CANOGA PERKINS 2361 T1 Modem - Manual (Page 36)

The EdgeAccess Universal Chassis System
2361 Modem Users Manual 4-8
4.4.2 Setting Functional Configuration
To set Framing Pattern, Line Coding, and Line Length, do the following:
1. From the Main Menu, type "1" and press Enter, to open the System Configurationscreen.
2. Type "2," and press Enter. The Functional Configuration Screen appears. From this screen,
parameters can be set for the modem in the current chassis, its remote partner, and other
modems in a redundant configuration, if applicable.
3. Type "1" to set the Framing Pattern.
4. Type "2" to set Line Coding.
5. Type "3" to specify Line Length.
Figure 27. The Functional Configuration Screen
The Functional Configuration screen also reports ELIM Impedance and Electrical Receiver gain
status, which is helpful in determining adequate signal at the electrical interface. If a low-signal
situation exists, such as can be caused by excessive line length between hardware or inadequate
transmission output, this status screen provides useful information.
4.4.3 Setting up and Configuring Modem Alarms
If a condition such as a Loss of Signal or Configuration Error causes an alarm, the alarm is sent to
the Chassis Interconnect Module (CIM), an optional alarm-aggregating component of the UCS.
Through alarm relay contacts, the CIM routes the alarm to a shop audio or visual alarm. This is
ideal for notifying personnel not in the immediate area of the UCS of a condition that needs
attention. There are two types of alarms: Major and Minor. Please see the CIM users manual for
specifics.
Alarms are configured via the System Configuration Menu. This menu allows the operator to
specify Major / Minor / Off settings for each alarm condition. To set Modem Alarms, do the
following: