Configuration; Access To The Mds Command Mode - Western Telematic MDS-16 User Manual

5. Configuration

This section describes procedures that are used to configure the
MDS to fit the requirements of your application.

5.1. Access to the MDS Command Mode

When the Command Mode is active, the user can invoke
commands to configure the unit, display status, and connect or
disconnect ports. The Command Mode can be accessed from a
local PC that communicates with the MDS via cable, or accessed
by a remote PC that communicates via modem.
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The Command Mode can only be accessed from a
"Free" Any-to-Any Mode Port.
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The Command Mode cannot be accessed via a
Buffer Mode Port, Mux Mode Port, or an Any-to-
Any Mode Port that is currently connected to
another MDS port.
1. Start the communications program (e.g. ProComm) on your
local or remote PC. Make certain the MDS and ProComm
are set for the same communication parameters (e.g. baud,
parity, etc.).
2. Access the MDS Command Mode.
a) Local Access: To access the command mode from a
local PC, type /^E and press [Enter]. The MDS
Command Mode is now active.
b) Remote Access: To access the command mode from a
remote PC, proceed as follows:
i. Dial the number for the modem connected to
ii. Type /^E and press [Enter] to make certain the
the MDS.
Command Mode is active, and the unit is ready to
receive commands.
Note:
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