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- Page 1 © Copyright 1998. Black Box Corporation. All rights reserved. 1000 Park Drive • Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 • 724-746-5500 • Fax 724-746-0746...
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- Page 3 FCC/IC STATEMENTS FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference...
- Page 4 NORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS (NOM) ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
- Page 5 NOM STATEMENT 10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor. 11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents 1. Specifications ......6 2. Introduction......7 2.1 Description. -
Page 8: Specifications
Data Rates — 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 Power Supply — From interface or from power-supply adapter: PI115A-C: 120 VAC; PI115AE-R2: 230 VAC Data Format — 7 or 8 bits; 1 or 2 stop bits; even, odd, or no parity Temperature —... -
Page 9: Introduction
CHAPTER 2: Introduction 2. Introduction 2.1 Description ↔ Parallel Converter III automatically con- The Serial verts RS-232 serial data to parallel data format and vice versa. Incorporating advanced microprocessor technology, the Converter automatically senses and selects parallel and serial modes, as well as DCE/DTE modes. -
Page 10: Features
2.2 Features • Converts parallel data to serial data and vice versa • Automatically selects parallel-to-serial and serial-to-parallel operation • Automatically selects DCE/DTE modes • Serial data rates to 38,400 bps • No AC power required • Supports both software and hardware flow control •... -
Page 11: Configuration And Installation
The Converter is simple to install and extremely reliable. The following instructions will help you set up and install your converter properly. If you have any questions, please call Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500. 3.1 Configuration Switches The Converter uses a set of eight internal DIP switches (see Figure 3-1) that allow configuration to a wide range of applications. -
Page 12: Switches 1 And 2
3.1.1 S WITCHES The setting for Switch 1 determines whether the unit uses hardware or software (XON/XOFF) flow control. Switch 1 is alternatively used to determine the direction of the self-test output message whenever the self-test is activated via Switch 2. See the table on page 14. 3.1.2 S Use Switch 2 to activate the self-test in the direction of the serial or parallel interface. -
Page 13: Switches 3 Through 5
CHAPTER 3: Configuration and Installation 3.1.3 S 5: D WITCHES THROUGH ARITY AND Switches 3 through 5 are used to specify the data, parity, and stop bits. For settings, see the table on page 14. 3.1.4 S 8: F WITCHES THROUGH REQUENCY AND ATA RATE... -
Page 14: Location Of The Configuration Switches On The Converter
3.1.5 L OCATION OF THE ONFIGURATION WITCHES ON THE ONVERTER Configuration Switches DHS-8 Figure 3-1. Location of the configuration switches on the Converter. To configure your unit, use a small screwdriver and gently push each switch to its proper setting. The ON and OFF positions are shown in Figure 3-2. - Page 15 CHAPTER 3: Configuration and Installation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 3-2. The miniature configuration switch package.
- Page 16 Position DIP Switch Settings Flow Control Hardware Software Self-Test Parallel Serial Bit Error Rate Self-Test ON Self-Test OFF Parity/D. Bits/ S. Bit None/8/1 Odd/8/1 Even/8/1 None/7/2 Odd/7/2 Even/7/2 Odd/7/1 Even/7/1 D. Rate (bps) OFF ON OFF ON 1200 2400 4800 9600 OFF OFF 19200...
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Page 17: Installation
CHAPTER 3: Configuration and Installation 3.2 Installation The Converter is very simple to install. Once you have configured the DIP switches, just plug your converter into a standard cable and you’re ready to go. Figure 3-3 illustrates the proper connections for the Converter. If you have a non-standard connector, your connections may be different. - Page 18 The 120VAC U.S. wall transformer version supplies +9V regulated DC up to 500mA. Connect this wall transformer to the Converter via a cannon jack on the side panel. The Converter is powered up as soon as it is plugged into an AC outlet—there is no power switch.
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Page 19: Operation
CHAPTER 4: Operation 4. Operation Once your interface converter is properly configured and installed, it should operate transparently—as if it were a standard cable connection. Operating power is derived from the RS-232 data and control signals; there is no “ON/OFF” switch. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
If you need to transport or ship your Converter: • Carefully package it. We recommend that you use the original container. • If you’re returning the Converter to Black Box, call Technical Support to get a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. -
Page 21: Appendix A: Interface Connections
APPENDIX A: Interface Connections Appendix A: Interface Connections A.1 36-Pin Centronics Male Parallel Port Connections Description Direction Strobe Output Data bit 0 Data bit 1 Data bit 2 Data bit 3 Data bit 4 Data bit 5 Data bit 6 Data bit 7 Acknowledge Input (active low) -
Page 22: Db25 Female Serial Port Connections
A.2 DB25 Female Serial Port Connections Name Description Connected to pin 7 Serial Transmit Data; also used as a power source Serial Receive Data (sends XON/XOFF only) Used as a power source Clear to Send; connected to +V Signal Ground Carrier Detect;... -
Page 23: Appendix B: Block Diagram
APPENDIX B: Block Diagram Appendix B: Block Diagram... - Page 24 NOTES...