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FP-1300: Frequently Asked Questions

Primary Software: Driver Software>>NI-CAN
Primary Software Version: 2.3
Primary Software Fixed Version: N/A
Secondary Software: N/A
Hardware: FieldPoint>>Controllers/Network Modules>>FP-1300

Problem: I have a number of questions that are not answered by the FP-1300 User Manual or the NI-CAN Hardware and
Software Manual. Where can I look for information?

Solution: The FieldPoint FP-1300 Configuration Utility Help answers a number of questions about the FP-1300. The FieldPoint FP-1300 Configuration Utility is located at ..\Program Files\National Instruments\NI-CAN\FP-1300 and can also be launched by right clicking on a CAN interface (ie CAN0) in MAX, opening FP-1300 Config, and clicking on Help.

Note: All manuals install with the driver and are located at Start»Programs»National Instruments»NI-CAN.

Topics Covered:

• Accessing the FP-1300
  
• Configuring the Base Arbitration ID
  
• Configuring the Baud Rate
  
• Configuring CAN Messages
  
• Configuring Periodic Messages for Optimum Performance
  
• Configuring FieldPoint I/O Channels
  
• Loading FP-1300 Messages into MAX
  
• Reading I/O Channel Data
  
• Resetting the FP-1300 to the Factory Default Settings
  
• Saving the Configuration
  
• Sending Channel Commands
  
• Upgrading the FP-1300 Firmware
  
• Writing to an I/O Channel
  
• Problem: I don't see the FP-1300 when I select Interface»Scan for Devices.
  
• Problem: I don't know the baud rate or base arbitration ID of my FP-1300.
  
• Problem: The FP-1300 is not transmitting messages.
  

Related Links:
FP-1300 User Manual
FP-1300 FieldPoint Quick Start Guide


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Report Date: 12/17/2002
Last Updated: 02/17/2005
Document ID: 2SGGS6WH

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