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6SHFWUD&RPP#65009# Subrate Multiplexer Installation & Operation Manual 076R176-000 Issue 1 June 2005 General DataComm The Best Connections in the Business...
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General DataComm, Inc. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. General DataComm assumes no responsibility for any damages arising from the use of this document, including but not limited to, lost revenue, lost data, claims by third parties, or other damages.
Preface Scope This manual describes how to install and operate the GDC SpectraComm SRM-6 multiplexer. The information contained in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be entirely reliable. However, as General DataComm improves the reliability, function, and design of their products, is possible that information may not be current.
Preface Compliance: Pending Safety Guidelines Under proper conditions, this unit will operate reliably and safely in your network. If any component is improperly handled or installed, equipment failure or personnel hazard may occur. Use caution and common sense when installing network wires. Use the following guidelines, especially when unsafe conditions exist or when potentially hazardous voltages are present: •...
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Preface Support Services and Training SC SRM-6 Multiplexer 076R176-000 Installation & Operation Manual Issue 1...
Specifications SpectraComm SRM-6 Overview The SpectraComm SRM-6 is a six-channel Time-Division Subrate Multiplexer that interfaces with a SpectraComm V.F28.8/33.6 modem, a SpectraComm 521A/S DDS DSU, a SpectraComm 553 T1 DSU, or any RS-232 or RS-530 DCE device in point-to-point applications. A SpectraComm Manager (SCM) card provides the Telnet and Ethernet connections.
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Introduction and Specifications SpectraComm SRM-6 Overview TYPICAL INSTALLATION (Shown with SC V.F28.8/33.6 Modem in Slot 2) SC V.f28.8/33.6 MODEM (Slot 1) (Slot 2) SC2000 Shelf 1 Management Slot 3 Link SC2000 Shelf 2 (Not Used) SRM-6 (Slot 4) NOTE: For VF (digital) networks, the SC V.F 28.8 modem installs in slot 2 (shown).
Introduction and Specifications SpectraComm SRM-6 Overview Management Features The SpectraComm Manager card provides craft, Telnet, and LAN connections for SRM-6 communication, monitoring, and management functions. These functions are accessed via the SCM front panel EIA-232 craft (CTRL) port, the rear panel DB25F LAN port, and the rear panel RJ45 WAN/DBU WAN ports.
Introduction and Specifications SpectraComm SRM-6 Overview Timing In 4-wire, leased private line modem applications that use aggregate data rates of 19.2, 28.8, or 33.6 Kbps, the SRM-6 gets its transmit timing from the SC V.F28.8 modem or one of the DTEs. One modem is configured for Internal or External transmit timing, with the modem on the other side configured for Receive transmit timing.
Introduction and Specifications SpectraComm SRM-6 Overview SRM-6 Applications 4-Wire Private Line Modem Application The SRM-6 multiplexer is shown below in a typical 4-wire private line modem application with the SC V.F28.8 modem and the SCM. On the DTE side, the SRM-6 acts as a DCE, multiplexing up six DTEs into one aggregate.
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Introduction and Specifications SpectraComm SRM-6 Overview T1 Network Application The SRM-6 multiplexer is shown below in a typical T1 application with the SC553 DSU and the SCM. On the DTE side, the SRM-6 acts as a DCE, multiplexing up six DTEs into one aggregate.
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications The following table describes the physical, operational, and environmental specifications for the SpectraComm SRM-6. Conforming to these specifications ensures maximum system performance and reduces the chances of mechanical breakdown and personnel hazard. Table 1-1 SpectraComm SRM-6 Card Specifications...
Installation and Setup Chapter 2: Installation Overview This chapter describes setting options and installing the SRM-6 card and the two companion cards (SCM and modem or DSU). These devices are intended for rack-mount installation in two linked SC2000 shelves, or in any slot of the SC 5000 shelf. For more information on these SpectraComm shelf systems, refer to the manuals listed on the inside front cover of this manual.
