Patton electronic 2703-X21 User Manual

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5.0 OPERATION

Once the Model 2703-X21 is properly configured and installed, it

should operate transparently. This sections describes power-up,
reading the LED status monitors, and using the built-in loopback test
modes.

5.1 POWER-UP

To apply power to the Model 2703-X21, first be sure that you have

read Section 3.3, and that the unit has the proper voltage setting and
fuse.

Failure to do so could result in damage to the unit and connected

equipment, and may constitute a fire hazard.

Having checked the

voltage setting, plug the AC power cord into both the Model 2703-X21
and the AC outlet. Then Power-up the unit using the rear Power switch.
Note: the “PWR” LED should glow when power is applied to the unit.

5.2 LED STATUS INDICATORS

The Model 2703-X21 features four front panel LEDs that indicate

the status of power, network connection, master clock and loopback
test. Figure 7 (below) shows the front panel location of each LED.
Following Figure 7 is a description of each LED’s function.

Power -

Glows red when the Model 2703-X21 is
powered up.

Network -

Glows green when the Model 2703-X21 is receiving
correctly encoded data from the line interface
equipment.

Master Clock-

Glows green when the Model 2703-X21 is
configured as the master clock unit.

Loop -

Glows green when the Model 2703-X21 is in
loopback mode.

5.3 LOOPBACK TEST (LAL)

The Model 2703-X21 is equipped with a Local Analog Loopback

(LAL) mode to assist in evaluating the operation of the local Model
2703-X21. Any data sent to the local Model 2703-X21 in this test mode
will be echoed (returned) back to the user device. For example,
characters typed on the keyboard of a terminal will appear on the
terminal screen. To perform a LAL test, follow these steps:

Activate LAL by moving the front panel toggle switch UP and

holding it in the “Loopback” mode. The “Loop” LED should glow. Once
LAL is activated, the Model 2703-X21 transmit output is connected to its
own receiver.

Note: The front panel switch is spring loaded, so it will return to

“Normal” operating mode when pressure is released. To put the Model
2703-X21 in

continual

loopback mode, for the purpose of performing a

BER test, move DIP switch S1-4 to the “ON” position (see Section 3.1).

Verify that the data terminal equipment is operating properly

and can be used for a test. If a fault is indicated, call a technician or
replace the unit.

C. Perform a BER (bit error rate) test on each unit. If the BER test

equipment indicates no faults, but the data terminal indicates a fault,
follow the manufacturer’s checkout procedures for the data terminal.
Also, check the interface cable between the terminal and the Model
2703-X21.

Model 2703

MegaLink-1 G.703/E1 Modem/Converter 2.048 Mbps

Power

Network Master

Clock

Test Modes

Loop

Loopback

Normal

Figure 7. Model 2703 Front Panel