VTM-2400 Installation and Operation Handbook
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Appendix C
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RCU-2400 Remote Control Unit
The RCU-2400 remote control unit enables remote control of as many as 30 VTM-2400s.
Installing the RCU-2400
Figure C-1. RCU- 2400 Front and Back Panel Views
Table C-1. Description of RCU-2400 Back Panel Connectors
Label
Description
TO MAIN UNIT
RJ11 connector that connects to the REMOTE connector on the VTM-2400 and
provides communication. The communication parameters are 8 data bits, no
parity, with the baud rate fixed at 38,400 bps.
5V DC IN
Connects to the DC power plug on the RCU-2400 power supply. A knurled ring
enables the power plug to be secured to the jack after the plug is fully inserted.
This connection must be made before AC power is supplied.
To install the RCU-2400
:
1.
Connect the DC power supply to the 5V DC IN connector.
2.
Connect the power cord to a properly grounded AC outlet.
3.
Verify that the front panel buttons flash. If they do not, check steps 1 and 2.
4.
If multiple VTM-2400 instruments
are being connected
, ensure each VTM-2400 has
a unique unit ID (from 1-99)
before connecting them to the REMOTE bus. The
UNIT ID submenu is located in the COMMUNICATIONS menu. See
Unit ID
on
page 64 for more information on Unit ID.
