CTI Products SLM SiteLync User manual

68-11502-100
SLM SiteLyncTM
Network Modem
User Guide # S2-60898-100

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TABLEOFCONTENTS
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................1
LONWORKS/TELECOM CONNECTIVITY DEVICE......................................................1
FRONT PANEL.......................................................................................................4
SETUP AND OPERATION...................................................................................6
STEP 1. INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE DRIVERS........................................................6
STEP 2. MOUNTING THE SLM SITELYNC ...............................................................6
STEP 3. MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.........................................................7
STEP 4. CONFIGURING THE SLM SITELYNC ...........................................................7
STEP 5. CONFIGURING HOST PC ............................................................................9
APPENDIX...........................................................................................................10
APPENDIX A. SLTALINK MANAGER AND NSI MODE...........................................10
APPENDIX B. MIP MODE USING THE DOS DRIVER...............................................13
APPENDIX C. SLM/CONFIG UTILITY....................................................................15
APPENDIX D. OPTION SWITCH SETTINGS FOR SLM/AY .....................................19
APPENDIX E. EIA-232 (SETUP OR HOST) CONNECTIONS.......................................21
APPENDIX F. TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................22
APPENDIX G. ORDERING CODE............................................................................24
APPENDIX H. SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................26

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Introduction 1
INTRODUCTION
LONWORKS/TELECOM CONNECTIVITY DEVICE
The SLM SiteLync network modem is an integrated package consisting of a
LonTalk adapter and Telco interface, allowing communications w
ith distant
LonWorks networks using telecommunications media. Its non-
router based
design provides maximum connectivity value at minimum levels of installation
and operation cost. It can replace older solutions using multiple units that have
non-standard mounting and power requirements.
LonTalk Adapter
The integral LonTalk Adapter provides Network Services Interface (NSI mode)
or Network Interface functionality (MIP mode). It allows any host to implement
the upper layers of the LonWorks protocol, so appl
ications on the host can send
and receive network variable updates and explicit messages, as well as poll
network variables. The SLM SiteLync network modem must be ordered for use
in either NSI mode or MIP mode. It is not easily field changeable since a
factory
configuration of the hardware determines the operating mode. It is available with
either FTT-10A, TPT/XF-78, or TPT/XF-1250 LonWorks network transceiver.
Telco Interface
When ordered with one of the integral telephone service interfaces, the SLM
S
iteLync network modem provides the means to connect distant LonWorks
networks using analog (PSTN), digital (ISDN), or cellular channels.
The internal analog modem
options in the SLM SiteLync network modem use
proven V.34 terbo modulation, transferring data at 33,600 bits per second. Dial-
up as well as 2-
wire leased lines (for North America only) are supported. The
internal ISDN modem (for Europe only) can connect at 64 Kbps using the S/T
interface. The internal cellular modem use
s the AMPS protocol (for North
America only) at data rates up to 4800 bps.
Power Supply
Internal power supply options are available for 10-35VAC/DC or 100-
240VAC.
This supplies all necessary power for the SLM unit.

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Introduction 2
Typical Applications
Figure 1shows a typical monitor and control application with the SLM/IM
SiteLync network modem being used to connect LonWorks networks to a remote
host PC through analog dial-up lines.
Figure 1. Typical Remote Monitor and Control Application using PSTN
Lines
Typical applications include monitoring and control of LonWorks devices
utilizing analog, ISDN, and Cell telephone services. By incorporating SLM
SiteLync network modems into the network, applications can be implemented on
a host that is located remotely from the LonWorks network.
Figure 2shows the SLM/IS (ISDN) SiteLync being used to connect LonWorks
networks to a remote host PC through ISDN lines.
Figure 2. SLM/IS Connecting Networks using ISDN Lines
ISDN
Standard
ISDN Modem
Host PC
EIA-232
SLM-IS
LonWorks
Nodes
SLM-IS
SLM-IS
PSTN
Standard
Modem
Host PC
EIA-232
SLM-IM
LonWorks
Nodes
SLM-IM
SLM-IM

