CommScope ATC200-1000 User manual

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ATC200-1000 & ATC300-1000/2000 Remote
Control Variable Electrical Downtilt System
Installation and User Guide
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Revision History
Revision No. Date Description of Changes
ADecember 2007 Released
B October 2008 Added instructions on how to congure the controller to
operate using an SNMP agent (Section 8).
Moved instructions on Uploading Firmware Manually to
Appendix C.
Rewrote instructions on Uploading Device Firmware,
which includes how to change AISG mode in device (Sec-
tion 10).
Added instructions on AISG Reset Capabilities and
Using AISG Control Tools to Section 11.
Added instructions on manually setting an IP address for
Windows Vista operating systems toAppendix B.
C November 2008 Added 3 sections about Multiple Integrated Actuators.
Added SmartBeam Antenna Sections to explain congu-
ration and adjustments.
Added Section 23 to explain Tower Mounted Ampliers.
DMay 2009 Section 7 introduces bus is externally powered feature.
Section 9 changes from download the antenna denition
le to antenna denition le releases are bundled with
controller rmware.
Section 10 explains the Firmware Bundle Version Num-
bering.
Added Section 10.4, Using the Controller Help Menu:
About and Software Versions.
Section 11 added 64 device database expansion.
Section 12 introduces generic antenna model naming.
Section 15 shows addition of 1-way SmartBeam®
antennas.
EDecember 2009 DHCP added to Sections 6, 7, and Appendix B.
F May 2010 Update ATC300-1000 Operations Manual to also cover
ATC200-1000 Operations Manual.
G November 2010 Correct drawing.
HAugust 2012 Change ATC300/ATC200 Operations Manual to support
ATC300 release 2.34_A.

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Revision No. Date Description of Changes
J December 2012 Change ATC300/ATC200 Operations Manual to support
ATC300-2000 and Software release 2.36.
KSeptember 2013 Updated section 23 to better describe changing TMA
Gain.
LAugust 2014 Updated section 23 for new features added for TMA con-
trol with the software release 2.37_A
MJuly 2016 Updated with CommScope branding template; remove
teletilt.
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Notices and Precautions
IMPORTANT
Before installing/operating the ATC300-1000/2000 controller, please DOWNLOAD the latest controller
software from the CommScope web site at www.commscope.com. Please register online to receive
E-mail notications for software updates.
CAUTION
If using the 48V power connection on the ATC200-1000, ensure wires are properly connected. Reversing
the wires can cause permanent damage to the controller.
Do not install near power lines.
Power lines, telephone lines,
and guy wires look the same.
A
ssume any wire or line can
electrocute you.
Do not install on a wet or
windy day or when
lightning or thunder is
in the area. Do not use
metal ladder.
Wear shoes with rubber soles
and heels. Wear protective
clothing including a
long-sleeved shirt and rubber
gloves.
WARRANTY NOTICE
Proper installation procedures must be followed when installing and operating RET equipment. Failure to
assure installations are done properly by trained installation personnel and to follow procedures discussed
in this bulletin may cause warranty for such products to be void.
CommScope requires pretesting actuators on the ground prior to installation, using the CommScope
portable controller and the latest version of the controller software (available online at www.commscope.
com/Resources/Software). This will verify proper actuator functionality and also ensure that the latest avail-
able actuator rmware release is installed on the actuator. Failure to conduct pre-test and pre-installation
procedures dened by CommScope will void warranty.
Unauthorized removal of a protective shroud to replace actuators voids the CommScope warranty.
The installation, maintenance, or removal of an antenna requires qualied, experienced personnel. Com-
mScope installation instructions are written for such installation personnel. Antenna systems should be
inspected once a year by qualied personnel to verify proper installation, maintenance, and condition of
equipment.
CommScope disclaims any liability or responsibility for the results of improper or unsafe installation prac-
tices.
It is recommended that transmit power be turned off when the eld installation is performed. Follow all ap-
plicable safety precautions as shown on this page.
SAFETY NOTICE

