FP Modem-EU Technical Manual
1.2 Important Functions of the FP Modem-EU
1.2 Important Functions of the FP Modem-EU
• Dialing method: pulse and tone dialing (see "Steps for Establishing and Terminating a
Connection" on page 35)
• Transmission standards V.17, V.21, V.22, V.22bis, V.23, V.27ter, V.29, V.32, V.32bis
(see "
Communication Methods and Protocols" on page 51)
• Error correction methods: V.42, LAPM, MNP4 (see "
Error Correction and Data
Compression
" on page 52)
• Data compression methods: MNP5, V.42bis (see "
Error Correction and Data
Compression
" on page 52)
• RS232C baud rate 600 to 115200 bps, automatic baud rate detection and fixed
communication settings (see "
Transmission Modes" on page 48)
• Automatic baud rate detection can be disabled for PLC (tool port) connections with
AT*W (see "
Command Tables" on page 68).
• Hayes compatible, extended AT command set (see "
Command Tables" on page 68)
• PLC <-> PC communication: You can use the modem for remote programming and
monitoring (dial-up and leased line mode ) with Panasonic PLCs of the FP-Series.
• PLC <-> PLC communication: Communication can also be carried out via COM-Port
with the help of the FPWIN Pro Library "Modem". This library contains a multitude of
function blocks and examples with various purposes.
• The modem is tested according to CTR21 (dialing modem) and CTR15
(leased line mode). CTR21 and CTR15 are identical with TBR21 and TBR15.
See CE mark. The modem can be used in the following countries:
Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Finland, France, Greece, Ireland, Iceland, Italy,
Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Austria, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland,
Spain, United Kingdom (UK). The modem is not licensed for the US!
• The connection for the framing ground (FG with green cable) has to be
connected! There is no guarantee on defects resulting from non-compliance!
• Furthermore, there is no guarantee on damages resulting from lightning
strikes (also the indirect consequences thereof). Appropriate lightning
protection is recommended.
• An RJ12-RJ12 cable is included in the FP Modem-EU unit package. To
connect to the country-specific telephone jack you have to get a national
adapter. You can purchase a national adapter in one of your local telephone
shops.
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