ELK-M1XEP Ethernet Interface INSTALLATION MANUAL 828-397-4200 Voice 828-397-4415 Fax http://www.elkproducts.com email: info@elkproducts.com PO Box 100 • Hwy.
Table of Contents Features and Specifications ......................................................................................................... 3 Basics of Networking .................................................................................................................... 4 Installation and Hookup ................................................................................................................ 5 Configuration and Setup .......................................................
Features and Specifications APPLICATION: The ELK-M1XEP is an Ethernet Device Server with a RS-232 Serial Port Interface. It may be used to connect a Control in the M1 Family to an Ethernet network using TCP-IP protocol. It features a secure embedded web server, with a user interface built on a Java applet, email event notification, and FIPS compliant encryption algorithms for security sensitive environments. It is powered by an ELK-P1216 12 Volts DC, 1.5 Amp plug-in power supply/adapter (included).
Basics of Networking The installer must have a basic understanding of Ethernet setup to install and configure the M1XEP. If you do not have this basic knowledge, please seek the assistance of a network professional. The Internet Cable DSL Satellite ISP WAN Wide Area Network Location Connection to outside the local network may require assistance from others, including the Internet service provider and the network administrator.
Installation and Hookup The following connections are required for the M1XEP Ethernet Interface. a. The DB9M 9-pin male connector should be connected to the DB9F 9-pin female serial port (port 0) on the Control using a standard 9-pin male to female serial cable (included). The unit should be mounted within 10 feet of the Control. The baud rate of the Control's serial port must be set to 115,200, which is the factory default. b. The 2.
Configuration and Setup The M1XEP is supported by the M1 Family of controls with firmware version 4.3.0 or later. The M1XEP software configuration utility is built into ElkRP software version 1.5.0 or later. If you have an older version of firmware or ElkRP software, current updates can be downloaded from the M1 Dealer Website (www.elkproducts.com). For the initial setup, ElkRP and the Control using the M1XEP must be on the same local network.
1.4. Before continuing with the setup and configuration, you must connect to the Control over the network. a. Verify that the URL/IP and Port setting are correct on the "Account Details" screen. b. Make sure the "RP Access Code" is set to the correct value programmed into the control. (default=246801) c. From the RP Connection Menu, choose the "Network" method. If everything is setup correctly, ElkRP should now connect to the control through the M1XEP. 1.5.
3. Setup of Web Browser User Name & Password (optional) Click the "Web Browser" tab. Enter a user name and password. The user name and password can be up to 16 alphanumeric characters long. The user name and password are common to all users that wish to connect to the M1XEP using a web browser. This is the “firewall” security authentication, which helps protect unauthorized access to the M1XEP. While you are not required to enter a user name and password, it is strongly recommended.
5. Central Station Setup (future) The M1XEP will support Central Station Internet Monitoring in the future. The "Central Station" tab is where the central station IP addresses and ports that are used for Internet monitoring are entered. This information is provided by the central station. For each central station that is entered on this screen, an associated "Telephone" must be created and set to format 6 in ElkRP. C.S. 1 is associated with Telephone 1, C.S. 2 is associated with Telephone 2. etc.
7. Notes on Router Setup a. The router must be setup to allow an open port for the M1XEP to pass data packets. The same "matching" port number must be programmed into the M1XEP using the M1XEP Setup in ElkRP. The recommended (default) port is 2601. b. Also, the following ports must be opened (port forwarded) through the router: Port 21, Port 26, and Port 80. You must access the router's setup in order to open (port forward) the ports mentioned above. The method for this differs from product to product.
Connecting ElkRP to the Control over a Network 1. Start the ElkRP program and create or open an account. 2. Look at the lower right side of the "Account Details" screen for the two data entry blocks labeled: "System URL/IP" and "Port". 3. If ElkRP and the Control are both on the same network, the IP address and port should have been copied from the M1XEP setup screen during the configuration and setup process. Verify that the values are correct. 4.
Updating the M1XEP Firmware If you are notified of a new firmware release, you can obtain the file and update the M1XEP using the following steps. Note: To access and download firmware updates for M1 controls and peripherals, you must a valid log on for the M1 Dealer Site. If you do not have a log on for the M1 Dealer Site you may obtain one by signing up for an account at http://m1dealer.elkproducts.com/. You must include a vaild control serial number to be approved for a log on. 1.
Using the Virtual Keypad Application In order to access the M1XEPs built-in web application "M1 Virtual Keypad" your computer must have the current Java application software (at the time this manual was released the current version was 1.5.0) . There is no charge for this software and it may be downloaded and installed from www.java.com. Note: A connection with ElkRP overrides any "M1 Virtual Keypad" connection.
3. The next screen is the Firewall User Name/Password prompt. Enter the User Name and Password that was setup using the M1XEP Setup utility in ElkRP. Click 'OK' to continue. 4. After a few seconds the "trust" screen should appear, asking if you wish to trust the "Elk Products Inc." Java applet. This will appear each time you connect to this unit, unless you click the 'Always' button. Clicking 'No' will abort the connection. You must click 'Yes' or 'Always' in order to proceed further. 5.
6. The Welcome screen should appear next. This screen requires that a valid user code be entered in order to access the Virtual Keypad application. Enter a valid User Code and click 'Connect' or press Enter. 7. The Virtual Keypad screen displays overall system status, and permits many of the operation capabilities that are available from a physical Keypad. At the bottom of screen there are two drop down boxes. The "Area" box allows a choice of which area (partition) to display and control.
Bypass: The bypass key (and # key) can be used to bypass zones. Press 'Bypass', the number of the zone to bypass and click 'Bypass' again. Status: The 'Status' button brings up a display of all zones defined in the currently selected area, along with their status (“Normal”, “Bypassed”, “Violated”) and state (“Short”, “Open”, “EOL”). 8.
9. Click the 'Climate' button to bring up the following screen which automatically populates itself with the names and current temperatures of any installed keypads. It also has radio buttons along the top edge for switching between screens for Thermostats and Temperature Probes. These screens also populate themselves with devices which are programmed into the Control. 10. Click the 'Thermostat' button to bring up the following screen.
12. Click the 'Tasks' button to display the following screen. This screen populates itself with the names of any tasks that have been programmed in the Control with a name and the “Show” option enabled. A task can be activated by clicking the green button beside of the task. If there are too many tasks to fit on one screen, the word 'Next>' will illuminate along the bottom of the screen. Click 'Next>' to see additional tasks or '
Glossary of Networking Terms Router- A communications device between networks that determines the best path between them for optimal performance. Routers are used in complex networks such as enterprise-wide networks and the Internet. Port - The identifier used by Internet transport protocols to distinguish among multiple simultaneous connections to a single destination host. MAC Address - unique number assigned by the manufacturer to identify each network interface on all network devices.
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