Software Tools; Power Source; Where To Go Next - Patton electronics SmartNode 1200 Getting Started Manual

SmartNode 1000 and 2000 Series Getting Started Guide
The synchronous serial port is labeled SERIAL 0/0 on the SmartNode 2300. Before you connect a device to it
you need to check the following:
• Confirm that the device to which you are connecting the AT-VP730 is a DCE providing a clock signal on
the synchronous serial port
• Type of connector, male or female, required when connecting to the device port
• Signaling protocol; the device requires X.21 or V.35

Software tools

You will need a PC computer with HyperTerminal or equivalent VT-100 emulation program, or an ASCII termi-
nal (also called a dumb terminal) to configure the software on your SmartNode device.

Power source

If you suspect that your AC power is not reliable, for example if room lights flicker often or there is machinery
with large motors nearby, have a qualified professional test the power. Install a power conditioner if necessary.
WARNING

Where to go next

When you finish preparing for SmartNode installation, go to the appropriate section to install the device:
• Installing the SmartNode 1200 (see chapter 4,
• Installing the SmartNode 1400 installation (see chapter 5,
• Installing the SmartNode 2300 installation (see chapter 6,
• Installing the SmartNode 2400 installation (see chapter 7,

Software tools

The mains outlet that is utilized to power the equipment must be within
10 feet (3 meters) of the device and shall be easily accessible.
"SmartNode 1200 installation"
3 • Planning the installation
on page 66)
"SmartNode 1400 installation"
"SmartNode 2300 installation"
"SmartNode 2400 installation"
on page 76)
on page 85)
on page 99)
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