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Chapter 4: SETUP SOFTWARE

Chapter 4: SETUP SOFTWARE

Introduction

The 232BSS4 comes with simple setup software for configuring the switch. The software can be run on any PC compatible computer running Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, XP or Vista operating system.

Once the switch is configured, all parameters are saved in non-volatile memory so the switch can be powered down and used anywhere without the loss of configuration data. Configurations can also be saved to a file for setting up more than one switch to the same configuration.

Connection

A serial (COM) port of the computer should be connected to the Master port of the 232BSS4. If the computer’s serial port is a 25 pin D-sub, a straight through connection cable is required. If the computer’s serial port is a 9-pin D-sub, the cable should be an XT to AT adapter cable such as B&B’s model 232CAM, or a cable that would normally be used with a modem. See Appendix B for a complete set of connection tables to the 232BSS4 ports.

Remove the screws (4) on the bottom of the 232BSS4 with a Phillips screwdriver. Remove the top cover. Install the setup jumper marked JP1. See Figure 4.1 for a diagram of the PCBD. Power up the 232BSS4 with the setup jumper installed to put the switch in setup mode. The setup software can not recognize the switch if the setup jumper is not installed or if the jumper is installed after the unit is powered up. Remove the setup jumper when configuration is complete to put the 232BSS4 in normal operating mode.

Figure 4.1 Setup Jumper Location

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Contents

of domestic and imported parts by Buffered Smart SwitchModel 232BSS4 This product designed and manufactured in Ottawa, Illinois USAPage APPENDIX C BLOCK DIAGRAM Table of ContentsCHAPTER 4 SETUP SOFTWARE APPENDIX B CABLE CHARTS Documentation Number 232BSS4-2907m Documentation Number 232BSS4-2907m Chapter 1 - Introduction Default Parameters Specifications 3. 2 3.5 floppy disks Checklist1. RS-232 Buffered Smart Switch model 232BSS4 2. Instruction Manual The following equipment should be in the shipping carton Documentation Number 232BSS4-2907m Symbols and Conventions LED IndicatorsChapter 2 OPERATION Port Configurations Smart Switch Only Mode DescriptionOptions Command Explanation Command SummaryThree Character Command Format Four Character Command Format Commands Select Port A to transmit and receive - “A” VB Example Table 2.2 Send Only and Clear Buffer Control Characters Table 2.3 - Timer Values commands and the Master can initiate the next communications sequence Auto Select/Smart Switch Mode Inactivity Time Figure 2.1. Multiple Terminals to a Host Controller Using the 232BSS4 as a Buffered Splitter/Combiner Figure 2.2. Back to Back Operation Back to Back Operation mux/demux Figure 2.3. Expanding the Number of Slave Ports Cascading Multiple Switches Slave Devices that Automatically Send their Data Slave Devices that Require Polling 25 Pin DCE Chapter 3 PORT CONNECTIONSDTE/DCE Explanation 25 Pin DTE Slave Port Connections Master Port Connections Chapter 4 SETUP SOFTWARE IntroductionConnection Double Click ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS Software InstallationSoftware Uninstall Select SETTINGS, CONTROL PANEL from the Windows START menu Single Unit Main Screen Setup Tutorial 26Documentation Number 232BSS42907 Manual Back to Back Main Screen 28Documentation Number 232BSS42907 Manual Default Parameters Copying Parameters Between Switches Documentation Number 232BSS42907 Manual Appendix A ASCII Character Codes DECIMAL to HEX to ASCII CONVERSION TABLEASCII Appendix A Chart B.2. DTE PC DB9 Connector to Master Port Appendix B Cable ChartsPins 6, 8, & 20 looped back internally on the 232BSS4 Chart B.1. DTE PC DB25 Connector to Master Port Appendix B Cable Charts Pins 6, 8, & 20 looped back internally on the 232BSS4 Chart B.3. DCE Modem DB25 Connector to Master PortChart B.4. DCE Modem DB9 Connector to Master Port Chart B.7. Ports A - D DTE to DCE Modem DB25 Connector Pins 1, 4, & 6 looped back internally on the 232BSS4Chart B.5. Ports A - D DTE to DTE PC DB25 Connector Chart B.6. Ports A - D DTE to DTE PC DB9 Connector Chart B.8. Ports A - D DTE to DCE Modem DB9 Connector Pins 1, 4, & 6 looped back internally on the 232BSS4 Documentation Number 232BSS42907 Manual UART UART Appendix C Block DiagramMASTER UART Documentation Number 232BSS42907 Manual DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Appendix D Declaration of Conformity