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Installation and Setup Table 2-2 SpectraComm Shelf Systems Item Description Part Number SC 2000 Low SpectraComm 2000 Shelf, 2 slots 010B226-001 Density Shelf SpectraComm 2000 Shelf, 2 slots (Redundant power) 010B226-002 (2 Req’d) SC5000 High MS-2 Mod. 1, Dual Modular (100/120 Vac) 010M054-001 Density 16-slot MS-2 Shelf 100/120 Vac...
Installation and Setup Setting Card Options The SRM-6 has four user-configurable option jumpers, X3, X4, X5 and X6, which configure the DB-25 aggregate interface at the rear of the shelf for RS-232 or RS-530 mode. Figure 2-1 shows jumper locations and the default RS-232 setting. Note that option jumper X7 is reserved for future use and will not affect SRM-6 operation.
Installation and Setup Installation Guidelines Two SC2000 shelves or one SC5000 shelf with three available slots are required for installing the SRM-6 and its companion cards. Either shelf can be mounted in 19-inch or 23-inch wide equipment racks. Shelves should be installed in a ventilated area where the ambient temperature does not exceed environmental specifications (see Table 1-1).
Installation and Setup Cable Connections Front panels and shelf rear panels provide the interface connectors for management, DCE, and DTE connections. Figure 2-2 describes these connections and the associated cables and adapters. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS FRONT PANEL DETAILS MODEM (SLOT 2) (SLOT 1) SRM-6 SYNC...
Installation and Setup Connector Pinouts The SRM-6 provides only two external connections: the front panel mass termination DCE channel connector and the rear panel DB25 aggregate port connector. Pinouts for these connectors are listed below. The other interfaces (craft, line, LAN, WAN, etc.) are provided by the SCM or the modem/ DSU companion cards.
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Installation and Setup Rear Panel DTE Port (Interface “B” in Figure 2-2) The SRM-6 and the modem/DSU provide a rear panel DB25 aggregate port connection between those two devices. The table below describes the pinouts. • For an aggregate rate of 56K or 64Kbps, channel rates can be 2.4K, 4.8K, 9.6K, or 19.2Kbps, synchronous or asynchronous.
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Installation and Setup Management Link Cable (Interface “F” in Figure 2-2) A management link is required between the two SC2000 shelves installed with the SRM-6, the SCM and the modem/DSU. The table and figure below describe the pinouts at the two pairs of cable connectors (P1/P3 to Shelf #1, and P2/P4 to Shelf #2).
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Installation and Setup Management Connection Procedure The following procedure makes a management link between two SC2000 shelves using GDC cable P/N 024H218-001 at the two sets of Berg pins on each shelf. Proper placement and orientation of each cable connector is required in order for the SCM to manage the devices in both shelves. 1.
Installation and Setup Front Panel Controls and Indicators The SRM-6 front panel is shown below. Table 2-7 describes the actions of the unit’s LED indicators, switches and jacks. Table 2-7 SRM-6 Front Panel Features Front Panel LED / Switch Description ON/AM Steady GREEN indicates shelf power is available to the card.
Installation and Setup Accessing the Shelf Accessing the Shelf The SRM-6 is managed by means of the SCM terminal interface via a direct craft connection at the SCM front panel, or via a password-protected Telnet session with the SCM. The terminal interface Main Menu opens a Shelf Inventory screen that allows the user to accesses the SRM-6 or other devices in the shelf.
1. Establish a Telnet connection to the SCM using a PC. Refer to the SpectraComm Manager Card Installation and Operation Manual as needed. When connection is made, the following screen appears. Copyright (c) 2004 General DataComm Industries Inc. All rights reserved SCM Application Version 5.80 login: 2.
This screen is always the initial point of entry for accessing any element by its slot number. 2. Select the associated slot number to access the SRM-6. The SRM-6 Main Menu appears, as shown below. SRM-6 Main Menu General DataComm Ind. Inc. -------------------------------------------------- Serial Number: 010700C064030503...
SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Configuration Menu SRM-6 Configuration Menu At the SRM-6 Main Menu, press 1 and then press Enter to access the SRM-6 Configuration menu. Table 3-1 describes the menu selections and their associated subscreens. SRM-6 Configuration [1] Aggregate Interface Configuration [2] Channel Interface Configuration [3] Aggregate Alarm Configuration [4] Channel Alarm Configuration...
SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Configuration Menu Aggregate Interface Configuration Screen At the SRM-6 Configuration Menu, press 1 and then press Enter to access the SRM-6 Interface Configuration menu. Table 3-2 describes the screen selections with defaults shown in Bold. SRM-6 Interface Configuration [1] Aggregate Rate:28.8 [2] TX Clock Source:Channel 1 TT...
SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Configuration Menu Channel Interface Configuration Screen At the SRM-6 Configuration menu, press 2 and then press Enter to access the Channel Interface Configuration screen, shown below. Table 3-3 describes the screen selections, with defaults shown in Bold. SRM-6 Channel Interface Configuration [1] Channel Number [2] Channel Enable/Disable:Enable...
SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Configuration Menu Aggregate Alarm Configuration Screen At the SRM-6 Configuration menu, press 3 and then press Enter to access the Aggregate Alarm Configuration screen, shown below. Table 3-4 describes the screen selections, with defaults shown in Bold.
SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Configuration Menu Channel Alarm Mask Configuration Screens At the SRM-6 Configuration menu, press 4 and then press Enter to configure alarms on channels 1 through 6. The Channel Alarm Configuration screen, shown below, illustrates the selections for Channel 1.
SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Diagnostics SRM-6 Diagnostics At the SRM-6 Main Menu, press 2 and then press Enter to access the SRM-6 Diagnostics screen. The Aggregate Loopback test, activated/terminated from this screen, loops aggregate transmit data from the DTE to receive data to the DTE. Table 3-6 and the associated illustration describes the menu selections.
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SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Diagnostics Diagnostics Procedure 1. At the Diagnostics screen, press 1, then press Enter. A highlight appears at the Aggregate Loopback field. 2. Use the UP arrow key to highlight the Activate option, then press Enter. 3.
SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Alarm Monitor SRM-6 Alarm Monitor At the SRM-6 Main Menu, press 3 and then press Enter to access the Alarm Monitor screen, shown below. Table 3-7 describes the read-only aggregate and channel interface alarms. Table 3-7 Alarm Monitor Screen Selection Description / Settings...
SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics Interface Status Screen Interface Status Screen At the SRM-6 Main Menu, press 4 to select the Interface Status screen. Table 3-8 describes the read-only status display and special considerations. Table 3-8 Interface Status Screen Selection Description Aggregate Interface Status CTS (Select ON or OFF);...
SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Maintenance Screen SRM-6 Maintenance Screen At the SRM-6 Main Menu, press 5 and then press Enter to access the Maintenance screen, shown below. Table 3-9 describes the maintenance commands on this screen. Table 3-10 describes the Firmware Download submenu.
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SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Maintenance Screen Firmware Download Menu At the SRM-6 Maintenance screen, press 3 and then press Enter to access the Firmware Download submenu, shown below. Table 3-10 describes the menu selections, with procedures following the table. SRM-6 Firmware Download Submenu Active Firmware Status : T3.00.00 VALID - OK...
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SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Maintenance Screen Firmware Download Guidelines • The Firmware Download function performed at the terminal interface allows you to download new operating firmware into the unit. New firmware is typically downloaded when GDC releases a new version of firmware that improves performance or adds new features. It is strongly suggested that the user should copy the Active firmware to Standby firmware prior to downloading new firmware.
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SRM-6 Operation & Diagnostics SRM-6 Maintenance Screen Firmware Filename Format: Address and Product Code Format: (Single Unit) VMMmmbbv.ppp SSLLDDpp.pp 3-digit product code: 5-character product code: 107 for SRM-6 units 01.07 for SRM-6 units 2-digit code correction level 2-digit Drop # (default: 00) 2-digit minor revision level 2-digit Line # (default: 01) 2-digit major revision level...