DS-100
Signal bridge between RJ-45 and
RS-232
User’s Manual
Version 2.0
Страница 1: ...DS 100 Signal bridge between RJ 45 and RS 232 User s Manual Version 2 0 ...
Страница 2: ...y means whether electronic mechanical photocopying or recording without the written consent of OvisLink Corp OvisLink Corp has made the best effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this user s guide However we are not liable for the inaccuracies or errors in this guide Please use with caution All information is subject to change without notice All Trademarks are properties of their res...
Страница 3: ...0 13 3 1 Important Information 13 3 2 Prepare your PC 13 3 3 Management Interface 14 3 4 Introduction to Web Management 14 3 4 1 Welcome Screen and Login 14 3 5 Introduction to Web Management 15 3 5 1 Getting into Web Management 15 4 Web Management in DS 100 16 4 1 About DS 100 Menu Structure 16 4 2 System Configuration 17 4 2 1 DS 100 Configuration 18 4 2 2 Gateway Controller 20 4 2 3 Firmware Up...
Страница 4: ...ific Controllers Gateways Typical serial POS printers on the market today may or may not be IP network ready and it is not practical to integrate each brand one by one with Controllers Gateways Hence it has specifically designed a smart device server DS 100 for two purposes 1 Attaching before a serial POS printer so that one or more POS printers can be connected to a Controller Gateway via IP netw...
Страница 5: ...h site are with a DS 100 and a POS printer Guests who need wireless connection to the internet simply need to request the receptionist and obtain a slip with account information The guest account will automatically expire after the pre configured time A hotel has a Controller Gateway and multiple APs within it s hospitality areas Multiple sets of Network Ticket Generator are distributed at the ser...
Страница 6: ...s to an Ethernet network for remote operation If you will be deploying DS 100 independently to manage other serial devices please carefully set the Serial Settings in DS 100 to match the operating needs of your serial device Note If you connect other serial device to DS 100 and are unable to remotely operate your connected serial device please check that The settings under Serial Settings of DS 10...
Страница 7: ... on network technical terms from A to Z Highly recommended for reference when you encounter an unfamiliar term 1 3 Firmware Upgrade and Tech Support If you encounter a technical issue that cannot be resolved by information on this guide we recommend that you visit our comprehensive website support at www airlive com The tech support FAQ are frequently updated with latest information In addition yo...
Страница 8: ... RJ 45 port 2 x RS 232 DB9 Serial port n Trigger the Built in On Demand Billing Plan inside the M series Controller n Flow Control RTS CTS and DTR DSR RS 232 only XON XOFF n Supports Network Protocols ICMP IP TCP UDP DHCP BOOTP Telnet SNMP HTTP n Web Management via web browser ...
Страница 9: ...nstall the DS 100 n The maximum cabling distance is 100 meters n Make sure that the connection between DS 100 and PC NB is well established n Always check the LED lights for troubleshooting 2 2 Package Content Unpack the contents of the DS 100 and verify them against the checklist below n One unit of DS 100 n Power Adapter n User Guide CD ROM n Quick Installation Guide Compare the contents of your...
Страница 10: ...ehavior Adapter Socket 12V 1A The power socket for connecting to an external power source through the power adapter provided in the package DC Socket DC12V The power socket for connecting to an external power source through a DC power supply Restart Button Press to restart DS 100 Ethernet Port Ethernet port for connecting to a Controller Gateway ...
Страница 11: ...al Port for connection with a POS printer COM2 Serial Port for connection with a POS printer Used for back up when COM 1 malfunctions Main Panel OPTION For future use INC Increase the numeric display for selecting a billing plan number COM For switching the output to COM1 or COM2 ...
Страница 12: ... panel test mode n FUNTION 9 ENTER Reset DS 100 to factory default n FUNTION 0 ENTER Lock the panel of DS 100 To Unlock select your lock number and press ENTER DEC Decrease the numeric display for selecting a billing plan number ENTER Create and print out an account for the chosen billing plan 2 4 Hardware Installation The following diagram illustrates how to connect DS 100 to the POS printer and ...
Страница 13: ...r package 4 Connect DS 100 to the LAN port of your Gateway Controller by an Ethernet cable Note You need to connect to the correct LAN port if your Gateway Controller is operating in Port based mode A Make sure mounting surface on the bottom of the DS 100 is grease and dust free B Remove adhesive backing from your Rubber Feet C Apply the Rubber Feet to each corner on the bottom of the DS 100 These...
Страница 14: ...t the system is in safe mode COM 2 Turned on when output is switched to COM2 Note When COM 1 and COM 2 are blinking simultaneously this means that Terminal Server configuration is not set correctly Please check the settings in Terminal Server of your Gateway Controller When COM 1 and COM 2 are turned on simultaneously this means that the system is in safe mode Link Act Turned on when LAN port is c...
Страница 15: ...ual before you start Please note the username and password are case sensitive q The default IP address is 192 168 1 10 q Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 q The default Gateway is 192 168 1 254 3 2 Prepare your PC The DS 100 can be managed remotely by a PC through RJ 45 cable The default IP address of the DS 100 is 192 168 1 10 with a subnet mask of 255 255 255 0 This means the IP address of the PC should...
Страница 16: ...ed by web management inter face We recommend using this interface for initial configurations To begin simply enter DS 100 s IP address default is 192 168 1 10 on the web browser 3 4 Introduction to Web Management 3 4 1 Welcome Screen and Login The DS 100 offers Web Management interfaces for users Users can easily access and control DS 100 via web browsers The Web Based Management supports Internet...
