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OWNER'S MANUAL
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DS-RPC
DATA SWITCH/POWER CONTROL
FOR MODELS
DS2-RPC
DS4-RPC
Including the
DS71
DS71-MD2
DS74 &
DS73
Modules
BayTech Manual Publication #U140A124-01
August 1998
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL ABOUT THIS OWNER’S MANUAL __________________________________________________________________________________________ ABOUT THIS OWNER’S MANUAL This document provides information required for installing and operating your Bay Tech equipment. It should allow the user to connect, power up, and access an applications menu where peripheral equipment can be controlled. We recommend reading this manual carefully, while placing special emphasis on correct cabling and configuration
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL ABOUT THIS OWNER’S MANUAL __________________________________________________________________________________________ The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The statements, configurations, technical data, and recommendations in this document are believed to be accurate and reliable, but are presented without express or implied warranty. Users must take full responsibility for their applications of any products specified in this document. The in
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS __________________________________________________________________________________________ ABOUT THIS OWNER’S MANUAL iii INTRODUCTION TO THE DS-RPC 1 PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES OF THE DS MODULES 3 DS-RPC QUICK START 6 EIA-232 SERIAL CONNECTION 6 OPERATION 6 DS-RPC CONFIGURATION 8 INSTALLATION 10 UNPACKING 10 PREPARING THE INSTALLATION SITE 11 POWER 11 POWER ON/OFF STATE 12 POWER UP SEQUENCE 12 CIRCUIT BREAKER 12 CABLING 13 RJ-45 CABLES AND ADAPTERS 13 MODEM CON
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS __________________________________________________________________________________________ DS71-MD2 31 PORT DEVICE NAME 34 PORT SELECT CODE 35 ATTENTION CHARACTER 36 DISCONNECT TIME GUARD 37 CONNECT PORT ID ECHO 38 LOGIN SETUP 39 HEADER 39 PASSWORD 40 MENU 41 AUTO CONNECT PORT 42 DCD LOGON/LOGOFF (DS71 ONLY) 44 LOCAL MODEM SETUP (DS71-MD2 ONLY) 45 RINGS TO ANSWER 46 MODEM TO MODEM XON/XOFF 46 CONNECTIVITY TIMEOUT 47 ESCAPE CHARACTER 48 UNIT ID 49 I/O MODUL
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS __________________________________________________________________________________________ TECHNICAL SUPPORT 69 EQUIPMENT SETUP 70 REPACKAGING, SHIPPING AND RETURNING TO THE FACTORY 71 FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFACE STATEMENT 72 APPENDIX A – SPECIFICATIONS 74 APPENDIX B – MODEM COMMANDS 76 APPENDIX C – WINDOWS 95 TUTORIAL 78 APPENDIX D – DRAWINGS 81 APPENDIX E – EPROM UPGRADE 89 APPENDIX F – ASCII CHARACTER DEFINITION 91 INDEX 92 vii
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION TO THE DS-RPC __________________________________________________________________________________________ INTRODUCTION TO THE DS-RPC BayTech’s DS-RPC provides a single dialup or EIA-232 gateway to multiple EIA-232 devices. Used for accessing remote equipment or simply switching between multiple ports, the DS-RPC provides a full duplex connection between the host and up to 12 peripherals. In a typical application, the host module connects to a local or remote co
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION TO THE DS-RPC __________________________________________________________________________________________ In a typical application, the host port of the data switch is connected to a local or remote computer and the peripheral ports are connected to devices such as routers, hubs, bar code readers, terminals, etc. Port selection is accomplished two different ways. (1) Use a simple menu-driven selection sequence or (2) send an ASCII character string to select a p
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION TO THE DS-RPC __________________________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES OF THE DS MODULES Highlighted features indicate items most often programmed FEATURE DESCRIPTION ACTION PAGE NO. DS71 or DS71-MD2 HOST MODULE Sets serial port speed of the DS71 and Enter baud rate, data bits, 28 Serial Port DS71-MD2 Default = 9600, 8, 1, N, stop bits, parity, and Configuration Xon/Xoff Xon/Xoff Disabled Uniquely identi
