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At the host end, an Async sharing Unit (ASU) set to the Backup Mode
must be installed. The ASU is installed between the host computer
serial port and the host BPF and backup modem(s). The ASU
Composite port connects to the host, the Device ports are connected to
the Host BPF and the backup device(s) (radio, modem, etc).
The ASU scans the device ports for RTS. If RTS is high on any device
port, the data channel between the Composite and the Device port is
opened. The green DCB NMP cable, part number 9500023, is used
between the ASU and the BPF. To connect the ASU to the modem,
an RJ45 line cord and the DCB Async Modem adapter, part number
9802018 is used. With this cable, when the backup modem link is
established, the modem DCD is wired to the ASU RTS input and the
path is opened between the host computer and the remote device
served by that modem.
To make the host modem behave properly, the ASU sends out a
command string. This command string puts the modem in answer
mode, insures that modem DCD follows the call progress and insures
that the RS232 interface speed is correct. The command string is sent
by the ASU as soon as the ASU is put into Backup mode. Once in
Backup mode, the ASU also sends out the string after the ASU is
powered on and after the ASU is reset.
Some features of the BPF-BU include:
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Monitor functions allow network management port user to
monitor transmit or receive of any data port.
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Many test features allow diagnostics of the system and
communications link.
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Power supplies available for 120 VAC, and 240 VAC.
Options:
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Built-in 56 / 64Kbps DSU/CSU.
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Rack mount options available.
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Power supplies for 12, 24, -48 or 125 VDC are also available.