Specifications

October 8, 2003 Networking Alpha Signs (9700-0112C)

6 Network overview

Modem network

This configuration connects signs to a PC through a modem. It is used when the signs and the PCs are a great

distance from each other.

Mixed network

A mixed network involves a combination of two or more network types. In the configuration below, a PC

connects to one sign by a modem and additional signs through a serial cable:

In this configuration, a PC on a LAN is connected to an outdoor sign through a wireless network:

Alpha sign

RS232

RS485

LAN

Alpha sign