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To connect Ethernet and non-Ethernet systems in an Ethernet-serial network
The following diagram shows a typical Ethernet-serial network, which combines Ethernet and
non-Ethernet systems interconnected via a Lantronix UDS1100.
Note When using this method of connection the laptop/PC is always connected to the Ethernet units.
Connect the Ethernet units together (see Section 3) and connect one of them to the laptop/PC, all with
Ethernet cable. One of the other remaining Ethernet units is then connected to a Lantronix UDS1100
Ethernet-to-serial converter using Ethernet cable. The serial connector at the other end of the Lantronix
converter is then connected to the first non-Ethernet unit via serial RS-485 cabling. All of the non-
Ethernet units are connected in a daisy-chain configuration using RS-485 cabling.
To set up the Lantronix UDS1100 converter, please refer to the "HELIX Remote Control Software: Brief
Guide to Setting Up an Ethernet System" User Guide.
Note To combine Ethernet and non-Ethernet units in a single system, the Ethernet units need to be
running host software version 4.03 or later and Xport version 2.0 or later. Xport is a
communications device fitted inside all Ethernet units that provides Ethernet access. More
information and details on upgrading the software can be found on our website; go to
www.klarkteknik.com.
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