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Link Troubleshooting Table
SYMPTOM
.
Can't connect VGMs
together
.
VGM doesn't recognize
other players in linking
operation
.
VGM functions normally by
itself
.
Some VGMs in group link
properly, while others don't
CAUSE
Faulty
wiring
Improperlinking
hardware
Improper settings
Power problem
Faulty
wiring
(3 or more cabinets)
Improper hub switch
setting
Wrong software
version
Faulty
wiring
(2 cabinets)
Faulty
wiring
(3 or more cabinets)
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REQUIRED ACTION
1.
Don't extend linking cables that come with VGM.
2.
required crossover between VGM
cabinets. Each coupler connects two cabinets
(one pair). Don't use standard telephone type
couplers or wiring to link cabinets.
3. Use only lOBase-T,
twisted-pair wiring for VGM data.
Use required network hub for your local network.
H u b L i n k Krt p e r m i t s u p t o f o u r c a b i n e t
connections. Cabinet array completion requires
basic kit brackets and spacers.
1.
Record any error messages that occur during
self-test.
2. From
Self-Test (Main) Menu, choose
Adjustments Menu. Then select Linked Play
Adjustments Menu. Assure that you've set
LINKED PLAY to ON.
3.
Be sure that each VGM has unique ID number.
If hub is in use, verify that power is applied. AC
adapter wires are thin and easily damaged.
1.
Inspect hub indicator lights. Each active port
should have illuminated indicator. If, cable
connects, and that position has no lit indicator,
check for cable continuity from hub to cabinet.
2. Assure that no loose wires catch in hinges,
doors, or under cabinet.
3. Verify that linking cable connects to Network
Board at each VGM's computer.
4.
Verify that each linking cable operates properly
by placing it in working VGM.
1.
Assure that switches on hub are set correctly
a c c o r d i n g t o H u b L i n k K i i i n s t r u c t i o n s .
(Networked cabinets don't require couplers. Hub
has
electronic
crossover.)
2.
Inspect hub indicator lights for link activity. See
manufacturer's
literature
Verify that all linked cabinets use same software
version. Otherwise,
recognize
each
other.
1.
Insert crossover connections between coupled
cabinets. Standard couplers appear identical to
devices supplied with cabinets, but don't include
internal crossover. Use only one coupler, not
2. Verify that each linking crossover coupler
operates properly by placing it in working link
between two cabinets.
1. You used additional crossover connector and
cable to extend VGM or hub link connection.
Two crossovers cancel and cause same
problem as no link crossover.
2. Connect cables directly to hub. Don't use
crossover coupler and hub together in single
network.
3. Separate communications wiring from other
wiring. Wires that must cross should cross at
right angles to limit noise pickup.
Ethernet-type, Category 5,
for
diagnostics.
linked cabinets won't
Contact
your
distributor.
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