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Buffer Characteristics

The switch may have a buffer memory of 16K, 256K, 512K, 1 megabyte,

or 2 megabytes. The Caretaker Plus uses an intelligent algorithm to allocate memory. The buffer is dynamically allocated which means that any port can utilize as much buffer as required. The buffer is reclaimed to be used again as the data in the buffer is sent to its destination. As the memory becomes full, the reclaimed memory is first distributed to a currently active port, then to the queued ports as needed. However, the currently active port always has priority over the queued ports for memory. If the memory used for the queued ports becomes full, the queued ports are flow controlled off until the memory available for the queued ports becomes available. If all the memory available becomes full, the active port is flow controlled off until some memory becomes available. The buffer is divided in 32 memory allocation units. Each input port will always have one memory unit allocated to it.

Unit Software Reset Function

By entering and then immediately leaving configuration mode, (pressing both switches and releasing them to illuminate the MODE and BUSY LEDs, then pressing them again), a software reset is performed. All buffers are flushed; flow control flags are reset, and the unit restarts normal operation.

Printer Initialization Signal (Parallel Models Only)

At the completion of the power up test on parallel models, the INIT signal on the parallel interface is pulsed. This resets most printers.

Table 5. LED operation Display

Legend: M = Mode LED

D = Data LED

B = Busy LED

E = Error LED

 

● = LED on

 

O = LED off

 

☼ = LED flashing

 

 

 

X = may vary, described below

 

 

 

 

 

M

D

B

E

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

EXPLANATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

Note 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Note 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

X

O

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Note 3

X

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

Note 4

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

O

Note 5

O

O

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Note 6

Note 1: Normal operation - unit is idle. All LEDs off.

Note 2: Normal operation - unit handling data. Data LED is on when data being transmitted or received on the shared device. Busy LED is on when the shared device is busy. Error LED is on when a parallel unit has an Interface error. Port LEDs fash when connected to shared device; glow steadily when waiting for connection.

Note 3: Normal operation - unit in Row control display mode. Data LED operates as above. Busy LED lights when the shared device input buffer is full. Port LEDs light when the corresponding buffer is full. Note 4: Unit in configuration mode. Data LED lights in response to data input on Port 1.

Note 5: Unit is in configuration mode and the menu is in use.

Note 6: Buffer overflow has occurred. Port LEDs corresponding to overflowed ports will Rash rapidly in unison with the Error LED. Busy LED flashes in unison with the Error LED to indicate an overflow on the shared device's input buffer.

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Contents Installation Operations Manual Page Limited Warranty Table of Contents Features DisclaimerIntroduction First Steps Model Number and OptionsCaretaker Plus Front Panel Display Front Panel DisplayMode LPT1+COM1 Serial Set-Up for PCsSerial Set-up For Other Computers or Terminals Caretaker Plus Rear Panel Serial Model Mode LPT1,,P Parallel Set-UpCaretaker Plus Rear Panel Parallel Model Cabling ConfigurationParallel Cabling Serial CablingDisabled EnabledElectronics None DTRConfiguration Menu Items TimeoutProtocol Form Feed Disable Operator SwitchesInitialization String KeepExit Advanced FeaturesHelp Main Menu Unidirectional X-on/X-offAllow Timeout On Busy Ports Reverse Channel Data TimeoutFilter Characters Return To Previous MenuConfiguration Commands =DTR/DSR Protocol CommandParallel Enable Logic Command Initialization String CommandGrounding Operations Initial StateNormal Operation Buffer Characteristics Printer Initialization Signal Parallel Models OnlyUnit Software Reset Function ExplanationCopy CON COM1CR TimeoutInitialization String Adding More MemoryChanging the Serial Baud Rate Power Up Initial Display Program Checksum TestBuffer Memory Sizing and Read/Write Test Data LED, Busy LED, and Error LED Front Panel SwitchesBuffer Overflow Error Display Serial Models Only Static Ram Read/Write TestFlow Control Display Mode Serial Models Only Troubleshooting TroubleshootingII. Nothing happens when sending data III. Garbled data received at shared devicePorts do not time out Technical Support Maintenance and RepairDiagnostic Modes DiagnosticsRestore To Factory Default Short TestSerial Units Print Configuration/Test Pattern FunctionParallel Units NoneLong Test Without Loopback Long Test with Loopback Loopback Test ConnectorsAppendix a Serial Cabling AppendicesSerial Computers Serial PrintersAppendix B Pinout Specifications Pin Signal Name Acronym DescriptionC36F DB25 Pin Signal Name Port Description Appendix C MP1000 Memory Board Verification of Installation Installing the BoardAdding Chips to an Empty Board or Adding Additional Chips Once CompletedAppendix E General Specifications Appendix D Factory DefaultsPage Stancliff Road Phone 281 Houston, Texas

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