©
July 2001
Impro Technologies
Data subject to change without notice
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Authentication
:
A controller authenticates information from a
terminal by sending it a challenge code along
with its request for information. When the
terminal responds it sends back a response
code. The controller then verifies that the
response code is correct before acting on the
information received.
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Unit status
:
Slave.
REMOTE PORT
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Baud rates
:
9 600 (fixed).
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Data format
:
8 data bits, no parity, 1 start and 1 stop bit.
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Electrical Interface
:
TTL.
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Communications protocol
:
ImproX Proprietary Protocol.
TEST MODES
:
Power-On Self-test - RAM, ROM, EEPROM.
OPERATOR INTERFACES
STATUS INDICATORS
•
Power on indicator
:
Red LED (externally visible).
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Incoming RS485 Data
:
Green LED (flashing) (internally visible).
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Outgoing RS485 Data
:
Red LED (flashing) (internally visible).
IMPROX PROTOCOL
The unit communicates with other ImproX units via the RS485 Terminal Bus using the
ImproX Secure Communications Protocol.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
REQUIREMENTS
To install the unit the following tools are required :
(a) A suitable electric drill and drill bits.
(b) Suitable flat-head screwdrivers and a Phillips screwdriver.
(c) Side-cutters.
(d) A wire-stripper.
POSITIONING THE UNIT
The unit can be mounted on any surface. It is recommended that the surface be flat and
be at least 105 mm by 116 mm in size.