How do I troubleshoot the PT 2000 and TopGun?
PT 2000 / TopGun Serial communications troubleshooting guide Discussion Sorting out communications problems can be fairly involved because of the number of factors that come into play when attempting to get two devices – such as a portable and a PC – properly connected for serial data exchange. For this reason, it is important to proceed carefully and logically toward eliminating as many extraneous factors as possible to further isolate the problem. The following troubleshooting procedures for the PT 2000/TopGun were developed to facilitate this process and to ensure the greatest likelihood of success. To use this guide, answer the questions in the order in which they appear. On the basis of your answers or the outcome of a recommended test, proceed to the next question or suggestion. Note: The following assumes that you have some understanding of the procedure you are attempting to perform – either sending a file from the portable to a PC or program from a PC to the portable – and tha
