Configuring the Controller

Table 3-3. SW1 Settings

Row #

SW 1

SW 2

SW 3

SW 4

Interpretation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

ON

ON

ON

ON

No auto boot, all other settings per CompactFlash

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

OFF

ON

ON

ON

No auto boot, user interface via serial port

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

ON

ON

OFF

ON

No auto boot, user interface via Ethernet

AdeptWindows (use IP address in CompactFlash)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

No auto boot, user interface via Ethernet

AdeptWindows (use default IP address)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

Operation per CompactFlash and NVRAM settings

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: SW1 is configured by Adept to a default configuration listed in row #5 of Table 3-3(OFF-OFF-OFF-OFF) to use the CompactFlash and NVRAM settings. Adept recommends that the user maintain this default SW1 configuration for normal SmartController operation. The default NVRAM settings are auto boot, ethernet, and use default IP address. The use of any settings other than those in Table 3-3will cause unpredictable results.

NOTE: The default IP address for the controller is located on a label on the bottom side of the controller chassis.

AdeptWindows PC Graphical User Interface

When using the AdeptWindows graphical user interface, DIP switch SW1 cannot be set to the switch settings shown in row #2 of Table 3-3.

CAUTION: Adept strongly recommends using shielded Ethernet cables to connect the SmartController to an Ethernet network. Use only switches (not hubs) that provide shielded RJ-45 connectors. Adept cannot ensure reliable operation of the Ethernet connection without proper shielding of all the Ethernet connectors and cables.

NOTE: Adept recommends using switches instead of hubs when making Ethernet connections to the controller. When connecting to a switch, use a straight-through cable that connects the “Transmit” and the “Receive” pairs to the same pins on both ends of the cable. When connecting to a server/PC directly, use a cross-over cable that swaps the placement of the transmit and receive pairs on the opposite ends.

ASCII Terminal

When using an ASCII Terminal or terminal-emulation software as the user interface, DIP switch SW1 must be set to the switch settings shown in row #2 of Table 3-3.

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RS-422/485, XSYS, XUSR, RS-232/TERM specifications

Nortech Systems offers a comprehensive suite of serial communication solutions, including RS-232/TERM, XUSR, XSYS, and RS-422/485 interfaces. These products are designed to facilitate reliable and high-speed data transmission in various industrial applications, making them essential for connecting devices in automation, telecommunications, and data acquisition systems.

The RS-232/TERM interface is a widely adopted standard for serial communication, known for its simplicity and robustness. It supports point-to-point communication over relatively short distances, typically up to 50 feet. Key features include a maximum baud rate of up to 115.2 kbps, error-checking capabilities, and a straightforward connection process, making it ideal for connecting peripheral devices like printers, modems, and barcode scanners.

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XSYS is designed for more complex applications and supports advanced communication features such as multi-drop configurations, enabling it to connect multiple devices on a single bus. This makes it suitable for extensive industrial networks where space and wiring complexity need to be minimized. Synchronous and asynchronous data transfer modes ensure that the XSYS is adaptable for both real-time data collection and standard command-response applications.

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