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1. COM 3 Add VSP Remove VSP Add configure and remove Virtual Serial Ports VSPs Dk Cancel Figure 1 Virtual Serial Port Manager Amendment to Section 7 EjProperties irtual Serial Port 3 setting PotNumer cou 71 settings Destination Device IP Port 192 168 0 39 0 Figure A2 Virtual Serial Port Properties In section 7 1 on page 11 steps 5 6 and 7 are replaced by the following 5 Connect the ETHERNET port of your FC 1ETHN to a LAN using a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors You can control from up to three computers each with the Kramer Windows control software 6 Run the Kramer Windows control software to control the Kramer machine from each computer When working with a non Kramer device use their existing PC software or the Microsoft HyperTerminal 7 Inthe K Router Port window choose the COM port according to the number of your virtual Serial port In section 7 1 on page 11 Figure 6 is replaced by the following x R5 232 Connection rLocal Computer setting C COM 1 C COM2 4 5 C COMGE COM COM8 COMI COM 10 C COM 11 12 Cancel Figure A3 Choosing the COM Port A2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Introduction 1 Introduction Dedication by Kramer Electronics since 1981 to t2. VS 3000 VS 3000 RS 232 RS 232 Serial Cable Serial Cable Master Routing Mode Master Routing Mode INTERNET M RS 232 Serial Cable Kramer Machine i E Master Routing Mode Figure 5 Connecting the FC 1ETHN in the Master Routing Mode Controlling Kramer Machines via Ethernet using the FC 1ETHN You can use your FC 1ETHN to control a Kramer machine from computers that connect to a LAN see section 7 1 or via a controller see section 7 2 1 As well as via an Internet connection 10 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Controlling Kramer Machines via Ethernet using 7 1 Controlling a Kramer Machine via a Computer To control a Kramer machine via three computers as the example in Figure 4 illustrates do the following 1 Configure the to the Slave Routing Mode see section 6 2 Set all the DIPs to OFF 3 Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity 4 Connect the RS 232 port of your Kramer machine to the RS 232 port of the via a Null modem alternatively connect the RS 485 port of your Kramer machine to the port of the FC 1ETHN 5 Connect the ETHERNET port of your FC 1ETHN to a LAN using a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors You can control from up to three computers each with the Kramer K Router Windows control so
3. software see section 5 1 and choose the COM port that is appropriate for your computer from the FC 1ETHN Configuration Manager window see section 5 2 4 Click the Search button or the Action menu s Search Board command The MAC Address for the found appears in the Device List 5 Change the settings and then click the Setting button or the Action menu s Setting command to apply the settings Note be aware that this will alter the IP settings in the FC 1ETHN 6 Setthe CONFIG DIP DIP 4 to OFF Leave the other three DIPs set to OFF 7 Disconnect the power to the FC 1ETHN and then reconnect it 1 The serial mode is always available even if the FC 1ETHN is not correctly setup whereas the Ethernet mode is not separate mode and can proceed in parallel with the normal operation of the FC IETHN 2 See item 3 in Table 2 3 485 TERM DIP 3 RESET DIP 2 and REPROG DIP 1 KRAMER Configuring the FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller 6 2 Configuring the FC 1ETHN via its ETHERNET port You can configure the via its ETHERNET port To configure the FC 1ETHN via ETHERNET do the following 1 Connect the ETHERNET port of the FC 1ETHN to the LAN port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors as Table 4 defines Table 4 Crossover Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Side 1 Side 2 PIN Wire Color PIN Wire Color 1 White orange 1 Whi
4. the unit 1 REPROG Used to upgrade the firmware 4 RS 232 port Connects to the RS 232 DB 9 port on a Kramer or other device or PC 5 A B G RS 485 port Connects to the RS 485 port on a Kramer or other device PIN A connects to the A PIN PIN B connects to the B PIN and PIN G connects to the G Ground PIN 6 ONLED when receiving power 7 100M LED Lights when the speed is 100M 8 10M LED Lights when the speed is 10M 9 STATUS LED Ready for communication if one STATUS LED flashes communication 10 STATUS LED already exists if both STATUS LEDs flash KRAMER Using the Kramer Configuration Manager Software 5 Using the Kramer Configuration Manager Software This section describes How to install and run Configuration Manager software see section 5 1 e The Configuration Manager Window features see section 5 2 5 1 Installing and Running the Kramer Configuration Manager Software To install the Kramer Configuration Manager software e Insert the CD ROM in the CD ROM drive double click the Setup exe file and follow the on screen instructions To run the Kramer Configuration Manager software for the first time 1 Click the appropriate shortcut in the Start menu s Programs folder The Choose Port window appears as follows Choose Port r Number C COM1 C CO0M2 C COM3 Figure 2 Choose Port Window 2 Choose the LAN port for configuration via Ethern
