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1 Introduction The ICM-ETHi provides a convenient solution for connecting the ICM to an eth- ernet network. It plugs in directly to the ICM using a pre-wired connector. It can be used with Lantronix software for network configuration. The following functions are provided: •...
• Connect DC power supply, either using the DC connector provided or via the internal terminal block. • Connect network cable between ICM-ETHi and customer network switch. • Install the Device Installer software from the Software CD or from the following web address: http://ltxfaq.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/644...
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Stop Bits • Scroll Down to the bottom of the window and click ’Ok’ • From the left hand options, click ’Apply Settings’ • Install the Com Port redirector software from the Software CD or from the following web address: http://ltxfaq.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/928 •...
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• Click ’Close’ and shut down CPR manager and Device installer • The new COM port (e.g.COM 3) will now be available in LPA-View • Install LPA-View as per the user guide. • Open LPA-View, open remote control (7th button from left on toolbar) •...
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3 Lantronix Software Installation We supply a version of the software on CD, or the latest version from the Lantronix web site can be used. Run the CPR installer. This is a file with a name like ``setup_cpr_x86x64cd_4.3.0.0’’. Accept the security warning and license. Figure 1 The ``CPR Installer’’...
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IP address. Run the CPR program. Once started, press the Search button to search the network for ICM-ETHi devices. Any such are displayed on the bottom line as in the example below (with an appropriate IP address for your network).
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Figure 2 Com Ports dialogue Click on the desired Com port number (any can be used that do not conflict with existing allocations). Press OK to close the dialogue. The new Com port will be shown in the left hand pane, with the settings in red in the right hand pane. As a shortcut, the settings can be filled in automatically.
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Figure 3 Com Port Settings Figure 4 Testing Configuration...
Some example arrangements are shown here, there is more information in the main ICM manual. Figure 1 Pre-wired ICM Cable Figure shows the standard cable wiring. This is how the standard ICM-ETHi unit is delivered. Wiring Options...
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Figure 2 External Start Figure shows how to connect an external start button (or PLC output relay). Figure 3 External Indicators Figure shows how to connect external indicator lamps (in case the built-in LED is not sufficient). These could also be PLC inputs. Figure 4 External Power Supply Wiring Options...
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Figure shows how to connect an external power supply. This arrangement may be preferred for permanent installations over the removable ``plug-top’’ power supply that comes with the unit. Figure 5 Control Cable Extension The standard cable is 3m in length. Wiring over longer distances should be done using twisted pair cabling (assuming the serial communications signals are being used).
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