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  • Page 1 ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D © 2009 by ASD Inc.
  • Page 2 ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 3: Trademark Information

    Technical Support If you have any questions or concerns, please contact ASD Inc. by phone, fax, or email: Phone: 303-444-6522 X-144 Fax: 303-444-6825 email: support@asdi.com...
  • Page 4 ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Configuring Windows XP with a Static IP Address ....10 Configuring the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter with a Static IP Address ..14...
  • Page 6 Chapter 7 Updating the Firmware in the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter ... . 35 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Ethernet Communication ......45 Common Communication Fixes .

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction

    The purpose is: • to upgrade the ASD application software; and • to configure the Smart Ethernet Adapter between the instrument controller and the ASD spectroradiometer. Computer Requirements The instrument controller is a computer that manages the instrument controller software, stores data, and processes the results.
  • Page 8 Regional Settings under Start->Settings->Control Panel. The default language must be set to English (United States) in order for the software to be registered and operate correctly. The numbering format must also be set to English. ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Software Installation

    To upgrade the ASD application software, follow these steps: Step 1 Insert the flash memory stick that was supplied with the ASD RS3 or Indico Pro software into the USB port of a computer that has Internet access. This may not be the same computer as the instrument controller.
  • Page 10 • For RS3 The folder location for RS3 prior to version 4.0 is c:\Program Files\RS3. The new installation folder for RS3 is c:\Program Files\ASD\RS3. • For Indico Pro The folder location for Indico Pro prior to version 4.0 is c:\Program Files\IndicoPro.

  • Page 11: Chapter 3 Network Configuration

    The ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter contains an Ethernet interface. To communicate through this the Ethernet interface, an IP Address must be configured for the instrument controller and the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. The following sections will assist you in: •...

  • Page 12: Network Hardware

    Earlier models of the ASD spectrometer only supported either parallel or serial communication. In order to take advantage of network (Ethernet) communication, you must have an ASD spectrometer with a Ethernet port or an ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter, as shown in Figure 3-1.

  • Page 13: Established Network

    Connect the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter RJ-45 connector to the instrument controller's RJ-45 connector with the Ethernet cross over cable. A link light turns on the RJ-45 connector of the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter if the network cable is connected correctly to the instrument controller.
  • Page 14 Connect the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter RJ-45 connector to the RJ-45 connector of a HUB or faceplate on the wall with a standard Ethernet cable. A link light turns on the RJ-45 connector of the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter if the network cable is connected correctly to the network.

  • Page 15: Chapter 4 Configuring Static Ip Addresses

    Chapter 4 Configuring Static IP Addresses If you would like to use the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter in a network configuration involving a network access port, such as is depicted in Figure 4-1 Figure 4-2, your network administrator might require that you change static IP addresses.

  • Page 16: Configuring Windows Xp With A Static Ip Address

    Note: Other Microsoft Windows operating system versions have networking capabilities which can be configured to communicate with the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. It is beyond the scope of this manual to document those procedures, because Windows XP has been the exclusive Windows operating system available on all new hardware since 2001.
  • Page 17 Local Area Connection Status dialog box. Click on the Properties button from the Local Area Connection Status Step 6 dialog box. This opens the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box. ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...
  • Page 18 In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, select Step 7 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the list of components and then click on the Properties button. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog will be displayed. ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...
  • Page 19 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box. Select OK from the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box. Step 10 Select Close from the Local Area Connection Status dialog box. Step 11 ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 20: Configuring The Asd Smart Ethernet Adapter With A Static Ip Address

    Chapter 4 Configuring Static IP Addresses Configuring the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter with a Static IP Address This section describes how to configure the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter with a static IP Address. Step 1 Connect the instrument controller and the instrument together with the supplied Ethernet cross-over cable.
  • Page 21 Select the Search button to verify the IP Address was assigned. Step 6 Make sure the Update connection check box is selected. Step 7 Step 8 Select the Finish button. ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...
  • Page 22 Chapter 4 Configuring Static IP Addresses Notes: ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 23: Chapter 5 Configuring Dynamic Ip Addresses

