Chapter 2: Spectrum system installation
Figure 2-32: Connecting a MediaPort 7000 module to an automation system
1. On the automation system chassis, ensure that you have properly connected the mouse, the
keyboard, and the SVGA monitor (all customer-supplied, or supplied with the automation system).
2. Connect your facility LAN to the Automation System’s Ethernet port if applicable.
3. Locate the RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable supplied with the Spectrum system list of accessories.
Customer-supplied cables include two DB-9 Male to DB-9 Male extension cables.
4. Attach the RJ45 connector of the RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable to the RS-422 A/B port on the MediaPort
7000 module. This will be the
Record
and
Play
port.
5. Attach the DB-9 connector (labeled A in the preceding figure) from the RJ45/DB-9 Splitter Cable to a
customer-supplied DB-9 Male to Male extension cable. Then connect the other end of the extension
cable to the
Record
port of the automation system chassis.
6. Attach the other DB-9 connector (labeled B in the preceding figure) from the same RJ45/DB-9 Splitter
Cable to a customer-supplied DB-9 Male to Male extension cable. Then connect the other end of the
extension cable to the
Play
port of the Automation System chassis..
7. Repeat the previous steps for any additional MediaPorts.
8. Using a customer-supplied DB-9 Male to DB-9 Male extension cable, connect the
VTR
port on the
Automation System chassis to the RS-422 Remote port on your acquisition VTR.
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