Asentria SiteBoss 571 User manual

User’s Manual
Installation and Operation Guidelines
SiteBoss 571 Remote Site Manager
Version 2.10.290
Asentria Corporation
1200 North 96th Street
Seattle, Washington, 98103
U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.asentria.com

SiteBoss 571 Remote Site Manager
Installation and Operation Guidelines
Firmware version 2.10.290_STD
Release date: Apr 2014
Conventions used in this manual
Commands are printed in this format: COMMANDS (Arial, caps, bold, black) although commands used in the
unit are not case-sensitive.
Setting Keys are printed in this format: setting.key (Courier New font, bold, blue). Key values displayed
are in Courier New font, not bold, black.
Red type indicates a safety or security warning.
Hyperlinks to other sections in the manual are displayed in Arial, blue, underline.
Screen shots of menus taken from the command line interface, and appear like this:
CLI Example:
A) Example Setting [Example]
B) Example Setting [Example]
Some settings can only be changed with a Setting Key (no command line menu or web interface options).
These are noted throughout Setup Menu section of the manual by Setting Key: <name of key> with a
description of the values and meaning.
For More Information
If the information contained in this user manual is not sufficient to resolve a problem you are having with your unit or to
fully explain a feature, there is likely a feature guide covering it in more depth. These feature guides are available on
line at the Asentria Informational Portal. Asentria Tech Support is also available to provide any assistance you might
need.
© 2014 Asentria Corporation. All rights reserved.
The content of this manual is provided for informational use only, and is subject to change without notice. Examples,
data, and names used in this manual are examples and fictitious unless otherwise noted. No part of this document
may be reproduced or electronically transmitted without permission from Asentria Corporation.
SiteBoss 571, S571 and EventSensor Type2 are trademarks of Asentria Corporation.

Table of Contents
Quick Start......................................................................................................................................5
Hardware Needed......................................................................................................................................................5
Information Needed ...................................................................................................................................................5
Connecting to the Unit................................................................................................................................................5
Cables and Power......................................................................................................................................................5
Boot Up Sequence.....................................................................................................................................................5
Default Passwords.....................................................................................................................................................5
Accessing the Command Line...................................................................................................................................5
Via a Serial Connection .............................................................................................................................................5
Via the Asentria OmniDiscover program ...................................................................................................................6
Network Setup .............................................................................................................................................................6
Via OmniDiscover connection:...................................................................................................................................6
Via serial connection:.................................................................................................................................................6
Testing Network Connectivity ....................................................................................................................................7
SNMP Trap Setup ........................................................................................................................................................7
Setup..........................................................................................................................................................................7
Testing SNMP Traps..................................................................................................................................................7
What is an S571..............................................................................................................................8
The Basics....................................................................................................................................................................8
Communication Methods...........................................................................................................................................8
Remote Access..........................................................................................................................................................8
Environmental Monitoring..........................................................................................................................................8
Serial Monitoring (Data Events).................................................................................................................................9
Power Distribution......................................................................................................................................................9
Event Notification.......................................................................................................................................................9
Audit Log....................................................................................................................................................................9
Features and Accessories..........................................................................................................................................9
Standard Equipment..................................................................................................................................................9
Options.....................................................................................................................................................................10
Ports, Connectors, LEDs and Buttons....................................................................................................................11
Front Panel Ports and Connectors ..........................................................................................................................11
Back Panel Ports & Connectors ..............................................................................................................................14
Navigating the Interface ..............................................................................................................16
CLI (Command Line Interface) .................................................................................................................................16
Actions List...............................................................................................................................................................17
Web Interface.............................................................................................................................................................20
The Status Pages.......................................................................................................................................................21
General Status.........................................................................................................................................................21
Power Distribution Status.........................................................................................................................................22
EventSensor Status.................................................................................................................................................23
Setup Menu...................................................................................................................................24
Network Settings .......................................................................................................................................................25
Ethernet Settings .....................................................................................................................................................27
Name Resolution Settings .......................................................................................................................................29
Web Interface Settings.............................................................................................................................................29
Event Sensor Reporting Settings.............................................................................................................................30
SNMP Settings.........................................................................................................................................................30
FTP Settings ............................................................................................................................................................33
PPP Settings............................................................................................................................................................34
Email Settings..........................................................................................................................................................37
Real-Time Socket Settings ......................................................................................................................................37
SNMP Trap Capture Settings..................................................................................................................................38
IP Address Restrictions............................................................................................................................................39
Routing Settings.......................................................................................................................................................40
DSL Settings............................................................................................................................................................44
VPN Settings............................................................................................................................................................45
CPE Settings............................................................................................................................................................48

