Daktronics Venus 1500 Ver 1.x - Manual (Page 20)

Configuration
4-3
4.1.1.2 Dial Up Connection
A dial up connection uses a modem to communicate
with the sign or network. It is assumed a modem is
already installed and operating properly prior to
selecting a dial-up connection type. For more
information regarding modem installation, consult
the manual accompanying the modem or contact the
modem’s manufacturer.
1. To use this type of connection, click on Dial Up
in the Connection Type box. A dot will appear
in the box next to the word to indicate it has
been selected.
2. Use the mouse to click once in the Dialup
Number box. Enter the phone number of the
sign. The use of commas and dashes between
numbers are permissible but not necessary.
3. Next it is time to select the Communication Parameters. Click once on
the down arrow next to the Com Port box. A listing of valid ports (COM1
through COM9) will appear.
4. Select the required serial port for sign communications. (The default is
COM1.)
5. Click on to save the changes and return to the Configure
Communications window. [ CANCEL ] will abort the Configure Network
screen without saving any settings.
*Do not change the Baud Rate from 19,200 for standard sign types. Some
custom applications require other baud rates.
4.1.1.3 TCP/IP Connection
A TCP/IP network uses an Ethernet network and a serial server device to
establish a connection between the Venus 1500 and signs.
The TCP/IP Address is the
address of the serial server
device on the Ethernet
Network. If you are using a
Lantronix MSS1-T, this is
the address that was set on
the device when it was
configured. Refer to
Daktronics manual ED-
9623 for instructions on
configuring MSS1-T and
assigning a static IP
address.
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Note: This
address must match and be
configured on both the
Venus 1500 and the MSS1-T.
The Default Socket should always be checked
q when using the Lantronix
MSS1-T.