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Figure 3
shows the SLM/CL SiteLync being used to connect a LonWorks
network to a remote host PC through a cellular channel. An auxiliary connector
is provided to allow a wired connecti
on to the PSTN. This can be used as a
backup channel when the wireless channel is not available.
Figure 3. SLM/CL Connecting Networks using a Cellular Channel
Figure 4shows the SLM/AY SiteLync being
used to connect LonWorks
networks to a remote host PC through T1 or E1 channels. This configuration
may also be used with other high speed serial transmission media such as digital
microwave.
Figure 4. SLM/AY Connecting Networks using a High Speed Channels
T1, E1
or other
High
Speed
Channel
CSU/DSU
Host PC
EIA-232
SLM-AY
LonWorks
Nodes
SLM-AY
SLM-AY
CSU/DSU
CSU/DSU
CSU/DSU
PSTN
Standard
Modem
Host PC
EIA-232
SLM-CL
LonWorks
Nodes
Cell Site
Backup Channel

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Introduction 4
The SLM/AY SiteLync can also operate as a serial (EIA-232) LonWorks
Network Services Interface (NSI) or Network Interface (NI) as shown in Figure
5.
Figure 5. SLM/AY used as a LonWorks NSI or NI
FRONT PANEL
All operator controls and connectors are accessible from the front panel. Figure 6
shows the front panel of the SLM/IM model. Other models are similar in
appearance.
The SLM/AY (no modem) does not contain the “RUN/CFG” switch, rather it has
an 8 position OPTION DIP switch. See APPENDIX Dfor descriptions of these
switch functions.
Figure 6. SLM/IM Network Modem Front Panel
Host PC
EIA-232 SLM-AY
LonWorks
Nodes

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Introduction 5
INDICATORS
TX Indicates packet is transmitted from the LonTalk adapter.
RX Indicates packet is received by the LonTalk adapter.
RI Indicates incoming call is detected but not yet answered.
LNK Indicates cable is connected to ISDN termination device(SLM/IS only).
BIndicates a call has been established with another ISDN modem (SLM/IS
only).
CD SLM/IM: Indicates carrier is detected and training sequence / protocol
negotiation completed.
SLM/IS: Indicates a call has been established AND the B channel
protocol negotiation has been completed.
SERVICE ON : Power-up initialization in progress (approximately 6 seconds).
Blinking : LonTalk adapter is unconfigured.
PWR Indicates input power is present.
CONNECTORS
NET LonWorks network, polarity insensitive
L1, L2 Input power, DC is polarity insensitive
SETUP EIA-232 port for configuration. In RUN mode, data from the modem is
also transmitted on this port for diagnostic purposes.
HOST EIA-232 HOST port for SLM/AY.
PSTN Telephone line connection for SLM/IM and SLM/CL.
ISDN S/T connection for SLM/IS.
CELL Cell phone connection for SLM/CL
SWITCHES
SERVICE Initiates Service pin message from LonTalk adapter.
RESET Initializes SLM hardware, causes all switches to be read.
RUN/CFG RUN: Connects modem to LonTalk Adapter.
CFG: Connects LonTalk Adapter to SETUP port.
OPTION Sets various options for SLM/AY only. See Appendix D for details.
AUX (Internal switch located in front of the NET connector), normally left in the
OFF (left, away from the PWR connector) position. In the ON (right,
toward the PWR connector) position, the SETUP connector is internally
connected to the modem for those rare cases when the modem must be
accessed directly for diagnostic purposes.

