Gasboy CFN Series Site Controller III Start-up - Manual (Page 75)

MDE-4793A CFN Series Site Controller III Start-up Manual for CFN III Versions 3.5 and above · November 2008 Page 69
Communication Tests
11 – Communication Tests
To perform the communications tests, proceed as follows:
1 Verify if the external communication devices are located in the proper environment as
described below.
Remote Terminal
When a remote terminal is used with the system it should be located in a clean, office-type
environment. It should not be installed over a hazardous location. CRTs/data terminals
supplied by GASBOY have an operative temperature range of 32
o F to 104 o F. Locating the
terminal in a dirty environment may cause premature failures.
Modem
When a modem is used with the system, the modem should be located in an office-type
environment. If this is not possible, it should be housed in a protective enclosure with
ventilation. It should not be installed over a hazardous location. External modems supplied by
GASBOY have an operative temperature range of 32
o F to 104 o F.
2 Verify if the cables for the communication ports meet the installation requirements listed in
the Installation Manual.
Ports (1, 4, 5, 6, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5, COM6, and LPT1)
Ports 1, 4, 5, and 6 are general purpose RS-232 ports that will work with various external
devices such as a direct pump interface, Hayes-compatible modem (for bank interface), or
logger. These ports are configured using site configuration program SYS_PAR. COM1 may
be connected to a mouse. LPT1 may be used with a parallel log printer. On the SC III/POS
WS, LPT1 is connected to the receipt printer; COM2 to the POS DBox.
Power
The AC power for all equipment must be supplied by the AC Surge Protector Outlet Strip (on
a separate dedicated circuit breaker). The Profit Point and its accessories must be powered
from another AC Surge Protector Outlet Strip.
Note: All conduit, system and pump/dispenser wiring must be installed according to the
specifications detailed in the SC III Installation Manual.
3 Test the communication ports by testing the following attached devices. The required tests will
vary according to the type of devices connected to the ports and the ports used. When testing
the ports, the actual equipment and communication lines that will be used at the site should be
used in the test whenever possible. It is recommended that a log printer always be connected
so that transactions can be logged as they occur.
4 Verify if the following are connected and working.
• Mouse
• Keyboard
• Monitor