5. version on a FC 1ETHN unit do the following 1 Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on the FC 1ETHN to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 COM port on your PC It is recommended that you use COM port 2 However if your computer has only one COM port open the file FCI ETHN cfg located at C Program Files Kramer Flash FC1ETHN cfg in Notepad and change set port COM to set port COMI 2 Connect the power on the FC 1ETHN unit 3 Setthe DIP 1 REPROG to ON 8 3 Upgrading Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Double click the desktop icon Shortcut to FLIP EXE The Splash screen appears as follows AIMEL pe a h FLexible in ayatem Programmer o go Coch 2002 Reserved 148371003631 Selection endo Figure 7 Splash Screen 2 After a few seconds the Splash screen is replaced by the Atmel Flip window 1 The software is preset for use with COM port 2 l 13 KRAMER Flash Memory Upgrade Figure 8 Atmel Flip Window 3 Press the keyboard shortcut key F4 or select the Read Configuration command from the File menu or press the keys Alt FR The Open Configuration File window appears FCIETHN CFG Figure 9 Open Configuration File Select Window 4 Choose the file FCIETHN cfg by double clickin
6. ETH is an easy to use compact bi directional hardware and software interface system for controlling most Kramer RS 232 and or RS 485 controllable machines via Ethernet LAN as well as via the Internet 1 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com manuals html 2 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com click Cables and Connectors in the Products section KRAMER Overview In particular the e Offers network connectivity that lets you connect a Kramer or other device via its RS 232 or RS 485 port to the Ethernet LAN network e Lets you control an RS 232 RS 485 device via Ethernet from a PC set to Slave routing mode or other protocol compatible remote controller e Lets you control a device from up to three Ethernet points PCs or remote controllers e Includes Windows based Configuration Management software for serial and network programming including routing mode settings network settings serial settings and destination device settings e Is compatible with the latest Kramer K Router Windows based control software version 4 0 or higher whose user friendly interface now allows Kramer switchers to be controlled via Ethernet e Supports easy dial up and Internet system remote control requiring only a dedicated IP address and a modem in the remote location whether it is a st
7. Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Model FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 3 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual 3 2 Achieving the Best Performance 4 Your FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller 5 Using the Kramer Configuration Manager Software 5 1 Installing and Running the Kramer Configuration Manager Software 5 2 Understanding the Kramer Configuration Manager Window 6 Configuring the FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller 6 1 Configuring the FC 1ETHN via its Serial Port 6 2 Configuring the FC 1ETHN via its ETHERNET port 6 3 Routing Data in the Slave and Master Routing Modes 6 3 1 Slave Routing Mode 6 3 2 Master Routing Mode 7 Controlling Kramer Machines via Ethernet using the 7 1 Controlling a Kramer Machine via a Computer 7 2 Controlling a Kramer Machine via a Controller 8 Flash Memory Upgrade 8 1 Downloading from the Internet 8 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 8 3 Upgrading Firmware 9 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller Figure 2 Choose Port Window Figure 3 FC 1ETHN Configuration Manager Window Figure 4 Connecting the FC 1ETHN in the Slave Routing Mode Figure 5 Connecting the FC 1ETHN in the Master Routing Mode Figure 6 Connecting the FC 1ETHN in the Master Routing Mode Figure 7 Splash Screen Figure 8 Atmel Flip Window Figure 9 Open Configuration File Select Windo