Serial Settings............................................................................................................................................................49
Console Settings......................................................................................................................................................49
Serial Data Port Menu..............................................................................................................................................49
Modem Settings.........................................................................................................................................................52
Dialup Modem..........................................................................................................................................................53
Wireless Modem......................................................................................................................................................54
Security Settings .......................................................................................................................................................56
Specific Security Settings –User Profile Security Settings.....................................................................................57
Specific Security Settings –RADIUS Security Settings ..........................................................................................62
General Security Settings........................................................................................................................................63
Alarm/Event Definitions............................................................................................................................................63
Class Table..............................................................................................................................................................64
Data Alarm/Filter Settings........................................................................................................................................65
EventSensor Device Settings ..................................................................................................................................69
No-Data nAlarm Settings........................................................................................................................................95
Scheduled Event nSettings.....................................................................................................................................96
Serial Handshaking Alarm Settings.........................................................................................................................97
CPE Alarm Settings.................................................................................................................................................98
Reset Event Settings ...............................................................................................................................................99
Event Message Settings..........................................................................................................................................99
Action Definitions....................................................................................................................................................100
Action Settings Menu.............................................................................................................................................101
General Settings......................................................................................................................................................102
Date/Time Setup....................................................................................................................................................103
Event Log Settings..................................................................................................................................................105
Audit Log Settings...................................................................................................................................................105
Scripting Settings....................................................................................................................................................107
Output Control.........................................................................................................................................................108
Output Power-Up Sequence......................................................................................................110
Output Power-Up Setting Keys..............................................................................................................................110
event.power[X].powerup.sequence .......................................................................................................................110
event.power[X].powerup.timeout...........................................................................................................................112
Output Power-Up Commands ................................................................................................................................112
POWERUP STATUS X..........................................................................................................................................112
Types of Alarm Notices.............................................................................................................113
SNMP Traps ..........................................................................................................................................................113
Email Alarms..........................................................................................................................................................114
Asentria Alarms......................................................................................................................................................114
SMS Alarms...........................................................................................................................................................116
Pager Alarms.........................................................................................................................................................117
Power Outputs and Relays as Alarm Action..........................................................................................................117
Device Administration...............................................................................................................119
Backing Up & Restoring Settings..........................................................................................................................119
Firmware Upgrade...................................................................................................................................................120
Advanced Log Files.................................................................................................................................................121
Transferring Files ....................................................................................................................................................122
Appendices.................................................................................................................................124
Expansion Card Insertion Procedures..................................................................................................................124
Canadian Department of Communications...........................................................................................................125
FCC REQUIREMENT: PART 15 ..............................................................................................................................126
General Specifications............................................................................................................................................127
Warranty Information..............................................................................................................................................128
Asentria Technical Support ......................................................................................................128

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Quick Start
This chapter is a brief guide to help get your SiteBoss 571 (S571) up and running quickly.
Hardware Needed
Asentria SiteBoss 571
DC power source
Computer with serial port and terminal emulation software, and/or network access.
Ethernet cable
RJ45 M-M unshielded serial cable and optional RJ45/DB9 straight thru adapter (Included)
A PC running any type of SNMP trap management software, if S571 will be sending SNMP traps as event
actions
Information Needed
IP address(es) to assign to the S571
Subnet mask
Default router IP or gateway router IP address if on a WAN (Optional)
IP address of a PC running any type of SNMP trap management software, if S571 will be sending SNMP traps
as event actions
Connecting to the Unit
Out of the box you can communicate with the SiteBoss 571 via the command line or web interfaces, and either
serially or over a network. Instructions for each of these methods are provided below.
Cables and Power
1. Connect the RJ45 cable (with optional adapter, if needed) to the Console Port of the S571 and to COM1 of a
PC running a terminal emulator.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the network, if available, to the RJ45 jack labeled ETH 1.
3. Connect the DC power supply to the unit (see the Incoming Power paragraph in the Back Panel Ports and
Connectors section).
4. Connect your devices to the output terminals using the screw terminals provided with the SiteBoss. (See the
Power Distribution Output Connectors and Circuit Breaker Switches paragraph in the Back Panel Ports and
Connectors section details about the power connection, and safety warnings).
Boot Up Sequence
When booting up, there are no visual indicators of the boot process. The boot up process takes about 80 seconds,
and when complete the S571 will beep twice. If the user has a terminal connection to the Console Port during boot
up, the answer string will be displayed once boot up is complete.
Default Passwords
The S571 uses a very flexible system for managing users, passwords, and access rights. By default, the User1
profile is the only one with a preconfigured username and password. The User Name is admin and the Password
is password. For security reasons it is highly recommended that you change the password, and record all
configured passwords in a secure location. The username and passwords are configured in the Security Settings
menu under Specific Security Settings.
Accessing the Command Line
Via a Serial Connection
1. Connect through the Console Port with a serial terminal emulation program set for 19200 baud, 8N1.
2. From the command prompt enter STATUS or ?and press <Enter>. You will be presented with a Status
screen similar to the following.

