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3. Getting Started
This section describes a simplified installation procedure for the VMR/NPS series
hardware which will allow you to communicate with the unit in order to demonstrate
basic features and check for proper operation. In order to take full advantage of the
features provided by this unit it is recommended that you should also refer to the
remainder of this User’s Guide.
3.1. Installing the VMR or NPS Hardware
3.1.1. Apply Power to the VMR or NPS
Refer to power rating nameplate on the VMR or NPS unit, and then connect the unit to
an appropriate power source.
Notes:
• To determine the exact model number and power requirements for your VMR
or NPS unit, either refer to the nameplate on the back of the unit, or access
command mode as described in Section 5.1 and then type
/J
* and
press
[Enter]
.
• VMR-HD4D-8 Series units include four power inlets.
• Standard VMR Series, VMR-HD4D Series and VMR-12B Series units include
two power inlets.
• NPS-HD Series units include two power inlets.
• NPS-ATS Series units include dual, redundant power inlets.
• NPS-HS Series units include a single power inlet.
Connect power cable(s) to the Power Inlet(s), install the cable keeper(s) (as described in
Section 4.1.), then connect the cables to an appropriate power supply.
3.1.2. Connect your PC to the VMR or NPS
The VMR or NPS unit can either be controlled by a local PC, that communicates with the
unit via the SetUp port, controlled via external modem, or controlled via TCP/IP network.
In order to switch plugs or select parameters, commands are issued to the VMR or NPS
via either the Network Port or SetUp Port. Note that it is not necessary to connect to
both the Network and SetUp Ports, and that the SetUp Port can be connected to either a
local PC or External Modem.
•
Network Port:
Connect your network cable to the VMR or NPS Network port. Note
that VMR-HD4D-8 Series units include 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet Ports, while all
other VMR/NPS Models include 10/100Base-T Ethernet Ports.
•
Setup Port:
Use the DX9F-WTI Adapter supplied with the unit to connect your PC
COM port to the VMR or NPS SetUp Port.
•
External Modem:
Use the optional DX9M-RJ-KIT (not included) to connect your
external modem to the VMR or NPS Setup (RS232) Port.
