CONFIG. M5000
M5CONFIG
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MULTIPLE ATAC/M5000/M5000X SETUP
The ATAC-remote system is capable of controlling multiple M5000/X main frames. The link
that enables the data communication is the
TC DUAL RS485 INTERFACE for M5000/X
,
also referred to as the
MULTAC
, and the proprietary
TC Network Protocol
. The RS485
INTERFACE and a connection example is illustrated below:
With one RS485 INTERFACE (MULTAC) you are able to connect one or two M5000/X
frames. The M5000/X´s are to be connected to the M5000/X #1 and #2 plugs (Fig.1).
The RS485 plugs each connect to either one ATAC or is used to loop on to the next
MULTAC box (Fig.2). Additionally, you are able to connect two ATACs using both RS485
sockets.
When connecting two ATACs, in a multiple M5000/X/ATAC setup, you gain the advantage
that two users can communicate simultaneously. Please note that two users cannot access the
same mainframe at once.
The MULTAC also has DC plug connections for the ATAC power supplies.
Cables:
You may substitute the cable, connecting the ATAC to the MULTAC, with a “MIDI Plus”
cables (5 pins with shield).
A 7 pin cable with shield must be used when connecting the M5000/X with the MULTAC.
Note: To ensure a safe data transferal, please follow the cable length requirements stated
below:
1.
When only ONE M5000X is connected use max. 10m/33ft of remote cable.
2.
In a MULTIPLE M5000/X/ATAC setup, lengths of the cables connecting the ATAC to the
MULTAC can be extended to 100m/328ft. Maximum lenghts may not exceed 100
meters/328 ft.
