Contents

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Introduction

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2

Getting Started

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2.1

Achieving the Best Performance

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3

Overview

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Your FC-5 Protocol Translator

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Configuring the Kramer FC-5 Manager Software

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5.1

Installing and Running the Kramer FC-5 Manager Software

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5.2

Using the Translation List Window

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5.3

Connecting a PC (CONFIG Port)

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5.4

Setting the DIP-Switches

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5.5

Assigning the Translation List Driver Commands

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Using the FC-5

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6.1

Transmitting Commands via a PC or Remote Controller

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6.2

Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure

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6.3

Transmitting Commands via the Relays

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6.4

Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure and Relays

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7

Upgrading the FC-5 Firmware

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7.1

Downloading from the Internet

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7.2

Connecting the PC to the RS-232 CONFIG Port

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7.3

Upgrading Firmware

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8

Technical Specifications

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Figures

Figure 1: FC-5 Protocol Translator

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Figure 2: FC-5 Underside

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Figure 3: Port Selection Window

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Figure 4: Translation List Window

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Figure 5: New/Open File Menu Command Dialog Box

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Figure 6: New Command Window

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Figure 7: Edit Command Window

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Figure 8: Remove Command Prompt

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Figure 9: Connecting a PC

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Figure 10: Crossed Cable RS-232 Connection

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Figure 11: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter

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Figure 12: Translation Set DIP-Switches

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Figure 13: Transmitting Commands via a PC or Remote Controller

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Figure 14: Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure

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Figure 15: Transmitting Commands via the Relays

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Figure 16: Relay Pinout

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Figure 17: Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure and Relays

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Figure 18: The JTG Sender Window

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