Issue
Checking COM port settings in SIGNAL.
Environment
SIGNAL (all versions)
Cause
Troubleshooting communications
Resolution
There are two locations to check COM port settings: the main SIGNAL desktop and in Project Manager.
The setting must be an exact match in both locations. The example below is for a Direct Connection to a GCM (Network 8000)
Main SIGNAL desktop
Click on the Utilities pull-down menu and select Configure Communications.
Highlight the computer COM port number to be used and then click the Configure button.
The following screen shows the required settings:
Project Manager
From the main SIGNAL desktop, click on Project Manager.
Double-click the Gateway Record and then the Communication button.
Ensure the settings are as illustrated below: