Connect Tech Inc. “Industrial Strength Communications” Intellicon-NT960/PCI Intelligent Serial Communications Subsystem User Manual Connect Tech Inc 42 Arrow Road Guelph, Ontario N1K 1S6 Tel: 519-836-1291 800-426-8979 Fax: 519-836-4878 Email: sales@connecttech.com URL: http://www.connecttech.com CTIM-00008, Revision 0.02, January 7 2003 Part Number: MAN062 Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
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FCC/DOC Certification iii CLASS A COMPUTING DEVICE Intellicon-NT960/PCI, ACM/16, ACM/Flex16, ACM/16RJ FCC This equipment complies with the requirements in Part 15 of FCC Rules for a Class A computing device. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause unacceptable interference to radio and TV reception requiring the operator to take whatever steps are necessary to correct the interference.
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Contents v Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Introduction ........................................................................................... 1-1 Manual Overview .................................................................................. 1-2 Conventions & Symbols .............................................................. 1-3 Product Overview.................................................................................. 1-4 Intellicon-NT960/PCI Host Adapter ...................
vi Contents Chapter 4: Appendices Appendix A: Specifications................................................................... 4-1 NT960/PCI Host Adapter............................................................. 4-1 Processor ............................................................................ 4-1 Memory .............................................................................. 4-1 PCI Bus Interface ............................................................... 4-1 Operating Environment ..
Contents vii Chapter 4: Appendices (continued) Appendix F: SLIM Insertion/Removal ................................................ 4-26 ACM/Flex16 back cover removal .............................................. 4-27 SLIM insertion........................................................................... 4-28 SLIM removal............................................................................ 4-29 Appendix G: Factory Settings .............................................................
viii Contents List of Figures Figure 1: NT960/PCI Host Adapter....................................................... 1-5 Figure 2: ACM/16 module .................................................................... 1-6 Figure 3: ACM/16RJ module ................................................................ 1-8 Figure 4: ACM/Flex16 module ........................................................... 1-10 Figure 5: Intellicon-NT960/PCI - 32 port configuration......................
Chapter 1: Introduction Introduction ........................................................................................... 1-1 Manual Overview .................................................................................. 1-2 Conventions & Symbols .............................................................. 1-3 Product Overview.................................................................................. 1-4 Intellicon-NT960/PCI Host Adapter ............................................
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Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1 Introduction This section contains an overall description of the Intellicon-NT960/PCI manual, the Intellicon-NT960/PCI product, Connect Tech technical services, Return Merchandise Authorization and warranty repair policies. The organization of the information is as follows: Manual Overview - describes the structure of the manual and the conventions the manual uses. Product Overview - describes the Intellicon-NT960/PCI, its features and specifications.
1-2 Chapter 1: Introduction Manual Overview The purpose of the Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual is to help you install the Intellicon-NT960/PCI subsystem as effortlessly as possible. The manual includes four main sections: Introduction - the section you are currently reading, covers the Intellicon-NT960/PCI features; Connect Tech's customer services; and return merchandise authorization (RMA) policies and procedures.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-3 Conventions & Symbols This manual uses the following conventions: In most cases the font for file names and command statements is 9 point Arial Narrow Bold. An example is: DEVICE=NT960.SYS a=D000 p=300 n=1 i=3 d=COM Note: the "Note" convention informs you of important messages, exceptions, or special cases. Example: the "Example" convention outlines hardware and software installation examples.
1-4 Chapter 1: Introduction Product Overview The Intellicon-NT960/PCI is a high performance intelligent multi-port subsystem that allows you to connect up to 128 serial devices through one expansion slot.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-5 Figure 1 shows the locations of various hardware components of the NT960/PCI Host Adapter. Figure 1: NT960/PCI Host Adapter DIP Sw itch SW1 CPLD P3 1MB SRAM DB37 Connector Intel i960 Processor PCI Bridge Intellicon-NT960/PCI ACM/16 The ACM/16 (Asynchronous Communication Module) is an external module that connects to the NT960/PCI Host Adapter via a high speed 37 pin external bus cable. Figure 2 shows a top view of the ACM/16.
