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IPI-4 Converter
For AXS-100/200 Controllers
Introduction
The IPI-4 Adapter is an integrated single-port PCB type
asynchronous serial communication gateway that seamlessly
converts the RS-232 port of a VisAccess AXS-100/200 controller
to 10/100 Ethernet V2.0 (TCP/IP).
The adapter enables a 'Master' AXS-100/200 controller to be
placed anywhere on a WAN/LAN or Internet based network and
still perform as if the controller was hard wired to the host
computer via RS-232.
The IPI-4 is shipped with Lantronix Programming Software for
browser based configuration of its network settings, serial-port
line settings, UART transmit and receive buffer trigger levels and
serial port flow control.
The IPI-4 also supports remote configuration, supervision and
management via EIRIS V4.6 (or higher) as well as AXSalert
(all versions) enterprise software.
NOTE: RJ-45 terminated Ethernet network interface cables are
not included with the IPI-4 converter.
CAUTION:
It is important that the installer understand
and follow the instructions in this document. If you have
questions, call your local VT support representative.
Typical System Configuration
Any combination of eight Master/Slave AXS-100/200 controllers (each with its own address) can be networked together on a single
RS-485 data loop to manage up to 16 doors. Each RS-485 data loop requires that one Master controller (whose address is #1)
be equipped with an IPI-4 Converter for communicating via 10/100 Ethernet V2.0 (TCP/IP) with the host server machine.
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Installation Guide
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Summary of Contents for VisAccess IPI-4
- Page 1 RS-485 data loop to manage up to 16 doors. Each RS-485 data loop requires that one Master controller (whose address is #1) be equipped with an IPI-4 Converter for communicating via 10/100 Ethernet V2.0 (TCP/IP) with the host server machine.
- Page 2 Not Used Not Used Installation and Hookup Details Ensure tht the controller the IPI-4 is to be installed has been set to position # 1 on the AXS-100 loop. Power-down the AXS-100 controller and connect the IPI-4 to the serial interface of the controller as shown.
- Page 3 Configuration should be carried out as soon as the installation is completed. It is important that the installer have a basic understanding of Ethernet setup in order to initially configure the IPI-4 Converter. If you do not have this basic knowledge, please seek the proper assistance.
- Page 4 Using the I/O Channel pull-down menu, select the Serial Interface that has been defined for the IPI-4 Enter the IP Address of the IPI-4 converter. Then define the converter’s IP Port (default = 10001). Last, press Apply, the new TCP Gateway configuration data is saved to the EIRIS database.
- Page 5 Each defined IP Port enables the AXSalert server machine (using a designated IP port) to bi-directionally communicate Network Female RJ45, 10Base-T or 100base- with one Master AXS-100/200 controller via the IPI-4 adapter TX (auto-sensing) Interface Ethernet: Version 2.0/IEEE 802.3 Ensure that the Master controller (including the IPI-4) is...
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Page 6: Standards Compliance
IPI-4 Converter – Installation Guide Standards Compliance VT shall not, under any circumstances whatsoever, be liable for any This device complies with the essential requirements and inaccuracy, error of judgment, default, or negligence of VT, its provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament...