Installing the MERLIN Identifier System
6.
7.
8.
Set up the Administrative PC’s communications software as
a direct connection with the following parameters:
Port: COM1 or COM2 to match physical connection
Speed: 1200 bps
Data length: 8 bits
Stop Bits: 1 bit
Parity: none
Duplex: full
Plug the 9 volt 1 ampere transformer power cord into the
MERLIN Identifier Control Unit port labeled “9V-DC” and
the transformer into an AC power outlet.
The MERLIN Identifier Control Unit power LED should light
and the
ENTER PASSWORD
prompt should display on the
Administrative PC screen.
Install the MERLIN Identifier Control Unit cover by sliding
into position from the top.
Connecting a Serial Printer
Depending on your MERLIN Identifier system requirements, you
may also want to connect a serial printer to the MERLIN Identifier
Control Unit to collect Caller ID information.
The serial printer can be situated in the same room as the
MERLIN Identifier Control Unit, or located in another room. If you
want to locate the serial printer in another room, you will need to
install a jack near the MERLIN Identifier Control Unit and another
jack near the serial printer, and run an inside wire between the
two jacks before using the procedure that follows.
To connect the serial printer to the MERLIN Identifier Control Unit,
refer to Figure 7 and follow the steps below:
1.
Unplug the the MERLIN Identifier Control Unit power cord
and the printer’s or PC’s power cord.
STEP 6:
Connecting Administrative Components
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