Auto-Zone Control Systems CommLink 5 Technical Guide, Installation Instructions for the CommLink 5 Communications Interface (Version 01G) - Manual (Page 3)

CommLink 5 Technical Guide
3 Operator Interface
CommLink 5 Overview
The OE361-13 CommLink 5 is used to transfer communications
between controllers or local loops on your control system. It can also
be used as an interface for connection of a computer to your system.
The CommLink 5 provides communication with the control system
through any computer that is running Prism 2 software. For remote
communications, an IP Module Kit can be installed for LAN and
Internet connections.
Optional IP Module Kit
The OE415-02 IP Module Kit, when installed and confi gured in
the CommLink 5 communication interface, provides TCP IP In-
ternet and/or intranet connection for Ethernet networked computer
systems, allowing them to communicate with your control system.
The OE415-02 IP Module Kit consists of the IP Module and a 10
ft. long CAT5 Ethernet crossover cable.
Using standard TCP/IP Protocol, with WattMaster’s Prism 2 soft-
ware, you are able to monitor and confi gure your controllers without
a modem or a direct connection from a PC. Utilizing existing rout-
ers, proxies, or fi rewalls allows a PC running Prism 2 to connect to
a controller in a remote accessible location or building. Several IP
connection profi les can be created to facilitate monitoring several
CommLink 5’s with IP Module Kits installed on individual sites.
Installing CommLink 5 ONLY
When you are using the CommLink 5 in an application without a
computer or IP Module, follow Steps 1 & 2 in the Quick Guide on
page 4.
WARNING: If you are replacing an earlier version of the
CommLink with a CommLink 5, be aware that the polarity
of the terminal block is reversed on the CommLink 5 from all
previous models. You must always confi rm that the polarity is
correct when wiring 24 VAC power to the CommLink power
terminal block or serious damage to the product will result.
NOTE: Please note, the R(+) and T(-) terminals on the
communications terminal block are reversed from all previous
versions of the CommLink.
System Requirements
To program the CommLink 5 to work with Prism 2, you will need:
Standard Items (Required)
• CommLink 5 with USB cable and power adapter
• A PC with an Ethernet communications port or USB
port (supplied by others)
• USB drivers on CD-ROM (supplied and also
downloadable from any of our websites)
• Microsoft Windows ® XP, Vista, 7, or 8 (must be installed
on the PC you are going to use)
• Prism 2 software, version 4.0.3 or later (can be
downloaded from any of our websites)
Optional Items
• IP Module Kit that comes with Ethernet RJ-45
Crossover CAT 5, 10 ft. long cable for LAN, and Internet
remote
communications
• MiniLink, MiniLink PD, or MinkLink PD 5
General Information
Revised: 11/6/12