OPERATION
Once the VNET™ Interface has been connected to the computer and to the devices (and if applicable, to the optional VNET™ Power Supply) then there are no further adjustments to make on the interface itself. The indicators on the front of the unit operate as follows
The EXT Power indicator (1) will illuminate when DC power is being applied to the EXT Power socket on the rear of the unit.
The NET Power indicator (2) will illuminate when the unit is applying power to the network. This is used for powering
The USB indicator (3) will illuminate when the unit has an active USB connection with a computer. The Net DATAindicator (4) will illuminate when data is being received from the network.
The Net TX indicator will illuminate when the unit is transmitting data onto the network.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
The EXT Power indicator does not illuminate
If you are operating via RS232, you need to use the Accessory Power Supply. Make sure this is connected properly. Check if the power indicator on the Power Supply illuminates. If you are operating via USB (and there are no
The USB indicator does not illuminate
Make sure the USB cable is plugged in both ends. If you are using a USB hub, make sure it is capable of providing sufficient power. You may need to use a powered hub. Has the driver been installed?
Try unplugging the USB cable, then plugging it in again.
If you are using RS232, this indicator will not illuminate.
Cannot find the COM port for the USB device Has the driver been installed?
Is the USB cable plugged in both ends?
Does the USB indicator illuminate? (Check above).
PodWare finds no devices
6 Have you selected the correct COM port in PodWare?
Are the appropriate indicators illuminated? (See above).
Make sure the network cable is not too long, is correctly connected, and is not damaged.
Check that the Tx indicator flashes when PodWare attempts to go online.
Will not operate via RS232
Have you selected the correct COM port in PodWare?
You must use the Accessory Power Supply when operating via RS232.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS | ||
USB communication | 1.1 and 2.0 | |
Compliance | ||
Power descriptor | 150mA | |
Connector | Type B | |
Serial communication | EIA RS232C | |
Compliance | ||
Connector | Female 9 pin ‘D’ | |
VNET™ | (fully wired) | |
Category 5 UTP | ||
Cable type | ||
Max. total cable length | (or better) | |
1km | ||
Max. Network Span | 1km | |
Connector | Standard RJ45 | |
| (or ruggedised | |
External Power | Neutrik ‘Ethercon’) | |
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Only to be provided by a Tannoy VNet | ||
Accessory power supply via a 3.5mm | ||
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Power consumption | 750mW max. | |
USB powered | ||
Externally powered | 3W max. | |
Environmental | 0 to +45°C | |
Temperature | ||
Humidity | 0 to 80% RH | |
Dimensions | ||
43mm | ||
Height | ||
Width | 115mm | |
Depth | 115mm | |
Weight | 500g | |