8. Shows the progress 9 Status Bar Shows the status 10 Exit Button Closes the Configuration Manager application 11 Version Displays the firmware version number 12 Menu bar File menu s Exit command closes the Configuration Manager application Action menu s Search Board command seeks the FC 1ETHN devices that connect to the PC via the chosen LAN or COM port and displays them and their corresponding settings Action menu s Setting command adjusts the FC 1ETHN according to the displayed data Port menu displays the Choose Port window Set menu is for factory use only click the Password command to enter the password 1 See definition in Table 1 2 The configuration baud is factory preset and fixed at 9600 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Configuring the Ethernet Controller 6 Configuring the FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller This section describes how to configure the FC 1ETHN via its e Serial port see section 6 1 e ETHERNET port see section 6 2 6 1 Configuring the FC 1ETHN via its Serial Port You can configure the FC 1ETHN via its RS 232 port To configure the FC 1ETHN via RS 232 do the following 1 Set the CONFIG DIP DIP 4 to ON Leave the other three DIPs set to OFF 2 Connect the RS 232 port of the FC 1ETHN to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 COM port on your PC 3 Run the Kramer Configuration Manager
9. achine to other components 17 KRAMER KRAMER For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com Updates to this user manual may be found at http www kramerelectronics com manuals html We welcome your questions comments and feedback Kramer Electronics Ltd 3 Am VeOlamo Street Jerusalem 95463 Israel Tel 972 2 654 4000 Fax 972 2 653 5369 E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 104020 REV 1
10. andalone PC or a LAN system e Supports using wireless 802 11b standard based LAN systems for control e Has capability to facilitate a built in Web page server 3 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual Term Definition 802 3 The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP Allows the network administrator to distribute IP addresses from a central point and automatically send a new IP address when an Ethernet point is plugged into a different network location Gateway A network position serving as an entry to another network On the Internet a node or stopping point can be either a gateway node or a host end point node IP Address A 32 binary digit number that identifies each sender or receiver within a network via a particular server or workstation of data HTML pages or e mails that is sent in packets across the Internet Local Area Network LAN Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link which often share a server within a defined geographic area Media Access Control MAC Address A computer s unique hardware number in a LAN or other network On an Ethernet LAN the MAC address is identical to the Ethernet address Transmission Cont
11. ct damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the m
12. efect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain service on you product you must take ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this produ
13. et or the appropriate COM port for configuration via serial cable see section 6 1 and click OK The FC 1ETHN Configuration Manager window see Figure 3 opens To run the Kramer Configuration Manager software subsequently e Click the appropriate shortcut in the Start menu s Programs folder The FC 1ETHN Configuration Manager window see Figure 3 opens 5 2 Understanding the Kramer Configuration Manager Window Figure 3 and Table 3 define the FC 1ETHN Configuration Manager window KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Using the Kramer Configuration Manager Software KRAMER Configuration Manager Figure 3 FC 1ETHN Configuration Manager Window KRAMER Using the Kramer Configuration Manager Software Table 3 FC 1ETHN Configuration Manager Window Functionality Feature Function 1 Device List Displays the MAC Addresses for the FC 1ETHN devices connected via the selected port LAN or COM 2 Master Mode When selected activates the Master mode see section 6 3 2 Check Box When cleared activates the Slave mode see section 6 3 1 3 DHCP When selected automatically configures the FC 1ETHN to obtain an IP address from Mode Check the network administrator via the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP Box When cleared manual configuration of the FC 1ETHN is required to obta