1-6 Chapter 1: Introduction Up to eight ACM/16's, ACM/16RJ’s and/or ACM/Flex16’s can connect to an Intellicon-NT960/PCI Host Adapter providing up to 128 serial ports. Figure 2: ACM/16 module External power supply Power in connector Power LED 1 3 2 4 5 7 Power 6 ACM/16 address switch Power out connector Activity Address 8 Traffic 9 11 10 12 13 15 14 16 Activity LED Traffic LED DB37 bus connector Intellicon-NT960 Connect Tech Inc. Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-7 Intellicon-NT960/PCI ACM/16RJ The ACM/16RJ (Asynchronous Communication Module) is an external module that connects to the NT960/PCI Host Adapter via a high speed 37 pin external bus cable. Figure 3 shows a top view of the ACM/16RJ. The ACM/16RJ offers the following features: 16 asynchronous RS-232-C serial ports 16 RJ-45 (8 pin) connectors Four CLCD1400 RISC-like quad UARTS c/w 12 bytes of receive and 12 bytes of transmit FIFO for each port.
1-8 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 3: ACM/16RJ module External power supply Power-in connector PWR-IN Power-out connector PWR-OUT 1 3 2 4 5 6 Power LED 7 8 1 2 7 3 6 5 4 Address Power Activity Traffic 8 Activity LED ACM/16RJ Address switch 9 11 10 12 13 15 14 16 Intellicon NT960 Connect Tech Inc Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-9 Intellicon-NT960/PCI ACM/Flex16 The ACM/Flex16 (Asynchronous Communication Module) is an external module that connects to the NT960/PCI Host Adapter via a high speed 37 pin external bus cable. Figure 4 shows a top view of the ACM/Flex16.
1-10 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 4: ACM/Flex16 module External power supply Power out connector Power in connector 1 2 16 SLIM Type SLIM Type 3 15 14 Power LED 4 13 Power ACM/16 address switch Activity Address Traffic 12 5 Activity LED 6 SLIM Type SLIM Type 11 Traffic LED 7 10 8 9 DB37 bus connector Intellicon NT960 Connect Tech Inc. Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-11 The Intellicon-NT960/PCI subsystem can accommodate both small and large multi-channel applications. The NT960/PCI Host Adapter can connect up to eight ACM/16, ACM/16RJ and/or ACM/Flex16 modules for a total of 128 ports. Figure 5 below represents a sample configuration for a system requiring 32 ports.
1-12 Chapter 1: Introduction Intellicon-NT960/PCI Software The NT960/PCI ships with software device drivers. These device drivers provide support for multi-port serial communications with different operating systems without the need for programming. See Chapter 3: Software Installation for driver installation instructions for the different operating systems.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-13 Figure 6: Problem summary sheet Problem Description Connect Tech Product Description Product: Revision no.: Product serial no.: No. of serial ports: IRQ selected: Base address selected: I/O port address selected: Device driver: System Description Operating system: Revision no.: Revision no.
1-14 Chapter 1: Introduction We offer several ways for you to contact us: Mail/Courier You may contact us by letter and our mailing address for correspondence is: Connect Tech Inc. c/o Customer Service 42 Arrow Road Guelph, Ontario Canada N1K 1S6 Email/Internet You may contact us through the Internet. Our email and URL addresses on the Internet are: sales@connecttech.com support@connecttech.com www.connecttech.com Note: 1.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-15 RMA Overview Connect Tech products requiring warranty or non warranty repairs need an RMA number. To obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) Number please contact us in the following manner: Go to the RMA Request Form found in the Support Center on our website: www.connecttech.com Telephone, fax, email or mail us at: Connect Tech Inc.
