Configuring the Abaxis Vetscan Classic with DVMAX

Step 1: Set up Instrument, Drivers, and Cables

• Connect the Vetscan Classic  with a RS232 cable (Abaxis order# 981-0102 5ft) or (981-0104, 15ft)
• Connect the other end of the cable to a Keyspan 19HS adapterInstall the Keyspan Adapter drivers first.
• Connect the Keyspan USB Adapter to the DVMAX computer that will communicate with the Abaxis Vetscan Classic.

• Once installed, confirm in Device Manager (if on Windows) which port the VS2 has been associated to: (If installed correctly, the title will be Keyspan (COM X))
• While in Device Manager, get properties on the COM port and verify the port settings are set correctly:

Bits per second: 9600
Data bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Flow Control: Hardware

Step 2: Configure Settings in DVMAX

• On the DVMAX computer connected to the Abaxis cable, log into DVMAX.
• Go to the File menu and Choose Preferences.
• Click on the Lab Results Setup tab.
• Choose Set Analyzer for In Office Analyzer 1 or 2 (whichever is available).
• For Analyzer, choose Abaxis VetScan 2
• For Port, choose the COM port associated with the cable identified in Step 1.
• Click Select, then Start. Click OK to close out of the setup.

Step 3: Verify Results

Send a test sample through the Abaxis VS2, or re-transmit a previous sample that was done.