MultiTech Systems Intelligent Serial Interface Model ISI552PC Card (ISI) Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual P/N 82033101, Rev. B ISI552PC This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.. All rights reserved. Copyright © 1994, by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc., makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION & DESCRIPTION Introduction ........................................... 1-1 Product Description .............................. 1-2 How to Use This Manual ...................... 1-2 Technical Specifications ...................... 1-3 2.1 2.2 2.3 CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ISI Card Installation .............................. 2-1 Determining Current System Settings . 2-1 Hardware Installation Procedure ..........
1.1 Introduction The introduction of high speed, data compression modems, such as Multi-Tech's MultiModemII TM Series, has shown that many PC serial ports are unable to keep up, essentially becoming a bottleneck for the entire system. The ISI552PC card is a dual port serial expansion card and provides processing power to reliably transmit data up to 115.2K bps per port. Each port can be independently configured for asynchronous full duplex communications.
This manual contains product specification, installation instructions, configuration and technical support information which will assist you in the operation process. It is assumed that you have basic PC skills at the very least. Therefore, we have not included step-by-step instructions for basic operations such as logging in and file editing, etc. 1.2 Product Description The ISI552PC card is a dual-port serial expansion card which adds data buffering for enhanced serial port performance.
This manual includes hardware configuration and installation procedures described in Chapter 2. Chapter 3 covers technical support, warranty and BBS information. Appendix A describes complete information on Base I/O addressing. 1.
Card Dimensions ISI552PC · 4.950" L x 4.2" W x .062" D · 12.573 cm L x 10.668 cm W x .16 cm D Baud Rates · Up to 115.
2.1 ISI Card Installation This chapter explains procedures for installing your ISI552PC card into your ISA or EISA bus personal computer (PC/XT/AT/PS/2 Models 25 and 30 or equivalents). Hardware installation involves: 1) Opening your PC. 2) Setting card configuration (determining I/O address DIP-Switch setting and IRQ jumper setting). 3) Installing the card into the PC. 2.
addresses are also unused. (For example, if you use the base I/O address of 380h, addresses 380h387h must be unused.) To select an unused I/O address and an IRQ value, it may be necessary to find out which values are already in use. To determine your system's current settings, refer to Appendix A. ISI552PC port #1 is shipped with the IRQ set to level 3 and the base I/O address at 2F8 hex; and ISI552PC port #2 is shipped with the IRQ set to level 4 and the base I/O address at 3E8.
2.3 Hardware Installation Procedure Perform the procedures in Table 2-1 to configure and install the ISI552PC card into your ISA or EISA bus host computer. Table 2-1 ISI Configuration and Installation Procedure Step 1 Procedure Make sure your computer and any peripheral equipment connected to it, are turned off. Failure to do so may damage both your ISI card and your PC. The card may be installed in any 286-, 386- or 486-based computer with an ISA or EISA bus architecture. Port #1 Port #2 Figure 2-1.
Table 2-1 (cont'd) ISI Configuration and Installation Procedure Step Procedure 2 Remove the cover of your computer as instructed in your computers documentation. 3 Locate the unused slot(s) which you will be using for your ISI card, and remove the slot cover(s) per the instructions in your computers documentation. 4a The figures below show the default settings for this card. Record any changes made to the Base I/O Address settings.
Table 2-1 (cont'd) ISI Configuration and Installation Procedure Step 4b Procedure Select a unique I/O Address for your ISI552PC card using the block of 8-position DIP-Switches on your ISI circuit board. Figure 2-3 (next page) shows various I/O addressing and IRQ settings. 5 Record any changes you make to these settings and keep them handy for the driver installation.
Table 2-1 (cont'd) ISI Configuration and Installation Procedure Com Port I/O Address Setting IRQ Level COM1 COM2 COM3 COM4 Figure 2-3. I/O Address and IRQ Level Settings Step 6 Procedure Install the ISI card into the selected expansion slot(s) in the same manner as any other addon card, as instructed in your computers documentation. 7 Fasten the retaining bracket to the computer chassis and replace the cover.
