Comtrol Smart Hostess Series Parts list manual

Scope
This reference card discusses the interface that you
purchased with your Comtrol™controller. This card
provides you with technical information for your
interface.
Audience
This reference card assumes that you are somewhat
familiar with installing equipment in your computer.
Prerequisites
This reference card assumes that you have already
configured and installed the controller. In addition, it
assumes that you have also installed the device driver.
Installing the interface is the last step of configuring
and installing your Comtrol system.
Specifications
The following table lists specifications for the
interface.
If you want information about the controller, refer to
the Hardware Reference Card or User’s Guide that
came with your controller.
Software specific information and a comprehensive
support section can be found in the Installation Guide
or Installation Reference Card for the device driver you
ordered.
If you did not order a Comtrol device driver, you may
receive a Programming Guide that contains
programming information for your controller.
Installing the Interface
The interfaces requires no configuration before
installation. Use the following procedure to install the
interface.
Note: Make sure that your PC is powered down before
connecting the interface box.
1. Plug the interface cable into the controller’s
connector.
2. Manually, twist the plug’s thumbscrews into the
connector.
If you need pinout information about the cable
connector that attaches to the controller, see the
applicable Hardware Reference Card or User’s Guide
for your controller.
Attaching the Peripherals
Use the following steps to attach your peripherals:
1. Connect your peripherals to the interface. The
ports on the interface are numbered from 1 to 4 or
1 to 8 (depending upon which interface you
purchased).
2. Use the following table and figuresif you need
information about the DB9 connector pinouts.
Table 1. Interface Specifications
Function Specification
I/O ports 4 or 8 ports
Interface RS-232
FCC certification Complies with FCC Class A for
section 15 subpart J conducted
and radiated types of interface.
UL recognition Yes
Dimensions (4-Port) Molded (Call Comtrol for
specific dimensions)
Dimensions (8-Port) 2.9” x 3.6” x 1.5” Table 3. RS-232 Interface Port Pinouts
Pin Signal
1DCD
2RxD
3TxD
4DTR
5GND
6DSR
7RTS
Pin 1
Pin 9
DB9 Male
Pin 5
Pin 6
Pin 1
Pin 9
DB9
Female
Pin 5
Pin 6
RS-232 4/8-Port (DB9)
Interface Reference Card
Hostess®4/8, Hostess 550 4/8, Hostess/MC4/8
Hostess 550/MC4/8, Hostess 186 4/8, Smart Hostess Series

Shielding Cables
The controller falls within the limits for a Class A
computing device established by the FCC. To comply
with these limits, the serial cables used to connect the
interface to external devices should be shielded. The
shield should be connected to a metal or metallized
connector shroud on each end of the cable. It is not
necessary to connect the chassis ground pin of the DB9
connector.
Technical Support
If you have questions about your controller, contact
Comtrol using one of the following methods.
Corporate Headquarters:
WEB site: www.comtrol.com
email: [email protected]
FAX: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
BBS (for driver updates): [phone]
Note: The BBS supports modem speeds up to
28.8Kbps with 8 bits, and no parity.
FTP site (for driver updates): ftp://ftp.comtrol.com
Comtrol Europe:
email: [email protected] or [email protected]
BBS: [phone]
Note: TheBBS supportsmodem speeds up to14.4 Kbps
with 8 bits and no parity.
FAX: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Comtrol has a staff of hardware and software
engineers, technicians, and managers available for
help.
Third Edition, August 22, 1996
Copyright © 1994 - 1996. Comtrol Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
Comtrol Corporation makes no representations or
warrantieswith regard tothe contents ofthisreference
card or to the suitability of the Comtrol controllers for
any particular purpose.
Comtrol is a trademark of Comtrol Corporation.
The Comtrol logo is a registered trademark of Control
Systems, Inc.
Hostess is a registered trademark of Comtrol
Corporation.
Document Number: 6219
8CTS
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Table 3. RS-232 Interface Port Pinouts
Pin Signal