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Electric Static Discharge (ESD) can damage or
destroy the hardware equipment used for the
ATC300-1000/2000 System. ESD can occur during
handling of equipment without the user feeling a
shock. The following precautions should be taken
to prevent ESD.
1. Wear an ESD wrist strap (Figure 1) and/or
use a test lead (ground), such as a single-wire
conductorwithaseriesresistanceof1megohm
equipped with alligator clips on each end. In
using a ground, one end of the alligator clip is
connected to a grounded equipment frame and
theotherendofthealligator clipistouchedwith
a bare hand.
2. Other precautions the user may take to reduce
the risk of ESD are:
• avoid wearing clothing that conducts
static electricity, such as wool
• remove all jewelry
• avoid handling equipment during an elec-
trical storm
3. Before opening a package containing an elec-
trostatic unit or an electrostatic sensitive device/
assembly, clip the free end of a test lead to the
package.Leavetheotherendconnected tothe
equipment frame or other ESD ground. This will
cause any static electricity which may have built up on the package to discharge. Keep
the unit package grounded during removal or placement of equipment in the package.
4. Minimize handling of ESDS (Electric Static Discharge Sensitive) equipment. Keep replace-
ment equipment in the electrostatic-free packaging (with ground established between
packaging and equipment frame) until needed. Repairable ESD equipment should be
placed in the electrostatic-free packaging (with ground connecting package to equipment
frame) upon removal from ATC300-1000/2000 system. ESD equipment should only be
transported and stored in ESD protective packaging.
5. Always avoid unnecessary movement of body, such as scufng feet across ooring, when
handling ESDS equipment. Such movement will generate additional charges of static
electricity.
Figure 1. ESD Wrist Strap.
WARNING
It is very important to disconnect the ATC200-1000 controller from the system after each use
to prevent permanent damage to the system.

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6. When removing or replacing ESDS equipment, hold the device or assembly through the
electrostatic-free wrap, where possible. If this is not possible, lift the device or assembly
by its body only. Do not touch component leads, connector pins, or any other electrical
connections or paths, even though they are covered by conformal coating.
7. Do not allow ESDS equipment to come in contact with clothing or other ungrounded ma-
terials that may have an electrostatic charge. Charges on non-conductive material are
not equal. For instance, a plastic storage bag may have a –10,000 volt potential 1/2 inch
from a +15,000 volt potential with many such charges all over the bag. Do not hand ESD
equipment to another person until it is safely packaged for protection for ESD.
8. When moving ESDS equipment, always touch the surface on which it rests with bare skin
foratleastonesecondbeforelifting.Beforesettingitonanysurface,touchthesurfacewith
your free hand for at least one second. Contact with bare skin provides a safe discharge
path for charges accumulated while you are moving around.
9. While servicing equipment containing ESD devices, do not handle or touch materials such
as plastic, vinyl, synthetic textiles, polished wood, berglass, or similar items that can
generate static charges; unless you repeat the grounding process with bare hands after
contacting these materials.
10. Where possible, avoid repairs that require soldering at the equipment level. Soldering
irons must have heater/tips assemblies that are grounded to an electrical ground. Do not
use standard plastic solder suckers (special antistatic solder suckers are commercially
available).
11. Ground the leads of test equipment momentarily before you energize the test equipment
and before you probe ESD devices or assemblies.
12. Work benches used for setting ESDS equipment should have ESD protective work sur-
faces. These work benches should also have personnel ground straps. These straps
prevent discharge of static electricity from personnel handling ESDS items on the work
bench surface. The work bench surface should be connected to a ground through a ground
cable. The resistance in the bench top ground cable should be located at or near the point
of contact with the top of the work bench. The resistance should be high enough to limit
any leakage current to 5 milliamperes or less. This takes into consideration the highest
voltage source within reach of grounded people and all the parallel resistances to ground,
such as wrist ground straps, table tops, and conductive ooring.

