Linear LIN-501C specifications Communicating with the Access Network, Overview, Network Issues

AM-SEK / LIN-501C Quick Start Guide

AM-SEK / LIN-501C Quick Start Guide

Communicating with the Access Network

Local Connecting with AccessBase2000

After opening the AccessBase2000 application, go to the network settings screen and set each active network to connect using the virtual COM port number (COM2 - COM8) that was setup to communicate with its LIN-501C module.

Local Connecting with AXNET

Create a Windows direct connect network when setting up for AXNET communications. Be sure to select the virtual COM port number assigned to the LIN-501C module for the “Communications Cable Between Two Computers” setting. Be sure to configure the port speed to 38400 bps.

Remote Connecting with AccessBase2000

After opening the AccessBase2000 application, go to the network settings screen and set each active network to connect using the virtual COM port number (COM2 - COM8) that was setup to communicate with the router’s external IP address and module’s public port number.

✓✓ NOTE: In existing installations, it is not recommended to connect with AccessBase2000 remotely on a separate setup PC. The installation’s database in the local PC could get overwritten, causing LOSS OF ALL CARDHOLDER DATA and other programming! Always backup installation data!

Remote Connecting with AXNET

Create a Windows direct connect network when setting up for AXNET communications. Be sure to select the virtual COM port number that was setup to communicate with the router’s external IP address and module’s public port number. Be sure to configure the port speed to 38400 bps. After the network connection is made and connected, use an Internet Web browser to connect to the AXNET panel.

LIN-501C General Specifications

Using Ping to Test IP Addresses

1.From the Windows START menu, select RUN.

2.Enter COMMAND (or CMD) into the OPEN: field and press OK. The DOS command prompt window will open.

3.To test an IP address enter PING and the IP address.

4.If the Ping command displays “Request timed out.” the IP address is not currently used. The address can be assigned to a LIN-501C module.

5.If the Ping command displays replies from the IP address, the address is already being used by a device and cannot be assigned to a LIN-501C module.

AM-SEK Kit Includes:

Software CD

& Quick Start

Guide

Power Adapter

Overview

The AM-SEK Kit includes a LIN-501C Serial-to-Ethernet Module that provides a standard network TCP/IP connection for Linear’s AM3Plus, AE1000Plus, and AE2000Plus access controllers. The module can be used as an alternative to a traditional telephone modem typically used for remote access to Plus panel controllers.

The LIN-501C module connects between the Plus panel’s RS‑232 Serial port and the installation’s Local Area Network (LAN). Access to the panel can be locally through the LAN or remotely from the Wide Area Network (WAN). Typically the module is connected to a port on a router located on the installation’s LAN.

In Plus panel networks, with multiple panels interconnected via RS‑485 wiring, the LN-501C module connects to Node #1 of an AXNET network, or Node #1 of any AccessBase2000 network.

The LIN-501C does not replace the RS-485 and modem connections in a multiple access panel network. It does enable using an Ethernet network connection (instead of a direct serial connection or modem) between a Windows PC and supported Linear access panels to access and configure the panels using AXNET and/or AccessBase2000 applications.

For easy configuration and setup, Windows® based software utilities are included on the installation CD. The utility software is used for setting up the LIN-501C module’s IP address and the computer’s virtual COM ports. The utility software is compatible with Windows XP®, Windows Vista®, and Windows 7®. To help with the module and router network configuration, a log sheet is provided to document the installation settings.

Network Issues

Computer network topologies range from simple to complex. These instructions outline installation for a basic local area network. Large and complex networks may require setup that is beyond the scope of these instructions. If setup issues arise while configuring the LIN-501C module, seek assistance from the IT professional responsible for maintaining the network.

Programming PC Overview

At the installation site, a programming PC needs to be connected to the Local Area Network. This PC can be a permanent one in the installation, or can be a temporary PC brought in by the installer.

Administrator access will be required to setup the virtual COM ports on the PC. The virtual COM ports are assigned the IP address and port number of each LIN-501C module.

If AccessBase2000 is used to manage the access network, it needs to be installed on the management PC. To avoid overwriting the installation’s database, don’t run AccessBase2000 remotely on a separate setup PC.

If AXNET is going to be used to manage the access network, the PC will use a Windows direct connect network connection to communicate with the access network. Refer to Page 5 of AXNET manual P/N 226505 for details on setting up the Windows direct connect network connection.

Module Installation

1.Mount the LIN-501C module in a secure and weather protected location.

2.Connect the modular jack end of the A2C-DB9 cable to the RS-232 Port of the Linear “Plus” panel.

3.Connect the DB9 connector end of the A2C-DB9 cable to the COM port on the LIN-501C module.

4.Connect a CAT-5 network cable between the LAN connector on the LIN-501C module and an open port on the Local Area Network’s router (300 foot cable length maximum).

5.Route the wire from the power supply and connect the power supply cable RED (+) and BLACK (-) terminals on the plug-in terminal block. Plug the terminal block into the module.

6.Repeat Steps 1-5 for each additional LIN-501C module installed for different access networks in the installation.

7.When power is applied, a module’s RUN indicator should light and the LAN indicator should flash.

✓✓ Note: LIN-501C Module is only available in the AM-SEK Kit and is not sold separately.

Power:  12 VDC from plug-in power supply (included), also supports a 5 volt DC redundant input from an external power supply

Network Connection:  100BASE-T RJ-45 connector Network Speed:  Fast Ethernet 10/100 Mbps

Serial Connection:  Male DB9 for connection with A2C/DB9 serial cable (included)

Serial Port Speed:  38.4 Kbps

Mounting:  DIN-rail or screw mounting

Dimensions (LIN-501C Module):  3-1/2” W x 3-3/4” H x 1” D

Weight:  6-1/2 ozs.

Serial Cable

LIN-501C

Serial-to-Ethernet

Module

			LOCAL AREA NETWORK
WIDE AREA NETWORK				4-PORT ROUTER		ACCESS CONTROL	ANY LINEAR "Plus"
				1 2 3 4
	INTERFACE			PORT PORT	PORT PORT	INSTALLATION SITE
		WAN	WAN				TELEPHONE ENTRY
	DEVICE						OR ACCESS CONTROL
							SYSTEM
						10/100 BASE-T
						ETHERNET
					CAT-5
	INTERNET						TO UP TO 7 MORE
ISP							PLUS PANELS ON AN
	SERVICE
					LIN-501C		AB2000 NETWORK
	PROVIDER
						LIN-501C	RS-485
					MODULE
							TO UP TO 3 MORE
							PLUS PANELS ON AN
	THE					RS-232	AXNET NETWORK
	INTERNET					A2C/DB9
						SERIAL
						CABLE
				LOCAL		POWER
			COMPUTER

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SUPPLY

TYPICAL INSTALLATION WITH THE LIN-501C MODULE FUNCTIONING AS THE

INTERFACE BETWEEN THE PLUS PANEL AND THE INSTALLATION'S LOCAL AREA NETWORK

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