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Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Introduction ........................................................................................... 2-1 NT960/PCI Host Adapter............................................................. 2-1 Installing the NT960/PCI in your System........................... 2-2 ACM/16, ACM/16RJ and ACM/Flex16 ...................................... 2-2 ACM/16/16RJ/Flex16 Address Selection........................... 2-3 SLIM Installation(ACM/Flex16).......................................
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Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-1 Introduction Hardware installation involves configuration of the following: The NT960/PCI Host Adapter One or more ACM/16, ACM/16RJ or ACM/Flex16 external modules NT960/PCI Host Adapter Installation of the NT960/PCI Host Adapter consists of: 1. 2. Installing the Host Adapter in your computer. Connecting one or more ACM/16, ACM/16RJ or ACM/Flex16 external modules. You must configure the various settings before installing the Host Adapter in the computer.
2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Installing the NT960/PCI in your System To install the NT960/PCI Host Adapter in your computer follow these steps: Computer components are very sensitive to static electricity. When installing adapters in your computer make sure that you wear an anti-static wristband. Handle the adapter by its edges and place it on the anti-static bag or an anti-static mat. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn the power off to your computer.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-3 ACM/16/16RJ/Flex16Address Selection The ACM/16, ACM/Flex16 and ACM/16RJ address switch block or switch assigns a number for each port on the ACM/16, ACM/16RJ and ACM/Flex16. This switch setting enables the Host Adapter to identify each port. You must set each ACM/16, ACM/Flex16 or ACM/16RJ connected to a NT960/PCI Host Adapter for an unique address.
2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Figure 8: ACM/16RJ address switch block ACM/16RJ PWR-IN PWR-OUT 1 3 2 4 5 7 8 7 6 Power 1 2 3 5 4 Address 6 Activity Traffic 8 9 11 10 12 13 15 14 16 Intellicon NT960 ACM/16RJ Connect Tech Inc 8 1 2 3 7 6 5 4 Address The ACM/16, ACM/Flex16 and ACM/16RJ ship with the address switch block or switch set for address 1, which assigns numbers 1 through 16 to the serial ports.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-5 WARNING Do not use a pencil to set the DIP switches as the lead graphite may short-circuit the switch.
2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation SLIM Installation(ACM/Flex16) The ACM/Flex16 module has four 72 pin SLIM sockets that accept line transceiver modules. Each transceiver module provides the RS-232 or RS-485/422 or 20mA Current Loop receivers and transmitters to condition four serial ports. SLIM 1 interfaces ports 1, 2, 3, 4; SLIM 2 interfaces ports 5, 6, 7, 8; SLIM 3 interfaces ports 9, 10, 11, 12; and SLIM 4 interfaces ports 13, 14, 15, 16.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-7 To insert a SLIM into a connector follow these steps: 1. 2. Place the SLIM into the socket almost vertically (about 75degree angle), making sure that it is properly oriented and fully inserted into the socket. Press downward and sideways on the SLIM until it latches into the socket. Do NOT force the SLIM, the installation process requires a small force and should be very smooth and easy. If you encounter resistance then re-check the orientation and insertion depth.
2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation SLIM Options The ACM/Flex16 has four SLIM sockets to accept Connect Tech's RS-232 and/or RS-485/422 and/or 20mA Current Loop Serial Line Interface Modules (SLIM). If you order RS-232 modules please refer to Appendix C: RS-232 Option for more technical information. If you order RS-485/422 modules please refer to Appendix D: RS-485/422 Option for more technical information.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-9 Figure 10: LED interface indicators (ACM/Flex16) ACM/Flex16 1 2 16 SLIM Type SLIM Type 3 15 14 4 13 Power Activity Address Traffic 5 6 12 SLIM Type SLIM Type 11 7 10 8 9 Intellicon NT960 LEDs to indicate the electrical interface in use for specific groups of four ports. where: red = RS-485 green = RS-232 amber = 20mA Current Loop ACM/Flex16 Connect Tech Inc.
2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation The following table shows appropriate settings for DIP switch block SW1 for various ACM configurations. Table 2: NT960/PCI SW1 switch settings Switch Position ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 SW1 ON 1 2 3 SW1 4 5 6 Configuration Switch 6 on DIP switch block SW1 set on. One to 8 ACM modules stacked together, with only one bus cable between the NT960/PCI Host adapter and the first ACM module. Switch 6 on DIP switch block SW1 set off.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-11 Note: 1. If an existing installation has a two cable configuration, we recommend that you replace the cables with the newer cable assembly. 2. You should use no more than two bus cables for the entire subsystem. Note: The ACM/16 and ACM/16RJ require the connection of only one external power supply for every 48 ports connected to a HOST Adapter.
2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Note: The ACM/Flex16 with RS-232 and/or 20mA interfaces only requires the connection of one external power supply for every 48 ports connected to a HOST Adapter. The ACM/Flex16 with RS-485 only or a combination of RS-232 and RS-485 and 20mA Current Loop interfaces requires the connection of one external power supply for every 32 ports connected to a HOST Adapter.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-13 Figures 11, 12 and 13 show different methods of connecting ACM/16, ACM/16RJ or ACM/Flex16 modules to the NT960/PCI Host Adapter. Figure 11: Connection of one ACM/16/16RJ/Flex16 module NT960/PCI Host Adapter DB37 connector P Power supply Host Computer Bus cable DB37 connector ACM/16, ACM/16RJ or ACM/Flex16 Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Figure 12: Connection of three ACM/16/16RJ/Flex16 modules NT960/PCI Host Adapter DB37 connector P3 Power supply Power cables Host Computer Bus cable Gender Changer Gender Changer DB37 connector Metal Straps & Screws Metal Straps & Screws ACM/16, ACM/16RJ or ACM/Flex1 Note: 1. The ACM/Flex16 with RS-232 and/or 20mA Current Loop interfaces only requires the connection of one external power supply for every 48 ports connected to a HOST Adapter. 2.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-15 Figure 13: Connection of six ACM/16/16RJ/Flex16 modules NT960/PCI Host Adapter DB37 connector P3 Power supply Power supply Power cables Power cables Host Computer Bus cable Gender Changer Gender Changer Metal Straps & Screws Metal Straps & Screws Gender Changer Gender Changer Gender Changer Metal Straps & Screws Metal Straps & Screws DB37 connector Metal Straps & Screws ACM/16, ACM/16RJ or ACM/Flex16 Note: 1.
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Chapter 3: Software Installation 3-1 Introduction Your Intellicon-NT960/PCI subsystem boards may ship with diskettes that include README files. Please examine these files for technical tips or release notes concerning installation and configuration of various device drivers and software utilities. If you require further information please contact Connect Tech Customer Support.
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Chapter 4: Appendices Appendix A: Specifications................................................................... 4-1 NT960/PCI Host Adapter............................................................. 4-1 Processor ............................................................................ 4-1 Memory .............................................................................. 4-1 PCI Bus Interface ............................................................... 4-1 Operating Environment ...............
Appendix F: SLIM Insertion/Removal ................................................ 4-26 ACM/Flex16 back cover removal .............................................. 4-27 SLIM insertion........................................................................... 4-28 SLIM removal............................................................................ 4-29 Appendix G: Factory Settings ............................................................. 4-30 NT960/PCI Host Adapter..................................
Chapter 4: Appendix A - Specifications 4-1 Appendix A: Specifications NT960/PCI Host Adapter Processor Intel i960 JX 32 bit RISC processor, 33MHz Memory 1MB of dual ported SRAM PCI Bus Interface One 3.3V, 5V or Universal PCI slot Dual-ported RAM interface Operating Environment Ambient temperature: Relative humidity: Air movement: Altitude: 0 - 70 ° C 0 - 90% no condensing no requirement 15,000 feet (5000 metres) Power Requirements +3.3 vdc: 900 mA typical,1.