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Table of Contents
Revision History .................................................................................................... i
Notices and Precautions....................................................................................... iii
Part 1 – Initial Setup
Section 1 System Description......................................................................................1-1
1.0 Section Overview .......................................................................................................1-1
1.1 ATC200-1000 Antenna System Controller ................................................................1-1
1.2 ATC300-1000/2000 Antenna System Controller ........................................................1-2
1.2.1 Modem Port Isolation (ATC300-2000 only) ...............................................................1-8
1.3 Actuator (Motor Drive) ..............................................................................................1-10
1.4 Junction Boxes ......................................................................................................... 1-11
1.5 Lightning Protection Unit .......................................................................................... 1-11
1.6 Low Voltage Cable Assemblies (AISG Compliant RET Control Cabling) .................1-12
Section 2 Installation Instructions and Safety Precautions ..........................................2-1
2.0 Section Overview .......................................................................................................2-1
2.1 Abbreviations..............................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Installation Preparations.............................................................................................2-1
2.3 Controller Chassis Mounting ......................................................................................2-2
2.4 Controller Chassis Grounding ....................................................................................2-2
2.5 Controller Chassis Power...........................................................................................2-3
Section 3 Changing IP Settings on Local Computer Using the IP Config Tool............3-1
3.0 Section Overview .......................................................................................................3-1
3.1 Downloading/Extracting the IP Cong Tool Zip File....................................................3-1
3.2 Installing the CommScope IP Cong Tool ..................................................................3-2
3.3 Launching the IP Cong Tool......................................................................................3-3
3.4 Changing the IP Address on the Local Computer ......................................................3-4
3.5 Backing Up New IP Settings for the Local Computer.................................................3-6
3.6 Restoring Original IP Settings on the Local Computer...............................................3-8
3.7 Restoring Backup Files for New IP Settings on the Local Computer for Regaining
Access to the Controller.............................................................................................3-9
3.8 Removing a Backup File ..........................................................................................3-10
Section 4 Changing IP Settings on Local Computer Manually ....................................4-1
4.0 Section Overview .......................................................................................................4-1
4.1 Changing the IP Address on the Local Computer ......................................................4-2

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4.2 Restoring Original IP Settings on the Local Computer...............................................4-6
Section 5 Obtaining IP Settings for Controller (When IP Is Unknown) .....................5-1
5.0 Section Overview .......................................................................................................5-1
5.1 Establishing the IP Settings on an ATC300-1000/2000..............................................5-1
5.1.1 Establishing a Serial Connection to the Controller...................................................5-1
5.2 Determining the IP settings on an ATC200-1000 .......................................................5-7
5.2.1 Establishing a Serial Connection to the Controller...................................................5-7
5.2.2 Conguring the Serial Connection..........................................................................5-10
5.2.3 Establishing a Serial Connection for Windows® 2000 Users..................................5-12
5.2.4 Activating the Serial Connection ............................................................................5-13
5.2.5 Accessing the Controller Interface Over the Serial Connection to Obtain
the Controller’s IP Settings.....................................................................................5-14
Part 2 – Accessing the Controller
Section 6 Accessing the Controller Using a Direct Ethernet Connection....................6-1
6.0 Section Overview .......................................................................................................6-1
6.1 Using an Ethernet Cable for Establishing a Direct Connection from a Local
Computer to the Controller.........................................................................................6-1
Section 7 Changing the Controller's IP Settings for Access Over a Network ..............7-1
7.0 Section Overview .......................................................................................................7-1
7.1 Conguring the Controller Using A Local Computer...................................................7-2
7.1.1 Conguring the Controller to Use A Static IP Address..............................................7-3
7.1.2 Conguring the Controller to Use DHCP..................................................................7-4
7.2 Accessing the Controller Over the Network Connection ............................................7-6
Section 8 Controller Configuration Options ...............................................................8-1
8.0 Section Overview...............................................................................................8-1
8.1 Conguring the Controller for an SNMP Manager .................................................8-1
8.2 Security and Site Sharing (ATC300-1000/2000 only).............................................8-3
8.2.1 Site Sharing Conguration ................................................................................8-5
8.2.1.1 Operator Name and Password Management ....................................................8-5
8.2.1.2 Assigning Operators to Devices .......................................................................8-6
8.2.1.3 Operator Login/Logout ....................................................................................8-7
8.3 Site Conguration...............................................................................................8-8
8.3.1 Site Name.................................................................................................................8-8
8.3.2 External Bus Power (ATC300-1000/2000 only)........................................................8-8
8.3.3 Alarm Relay Conguration (ATC300-1000/2000 only) .............................................8-8
Part 3 – Uploading Firmware
Section 9 Uploading Controller Firmware and Antenna Definition Files
Using the IP Config Tool.............................................................................9-1
9.0 Section Overview .......................................................................................................9-1