    Chapter 5 Configuring Dynamic IP Addresses If you would like to use the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter in a network configuration involving a network access port, such as is depicted in Figure 5-1 Figure 5-2, your network administrator might require that you change from static IP addresses to dynamic IP addresses (DHCP).
  • Page 24 Note: Other Microsoft Windows operating system versions have networking capabilities which can be configured to communicate with the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. It is beyond the scope of this manual to document those procedures, because Windows XP has been the exclusive Windows operating system available on all new hardware since 2001.
  • Page 25 Local Area Connection Status dialog box. Click on the Properties button from the Local Area Connection Status Step 6 dialog box. This opens the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box. ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...
  • Page 26 In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the list of components and then click on the Properties button. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog will be displayed. ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 27: Configuring The Asd Smart Ethernet Adapter With Dhcp

    Configuring the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter with DHCP This section describes the configuration of a dynamic TCP/IP protocol on the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. This section assumes there is an established network utilizing DHCP. ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...
  • Page 28 Figure 5-7 ASD TCP Server IP Setup. Step 3 Select an ASD TCP Server from the list. If a TCP Server is not listed, then check connections and select the Search button. If the node is green, then the interface is connected.
  • Page 29 Select the Search button to verify the IP Address was assigned. Step 6 Make sure the Update connection check box is selected. Step 7 Select the Finish button. Step 8 ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...
  • Page 30 Chapter 5 Configuring Dynamic IP Addresses Notes: ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 31: Chapter 6 Connecting The Hardware Components

    ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter through Ethernet. Step 1 Insert the Parallel Port cable into the DB-25 port on the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter by connecting the male end of the cable and securing it with (2) thumbscrews. This end of the cable contains the ferrite loop. The ferrite loop should always be in close proximity to the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter.
  • Page 32 Chapter 6 Connecting the Hardware Components Figure 6-1 ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter showing the Parallel port cable connected to the ASD Spectrometer. Step 2 Insert the shielded cross over Ethernet cable supplied to the instrument controller’s RJ-45 jack. Connect the Ethernet cable end that has the ferrite loop closest to the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter’s RJ-45 jack (shown in...

  • Page 33: Power On Sequence

    Power ON Sequence Once you have verified all cable connections are in place, you may initiate the power ON sequence. Turn ON the ASD Spectrometer first using the power switch on the front of Step 1 the instrument. Step 2 Insert the power cable to the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter power jack with the ferrite loop in close proximity to the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter.

  • Page 34: Software Applications

    Chapter 6 Connecting the Hardware Components Figure 6-4 View of ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Connections Software Applications 6.3.1 Application Software Turn ON the instrument controller or computer with the RS Step 1 application software. Step 2 Start the RS application.
  • Page 35 The main navigation screen is sizable and can be controlled by the window buttons in the upper right hand corner of the window. ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 36: Indico Pro Application Software

    Chapter 6 Connecting the Hardware Components Step 4 Verify that the Connection Status is correct for communicating with the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. The Connection Status is located at the bottom of the main window and shows the communication connection to the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter.
  • Page 37 When the Indico Pro application finishes loading, a screen opens that requires you to either create a new project or open an existing project. Figure 6-10 Indico Pro main navigation screen with a project file open ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...
  • Page 38 The main Indico Pro navigation screen contains a graph region in the middle and a toolbar at the top. Step 4 Verify that the Connection Status is correct for communicating with the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. The Connection Status is located at the bottom of the main window and shows the communication connection to the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter.

  • Page 39: Port Overview And Securing The Asd Smart Ethernet Adapter

    Ethernet Adapter 6.4.1 Accessory Port Figure 6-13 shows the accessory port on the front panel of the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. This port provides any required DC power to external devices. Figure 6-13 Enhanced view of the accessory power jack for probe.

  • Page 40: Secure Asd Smart Ethernet Adapter

    Chapter 6 Connecting the Hardware Components 6.4.3 Secure ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter The ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter is equipped with a clip to secure to your belt or to the back pack (shown in Figure 6-13 and Figure 6-14). Figure 6-15 View of the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter attached to a belt.

  • Page 41: Chapter 7 Updating The Firmware In The Asd Smart Ethernet Adapter

    This section describes how to update the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter firmware application and INI settings. This section is only applicable if your ASD spectrometer was originally a full range spectrometer with all of its detectors installed from the factory.
  • Page 42 Chapter 7 Updating the Firmware in the ASD Smart Ethernet Figure 7-1 Step (1) Set IP Address Step 3 Select an ASD TCP Server from the list. If a TCP Server is not listed, then check connections and select the Search If the node is green, then the interface is connected.
  • Page 43 Chapter 7 Updating the Firmware in the ASD Smart Ethernet If applicable, obtain an IP Address and Network Mask from your Network Administrator. IP address: (provided by network administrator) » Network Mask: (provided by network administrator) » Gateway: (provided by network administrator) »...
  • Page 44 Chapter 7 Updating the Firmware in the ASD Smart Ethernet Figure 7-2 Step (2) Select an asdcfg.ini File Select an asdcfg.ini file. Step 8 The asdcfg.ini file is normally located in the installation folder. The default installation folder is: is C:\Program Files\ASD\RS3 •...
  • Page 45 This step is normally performed ONLY when ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter is initially programmed or reprogrammed by ASD personnel. Use the … (Browse) button to look for the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Step 10 firmware application file. The ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter firmware application file has a specific naming convention.
  • Page 46 • The second part is the version number (_v1_0). • The third part is the extension (_APP.s19). Select the Program button to program the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter's Step 11 flash with the selected file. Step 12 Select the Next button to continue.
  • Page 47 Adapter's INI file. This will write the asdcfg.ini file selected in step 2 to the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter's flash. To read the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter's INI, select the Read Instrument Step 14 INI button. The contents will be displayed in the list box.
  • Page 48 Port: The IP Port to make a connection to. Only valid if the Auto Connect box is unchecked. Net Command: Receives data from the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. The Collect mode requests raw data from the TCP Server. The Acquire mode requests interpolated data from the TCP Server.
  • Page 49 Chapter 7 Updating the Firmware in the ASD Smart Ethernet Check Update connection to add the required entries into the asdcfg.ini Step 16 file. Select the Finish button to exit the Net Configuration Wizard. Step 17 ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D...
  • Page 50 Chapter 7 Updating the Firmware in the ASD Smart Ethernet Notes: ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 51: Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Ethernet Communication

    Either: • Leave the computer on. Turn off the instrument. Unplug all cables from the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. Wait for 10 seconds. Turn the instrument back on. Connect the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. • Or, turn off the computer and the instrument. Unplug all cables from the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter.
  • Page 52 Ethernet cable. • Check that the IP Address is in the same range or subnet as the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter. The same subnet means that the first three octets of the IP address (xxx.xxx.xxx.___) match the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter and the computer.

  • Page 53: Verify The Fiber Optic Cables

    The computer's Ethernet adapter or wireless adapter must have a unique IP address in the same range as the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter, such as 10.1.1.x where x is a unique number. The subnet mask must also be the same as the ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter.
  • Page 54 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Ethernet Communication ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

  • Page 55: Index

    IP address trademarks dynamic static isolated network upgrade language settings, Windows Windows language settings Windows XP DHCP Netcfg static IP address network wireless interface configuration disabled established isolated © 2009 ASD Inc. ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...
  • Page 56 Index ASD.Document 600240 Rev. D ASD Smart Ethernet Adapter Setup Guide...

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