Western Telematic IPS-15 - Manual (Page 25)

3. Password Prompt: The IPS will display a prompt, which
asks for your name and password.
a) User Name: If you have not previously defined a user
name, then this field should be left blank. A user name is
only required when one has been defined via the General
Parameters menu.
b) Password: Key in your System Password or User
Password and then click "OK".
c) If the System Password has not been defined, simply click
the "OK" button without keying in a name or password.
If a valid password is entered, the Plug Status Screen will appear.
5.2.2. Accessing the Text Interface
The Text Interface can be accessed via Network, modem or local PC.
In order to access the Text Interface, your installation must include
the following:
· Access Via Network: The IPS Master Unit must be connected
to your TCP/IP Network, and your PC must include a
communications program (such as Hyperterminal.)
· Access Via Modem: An external modem must be connected to
the IPS Master Unit's Console Port, and a phone line must be
connected to the external modem. Your PC Must include a
communications program.
· Access Via Local PC: Your local PC Must be connected to the
IPS Master Unit's Console Port. The local PC must include a
communications program.
To access command mode via the Text Interface, proceed as follows:
1. The IPS is transparent to parity and will accept 7 or 8 bit
characters, but will always answer back at 8 bits, no parity.
Make certain your communication program is set for the
appropriate baud rate, bits, parity and Comm Port.
a) Via Modem: Start your communications program. Dial
the external modem connected to the IPS. Wait for the
Connect message, then proceed to Step 2.
b) Via Local PC: Start your communications program and
press [Enter]. Wait for the connect message, then
proceed to Step 2.
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Section 5: Configuration