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Patton electronic 1185 User Manual

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4.0 INSTALLATION

Once the Model 1184 or 1185 is properly configured, it is ready to

connect to the fiber interface, to the serial port, and to the power
source. This section tells you how to make these connections.

4.1 CONNECTION TO THE FIBER INTERFACE

The Model 1184 supports communication between two terminal

equipment at distances to 3 miles (4.8km) and data rates to 128 kbps
(sync) or 19.4 kbps (async). Model 1185 also supports distances up
to 3 miles (4.8km), but at rates up to 256 kbps (sync) or 38.4 (async).
Figure 3 shows the position of the interface connectors on the Model
1184 or 1185 back panel.

These short range modems are designed to work in pairs. You will

need one at each end of single 50 or 62.5 micron multi-mode fiber
cable. The fiber cable connects to each Model 1184 or 1185 using
either an ST or an SMA connector. Figure 4 below shows a close-up of
both connector types.

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4.2 CONNECTION TO THE SERIAL PORT

The serial port interface on the Model 1184 and 1185 uses

interchangeable QuickConnect™ Modules. Each QuickConnect™
Module has a 50-pin card edge connector on one side and a serial port
interface on the other. Figure 2 below shows how a QuickConnect™
Module plugs into the back of the Model 1184/1185.

4.2.1 Changing QuickConnect™ Modules

When you purchase a particular version of the Model 1184 or

1185, it should be shipped to you with the appropriate QuickConnect™
Module already installed. If you need to install a different
QuickConnect™ Module, follow these steps:

Removing the Existing QuickConnect™ Module

1) Turn the power switch off. Leave the power cord plugged into a

grounded outlet to keep the unit grounded.

2) Loosen the two thumbscrews on the module by turning them

counterclockwise.

3) Grasp the two thumbscrews and gently pull the module from

the unit. Apply equal force to the thumbscrews to keep the
module straight during the removal process.

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0 OFF

1 ON

Line

Interface Port

Figure 5. Installation of Model 1184/1185 Plug-in Serial Interface Module

ST

SMA

Figure 4.

Close-up of ST and SMA Connectors

Figure 3. Rear Panel of Model 1184/1185, Showing Interface and Power Connectors

Line

1 On

0 Off

Interface Port

Quik-Connect

Interface Module

Fiber

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