QUICK START GUIDE
CommLink 5 Technical Guide
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Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
Follow the fi ve steps below to get your CommLink up and running in
no time.
NOTE:
If you are using the CommLink 5 without utilizing
Prism 2, you need only perform
Steps 1-3
.
Step 1:
Set your CommLink’s Loop switch to Multiple or Single.
See
Figure 2
on
page 6
.
Step 2:
Set your CommLink’s Baud rate switch to High or Low.
See
Figure 3
on
page 7
.
Step 3:
Wire your CommLink to the appropriate controller on your
system, and plug the CommLink into a power supply. See
Figure 1
on
page 5
.
WARNING:
If you are replacing an earlier version of the Com-
mLink with a CommLink 5, be aware that the R(+) and T(-)
terminals on the communications terminal block are reversed
from all previous models of the CommLink. You must always
confi rm that the polarity is correct when wiring 24 VAC power
to the CommLink power terminal block or serious damage to
the product will result.
Step 4:
Install the USB drivers located on the included CD-ROM.
See instructions on
page 8
. Then attach one end of the USB
cable to the back of your CommLink and the other end into
your computer’s USB port.
Step 5:
Install Prism 2 software on your computer. See instructions
on
pages 10 & 11
.
NOTE:
For remote communication, follow the instructions
included in the
IP Module Technical Guide
.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
First install the USB drivers, then follow the included
CommLink 5 connection and wiring instructions sheet
(
Figure 1
on
page 5
) to connect and confi gure the
CommLink 5.
Familiarize yourself with all system components and
review all documentation. Pay special attention to
“Cautions,” “Notes,” and “Warnings” since these may
keep you from experiencing unnecessary problems.
If you encounter any problems, please refer to the
Troubleshooting section of this guide fi rst. If you
can’t resolve the problem, please call AAON Controls
Support at our toll free number—1-866-918-1100.