Serial setup for iDirect iNFINITI & Evolution
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Serial setup for iDirect iNFINITI & Evolution
C.3.1
Protocol and interfaces
Introduction
The following sections describe the protocol and interface between the ACU and an iDirect
Serial modem. Serial operation is normally used by service providers offering regional VSAT
service.
Connections
Connect the ACU and iDirect modem with the following cables:
• RS-232 console cable for control communication
• 75 Ohm RF cables F-F connectors for rx and tx frequencies.
The pin allocation for the RS-232 Console cable is shown in Table C-C-1 on page C-4. See
also Appendix B on page C-1 for a cable drawing.
C.3.2
Console port settings
The iDirect modem must be configured to use following console port settings:
• Baud rate: 4800 or 9600
• Data bits: 8
• Parity: None
Figure C-7: Connecting iDirect iNFINITI 5000 series to the ACU (Serial)
Figure C-8: Connecting iDirect Evolution X5 to the ACU (Serial)
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