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- Page 1 ELK-IP232 Ethernet to Serial Bridge INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION MANUAL 828-397-4200 Voice 828-397-4415 Fax http://www.elkproducts.com email: info@elkproducts.com • PO Box 100 • Hwy. 70W Hildebran, NC 28637 • USA 1/07...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connecting to the ELK-IP232 over a Network ............... 9 Bench-testing the ELK-IP232 using a single PC ..............10 Setting up the ELK-IP232 for use with Russound Audio Distribution Systems and the ELK-TS07 Touchscreen ....................10 Updating the ELK-IP232 Firmware ..................11 Troubleshooting Guide ...................... -
Page 3: Features And Specifications
Features and Specifications APPLICATION: The ELK-IP232 is an Ethernet to RS-232 Serial Port Bridge. It may be used to connect any standard serial communications device such as a PC, an audio/video distribution system, or an Elk-M1 Control, to an Ethernet network. -
Page 4: Basics Of Networking
Basics of Networking The installer must have a basic understanding of Ethernet setup to install and configure the ELK-IP232. If you do not have this basic knowledge, please seek the assistance of a network professional. Internet Cable Satellite Wide Area Network... -
Page 5: Installation And Hookup
1. Remove power from the ELK-IP232 and serial device before making any connections. 2. Connect the serial port cable from the ELK-IP232 to the serial device. Connect a network patch cable from the ELK-IP232 to the LAN (local area network) switch or router. -
Page 6: Configuration And Setup
The Utility can not “find” an ELK-IP232 outside of the local area network (refer to step 2 below). The ELK-IP232 is shipped with DHCP enabled. If a DHCP server exists on your network the ELK-IP232 will obtain a “dynamic” IP address, gateway address, and subnet mask allowing it to work on the local network. If not, the factory programmed (default) IP address is 192.168.0.251. - Page 7 4. Across the top of the screen is displayed the current hardware and software versions. If the ELK-IP232 received a dynamic IP address from a DHCP server, that address will be displayed immediately below the version numbers. 5. As previously discussed, the ELK-IP232 is factory defaulted to DHCP, which means that it expects to be assigned a “dynamic”...
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Page 8: Notes On Flow Control (Hardware/Software Handshaking)
By default, the port is 2401, although this may be changed using the Configuration Utility. This port must be opened through the router to allow access to the ELK-IP232 through the Internet. You must access the router’s setup in order to open (port forward) these ports. The method for this differs from product to product. Some routers use a software utility to access their setup while others can be accessed via a web browser. -
Page 9: Connecting To The Elk-Ip232 Over A Network
HyperTerminal is a communications program that is typically installed on Windows PCs. 1. Connect the ELK-IP232 as described in “Installation and Hookup” on page 5. The ELK-IP232 and the PC should both be on the same local network (ie. plugged into the same router). -
Page 10: Bench-Testing The Elk-Ip232 Using A Single Pc
4. In the “Connect Using” box, select the COM port connected to the ELK-IP232. Click “OK.” 5. Select the baud rate the ELK-IP232 was configured for. Also select 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit and set “Flow control” to however the ELK-IP232 was configured. Click “OK.” Note: until you become familiar with flow control and know your serial port and cable supports it, flow control should be disabled both here and in the ELK-IP232. -
Page 11: Updating The Elk-Ip232 Firmware
(http://www.elkproducts.com) and save it to any convenient location on your local disk drive. ! ! ! ! ! Some firmware updates may default certain settings in the ELK-IP232. It is good practice to use the Configuration Utility to connect to the ELK-IP232 and note its settings before updating its firmware. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting Guide
For instructions on this process, see page 13. If the network router is not serving IP addresses, or the ELK-IP232 is set to a static address, use a crossover cable to connect directly from the PC to the ELK- IP232. -
Page 13: Forcing The Dhcp/Ip Address Settings To Known Values
Forcing the DHCP/IP Address Settings to Known Values: The ELK-IP232 supports an easy method for forcing it from a static IP address to DHCP mode or vice versa. This is accomplished with the use of the “DEFAULT” Jumper located near the DB9M connector. - Page 14 www.elkproducts.com Printed in USA...