Vanco RS232-IP User manual

RS-232 and IP
Router
Vanco Part Number:
RS232-IP
Technical Support
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1. Do not expose this unit to water, moisture,
or excessive humidity.
2. Do not install or place this unit in a built-in
cabinet, or other conned space without
adequate ventilation.
3. To prevent risk of electrical shock or re
hazard, due to overheating, do not obstruct
unit’s ventilation openings.
4. Do not install near any source of heat,
including other units that may produce heat.
5. Do not place unit near ames.
6. Only clean unit with a dry cloth.
7. Unplug unit during lightening storms, or
when not used for an extended period
of time. A surge protector is strongly
recommended.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched, particularly at the plugs.
9. Use unit only with accessories specied by
the manufacturer.
10. Refer all servicing to qualied personnel.
CAUTION
HDMI is a very complex technology requiring continuous authentication of the signal and the same
video resolution and audio settings on all electronic equipment in the system. When there are multiple
sources and displays, the video resolution and audio setting on all connected units must be adjusted
to correspond with that of the display having the lowest video and audio capability.
WARNING
DEAR CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please
read these instructions carefully before
connecting, operating or adjusting this product.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
This product is 100% inspected and tested in the United States
to verify HDMI performance parameters.

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FEATURES
The Vanco RS232-IP is a LAN/Wi-Fi to Serial adapter that allows for remote access,
conguration, and the ability to control any serial device over an IP network. Based on the
universal serial interface with built-in TCP/IP protocol, the RS232-IP enables seamless
communication via serial port, Ethernet, or any wireless network interface. Works with any
traditional serial devices and can send and receive data through a connected internet network. A
great solution for devices that only has the ability of being controlled through a serial connection,
this allows control through a PC or third party LAN or wi network!
RS-232 and IP Router
Part # RS232-IP
• LAN/Wi-Fi to Serial adapter that allows for remote access, conguration, and the ability to control any
serial device over an IP network
• Enables seamless communication via serial port, Ethernet, or any wireless network interface
• Wired/Wireless Router, and wireless access point capability
• Converts commands received over UDP or TCP/IP to Serial
• Supports RS232 and RS485 interfaces
• Extremely low latency
• DC 5-18V ultra wide voltage input, provides 2A current for increased reliability
• Suitable for use in battery powered systems
• Transparent Transmission Mode, RS232/RS485 to RJ45, RS232/RS485 to WIFI
• RJ45 to WIFI can be achieved simultaneously to ensure stable of data transmission
• Supports WEP/WAP-PSK/WAP2-PSK/WAPI
• Encipher Type: WEP64/WEP128/TKIP/AES
• Power Supply: 5V
• Dimensions: 1.1” W .3” H x 1.6” D

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Network Standard...................................................... Wireless: IEEE 802.11n,IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b; Wired: IEEE 802.3, IEEE
802.3
Wireless Transmission Rate........................................ 11n: maximum up to 150Mbps; 11g: maximum up to 54Mbps; 11b: maximum up
to 11Mbps
Tracks Number .......................................................... 1-14
Frequency Range ....................................................... 2.4-2.4835G
Emission Power ......................................................... 12-15DBM
Interface ................................................................... Wi-Fi, WAN, LAN, RS232
Antenna Type............................................................. External Antenna 6DB
WIFI Work Mode ....................................................... Client/AP/Router
WDS Function ........................................................... Support WDS wireless bridge connection
Wireless Security ...................................................... Wireless MAC address ltering; Wireless security function switch; 64/128/152
bit WEP encryption; WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, WPA/WPA2 security mechanism
Network Management ................................................ Remote Web management; Conguration le import and export; WEB software
upgrade
Maximum Transmission Rate ...................................... 500000bps
TCP Connection ........................................................ Max connection number>20
UDP Connection ........................................................ Max connection number>20
Serial Baud Rate ....................................................... 1200~500000bps
Status indicator ........................................................ Status indicator
Operating Temperature .............................................. -20-70 Degrees C
Operating Humidity .................................................... 10%-90%RH (noncondensing)
Storage Temperature ................................................. -40-80 Degrees C
Storage Humidity ....................................................... 5%-90%RH (noncondensing)
Dimensions ............................................................... 29mm x 40mm x 8.8mm
Frequency Bandwidth Optional..................................... 20MHz,40MHz, Automatic
SPECIFICATIONS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please check the packaging and make sure the following items are contained in the shipping carton:
• RS232-IP Unit
• 5V Power Supply
• Male-to-Female DB9 (RS232) Cable
• Cat5e Patch Cable
• Mounting Screws (the unit has 4 holes for mounting the product)
• Product Manual

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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
1. RS232 (DB9 Female)
2. Power Supply Input
3. Antenna Screw Terminal
4. Reset (RST)
5. WAN RJ45
6. LAN RJ45
7. Wi Status
1
67
4
2
5
3

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RS-232 Connection
1
5
6
9
Pinout
Number
Function Input/
Output
Description
1 N/A N/A N/A
2 RXD Input Data receiving input
3 TXD Output Data sending ouput
4 N/A N/A N/A
5 GND Input Ground
6 N/A N/A N/A
7 N/A N/A N/A
8 N/A N/A N/A