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SiteBoss 571 2.10.150 STD Serial # : 571010405
Site Name : 571-571010405
Date : MON 01/20/14 1: 19200,8N1 I/O 1
Time : 08:59:17 2: 19200,8N1 I/O 2
Modem : None 3: 19200,8N1 I/O 3
Eth 1 : STATIC 4: 19200,8N1 I/O 4
IP Add : 10.10.5.124 5: 19200,8N1 I/O 5
MAC Add : 00:10:A3:80:F1:29 6: 19200,8N1 I/O 6
IPv6 : OFF 7: 19200,8N1 I/O 7
Eth 2 : STATIC 8: 19200,8N1 I/O 8
IP Add : 0.0.0.0 9: 19200,8N1 I/O 9
MAC Add : 00:10:A3:80:F1:2A 10: 19200,8N1 I/O 10
IPv6 : OFF 11: 19200,8N1 I/O 11
Outputs : AAAAA AAAA 12: 19200,8N1 I/O 12
Temp : 89 F 13: 19200,8N1 I/O 13
14: 19200,8N1 I/O 14
15: 19200,8N1 I/O 15
16: 19200,8N1 I/O 16
When the Status screen appears, the unit is successfully connected and ready for use.
Via the AsentriaOmniDiscover program
1. From the Asentria website (http://www.asentria.com/docsandsoftware/productManuals.aspx), or the
Documentation and Utilities CD, download the OmniDiscover program. This program will allow you to locate
devices on your network (i.e.: the S571) with Asentria MAC addresses, and allow you to assign the network
settings directly over the network, thus eliminating the need for the serial port connection as described above.
2. Open the OmniDiscover program. It will immediately display all Asentria devices on the network. Right
clicking on the line for this unit displays three options: Setup, Telnet and Web.
Setup opens another window where the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway (router) can be
configured (see below). Press “OK” and these will be assigned to the unit and displayed in the previous
window. (Select this option to configure the network settings for the first time.)
Telnet opens a connection to the device using your default Telnet client.
Web opens an HTTP connection to the device using your default browser, if the device supports and is
configured to allow a web connection.
3. Once the network settings have been assigned, the S571 command line can be accessed via any Telnet client
or HTTP web connection.
Contact Asentria Technical Support for any questions or assistance with OmniDiscover.
Network Setup
Via OmniDiscover connection:
1. See the description of how to use OmniDiscover as described above.
Via serial connection:
1. From the command prompt access the Main Setup Menu by typing SETUP and pressing <Enter>.
2. Select the Network Settings branch.
3. Select A) Ethernet Settings and select the Ethernet interface that corresponds to the one on the back panel
that you plugged your network cable into.
4. Enter an IP address, subnet mask and--if necessary--a router address.
5. Toggle NAT on/off as desired.
6. If using this Ethernet interface for a VLAN connection, select this option to configure any of six VLAN
connections. See the VLANs section in the Features chapter for details on how to configure.
7. Press <ESC> to go back one level in the menu tree, or <CTRL + C> to exit the Main Setup Menu and return to
the command prompt.

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Testing Network Connectivity
1. Verify that the network router is available to the unit by typing the command PING <IP_address>. A router is
always a good candidate to test pings. The following screenshot is an example of a successful ping test.
>ping 192.168.100.2
PING 192.168.100.2 (192.168.100.2): 56 data bytes
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=0 ttl=254 time=6.4 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=1 ttl=254 time=5.3 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=2 ttl=254 time=3.6 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=3 ttl=254 time=3.2 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=4 ttl=254 time=3.0 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=5 ttl=254 time=2.8 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=6 ttl=254 time=2.5 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=7 ttl=254 time=2.1 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=8 ttl=254 time=1.8 ms
64 bytes from 192.168.100.2: icmp_seq=9 ttl=254 time=1.7 ms
--- 192.168.100.2 ping statistics ---
11 packets transmitted, 11 packets received, 0% packet loss
round-trip min/avg/max = 1.6/4.2/18.3 ms
2. Press <CTRL + C> to stop the ping testing. If <CTRL + C> is not pressed, the unit will continue pinging
attempts indefinitely.
3. If there is an error message or no response from the router, first check the network settings and connection,
then consult your System Administrator or Asentria Technical Support.
4. Using a Telnet client, connect to the IP address assigned to the unit.
SNMP Trap Setup
If you will be using the S571 to send SNMP traps, this section will help you ensure it is set up correctly.
Setup
1. Configure the network settings as described in the previous section.
2. Select the Network Settings then SNMP Settings sub-menu.
3. Verify the SNMP Agent is enabled for the version of SNMP you are using, the SNMP Community names are
correct for your network, any SNMP Trap Settings that are desired, as well as the preferred security method.
(See the SNMP Settings section of the Network Settings chapter of this manual for more information.)
4. Switch to the Actions Definitions menu and enter the Hostname or IP address of the computer to receive the
traps into the field, “Hostname/IP Address 1”.
5. Press <CTRL + C> to exit the Setup menu and return to the command prompt.
6. On the computer that will be receiving the SNMP traps, start your preferred SNMP trap manager
Testing SNMP Traps
1. Using a Telnet client, connect to the IP address assigned to the unit.
2. Enter the command DOTRAP from the command prompt.
3. Verify that the trap manager receives the test trap.
4. If there is an error message or no response from the router, first check the network settings and connection,
then consult your System Administrator or Asentria Technical Support.