4-2 Chapter 4: Appendix A - Specifications ACM/Flex16 Four CLCD1400 RISC like quad UARTs with 12 bytes of FIFO per channel on the chip EIA RS232-C and/or RS485/422 Interface and/or 20mA Current Loop Sixteen RS-232 and/or RS-485/422 and/or 20mA Current Loop asynchronous ports with male DB-9 connectors Ports configurable from 50 up to 115 Kbps Programmable Baud Rate Generator ACM/16RJ Four Cirrus Logic CD1400 RISC like quad UARTs with 24 bytes of FIFO per channel on the chip EIA RS232-C Interfac
Chapter 4: Appendix A - Specifications 4-3 NT960/PCI Part Numbers NP001 Intellicon-NT960/PCI Host Adapter with 1MB of RAM. NTACM16V2 Intellicon-NT960/PCI ACM/16 external module with DB-9 male connectors. NTACM16V3 Intellicon-NT960/PCI ACM/16RJ external module with RJ-45 connectors. NTACMF16 Intellicon-NT960/PCI ACM/Flex16 external module with DB-9 male connectors. NT232SLM ACM/Flex16 RS-232 SLIM. NT485SLM ACM/Flex16 RS-485 SLIM.
4-4 Chapter 4: Appendix A - Specifications Certification Intellicon-NT960/PCI; ACM/16; ACM/Flex16; ACM/16RJ FCC This equipment complies with the requirements in Part 15 of FCC Rules for a Class A computing device. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause unacceptable interference to radio and TV reception requiring the operator to take whatever steps are necessary to correct the interference.
Chapter 4: Appendix B - Connector Pinouts 4-5 Appendix B: Connector Pinouts A cable with 37 pin connectors connects the IntelliconNT960/PCI host adapter to an ACM/16, ACM/Flex16 or ACM/16RJ external module. ACM/16, ACM/Flex16 and ACM/16RJ modules also connect to each other via 37 pin connectors. These connections are a proprietary external bus interface not a serial interface, and therefore no pinouts are given for the 37 pin connectors.
4-6 Chapter 4: Appendix B - Connector Pinouts ACM/Flex16 Pinouts The ACM/Flex16 provides male DB-9 connectors for each port. For the DB-9 pinout information please refer to Table 4. Table 4: DB-9 pinouts - ACM/Flex16 Pin No. RS-232 Signal 1 DCD 2 RxD 3 TxD 4 DTR 5 SG 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 RI RS-485 Signal RxD + TxD + TxD RxD SG CTS RTS RTS + CTS + Direction input input output output signal gnd.
Chapter 4: Appendix B - Connector Pinouts 4-7 Table 5: ACM/Flex16 SLIM pinouts SLIM Pin No.
4-8 Chapter 4: Appendix B - Connector Pinouts Table 5(continued): ACM/Flex16 SLIM pinouts SLIM Pin No.
Chapter 4: Appendix B - Connector Pinouts 4-9 ACM/16RJ Pinouts The ACM/16RJ provides RJ-45 modular connectors for each port. For the RJ-45 pinout information please refer to Table 6. Table 6: RJ-45 pinouts - ACM/16RJ Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 RS-232 Signal DCD RTS SR TxD RxD SR CTS DTR Pin 1 Direction input output output input input output Pin 8 Technical Tip: Please ensure that you terminate the DCD or CTS signals if your application does not use them.
4-10 Chapter 4: Appendix C - RS-232 Option Appendix C: RS-232 Option You may order the ACM/Flex16 external module with RS-232 Serial Line Interface Modules (SLIM). The RS-232 SLIM offers the following features: Each SLIM controls four ports. LEDs on the ACM/Flex16 indicate the electrical interface in use for specific groups of four ports. SLIMS are field upgradeable, providing you with more flexibility for your application. Please refer to Figure 14 for a partial schematic of the RS-232 SLIM.