Страница 17: ...low are the recommended initial configurations for first time login Note By default IE5 0 or later version does not allow Java Applets to open sockets The user has to explicitly modify the browser setting to enable Java Applets to use network ports 3 5 1 Getting into Web Management Web Management HTTP 1 Launch the Internet Explorer 2 Type http 192 168 1 10 Press Enter 3 The home screen of the Web ...
Страница 18: ...all settings in web management interface Please be sure to read through Chapter 3 s Introduction to Web Management first 4 1 About DS 100 Menu Structure The web management menu of DS 100 is divided into 4 parts Serial Settings Network Settings Utilities and Status 4 4 Web Management in DS 100 ...
Страница 19: ...t the DNS server used by DS 100 Transmit Timer TCP transmit timer set the desired value or use default value When the timer expires for a sent packet sender will retransmit the packet Server Listening Port Set the port number for communication with the Gateway Controller Lock Password This attribute is the integer between 0 9 that will be set as the password for unlocking the main panel Utilities ...
Страница 20: ... 1 254 Step1 Configure administrator PC s TCP IP settings with a static IP address that is under the same subnet mask as DS 100 For example 192 168 1 100 Step2 Attach DS 100 to a power supply using the adapter provided in the package Connect the administrator PC to the Ethernet Port of DS 100 via an Ethernet cable Launch a web browser and type in the default IP address of DS 100 in the address fie...
Страница 21: ...DS 100 User s Manual 19 Step3 Change DS 100 Network Settings if necessary so that the IP address of DS 100 is under the same subnet as the Gateway Controller s interface which DS 100 will be connected to Click Apply to save the settings ...
Страница 22: ... models the following instruction steps uses WIAS 3200N as example Step1 Connect administrator PC to your WIAS 3200N and access the Web management interface Step2 Enter the configuration page of the Service Zone which DS 100 will be connected to Check to make sure that the network settings of DS 100 are under the same subnet as this service zone ...
Страница 23: ...4 Web Management in DS 100 AirLive DS 100 User s Manual 21 ...
Страница 24: ...4 Web Management in DS 100 AirLive DS 100 User s Manual 22 Step3 Enter Authentication Configuration page and clicks on Configure Button of ONDEMAND ...
Страница 25: ...4 Web Management in DS 100 AirLive DS 100 User s Manual 23 Step4 Define Terminal Server setting in WIAS 3200N clicks on Configure of Terminal Server setting and configure further information ...
Страница 26: ...4 Web Management in DS 100 AirLive DS 100 User s Manual 24 Step5 Input DS 100 s IP address Port number into WIAS 3200N s Terminal Server setting Click Apply to save the setting ...
Страница 27: ...4 Web Management in DS 100 AirLive DS 100 User s Manual 25 Step6 Edit and enable desired billing plans ...
Страница 28: ... Step2 Configure the TCP IP settings of your PC with an IP address under the same subnet mask as DS 100 For example 192 168 1 20 Step3 Launch tftpd32 and click the DHCP tab 1 In Current Directory field browse for the location path where the firmware is stored 2 Enter the IP address of your PC in Server interfaces field 3 In IP pool starting address field enter the start IP address of an IP segment...
Страница 29: ...b interface DS 100 will automatically restart and connect to tftpd32 server set in Step3 as a DHCP client download the firmware and perform the upgrade Progress can be observed on tftpd32 Step5 When completed check the information displayed at Software Version DS 100 has successfully upgraded to the new firmware ...
Страница 30: ...lling plan number on DS 100 by INC or DEC button The numeric LED display on the center of the device represents the billing plan number currently selected 2 Press ENTER button on DS 100 to create and print out an on demand account of the selected billing plan POS PRINTER will print out the ticket with the text format Without background image configured on your Gateway Controller in Ticket Customiz...
Страница 31: ...osses or surges at power outlet If you still cannot resolve the problem contact your local dealer for assistance 5 1 1 Cabling RJ 45 ports use unshielded twisted pair UTP or shield twisted pair STP cable for RJ 45 connections 100Ω Category 3 4 or 5 cable for 10Mbps connections or 100Ω Category 5 cable for 100Mbps connections Also be sure that the length of any twisted pair connection does not exce...
Страница 32: ...web browser Temperature Operating 0 to 40 C Storage 10 to 70 C Humidity Operating 10 90 Storage 5 90 Power Adapter Input 100 240VAC 50 60Hz maximum Output 12V 1A Produce Weight g 280 g Dimensions Without ears 90 00 x 109 39 x 31 27 mm With ears 116 00 x 109 39 x 31 27 mm Standard IEEE802 3 10BASE T IEEE802 3u 100BASE TX Interface 1 x 10 100 RJ 45 port 2 x RS 232 DB 9 port Data Bits 5 6 7 8 Stop Bi...
Страница 33: ...vice such as AP or Switch Many network devices are firmware upgradeable through web interface or utility program FTP File Transfer Protocol A standard protocol for sending files between computer over a TCP IP network and the internet IP Address IP Internet Protocol is a Layer 3 network protocol that is the basis of all Internet communication An IP address is 32 bit number that identifies each send...
Страница 34: ...S 100 User s Manual 32 TFTP Trivial File transfer Protocol A file transfer protocol with the functionality of a very basic form of FTP It is used to transfer small amounts of data between hosts on a network such as Switch firmware ...
