Rotem P-COMM-V1 - Communicator Controller Connectivity; Network Connection Configuration

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6 COMMUNICATOR TO CONTROLLER FUNCTIONS
The following sections detail how to configure the connections between Communicator and the
controllers (local communication).
• Network Connection Configuration, page 26
• RS-232 Connection, page 28
• RS-485 Connection, page 30
• RF Connection, page 33
• Channel/Signal Tests, page 34
6.1 Network Connection Configuration
The following sections detail how to configure the baud rate and communication between the
Communicator (master) and its subunits (slaves). Communication can be via RS-232, RS-485, or RF.
• Routing Methods, page 26 • Configuring the Channel Settings, page 27
• Displaying the Controllers, page 28 • Listing the Network Devices, page 28
6.1.1 Routing Methods
There are two common routing methods for running the communications connections; Daisy Chain
(recommended) and Star connection (not recommended).
Figure 1: Daisy Chain
Figure 2: Daisy and Star Combination
Figure 3: Star Routing
NOTE: Employing a Rotem RS-232 or RS-485 Repeater enables Star routing. Refer to the relevant
manuals for details.