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Echelon SLTA-10 User Manual

Echelon SLTA-10
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SLTA-10 Adapter
User’s Guide
Revision 1
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C o r p o r a t i o n
078-0160-01B

Table of Contents

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Echelon SLTA-10 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEchelon
ModelSLTA-10
CategoryAdapter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SLTA-10 Adapter Hardware

SLTA-10 Adapter Switches, Indicators, and Connectors

Identifies and describes the function of external switches, LEDs, and connectors on the adapter.

ESD Warning for SLTA-10 Adapter

Provides critical safety instructions regarding static electricity and component handling.

Connecting Power to SLTA-10 Adapter

Explains various methods for powering the SLTA-10 Adapter.

Cabling and Connections

Connecting SLTA-10 Adapter to a PC

Guides connecting the adapter to a PC's serial port using DB-9 or DB-25 connectors.

Connecting SLTA-10 Adapter to a Modem

Details using null modem cables to connect the SLTA-10 Adapter to a modem.

Hardware Configuration

Configuring SLTA-10 Adapter Hardware

Explains how to configure the adapter's hardware using its eight-position DIP switch block.

Interface Link Protocol Control (Switch1/CFG3)

Configures the link protocol (ALERT/ACK or Buffered) for MIP mode.

Modem Support (Switch 2/CFG2)

Controls whether the adapter operates in modem mode or local host mode.

Network Disable (Switch3/CFG1)

Manages network communication enablement/disablement after a reset.

Serial Network Services Interface (Switch4/NSI)

Selects between the NSI Mode and MIP Mode firmware.

Autobaud (AB) Configuration

Enables automatic baud rate detection for serial communication.

Serial Bit Rate Configuration

Sets the SLTA-10 Adapter's serial bit rate.

SLTA-10 NSI Mode Software

Windows NT Software Installation Procedure

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the NSI mode software on Windows NT.

SLTA-10 MIP Mode Software

Installing SLTA-10 MIP Mode Adapter Software

Guides users through installing the MIP mode software for DOS and Windows.

Using Windows NT Driver and SLTALink Manager with SLTA-10 NSI Mode

SLTA-10 Adapter Diagnostics

Guides users on accessing and utilizing the diagnostic screen for testing and status checks.

Using the DOS Driver with SLTA-10 MIP Mode

Installing the SLTA-10 MIP Mode DOS Driver

Provides instructions for installing the DOS driver by modifying the CONFIG.SYS file.

Serial Bit Rate Options for DOS Driver

Covers setting the serial bit rate for communication between the PC and the adapter.

DOS Device Options Configuration

Details configuring COM port assignments and device names for the DOS driver.

Initialization and Installation

Initializing an SLTA-10 Adapter

Covers the essential steps for initializing the SLTA-10 Adapter after power-up or reset.

Installing SLTA-10 Adapter on a Network

Guides the process of installing the adapter as a node on a LONWORKS network.

Using the SLTA-10 Adapter with a Modem

Using the Host Connect Utility with SLTA-10 MIP Mode

Modem Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting a Modem Link

Offers solutions for common problems encountered with modem links.

Modem Not Answering or Picking Up

Addresses issues when the modem fails to auto-answer incoming calls.

Modems Will Not Connect

Provides guidance on troubleshooting modems that fail to establish a connection.

SLTA-10 Adapter to Host Link Fails Completely

Identifies the likely causes for a complete failure of the adapter-to-host link.

SLTA-10 Adapter to Host Link Fails Partially

Discusses causes for partial link failures, such as timeouts or driver issues.

Modem Configuration String Has No Effect

Provides solutions when the modem does not respond to configuration strings.