Chapter 4: Appendix C - RS-232 Option 4-11 Installation The ACM/Flex16 module has four 72 pin SLIM sockets which accept Serial Line Interface Modules. Each SLIM provides the RS-232 or RS-485/422 or 20mA Current Loop receivers and transmitters to condition four serial ports. SLIM 1 socket (SM1) interfaces ports 1, 2, 3, 4; SLIM 2 socket (SM2) interfaces ports 5, 6, 7, 8; SLIM 3 socket (SM3) interfaces ports 9, 10, 11, 12; and SLIM 4 socket (SM4) interfaces ports 13, 14, 15, 16.
4-12 Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option Appendix D: RS-485/422 Option Introduction You may order the ACM/Flex16 external module with RS485/422 Serial Line Interface Modules (SLIM). The RS-485/422 SLIM offers the following features: DIP switch selectable line load and bias options. Each SLIM controls four ports. LEDs on the ACM/Flex16 indicate the electrical interface in use for a specific group of four ports.
Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option 4-13 Figure 15: RS-485/422 SLIM partial schematic RS-485/422 SLIM partial schematic 1 TxD load 150R TX+ DSR1 TX1 TX- DTR1 RTS+ 2 RTS- RTS1 150R RTS load DB9 Connector 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 5 UART +5V 100 RX+ GND +5V 1K8 3 RX1 RXCTS+ CTS1 CTS- 150R 5 +5V 4 1K8 50nF 50nF 1K8 GND CTS load and bias 6 RxD load and bias 150R 1K8 GND Note: The RS-485/422 Serial Line Interface Module controls four ports, and therefore the schematic shows only a
4-14 Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option Installation The ACM/Flex16 module has four 72 pin SLIM sockets which accept Serial Line Interface Modules. Each SLIM provides the RS-232 or RS-485/422 or 20mA Current Loop receivers and transmitters to condition four serial ports. SLIM 1 socket (SM1) interfaces ports 1, 2, 3, 4; SLIM 2 socket (SM2) interfaces ports 5, 6, 7, 8; SLIM 3 socket (SM3) interfaces ports 9, 10, 11, 12; and SLIM 4 socket (SM4) interfaces ports 13, 14, 15, 16.
Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option 4-15 Configuration options The RS-485/422 SLIM on the ACM/Flex16 offers a wide range of features and configuration options. These features and options include: Line bias features Line load options You select these options and features by four (one for each port), 6 position DIP switches on the SLIM. Please refer to Figure 16 for the locations of these DIP switches on the RS-485/422 SLIM.
4-16 Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option Table 7: RS-485/422 SLIM; port/switch block relation Port number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 SLIM socket SM1 SM1 SM1 SM1 SM2 SM2 SM2 SM2 Switch block S4 S3 S2 S1 S4 S3 S2 S1 Port number 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 SLIM socket SM3 SM3 SM3 SM3 SM4 SM4 SM4 SM4 Switch block S4 S3 S2 S1 S4 S3 S2 S1 Table 8: RS-485/422 SLIM; line load options Switch Position 1 2 3&4 Configuration (when OFF) TxD load is removed RTS load is removed RxD disconnected from bias and load circuits
Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option 4-17 Line bias feature During the operation of a half duplex, or multi-drop RS-485/422 connection, there are situations (time intervals) when there is NO "generator station" driving the wires that interconnect the various stations. During these intervals the connection is susceptible to electrical interference from outside sources.
4-18 Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option DIP switches S1, S2, S3, and S4 on the RS-485/422 SLIM allow you to select a "generator station" load and a "receiver station" load. The "generator station" is either the TxD or RTS signals. The "receiver station" is either the RxD or CTS signals. The RS-485 SLIM also offers you the additional functionality to disconnect the RxD signal pair COMPLETELY from the load and bias circuits.
Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option 4-19 Switch positions 5 and 6 on switch blocks S1, S2, S3, and S4 allow the "receiver stations" (RxD and CTS) to have either a DC load of 150 ohms or an AC load of 150 ohms in series with a 50 nF capacitor. Please refer to the examples following for these configuration options and their switch settings. Examples: 1. The following example shows the switch settings for Station A as per Figure 17 where TxD and RTS have a load of 150 Ω.
4-20 Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option RS-485/422 Cable Wiring You can wire your ACM/Flex16 with the RS-485/422 option in various ways to communicate with RS-485/422 peripherals. This section will describe a few examples of RS-485/422 cabling schemes. Figures 18, 19 and 20 describe 8 wire, 4 wire and 2 wire cabling schemes between a port on the ACM/Flex16 to a port on the RS485/422 peripheral.
Chapter 4: Appendix D - RS-485/422 Option 4-21 Figure 20: RS-485/422 wiring diagram(2 wire) ACM/Flex16 2 1 3 4 8 9 7 6 5 RS-485 peripheral TxD + RxD + RxD + TxD RxD RTS + CTS + RTS - TxD + RxD TxD RTS + CTS SR CTS SR CTS + RTS - Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
4-22 Chapter 4: Appendix E - 20mA Current Loop Option Appendix E: 20mA Current Loop Option You may order the ACM/Flex16 with 20mA Current Loop Serial Line Interface Modules. ). The 20mA Current Loop SLIM offers the following features: A passive 20mA Current Loop electrical interface. Each SLIM controls four ports. The 20mA Current Loop receivers and transmitters are optically isolated. LEDs on the ACM/Flex16 indicate the electrical interface in use for a specific group of four ports.
Chapter 4: Appendix E - 20mA Current Loop Option 4-23 Installation The ACM/Flex16 module has four 72 pin SLIM sockets which accept Serial Line Interface Modules. Each SLIM provides the RS-232 or RS-485/422 or 20mA Current Loop receivers and transmitters to condition four serial ports. SLIM 1 socket (SM1) interfaces ports 1, 2, 3, 4; SLIM 2 socket (SM2) interfaces ports 5, 6, 7, 8; SLIM 3 socket (SM3) interfaces ports 9, 10, 11, 12; and SLIM 4 socket (SM4) interfaces ports 13, 14, 15, 16.
4-24 Chapter 4: Appendix E - 20mA Current Loop Option 20mA Current Loop The 20mA Current Loop module provides optically isolated 20mA passive Current Loop interfaces for four ports. For each port there is an optically isolated receiver, and an optically isolated transmitter. Note:. Please refer to the Hewlett Packard Optoelectronics Manual/Catalogue for a complete description of HPCL 4100 and HPCL 4200 specifications.
Chapter 4: Appendix E - 20mA Current Loop Option 4-25 Current Loop Cable Wiring You can wire the ACM/Flex16 with the 20mA Current Loop option in various ways to communicate with 20mA Current Loop peripherals. This section describes an example of a Current Loop cabling scheme. Figure 22 describes a 4 wire cabling scheme between a port on the ACM/Flex16 and another port on an external device.
4-26 Chapter 4: Appendix F - SLIM Insertion/Removal Appendix F: SLIM Insertion/Removal This section outlines procedures for the following: ACM/Flex16 back cover removal. SLIM insertion. SLIM removal. Your ACM/Flex16 and Serial Line Interface Module (SLIM) are very sensitive to static electricity. Make sure that before you remove them from the anti-static shipping bag, you wear an antistatic wristband.
Chapter 4: Appendix F - SLIM Insertion/Removal 4-27 ACM/Flex16 back cover removal Figure 23 outlines the correct procedure for removing the back cover on the ACM/Flex16. Figure 23: ACM/Flex16 back cover removal ACM/Flex16 back cover removal ACM/Flex16 (view from back) cover screw rubber feet 1. To remove the cover on the back of the ACM/Flex16, unscrew the four screws on the back cover with the appropriate screwdriver. Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
4-28 Chapter 4: Appendix F - SLIM Insertion/Removal SLIM insertion Figure 24 outlines the correct procedure for inserting an RS-232, RS-485/422 and 20mA Current Loop Serial Line Interface Module (SLIM). Figure 24: SLIM insertion (ACM/Flex16) 1 2 Hole Peg Clip 1. 2. Place the SLIM into the socket almost vertically (about 75degree angle), making sure that it is properly oriented and fully inserted into the socket. Press downward and sideways on the SLIM until it latches into the socket.
Chapter 4: Appendix F - SLIM Insertion/Removal 4-29 SLIM removal Figure 25 outlines the correct procedure for removing an RS-232, RS-485/422 and 20mA Current Loop Serial Line Interface Module (SLIM). Figure 25: SLIM removal(ACM/Flex16) 3 2 1 1. 2. Using both hands, place your thumbs on the clips that hold the SLIM into the socket, and place your index fingers on the edge of the SLIM. Push outwards (with your thumbs) on the clips until the SLIM is released from the clips.
4-30 Chapter 4: Appendix G - Factory Settings Appendix G: Factory Settings This section summarizes the factory settings for the following Intellicon-NT960/PCI hardware components: Intellicon-NT960/PCI Host Adapter Intellicon-NT960/PCI ACM/16, ACM/16RJ and ACM/Flex16 ACM/Flex16 RS-485 SLIM WARNING Do not use a pencil to set the DIP switches as the lead graphite may short-circuit the switch.
Chapter 4: Appendix G - Factory Settings 4-31 ACM/16, ACM/Flex16, ACM/16RJ Modules The NT960/PCI ACM/16, ACM/16RJ and ACM/Flex16 modules ship with factory settings for the following: ACM/16 ACM/16RJ, or ACM/Flex16 address ACM/Flex16: RS-485 SLIM options ACM/16, ACM/Flex16, ACM/16RJ Address Setting The ACM/16, ACM/Flex16 or ACM/16RJ address switch block or switch assigns a number for each port on that particular ACM/16, ACM/Flex16 or ACM/16RJ.
4-32 Chapter 4: Appendix G - Factory Settings Figure 26: ACM/16, ACM/Flex16 factory settings ACM/Flex16 1 2 SLIM Type SLIM Type 3 4 ACM/16 16 1 3 15 2 4 14 5 6 13 Powe Address Traffic 5 6 8 Activity Activity Address 7 Power Traffic 9 11 10 12 13 15 14 16 12 SLIM Type SLIM Type 11 7 10 8 9 Intellicon NT960 Intellicon-NT960 ACM/Flex16 Connect Tech Inc. Connect Tech Inc. 0 Address 1 Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
Chapter 4: Appendix G - Factory Settings 4-33 Figure 27: ACM/16RJ factory setting PWR-IN PWR-OUT 1 3 2 4 5 7 Power 8 1 2 7 3 6 5 4 Address 6 Activity Traffic 8 9 11 10 12 13 15 14 16 Intellicon NT960 ACM/16RJ Connect Tech Inc 8 1 2 3 7 6 5 4 Address Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
4-34 Chapter 4: Appendix G - Factory Settings ACM/Flex16: RS-485 SLIM options The RS-485 SLIM for the ACM/Flex16 offers a wide range of configuration options. These options allow you to choose the line loads(DC or AC) and biasing for each port. DIP switch blocks S1, S2, S3, and S4 control these options. Connect Tech ships the RS-485 SLIM with all DIP switches set to the “OFF” position. Figure 28 shows the location and the default factory settings for these DIP switches.
Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.
