Introduction to the Basic Encoder
Page 1-16 Instruction Manual: evolution 5000 E57xx DSNG and DENG Voyager Encoder
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1.4 Guided Tour

1.4.1 Enclosure

There are two sizes of enclosure, 1U and 2U versions. The enclosure is
used as a stand-alone unit. All inputs and outputs are via rear panel
connectors.

1.4.2 The User Interface

The Encoder itself provides no contro ls at the rear panel bu t there is a
display and keypad at the front panel. All connectors are provided at the
rear panel. Control and monitoring may be performed in a variety of ways
(see Section 1.3.7, Control and Monitoring). Once configured, the system
runs without the need for further intervention unless system configuration
requirements change.

1.4.3 Front Panel Description

Front Panel Display, Navigation Keys, Softkeys, Keyboard

The 1U Encoder provides navigation keys to access and input data. The
2U Encoder provides a keypad and softkeys to access and input data.
There are two LED indicators, located on the left of the front panel (see
Figure 1.7 and Figure 1.9).
The front panel display and navigation keys/softkeys/keyboard are used as
a local control metho d to set up and configure the Encoder (see Chapter 4,
Operating the Equipment Locally). They can also be used as quick method
for accessing the status of the equipment.
Table 1.7: Front Panel Indicators
Indicator Colour Description
Alarm Red This LED is lit when an alarm condition has been detected by the Encoder.
Power Green This LED is lit when power is being received by the Encoder.
Figure 1.7: 1U Encoder Front Panel Indicators
Navigation
keys, to select
options
Alarm
Power
Enter
Cancel