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What is an S571
Fig 1: SiteBoss 571 front panel
Fig 2: SiteBoss 571 W Optional 30A Power Output back panel
The Basics
The SiteBoss 571 is a multi-function 1U system that facilitates advanced control and management capabilities into
DC powered remote equipment sites. The 9 high-current fused DC power distribution outputs can each deliver up
to 10A of current to the load (output voltage is determined by input voltage supplied to unit, 60VDC maximum). An
option exists to add one 30A power output or three additional 10A power outputs. On-board I/O provides serial,
Ethernet, and 2 expansion slots that can be populated by a variety of cards supporting serial ports, sensors, relays,
and wireless modems. The S571 performs four basic functions:
Remote access to serial devices
Monitoring of serial and environmental event conditions
Hosting of EventSensor products
DC Power control via outputs
Communication Methods
The S571 has a diverse selection of communication methods available for different applications. The following
methods can be used to access the command port, transfer files, or provide a pass-through connection to devices
attached to the serial ports. All methods of connecting to the unit can be secured via password for protection of
data and hardware.
RS-232 serial
Modem (via optional wireless modem)
Telnet (8 sessions)
FTP server
SFTP server
HTTP server
HTTPS server
Remote Access
The S571 can provide an administrator transparent access to devices connected to the serial ports of the unit via
pass-through connections or through Telnet and modem connections. This sort of access can be used to
configure, maintain, or manipulate devices that would normally have no remote access.
Environmental Monitoring
Through the use of external EventSensor modules and/or internal Expansion Cards, a variety of environmental
sensor monitoring and alarming capabilities are available in the S571. Each individual sensor can be configured
with independent actions, counters and other unique settings. Sensor events triggered within the S571 can be
logged to an Event Log. This file can be viewed through the Event Log section on the Setup menu, via the TYPE
EVENTS command, FTP, or the web interface.

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Serial Monitoring (Data Events)
The S571 has the capability to monitor incoming data for user-defined strings and then report the event via several
avenues. The S571 allows for up to 1000 different data events. Each data event can be configured with
independent actions, counters, and other unique settings. Data events triggered within the S571 can be logged to
an Event Log. This file can be viewed through the Event Log section of the Setup menu, via the TYPE EVENTS
command, FTP, or the web interface.
Power Distribution
The S571 uses the back-panel fused power outputs to control power to the devices connected to these outputs.
Input voltage range to the unit is 40-60VDC, 100A maximum, and comes into the S571 via one dual, two-post,
heavy-duty terminal block and distributed to each of the output channels. Power flows through an internal bus bar
and then through a series of power transistor switches to 9 standard, software controlled, and fused outputs. Each
output provides a 10A load current and up to a 15A peak current, and can be limited by fuse size. An option exists
for an additional 30Amp power output or an additional three 10Amp outputs. See the Back Panel Ports &
Connectors section for more details about the incoming power connection, and safety warnings.
Event Notification
Actions generated or detected within the S571 can be delivered through any of the following means:
●SNMP trap
●Email
●SMS Messages
●Script actions
●Power outputs
●Relays
●Asentria Alarms
●Modem callout (with optional dialup modem expansion card)
●Dialup pager (with optional dialup modem expansion card)
See the Types of Alarm Notices chapter for more information.
Audit Log
The S571 has the capability to log many types of administrative events, from serial port handshaking alarms to
login attempts. These Audit Log entries are stored in a file and can be viewed through the Audit Log section of the
Setup menu, via the TYPE AUDIT command, FTP, or the web interface.
Features and Accessories
Standard Equipment
The base S571 comes with the following standard on-board equipment:
Front Panel:
12 –RJ45 DTE serial I/O ports
1 –RJ45 DTE serial Console (local command) Port
1 –RJ45 SensorJack Sensor port for connecting Type2 EventSensors
2 –10/100Mb Ethernet interfaces with support for six 802.1Q VLAN interfaces on each.
4 –USB ports
2 –Expansion Card slots
1 –MMC Memory Card I/O slot
4 –dry contact closure points
1 –12VDC power output
1 –Reset button
1 –empty slot for an optional AISG interface
Back Panel
1 –Heavy duty –48V DC Power Input
9 –Power Distribution outputs with fuses

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1 –Empty slot for a single 30-Amp circuit-breaker-protected power output, or 3 additional 10-Amp fused power
outputs.
Internal
On-board temperature sensor
Internal lithium coin-cell type battery backup*/**
* Battery backup preserves clock operation when power is not present. Data records and settings are stored in
non-volatile memory and therefore do not require battery backup.
CAUTION: THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Replace
with batteries of the same type or as recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions. Lithium batteries can be recycled. Contact a recycling organization in your
area for details.
ATTENTION: II y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer
uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type equivalent recommandé par le constructeur.
Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.
In addition to the above standard on-board equipment, the S571 may be shipped with the following accessories:
Documentation and Utilities CD
6 ft. RJ45 M-M unshielded serial cable serial cables
RJ45/DB9 Male DTE Adaptors
RJ45/DB9 Female DCE Adaptor
Rack mount ears
Screwdriver and terminal blocks for Expansion Cards with internal contacts
Options
Each of the following components is optional and may be installed on an S571:
1 or 2 –Expansion Cards of various configurations to install in either or both of the Expansion Card slots
1 –Wireless modem (installed in one of the two Expansion Card slots)
1 –30Amp power output, or 3 –10Amp power outputs
1 –AISG interface
I/O points and Expansion Cards
Fig 3: Expansion Card
The expansion cards in the two expansion card slots can be configured with multiple options. The letters over
the terminal block ports indicate how the slot is configured. A single card can be configured for more than one
type of IO option.
C –Standard Contact Closure Input
CI –Isolated Contact Closure Input
V –Analog Voltage Input
VI –Isolated Voltage Input
M –4-20mA Current Input
MI –Isolated 4-20mA Current Input
R –Low-Current Relay
SR –Solid State Relay
F –Resistive fuel sensor
P –+/-15 VDC Power Output
P5 –+ 5 VDC Power Output

