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1DESCRIPTIONThis bulletin serves as a guide for the installation, configuration and operationof the CUB5 USB Programming plug-in card for the CUB5. The plug-in card isa separately purchased option card that plugs into the main circuit board of themeter. The CUB5USB card in conjunction with the Crimson® programmingsoftware enables the user to configure CUB5 on a PC. The CUB5USB requiresinstallation of drivers which are included with the Crimson Programmingsoftware. Following installation of the drivers, the card appears as a Virtualcommunications port.Crimson is a Windows® based program that allows configuration of the CUB® 5meters from a PC. Crimson offers standard drop-down menu commands, thatmake it easy to program the CUB5 meters. The CUB5 program can then besaved in a PC file for future use. A CUB5 serial plug-in card is required toprogram the meter using the software.MODEL CUB5USB - USB PROGRAMMING OPTION CARDINSTALLING PLUG-IN CARDSThe card plugs into the main circuit board of the meter as shown.Perform USB driver installation below prior to powering theCUB5 and connecting CUB5USB to a PC USB port.WARNING: Disconnect all power to the unit beforeinstalling Plug-in card.CAUTION: The Plug-in cards and main circuit board contain staticsensitive components. Before handling the cards, discharge staticcharges from your body by touching a grounded bare metalobject. Ideally, handle the cards at a static controlled cleanworkstation. Also, only handle the cards by the edges. Dirt, oil orother contaminants that may contact the cards can adverselyaffect circuit operation.USB DRIVER INSTALLATION1. Download and install the latest Crimson 2 build on your Windows® compatiblePC. Earlier builds may not have the RLC Virtual Comm port drivers. Crimsonsoftware is available as a free download at http://www.redlion.net.2. Install CUB5USB card into CUB5 meter and apply power to the CUB5.3. Connect Type A USB cable to computer and CUB5USB option card.Windows will prompt you for the location of the drivers for the device. Thedefault location for these drivers is “C:\Program Files\Red Lioncontrols\Crimson 2.0\Device.” When the hardware setup appears, choose“Install from a list or Specific location,” click Next, and then check “Includethis location...” and click the Browse button. Point the Wizard at the locationspecified above or whatever other location you specified during installationof the software. It is important that you perform this step correctly, or youmay have to manually remove the drivers using the Device Manager, andrepeat the installation once more.Note: Crimson’s USB drivers have not been digitally signed by Microsoft®,and you will therefore see a dialog offering you the chance to stop theinstallation. You should be sure to select the Continue option to indicatethat you do indeed wish to install the drivers.4. Windows will automatically assign a comms port to the CUB5USB. Todetermine the port assigned, open “System Properties” from withinWindows ® Control Panel. Select the Hardware tab, and click the “DeviceManager” button. Expand the “Ports” line. Take note of which Comms portis assigned to “RLC Virtual Comm port”. It must be Com4 or lower to operatewith Crimson 2. If higher, right-click on the entry and select “Properties,”“Port Settings” tab, and then “Advanced” button. Select a Coms port that isCOM4 or lower and is not physically being used.SPECIFICATIONSCUB5USB PROGRAMMING CARDType: USB Virtual Comms PortBaud Rate: 300 to 38.4kUnit Address: 0 to 99CRIMSON 2 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS• Windows 2000, XP, or Vista• RAM and free disk space as required by the chosen operating system.• An additional 50 MB of disk space for software installation.• A display of at least 800 by 600 pixels• A USB port for downloading to the CUB5ORDERING INFORMATION* Crimson software is available for download from http://www.redlion.net/USB CardMODEL NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBERSFCRD*SFCRUSB*CBLUSBCUB5USBCrimson 2 PC Configuration Software forWindows 98, ME, 2000 and XPUSB Programming Kit containing USBCard, USB Cable and Crimson softwareType A to B USB CableCUB5 USB Programming CardSFCRD200SFCRUSB0CBLUSB00CUB5USB0LIMITED WARRANTYThe Company warrants the products it manufactures against defects in materials andworkmanship for a period limited to two years from the date of shipment, provided theproducts have been stored, handled, installed, and used under proper conditions. TheCompany’s liability under this limited warranty shall extend only to the repair orreplacement of a defective product, at The Company’s option. The Company disclaimsall liability for any affirmation, promise or representation with respect to the products.The customer agrees to hold Red Lion Controls harmless from, defend, and indemnifyRLC against damages, claims, and expenses arising out of subsequent sales of RLCproducts or products containing components manufactured by RLC and based uponpersonal injuries, deaths, property damage, lost profits, and other matters which Buyer,its employees, or sub-contractors are or may be to any extent liable, including withoutlimitation penalties imposed by the Consumer Product Safety Act (P.L. 92-573) andliability imposed upon any person pursuant to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (P.L.93-637), as now in effect or as amended hereafter.No warranties expressed or implied are created with respect to The Company’s productsexcept those expressly contained herein. The Customer acknowledges the disclaimersand limitations contained herein and relies on no other warranties or affirmations.Bulletin No. CUB5USB-ADrawing No. LP0770Released 10/08Tel +1 (717) 767-6511Fax +1 (717) 764-0839www.redlion.net |
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