14. ever sends any data in the serial port Ethernet direction before it first receives some data from the remote station that is the data in the Ethernet serial direction Serial data that is received at the serial port of the before the remote station contacts the is discarded In the Slave Mode the will work with any station on the network that contacts it but not more than three stations simultaneously as the example in Figure 4 illustrates mm INTERNET RS 232 Serial Cable P Kramer Machine E 8 Fi 8 A Slave Routing Mod Figure 4 Connecting the FC 1ETHN in the Slave Routing Mode KRAMER Controlling Kramer Machines via Ethernet using the FC 1ETHN 6 3 2 Master Routing Mode In the Master Routing Mode the FC 1ETHN does not wait for the remote station to send the data first and routes the data in the destination device direction as soon as there is data to be sent The data is always sent to a specific destination as defined by the Destination IP address and Destination Data Port Number Settings of the FC 1ETHN Also the FC 1ETHN only accepts the data sent from the remote station whose IP address matches the one set in the Destination IP address The FC 1ETHN will discard the data sent from any other IP See the example illustrated in Figure 5
15. ftware version 4 0 or higher 6 Runthe Kramer K Router Windows control software version 4 0 or higher to control the Kramer machine from each computer Use the Microsoft HyperTerminal if working with a non Kramer device 7 Inthe K Router Port window click the Remote Connection option and set the RemoteHost and RemotePort as per the FC 1ETHN configuration x C Local Connection xt iUo ae o Si Sf Remote Connection Remote Settings RemoteHost 192 168 0 39 RemotePort 1001 OK Cancel Apply Figure 6 Connecting the FC 1ETHN in the Master Routing Mode 1 Connect PIN A to the A PIN PIN B to the PIN and PIN to the G Ground PIN 11 KRAMER Flash Memory Upgrade 7 2 Controlling a Kramer Machine via a Controller To control a Kramer machine via two VS 3000 controllers as the Master Mode example in Figure 5 illustrates do the following 1 Configure each FC 1ETHN to the Master Routing Mode see section 6 2 Setall the DIPs to OFF on each FC 1ETHN 3 Connect the RS 232 port of your Kramer machine to the RS 232 port of a FC 1ETHN via a Null modem alternatively connect the RS 485 port of your Kramer machine to port of the FC IETHN and connect the ETHERNET port of that to a LAN 4 Connect the ETHERNET port of another FC 1ETHN to the same LAN and connect the RS 232 port of the controller to the RS 232 port of that FC 1ETHN a
16. g it If COM 2 was not selected see section 8 2 an RS 232 error message appears In the Atmel Flip window the Operations Flow column is disabled and crosses appear in the third column Pru ES J ai P zi zi poor zi 5 Figure 10 Atmel Flip Window RS 232 Communication 14 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Flash Memory Upgrade 5 Click OK and press the keyboard shortcut key F3 or select the Communication RS232 command from the Settings menu or press the keys Alt SCR The RS232 window appears Change the COM port RS232 2 s xd 1 Pot TN T Manual Syne Figure 11 RS 232 Window 6 Click Connect In the Atmel Flip window in the Operations Flow column the Run button is active and the name of the chip appears as the name of the third column 789 5 1 2 Verify that in the Buffer Information column HEX File FCIETHN hex appears Almal Flip 1 8 8 fa F hs p F Pogon lid he a Sens Number 558 p 6 Leo oe FE l fer toot 173 Figure 12 Atmel Flip Window Connected 7 Chck Run After each stage in the operation is completed the check box for that stage becomes colored green When the operation is completed all 4 check boxes will be colored green and the status bar message Memory Verify Pass appears 1 See also the blue progress ind
17. he development and manufacture of high quality video audio equipment makes the Kramer line an integral part of the finest production and presentation facilities in the world In recent years Kramer has redesigned and upgraded most of the line making the best even better The Kramer line of professional video audio electronics is one of the most versatile and complete available and is a true leader in terms of quality workmanship price performance ratio and innovation In addition to the FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller we also offer excellent switchers and matrices distribution amplifiers presentation processors interfaces remote controllers and computer related products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer TOOLS FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller which is ideal for use with Ethernet RS 232 interface and Ethernet RS 485 interface The package includes the following items FC IETHN Ethernet Controller e Power adapter 12V DC Input e Windows based control software and Configuration Manager software Null modem adapter This user manual and the Kramer concise product catalog CD 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 3 Overview The high performance FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller an upgrade on the FC 1
