4. Insert the USB storage device that contains the software update filesinto the USB/DC adapter.5. Turn on the meter.The update process starts. The display will show “Updating meter to”. After an interval, the display changes to“Updating files, please wait...” In addition, the display will show arotating flask and emit a periodic audio signal during the updateprocess.Note: A large capacity USB storage device increases the time required forcompletion of the update process, even if most of the device memory is empty.6. Wait for the meter to finish the software update. When the updateprocess is complete, the message “Update complete. Remove USBdevice” is shown. The meter will turn off after the USB device hasbeen removed.7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 to update the software in other HQdmeters as necessary.Download software updatesTo download the most current version of the software, refer to theapplicable product page on the manufacturer's website.1. Transfer the update files to a USB storage device.2. Follow the instructions in Update the meter software on page 22 toupdate the software in the meter.Transfer method settingsProbe settings that have been changed by the user for measurements,calibrations or check standards (Meter Options > (Probe Model) Settings> Modify Current Settings) can be copied to a USB storage device. TheUSB device can then be used to transfer the method settings to otherHQd meters that accept the same probes.N O T I C EMake sure the USB storage device does not contain HQd meter software updatefiles to prevent unintentional updates.1. Turn off the meter.2. Connect the meter to AC power (Figure 4 on page 9).3. Plug the USB storage device into the USB/DC adapter before themeter is powered on.4. Turn on the meter.5. Push the key and select Transfer Methods. If the USB devicealready contains a method settings file, an option to export or importmethods is shown. Select Export Methods.6. In the Select Methods to Export screen, select one or more methodsto copy to the USB device. A check mark is shown next to eachselected method.7. Select OK. The settings are copied to the USB storage device. Whencomplete, the Transfer Summary screen is shown.8. Connect the AC power and USB device to a meter that will receivethe method settings. Turn the meter on.9. Push the key and select Transfer Methods. If the USB devicealready contains a method settings file, an option to export or importmethods is shown. Select Import Methods.10. In the Select Methods to Import screen, select one or more methodsto transfer to the meter. A check mark is shown next to each selectedmethod.11. Select OK. The user method settings are transferred from the USBstorage device to the meter. When complete, the Transfer Summaryscreen is shown. Select details to view additional information aboutthe transfer.12. Disconnect the USB storage device from the meter.Bi-directional Communication between the meter anda PCFor measurement automation the meter can be used to implement acommand set for meter remote control or automated data transfer. Thecommand set can be used to perform minimal configuration and tocontrol the meter. To set up the meter for communication and control,refer to About meter configuration on page 24. For additionalinformation and the command set contact Technical Support.About meter controlThe virtual serial connection can be used to control meter functions froma PC. For example, the functions include starting a measurement cycle,English 23
