Specifications

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4.3 Connect the RCU to the PC via the null modem cable
Using a null modem cable, (details in Appendix.), connect the RCU-01 to a serial port on the Host computer.
Generally, the 9 pin ‘D’ connector on the Host computer is COM1.
4.4 Run SENTINEL and check comms between RCU & PC
Double click the icon to start. If you want SENTINEL to automatically start when windows starts, add SENTINEL
to the start folder in the taskbar. Refer to SENTINEL Installation Reference later in this text for more details.
At this point, we can peruse the program to become familiar with it. Refer to the sample site configuration sheets
to get the feel for information required. Photocopy a blank one from the Appendix and fill one out as a record for
the site we are about to configure. This can be changed easily at any time once the system is set up. This is
especially important for PSTN mode so the phone numbers are downloaded.
Help is available on all aspects of this program on line. There is a HOST record sheet provided to record Host
specific details such as phone numbers, pager information and passwords.
Set the Host comms port in SENTINEL.
• From the pull down menus select 'Config'
• Select 'Host Comms'
• Enter the password ('ELAN' is the shipped default)
• Select the appropriate com port.
• If you intend using a PSTN modem, we need to include the 'Host Modem initialisation' string in the window
provided. This will be the following:
s0=2&c1&d2e0m1
(The 0 is zero.)
If using a PSTN modem, we also need to initialise the modem for the RCU-01. This will normally be a Maestro
"Woomera". This will be the last step in the process and is the last step in the Initial Set-up description.
Another note in regard to the modem for the RCU-01 is that a DC output is provided for the modem. This is rated
at 9V or 12V at 1 amp. The voltage is set by a link inside the RCU-01 and is factory set for 9V (suitable for
modems).
• Power up the RCU-01 and then click on STATUS from the toolbar.
• Select '*MANUAL*' from the connection method pop-up and click on 'CONNECT'.
• Select the connection method (Direct) and click on 'CONNECT'.
The RCU-01 should start communicating with the Host. This can be observed by the TX and RX LED’s flashing
alternately on the RCU-01 front panel. This proves we have Comms and we can exit this to edit the site
configuration.
4.5 Configure Paging (Optional)
If you want to use the paging feature, set this up now before editing the new site in step 3.5.
• Close the Status window.
• Click on the Config pull down menu and select Paging.
• Enter the password and OK.
• Click 'Add user' and give it a unique 10 character name.
• The default service is Telstra SMS for digital mobiles.
• Enter the complete mobile phone number in the bottom window and click apply.
• Ensure you select the port the modem being used to dial out for paging is set.
• Do not tick the 'Paging Enabled' box yet. Exit from this window when you have completed your entries.