8-4 SYSTEM FUNCTIONS
hHOT TIP!
This port is configured as DTE, not DCE. This means pins 2 and 3 are wired like a
computer instead of as a modem. You can plug in a standard modem, set for
auto-answer, to remotely control ZephyrExpress for automated remote
broadcasts.
If you want to connect directly to a computer, you’ll need a null modem (a
molded plug/jack with crossed wires, available from computer stores) or will
want to wire a cable like this, using DB-9 connectors:
ZephyrExpress signal Computer
pin 5 ground pin 5
pin 2 <<< data pin 3
pin 3 data >>> pin 2

Communicating

ZephyrExpress speaks standard ASCII text at the selected baud rate.
When you first turn on ZephyrExpress’ power, it sends the message:
Hello world!!
ZephyrExpress V1.2.1/2.36, 16.07.1998 12:39:42
Copyright 1997 TLS Corp. All rights reserved.
Current time is 30.03.1999 15:46:10
The V1.2.1/2.36, 16.07.1998 12:39:42 refers to the software version and when
it was compiled, not the current date and time.
cDOCUMENTATION NOTE!
In this manual, we’ll use Courier Regular to indicate text ZephyrExpress is
sending to you.
We’ll use Courier Bold to indicate text you type into your computer and
send to ZephyrExpress. A paragraph mark () indicates you should press the
enter or return key.
After a few seconds, you’ll see the ZephyrExpress system prompt:
>>
If you do not get any text, the problem is probably:
• The cable.
• The terminal program itself. Does it work in other communications setups?