AMX AXB-IRS4 Removing the circuit card, AXlink communication, RS232 communication

Configuration and Installation

Setting the Internal Jumpers (E1 and E2) for AXlink or RS-232 Communication

Internal jumpers are located on the circuit card inside the AXB-IRS4 enclosure. You will need a Phillips-head screwdriver to open the enclosure.

Static electricity can damage electronic circuitry. Before removing the AXB-IRS4 circuit card from the enclosure, discharge any accumulated static electricity from your body and the screwdriver by touching a properly grounded metal object.

Removing the circuit card

1.Discharge the static electricity from your body and the screwdriver.

2.Unplug all connectors from the rear panel of the AXB-IRS4.

3.Remove the two Phillips-head screws on the front or rear panel.

4.Remove the front or rear panel, and slide the circuit card out of the enclosure.

AXlink communication

To set internal jumpers E1 and E2 for AXlink communication (FIG. 3):.

AXM AXP

RX TX

FIG. 3 Internal jumpers E1 and E2: AXlink communication setting

1.Place the 2-pin jumper on the AXM/RX (E1) connector pins 1 and 2.

2.Place the 2-pin jumper on the AXP/TX (E2) connector pins 1 and 2.

RS232 communication

To set internal jumpers E1 and E2 for RS-232 communication (FIG. 4).

AXM AXP

RX TX

FIG. 4 Internal jumpers E1 and E2: RS232 communication setting

1.Place the 2-pin jumper on the AXM/RX (E1) connector pins 2 and 3.

2.Place the 2-pin jumper on the AXP/TX (E2) connector pins 2 and 3.

3.Set all the DEVICE DIP switch positions to OFF (up).

One the jumpers are set, replace the card in the enclosure. Replace the front or rear panel, refasten the two Phillips-head screws, and plug in all connectors.

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