Multi-Tech Systems FR111 owner manual About This Manual, Introduction and Description, Setup

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This manual describes the MultiFRAD, and tells you how to install and configure the unit. The information contained in each chapter is as follows:

Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description

Chapter 1 introduces the MultiFRAD 100-Series. A typical application is presented with a discussion on ordering a frame relay line and how to configure a MultiFRAD. A list of relevant specifications are provided at the end of the chapter.

Chapter 2 - Front and Back Panel Descriptions

Chapter 2 describes the front panel indicators and back panel connec- tors. The front panel contains the LEDs for the data and trunk status. The back panel provides cable connections to the data port, trunk port, and a power connection for an external power supply.

Chapter 3 - Setup

Chapter 3 provides unpacking instructions, a setup procedure for connecting cables and direction as to when you should configure the unit. Also, after the unit is configured and if a V.35 interface is needed for the data device, a procedure for changing the shunt to the V.35 position is provided.

Chapter 4 - Software Loading and Configuration

This chapter provides procedures on how to load the software utility and configure the unit when a pc with a Windows application is connected to the MultiFRAD. If a dumb terminal is connected to the MultiFRAD, the unit can still be configured using the ASCII terminal menu system that is present in the memory of the unit.

Chapter 5 - Software Utility Descriptions

This chapter provides a complete description of the Windows based software used on the MultiFRAD 100-Series. From an icon in the MultiFRAD program group, the Main menu is displayed. From the Main menu, the data Port and trunk can be configured. Trunk statistics, diagnostics, and the download feature are also described.

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