Keyscan NETCOM2 User Manual

NETCOM2 - Rev. B Installation Guide
This guide outlines how to install and program the NETCOM2 Rev. B. The NETCOM2 Rev. B
is a serial to Ethernet converter that utilizes an embedded TCP/IP device server and
requires an assigned static IP address as noted below under Before You Start. The
NETCOM2 Rev. B mounts inside the ACU/ECU enclosure. For mounting locations within the
ACU enclosure, refer to the 11 x 17 sheet that accompanied the control board or the
Technical Guide on the Keyscan Product Documentation Library CD.
New - Network Programming / Selectable DIP Switches
The NETCOM2 Rev. B is a redesigned version of the NETCOM2. You can now program the
NETCOM2 Rev. B using a local network connection from a server/laptop which has the
Keyscan NETCOM Utility installed.
In conjunction with its network programming capability, the NETCOM2 Rev. B has DIP
switches for setting one of the embedded programming IP addresses and selecting the bit
rate that matches the control boards on the communication loop. The DIP switches (S2)
are reviewed on page 5.
Before You Start
 Verify that you have all the parts as outlined below
 Obtain a static IP address, Subnet Mask, and, if applicable, a Gateway from the
network administrator for each NETCOM2 Rev. B. Space for recording addresses is
provided at the back
 You may require the assistance of the network administrator for programming the
NETCOM2 Rev. B
 Ensure that you install the latest Keyscan NETCOM Utility, which is on the enclosed
CD, on a server/laptop that has a local network connection to the NETCOM2 Rev. B
Contents
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Programming Connection Methods
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Section 1 – Install/Configure the NETCOM2 Rev. B
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Switches S1, S2 & S3
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Embedded Programming IP Address
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Bit Rate Settings
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Steps to Install and Configure the NETCOM2 Rev. B
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Section 2 - Install the NETCOM Program Tool Utility and Program the NETCOM
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Steps to Program the NETCOM2 Rev. B
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Manually Configure a NETCOM Serially
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Specifications
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Address Settings
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Parts
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NETCOM2 Rev. B
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Utilities and Drivers CD
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Keyscan NETCOM2 Specifications

General

Brand	Keyscan
Model	NETCOM2
Category	Media Converter
Language	English

Summary

Section 1 Install and Configure the NETCOM2 Rev. B

Switches S1, S2, S3 Configuration

Details the function and settings of DIP switches S1, S2, and S3 for device configuration.

Embedded Programming IP Address Setup

Explains how to select and set an embedded programming IP address for network connection.

NETCOM2 Rev. B Bit Rate Setting

Describes how DIP switches S2.2 & S2.3 configure the NETCOM2 Rev. B's bit rate.

Steps to Install and Configure the NETCOM2 Rev. B

Provides a step-by-step guide for installing and configuring the NETCOM2 Rev. B unit.

Section 2 Install Keyscan NETCOM Utility and Program

IP Address Examples

Provides examples of valid server IP addresses for network communication.

Steps to Set a Static IP Address for the Server/Laptop

Outlines the procedure to configure a static IP address on the server/laptop for the utility.

Steps to Program NETCOM2 Rev. B

Details the process of programming the NETCOM2 Rev. B using the installed Keyscan utility.

Manually Configure the NETCOM2 Rev. B Serially

Specifications and Address Settings

Address Settings

Lists required fields for device configuration such as IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway.