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Comtrol DEVICE MASTER RTS - User Manual

Comtrol DEVICE MASTER RTS
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Hardware Installation and
Configuration

Table of Contents

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Summary

Hardware Installation

How to Use this Document

Explains how to navigate and use the interactive Table of Contents.

Installation Overview

Describes the DeviceMaster RTS and links to installation procedures for models.

RTS 1-Port Installation

Procedure for installing the RTS 1-Port device.

RTS 4;8-Port Installation

Procedure for installing the RTS 4 or RTS 8 devices.

RTS 16-Port Installation - External Power Supply

Procedure for installing the RTS 16 with external power.

RTS 16;32 RM Installation - Internal Power Supply

Procedure for installing the RTS 16/32RM with internal power.

Adding a Unit to an Existing Installation

Steps to add another DeviceMaster RTS to an existing configuration.

Replacing Hardware

Procedure to replace an existing RTS with another unit.

Configuring the Network Setup

Default Network Settings

Lists the default IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

Programming the IP Address

Details the procedure for configuring the RTS unit's IP address.

Configuring for MAC Address Usage

Explains how to use MAC addressing for RTS communication.

Locating the NS-Link Drivers and Installation Documentation

Provides links and instructions for obtaining NS-Link drivers and documentation.

Connecting Serial Devices

Connecting Devices

Procedure to connect asynchronous serial devices to RTS ports.

Building Cables for Serial Devices

Guides on building custom null-modem and straight-through serial cables.

Building Null-Modem Cables (RS-232)

Pinout and wiring for constructing RS-232 null-modem cables.

Building Null-Modem Cables (RS-422)

Pinout and wiring for constructing RS-422 null-modem cables.

Building Straight-Through Cables (RS-232;485)

Pinout and wiring for constructing RS-232/485 straight-through cables.

RTS Connector Pinouts

DB9 Connector Pinouts

Pinout information for DB9 serial port connectors on the RTS.

Building Additional DB9 Loopback Plugs

Instructions for building DB9 female loopback plugs for testing.

RJ45 Connector Pinouts

Pinout information for RJ45 serial port connectors on the RTS.

Building Additional RJ45 Loopback Plugs

Instructions for building RJ45 serial port loopback plugs.

Building an RS-485 Test Cable

Instructions for building an RS-485 test cable.

RTS Specifications

Electromagnetic Compliances

Lists electromagnetic compliance standards the RTS family adheres to.

Power Supply Specifications

Details specifications for external power supplies for RTS models.

Hardware Specifications

Environmental Specifications

Notices

Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105)

Explains FCC regulations regarding radio frequency interference.

Labeling Requirements (FCC 15.19)

Details FCC labeling requirements for the device.

Modifications (FCC 15.21)

Discusses user authority regarding equipment modifications.

Serial Cables (FCC 15.27)

Certification details for serial cables used with the device.

Underwriters Laboratory

States that the equipment is Underwriters Laboratory "UL" listed.

Important Safety Information

Provides critical safety warnings for handling electrical equipment.

Troubleshooting and Technical Support

Troubleshooting Checklist

A checklist to help diagnose common problems with the RTS device.

General Troubleshooting

NS-Link Driver Troubleshooting

Daisy-Chaining DeviceMaster RTS 4;8;16 Units

Technical Support

Appendix A. RTS 1-Port Embedded System Installation

Installation Overview

Outlines the basic steps for installing the RTS 1-Port Embedded system.

Building the Serial Ribbon Cable

Detailed instructions for building a DB9 serial ribbon cable for the RTS.

Mounting the RTS

Attaching the Network and Serial Cables

Connecting the Power and Verifying Installation

Comtrol DEVICE MASTER RTS Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerComtrol
ModelDEVICE MASTER RTS
CategoryServer
ConnectivityWired
Power SupplyExternal AC adapter

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