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JLCooper Electronics SharpShot User Manual

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  • Page 1 SharpShot Ultra-Compact Command Palette User Manual...
  • Page 2 SharpShot User Manual SharpShot is a trademark of JLCooper Electronics. All other brand names are the property of their respective owners. SharpShot User’s Manual, First Edition (October 16, 2023) JLCooper Part Number 932136 ©2023 JLCooper Electronics, 142 Arena Street, El Segundo, CA 90245 USA (310) 322-9990 www.jlcooper.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SharpShot User Manual Table of Contents Introduction .........................4 Unpacking ........................4 Setup ...........................4 Installation ........................5 Connecting the SharpShot ..................5 USB Interface Card ......................5 RS-232 Interface Card ....................5 RS-422 Interface Card ....................5 Ethernet Interface Card ....................5 Controller Mode of Operation ..................6 Technical Reference ....................7 Connections ......................7...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The SharpShot is housed in a compact desktop style package that is intended to fit next to a computer keyboard. The power and interface connectors are located on the rear.

  • Page 5: Installation

    If you are using USB to connect to a host computer, use a standard USB A-B cable. A driver is available which maps the SharpShot to a serial port in all modern versions of Windows. Consult your application documentation for more details to on how configure your SharpShot for your application.

  • Page 6: Controller Mode Of Operation

    The SharpShot operates as a generic controller. As a generic controller, the SharpShot connects to a host computer, which acts on button presses and sends feedback to the SharpShot in the form of text or graphics on the 8 LCD buttons.

  • Page 7: Technical Reference

    SharpShot User Manual Technical Reference Connections USB Interface Card The USB Interface is intended for operation with a host computer. It provides the advantages of a standard interface, which is found on most modern computers. The USB Interface has a female USB B type connector and uses the USB v1.1 protocol. For Windows computers, there is a driver that allows the device with this interface card to appear as a com port.

  • Page 8: Rs-422 Interface Card

    SharpShot User Manual RS-422 Interface Card The RS-422 Interface is intended for operation with a host computer. It provides the advantages of RS-422, which allows for long cable runs. With low loss, low capacitance cable, the RS-422 Interface Card can accommodate cable runs up to 1km.

  • Page 9: Ethernet Interface Card

    SharpShot. To configure the SharpShot Ethernet settings, an Ethernet Interface card must be installed. You can verify this by visually checking the slot for the presence of an Ethernet card. To set the IP address, use the configuration webpage at the following location:...
  • Page 10 SharpShot User Manual After signing in, the Device Status page will appear. This will show the units network settings. On this page, you can only view the network settings. To change the network settings, click on the NETWORK item on the left side.
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  • Page 11 SharpShot User Manual After clicking the NETWORK item, you will see the Network Settings page. In this page, you can change the units IP address, subnet mask and gateway to suit your needs. After changing the network settings, click on the OK button.
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  • Page 12 SharpShot User Manual Clicking on the SERIAL SETTINGS item on the left side will cause the Serial Settings page to appear. Normally, these settings can be left unchanged. However, it is important that these settings match the screenshot below for the unit to communicate correctly with the host application.
  • Page 13 SharpShot User Manual Clicking on the CONNECTION item on the left side will cause the Connection page to appear. Normally, these settings can be left unchanged. However, it is important that these settings also match the screenshot below for the unit to communicate correctly with the host application.
  • Page 14 SharpShot User Manual After setting the network settings to suit your needs and verifying that the serial and connection settings are correct, click on the APPLY SETTINGS item to commit the new settings to memory and restart the Ethernet Interface with the new settings. Keep in mind that if the IP address of the Ethernet Interface has been changed, you will need to enter the new IP address in your web browsers address bar.

  • Page 15: Power

    SharpShot User Manual Power The SharpShot requires a 5 volt DC supply capable of delivering at least 1 amp. The unit comes with a power supply appropriate for the country in which the unit was sold. If you need a power supply specific to your location, please contact your local distributor or JLCooper Electronics.

  • Page 16: Jlcooper Limited Factory Warranty

    SharpShot User Manual JLCooper Limited Factory Warranty JLCooper Electronics ("JLCooper") warrants this product to be free of defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. This warranty is non- transferable and the benefits apply only to the original owner. Proof of purchase in the form of an itemized sales receipt may be required for warranty coverage.

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