SIGNAMAX Networks 065-1180 FiberPack Media Converter Rack Mount Chassis Signamax™ Connectivity Systems RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Model 065-1163T ’ S E R U I D E...
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™ Signamax Connectivity Systems RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Model 065-1163T User’s Guide...
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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Additionally, by deploying the media converter, users can install the device as a standalone solution or in a Signamax™ 065-1180 or 065-1185 chassis for a rack mount system, thereby retaining investments made in the existing serial equipment and software.
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Signamax 065-1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Product Illustrations (RS-232/422/485 to 10/100Base-TX Converter Front Panel View Panel View Key: A – RJ45 10/100BaseT/TX Ethernet port B – Port LEDs C – Female DB9 serial port D – DIP switches E – Power LED F –...
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Features • Complies with EIA/TIA and IEEE standards • Supports 4-wire full-duplex asynchronous serial data transmission (RS-422/485) • Supports 2-wire half-duplex asynchronous serial data transmission (RS-485) • Supports serial port asynchronous data rates up to 115.2 Kbps...
Signamax 065-1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Package Contents The Signamax™ 065-1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX converter package includes: • One media converter unit • One power adapter (please check connector type and input power specification) • Four self-adhesive pads •...
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter NSTALLATION To ensure proper installation of the converter, please note the following procedures: • DB9 Female Connector Pin Assignment • Serial Connection • Connection to DTE • Connection to DCE • Ethernet Connection...
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Serial Connection This converter features DIP switches on the rear panel that sets the unit to the correct type of cable configuration to support connection with a RS-232/422/485 device. For setting the control function of the serial port, see the...
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Connection to Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) Console Mode 1. Ensure that DIP switch #1 is in the “ON” position. (Enables Console mode) 2. Set DIP switches #2, #3 and #4 according to the wire type...
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Data Communication Mode 1. Ensure that DIP switch #1 is in the “OFF” position. (Disables Console mode) 2. Set DIP switches #2, #3 and #4 according to the wire type as indicated below:...
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Connection to Data Communication Equipment (DCE) Data Communication Mode 1. Ensure that DIP switch #1 is in the “OFF” position. (Disables Console mode) 2. Set DIP switches #2, #3 and #4 according to the wire type...
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Ethernet Connection The media converter is equipped with an auto-sensing, auto-negotiating RJ-45 Ethernet port. Simply insert one end of a Category 3/4/5/5e type twisted pair cable** into the media converter’s RJ-45 port and the other end into a hub, switch or computer’s Ethernet card.
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter LED I NDICATORS This converter has several LED indicators that enable quick identification of the status of the converter as well as what is happening across your network. Their functions are as...
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Configuration There are two separate methods for configuring this media converter for use. In the first section of this chapter, the Command line Interface (CLI) or Menu-driven interface via the Console Port to set the device for connection to data terminal equipment in console mode will be defined.
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter NOTE: Prior to following the instructions listed below for HyperTerminal Configuration, ensure that a serial cable connection between the media converter and remote workstation exists. HyperTerminal Configuration 1. The default Login name is “admin” with no preset password.
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter 3. After you log into the system, you will see a welcome message on-screen. 4. Press ENTER and on the following screen, type the default username admin, leave the password field blank since there is no default value and press ENTER to proceed.
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter System Information Menu From this menu, the user can view some system-related information and a default IP address. The user should set up the appropriate IP address, subnet mask and Gateway for his own network. After entering a new IP address, Te lnet and data communication will be based on the ‘new’...
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter DHCP Configuration Menu DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) allows the converter to obtain an IP address from the DHCP server automatically. **NOTE: A DHCP server must exist and be available in your local network prior to enabling the DHCP client.
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter RS-422, and RS-485 modes. Before transferring data through a media converter, it is necessary to set up a connection between the local and remote media converter. The connection setup process involves the server waiting for a connection service request sent by the client.
Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter From this screen, specify the IP address of the remote media converter to which the connection is being made. (The TCP port number is a number from 1024 to 65535). **NOTE: Local and remote media converters must have the same TCP port number in order for a connection to occur.
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter • Stop bits - 1 • Flow control – none Monitor Menu This screen provides at-a-glance system status information. TFTP Firmware Upgrade Menu From this menu, the user can upgrade the existing firmware to newer firmware available from a TFTP server.
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Load System Default The Load System Default command allows a user to restore factory default settings to the converter. From the Main Menu, highlight the Load System Default field and hit the <ENTER>...
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter Command Line Interface (Telnet) The media converter is accessible via a remote computer using Telnet. After completing the steps outlined to connect the devices (see Connection to Data Terminal Equipment in previous chapter), proceed with the directions below to login to the management facility using a remote computer.)
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter **NOT E: Copy the new address down on a piece of paper. You will need the address when you are going to use Telnet or set up a data transfer/communication connection. WARNING: IP addresses are unique! If an address isn’t available,...
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter associated number key or using the TAB key and pressing ENTER. A command prompt appears. **NOTE: Type “?” or “help” to view full list of commands and explanations. Command Definitions backup: Use this command to save configuration settings to file.
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter reset: Type reset config and press ENTER to load factory default settings, or type reset system and press ENTER to restart the system. show: Type show to display a full list of view commands.
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Signamax „§ -1163T RS-232/422/485 to 10/100BaseT/TX Media Converter port... Set TCP port number baud..Set baud rate of serial port parity..Set parity of serial port length..Set word length of serial port stopbits..Set stop bits of serial port flow....
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