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CMS-6R4 Series - User’s Guide

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Figure 5.2: Main Status Screen - Text Interface

5.2.2.Accessing the Text Interface

The Text Interface can be accessed via Network, modem or local PC. In order to access the Text Interface, your installation must include the following:

•Access Via Network: The CMS-6R4 must be connected to your TCP/IP Network, and your PC must include a communications program (such as Hyperterminal™.)

•Access Via Modem: A phone line must be connected to the CMS-6R4's Modem Port. Your PC Must include a communications program (such as Hyperterminal™.)

•Access Via Local PC: Your local PC must be connected to a CMS-6R4 RS232 COM Port. The local PC must include a communications program (such as Hyperterminal™.)

To access command mode via the Text Interface, proceed as follows:

1.The CMS-6R4 is transparent to parity and will accept 7 or 8 bit characters, but will always answer back at 8 bits, no parity. Make certain your communication program is set for the appropriate baud rate, bits, parity and Communications Port.

a)Via Modem: Start your communications program. Dial the number for the line connected to the CMS-6R4's Phone Line port. Wait for the Connect message, then proceed to Step 2.

b)Via Local PC: Start your communications program and press [Enter]. Wait for the connect message, then proceed to Step 2.

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