Remote Notificaton; Remote Notification Features - Eaton Powerware 9315 Operation Manual

Chapter 8
Remote Notification provides the user with the option of receiving alarms and notices at a
remote location. Remote Notification also provides some basic controls that can be
performed remotely on the UPS. Remote Notification operates through a standard
computer modem. Using the Terminal mode, the user calls the UPS to perform basic
monitoring and control. In the event of a UPS alarm or notice, the user is notified at the
remote location. The UPS calls, through the modem, to the user's computer or pager and
leaves a message.
Remote Notification is an extension of the Terminal mode with the additional support
algorithms necessary to control an external modem (see Chapter 7, Serial
Communication"). Connection to the UPS is made when a user calls the UPS on the phone.
The user has exactly the same capabilities as if using a terminal connected directly to the
UPS RS−232 port. Remote Notification differs from the basic Terminal mode with the
addition of Call Answer, Call Out, and Housekeeping functions. The Call Answer function
allows the user to call into the UPS from a remote location and enter Terminal mode. The
Call Out function allows the UPS to be configured to call either a remote computer or
numeric paging service over the phone line. Call Out allows the UPS to call a remote
computer and leave a one-line descriptive message of the alarm or notice condition.
Numeric paging support allows the UPS to call a paging service and send numeric
messages. The Housekeeping function maintains the link between the UPS and modem.

8.1 Remote Notification Features

Remote Notification provides the UPS with the capability to utilize a standard off-the-shelf
PC modem as a telephone interface. The features provided by this option are as follows:
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NOTE The X−Slot communication bay is connected internally to the DB−25 port by
default; the DB−25 is disabled for other uses. If you need the DB−25 for an external
modem kit, contact your service representative for a wiring change.
Call out to a remote terminal or pager based on programmable events and alarms.
Two separate, programmable notification groups (phone numbers).
Programmable number of redial attempts.
Programmable time delay between call out attempts.
Automatic answering (user−configurable) for access to the Terminal mode of the UPS.
Remote and local ability to clear Call Out alarms and events.
Error detection and correction for misconfigured and disconnected modems.
Uses standard modems and cables available at your local computer supply center.
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