APC VS 50, VS 100 user manual Controller without Display, Operation Using the RS-232 Comm Port

6.5. Controller without Display

This controller does not have a built in display and keypad. It does not use the fifth rectifier slot. All parameter changes or viewing of status is made either locally using a PC or remotely by interface to the network management card. Refer to Figure 6.5-1 for the front panel layout.

Figure 6.5-1 Magnum VS Controller without Display

6.6. Operation Using the RS-232 Comm Port

The front panel DB-9 connector provides a means to connect a PC to the controller locally to set controller parameters and to view status. To connect to this port use a straight through cable such as APC part number 0129-XX. A 0129-6 is included with this manual. . Refer to the Network Management Card Quick Start Manual or the User's Guide supplied on the CD shipped with the system for details on how to communicate to the controller using a terminal emulation

program like HyperTerminal(TM) or Procomm(TM

NOTE: The smart-signaling cable (940-0024 or 940-1524) referenced in the Quick Start Manual and User's Guide does not apply to the Magnum VS. Use a straight through cable such as APC part number 0129-XX. A 0129-6 is included with this manual.

Communication to the controller through the local serial port is accomplished via the network management card's Control Console interface. This is a simple text based menu interface.

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