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ETHERNET INTERFACE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The Control Unit is equipped with an Ethernet Interface feature permitting control and monitoring via a 10 or 100 Mbps
Ethernet connection. Available interface protocols are HTTP (web access), SNMP (Simple Network Management
Protocol), and Telnet. The use of standard protocols makes it possible to provide (password-protected) access to the
Converter from any location in the world where an Internet connection is available
INSTALLATION
Connection
The unit is shipped from the factory with a statically assigned IP address. The unit can be connected to the facility Local
Area Network (LAN) via an industry-standard 10baseT RJ45 cable. The cable should be a “direct” cable, not a “crossover”
cable. Before connecting the unit to the LAN, obtain a valid IP address from a network administrator. The unit then must
be reconfigured to that static IP address (see Page 31).
The unit may also be connected directly to a PC without a LAN. To connect directly to the PC a “crossover” cable must be
used. The unit then must be set to a Static IP address to communicate with the computer (see Page 31).
Table 3-6. Ethernet Cable Wiring
Setup
Setup of the Ethernet Interface should be attempted only after the unit is fully installed and functioning, in accordance with
the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Manual. Once operating, the Ethernet Interface may be configured.
Configuring Internet Protocol (IP) Operating Parameters
An Internet Protocol (IP) address and associated parameters must be configured in the unit so the controlling device can
address it. Normally, the individual or organization managing the facility’s LAN assigns this address. Three parameters will
be required.
Parameters
Factory Setting
IP Address
192.168.1.1
Subnet Mask
255.255.255.0
Gateway
0.0.0.0
For direct connection to a PC any address can be chosen but the PC must also be configured correctly. In this
configuration, the PC must be configured with a Static IP address. The procedure for this varies between operating system
types and versions. Consult the operating manual or help files available with the computer to be used to determine the
proper procedure.
Direct Cable Wiring
End 1
Color
End 2
Signal
1
wh/or
1
Tx+
2
or
2
Tx-
3
wh/gn
3
Rx+
4
bl
4
unused
5
wh/bl
5
unused
6
gn
6
Rx-
7
wh/br
7
unused
8
br
8
unused
Crossover Cable Wiring
End 1
Color
End 2
1
wh/or
3
2
or
6
3
wh/gn
1
4
bl
4
5
wh/bl
5
6
gn
2
7
wh/br
7
8
br
8