Western Telematic PLS-345 manual Introduction, Monitor Mode

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1.Introduction

The PLS-345 Physical Layer Switch is a versatile A/B switching system, which can be controlled over any TCP/IP network using standard Telnet, or out-of-band using an external modem and basic VT100 type terminal emulation. Each of the three A/B circuits can be switched via code command, or locally via manual switches on the instrument front panel. Other intelligent features include password protected access to command mode functions, site I.D. Message, connector labels, status displays and more.

The PLS-345 is designed for applications that require automatic routing of Cat5 10/100Base-T signals between a common jack and an A and B jack. The PLS is also ideal for switching RS-232, DSL, RS-422/485, or telephone lines.

Monitor Mode

The Monitor Mode allows the PLS-345 to monitor an external RS-232 line or contact closure input and automatically switch selected A/B paths. Easily definable parameters allow the user to select the monitor signal trigger duration, circuits to switch, and the option to return circuits to their original A/B position.

Security Features

Address-specific IP security masks prevent unauthorized sources from accessing the PLS-345 menu through the network. The PLS-345 provides two levels of operational passwords; the system administrator level, which allows access to all configuration and switching functions, and the user level, which only allows switching of the circuits.

Easy to Configure, Easy to Use

The PLS-345 can be configured over the network, via modem, or from a local PC or terminal connected to the unit's Console Port. Easy to use commands let you assign a location name, set system parameters, and view circuit status. Circuits can be switched using numbers or names.

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Contents PLS-345 Page Shock Hazard Do Not Enter Nameplate Power WarningVentilation Enclosed RacksTable of Contents Application Examples Command SummaryIntroduction Monitor ModeApplications Typographic ConventionsFront Panel Unit DescriptionBack Panel Back PanelUnit Description PLS-345 Physical Layer Switch Users Guide Quick Start / System Overview $ telnet 192.168.168.168 Enter Modem & Console Port Access Factory set PLSCircuit Status Screen Command Help Screen System Mode Power Supply Connection InstallationInitialization Connecting a PC to the Console Port Connecting Common and A/B LinesConnecting the Network Cable Connecting an External ModemSystem Mode and User Mode SetUp and ConfigurationCommunicating with the PLS-345 SetUp and Configuration PLS Command/Menu Conventions Defining General Parameters SetUp and ConfigurationPLS-345 Physical Layer Switch Users Guide SetUp and Configuration Circuit Parameters Menu Circuit ParametersNetwork Parameters Network Parameters Menu IP Security Implementing IP SecurityExample 1 Deny access to all hosts except Hardware Configuration Monitor ModeSelecting Monitor Mode Parameters Monitor Mode Parameters Menu Switch if Level 1 High Switch to Position B Return On Save Configuration Parameters Circuit Status Screen Status ScreensPLS-345 Physical Layer Switch Users Guide Port Network Status ScreenPLS-345 Physical Layer Switch Users Guide Operation Manual A/B SwitchingEnter Code Activated A/B Switching/A Command and the /B Command Enter or /B n EnterCommand Confirmation Prompt /D CommandMonitor Mode Sending Parameters to a File Saving and Restoring Configuration ParametersRestoring Saved Parameters Application Examples Monitoring Signal Drop and/or Power LossAUX Port Connection Monitoring a Contact Monitoring a Switch or RelayItem 6 Circuits to Switch Enable the Monitor Mode at circuit Display Circuit Status Command SummaryDisplay Commands Display Help ScreenView/Set Circuit Parameters Configuration CommandsSN Display Network Status View/Set General ParametersDL Download Configuration to File View/Set Monitor Mode ParametersView/Set Network Parameters Switch Circuit n to Line a Control CommandsSwitch Circuit n to Line B Command Format /T Enter Command Arguments Set Circuits to DefaultReset Network Interface Command Format /D Enter Command ArgumentsExit/Disconnect Command Format /X Enter Command ArgumentsConsole Port Interface Interface DescriptionsModem Port Interface Figure A.3 Common Ports and A/B Ports Common Ports and A/B PortsSwitching SpecificationsSize Trademark and Copyright Information Customer ServiceIndex Index-2 Page Sterling Irvine California 949 586-9950 Toll Free