Table 2-1 (cont'd) ISI Configuration and Installation Procedure Step 8 Procedure Connect the appropriate cable to the ISI card. The ISI552PC has one DB-9 connector. The DB-9 is a DTE-type serial port suited for the connection of Data Circuitterminating Equipment, or DCEs. Note: Any cables connected to the computer should be shielded to reduce interference. 9 Turn power on to your computer.
3.1 Introduction This chapter starts out with statements about your ISI552PC's 10-year warranty. The next section, Tech Support, should be read carefully if you have questions or problems with your ISI552PC. It includes the technical support telephone numbers, space for recording pertinent information, and an explanation of how to send in this product should you require service.
MTSs entire obligation under this warranty shall be limited (at MTSs option) to repair or replacement of any products which prove to be defective within the warranty period, or, at MTSs option, issuance of a refund of the purchase price. Defective products must be returned by Customer to MTSs factory transportation prepaid. MTS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL ITS LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS. 3.
3.3.1Recording ISI552PC Information Please fill in the following information on your MultiTech product. This will help tech support in answering your questions. Serial No.:__________________________ Firmware Version:_______________________ DriverType/Version:______________________ COM Port #:________________________________ IRQ Setting:_____________________________ Please note the status of your ISI552PC before calling tech support (e.g.
3.3.2 Service If your tech support specialist decides that service is required, your unit may be sent (freight prepaid) to our factory. Return shipping charges will be paid by Multi-Tech Systems. Include the following with this product: a description of the problem. return billing and return shipping addresses. contact name and phone number. check or purchase order number for payment if the ISI552PC is out of warranty. (The standard repair charge is $95.
If you need to inquire about the status of the returned product, be prepared to provide the serial number of the product sent (see Section 3.3.1). Send ISI552PC to this address: MULTI-TECH SYSTEMS, INC. 2205 WOODALE DRIVE MOUNDS VIEW, MINNESOTA 55112 ATTN: SERVICE OR REPAIRS 3.4 About the Multi-Tech BBS Multi-Tech Systems maintains a Bulletin Board Service (BBS) for its customers.
Canada) or 612-785-3702 (International). 3. At the prompt, type your first name, last name, password, then hit RETURN. If you are a first time caller, after you hit RETURN the BBS asks if your name is spelled correctly. If you say yes, our questionnaire is displayed. You can use our BBS on your first call. 4. There are four BBS areas: the Main Menu, the Files Menu, Bulletins (from the main Menu), and the Message Menu. All Bulletins are Menu-driven.
3.5 About CompuServe/Internet In addition to the BBS, Multi-Tech provides support through CompuServe's Modem Vendor Forum (GOMODEMVEN) under GO MULTITECH. Refer to your CompuServe documentation for special operating procedures. Multi-Tech is a commercial provider on the Internet, and we retrieve e-mail messages from the following mailboxes on a periodic basis: tsupport@multitech.com Technical Support mtsmktg@multitech.com Marketing Dept. mtssales@multitech.com Sales Dept. international@multitech.
3.6 About the Multi-Tech FaxBack Service Multi-Tech's fax-back system provides 24-hour access to sales, marketing, and technical literature. Dial 612-717-5888, follow the voice prompts, and request document number 10 for a catalog of available documents. For convenience, have your fax number handy: __________________ . From the catalog of available documents, you can order newsletters, white papers, press releases, etc.
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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Index A About CompuServe/Internet .................... 3-7 About the Multi-Tech BBS ....................... 3-5 B Baud Rates ................................................ 1-4 Bus Type .................................................... 1-3 C Card Dimensions ........................................ 1-4 Computer Requirements ............................ 1-3 Connector Types ........................................ 1-4 H Hardware Installation Procedure ................ 2-3 How to Use the Multi-Tech BBS .
ISI Card Installation .................................... 2-1 L Limited Warranty ..................................... 3-1 M Multi-Tech BBS ......................................... 3-5 O Operating Temperature .............................. 1-3 P Power Consumption ................................... 1-3 Product Description .................................... 1-2 R Recording ISI552PC Information ............ 3-3 S Serial Interface ........................................... 1-3 Service ..............
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