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION TO THE DS-RPC __________________________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES OF THE DS MODULES (con’t) FEATURE DESCRIPTION ACTION PAGE NO. DS71-MD2 HOST MODULE The number of times the modem rings Enter number of rings to 45 Rings to before it automatically answers. auto answer Answer(*) Default = 2 rings ASCII character used to stop or start Enable/ Disable Modem to 46 Modem to transmission of data. Modem Mode
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION TO THE DS-RPC __________________________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES OF THE DS MODULES (con’t) FEATURE DESCRIPTION ACTION PAGE NO. DS73TP NETWORK MODULE IP Address for the DS73TP to access the Enter the IP Address in 54 Module IP network. Default = 0.0.0.0 dotted decimal format 0.0.0.0 Address IP Address for the network to access the Enter the IP Address in 55 Dial-in IP DS73TP. Default = 0.0.0.0 dotte
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL QUICK START __________________________________________________________________________________________ DS-RPC QUICK START This section, “Quick Start,” describes the basic steps required to set up and configure your DS-RPC. If you need to acquaint yourself further with setup, configuration, and operations, see “Detailed Operations and Configuration” beginning on page 18. EIA-232 SERIAL CONNECTION Using the 9FRJ45PC-4 adapter and the RJ08X007 (8 pin crossed) cable, connect
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL QUICK START __________________________________________________________________________________________ Or this menu if the DS71-MD2 is used: Data Switch Series - F.0.13 Bay Technical Associates Unit ID: DS71-MD2 Port Select Code: $BT Attention Character: ; Use the “Attention Character” to display the remainder of the menu. Device A (2,1)...............1 Device B (2,2)...............2 Device C (2,3)...............3 Device D
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL QUICK START __________________________________________________________________________________________ Accessing RPC Menu Select the RPC module. The following status menu appears: DS-RPC Series (C) 1997 by BayTech Rev. F0.04 Circuit Breaker : On 1) . . . OUTLET 1 : Off 2) . . . OUTLET 2 : Off 3) . . . OUTLET 3 : Off 4) . . . OUTLET 4 : Off RPC > If the status menu fails to appear, ensure the correct cables and adapters are being used and that they are c
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL QUICK START __________________________________________________________________________________________ To configure a module, enter the number associated with that followed by . For detailed configuration of each module refer to: DS71 or DS71-MD2 page 26 DS74 page 51 DS73 page 53 RPC page 64 9
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION __________________________________________________________________________________________ INSTALLATION UNPACKING Compare the unit and serial number of the equipment you received to the packing slip located on the outside of the box. Log this information on the sheet on page 70. Inspect equipment carefully for damage that may have occurred in shipment. If there is damage to the equipment or if materials are missing, contact BayTech customer service at 228-467-
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION __________________________________________________________________________________________ PREPARING THE INSTALLATION SITE The installation area should be clean and free of extreme temperatures and humidity. Allow sufficient space behind the unit for cabling. POWER CAUTION: This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not install near water or expose this unit to moisture. To prevent heat buildup, do not coil the power cord when in use. Do not use extensi
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION __________________________________________________________________________________________ CAUTION: For PERMANENTLY CONNECTED EQUIPMENT, a readily accessible disconnect device shall be incorporated in the fixed wiring. For PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. Applying power illuminates a green LED on the front panel of the DS- RPC. When the power switch is off, devices connected to the unit are not
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DS-RPC OWNER’S MANUAL CABLING __________________________________________________________________________________________ CABLING RJ-45 CABLES AND ADAPTERS IMPORTANT: The DS-RPC host communications modules have an RJ-45 port which uses an 8-pin crossed modular cable to connect to a local EIA-232 device such as a computer terminal or external modem. Most serial computers do not have RJ-45 connections; therefore an adapter is provided with this unit to convert from a DE-9 connector to an RJ-45 con