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Other types of cards can be installed into the expansion card slots including a wireless modem, serial port
cards, high-density expansion cards, and a GPS receiver.
Fig 4: Wireless Modem Fig 5: Serial Port Card Fig 6: High-Density I/O Card
AISG interface
The optional AISG module allows a user to tilt an antenna remotely. AISG stands for Antenna Interface Standards
Group. They created open specifications for antenna control.For more information on this option please see the
AISG Remote Antenna Controller Feature Guide available on the Asentria Product Information Portal or contact
Asentria Technical Support.
Ports, Connectors, LEDs and Buttons
Front Panel Ports and Connectors
The basic S571 front panel is shown below.
Fig 7: S571 Front panel ports and connectors
Serial Ports
Each of the twelve (or more) serial ports and one Console port are configured as a DTE port using an RJ-45
connector. This is the standard recommended pinout for EIA/TIA-561 for 8 pin RJ45 connector:
PIN1 =RI =RING INDICATOR, INPUT to the S571
PIN2 =DCD =CARRIER DETECT, INPUT to the S571
PIN3 =DTR =DATA TERMINAL READY, OUTPUT from the S571
PIN4 =SIGNAL GROUND
PIN5 =RXD =RECEIVED DATA, INPUT to the S571
PIN6 =TXD =TRANSMITTED DATA, OUTPUT from the S571
PIN7 =CTS =CLEAR TO SEND, INPUT to the S571
PIN8 =RTS =REQUEST TO SEND, OUTPUT from the S571
The DB9 male cable end of the adaptor which mates with the serial port connectors of connected devices will often
have a pair of screw-down cable screws. These cable screws should be used to assure a solid connection of the
cable with the device.
12 –RJ45 serial data I/O ports
Left to right: Top row: #12 thru #7
Bottom row: #6 thru #1
RJ45 serial
Console
port
RJ45
ES Bus
port
2 –RJ45 Ethernet ports
Left to right: #2, #1
Empty slot for optional
AISG interface
2 –Expansion
Card bays
4 –USB
ports
Memory
IO slot
4 pair of contact points plus a
power output
Far Left: 1 - 12V DC power output
Right: 4 pair dry contacts
Reset button

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Default settings for the serial ports are 19200-baud, 8-bit word length, no parity, and one stop bit (19200, 8N1).
Use the Serial Settings menu, Console Settings or Serial Data Port Settings menu to adjust these settings.
USB ports
4 USB ports allow the S571 to treat USB devices as serial ports with which the S571 which can:
collect data as usual for buffering/filtering/alarming
engage pass-through mode to the connected device
When a device is connected to a USB port, it will appear as an additional serial port on the Serial Settings menu.
This feature adds the ability to use certain USB-RS232 adapters such that the unit uses them like a regular serial
port for buffering and pass-through access. This allows the unit to use data buffering and pass-through services
for equipment that has:
built-in USB serial converter
built-in USB hub with built-in USB-RS232 serial converters
serial port (via a separate USB-RS232 converter/adapter)
The unit has 4 USB I/O ports on top of the existing Serial Ports the unit already has installed. These ports can be
read from and written to. If there is no USB device attached to the I/O port then any read/write operations will yield
no results. (i.e., if you try to pass-through to I/O 14 when there is no USB serial device attached to I/O 14, then it
will be equivalent to a serial port that is not connected to anything: nothing will be read and nothing will be written.)
When you plug in a USB serial device, it (or its representative USB serial devices, as in the case of a hub) is
attached to the I/O ports. You can see what device is attached to what I/O port by browsing to the "Status->Serial
Port Status" section of web UI.
USB Interface Notes
If you detach a USB serial device and then reattach it, there is no guarantee that it will be allocated to the
same I/O port it used before.
If you detach a USB serial device while you have pass-through engaged, then on your pass-through client
there will be no effect of the detachment (except that now you will be disconnected from the device).
If you attach a USB serial device while you have pass-through engaged, then on your pass-through client
there will be no effect of the attachment (except that now you will be connected to the device).
The USB port number on the front panel label is functionally irrelevant. For example, if you attach a USB
serial device at USB port 1, detach it, and then reattach it at USB port 2, then that difference has no
bearing on the functionality of the USB serial device.
The supported USB adapters are any using the following drivers:
oProlific Technology 2303
oSilicon Labs CP210x
SensorJack Sensor Port
The SensorJack Sensor port (ES/ESJ) is an RJ45 connector for connecting up to16 optional Type2 EventSensor
devices, including PowerBoss devices to increase the power switching and distribution capability of your S571.
Ethernet Port
Each of the two Ethernet 10/100Mb interfaces is a standard RJ45. Either of these standard connectors will
connect the S571 to an Ethernet hub or switch. Refer to the Telnet Feature Guide on the Asentria Product
Information Portal for further information regarding a number of different types of Telnet connection options.
The LEDs by each Ethernet connection on the back panel flicker when packets are being transmitted/received on
that port.
The S571 features network connectivity via Secure Shell (SSH) and Secure FTP (SFTP). Refer to the Securing a
SiteBoss Application Guide on the Asentria Product Information Portal for a detailed explanation of SSH and
SFTP.

