Kramer FC-8 User Manual

Wi-fi - rs-232 bridge

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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Model:
FC-8
Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Model: FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Operating the FC-8 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1: FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge Front and Back Views Figure 2: Connecting the FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge (Ad-Hoc Network) Figure 3: Connecting the FC-8 Wi-Fi - RS-232 Bridge (Access Point) Figure 4: Wireless Network Connection Window...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    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:...
  • Page 6: Quick Start

    Getting Started Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 7: Overview

    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.
  • Page 8: Figure 1: Fc-8 Wi-Fi - Rs-232 Bridge Front And Back Views

    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.
  • Page 9: Connecting The Fc-8 Wi-Fi - Rs-232 Bridge

    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...
  • Page 10: Connecting The Fc-8 To A Network

    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...
  • Page 11: Using The Default Network Configuration

    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.
  • Page 12: Changing The Fc-8 Configuration

    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.
  • Page 13: Figure 5: Serial Net Configuration Screen Of The

    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).
  • Page 14: Table 3: Fc-8 Serial Net Configuration Parameters

    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...
  • Page 15: Table 4: Baud Rate Settings

    , which can be downloaded from the Kramer Web site. 1 The FC-8 must be connected to a PC over the serial port while running the program...
  • Page 16: Configuring An Active Station

    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.
  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    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...
  • Page 19 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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