18. icator on the status bar 2 If an error message Not Finished shows click Run again 15 KRAMER Technical Specifications Atmel Flip 1 8 8 21615 Device Settro pire Operations Buter TescsthO2 Eu Eius 5 F fue Devieeld or Range 0 0 Deeeda Black Check Ho Rassi Defers Loading Hause Be TE 24 FCIETHN hex 4 50 Fiet Decet Sotal Number Dence 58 E Unio C Set Special yes Umi LET Js sd Memory Vendy Pans 9600 Figure 13 Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed 8 Close the Atmel Flip window 9 Disconnect the power on the 10 Disconnect the RS 232 port on the FC 1ETHN from the Null modem adapter 11 Set DIP 1 REPROG to OFF 12 Reconnect the power on the FC 1ETHN 9 Technical Specifications Table 6 includes the technical specifications Table 6 Technical Specifications of the Ethernet Controller ETHERNET INTERFACE 10 100 BaseT Ethernet SERIAL INTERFACES RS 232 DB9M signals RX TX RTS CTS Ground RS 485 NETWORK PROTOCOLS ICMP ping ARP TCP UDP POWER SOURCE 12 VDC lt 80 DIMENSIONS 12cm x 7 5cm x 2 5 4 7 x 2 95 x 0 98 W D H WEIGHT 0 3 kg 0 66 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES Power supply mo
19. in an IP address Static IP 4 Network IP Address A 32 binary digit number obtained Settings from your Network Administrator that identifies the FC 1ETHN device that is currently being For example configured in the Ethernet or Internet etwork Settings Subnet A 32 binary digit number obtained from IB Address 192 168 0 39 your Network Administrator which combined with the IP Address identifies which network your Subnet FC 1ETHN device is on Gateway Gateway A network position serving as an entry nons to another network or to the Internet only relevant Local Port 1001 in the Master Routing mode Local Port is an address of the FC 1ETHN device that is currently being configured that provides a direct route from another Ethernet point application 5 Destination Destin IP A 32 binary digit number that identifies For example Device the destination FC 1ETHN device in the Ethernet Destination Device Settings Settings or Internet Ee Port is a pre assigned address of the destination FC 1ETHN device that provides a direct route to FORE its Transport layer 6 Serial In the serial setting speed list click the appropriate baud speed 1200 2400 4800 Setting 9600 19200 38400 57600 115200 7 Action Search seeks the FC 1ETHN devices that connect to the PC via the chosen LAN or Buttons COM port and displays them and their corresponding settings Setting adjusts the FC 1ETHN according to the displayed data 8 Progress Bar
20. lternatively connect the RS 485 port of the controller to the port of the FC IETHN 5 Connect the ETHERNET port of another FC 1ETHN to the same LAN and connect the RS 232 port of the controller to the RS 232 port of that FC 1ETHN via a Null modem alternatively connect the RS 485 port of the controller to the port of the FC 1ETHN 6 Oneach FC 1ETHN connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity 8 Flash Memory Upgrade The FC 1ETHN firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves Downloading from the Internet see section 8 1 e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port see section 8 2 e Upgrading Firmware see section 8 3 8 1 Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 Go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com and download the file FLIP_FCIETHN zip from the Technical Support section 2 Extract the file FLIP FCIETHN zip to a folder for example 1 Connect PIN A to the A PIN PIN B to the B PIN and PIN G to the Ground PIN 12 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Flash Memory Upgrade C Program Files Kramer Flash 3 Create a shortcut on your desktop to the file FLIP EXE 8 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware
21. perate all RS 232 and RS 485 controllable devices via Ethernet LAN using their existing PC software Operates like an actual hardware port that is a logical COM that behaves like a standard hardware COM but in reality transparently reroutes the data using the TCP IP network to the FC 1ETHN interface via a Virtual Null modem connection which you can emulate over the Ethernet or Internet Can be created any quantity on your and does not occupy an actual serial port Amendment to Section 5 In Table 3 FC 1ETHN Configuration Manager Window Functionality on page item 6 is replaced as follows 6 Serial Setting In the serial setting speed list click the appropriate baud speed 1200 2400 4800 9600 19200 38400 57600 Note the FC 1ETHN does not support 115200 baud rate Amendment to Section 6 The following new section section 6 4 Configuring the FC 1ETHN via its Virtual Port is inserted immediately prior to section 7 To configure the FC 1ETHN via the Virtual Port do the following Download the Virtual Serial Port Driver at this URL http www kramerelectronics com support bottom1 htm and follow the on screen instructions 1 The configuration baud is factory preset and fixed at 9600 P N 2900 1040202 Al ADDENDUM 7 Virtual Serial Port Manager v1 5 5 4 xi Virtual Serial Ports Virtual Serial Port List Virtual Serial
