Kramer FC-10ETH User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
FC-10ETH
Ethernet Controller
P/N: 2900-000086 Rev 2
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Contents
1Introduction 1
1.1 Terminology Used in this User Manual 2
2Getting Started 3
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 3
3Overview 4
3.1 Defining the FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller Front Panel 5
4Configuring the FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller 7
4.1 Operating via the ETHERNET 7
4.2 Installing and Configuring the FC-10ETH 9
4.3 Routing Data in the Passive and Active Routing Modes 12
5Controlling Machines via the Ethernet using the FC-10ETH 14
5.1 Controlling a Machine via a Computer 14
5.2 Controlling a Kramer Machine via a Serial Controller 16
6Flash Memory Upgrade 19
6.1 Downloading from the Internet 19
6.2 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port 19
6.3 Upgrading Firmware 20
7Technical Specifications 21
Figures
UFigure 1: FC-10ETH Ethernet ControllerU5
UFigure 2: Underside of the FC-10ETH Ethernet ControllerU5
UFigure 3: Local Area Connection Properties WindowU8
UFigure 4: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties WindowU8
UFigure 5: Connecting the FC-10ETH for ConfigurationU10
UFigure 6: FC-10ETH Configuration Manager WindowU10
UFigure 7: Connecting the FC-10ETH in the Passive Routing ModeU15
UFigure 8: The Port Window – Selecting a Remote ConnectionU16
UFigure 9: Connecting the FC-10ETH in the Active Routing ModeU18
UFigure 10: The KFR-Programmer WindowU20
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
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Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller, which
is ideal for use with Ethernet / RS-232 interfaces and/or Ethernet / RS-485
interfaces.
The package includes the following items:
•FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller
•Power adapter (12V DC Input)
•Windows ®-based Configuration Manager
•Null-modem adapter
•This user manual
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1.1 Terminology Used in this User Manual
Term
Definition
802.3 The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Dynamic Host
Configuration
Protocol (DHCP)
Allows the network administrator to distribute IP addresses from a central point and
automatically send a new IP address when an Ethernet point is plugged into a
different network location.
Gateway A network position serving as an entry to another network. On the Internet, a node
or stopping point can be either a gateway node or a host (end-point) node.
IP Address A 32-binary digit number that identifies each sender or receiver (within a network via
a particular server or workstation) of data (HTML pages or e-mails) that is sent in
packets across the Internet. Every device connected to an IP network must have a
unique IP address. This address is used to reference the specific unit.
Local Area
Network (LAN)
Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link, which often
share a server within a defined geographic area.
Media Access
Control (MAC)
Address
A computer's unique hardware number (or address) in a LAN or other network. On
an Ethernet LAN, the (MAC) address is identical to the Ethernet address.
Transmission
Control
Protocol/Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP)
The basic communication language or protocol of the Internet that breaks the
message into appropriately sized packets for the network, and can be used as a
communications protocol in an intranet or an extranet.
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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
•Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
•Review the contents of this user manual
•Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables
Go to Uhttp://www.kramerelectronics.comUto check for up-to-date user
manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are
available (where appropriate).
