Saia-Burgess Controls PG5 Up/Downloader User Manual

About this manual

The PG5 Up/Downloader package provides three stand‑alone applications – S‑Conf (Online Configurator), Sload5 (command‑line Up/Downloader) and S‑Dat (Data Transfer Utility). These tools allow users to configure Saia PCD hardware, upload and download programs, and manage registers, timers, counters and data blocks.

The manual describes how to install the package, use the graphical S‑Conf interface, operate the command‑line Sload5, and work with the S‑Dat utility. It also details menu functions, dialog boxes, error messages and command‑line parameters for effective offline and online operation.

What's inside

• Introduction
• Installation
• S‑Conf Online Configurator
• Sload5 Command‑line Up/Downloader
• S‑Dat Data Transfer Utility
• Menus and Dialog Boxes
• Command‑line Parameters
• Error Messages

Frequently asked questions

How do I install the PG5 Up/Downloader package?

Run the installer file 'Sload513.exe', which installs the communications driver and the three applications.

What is the purpose of the S‑Conf application?

S‑Conf is a stand‑alone configurator for Saia PCD hardware that lets you view and edit memory, communications, passwords, and download or upload programs and firmware.

How can I change the S‑Bus station number without restarting the PCD?

Use the S‑Bus Station dialog box, which changes the station number online while the PCD remains running.