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Setup and Operation 6
SETUPANDOPERATION
STEP 1. INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE DRIVERS
Drivers must be installed on the Host PC to allow communications with an SLM
SiteLync module. Even if these device drivers have previously been installed on
the host PC for use with some other type of network interface, it is recommended
that the following procedure be used to ensure the correct installation of the
drivers and the SLM/Config utility. To install all necessary drivers and software,
perform the following steps:
a. Close all open programs.
b. Insert the SLM SiteLync installation disk 1 into the PC.
c. Click the Start button on the Windows task bar and select the run
command.
d. When prompted for a program name, enter the following:
A:\SETUP.EXE
e. Follow the prompts in the setup process. The following software will be
installed:
•If NSI mode is selected, SLTALink Manager and a virtual DOS
driver for the SLM/Config utility, or
•If MIP mode is selected, SLTA DOS device driver for MIP
applications and the SLM/Config utility.
•SLM/Config utility (slm.exe) and associated .dll and .vbx files.
f. At the prompt to restart the PC, remove the SLM SiteLync installation
disk and restart the computer.
g. To install drivers for both NSI and MIP modes, simply run the installation
program twice.
STEP 2. MOUNTING THE SLM SITELYNC
The SLM SiteLync network modem must be mounted using a standard DIN rail
per EN50022 inside an approved fire enclosure as defined in UL1950. The
length of DIN rail channel required to properly mount the SLM is 3.5 inches.
There are no user-serviceable components inside the SLM unit and it should not
be disassembled. Should the unit require repair, it must be returned to CTI
Products, Inc.

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STEP 3. MAKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
LonWorks Network Connection (NET)
Connect the LonWorks twisted pair channel to t
he SLM module via the 2
terminal NET connector. This connection is non-polarity sensitive.
Telephone Line Connection (PSTN, ISDN, or CELL)
Connect the telephone service line to the PSTN (for SLM/IM), ISDN (for
SLM/IS), or CELL (for SLM/CL) connector. An
RJ11 is provided on the
SLM/IM and SLM/CL models. An RJ45 is provided on the SLM/IS model.
Input Power Connection
Power input is applied to the SLM module via the 3 terminal connector. The
terminals labeled ‘L1’ and ‘L2’ are used for the mains input. S
LM units with
power input rating of 10-
35 volts AC/DC are polarity insensitive. The terminal
marked with the ground symbol should be connected to protective earth ground.
For SLM units with power input rating of 100-
240 VAC that are permanently
connected
, a readily accessible disconnect device must be incorporated in the
fixed wiring. For those connected with a pluggable device, the socket-
outlet
must be installed near the SLM and must be easily accessible.
Apply power to the SLM SiteLync network modem o
nly after all other
connections have been made.
After power is applied, the PWR indicator should come on. Also, the
SERVICE
indicator should come on for approximately 6 seconds. After the SERVICE
indicator goes off, the SLM is ready for use.
STEP 4. CONFIGURING THE SLM SITELYNC
Most typical applications (where a host computer is used to dial into multiple
remote sites containing SLM/IM, SLM/IS, or SLM/CL modules) can make use of
the factory default configuration of the SLM SiteLync (as follows):
•All models : RUN mode
•All models : Auto-answer enabled
•All models : Auto-Dial-Out mode : disabled
•SLM/IM (EU) : Country code = Europe
•SLM/IS (EU) : D channel protocol = Euro-ISDN (DSS1)
B channel protocol = X.75

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User configuration of SLM SiteLync network modems will only be needed in the
following situations :
•An SLM/IM used in Europe, where the default country code of
“Europe” does not function properly (see “Modem Options” in
APPENDIX C).
•An SLM/IS requiring other than the Euro-ISDN (DSS1) D channel
protocol and the X.75 B channel protocol (see “Modem Options” in
APPENDIX C).
•An SLM/IM, SLM/IS, or SLM/CL that will make use of the Auto-Dial-
Out function (see Auto-Dial-Out configuration in Appendix C).
•SLM/AY units needing switch settings other than factory default (See
APPENDIX D).
Will Configuration be
Required?
ýIf NO, and the SLM will be used
with its factory default settings,
skip to STEP 5. The SLM is ready
to function in a network.
þIf YES, see APPENDIX Dfor the
SLM/AY, or User Configuration
of the SLM SiteLync (below) for
all other models.
User Configuration of the SLM SiteLync
Note: Be sure to shut down any host application (i.e. LonMaker, Nodeutil, etc.)
before attempting to run the SLM/Config utility.
If configuration of the SLM SiteLync is necessary, follow these steps:
a. Connect a standard (straight-through) serial cable from the proper serial
port on the PC containing the software installed in Step 1 to the SETUP
connector on the SLM SiteLync network modem. See APPENDIX Efor
connection details.
b. Set the RUN/CFG switch to the CFG (CONFIGURE) position.
c. Connect power to the SLM SiteLync network modem, or press RESET if
the unit is already powered.
d. If using the SLM SiteLync in MIP mode, skip to Step e. If using the SLM
SiteLync in NSI mode, use SLTALink Manager to establish a “Local
Link” with the SLM SiteLync module. Characteristics such as host PC
??
To learn more about
Auto-Dial-
Out Mode,
Country Codes, and
ISDN protocols, see
A
PPENDIX
C.

