Interlogix VEREX Director - Manual (Page 223)

21-0381E v4.9.1 Welcome Report Control Admin Sys Config Tech-Ref 215
 Location 
Settings pertaining to the location of
the panel(s), plus the local time zone
for the specific location. Tip: The
Time Zone setting causes any panel
clock updates to be adjusted
accordingly.
 Connection 
These settings pertain to panel
communications sessions that are initiated
by the software.
- Communication Pool: The serial
cable or modem(s) that can be used
when communicating with specific panel(s) from
the PC. For details on setting up
communication pools, refer to "Communication
Pools for System Panels".
- PC Connection Type: The type of PC-to-panel
connection:
+ Direct Cable Connection: A direct connection (RS-
232 or RS-485);
+ Regular Modem: A 56K modem installed at the PC
and panel(s);
+ Bell 103: A 56K modem installed at the PC,
connecting through the built-in dialler (300 baud
modem).
Note: Due to speed considerations, the "Bell 103"
setting (300 baud) is supported only in smaller
systems ("Feature Set" 1, 2, or 3: Single-panel
account, with up to 300 users). Setting the 'Feature
Set' parameter: Account-Wide Panel Settings
(Feature-Set, Service PIN, etc.)
+ IP Connections: Secure and regular IP
connections are also supported.
More: "IP Connectivity"
+ World-Wide Modems: Modular plug-in modems
where supported by the main panel. These
modems are 2400 baud, with support for various
world-wide standards. Note: for proper operation,
the panel location must be identified correctly. Tip:
Go to: "System, Communication,

Configuration", and ensure the 'On-board Modem'
and 'Country ID' are set correctly.
Related: Configuration, System,

Communication, Configuration
- Speed (for a direct-cable connection): This is
the speed at which the system will attempt to
communicate with the panel(s).
- Telephone Number (for a modem connection):
This is the phone number to dial when initiating
a communications session with the specific
panel(s).
This phone number can include numeric digits only,
plus commas--to insert brief pauses if necessary.
When You Select a Panel Group (under Configuration)
Quick Tip: "Logical tree View" must not be in effect.