Aritech Advisor RD 6203, Programming Manual

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Programming manual for RD6203 Page 45
Appendix 3: Transport-PC
Transport-PC is a software package for connecting a PC fitted with a modem to a CD control panel unit via
the RD62 dialler. This can be achieved with or without the use of a telephone line, depending on the modem
type.
This appendix briefly explains how a connection can be made using Transport-PC. For a more extensive
explanation of Transport-PC, please consult the manual supplied with the software package.
What is Transport-PC used for:
As soon as the connection has been created the status of the system can be viewed or the programming
read and possibly changed. The Transport-PC package is therefore primarily a maintenance tool. Because
the programming can be read and changed, it is also an aid during installation.
What are the requirements for Transport-PC:
You need a computer that is an IBM
®
PC or compatible. It can be an AT 286 or greater as long as it has at
least 580 K RAM memory free. The computer should have a 3.5” floppy drive and a hard disk.
A Hayes compatible modem is also necessary. The transmission protocols supported must be BELL103
and/or CCITT V.21. If your modem does not work satisfactorily, contact your distributor for tested modem
types.
Regarding the units, you require both an CD series control panel and an RD62 series dialler. For the UK you
need the RD6203.
Establishing a connection:
A connection can be established in various ways. First, the PSTN network can be used. In this case a
telephone number programmed in the dialler is always used. There are two ways to activate this number:
1. After entering the U/D user code.
2. After TPC contacts the telephone number to which the dialler is connected.
In both cases the options should be enabled in the dialler programming.
If a PC is on site and a telephone line is not available, an open line connection can also be made. In this case
connect the
‘A’ of the modem to the ‘A’ of the dialler and do likewise with ‘B’ . For this to function correctly
Line Monitor (menu 8.1) should be set to OFF.
For some modems this is not enough. Some modems have a bridging cell in series with the PSTN line.
Consequently, it is necessary to use a voltage across this to get through this bridging cell. In this case
connect 12 volt battery between the
'A' and the 'B' and a 560 Ohm resistor in series with this battery (see
also the diagram on page 46).
In all cases a U/D telephone number and a U/D Account Nbr should be programmed into the dialler in
advance. If either of these is not programmed it is not possible to create a connection.