System Configuration
This guide explains how to configure the various settings in Process Vision. Open "Device Configuration" from the main menu to access the settings window.
Temperature Controller Settings
Process Vision communicates with TAIE FC series PID controllers via the Modbus protocol.
| Parameter | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|
| COM Port | COM1 | Serial port connected to the controller |
| Baud Rate | 9600 | Communication speed |
| Data Bits | 8 | Data bits |
| Parity | Odd | Parity check (TAIE FC series uses Odd) |
| Stop Bits | 1 | Stop bits |
| Slave Address | 1 | Modbus slave address |
| Decimal Point | 1 | Decimal point position |
| Poll Interval | 500 ms | Reading interval |
| Auto Connect | Enabled | Automatically connect on startup |
Configuration Steps
- Select the correct COM Port in the "Temperature Controller" section.
- Ensure the Baud Rate matches the controller setting (default: 9600).
- Set the Slave Address (default: 1 for temperature controller).
- Click "Test Connection" to verify the connection.
Pressure Controller Settings
The pressure controller configuration is identical to the temperature controller, with these differences:
| Parameter | Default |
|---|---|
| COM Port | COM2 |
| Slave Address | 2 |
If both controllers share the same RS-485 bus, you can set them to the same COM Port. The system will automatically serialize communication.
Video Capture Settings
| Parameter | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Capture Device | - | Select the video capture card |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | Recording resolution |
| Frame Rate | 30 fps | Frames per second |
| Output Format | MP4 | Video file format |
| Quality | High | Recording quality |
| Auto Record | Enabled | Automatically record when a process starts |
| Segmentation | Enabled | Split long recordings into multiple files |
| Segment Duration | 5 minutes | Length of each video segment |
Configuration Steps
- Click "Refresh" to detect available video capture devices.
- Select the correct device (e.g., AVerMedia GC570).
- Choose the video output folder.
- Click "Test Preview" to verify the capture device is working.
General Settings
| Parameter | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Theme | MaterialDark | UI theme (Material / MaterialDark / Office365 / System) |
| Data Retention | 365 days | Old data beyond this period can be purged |
| Database Path | Default app data folder | Where process data is stored |
| Simulation Mode | Enabled | Use simulated data when no physical controllers are connected |
| Start with Windows | Disabled | Launch automatically with Windows |
Saving Settings
After making changes:
- Click "Apply" to apply changes immediately.
- Click "Save" to persist settings to the configuration file for next startup.
- Click "Reset" to restore default values if needed.