R232 / R232-48VDC Installation Guide
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1 Product Overview
1.1 Introduction
The Model
R232
and Model
R232-48VDC
MultiPort RF Routers are patented
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devices featuring several unique capabilities both in signal performance and overall
functionality in a test selection environment. This switching system is controllable
over a TCP/IP network using either a web-browser or Telnet interfaces under
automated test instrument operation.
The difference in the two R232 models are their power supplies. The Model
R232
uses a standard 90 – 240 volts alternating current (AC) voltage supply, while the
Model
R232-48VDC
uses a - 48-volt direct current (DC) input. For purposes of this
document the term R232 will be used synonymously unless there is a need to
differentiate the models.
The R232 front panel features a row of LED indicators to indicate the presence of
power and which input is routed to a respective output. During operation a
corresponding LED will light either green or amber indicating which output it is
routed too. If the same input is selected by both outputs the indicator will alternate
between green and amber.
Figure 1: R232 front panel showing LED display of selected inputs.
The rear panel is densely populated with rows of precision “F” style connectors for
the inputs and two outputs. The Ethernet control/management port is also located on
the back.
Figure 2: R232 Rear Panel connections. (Power cabling not shown)
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US Patent # 10,291,001
Control/ Management Port
Inputs (1-32)
Outputs (A - B)
Power Cable
Management Tray
