Master control unit

Installation Guide
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LINEAR INDUSTRIES LTD.

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Chapter 1 -Technical Information

1.1 Scope
The purpose of this Installation Guide, for Linear's Master Control unit (cata-
log no. 01-0330000-0), is to provide the technician with information addi-
tional to that supplied in the Installation Manual for the Access I/II Terminals
(catalog nos. 01-0340000-0 and 01-0350000-0, respectively). All three units
form part of an Access Control System.

1.2 Introduction
The Access Control type of systems are used to control and record employee
entry/exit in or out of restricted areas. The recorded data may be automati-
cally fed into an access control program, security program, statistical analysis
or any other application. This type of system eliminates the need to have
video monitoring of entry points or 24-hour guards, and discontinues the
necessity to switch combinations every time personnel is changed or leaves
the company.
The Master Control unit is used to interconnect up to 31 Access I/II terminals
to a personal computer for purposes of door supervision, door status, data col-
lection/transfer and reconfiguration services. Up to eight (8) such Master
Control units may be connected to a single computer serial port. Thus, the
number of Access terminals which may be connected to a single computer is
only limited by the number of serial ports available.
The software used in the Master Control unit is the TA program, version 3.xx
(TA-300). This software provides for communication of the Master Control
unit to the PC and to the terminals, and for the setup of a cardholder library in
the Master Control's memory.

1.3 System configuration

In order to obtain maximum capabilities from an Access Control System, the
use of a Master Control unit is recommended. This unit allows the following
features to be implemented:
• Concentrates up to 31 Access terminals

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• Stores up to 3500 cardholder entries in its memory and a very large

• number of transactions
• UPS for up to 12 hours (can also back-up two terminals, but for less)
• Retains all data for up to 36 months in memory (without power)
• Includes four dry contact output relays and four opto-isolated inputs
• Provides real time clock (RTC) services to all terminals
• On-line entry/exit logging and reporting
• Anti-passback (APB) protection between areas
• Independent operation; parameters are set via the RS-485 link to PC
• Diagnostics indication if communications with terminal(s) cease
• Multiple time zones.
A typical set-up of a large-scale network configuration is given in the next
figure.

Basically, the PC which includes an appropriate communication program, can

communicate with up to eight Master Control units on each serial port. The
units, in turn, communicate with up to 31 Access terminals. Thus, an entire
large-scale system only requires a single computer port. There is no theoreti-
cal limit to the number of computer ports which may be used with the com-
munication program.
Each Master Control unit includes a set of jumpers which define its particular
address. This address is the one used by the PC when communicating. The

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inputs and outputs of the Master Control units can be used to perform such
tasks as: door sequence activation, monitoring of fire detectors or intrusion.

1.3.1 Accessories (contact your distributor)

ItemCatalog No.
TA-300 program diskette (ver. 3.xx) 9990400
Replacement nickel-cadmium battery pack 0332003
Converter 01-0400000-0
Mini-converter 01-0200000-0

1.4 Characteristics
1.4.1 Memory
• 160 kB RAM for data storage; EPROM 32 or 64 kB
• Sufficient capacity for 2300 employee records
• Storage for a very large number of transactions (10,000)
• Optional memory expansion configuration for additional 512 kB
RAM.
• Available as original factory order or retrofit by factory only (not a
field modification).

1.4.2 Interfacing
Communication done over RS-485 or RS-422 to the computer;
only RS-485 is used to the Access terminals.

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1.4.3 Man-Machine Interface

• Tri-state LED indicator
• Four fully-programmable I/Os (relay logic) with the following contact
rating:
Inputs 1-4: dry contacts
Outputs 1-3: 2 A @ 30 Vdc or 0.6 A @ 150 Vac
Output 4: 5 A @ 230 Vac

1.4.4 Mechanical Features

• Dimensions: 15 x 25 x 5 cm (6 x 10 x 2 in.)
• Weight: 1650 g (3.6 lbs)
• Operating temperature: -5_ to +45_ C
• Relative humidity: 90%, non-condensing

1.4.5 Power Supply

• 230, 115 or 9 Vac @ 50/60 Hz
• Power consumption: 5 watts

How to get support from Linear

Contact your local dealer or distributor should you have any question or prob-
lem with your equipment. Your distributor will be able to answer any ques-
tion or refer the problem to the Linear headquarters.

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Chapter 2 -Installation
2.1 Introduction
Prior to connecting the Master Control unit to the network, the installing tech-
nician is to decide how the network is to be setup. This is done by first open-
ing the case of the unit by loosening and removing the eight screws holding
the cover on the base. In addition to selecting the station identity via internal
jumpers, the unit is to be identified in the communication program selected
for use.

2.2 Initial setup

Refer to the next figure for internal jumpers location. The jumpers to be set at
this time are:
• Communication standard to the host computer (JP4) for either RS-
422 or RS-485.
• Station identity (Master Control unit designation as part of the sys-
tem (JP7).
• Relay logic output #4 for either +12 V or open contact (JP3).
Communication Standard
For communication lines to the computer you may use RS-485 (EIA/TIA-
485) or RS-422 (EIA/TIA-422). Connect JP4 as follows:

RS-422 jumper pins 2 & 3

RS-485 jumper pins 1 & 2

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2.3 Connectors and Jumpers Location

Station Identity
Set jumper JP7 to establish the station identity in the network.
JP7
A _ MSB
B
C _ LSB

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D _ Off (reset)*

Note: The Reset function is similar to that used in a personal computer, in

case the program in the Master Control unit is halted. This operation
does not disturb the recorded transactions or internal memory.

STATION No. JUMPER SETTINGS

A B C
01 OFF OFF OFF
02 OFF OFF ON
03 OFF ON OFF
04 OFF ON ON
05 ON OFF OFF
06 ON OFF ON
07 ON ON OFF
08 ON ON ON
Relay Output #4
Relay #4 is capable of providing either an open contact or a +12 V potential.
Strap JP3 accordingly.
To obtain normally open contacts with an energized relayd, jumper pins 1& 2.
For a +12 V/0.5 A output, jumper pins 2 and 3.
External wiring
Once the Master Control unit cover has been replaced, the external wiring can
be done. The external connections are accomplished at a 19-position terminal
block and at three telephone type connectors, shown below. The terminal
block's wiring is accomplished as shown in the following two illustrations.

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The three telephone jacks type RJ-11, have the following pin-outs:

HOST (J10) CONTROLLERS (J13 & J14)

Pin Signal Pin Signal
2 RS-422 (-RX) 2 GND
3 RS-485 (-) or RS-422 (-TX) 3 RS-485 (+)
4 RS-485 (+) or RS-422 (+TX) 4 RS-485 (-)
5 RS-422 (+RX) 5 12 Vdc (output)

Terminal block pin assignment

Pin Function Remarks Pin Function Remarks

Pin Function Remarks Pin Function Remarks

1 Input#1 Input 11 Output#2 Common
2 Input#1 Ground 12 Output#2 Normally open
3 Input#2 Input 13 Output#3 Common
4 Input#2 Ground 14 Output#3 Normally open
5 Input#3 Input 15 Output#4 Ground
6 Input#3 Ground 16 Output#4 Common
7 Input#4 Input 17 Output#4 Normally open or Vs
JP3(1-2) N.O.
JP3(2-3) Vs

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8 Input#4 Ground 18 Vs + 12V @ 0.5A

9 Output#1 Common 19 Ground
10 Output#1 Normally
open

2.4 Modem connection

If required to operate a modem with one or more Master Control unit(s), then
make sure that a Converter (Cat. no. 01-0400000-0) is used and not a Mini-
converter (Cat. No. 01-0200000-0). The protocol standard between the Mas-
ter Control unit and the Converter must be RS-422 (EIA/TIA-422). Take care
that the hardware matches accordingly for the system to operate by setting the
internal jumpers in the Master Control unit(s) and in the Converter. See the
next figure for a block diagram connection of a setup.
In this setup all component parts must be running at a baud rate of 9600 bps.
The modems are to be configured in a transparent mode - that is, the Master
Control units operate as if no modem exists in the line.
The modem connected to the Master Control unit is designated as the remote
modem and the modem connected to the computer is referred to as the local
modem. Both modems are to operate in the automatic-answering mode. This
information on how-to is given in the modem manual provided by the modem
manufacturer.
System Requirements
Again, make sure that the system is setup for RS-422 communication stan-
dard and uses a Linear Converter (Cat. No. 01-0400000-0).
Open the Converter, locate jumper JP1 and remove this jumper. The commu-
nication interface jumper, JP4, in the Master Control unit should have already
been set to RS-422, by the Initial setup.
TA-300
Step 1. At the DOS prompt, type TA/NEW-COM.
Step 2. Under the Main Menu, click on Setup, then on General.
Step 3. In the Number of Retries field, type 3 (default).
Step 4. Press Esc, then Enter to save. Click the File Menu, and Open.
Then choose a terminal. A List of terminals will appear.

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Step 5. Scroll down the list until a Master Control unit is reached. Dou-
ble-click on this terminal. The terminal's setup window appears
on the screen.

Typical Modem Connection

Step 6. Click on the Setup Menu, then on Communication. A Commu-
nication subwindow is now on the screen.
Step 7. On this screen set the following fields:
Port_ set to the appropriate computer port. Double-click, then
select one of four choices.
Rate_ double-click to obtain the selection list, then click on
9600.
Modem_ double-click on this field, then choose Automatic on
the list.
Phone _ type the exact phone number of the distant end. Do not
add any prefix or additional characters. Use a comma (,) to indi-
cate a pause in the dialing sequence, as may be required when
dialing through a local PBX. Example: 9,5551212.
Dial Type _ either pulse or tone, depending on the services pro-
vided by the telephone company.
Wait Till Retry _ indicate, in seconds, how much time-out before
the modem is to redial after getting a busy signal. Maximum

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wait time is 999 seconds.

In the next field _ select the norm which is applicable to your
telephone lines (either Bell or CCITT). If in doubt, consult your
local dealer.
Step 8. Save the data by pressing Esc and clicking on Yes.
Modems
Master Control unit modem (remote modem)
Step 1. Connect the modem to a computer.
Step 2. Run some communication software, such as Procom or Telix,
that allows the modem and computer to run in terminal mode
communication.
Note: Set the communication baud rate of the communication software pro-
gram to 9600 bps, although the remote modem may communicate
with the PC at a higher baud rate. The local modem is setup automat-
ically by the TA-300 program.
Step 3. Type AT&F and press Enter.
Step 4. Type: ATZ and press Enter.
Step 5. Type ATE1Q0 and press Enter.
Step 6. Type: AT\N0Q1S0=1E0&W and press Enter.
Step 7. Disconnect the modem from the computer and connect it to the
Converter, using a cable, fabricated as described in the figure
(DB25-DB9).
Network testing
Wiring from the Master Control unit to the host computer and to the terminals
is to be checked prior to connecting the equipment. Do not make the connec-
tions until the network connections have been successfully tested. In order to
assist the technician in his troubleshooting efforts, a typical system setup dia-
gram is given in the next figure.
Step 1. Disconnect the communication line at the converter.
Step 2. Using an ohmmeter, measure the open resistance of the line. The
ohmmeter should present a very high reading (of several mego-
hms) with no terminal connected to the network. A resistance
other than very high, indicates a short along the line. Isolation is
accomplished by disconnecting the communication line approxi-
mately in the middle of the run and establishing in which half the
short exists. This technique is followed until the faulty location
is established.

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Step 3. Short the communication line at the converter.

Step 4. Again, check at each drop that a short exists. If an open condi-
tion (several megohms) appears at a particular drop, then the
problem may be with the line coming in to the drop or with the
drop box itself.
Step 5. The Access terminal has a built-in indication that a communica-
tion problem exists: the "Door " indicator blinks red. This indi-
cation can be useful in locating a problem line. Also, the
indicator can blink should the terminal not be properly defined
by the host computer or by its internal jumpers (JP1).
Note: The maximum resistance at the furthest point in the communication

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line may reach 100 to 150 Ohms.

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Chapter 3 -Operation
3.1 General
This chapter provides a description of the indicators and connectors of the
Master Control and instructions on the operation of the unit. The chapter is
divided into three parts: Section I presents a description of connectors and
indicators, while Section II contains operating data for the unit and Section III
presents a troubleshooting guide.
Information on operation of the unit in conjunction with the TA-300 commu-
nication program, is to be found in the related User Guide.
SECTION I - CONNECTORS & INDICATORS
The connectors and indicators used for operating the unit are shown in the
next figure and are described in the associated text.
Controls and Indicators

Rear Panel
19-position terminal block- used for making external connections to equip-
ment and sensors; refer to chapter 2, Installation for the terminal block pin
assignment.
HOST - RJ-11 type telephone connector for interconnection to a computer
platform. Can communicate via RS-422 or RS-485.
CONTROLLERS - RJ-11 type telephone connectors, wired in parallel, for
interconnection to Access type terminals. Can provide backup operating volt-
age for two terminals.
Note: For RJ-11 connector pin-outs, refer to chapter 2, Installation, Exter-
nal Wiring.

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Front Panel
The front panel of the Master Control unit includes a tri-state LED indicator.
This indicator provides the status of the unit by changing its color. The colors
are:
Green _ proper operation of the Master Control unit.
Red _ problem with the Master Control unit.
Amber _ only after reset & before Master Control unit programming.
Blinking between green and red _ communication with host.
There is an internal buzzer which sounds whenever the Master Control unit
fails to obtain a reply from one or more Access Terminals.
SECTION II - OPERATING DATA
The Master Control unit is not provided with any operator controls. All
instructions for operation are fed to the unit via computer. The most pertinent
information applicable to this guide, has to do with the relay logic functions,
as other functions are documented in the applicable communication program
User Guide.

3.2 Relay logic

The relay logic circuitry of the Master Control unit provides the user with the
capability to create and implement his own control functions. This relay logic
which includes four physical inputs and four physical outputs, consists of a
programmable logic controller and switching components.
The sensors, which originate from external units or equipment, are connected
to the inputs. The relay logic outputs drive external equipment such as door
latches, conveyors, valves, etc.
Logic components
Relay logic components are:
Inputs: 4 ports, numbered 0 - 3
Outputs: 4 ports, numbered 0 - 3
Timers: 8 timers, numbered 0 - 7, counting by tenths of a second, up to 255
(25.5 seconds)
Events counters: 8 counters, numbered 0 - 7, counting by increments of 1, up

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to 255 events
Software relays: 40, numbered 0 - 39, created and operated via software
Typical uses
Example 1:
A car entrance gate motor is operated by a START pushbutton. The relay
logic can be setup to have an output software relay continue the gate motor's
operation, eventhough the START pushbutton has been released.
Example 2:
The flow of a liquid into a tank, at a chemical plant, is enabled only when one
of two valves is open and the second is closed.
Example 3:
At an electronic plant, access to the clean room requires a waiting time of 10
seconds between the two entrance doors, in order to decontaminate the air
space. Also, the entrance through the second door demands that the first door
be closed. The logic circuit must allow a two-second period to enable to open
the second door.
Real time clock calibration
The Master Control unit includes a variable trimmer for adjusting the internal
real-time clock. This trimmer is to be readjusted should the unit be suspected
from drifting, thereby causing Access type terminals from generating and
reporting a wrong time to the computer. The Master Control unit is to warm
up for at least 20 minutes prior to attempting any adjustment.
1. Set a frequency counter to measure time for a period of one second.
The display shall indicate 0000000 (microseconds).
2. Connect the counter to a ground point, such as the regulator heatsink.
3. Sample the real time clock's output at TP1 (refer to the layout of the
circuit board, hereafter).
4. Take a reading for a period of a few seconds in order for the counter to
average several readings. The indication must be 1,000,000_5 or 5
parts per million (5 ppm).
5. If the indication is out-of-tolerance, then adjust variable capacitor C3,
next to jumpers JP2 and JP5, using a plastic alignment tool, for a
precise 1,000,000_1 indication on the counter.
6. Disconnect the counter from the unit.

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3.3 Lithium battery replacement

WARNING!
Danger of explosion, if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same type, as supplied by Linear. Dispose of used batteries according to
Environmental Protection codes.
Lithium battery, BT1, is located near the front panel edge. This battery pro-
vides sustaining power to the unit's internal memory to store data and pro-
gramming. This battery has a ten-year operating life. The date code of
manufacturing is indicated on the battery itself as a two-letter code.The next
table indicates the date codes applicable from 1990 thru 1995.