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port and baud rate can be specified. See “Establishing a New Local Link”
in APPENDIX Afor details.
e. Run the SLM/Config utility (slm.exe) to customize the SLM SiteLync
module for the application. Be sure to set the proper LON Channel from
the LON Setup menu. Characteristics such as modem properties (ie,
county code, auto-dial mode, dial directories), security callback, hang-up
timer, and auto-dial-out can be specified. The SLM/Config utility is
similar to the Configure SLTA selection in the Devices menu of SLTALink
Manager. Although either program may be used to configure the SLM
SiteLync (in NSI mode), the SLM/Config utility eases the task of
determining the modem initialization string, allows the configuration
choices to be saved to and retrieved from a disk file, and can be used with
the SLM SiteLync in either NSI or MIP mode. See APPENDIX C for
details about the SLM/Config utility.
f. When configuration is complete, set the RUN/CFG switch to the RUN
position, and press the RESET button.
g. Remove the serial cable from the SETUP connector on the SLM SiteLync.
STEP 5. CONFIGURING HOST PC
If the SLM SiteLync is being used in MIP mode, no other con
figuration of the
DOS and 16 bit Windows drivers installed in Step 1 is required. The SLM is
ready to be used with the Host Application. See Appendix B for details on
dialing into a remote SLM SiteLync from the Host PC.
If the SLM SiteLync is being used
in NSI mode, a “link” must be established
between the PC and the SLM SiteLync before a host application can be executed.
A link may be either “local”, where the PC is directly connected to the SLM via
an RS232 cable, or “remote”, where the PC (with an int
ernal or external modem)
is connected to the SLM via a telephone or cellular channel.
To establish a new local or remote link with an SLM SiteLync in NSI mode using
SLTALink Manager, see “Establishing and New Local Link” or “Establishing a
in APPENDIX A.
Information in APPENDIX A
for remote links applies to the most common usage
of the SLM SiteLync where the PC “dials-
in to” remote SLM SiteLync sites. For
information on the more advanced usage where the SLM SiteLync in NSI mode
automatically dials-in to the PC, please refer to Technical Note TN031.

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Appendix A. SLTALink Manager and NSI Mode 10
APPENDIX
APPENDIX A. SLTALINK MANAGER AND NSI MODE
Host Applications using the LNS platform (such as LonMaker for Windows and
Windows DDE Server) require the SLM SiteLync to be used in NSI mode, along
with the SLTALink Manager. The SLTALink Manager provides a Windows 32-
bit driver and a user interface for controlling the connection through an SLM
SiteLync network modem in NSI mode and for diagnosing connection problems.
It can monitor a modem line, answer an incoming call, associate the incoming
call’s SLM SiteLync (and hence its network) with a LonTalk node, and then
launch a pre-determined application for that particular network or SLM SiteLync.
Parameters such as local/remote connection, dialing preferences (area code,
access number, tone/pulse dialing, calling card dialing), monitoring for dial-in,
and link associations (to an application during dial-in) can be altered. The
SLTALink Manager enables a LonWorks network to establish a connection to a
host PC based on an event that occurs in the remote network (such as an alarm
condition). Refer to Technical Note TN031 to learn more about these advanced
SLM SiteLync and SLTALink Manager features.
DOS and 16-bit Windows LonManager API applications (such as Lonmaker for
DOS and Nodeutil) can make use of the SLM SiteLync in NSI mode via the
SLTALink Manager driver through the ldvvdd.sys (Windows 9x) or pcltdos.sys
(Windows NT) virtual device drivers. If the NSI mode driver installation was
performed as described in STEP 1of the “SETUP AND OPERATION” section, the
driver was loaded onto the host PC, and a device driver line was added to the
config.sys file similar to one of the following:
Windows 9x (config.sys file)
device=c:\progra~1\ctipro~1\slm\ldvvdd.sys /D1 /V”LonSLTA”
Windows NT (config.nt file)
device = %systemroot%\system32\pcltdos.sys /D1
Figure 7shows a typical host PC configuration when using SLTALink Manager
in an LNS application. The host PC configuration would be the same if
connected to a local SLTA SiteLync used as a Network Services Interface in NSI
mode.

