American Dynamics Excalibur 168, Installation And Service Manual

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MP168 Matrix Switcher/Controller System
DESCRIPTION
Connections
Color Code
The CPM module is provided with ten RJ-45 modular
jacks for connecting compatible devices to the MP168
system.
The Central Processing Unit Module features a purple
code marker on the upper portion of the panel for easy
identification when performing system modifications or
service.
The first two RJ-45 modular jacks are dedicated for use
with ETHERNET (jack 1) and ARCNET (jack 2)
communications (see Figure 1-5D).
Figure 1-5D - Central Processing Module Rear
Panel Port Designations
Color Code - PURPLE
RJ-45 Jack 1 = ETHERNET Port
RJ-45 Jack 2 = ARCNET
RJ-45 Jack 3 = RS-232 Port #1
RJ-45 Jack 4 = RS-232 Port #2
RJ-45 Jack 5 = RS-232 Port #3
RJ-45 Jack 6 = RS-232 Port #4
RJ-45 Jack 7 = RS-232 Port #5
RJ-45 Jack 8 = RS-232 Port #6
RJ-45 Jack 9 = RS-232 Port #7
RJ-45 Jack 10 = RS-232 Port #8
Default PC connection port
Jacks 3 through 10 are dedicated for use with RS-232
compatible devices such as AD1981 Port Expanders,
modems, control keyboards, Personal Computers, etc.
Jack 10 (RS-232 Port 8) is the default port for
connecting a Personal Computer to the MP168. Two
RS-232 cables with RJ45 connectors and terminal
blocks are provided with each MP168 System.
Program Monitor
A Program Monitor BNC connector provides video
output to a dedicated monitor for basic system setup
and control functions or can be connected directly to a
VIM video input and switched to any system monitor.
Figure 1-5C CPM Rear Panel Assembly In Bay
CPM Rear
Panel
1-7