Western Telematic IPS-15 User Manual

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4.3. Console Port Connection

The Console Port is a male, RS232C DB9 connector, wired in a DTE

configuration similar to an AT computer. The Console Port can be

connected to either an external modem or a local PC, but not both

items at the same time. Appendix A describes the Console Port

interface.

4.3.1.

Connecting a Local PC

When connecting the Console Port to a Local PC, note that the port

uses a DTE configuration. After the Local PC has been connected,

make certain to set the Serial Port Mode to "Console" as described

in Section 5.3.1.

4.3.2.

Connecting an External Modem

When connecting directly to an external modem, use a standard AT

to Modem cable. Make certain that the modem is initialized at the

same communications parameters as the IPS Console Port (default =

9600 bps, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit.) The modem must be set

to Auto-Answer, in one ring. Please refer to the modem user’s guide

for more information. Sections 5.3.1 describes the procedure for

defining modem command strings.

4.4. Connecting the Network Cable

The Network Port is an RJ45 Ethernet jack, for connection to a

TCP/IP network. Connect your 10Base-T cable to the Network Port.

Note that the IPS-15 features a default IP address

(192.168.168.168). When installing the IPS in a working network

environment, it is recommended to define network parameters as

described in Section 5.3.3.

Note: The IPS features a 10Base-T Interface. When

connecting to a 100Base-T interface, most router

switches will autosense to determine if the device is

100Base-T or 10Base-T, and then configure the

network interface accordingly. If your router switch

does not autosense, the network interface port must be

manually set to 10Base-T.

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IPS Internet Power Switch; User's Guide

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