YEAR\ J F M A M J J A S O N D
MONTH A E A P A U U U E C O E
N B R R Y N L G P T V C
1990 N R JP O U ZJ P X S L Y TS
J Y T O Y Z A P J
1991 N R J O U Z P X S L Y TJ
Z N R N X O Z J Y A Z
1992 N R J O U Z P X S L Y T
S T O Y T L A N R X S X
1993 N R J O U Z P X S L Y TZ
L A U R N P L U P Y R
1994 N R J O U Z P X S L Y TA
T X A S Z S U A X N L
1995 N R J O U Z P X S L Y T
R S Y P Y U X O L Z X Y
Remember that replacing the battery will result in the loss of any stored data.
Thus, it is essential to download any data stored in the Master Control unit
prior to replacement.

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3.4 Jumpers & connectors (see figure)

The Master Control unit includes several internal jumpers which are set
according to individual requirements. The next figure describes these jumpers
location, as well as the location of connectors on the printed circuit board
assembly.

JUMPER DEFINITION
JP2 EPROM JP5 RAM write protect
-2 CS+WR*
JP3 Output #4 configuration 2-3 CS only
1-2 Normally open
2-3 12 V output (Vs)JP6Lithium Battery*

JP4 Communication standard JP7 Station Identity:

to host A _ MSB
1-2 RS-485 B
2-3 RS-422C _ LSB
D _ reset

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* Factory connection

CONNECTOR DEFINITION
J9 Nickel-cadmium battery connector
J10 HOST connector to computer
J13/J14 CONTROLLERS connectors to Access type controllers
J20 Main power input:
L _ line (blue)
G _ ground (green)
N _ neutral (brown)
BZ1 Connection to buzzer

3.5 TROUBLESHOOTING
Once the communication line has been checked, as described in chapter 2,
Network Testing, and application programs have been installed and initial-
ized, the system is ready to operate. A properly operating system will have
the PC address one or more terminals, have the terminal(s) reply and the
response displayed on the PC. The terminal "door " indicator is used to con-
firm a possible problem situation and narrow the cause of the problem. By
blinking red, this indicator shows that there is no communication with the
Master Control unit, either because the terminal is not defined at the Master
Control unit or because there is no physical connection between the two.
In a typical network the connections are: from the PC to the Master Control
unit(s) and from the Master Control unit to the terminal(s).
PC to Master Control Unit
Several messages can be displayed on the PC in case of problems with the PC
to a Master Control unit link. These messages are valid for the TA-3.xx com-
munication program only:

1. "No response from terminal" _ check baud rate, wiring, or identifica-

tion. See notes 1 and 2, below.

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2. "Bad data format" _ there is communication, but there is noise over the
line or there are two terminals with the same address or there is a logic
mistake (wrong program version) in either terminal or in PC. See note
2.
3. "Maximum cards is too large!" _ too many cards were allocated during
the set-up for the particular Master Control unit. Maximum possible is
3500 cards, although this number may vary with future versions of
equipment.
4. "Terminal rejects this set-up" _ check again the set-up in the PC.
Usually the card's first character and the total number of characters is
different than in the Master Control unit or the maximum cards
parameter is not the same in both equipments. Either correct these
factors or reset the Master Control unit via the communication
program, which will cause a loss of data in the memory.
5. "Terminal memory is full" _ a greater number of different cards have
been sent to the Master Control unit than defined by the maximum
cards parameter.
Some of the possible problems with this link are:
-Master Control unit identification was improperly defined, either in the Mas-
ter Control itself or during the set-up, in the PC.
Problems with wiring
1. Communication standard (RS-485/RS-422) improperly selected in
Master Control unit. Refer to Chapter 2, Installation, jumper JP4.
2. Communication standard (RS-485/RS-422) improperly selected in
Converter unit.
3. Two Master Control units have the same address or there is another
terminal with the same address on the line.
4. Baud rate must be 9600 bps in the PC set-up.
Master Control unit to Terminals
Several problems can occur with connections between the Master Control
unit and the terminals connected to it. These are:
1. Identification of the terminal is incorrect. Thus, the Master Control will
not address it.

