Modular Test Platform
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MTPmini
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MTPmini
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Hardware Installation
This section details the hardware connections required to setup the MTPmini instrument. Depending on the
hardware setup you are using, not all of the following connections may be required.
5.1
Connections for Remote Operation
The recommended form of communication between any client PC and the MTPmini is via TCP/IP over the
Ethernet. By default the MTPmini is set to obtain an IP address automatically from a DHCP server. If there is no
DHCP server on your network, you will have to configure a static IP for the MTPmini using the USB connection
web interface.
For both USB and Ethernet connections to the instrument please insure that your Firewall settings are
configured such that the instrument can be found by your PC.
If an Ethernet network is not available a dedicated client PC can be used. This dedicated client PC will require
an available USB 2.0 port.
5.2
Connecting the Ethernet (recommended)
Connect the MTPmini Ethernet port to either:
1.
The Ethernet Hub of your network to allow any network client the ability to connect remotely.
2.
The Ethernet port of a dedicated client PC (this PC being the only client to have remote access) using:
2a.
an Ethernet cross-over cable
2b.
Ethernet patch cables and small network hub
5.3
Connecting the USB (optional)
To perform administrative tasks such as configuration of the network settings, the USB connection is required.
You may also require use of the USB as a TCP/IP connection if no alternative Ethernet connection is available.
I
MPORTANT
You may only have one MTPmini connected via the USB at any time. If
connections to more than one MTPmini are required, an Ethernet network
must be used.
The IP Addressing described below is for the USB network connection.
The IP address for the MTPmini is 192.168.100.201
Windows 7 and Windows 8
1.
Connect a USB cable (type male A to male B) between the USB 2.0 port at the back of the MTPmini and
any available USB 2.0 port on the client PC.
2.
Once connected, Windows will automatically install the drivers for the USB Ethernet connection. If the
drivers do not automatically install, please refer to the Manual Driver Installation instructions steps 1 to 9
below to install the USB driver.
3.
The units USB connection has a static IP address of 192.168.100.201, subnet mask 255.255.255.0
4.
The USB Ethernet is now configured.
