Thank you for purchasing the Kramer TOOLS FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge, which is ideal for controlling any Kramer device with an RS-232 port in a wireless network environment. Each package includes the following items:...
LAN or the Internet with an FC-8 using serial commands or Kramer control software. The FC-8 is available in two models: a European model that supports 13 channels over the 2.412–2.472GHz spectrum and an American model that supports 11 channels over the 2.412–2.462GHz spectrum.
Your FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge Figure 1: FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge Front and Back Views Table 1: FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge Front and Back Functions Feature Function 12V DC Connector +12V DC for powering the unit FACTORY RESET Button When pressed, erases all configuration data.
Figure 2: Connecting the FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge (Ad-Hoc Network) 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your FC-8. After connecting your FC-8, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...
The FC-8 is connected to the network by software configuration as described in Section 6. Configuring the FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge This section explains how to configure the FC-8 and the host system for operation. The section includes: Using the Default Network Configuration, see section 6.1 Configuring the Host System, see section 6.2...
Configuring the Host System to Operate with FC-8 The wireless connection on the host system must be configured to communicate with the FC-8. (It is assumed that a wireless network adapter is installed and operating on the host system.) To configure the host system for first-time wireless operation: 1.
FC-8 configuration as described in section 6.3. Changing the FC-8 Configuration The FC-8 is normally configured to work as a listening station in an ad-hoc, peer-to-peer network or over an access point such as a router to connect to the Internet.
Configuring the FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge To change the FC-8 configuration, do the following: 1. In the Internet browser of a PC attached to the FC-8 network, enter the IP address of the FC-8 (for example, using the default IP address: 192.168.3.2).
It is assumed that the host server is registration server name is "listening" on port number. defined. FC-8 registers itself by opening a socket to a registration server and sending its ID 192.168.3.1 (Default) information and current IP address. When...
Operating the FC-8 3. After submitting the new parameters, reset the FC-8 by clicking the Reset iChip link at the bottom of the window. The new window with the message “iChip is performing reset” opens. Wait about 1 minute and close this new window.
PROTOCOLS ACCELERATED AES, 3DES and SHA IN HW: APPLICATION PROGRAM Kramer configuration program – Configure a factory default: Ad hoc net, INTERFACE: permanent IP, DHCP server and serialNET mode. Kramer application Web page, enabling changing Net details, Security and IP...
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For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback. Safety Warning: Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening/servicing.
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