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Signamax 065-1063FSx series RS-232/422/485 to 100Base/FX Device Server / Media Converter

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Page 1: ...Model 065 1063FSx series RS 232 422 485 to 100BaseFX Device Server Managed Media Converter User s Manual May 2007 ...

Page 2: ...ned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communication Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user wil...

Page 3: ...r Bookmark not defined 5 2 Telnet Access Error Bookmark not defined 5 3 Web Access Error Bookmark not defined 6 CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENTERROR BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED 6 1 Menu driven User Interface Error Bookmark not defined 6 1 1 System Information Error Bookmark not defined 6 1 2 DHCP Configuration Error Bookmark not defined 6 1 3 Operation Mode Menu Error Bookmark not defined 6 1 4 RS 232 422 485 U...

Page 4: ...485 Transfer Configuration Error Bookmark not defined 6 3 4 Serial Connect Status Error Bookmark not defined 6 3 5 User Configuration Error Bookmark not defined 6 3 6 Firmware Download Error Bookmark not defined 6 3 7 SNMP Community Configuration Error Bookmark not defined 6 3 8 IP Trap Error Bookmark not defined 6 3 9 System Restart Error Bookmark not defined ...

Page 5: ...figure your 065 1063FSx series RS 232 422 485 to 100BaseFX Device Server Managed Media Converter 1 3 Terms Usage In this guide the term Device Server Managed Media Converter first letter upper case refers to your 065 1063FSx series RS 232 422 485 to 100BaseFX Device Server Managed Media Converter and device server media converter first letter lower case refers to other device servers media convert...

Page 6: ...s Per Second 38400 Parity None Data bits 8 Stop bits 1 Flow Control None The console connection is only available once the DIP switch 1 is ON Switches DIP 1 Enables disables console data communication mode DIP 2 Enables disables RS 232 DIP 3 Enables disables RS 422 485 4 wire DIP 4 Enables disables RS 485 2 wire DIP 5 N A DIP 6 N A DIP 7 Enables disables termination TMR Power External power adapte...

Page 7: ...ckage should include the following One 065 1063FSx series Device Server Managed Media Converter One power adapter please check connector type and input power specification Four self adhesive pads DIN rail Kit Screws for wall mount installation Quick Installation Guide User s Manual CD Serial IP Redirector software CD ...

Page 8: ...uments and robots to connect to LAN based automation Other devices typically found on campus networks such as card readers code readers lab equipment medical equipment and other similar serial devices can now instantly migrate to a TCP IP network Additionally by deploying the device server mode enable users to monitor and manage up to 256 serial devices from single PC with the help of Serial IP Re...

Page 9: ...ont and rear of the unit for ventilation 4 Affix the provided rubber pads to the bottom of the Device Server Managed Media Converter for grip and to protect the case from scratching 3 2 Wall Mount Installation The 065 1063FSx series Device Server Managed Media Converter can also be installed by wall mounting The backside casing provides space for two screws each side Identify the exact location at...

Page 10: ...ase exercise caution when using power tools Also do not install this unit near damp or wet locations or in close proximity to very hot surfaces These types of environments can have a detrimental effect on the unit and cables 3 4 Powering On Unit The Device Server Managed Media Converter uses an external power supply providing 9 32V DC 0 8A from an AC power line at 50 60 Hz 1 Insert the power cable...

Page 11: ...rough the cable and lead to degraded performance on the port 3 Connect one end of the cable to the ST SC WDM port on the Device Server Managed Media Converter and the other end to the ST SC WDM port on the other device NOTE When inserting the cable be sure the tab on the plug clicks into position to ensure that it is properly seated 4 Check the corresponding port LED on the Device Server Managed M...

Page 12: ...e below DIP 1 Serial Connection ON RS 232 Console OFF Data Communication NOTE 1 If using the console mode turn DIP Switch 1 to the ON position For data communication from the serial device keep the switch in the OFF position If the switch is in the ON position data communication will be blocked and in the OFF position console port access will be blocked 2 For some RS 422 485 devices which may not ...