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Internal I/O contacts
4 pair of contact points plus a power output, configured from right to left as follows:
4 pair of dry contact points. These appear as the internal 4-CC inputs on the EventSensor Device Settings
menu.
1 pair of contacts for 12VDC power output.
Front Panel LEDs
Each RJ45 port on the front panel has two LEDs associated with it –one on the Right of the port, one on the Left
of the port.
Console Port
●Right –Lights solid green when a correctly configured cable from a PC/laptop is connected to the Port.
Otherwise this LED remains off. As the Console Port receives data, this LED will flash red.
●Left –Lights solid green when power is applied to the S571, regardless of whether a cable is
connected to the Console port or not. As the Console Port transmits data, this LED will flash red.
I/O Port 1 thru I/O Port 12 (and any additional 4-I/O Port cards that may be installed)
●Right –Lights solid green when a correctly configured cable from another device is connected to it.
Otherwise this LED remains off. As the I/O Port receives data, this LED will flash red.
●Left –Lights solid green when power is applied to the S571, regardless of whether a cable is
connected to the I/O Port or not. As the I/O Port transmits data, this LED will flash red.
Ethernet Ports (Ethernet 1 and Ethernet 2)
●Right –Flashes yellow/green when network traffic (Ethernet packets) is being transmitted or received
across the port. When no traffic is actually being transmitted/received, this LED is off.
●Left –Lights solid yellow/green when an Ethernet cable is connected to the port and an active Ethernet
network. The LED is off when the cable is disconnected from the network, or the Ethernet Port.
Front Panel Buttons
The only button on the S571 is the Reset button. It is on the front panel to the right of the 4 dry contact points.
The Reset button can be used for three different functions:
1) To reset the S571 –press the Reset button for approximately 1 second and the left serial I/O port LEDs on
the front panel will flash once. Release the button. 90 seconds later the unit will beep twice indicating it
has rebooted.
2) To add or remove Expansion Cards –press the Reset button for approximately 5 seconds and the left
serial I/O port LEDs on the front panel will turn off. Add or remove Expansion Cards. Press the Reset
button for approximately 5 seconds and the left serial I/O port LEDs on the front panel will turn on. 90
seconds later the unit will beep twice indicating it has rebooted. Refer to the Expansion Card Insertion
Procedures chapter later in this manual for more information on installing or removing Expansion Cards.
3) To activate the Button Unlock feature which resets the username and password back to the default. This
feature can be disabled via the command interface at Security Settings / General Security Settings. This
feature is intended to be used if you've locked yourself out of the unit.

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Back Panel Ports & Connectors
The basic S571 back panel is shown on the next page. Note: the figure below shows the normally empty bay
populated with the 3 –10-Amp power outputs card.
Fig 8: S571 Back panel ports and connectors
Incoming Power Connection
The Main 48VDC input connector is a dual, two-post, heavy duty terminal block located at rear left side of the
S571. Input voltage range is 40-60VDC, 100Amp maximum. The end user is responsible for providing a protected
DC supply source to the unit input that employs an output circuit breaker or similar current limiting device. The
supply system output circuit breaker/current limiting device should have a rating of 100 Amps maximum. The top
two posts are positive connection, the bottom two posts are negative connection. The user must observe correct
polarity when connecting power to the 48VDC input connector. Reverse polarity protection to connected equipment
is not provided. The internal circuits on the S571 are protected against reverse polarity connection at the back
panel, but other connected equipment may be damaged by such a reverse connection. When input power is
connected correctly, the power LED to right of the 48VDC input connector will light up GREEN. If power is
accidentally connected in reverse polarity, the power LED will light up RED.
Note: The user must install the power correctly --- reverse polarity protection to equipment connected to
our system is not provided. The Power Controller Board internally protects parts of its circuitry, but other
equipment may be damaged by such a reverse connection.
Remarque: L'utilisateur doit installer le pouvoir correctement --- Protégé contre inversion de polarité de
l'équipement connecté à notre système n'est pas prévu. Le Conseil régulateur de puissance protège
l'intérieur des parties de son circuit, mais d'autres équipements peuvent être endommagés par une telle
connexion inverse.
Power Distribution Output Connectors and Fuses
Nine connectors on the back panel allow devices to be connected to the power distribution outputs. A power
controller board and transistors (MOSFETs) inside the S571 are used to distribute power through each of these
connectors to the powered devices. Each power connector is protected by a GMT fuse –minimum rating 12A
when runnng loads that approach 10A. Fuses may be provided by Asentria, but normally are provided by the end
user. Asentria recommends using fuses rated at 20% higher current than the expected load.
Note: The high voltage and current capacity of this unit constitutes an operational hazard. Short-circuits of
connected power circuits may result in fire hazards! DO NOT LEAVE UNINSULATED WIRES EXPOSED! A
qualified technician who can ensure the polarity of connections and that power source is an isolated SELV
(Safety Extra Low Voltage) circuit should perform electrical connections.
Remarque: La haute tension et de la capacité actuelle de cette unité constitue un risque opérationnel. Les
courts-circuits de circuits de puissance connectés peuvent entraîner des risques d'incendie! NE PAS LAISSER
fil non isolés, exposé! Un technicien qualifié qui peut assurer la polarité des connexions et que cette source
d'énergie est un SELV isolé (Safety Extra Low Voltage) circuit doit effectuer les raccordements électriques.
Main 48VDC
input connector
Bay for optional card with one 30-Amp power
output or three 10-Amp power outputs
9 –10-Amp power distribution output
connectors with LEDs above them
From right to left: #1 thru #9
9 –GMT (minimum rating 12A) fuses for power
distribution outputs
From right to left: #1 thru #9
Power
LED
Power Output LEDs

