Nortech Systems Adept RS-232/TERM - Manual (Page 48)

Chapter 3 - SmartController Operation
48 Adept SmartController User’s Guide, Rev. E
Text Interface Using a Terminal
With an Adept SmartController system that does not have the graphical user interface, the
customer must supply the terminal and cable to interface to the controller. The terminal
must be a Wyse Model 60 or 75 with an ANSI keyboard, or a compatible terminal. You
may also use a computer with suitable terminal-emulation software. For DOS or
Windows-compatible computers, the programs “ProcommPlus” or “Procomm for
Windows” (available from many computer stores) include software emulation for the
Wyse-75. The HyperTerminal terminal-emulation program included with Windows can
also be used.
This type of interface is not suitable for any graphics-based programming, graphics-based
application programs such as AIM, or SmartController CX systems equipped with the
vision option.
Recommended Terminal for Text-Based Systems
The recommended text-based terminal for use with the Adept SmartController is the
Wyse WY-60. You must also specify the Wyse ANSI/VT100 style keyboard (Wyse p/n
900127-02 or 900128-02). Note: The WY-60 is also available with ASCII and IBM Enhanced
PC keyboards. These are not Adept-compatible. You must make sure you order the correct
keyboard. The WY-60 is available in both 220V and 110V versions.
Installation Procedure
1. Make sure the controller is turned off before making any connections.
2. Verify that the voltage range marked on the terminal is compatible with your local
voltage source. Connect the AC power cord to the terminal, then plug it into an
appropriate voltage source.
3. Connect a suitable serial cable between the terminal and the RS-232/Term
connector on the Adept SmartController. (If you need to fabricate this cable, see
page 44 for the RS-232 pin description.)
4. If the terminal is a Wyse 60, use the setup mode to set the personality to
“WY-75”. If you are using terminal-emulation software on a computer, set the
software to “WY-75” emulation. If “WY-75” is not available, try “VT102” or
“VT100” (you will not be able to use all of the function keys).
5. Set the terminal baud rate to 9600, the default rate for the Adept system. To
change the baud rate, refer to the information on CONFIG_C in the Instructions
for Adept Utility Programs .