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Figure 7. NSI Mode with Host PC using SLTALink Manager
Establishing a New Local Link
Use this procedure when the SLM SiteLync SETUP OR HOST
port is connected
directly to the PC COM
port via an RS232 cable. For the SLM/AY, be sure that
OPTION switch position 2 is in the UP position. For all other models, be sure
that the RUN/CFG switch is in the CFG position. Following
any change to
switch settings, be sure to power cycle or RESET the SLM SiteLync.
To establish a new local link with an SLM SiteLync using SLTALink Manager,
use the following steps:
a. From the Link menu, choose New.
b. In the “Link Description” window, specify a Name, click the Local button,
then click the Next button.
c. In the “Comm Port” window, specify the serial port to which the SLM
SiteLync will be connected, select a baud rate of 57600, then click the Next
button.
d. In the “Link Properties” window, accept the default field values by clicking
the Finish button.
e. From the Link menu, choose Select and select the link just configured from
the list .
f. Manually connect to the local SLM by clicking the “Link” button shown
here. Connection status will be indi
cated in the main window. If
successful, the “Remote Identifier” will be shown.
PSTN
Standard
Modem
Host PC
EIA-232
Interface
LonWorks
Nodes
SLM-IM
Host Application
LNS Software
SLTALink Manager
and
LDVVDD.SYS
Network Driver

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Establishing a New Remote Link
Use this procedure when using an internal or external modem on the PC to dial in
to a remote SLM SiteLync. For the SLM/AY, be sure that OPTION switch
position 2 is in the DOWN position. For all other models, be sure that the
RUN/CFG switch is in the RUN position. Following any change to switch
settings, be sure to power cycle or RESET the SLM SiteLync.
The modem connected to the host PC must first be installed using Modems
function in the Windows Control Panel. Be sure the “Modem Maximum Speed”
parameter in the “Standard Modem Properties” window is set to 57600 baud.
Once the PC modem is installed to Windows, establish a new remote link with an
SLM SiteLync using SLTALink Manager by using the following steps:
a. From the Line menu, choose Dialing Preferences. Click the Dialing Properties
button to bring up the “Dialing Properties window. Ensure that information
is correct for the location of the host PC.
b. From the Link menu, choose New.
c. In the “Link Description” window, specify a Name, click the Remote
button, then click the Next button.
d. In the “Dialing Address” window, specify the phone number (“Phone
-window) and select the modem to be used (“Connect Using”
sub-window).
e. If additional modem setup commands are needed for the modem attached to
the host PC (such as a command to set the B Channel protocol of an ISDN
modem to match the protocol selected for the SLM SiteLync), they can be
entered as follows :
•In the “Connect Using” window, click the Configure Line button to
access modem parameters.
•From the Connection tab, click the Advanced… button, then enter
required command string (starting with ‘AT’) in the “Extra
x.
•Click the OK button to accept the new advanced settings.
•Click the OK button to return to the Dialing Address window.
f. Click the Next button
g. In the “Link Properties” window, accept the default parameters by clicking
the Finish button.
h. From the Link menu, choose Select and select the link just configured from
the list.
i. Manually connect to the remote SLM by clicking the “Link” button shown
here. Connection status will be indicated in the main window. If
successful, the “Remote Identifier” will be shown.

