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Accu-Time Systems, Inc.
420 Somers Road, Ellington, CT 06029
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.accu-time.com

Copyright1998 Accu-Time Systems, Inc. Second Printing, 1999. Accu-Time is a registered trademark
of Accu-Time Systems, Inc. The material contained in this manual is subject to change. No part of this
manual may be reproduced or distributed in any form or by any means, or stored in any database or
retrieval system, without Accu-Time’s prior written permission. Accu-Time Systems, Inc. makes no
warranty of any kind including, but not limited to, any implied warranties of merchantability, and fitness
for a particular purpose in regard to this manual.
All Rights Reserved. Printed in the USA.

ACCU-TIME
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SERIES 5600
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 1
Features 2
Specifications 3
Installation 4
ACCU-RATEDiagnostics 9
Ethernet Testing and Setup 14
Maintenance 17
Troubleshooting Guide 18
Ethernet Troubleshooting Guide 20
MANU5600-01(04)

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MANU5600-01(04)
INTRODUCTION
The Accu-Time Series 5600 is a true 'C' download programmable intelligent Time and Data Collection Terminal.
The Series 5600 offers a large, capacitor backed, user memory base of up to 768K and is equipped with two full
duplex RS232 Auxiliary ports and provisions for laser inputting. An additional DI/DO module with 6 Form 'C'
relays transforms the Series 5600 into an Industrial Machinery Controller. In addition to operating in standard EIA
communication formats, the Series 5600 is also TCP/IP Ethernet 10-base-T compatible. Among the many features
of the 5600 are:
♦ Multi-Media: Can support most standard bar code formats including UPC, 128, 39, 2/5, I2/5 and
more, as well as IATA Track I and ABA Track II magnetic stripe input.
♦ Flexibility: The Series 5600 can act as a stand alone time station or as part of a local or wide area
network. The terminal can also interface with virtually any host hardware or software platform.
♦ Custom Applications: Custom programs and programmable function keys can provide users with the
flexibility to create a variety of options.
♦ Reliability: A Real Time Clock (RTC) provides 12 or 24 hour time formats with quartz precision.
An optional non-interruptible power supply (UPS) provides terminal operation for up to 4 hours
during a power outage, for example. Data storage will be preserved for up to 4 days with the memory
backup system.
♦ Durability: Environmental enclosure protects circuitry from environmental conditions such as
extreme temperatures and airborne dust.
Versatility, Reliability and Affordability in a state-of-the-art ergonomically designed terminal and backed by the
ACCU-TEAM.

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FEATURES
• Single or multi-clock environments on a variety of host platforms with application programs integrating the
ATS DATA TRAKERfamily of modules.
• 128K Byte capacitor backed memory base, expandable to 768K
• Optional 64K Flash memory
• TCP/IP Ethernet 10-base-T compatible (802.3)
• EIA Standard RS232 or RS485 compatible
• On-board ACCU-RATEterminal set-up and diagnostics package
• Custom keypad legends with software defined function keys
• Tactile 45 key alphanumeric keypad
• 2 or 4 line by 40 character backlit Liquid Crystal Display
• Dual tone audible annunciator
• Integrated or External Bar Code slot readers
• Wand port for external digital wands
• Laser input capability
• Integrated Magnetic slot readers, RF ID technology
• 6-DI/DO ports for machinery control
• 2-full duplex RS232 Auxiliary ports
• Uninterruptible power source with on-board charger
• Die cast aluminum housing with steel key-lockable, tamper resistant base assembly
• CE Mark and FCC part 15 Certified

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SPECIFICATIONS
Display: 2 Line x 40 Character backlit super-twist LCD
4 Line x 40 Character backlit super-twist LCD
Clock: 12 or 24 hour-format-USA or International (quartz precision)
Time stamp of data transactions
Indicators: Yellow LED: low power indicator
Two programmable LED indicators, red and green
Diagnostic LEDs for Ethernet:
Yellow = busy Green = linked
Yellow = receive Red = transmit
Keypad: Tactile 45 key alphanumeric
Software defined function keys
Custom user defined keypad legends
Memory: 128K Byte Expandable to 768K Byte of capacitor backed memory
(3000 or greater employee base – program dependent)
64K Flash memory
Programming: ATS DATA TRAKER modules, “C” programming language or third party custom application
packages.
Interface: TCP/IP Ethernet 10-base-T (802.3)
EIA standard RS232 or RS485 (2 or 4 wire)
Standard AT Command set for up to 2400-baud Modem operation (expanding 9600-baud rate
with optional external modem)
Enclosure: Die cast aluminum housing with steel key-lockable base assembly
Power: +10 to 17 VDC (+12 VDC @ 400 milliamps nominal)
Local, remote or centrally powered
Non-interruptible power source with charger (optional)
Environment: Operation: 32°to 110°F (0°to 43°C)
Certification: CE Mark Certified (CE, RE, ESD, RS and CS) FCC part 15
Physical: 11.5” wide x 7.25” high x 3.4” deep. Weight: 5.3 lbs.
(29.21 cm wide x 18.42 cm high x 8.64 cm deep. Weight: 2.4 kg)
Accessories: Integrated Optical Bar Code or Magnetic slot readers
RF ID readers, six form 'C' relay module
Laser and CCD scanners, Digital Bar Code Wands
External Optical Bar Code slot readers

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INSTALLATION
GENERAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
Environment
Although the Series 5600 Time and Data Collection Terminal is a durable industrial-grade device, which will
endure harsh environments, it never the less is an electronic device. Environmental constraints exist and care
should be given when selecting a location for installing and operating the Series 5600.
The ATSterminal is designed to operate indoors. Exposure to outdoor elements such as rain or snow will not
only void the manufacturer warranty, but may cause damage to the device. The terminal should be mounted on a
vibration free area. Select a location, which has adequate lighting and accessibility to operate the terminal safely.
Operating Parameters
Accu-Timerecommends that the Series 5600 operate in an ambient temperature range of between 32°and 110°
Fahrenheit. Non-condensing humidity should be less than 95%. The RS232 Series 5600 must be located no
greater than fifty (50) wire-feet from the host computer. EIA standards for RS232 protocol data transmission
dictate this cable distance. Exceeding this requirement greatly increases the chances for continual data re-
transmission, which may never be acknowledged.
The RS485 Series 5600 locally powered must be located no greater than five thousand (5000) wire-feet from the
host computer. EIA standards for RS485 protocol data transmissions dictate this cable distance. Exceeding this
requirement greatly increases the chances for continual data re-transmission, which may never be acknowledged.
The Ethernet Series 5600 may be located at any point within a TCP/IP Ethernet 10-base-T Network, providing the
single segment length from the network hub does not exceed three hundred and twenty-eight (328) wire-feet. A
typical topology for the Series 5600 in an Ethernet 10-base-T network is a star configuration.

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INSTALLATION
Base
Locate a flat wall surface to accommodate the Series 5600. With terminal power being supplied locally, insure that
a conventional 110VAC wall outlet, 220VAC in Europe and other areas, (check local electrical code requirements)
is dedicated to accept the Series 5600 12VDC power pack assembly. The outlet should be no further than four (4)
feet from the terminal.
With the supplied terminal mounting template, prepare the wall to accommodate mounting hardware (customer
provided). Typical mounting height is forty-eight inches from floor to the terminal display (Compliant to the
Americans with Disabilities Act). Observe OSHA and/or local safely codes when operating tools during all phases
of installation. Attach the terminal wall mount to the flat wall surface. Select and remove one of the perforated
knockouts on the wall mount, which will accommodate the data transmission and 12VDC power pack cable
assemblies.
Data Cable
For RS232 applications, ATS recommends using a modular telephone-type data cable. This eight- (8) conductor
shielded flat cable has RJ-45 modular plugs on each end. For example, the fifty (50) foot ATS cable, part number
63-2003-02, may run along side base-moldings, walls, overheads, or in hostile environments through conduit
tubing. One end of the cable terminates into the Series 5600 communication port while the other terminates into
the host computer’s serial port via an ATS RS232 Communication Adapter.
RS232 SAMPLE INSTALLATION
COMM ADAPTER
DE9-RJ45
5K232PO.DRW
TO HOST
12 VDC
POWER
SUPPLY
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NOTE: Pinouts are referenced to the terminal
Pin # Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Earth Ground
Receive
Transmit
N/C
N/C
Ground
+VDC
Ground

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For RS485 communication applications, ATS recommends using a twisted pair, data transmission trunk cable that
adheres to the following specifications:
Five conductor shielded 24-gage wire with a drain.
The impedance of the cable should be 100 Ohms.
The nominal capacitance between conductors should be 12.5 pico-farads per foot.
The jacket of the cable is typically PVC material.
*Note* If the host is not equipped with an RS485 port, an ATSRS232/485 Converter with 12 volt power pack
assembly will convert the terminal communication lines to RS232 levels. The host output of the RS232/485
Converter plugs directly into the ATSRS232 Communication Adapter.
RS485 allows for the Series 5600 to be used in multi-dropped networks. Thirty-two (32) terminals can be
supported on a single host communication port. The use of ATSSeries 1000 Network Controllers allow up to
five hundred and twelve (512) terminals on a single host communication port.
MULTI-CLOCK - RS485 SAMPLE INSTALLATION
NOTE: Pinouts are referenced to the terminal
Pin # Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Earth Ground
DI -
DO +
DO -
DI +
Ground
+VDC
Ground
12 VDC
POWER
SUPPLY
12 VDC
POWER
SUPPLY
RS-232 TO
RS-485
CONVERTER
12 VDC
POWER
SUPPLY
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COMM ADAPTER
DE9S-RJ45
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12345678
COMM
E.GND P.GND +VDC P.GND
JP1
DROP 2 DROP 3
DC POWER
E.GND
12345678
COMM
E.GND P.GND +VDC P.GND
12345678
COMM
E.GND P.GND +VDC P.GND
DROP 1 DROP 4
JP2 JP3 JP4
NC NO
Trunk Wire
Network Cabling
NC

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For Ethernet communication applications, ATSrecommends using a CATEGORY 5 unshielded twisted pair high-
speed data transmission cable. One end of the 568B RJ45 terminated cable is plugged into the Series 5600
Ethernet port, while the other end is plugged into the network hub.
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Ethernet Hub
10BASE-T
HUB
POWER
SUPPLY
ATS
POWER
SUPPLY
ATS
POWER
SUPPLY
System Network Cable
5KENET.DRW