Appendix A - Osmac Configuration Commands - Toro OSMAC User Manual

APPENDIX A - OSMAC Configuration Commands

Serial Port Setup
Each of the two serial ports may be configured independently. The serial ports are located at the rear of the unit and are
labeled PORT 1 and PORT 2. Contact your local Toro distributor or field service representative for SitePro or TouchNet
setup.
TAP (also called IXO)
The Telocator Access Protocol is an industry standard protocol for communications between OSMAC Base Station and
E-Series satellite controllers. Individual satellites can be sent individual commands.
COMP1
This protocol is a simple way to send commands to one satellite. It is designed to allow a person with a simple computer
terminal to type a command codes into the OSMAC Base Station. The base station must be pre-configured with the ID
code of the satellite you wish to send commands to. All data sent into the serial port of the Base Station will be sent to
that particular satellite controller.
COMP2
COMP2 is similar to COMP1, except each command requires two lines of text to be entered. The first line is the satellite
address number to transmit the command to, and the second line is the numeric command code to send to that satellite
controller.
Speaker Enable
If this mode is disabled, then the speaker is muted at all times except in the Diagnostics Mode. This may be used if the
OSMAC Base Station is in a location where sounds from the speaker are not desirable.
Busy Channel Lockout
If this mode is enabled, then the OSMAC Base Station will not transmit if the channel is busy. This may be desirable in
order to avoid interfering with other users on the radio channel. This mode can be disabled when too much activity on the
channel exist and commands cannot be sent out in a timely manner.
Remote Paging
If this mode is enabled, then remote users are permitted to call the OSMAC Base Station via a telephone line to generate
command codes to be transmitted.
Call Forwarding
If this mode is enabled, then remote users are permitted to call the OSMAC Base Station via a telephone line to request a
phone autopatch with two-way radio users.
Autopatch Timer
The Autopatch Timer establishes the length of time the OSMAC Base Station waits before hanging up the autopatch auto-
matically. This is needed in case the two-way radio batteries fail or the radio goes out of range.
Enter the number of minutes autopatch may be operated before the disconnect warning tones are sent. The DEL key may
be used to delete digits. Press the – (dash) key to exit the menu. Setting the Autopatch Timer to a value of 0 will disable
the autopatch operation.
Voice Prompts
This mode selects whether beeps or voice prompts are used to confirm radio and phone operations with the OSMAC
Base Station.
Warmup Signal
If this mode is enabled, then a special "warmup" signal is transmitted for a brief period of time at the beginning of each
command. This is required for more reliable operation by some satellites.
Transceiver Setup
The OSMAC Base Station either contains a two-way transceiver or works with an external transceiver. In either case, it
has been programmed with the correct Transmitter Type, Carrier Detect inversion, Transmit Data inversion and TX
Bandwidth modes. The user should not change these settings or improper operation will result.
Transmit and Receive Frequencies
Enter the desired transmit or receive operating frequency using the number keys. The decimal point will automatically be
entered. Use the DEL key to delete any incorrect entries. Press the F1 or – (dash) key to accept the new frequency.
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