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CONFIGURE THE COMMUNICATIONS TAB
1. Connection Type: Specify the type of connection between the device driver and the switcher.
DIRECT SERIAL: The switcher or data translator is connected directly to the VMX300(-E) workstation using an RS-232 null modem
cable.
INTERNET PROTOCOL: The switcher or data translator is connected to the serial port on a networked device, such as a PelcoNet
device.
MODEM: This feature is reserved for future development.
2. Settings: Complete the instructions provided below for the appropriate connection type specified in Step 1. The settings must match the
settings specified within the switcher. Refer to the appropriate switcher installation/operation manual for information on switcher settings.
Direct Serial Settings
Figure 89. Communications Tab for Switcher Serial Settings
a. Select the COM port that the switcher or data translator is connected to from the drop-down box.
b. Select the appropriate baud rate and parity settings to match the settings specified in the switcher.
c. The remaining settings should specify 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no flow control.
d. Refer to Step 3 for instructions on completing the fields in the Miscellaneous section.
Internet Protocol Settings
Figure 90. Communications Tab for Switcher Internet Settings