Network Technologies RACKMUX-V15-8UNV RS232 Control, RS232 Connections and Configuration

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NTI RACKMUX KVM Drawer with NODEMUX Switch

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To enter Help Mode press the <F1> key from the Command Mode menu (page 11).

Help Mode displays a list of commands with a short explanation of their function. These lists are organized in pages for each mode (i.e. COMMAND, EDIT, and SEARCH). The following options enable the user to quickly obtain information on any command.

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RS232 CONTROL

The NODEMUX can be configured to be controlled by a remote terminal connected through the RS232 port at the rear of the NODEMUX. For RS232 communication with a remote terminal to work, the NODEMUX must first be configured for the baud rate and address.

RS232 Connections and Configuration

Remote Connection

The RS232 Interface is designed to meet the RS232C standard and can be controlled from any CPU or other controller with an RS232 communications port. The pin-out for the DB-9 connector on the unit is as follows:

RS232 Connector (DB-9 FEMALE)

PIN

SIGNAL

FUNCTION

1

CD

Carrier Detect

 

 

 

2

TXD

Transmit data (RXD at host)

 

 

 

3

RXD

Receive data (TXD at host)

 

 

 

4

DTR

Data terminal ready

 

 

 

5

GND

Signal ground

 

 

 

6

DSR

Data set ready

 

 

 

7

RTS

Request to send

 

 

 

8

CTS

Clear to send

 

 

 

9

-

No connection

 

 

 

Note: Security must be disabled or user access granted on the port(s) to be selected by RS-232 control.

On the DB-9 female connector, pins 1 (DCD), 4 (DTR), and 6 (DSR) are shorted and pins 7 (RTS) and 8 (CTS) are shorted. Therefore, host handshaking is bypassed and TXD and RXD are the only active signals. A straight through DB-9 cable (not null modem) will work for most CPUs. To daisy chain multiple units, a Matrix Y-1 cable is used (see page 17) for each NODEMUX in the chain.

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Contents RACKMUX-V15-4UNV Trademark Table of Contents Troubleshooting Default Password Reset Index Warranty InformationFeatures Models AvailableTypes of CPUs Supported OptionSet of 2 cables for each CPU being connected to the switch Materials17 18 19 20 21 Rear View Connect The Cables InstallationRack Mounting Instructions Pin miniDIN 13W3M-15HDFIEC Connectxor Power-Up SequenceIEC Power Cord Using the Rackmux Enabling the Security FeatureKeyboard Control OSD ControlAdditional Modes Available With Security User Login ModeAdministration Mode Switch Configuration Exit Administration Mode Return to previous mode EscKeystroke Ctrl + a Ctrl + E Ctrl + P Esc Administrator PasswordUser Name List User Access Functions System Access ListCommand Mode Keystroke Enter EscType to a CPU To exit Command Mode, either hold down any Broadcast Mode Scan ModeNormal Mode Edit ModeEsc Enter Search ModeEdit Mode Contd Function FunctionKeystroke Maintenance ModeActivate security features RS232 Connections and Configuration Help ModeRS232 Connector DB-9 Female RS232 ControlLoop Back ConfigurationBaud Rate Command Protocol Wiring Schematic of Matrix-Y-1 cableExit Switch Configuration Mode Unit AddressFormat RS Aacr ResponseFormat CS AA,XX,YYCR Format CA AA,XXCRFormat Display Functions Standard ControlsOSD Control Menu OSD Main MenuPosition Menu Brightness/Contrast MenuColor Menu Setup Menu OSD Image can be moved to different points on the displayFunction Key to enable additional key functions Keyboard FunctionsRACKMUX-V15-x Function Key OperationNumber Pad Keys of the Number PadOther Functions of the Fn Key Additional multi-function keysNumeric Keypad Option S. English keyboard with numeric keypadKeyboard Features Keyboard-To-Computer TranslationTranslation Capabilities Translation TablesTroubleshooting Default Password ResetRACKMUX-KVM Drawer Standard Specifications General SpecsLCD Display Controller VGA -15Warranty Information KeyboardTouchpad Index

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