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Appendix B. MIP Mode Using the DOS Device Driver 13
APPENDIX B. MIP MODE USING THE DOS DRIVER
LDVSLTA.SYS is the driver used for non-
LNS applications running on a DOS
or Windows 9x platform involving the SLM SiteLync network modem in MIP
mode. This driver will not function on Windows NT. If the MIP mode
driver
installation was performed as described in STEP 1of the “S
ETUP AND
OPERATION
” section, the MIP mode driver (ldvslta.sys) was loaded onto the host
PC. In addition, a device driver was added to config.sys similar to the following:
device=c:\progra~1\ctipro~1\slm\ldvslta.sys /B57600 /P1
/D1
Figure 8shows the host PC configuration when MIP mode is used.
Figure 8. MIP Mode with Host PC using LDVSLTA.SYS Device Driver
No configuration of the ldvslta.sys driver is required or supported.
The SLM SiteLync in MIP mode can be connected to the PC either locally via an
RS232 cable, or remotely via a modem at the PC. Set the SLM SiteLync
switches as follows, depending on the choice of local or remote connection:
SLM Model Local / Remote Switch Setting
SLM/AY Local OPTION 2 : UP
SLM/AY Remote OPTION 2 : DOWN
All Others Local RUN/CFG : CFG
All Others Remote RUN/CFG : RUN
Following any change to swi
tch settings, be sure to power cycle or RESET the
SLM SiteLync.
Dialing from the PC to a remote SLM SiteLync can be performed using the DOS
program HCU.EXE (installed in Step 1 of the Setup and Operation section) by
Standard
Modem
Host PC
EIA-232
Interface
Host Application
LDVSLTA.SYS
Network Driver
PSTN
LonWorks
Nodes
SLM-IM

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typing : HCU [-DLONn] ATDTddddddd!<CR>, where n is the LON device number
and dddddd is the number to be dialed, followed by an exclamation point.

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APPENDIX C. SLM/CONFIG UTILITY
The SLM/Config utility (slm.exe) is a tool to customize the SLM SiteLync
module for an application. Characteristics
such as modem properties (ie, county
code, auto-dial mode, dial directories), security callback, hang-
up timer, and
auto-dial-
out can be specified. The SLM/Config utility is very similar to the
Configure SLTA selection in the Devices menu of SLTALink Mana
ger. Although
either program may be used to configure the SLM SiteLync (in NSI mode), the
SLM/Config utility eases the task of determining the modem initialization string,
allows the configuration choices to be saved to and retrieved from a disk file, and
can be used with the SLM SiteLync in either NSI or MIP mode.
The software driver installation procedure (described in Step 1 of the “Setup and
Operation” section) will place the SLM/Config utility (slm.exe) in the following
directory unless otherwise specified:
C:\Program Files\CTI Products Inc\SLM
If using the SLM SiteLync in NSI mode (local or remote), the link to the SLM
must already be established using SLTA Link Manager before proceeding, see
Appendix A.
Any LonWorks host application (LNS, DOS, or Wi
ndows) using the SLM
SiteLync to be configured must be shut down before proceeding. Only one
application using a particular SLM SiteLync (including SLM/Config) may be
running at any one time.
Start the SLM/Config utility by double clicking the file name
(slm.exe) in
Windows Explorer. The following startup window will be displayed.
Selecting the LON Channel
From the LON Device
menu, select the LON channel assigned to the SLM
SiteLync being configured. Up to two LON channels will appear, one for NSI
mode and one for MIP mode, based on channels selected during installation.

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Configuration Using an Existing File
To configure an SLM SiteLync using an existing file that was previously saved
from the SLM/Config utility, select from the File menu : Open File, and select the
file to open. The Modem Setup window will be displayed and parameters may
be viewed or altered. Click on the Apply button to download the parameters to a
connected SLM SiteLync network modem.
Retrieving Configuration from an Existing SLM SiteLync
Parameters may be uploaded from a previously configured SLM SiteLync
network modem using the Upload From Connected SLM item of the File menu.
This feature is available only in NSI mode. Once uploaded, they may be
downloaded to additional SLM SiteLync units or modified and resent back to the
same unit, as described below.
Configuration for a New Application
To configure an SLM SiteLync module for a new application, select New File
from the File menu. Select the appropriate SLM SiteLync model, then select NSI
Mode or MIP Mode. The Modem Setup window will be displayed as follows (for
example, the European Union (EU) compatible analog modem, NSI mode) :
Specify the parameters for the following features based on system requirements.
After all parameters have been correctly specified, click on the Apply button to
download the parameters to the connected SLM SiteLync network modem.