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9.1 Required Resources...................................................................................................9-1
9.2 Connecting to the Controller.......................................................................................9-2
9.3 Locating/Adding Firmware Files to FTP Server..........................................................9-5
9.4 Uploading Firmware Files to the Controller ................................................................9-8
9.5 Uploading Other Antenna Supplier Denition Files ..................................................9-10
9.6 FTP Server Conict ..................................................................................................9-10
9.7 Uploading Controller Firmware from the ATC300 Web Interface ............................. 9-11
Section 10 Uploading Device Firmware ....................................................................10-1
10.0 Section Overview....................................................................................................10-1
10.1 Scan for Devices .....................................................................................................10-1
10.2 Updating AISG Device Firmware ............................................................................10-2
10.3 Choice of Upgrade Method .....................................................................................10-5
10.4 Using the Controller Help Menu ..............................................................................10-7
Part 4 – Device Discovery for All Types of Antennas
Section 11 Device Discovery and Bus Management..................................................11-1
11.0 Section Overview ..................................................................................................... 11-1
11.1 Running a Device Search......................................................................................... 11-1
11.2 Manually Adding a Device to the Controller's System .............................................. 11-3
11.3 Addressing ............................................................................................................... 11-4
11.4 Removing a Device from the Controller's System .................................................... 11-4
11.5 AISG Control Tools................................................................................................... 11-6
11.5.1 AISG 2.0 Reset..................................................................................................... 11-6
11.5.2 Revert to AISG 1.1................................................................................................ 11-7
11.5.3 Using the AISG Control Tools ............................................................................... 11-7
11.6 CommScope AITM Actuator Mode Management (ATC300 2.34_A and later only).. 11-8
11.6.1 Set AITM(s) to Multiple-Single RET Mode............................................................ 11-9
11.6.2 Set AITM(s) to MultiRET Mode........................................................................... 11-12
Part 5 – Operating Instructions for Standard Antennas
with Attached Actuators
Section 12 Device Configuration ..............................................................................12-1
12.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................12-1
12.1 Conguring a Device ................................................................................................12-1
12.2 Generic Antenna Model Naming...............................................................................12-4
12.3 Saving a Device Conguration to File ......................................................................12-5
Section 13 Adjusting the Electrical Downtilt on a Single Antenna............................13-1
13.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................13-1
13.1 Adjusting the Downtilt Angle on a Single Antenna....................................................13-1

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Section 14 Adjusting the Electrical Downtilt on a Group of Antennas......................14-1
14.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................14-1
14.1 Adjusting the Downtilt Angle on a Group of Antennas..............................................14-1
Part 6 – Operating Instructions for Antennas with Multiple
Integrated Actuators
Section 15 Device Configuration for Antennas with Multiple Integrated Actuators..15-1
15.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................15-1
15.1 Conguring a Device ................................................................................................15-1
15.2 Saving a Device Conguration to File ......................................................................15-4
Section 16 Adjusting the Electrical Downtilt on a Single Antenna Equipped with
Multiple Integrated Actuators.................................................................16-1
16.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................16-1
16.1 Adjusting the Downtilt Angle on a Single Antenna....................................................16-1
Section 17 Adjusting the Electrical Downtilt on a Group of Antennas Equipped with
Multiple Integrated Actuators.................................................................17-1
17.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................17-1
17.1 Adjusting the Downtilt Angle on a Group of Antennas..............................................17-1
Part 7 – Operating Instructions for SmartBeam®Antennas
Section 18 Device Configuration with SmartBeam Antennas ...................................18-1
18.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................18-1
18.1 Conguring a Device ................................................................................................18-1
18.2 Saving a Device Conguration .................................................................................18-4
Section 19 Adjusting the Electrical Downtilt on a Single SmartBeam®Antenna .......19-1
19.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................19-1
19.1 Adjusting the Downtilt Angle on a Single Antenna....................................................19-1
Section 20 Adjusting the Pan on a Single SmartBeam®Antenna ..............................20-1
20.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................20-1
20.1 Adjusting the Pan on a Single Antenna ....................................................................20-1
Section 21 Adjusting the Fan on a Single SmartBeam®Antenna...............................21-1
21.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................21-1
21.1 Adjusting the Fan on a Single SmartBeam Antenna ................................................21-1
Section 22 Adjusting the Electrical Downtilt, Pan, or Fan on a Group of SmartBeam®
Antennas.................................................................................................22-1
22.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................22-1

