Configuring the DataBridge SDR2-CF
SDR2-CF/SDR2-OEM-CF Configuration Guide rev 1.0
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NOTE:
Your
computer’s
female
DB25 connector is
most likely a parallel
port, not a serial port.
1.4 Deploying the DataBridge SDR2-CF
1.4.1
Connecting power to your SDR2-CF
The SDR2-CF starter kit includes a 120VAC power supply that connects via
the rear panel. If you use an alternate power source, it should be capable of
sourcing at least 1W. When you apply power the power indicator should
light and the other indicators should flash in sequence.
1.4.2
Connecting to the configuration port
To configure your SDR2-CF, start by connecting the SDR2-CF’s
configuration port to an available serial port on your computer.
Most computers are equipped with either a DB9 male (DB9M), or on older
computers, a DB25M connector. Male connectors have pins, while female
connectors have sockets. If your computer uses a serial mouse, it may
already occupy your DB9 male connector. Likewise, if your computer is
equipped with an external modem, it may occupy your DB25M connector.
If you are unable to locate your serial port(s), consult the documentation
included with your computer. If all of your computer’s serial port(s) are
occupied, contact your manufacturer or support provider for information
about adding a serial port to your computer. If your computer does not have
an available serial port, you may need to purchase a USB serial adapter.
Using a serial to USB adaptor, you could also connect through your
computer’s available USB ports.
If your computer is equipped with a DB9M receptacle, connect the SDR2-
CF's configuration port (DB9F) your computer’s serial port using a standard
serial cable. If your computer’s available serial port is a DB25M connector,
you will need to purchase a DB9M to DB25F adapter, often referred to as
an AT adapter, to connect a 9-pin serial cable to your 25-pin serial port (the
adapter has DB9 male and DB25 female connectors).
Once you have located your serial port, you need to know whether your port
is configured for operation as COM1, COM2, COM3, or COM4 (some
computers even include COM5-COM8). In most cases, a port that uses a
DB9 male connector is configured as COM1 (or perhaps COM3), while a
DB25 male connector is configured as COM2 (or COM4). If one or more
of your computer’s ports are occupied by a mouse, modem, serial printer, or
other serial devices, you may need to explore your computer’s configuration
information and use a process of elimination to determine your port’s COM
designation.
1.4.3 Communications
software
Now that the SDR2-CF is connected to your computer, configure
communications software (also known as terminal software) to communicate
