User guide

Operating the Multiplexer using nCompass Control
The nCompass Control is required to configure the MX8400. Monitoring can be
done using nCompass Equipment Status.
4.3 Connecting the MX8400 Multiplexer
To test connectivity to the MX8400 Multiplexer (once the IP address has been set),
connect it to a PC using one of the Control ports, and use the PING command.
Once IP connectivity has been established all other configuration is achieved using
nCompass Control.
1. Run nCompass Control's Equipment Setup GUI
2. Open a new map
3. Right click and select Add device -> Mux
4. Enter the MX8400's IP address and click "Get Static Parameters"
5. This will allow you to configure all the static parameters on the unit (see Annex C
for the use of static parameters)
6. The dynamic parameters are all configured using nCompass Control's Profile
Manager
For further details, refer to the nCompass Control manual.
4.4 Configuring the MX8400 Multiplexer
4.4.1 Definition
In the context of this Reference Guide, Operating the Equipment Remotely refers to
the MX8400 Multiplexer in conjunction with nCompass Control. This is where the
customer operates a system requiring scheduled changes to the bit rates and
configurations.
Using this mode of operation, system and associated parameters are constructed in
the nCompass Control and downloaded to the MX8400 on completion or to a timed
schedule.
4.4.2 nCompass Control Functions
nCompass Control provides a centralized control function for the Ericsson
multichannel range of equipment. In particular, it provides the following facilities:
• Configuration of Encoders, Modulators, Routers and Multiplexers over an
Ethernet link.
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