Chapter 2
Chapter 2 installation Guideline 2
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2.2 Basic configuration and hook-up
Before placing a module in an existing network, the module should be
configured. Though all modules are initially configured at the factory, it
is recommended to check if the baud rate is set correctly beforehand.
Default Factory Settings
Baud rate: 9600 Bit/sec.
Address: 01 (hexadecimal)
The basic hook-up for module configuration is shown below.
Figure 2-2 Basic Hook-up of ADAM Module to Host Switches
The following items are required to configure a module: an ADAM
converter module, a personal computer with RS-232 port (baud rate set
to 9600) and the ADAM utility software.
Grounding Protection
Grounding is one of the most important issues for our system. Just like
Frame Ground of the computer, this signal offers a reference point of the
electronic circuit inside the computer. If we want to communicate with
this computer, both Signal Ground and Frame Ground should be