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Back Panel LEDs
Power Output LEDs
Each power output connector on the back panel has two LEDs associated with it –one on the Right of the port
(labeled “S”), one on the Left of the port (labeled “A”).
●Right (S) –Lights solid green if the associated output is turned on, and is unlit if the output is turned
off.
●Left (A) –Lights solid red if the fuse for the associated output is blown. It DOES NOT light up if the
fuse is removed.
Incoming Power LEDs
The input power LED will light up GREEN when DC Power is engaged with the correct polarity. If power is
accidentally connected in reverse polarity, the power LED will light up RED.
Reverse polarity protection to connected equipment is not provided. The internal circuits on the S571 are protected
against reverse polarity connection at the back panel, but other connected equipment may be damaged by such a
reverse connection.
Do not connect output power until incoming power LED confirms a correct polarity installation with a GREEN light
to the right of the input power connection.

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Navigating the Interface
CLI (Command Line Interface)
Basics
The CLI is structured in a series of menus and submenus. Most of the elements you will interact with will be under
the setup menu which you reach by typing SETUP and <Enter> at the command prompt. Unless overridden by
your terminal emulator local echo is enabled by default. This means that you will be able to see commands as you
type them. To select a menu item enter the corresponding letter next to the item. You will be immediately taken to
that items configuration menu. Use <Enter> or <Esc> to go back a level, or <Ctrl+C> to return directly to the
command prompt.
Note: Be aware that the <Esc> key is (by default) coded as the escape character for certain operations (such
as serial bypass). As such, there may be times where use of the <Esc> key to go back a level will result in
unexpected behavior.
Menu Options
There are several different types of inputs employed within the Setup menu. This section will discuss the different
types you will encounter.
String
The most common is the string type of option you will find. Below is an example of a string entry:
A) Site Name [Test Site]
When selected, this setting will provide a prompt requesting a new value. You may press < Enter > or <ESC> to
abort the option entry or press <SPACE> and < Enter > to delete the current value and leave it blank. Some
numerical or required settings will not allow a user to leave an option blank, so pay attention to the unit's response
when attempting to delete a setting's value.
Toggle
The second most common option type is the toggle type option:
A) Enable Web Interface [OFF]
When selected, this option will not prompt for a new value. It will simply cycle to the next available option in its list.
This switch type is typically used for options with two or three choices. Most often it is in an ON/OFF form, but
could be a series of options such as "NONE", "1" and "2".
Option list
The option list type is similar to the toggle type in that it has a list of options to choose from. The letter adjacent to
the option would be selected to choose that option.
SiteBoss 571 - Console Baud Rate
A) 300
B) 600
C) 1200
D) 2400
E) 4800
F) 9600
G) 19200
H) 38400
I) 57600
J) 115200

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After selecting an option, you are immediately returned to the previous menu. The new value will be displayed to
the right of the setting name, letter, or number.
Alarm Actions (Actions List)
Alarm actions have their own unique method of entry. The basics are commented on in the following pages.
Actions List
The Actions List provides you with a flexible mechanism to tell the unit how to react to events. An action list is a
text string that specifies what the unit should do upon an event. It's comprised of a list of keywords and parameters
separated by semicolon. Each keyword specifies a certain action and has its own parameter set, which is enclosed
in parentheses. Refer to the Alarms & Events Feature Guide on the Asentria Product Information Portal for more
information.
Enter one or more actions using this format:
(For more details see the users manual)
----------------------------------------------
Cancel : cancel(idname)
Check Alive : checkalive(CPE# or host, delay)
ASM Event: asme or asme(now|later)
Dialup Pager : dpage(index)
Dispatcher : dispatch(phone# or index)
Email : email(email or index)
Group : group(groupname)
ID : id(id name)
Inform : inform(ipaddress or index)
Malert : malert(phone# or index)
Modem : modem(phone# or index)
Postpone : postpone(idname, seconds)
Pause : pause(seconds)
Power : power(action, eventsensor, point)
Relay : relay(action, eventsensor, point)
Script : script(action, name or number)
SMS : sms(phone# or index)
Talert : talert(ipaddress or index)
Trap : trap(ipaddress or index)
Syslog : syslog(ipaddress or index, optional facility,level)
Stop if any/all actions OK : okstop(any|all)
Continue: continue(id)
(separate multiple actions using semicolon)
Cancel
This action cancels any running action, identified by idname.
CANCEL(IDNAME)
Check Alive
This action causes the unit to ping a host, identified by a hostname index defined in the Actions Definitions menu
or by an IP address specified in the action and proceeds with following actions in the list only when the host
responds to a ping.
CHECKALIVE(CPE# OR HOST, DELAY)
ASM Event
Send a KRP SIREN message via network to a KRP server.
ASME or ASME(NOW|LATER)
Dialup Pager
Send a pager callout via POTs modem to a number specified by index number, which can be configured in the
Actions Definitions menu.
DPAGE(INDEX)

