Chapter 9: using console mode, Onsole, Etup – B&B Electronics ESP902 - Manual User Manual
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Using Console Mode
Manual Documentation Number: ESP901-902_5012m
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Before the
Serial Server
is installed on a LAN the
Console Mode
can
be used to change the settings from the defaults. The
Serial Server
is
shipped in the
RS-232 Mode
.
Connect a crossover (null modem) cable
between the COM port on the computer and the appropriate serial port
on the
Serial Server
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See Chapter 5 for details of each Server Property Settings.
Console Mode Setup
Step 1: Apply power to the
Serial Server
. The power and ready LED
will light.
Step 2: Using a VT100 Terminal emulation program (typically
HyperTerminal
in Windows) open the computer COM port
connected to the
Serial Server
(via an RS-232 crossover
cable).
Step 3: In the HyperTerminal
Port Settings
window set:
o Baud rate: 9600
o Data bits: 8
o Parity: None
o Stop bits: 1
o Flow control: None
Click
OK
Step 4: Ensure all the DIP switches are in the ON position.
Step 5: To view the
Configuration Menu
, press the
space bar
. The
menu will appear within a few seconds.