22. rol Protocol Internet Protocol TCP IP The basic communication language or protocol of the Internet that breaks the message into appropriately sized packets for the network and can be used as a communications protocol in an intranet or an extranet 1 When using two FC 1ETHN units both set to Master routing mode KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Your FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller 3 2 Achieving the Best Performance Achieving the best performance means e Connecting only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances and positioning your FC 1ETHN away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller Figure 1 and Table 2 define the FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller 2 99 9 9 12V pe ETHERNET RS 232 ABG KRAMER TOOLS KRAMER Ethernet Controller FC 1ETHN STATUS 10M 100M ON R 3 4 amp 60 6 Figure 1 FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller Table 2 Features and Functions of the FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller Feature Function 1 12V DC 12V DC connector for powering the unit 2 ETHERNET port Connects to your LAN 3 9 4 CONFIG Used to configure the system 8 3 485 Used to terminate the RS 485 line 2 2 RESET Used to reset
23. te green 2 Orange 2 Green 3 White green 3 White orange 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 White blue 5 White blue 6 Green 6 Orange 7 White brown 7 White brown 8 Brown 8 Brown If connecting the ETHERNET port of the FC 1ETHN to the LAN port on a network hub or network router use a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors as Table 5 defines Table 5 Straight through Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Side 1 Side 2 PIN Wire Color PIN Wire Color 1 White orange 1 White orange 2 Orange 2 Orange 3 White green 3 White green 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 White blue 5 White blue 6 Green 6 Green 7 White brown v White brown 8 Brown 8 Brown 2 Run the Kramer Configuration Manager software see section 5 1 and choose the LAN port see Figure 2 3 Click the Search button or the Action menu s Search Board command The MAC Address for the found appears in the Device List 4 Change the settings and then click the Setting button or the Action menu s Setting command to apply the settings Note be aware that this will alter the IP settings in the FC LETHN 8 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Configuring the Ethernet Controller 6 3 Routing Data in the Slave and Master Routing Modes The FC 1ETHN routes data in either the Slave Routing Mode see section 6 3 1 or the Master Routing Mode see section 6 3 2 6 3 1 Slave Routing Mode In the Slave Routing Mode the FC 1ETHN n
24. unting bracket 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 16 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site www kramerelectronics com Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product d
25. w Figure 10 Atmel Flip Window RS 232 Communication Figure 11 RS 232 Window Figure 12 Atmel Flip Window Connected Figure 13 Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed m BPSoOuvoomIAN RRR N _ m LUNN 10 13 14 14 14 15 15 16 KRAMER Contents Tables Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 2 Features and Functions of the FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller Table 3 Configuration Manager Window Functionality Table 4 Crossover Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Table 5 Straight through Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Table 6 Technical Specifications of the FC 1ETHN Ethernet Controller ii KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD ADDENDUM FC 1ETHN Amendment to Section 3 The following text on page 2 is deleted Is compatible with the latest Kramer K Router Windows based control software version 4 0 or higher whose user friendly interface now allows Kramer switchers to be controlled via Ethernet The following text is inserted immediately prior to section 3 1 The FC 1ETHN now includes the Virtual Serial Port Driver for compatibility with applications based on COM port communication The Virtual Serial Port e Makes the compatible with all Windows based applications which work through an actual COM port This includes all versions of K Router and other Kramer control applications It lets you o
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