To receive and display T&S data, you will need a computer, the RMonitor program and either one of two models of modem, serial interface (X09-019
The Digi/MaxStream modem may be ordered from Digi/MaxStream directly at
You can order on line if not a NASA member:
http://store.digi.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&Product_ID=495
Product #: X09-019PKC-UA
RMonitor Download and Configuration
The RMonitor program will allow you to view real-time data from our timing and scoring computer.
You can download RMonitor here
After downloading, unzipping and installing RMonitor you will need to configure it. You will need to install the
Select RMonitor from Start/Programs
Select Settings
Select Communications
Select RS232 radio button
Select communications port (Must be between 1 and 4)
Select Baud rate 19200 (Remember to set your computers communication port baud rate to 19200 also)
Select OK
Begin monitoring by selecting File and New Result window to configure the display that you wish to monitor. Using the Follow function (under Settings) you can select specific cars to highlight during the event. Fonts and font sizes may be changed by selecting Layout. Display columns may be rearranged by selecting the column title and dragging it to the new location you desire. You can save your unique viewing configuration for repeated use. There are many features of this program some experimentation will familiarize you with it. Note that an Acrobat viewer is required to use the help function.