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference, deterioration
in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
•Position your Kramer FC-10ETH away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
Caution: No operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning: Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
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3 Overview
The high performance FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller is an easy-to-use,
bidirectional hardware and software interface system for controlling Kramer (and
also non-Kramer) RS-232 and/or RS-485 controllable machines via Ethernet LAN,
as well as via the Internet. In particular, the FC-10ETH:
•Offers network connectivity that lets you connect a Kramer (or other) device
via its RS-232 or RS-485 port to the Ethernet LAN network
The FC-10ETH data buffer is limited to 128 bytes
•Lets you control two RS-232 devices (or one RS-232 device and one RS-485
device) via Ethernet, from a PC (set to the Passive routing mode) or other
protocol compatible remote controller
•Lets you control a device from up to five Ethernet points (PCs or remote
controllers)
•Includes Windows®-based Configuration Management software for
configuring the FC-10ETH unit (including routing mode settings, network
settings, serial settings, and destination device settings)
•Supports easy dial-up and Internet system remote control (requiring only a
dedicated IP address and a modem in the remote location) whether it is a
standalone PC or a LAN system
•Supports using wireless, 802.11b standard based LAN systems
•Has a 128-byte data buffer making it compatible with most non-Kramer
protocols
•Can be rack mounted in a 1U rack space with the optional RK-3T rack
adapter (up to 3 units can be rack mounted side −by−side)
The FC-10ETH includes the Virtual Serial Port Manager (Kramer VSPM) for
compatibility with applications based on COM-port communication. The virtual serial
port:
•Makes the FC-10ETH compatible with all Windows®-based applications
which work through an actual COM port. This includes all versions
of K-Router and other Kramer control applications. It lets you operate all
RS-232 and RS-485 controllable devices via Ethernet LAN using their
existing PC software
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•Operates like an actual hardware port, that is, a logical COM that behaves
like a standard hardware COM but in reality transparently reroutes the data
using the TCP/IP network to the FC-10ETH interface via a Virtual null-
modem connection, which you can emulate over the Ethernet or Internet
•Can be created in any quantity on your PC and does not occupy an actual
serial port
3.1 Defining the FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller Front Panel
Figure 1: FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller
Figure 2: Underside of the FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller
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Feature
Function
1 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
2 RS-232 COM 1 Port Connects to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on the Kramer (or
other) device 1 or PC
3 ETHERNETPort Connects to your LAN
4 RS-232 COM 2 Port Connects to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on a Kramer (or
other) device 2 or PC
A Kramer device can be connected to either the RS-232 COM 2
port, or to the RS-485 terminal block port (but not to both)
5 RS-485 Terminal
Block Port
Connects to the RS-485 port on a Kramer (or other) device
A Kramer device can be connected to either the RS-232 COM 2
port, or to the RS-485 terminal block port (but not to both)
PIN A connects to the “A” (+) PIN; PIN B connects to the “B”
(–) PIN (and PIN G connects to the “G (Ground)” PIN, if
necessary)
The connection to G is usually not necessary for RS-485
6 STATUS COM 1 LEDs Lit when a signal is transmitted or received from port 1
(mostly used for troubleshooting)
7 STATUS COM 2 LEDs Lit when a signal is transmitted or received from port 2
(mostly used for troubleshooting)
8 ON LED Lit when receiving power
9 RESET Button Press to reset the machine
Turns the machine off and on again while retaining its definitions
(identical to disconnecting the power adapter and then connecting
it again)
10 RS-485 TERM. Button Press for BUS termination:
Set to OFF if the RS-485 terminal block port is not connected
Set to ON if the RS-485 terminal block port is connected
11 FACTORY RESET
Button
Press to reset to factory default definitions
First disconnect the power adapter and then connect it again while
pressing the FACTORY RESET button. The unit will power up and
load its memory with the factory default definitions
12 PROG Switch Switch ON to upgrade firmware
13 CONFIG Switch Not used, set to OFF
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4 Configuring the FC-10ETH Ethernet
Controller
This section describes:
•How to connect the FC-10ETH for configuration, via its ETHERNET port (see
USection 4.1U)
•How to install and run the Configuration Manager software (see USection 4.2U)
•The Configuration Manager Window features (see USection 4.2.1U)
4.1 Operating via the ETHERNET
You can connect to the FC-10ETH via Ethernet using either of the following
methods:
•Direct connection to the PC using a crossover cable (see USection 4.1.1U)
•Connection via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable
(see USection 4.1.2U)
4.1.1 18BConnecting the ETHERNET Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable)
You can connect the Ethernet port of the FC-10ETH to the Ethernet port on your
PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the FC-10ETH
with the factory configured default IP address.
After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:
1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop.
2. Select Properties.
3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties.
4. Select Properties.
The Local Area Connection Properties window appears.
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5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see
Figure 3).
Figure 3: Local Area Connection Properties Window
6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in
Figure 4.
7. Click OK.
Figure 4: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window
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