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OWNER'S MANUAL
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DS SERIES DATA SWITCH
FOR MODELS
DS3
DS6
DS9
BayTech Manual Publication #U140A121-04
July 1998

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BayTech DS3 Specifications

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BrandBayTech
ModelDS3
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LanguageEnglish

Summary

INTRODUCTION TO THE DATA SWITCH (DS) SERIES

PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES OF THE DS MODULES

Lists user-programmable features for DS71/DS71-MD2 host modules, including serial port settings and device identification.

DS-SERIES QUICK START

EIA-232 SERIAL CONNECTION

Instructions for connecting the DS-Series to a computer using an EIA-232 serial connection and setting communication parameters.

OPERATION AND MAIN MENU ACCESS

Details on powering on the DS-Series module and accessing the main menu interface.

SELECTING A DEVICE

Explains how to select a device from the main menu or using ASCII character strings.

DS SERIES MODULE CONFIGURATION

Guide to accessing the configuration menu for different DS modules (DS71, DS74, DS73).

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING AND SITE PREPARATION

Procedures for unpacking, checking contents, and preparing the installation site for the DS-Series unit.

POWER GUIDELINES

Safety precautions and guidelines for powering the DS-Series unit, including grounding and module replacement.

CABLING

MJ-45 CABLES AND ADAPTERS

Information on MJ-45 ports, crossed modular cables, and adapters for connecting EIA-232 devices.

DS73TP ETHERNET CONNECTION

Instructions for connecting the DS73TP module to a network hub using a 10Base-T cable.

MODEM CONNECTIONS

Guidance on connecting external modems to the DS71-MD2 host module using RJ-11 and MJ-45 ports.

CABLE AND ADAPTER DIAGRAMS

Illustrations and part numbers for crossed 8-pin modular cables and DE-9 PC serial port adapters.

DETAILED OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION

CONNECTING TO THE DS-SERIES DATA SWITCH

Detailed steps for connecting the DS71 Host Module to EIA-232 devices using various adapters and cables.

INTERNAL MODEM CONNECTION (DS71-MD2 ONLY)

Instructions for using the DS71-MD2's internal modem for remote access, including priority over serial ports.

EXTERNAL MODEM CONNECTION

Steps for connecting an external modem to the DS71 or DS71-MD2 via EIA-232 serial port and telco jack.

10BASE-T NETWORK PORT CONNECTION

Guide to connecting the DS73TP module to a network hub via a 10Base-T Ethernet connection.

OPERATION AND MAIN MENU ACCESS

How to power on the DS-Series unit and access its main menu interface, showing example menus for DS71 and DS71-MD2.

SELECTING A DEVICE

Explains two methods for selecting a device: menu-driven and ASCII character string, with examples.

BINARY MODE OPERATION

How to place a port in binary mode for reliable data transmission and how to terminate it.

PPP DIAL-UP CONNECTION

Steps for establishing a PPP connection using Windows 95 Dial-Up Networking with the DS73TP module.

DS71 OR DS71-MD2 CONFIGURATION

Guide to configuring DS71/DS71-MD2 modules via menu selection or ASCII string commands, detailing menu options.

STATUS

How to view the status of user-programmable features by selecting the 'Status' option in the configuration menu.

SERIAL PORT CONFIGURATION

Details on translating data for different serial configurations and default settings for DS-Series host modules.

PORT DEVICE NAME

How to assign a user-programmable name to identify ports on DS71/DS71-MD2 modules for easier management.

PORT SELECT CODE

Defines the ASCII character string used to select an I/O port on a DS74 module, with default value '$BT'.

ATTENTION CHARACTER

Describes the character used to invoke the main menu and how to change the default semicolon.

DISCONNECT TIME GUARD

Feature to provide reliable binary data transmission by adding a timeguard after receiving the attention character.

CONNECT PORT ID ECHO

Enables identification of module and port number upon connection, allowing echo of module/port or device name.

LOGIN SETUP

Configures how the host modem responds upon login, including header, menu, password, and auto-connect port settings.

HEADER CONFIGURATION

Enables or disables the header displayed upon login, showing its default status and how to change it.

