Specifications

ASMi-31 Ver. 3.0 Controls and Indicators 3-1
Chapter 3
Operation
This chapter:
• Explains how to operate ASMi-31
• Describes the ASMi-31 modem controls, indicators, and functions
Installation procedures given in
Chapter 2 must be completed and checked before
attempting to operate ASMi-31.
3.1 Turning ASMi-31 On
ASMi-31 is turned on as soon as power is connected. When power is connected,
the PWR indicator lights up and remains lit as long as ASMi-31 receives power.
ASMi-31 requires no operator attention once installed, with the exception of
occasional monitoring of front panel indicators. Intervention is only required
when:
• ASMi-31 must be adapted to new operational requirements
• Diagnostic tests are performed.
3.2 Controls and Indicators
Front Panel
Figure 3-1 shows front panel of the ASMi-31 master modem which includes an
LCD and three buttons serving for the modem configuration. A slave unit
(see
Figure 3-2 ) includes a proprietary 20-pin port for connection of the portable
control unit (PCU). The removable PCU features an LCD and three buttons similar
to those of the master unit.
Table 3-1 lists the ASMi-31 controls, indicators and their functions.
Figure 3-1. ASMi-31/M Front Panel