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Dispatcher
Send a Dispatcher alarm via a POTs modem to a number specified by index number, which can be configured in
the Actions Definitions menu.
DISPATCH(PHONE# or INDEX#)
Email
Send an email notification to an address specified by index number which can be configured in Actions Definitions
menu or delineated in the action.
EMAIL(EMAIL OR INDEX#)
Group
Group is used to identify this action list as part of a group identified by group name, not currently used.
GROUP(GROUPNAME)
ID
Identify this action by a descriptor, for reference in other action.
ID(IDNAME)
Inform
Send an SNMP inform to a specific IP address or index which refers to an IP address or host name configured in
the Actions Definitions menu.
INFORM(IPADDRESS OR INDEX#)
Malert
Malert sends a malert (Asentria Alarm via modem) to a number specified by index number, which can be
configured in the Actions Definitions menu.
MALERT(PHONE# or INDEX#)
Modem
Make the unit dial a phone number via the POTs modem to a specified index number, which can be configured in
the Actions Definitions menu, and start a login session (to the unit's command processor) with the answering
machine.
MODEM(PHONE# or INDEX#)
Postpone
Postpone an already-running action identified by idname for a duration specified by seconds.
POSTPONE(IDNAME, SECONDS)
Pause
Pause operation for a duration specified by seconds.
PAUSE(SECONDS)
Power
Using this action puts a power output into a defined state, determined by the action parameter.
Action: one of the following two words, by case-insensitive exact match: ON or OFF
EventSensor: the number of the EventSensor that has the specified output, where it is the same as that referred to
by the index in an EventSensor key (e.g., 200 in event.sensor[200].* for the internal EventSensor) as well as that
referred to by the SNMP esIndex object.
Point: the number of the output (1-based) on the specified EventSensor. E.g., this is the same number x in
"event.sensor[200].output[x].*"
POWER(ACTION, EVENTSENSOR, POINT)

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Relay
Put a relay in a certain state specified by the action indicator.
Action: one of the following two words, by case-insensitive exact match or partial unambiguous match: ACTIVE or
INACTIVE. “Active” means to put the relay in the Event State. For a relay this could be energized or de-energized
depending on the relay configuration.
EventSensor: the number of the EventSensor that has the specified relay, where it is the same as that referred to
by the index in an EventSensor key (e.g., 3 in event.sensor[3].* for an external EventSensor) as well as that
referred to by the SNMP esIndex object.
Point: the number of the relay (1-based) on the specified EventSensor. E.g., this is the same number x in
"event.sensor[1].relay[x].*"
RELAY(ACTION, EVENTSENSOR, POINT)
Script
Starts or stops a script.
Action: the case-insensitive exact match of EXEC or KILL.
Name: the registered name of the script
Number: the number of the registered script
SCRIPT(ACTION, NAME OR NUMBER)
SMS
Send an SMS message to a specific phone number or index which refers to a phone number configured in the
Actions Definitions menu.
SMS(PHONE# OR INDEX#)
Talert
Send a talert (Asentria Alarm via TCP) to a server identified by a hostname index defined in Actions Definitions
menu or by an IP address specified in the action list.
TALERT(IPADDRESS OR INDEX#)
Trap
Sends an SNMP Trap to a server identified by a hostname index defined in the Actions Definitions menu, or by an
IP address specified in the actions list.
TRAP(IPADDRESS OR INDEX#)
To send an SNMPv3 trap, the correct syntax is: TRAP(INDEX/IPADDRESS,3)
Syslog
Send a syslog message (via UDP port 514) to the specified address. The facility and level parameters are optional
numbers but both must be supplied if either is necessary. The default facility is 1 ("user") and the default level is 6
("informational").
SYSLOG(IPADDRESS OR INDEX#, optional FACILITY,LEVEL)
Stop
Conditionally stop action processing based on the outcome of actions prior to this keyword in the actions list. The
parameter specifies how much of the prior actions for this even must be successful in order for the unit to stop
processing the actions list: any action or all actions.
OKSTOP(ANY/ALL)
Continue
Continue any event identified by idname that has either paused or postponed its action processing.
CONTINUE(ID)

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Web Interface
The S571 has a built-in HTTP web server that can be used to configure the unit from anywhere the unit can be
accessed on the network or Internet. This interface is enabled by default. Simply connect to http://<IP address of
S571> or https://<IP address of S571> to use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).
Upon connection, you will be greeted by a login screen. Log in with your Login ID (Username) and Password.
These are the same credentials you would use to log into the command prompt.
Once logged in, the Sensors Status screen will be displayed. This is a menu tree on the left side of the display to
configure and control the SiteBoss. Using the menu trees you can alter most of the setting in the same way you
could via the command Interface.
Most pages have sections separated by a colored bar. These sections are collapsible. Double click any bar and
all sections will collapse for ease of handling long pages. A single click will collapse or expand any single section.
This interface can be disabled via the command interface. The configuration options for the Web Interface are
located under the Network Settings in the command interface only.
The manual uses CLI screen shots and uses the menu tree from the CLI. However, unless the Web Interface has
been disabled via the Network Settings, it is also available for use to control your SiteBoss unit.