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2. Two terminals have the same address. The Master Control unit sends
out messages to both and receives answers from both. In this case the
indicator on the terminals toggles continuously from red to green.
Wiring problems
Baud rate in the terminal(s) must be set to 19,200 bps. This is the rate of data
transmission between the Master Control unit and the terminals.
Notes
1. One or more terminals have incorrect address programmed internally
by jumpers JP1 or the incorrect address for this (these) problem termi-
nal(s) has been programmed in the PC. Two terminals have the same
address.
2. Check wiring from the PC to the terminal(s).

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Appendix -Network configuration

Using Master in network communication can be implemented as follows:
When your PC and Master subnet masks are identical, setting-up Master
Ethernet is done by using a Telnet program. When using a different subnet
mask you may:
1. Change your PC IP address to be compatible with the Master subnet
mask (for example: 192.168.0.10) then use telnet or :
2. Use ARP protocol to enable access to telnet commands and then setup
the required Master IP (from CoBox version 4.5 only!).

Note: In order for the ARP command to work on Windows, the ARP table
on the PC must have at least one IP address defined other than its
own. If the ARP table is empty, the command will return an error
message. Type ARP -A at the DOS command prompt to verify that
there is at least one entry in the ARP table.
If the local machine is the only entry, ping another IP address on
your network to build a new entry in the ARP table; the IP address
must be a host other than the machine on which you are working.
Newly dispatched Masters default IP Address is 192.168.0.2.

Note: In order to avoid IP’s conflict make sure no other user shares your
IP Address:
- Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the Master.
- Ping to Master IP or new terminal’s default IP.
- If the IP address is confirmed, someone is using this address and
you can’t use it for the Master.
- If this IP address is rejected, connect the Master and retry
pinging.
- In case the master IP is confirmed you may setup using Telnet:

Telnet procedures:
• Open Telnet from Windows’ Start menu| Run, then write:
telnet terminal-IP-address 9999
• The device server MAC address and version are displayed. Press Enter.

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• Basic device parameters are displayed (see table next page).

Parameter Value Comment

Baudrate 9600
I/F Mode 4C
Flow 00
Port No. 5000 In Windows XP port 5000 might be occupied by
another program. Choose a different port.
Connect Mode C0
Remote IP 0.0.0.0.
Remote Port 0000
Disconnmode 00
FlushMode A0
Pack Cntrl 00
DisConnTime 00:00
SendChar 1 00
SendChar 2 00

You are requested to choose the relevant setup:

0 - Server configuration - Refers to IP address
1 - Channel 1 configuration- Refers to - communication settings
5 - Expert settings - Refrers to the recommended network refresh
timeout
6 - Security -Do not change
7 - Factory defaults - Do not change
8 - Exit without save
9 - Save and exit
• Click 1 and Enter.
From master ethernet card version 4.5
• Click 5 (for Expert settings) + Enter.

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• Change “TCP keepalive time in s” to 45

• Click 9 for save and exit
From master ethernet card version 5.1ab
• Click 5 (for Expert settings) + Enter.
• Change “TCP keepalive time in s” to 45
• Change “ARPcheck timeout in s” to 30
• Click 9 for save and exit

Using ARP Command

In order to use the ARP IP setting commands you should know the Ethernet
MAC address (Start from paragraph 5). If you do not know the MAC address
do the follows:
1. Open the terminal cover.
2. Remove the Ethernet card and write the MAC address (indicated on a
sticker), i.e: 00-20-4A-54-5A-12.
3. Connect the Ethernet card.
4. Connect the Master to your local network or to HUB that connects to the
PC you wish to use.
5. Use Windows Start menu| Run or DOS and run “arp -s (New IP) (MAC
address)”
6. Run Telnet (new IP) port 1.
7. Run Telnet according to Telnet procedures.
8. Try communicating using the new address.

ARP example:
Terminal MAC address: 00-20-4A-54-5A-12
Requested IP: 192.168.2.128
Commands format should be:
arp -s 192.168.2.128 00-20-4A-54-5A-12

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telnet 192.168.2.128 1 - A “Connection failure” message appears - ignor it!

telnet 192.168.2.128 9999
Edit 0 - Server configuration
Change Master IP address to new IP.
Run Telnet according to Telnet procedures.
Exit and save.

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