Page 13: ... chart below for a description of their functions LED Indicators LED Condition Status On Green Unit is receiving power PWR Off Power off or failure On Green Receiving data packets Flashing Green Data packets are being transmitted or received via the fiber port LNK ACT Off Fiber optic cable is not connected On Green Serial connector is attached and link signals are being received Flashing Data traf...

Page 14: ...ke the connection below DIP Switch 1 set to the ON position 5 1 Console Port Access The Device Server Managed Media Converter is accessible via a terminal emulator attached to the RS 232 console port Please follow the steps below 1 Attach the serial cable to COM port of computer and serial port of the device server 2 Select Hyper Terminal from start menu programs Accessories communication a window...

Page 15: ... Media Converter is preset with a factory IP address 192 168 0 254 that must be configured to the user s individual IP address It is important to do this so that the device server managed media converter doesn t conflict with other devices with the same defaults NOTE Prior to following the instructions for HyperTerminal Configuration ensure that a serial cable connection between the device server ...

Page 16: ...or set up data transfer communication connection Warning IP addresses are unique If an address isn t available please contact the appropriate authorities to apply for one 5 2 Telnet Access The Device Server Managed Media Converter is accessible via a Telnet At the command prompt type telnet 192 168 0 254 If connecting with default IP You will be prompted to enter the user name and password as ment...

Page 17: ...Converter is accessible via a web browser once connected to the network Type the IP address at web browser 192 168 0 254 if connecting with default IP A window will prompt you to enter the user name and password Note IP 192 168 0 200 has been used for the purpose of writing this manual After a successful login the main screen will appear ...

Page 18: ...this screen the configuration options available provide the user the ability to quickly access and adjust the device server settings as required Main Menu Screen Use the TAB key to move the cursor to different fields and press Enter to select edit the option 6 1 1 System Information Menu From this menu the user can view system related information and the default IP address The user should set up a...

Page 19: ...nging the IP address will automatically restart the Device Server Managed Media Converter NOTE In Telnet mode you can t change the IP address 6 1 2 DHCP Configuration Menu DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol allows the Device Server Managed Media Converter to obtain an IP address from the DHCP server automatically NOTE A DHCP server must exist and be available in your local network prior to e...

Page 20: ...ode as required for your application The user can also monitor the serial port status and configure TCP port numbers from this menu The unit offers six modes TCP Server TCP Client Converter Mode UDP Server UDP Client Device Server Please restart the unit after selecting the desired mode Note If you are using this device in Converter Mode we recommend you keep the Packet Mode option set at Disable ...

Page 21: ...put data from the serial interface is treated as serial packets Disabled input data from the serial interface is treated as bit streams Packet mode inter packet timeout In milliseconds The delimiter value for recognizing the timeout gap between serial packets if Packet Mode is enabled Delimiter1 Hex Status Besides the inter packet timeout serial packets can be delimited by one or two trailer bytes...

Page 22: ...n on Operation Modes Changes to the settings are saved to a system flash memory and do NOT take effect until a system reset or reboot has occurred This action validates the new settings Please note that you can t change the operation mode by using Telnet Always use Web Interface or Console access to change the Mode ...

Page 23: ...emote Device Server in a peer to peer way Also the Device Servers communicate with each other through an IP network in the TCP communication model The TCP Client and Server roles of the two Device Server peers are negotiated automatically Diagram 2 Peer to Peer Application Converter Mode Serial Cable Serial Cable PC IP Network TCP Connection PLC Device Server Device Server Diagram 1 Central Manage...

Page 24: ...n the serial device experiences a communication event and prompts the Device Server to initiate communication TCP Client Mode This mode lets the Device Server act as a bridge for serial devices that must communicate with server hosts like the Linux UNIX and Windows systems In this Client mode the Device Server establishes a temporary TCP connection with Diagram 4 Multi host Application TCP Client ...

Page 25: ...ver initiates communication with one or up to four remote devices simultaneously when the serial device experiences a communication event and prompts the Device Server to initiate communications 6 1 4 RS 232 422 485 UART Menu This window will show you the serial port configuration The screenshot below shows the different configuration options the screenshot is followed by a detailed explanation of...

Page 26: ...er firmware upgrade from a prior version with different configuration structure and data format please Restore Factory Default Settings in System Restart Menu TFTP Firmware Upgrade menu 6 1 7 SNMP Configuration Use the SNMP Configuration screen to display and modify parameters for the Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP The product includes an onboard SNMP agent that monitors the status of its...

Page 27: ...en abnormalities on a connection occur and an alarm to be sent Enter their community names and disable or enable their alarm function accordingly Enter their community names You can use an external SNMP based application to configure and manage the Device Server Managed Media Converter This management method requires the SNMP agent on the Device Server Managed Media Converter and the SNMP Network ...

Page 28: ...tore Factory Default Settings Selecting this option will lead to restore factory default settings to the device server managed media converter Highlight the field and hit the ENTER key to execute System Restart The System Restart allows a user to perform a warm restart and validate newly saved configuration to the device server managed media converter Highlight the System Restart field and hit the...

Page 29: ...ress of the device to send a test signal If a response is received then the device is connected To view a full list of ping options type ping and press ENTER reset Type reset config and press ENTER to load factory default settings or type reset system and press ENTER to restart the system show Type show to display a variety of device server settings set To configure the management settings type th...

Page 30: ...command to upgrade the firmware i e upgrade firmware xxx xxx xxx xxx Soft2 bin set snmp Use this command to set SNMP settings of the device server After each configuration session be sure to set DIP switch 1 to the OFF position Otherwise the unit will not transmit any data 6 3 Web Graphic User Interface Please see the previous chapter to log in to the Device Server Managed Media Converter via the ...

Page 31: ...er can also monitor the serial port status and configure TCP port numbers from this menu A The unit offers six modes TCP Server TCP Client Converter UDP Server UDP Client Device Server Please restart the unit after selecting the desired mode Note If you are using this unit in Converter Mode we recommend that you Disable the Packet Mode option A detailed explanation of the setting choices is provid...

Page 32: ... Disable for activating or deactivating the second to the fourth remote IP Port entries Connection Idle Time In seconds The TCP Server or Client will disconnect the TCP session if no packets are transmitted in the set period Packet mode serial Enabled input data from the serial interface is treated as serial packets Disabled input data from the serial interface is treated as bit streams Packet mod...

Page 33: ... In this mode the Device Server acts in the Server role of the RFC 2217 COM Port Control Protocol Converter Mode In this mode the Device Server acts like an advanced media converter Like a normal converter the Device Server communicates with a remote Device Server in a peer to peer way Also the Device Servers communicate with each other through an IP network in the TCP communication model The TCP ...

Page 34: ...in TCP Client mode next diagram the Device Server initiates communication with one or up to four remote devices simultaneously when the serial device experiences a communication event and prompts the Device Server to initiate communication Diagram 4 Multi host Application TCP Client mode TCP server A device server can connect up to 4 remote devices A device server can connect up to 4 remote device...

Page 35: ...onversely in TCP Client mode the Device Server initiates communication with one or up to four remote devices simultaneously when the serial device experiences a communication event and prompts the Device Server to initiate communications 6 3 4 Serial Connect Status Serial Connect Status will show the serial port connection to the serial device Serial port settings can only be changed when using Me...

Page 36: ...utton at S1 location of PCB near to capacitor after removing the casing 6 3 6 Firmware Download The user can download the newer latest firmware to upgrade the device server managed media converter once available The user has two options either they can upgrade via HTTP with browse option to select the firmware file If using TFTP method user must provide the valid IP address of TFTP server and the ...

Page 37: ...mmunity string and the Set community string If the SNMP Network Management Station only knows the Set community string it can read and write to the MIBs However if it only knows the Get community string it can only read MIBs The default Get and Set community strings for the Device Server Managed Media Converter are public and private respectively If needed assign the new parameters and press Save ...

Page 38: ... Name Status Enter the IP address of terminals for situations when abnormalities on a connection occur and an alarm is to be sent Enter their community names and disable or enable their alarm function accordingly Enter their community names Disable or enable their alarm function 6 3 9 System Restart Users can restart reset the system via software from a remote location Restart Options Clicking on ...

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