Chapter 1-Introduction And Description; Introduction; About This Manual; Description - Multitech MT56DSU2 Owner's Manual

MT56DSU2 Owner's Manual
Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description

1.1 Introduction

Congratulations! Your new MultiDSU56K is one of the finest DSU/CSUs available today. As a
combined CSU (Channel Service Unit) and DSU (Data Service Unit), it provides a direct
connection to the DATAPHONE ® Digital Service (DDS) network. The MultiDSU56K connects a
computer or Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) to remote equipment using DDS network lines at
2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 and 56000 bps speeds for point-to-point and multi-point service.

1.2 About This Manual

This manual contains five chapters and two appendixes. In addition, there is a Glossary and an
Index at the end of this manual. The information in this manual is provided as described below.
Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description contains an introduction to the MultiDSU56K product
and its features and functions.
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation provides configuration and installation procedures.
Chapter 3 - Operation describes the functional features and options of the MultiDSU56K.
Chapter 4 - Troubleshooting explains what to do if your MultiDSU56K encounters problems in
operation.
Chapter 5 - Service, Warranty and Tech Support defines procedures to follow if the
troubleshooting steps in Chapter 4 do not fix the problem.
Appendix A - Applications Examples illustrates several DSU/CSU uses that may help in
understanding your particular installation site.
Appendix B - Interface Signals lists the various electronic signals and connector pinouts related
to the MultiDSU56K.
Glossary - defines the technical terms used in this manual.

1.3 Description

The MultiDSU56K is compact, easy to operate and has the features to allow flexibility in meeting
your transmission requirements. The DDS is a service for transmission of digital signals via digital
transmission facilities exclusively. The MultiDSU56K is designed to meet AT&T Technical
Publication 62310 requirements. As such, the MultiDSU56K provides all of the functions required
on the customer side of the network.
The MultiDSU56K provides user selection of synchronous data communications at rates of 2400,
4800, 9600, 19200 and 56000 bps, and asynchronous data communications rates up to 19200
bps. It provides three separate interface connections (RS232C, V.35 and DDS).
You will find the MultiDSU56K easy to install, use and maintain. It is recommended that you read
the entire manual early in your experience with the MultiDSU56K so you can appreciate all of the
MultiDSU56K features and options.
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