PASSWORD CONFIGURATION

Guides on changing or enabling/disabling password protection for login and configuration access.

MENU CONFIGURATION

Explains how to enable/disable the main menu upon login, and its interaction with auto-connect features.

AUTO CONNECT PORT CONFIGURATION

Details on configuring automatic connection to a specific port upon login or power-up, with usage notes for different models.

DCD LOGON/LOGOFF (DS71 only)

Explains the DCD Logon/Logoff feature which prevents unwanted modem connections by requiring login.

LOCAL MODEM SETUP (DS71-MD2 ONLY)

Configuration options for the DS71-MD2's internal modem, including rings to answer, Xon/Xoff, and timeouts.

UNIT ID

How to set or change the unique identifier for the DS-Series module, which appears in the main menu.

I/O MODULES RESET

Procedure to reset power to all I/O ports on peripheral modules using the 'RM' command.

UNIT RESET

Steps for resetting the DS-Series unit using menu or ASCII commands, noting that it terminates connections but not selections.

DS74 CONFIGURATION

SERIAL PORT CONFIGURATION (DS74)

Details on programming serial port parameters (1-8) for the DS74 module, including saving changes.

PORT DEVICE NAME (DS74)

Instructions for setting a port device name for the DS74 module, which works as previously described.

DS73TP CONFIGURATION

MODULE IP ADDRESS

Procedure to configure the DS73TP's IP address, required before network access.

DIAL-UP IP ADDRESS

Configuration of the Dial-Up IP Address for the DS73TP, which must differ from the Module IP Address.

SUBNET MASK

Setting the Subnet Mask for the DS73TP, crucial for network access and packet routing.

GATEWAY ADDRESS

Configuring the Gateway address for the DS73TP, necessary for connecting to external networks.

PRIMARY DNS

Setting the Primary Domain Name System server address for the DS73TP for name resolution.

SECONDARY DNS

Setting the Secondary Domain Name System server address for the DS73TP for redundancy.

PRIMARY NBNS

Configuring the Primary Net BIOS Name Server address for the DS73TP for network name resolution.

SECONDARY NBNS

Configuring the Secondary Net BIOS Name Server address for the DS73TP for network name resolution.

USER NAME CONFIGURATION

Setting the user name required for network connections, noting that it is case-sensitive.

PASSWORD CONFIGURATION

Setting the password required for network connections and configuration access, noting it is case-sensitive.

MODULE NAME CONFIGURATION

Assigning a unique name to the DS73TP module for identification purposes during connections.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

EQUIPMENT SETUP DETAILS

A table to record DS-Series unit model, serial numbers, module details, adapters, cables, and software program.

REPACKAGING, SHIPPING AND RETURNING TO THE FACTORY

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPACKAGING AND SHIPPING

Steps for returning the unit for service, upgrade, or repair, including obtaining a Return Authorization Number.

FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFACE STATEMENT

APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS

APPENDIX B MODEM COMMAND SUMMARY

U.S. ROBOTIC MODEM COMMANDS

Summary of common AT commands for U.S. Robotic modems, including their interpretations.

ROCKWELL CHIP SET MODEM COMMANDS

Summary of common AT commands for Rockwell chip set modems, similar to U.S. Robotic commands.

APPENDIX C WINDOWS 95 DIAL-UP NETWORKING TUTORIAL

MY COMPUTER AND MAKE NEW CONNECTION

Steps within Windows 95 to initiate a new dial-up connection, including naming and modem selection.

CONNECTION PROPERTIES AND DIAL-UP NETWORKING

Configuring connection properties like server type, protocols, and TCP/IP settings for PPP connections.

POST DIAL TERMINAL SCREEN

Displays the menu that appears after a successful connection to the DS73TP module.

APPENDIX D - DRAWINGS

MECHANICAL LAYOUTS

Diagrams showing the mechanical layout of DS71, DS71-MD2, DS74, and DS73 modules.

FACEPLATE LAYOUTS

Diagrams showing the front panel layout of DS71, DS71-MD2, DS73TP, and DS74 modules.

APPENDIX E EPROM UPGRADE

APPENDIX F ASCII CHARACTER DEFINITION

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