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22.1 Adjusting the Downtilt Angle, Az Offset, or Beamwidth on a Group of SmartBeam
Antennas..................................................................................................................22-1
Part 8 – Operating Instructions for Tower Mounted Ampliers
Section 23 Tower Mounted Amplifier .......................................................................23-1
23.0 Section Overview .....................................................................................................23-1
23.1 AISG TMA (Tower Mounted Amplier) Applications .................................................23-1
23.2 Finding TMAs ...........................................................................................................23-1
23.3 Conguring a TMA....................................................................................................23-3
23.4 Changing TMA Gain .................................................................................................23-5
23.5 Changing TMA Operating Mode...............................................................................23-7
Part 9 – Helpful Information
Appendix A Disabling and Enabling the Windows®XP SP2 Firewall......................... A-1
A.0 Appendix Overview ....................................................................................................A-1
A.1 Opening the Security Center......................................................................................A-1
Appendix B IP Addressing ......................................................................................... B-1
B.0 Appendix Overview ....................................................................................................B-1
B.1 IP Settings..................................................................................................................B-1
B.2 Setting An IP Address Using Windows Vista..............................................................B-2
Appendix C Uploading Firmware to Controller Manually.......................................... C-1
C.0 Section Overview .......................................................................................................C-1
C.1 Required Resources...................................................................................................C-2
C.2 Installing, Conguring, and Running the FTP Server (not needed for ATC300 2.34
and later) ....................................................................................................................C-2
C.3 Uploading the Firmware Bundle to the Controller ......................................................C-4
C.4 Uploading Firmware to AISG Devices using the ATC300/200 Controller ...................C-7
C.5 Verifying ATC300/200 Software Versions.................................................................C-10
C.6 Verifying AISG Device Firmware Versions ...............................................................C-10
Appendix D ATC300-1000/2000 Relay Alarms.................................................... D-1
D.0 Relay Alarm Denitions Table.....................................................................................D-1
D.1 Relay Alarm Information .............................................................................................D-1
Appendix E Declaration of Compliance..............................................................E-1
Site Configuration Worksheet ..................................................................(Tear Out Page)

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Initial Setup

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Section 1
System Description
1.0 Section Overview
This section discusses the use of components used in the ATC300-1000/2000 or ATC 200-1000
system.
1.1 ATC200-1000 Antenna System Controller
The ATC200-1000 controller, shown in Figure 1-1, serves as an interface between a local PC/lap-
top or a company network and the remote electrical downtilt devices (actuators/TMAs). This unit
uses software designed for communication between the controller and its attached AISG devices.
To download the latest software, go to the CommScope Products tab on (www.commscope.com/
Resources / Software)
Communication Ports and Power Connections (Figure 1-1):
• 9–pin‘D’styleRS–232connectorportusedtoconnecttoalocalPC’sCOMport
• EthernetportusedtoconnecttoalocalPC’sEthernetportoranetwork/Internet
• Bothdcandacconnectionsforthepowersupplymodule
• 8–pinconnectorport(RET)fortheAISG(AntennaInterfaceStandardsGroup)controlcableas-
sembly, which is used to manage up to 32 AISG devices, e.g. actuators or TMAs
Includes:
• 4Powercords(Australia/Asia,Europe,UK,andNorthAmerica)
• Ethernetcrossovercable
• Phoenix48Voltpowerconnector (Caution! Ensure wires are properly connected.
Reversing wires can cause permanent damage to the controller.)
• SiteCongurationSheet(ContactyourCommScopeSalesRepresentativefororderingthisitemin
a higher quantity. Also, available online at www.commscope.com)
Figure 1-1. ATC200-1000 Antenna System Controller
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Benets:
• Independentlymanagesupto32AISGdeviceswiththeuseofajunctionbox(es)
• ControlsactuatorsthroughtheAISGprotocol,whereadigitaladdressservestoidentifyandcom-
municatewithaspecicactuator
• 19”rackmountable(1RU)
• ControllerinterfaceopensthroughanInternetbrowserafterconnectionhasbeensetup
Since the ATC200-1000 controller is hard-wired into the equipment cabin, a lightning protection unit
(ATLP200-001) and appropriate grounding are recommended. If the controller will be used in an
outdoor environment, it must be placed in a weatherproof enclosure.
1.2 ATC300-1000/2000 Antenna System Controller
The ATC300-1000/2000 controller, shown in Figure 1-1, serves as an interface between a local PC/
laptop or a company network and the remote electrical downtilt devices (actuators/TMAs). This unit
uses software designed for communication between the controller and its attached AISG devices.
TodownloadthelatestcontrollerrmwarefromtheCommScopewebsite(www.commscope.com/
Resources/Software)RefertotheTableofContentsofthisUserGuidetolocatedetailedinstallation
and operation instructions for the ATC300-1000/2000 controller.
Communication Ports and Power Connections (Figure 1-1):
• 9–pin‘D’styleRS–232connectorportusedtoconnecttoalocalPC’sCOMport
• EthernetportusedtoconnecttoalocalPC’sEthernetportoranetwork/Internet
• Both+24and–48Vdcconnectionsforthepowersupplymodule
• 8–pinconnectorportfortheAISG(AntennaInterfaceStandardsGroup)controlcableassembly,
which is used to manage up to 32 AISG devices, e.g. actuators or TMAs
• SixSMBconnectorstoallowtheAISGsignaltotravelupthroughthecoaxialcable
Includes:
• CrossoverEthernetcable
 Note:BecausetheATC300-1000/2000controllerisauto-sensing,astraight-throughEthernetcable
may be used instead
• Phoenix+24Voltor-48Voltpowerconnector
(For proper operation, ensure wires are connected with correct polarity.)
Figure 1-1. ATC300-1000/2000 Antenna System Controller.
RS–232
Connector +24Vdc
Power
–48Vdc
Power
Ethernet
Port AISG Port Alarm
Outputs
SMB
Connectors
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Figure 1-2. ATC300-1000/2000 Status Indicators.
Power and Alarm
StatusLEDs
AISG
StatusLEDs
AISG
Port
• SiteCongurationSheet(ContactyourCommScopeSalesRepresentativefororderingthisitem
in a higher quantity. Also, available online at www.commscope.com)
Benets:
• Independentlymanagesupto32AISGdeviceswiththeuseofajunctionbox(es)
• ControlsactuatorsthroughtheAISGprotocol,whereadigitaladdressservestoidentifyandcom-
municatewithaspecicactuator
• SixintegratedsmartbiasteeswithSMBconnectorsoperateoverinternalmodemstoallowanAISG
signaltotransmittoTMAs/topsmartbiastees.Notethatadc2.1biasteeandSMBterminated
coaxialcablearealsorequired
• 19”rackmountable(1RU)
• ControllerinterfaceopensthroughanInternetbrowserafterconnectionhasbeensetup
• Includesbatterybackuponinternalclock
SincetheATC300-1000/2000controlleris hard-wiredintotheequipmentcabin,alightningprotection
unit (ATLP200-001) and appropriate grounding are recommended. If the controller will be used in
an outdoor environment, it must be placed in a weatherproof enclosure. See Section 2 for mounting
instructions and safety precautions.
LED Features:
• StatusLEDslocatedtotheleftoftheEthernetconnectionrepresentpowerandmajoralarms(Figure
1-2). The top green light indicates that the unit is powered. The bottom red status light indicates
thatamajoralarmhasoccurredwhichcanbecheckedbylookingatthealarmstatus.
• TheAISGstatusLEDsarelocatednexttotheAISGport.WhentheleftLEDisilluminatedgreen,
24VdcisavailabletotheRS–485bus(i.e.,intheRETcable).WhentherightLEDisilluminated
green,theRS–485busispoweredwith24VdcandthecontrollerisintheWakemode.Whenthe
rightLEDisred,thereisashort.Inthiscase,devicesandcablesmustbechecked.
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Port Details:
Figures1-3through1-7showexamplesoftheATC300-1000/2000portconnections.
Figure 1-3. ATC300-1000/2000 Ethernet Port.
TheATC300-1000/2000controllerprovidesone10/100Ethernetportwithautonegotiationcapabilities.
TheEthernetport(Figure1-3)isusedforconnectingtoagatewayoraPC.
Figure 1-4. ATC300-1000/2000 Serial Port.
TheATC300-1000/2000controllerisalsoequippedwithanRS–232serialport(LMT)withthefollowing
defaultsettings:115200Baud,8databits,1stopbit,noparity,andnoowcontrol.TheRS–232port
(Figure1-4)isconguredasaDCEinterface.ThisportisusedtoconnecttoaserialportonaPC.
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