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LAN Interface and WAN Connections
The RS232-IP utilizes two network interfaces with a WAN port and LAN port. The interface uses a standard
RJ45 connector as shown below:
The following table shows the pin denitions of RJ-45:
Pinout
Number
Function Direction Description
1 TX+ Output Transmit Data +
2 TX- Output Transmit Data -
3 RX+ Input Receive Data +
4 N/A N/A N/A
5 N/A N/A N/A
6 RX- Input Receive Data -
7 N/A N/A N/A
8 N/A N/A N/A
RST Button
The RST (reset) button is used to reset the RS232-IP to factory default settings. When the RS232-IP
completes startup, press and hold the RST button for 10 seconds. All of the parameters and settings of the
unit will be reset to default.
5V Power Input
Voltage range: 4.5 ~ 5.5V. The default conguration of RS232-IP for the power adapter is 5V/1A DC power
supply.
Antenna Terminal
Standard SMA interface within the outer spiral needle.
LED Indicator light
Wi Status: LED light blinking: Connected to Wi; LED light off: Not connected to Wi

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CONNECT AND OPERATE
There are 4 methods that can be used to connect to the RS232-IP:
• Ethernet to Serial (RS232-IP connected directly to a network with a Cat5e/6 cable)
• Wi (Client) to Serial
• Wi (Access Point) to Serial
• Default (combination of any the above-mentioned modes)
Connect and Operate - Ethernet to Serial:
In this mode, LAN is enabled and WIFI/WAN functions and ports are closed. Through the appropriate settings, the
data between the computer and the LAN port on the RS232-IP can be achieved through the network through category
cables. Ethernet can be congured as a dynamic IP address (DHCP) or can also be congured as a static IP address
(STATIC).

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1. Power up the RS232-IP. The Link light will blink slowly after powering up.
2. Connect a single Cat5e/6 to the RJ45 jack on the RS232-IP
- A PC and the RS232-IP can be connected to the same LAN via an ethernet switch or router
3. Connect a computer either directly to the RS232-IP LAN port or to the network the RS232-IP is connected
to, and set the network segment to be the same as the RS232-IP’s segment: 192.168.16.XX (Default:
192.168.16.254).
4. Enter the default IP address of 192.168.16.254 into any web browser to enter the user interface.
• Username: admin
• Password: admin

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6. Here you can change the settings as needed for the RS232-IP to communicate through the network. Once
changes are completed, select Apply for changes to take effect
NOTE: After changes have been applied, you may need to sign back into the user interface using the new IP
information and address.
5. Under the NetMode drop-down menu, select ETH-SERIAL

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Connect and Operate - Wi (Client) to Serial:
In this mode, WIFI is enabled with WAN and LAN ports closed. Through the appropriate settings, the data between
a computer or 3rd party control system and the WIFI on the RS232-IP can be achieved through the network. WIFI
CLIENT can be congured as a dynamic IP address (DHCP), or can also be congured as a static IP address (STATIC).
1. Power up the RS232-IP. The Link light will blink slowly after powering up.
2. Connect a computer either directly to the RS232-IP LAN port, or to the network the RS232-IP is going to
be associated, and set its network segment to be the same as the RS232-IP 192.168.16.XX. (Default:
192.168.16.254).

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NOTE: After changes have been applied, you may need to sign back into the user interface using the new IP
information and address.
3. Enter the default IP address of 192.168.16.254 into any web browser to enter the user interface.
• Username: admin
• Password: admin
4. Under the NetMode drop-down menu, select WIFI(CLIENT)-SERIAL

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6. Once you are back on the settings page, you can add the password for network (if applicable), and change the
settings as needed for the RS232-IP to communicate through the network. Once changes are complete select Apply
for changes to take effect.
5. Select the Scan button. This will take you to a page to locate your network by the SSID. Once you nd and
select your correct network, click Apply.

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Default Mode
In this mode, WIFI is enabled as well as the WAN and LAN ports are enabled. The RS232-IP also can work in the AP
(access point) mode. This setting allows elements from all the modes to be used and set up accordingly, and can even
act as a wireless/wired Ethernet router. WIFI device(s) can connect with the RS232-IP, and become one device within
the associated network. WAN default IP is dynamic IP address.

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SYSTEMS SETTINGS
• Current: Shows current status
• Updated: Shows the current revision parameters
• Submit: Submits the revision
• Serial Congure: Serial conguration format - Baud rate, data bits, parity bit, stop bit. )For example:
15200,8,n,)
• Serial Framing Length: The Length of Serial Framing (typically remains unchanged)
• Serial Framing Timeout: The time of Serial Framing (typically remains unchanged)
• Network Mode: Choose Client, Server or none
• Remote Server Domain/IP: Remote Server Domain/IP address
• Locale/Remote Port Number: The specied parameter is not the same under the different network modes.
Client species the port number on the remote. Server specied local port number.
• Network Protocol: Use TCP/IP or UDP Protocol
• Network Timeout: Under the server network mode, no data transmission within the
• time out period, the connection will be disconnected. (0 species never disconnected).

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NETWORK SETTINGS AND
ADVANCED SETTINGS
There are four modes for serial-network conversion:
TCP Server
In this mode, the RS232-IP is on a specied port, waiting for a TCP/IP Client connection. When connected, all TCP/IP
data is sent directly to the serial port end, and the data of the serial end is sent to TCP Client end.
TCP Client
In this mode, the module is connected to a specied domain or IP port. All of the data sent from the TCP Server-side
end will be sent directly to the serial port, and the data from the serial end will be sent to the TCP Server-side.
NOTE: When the TCP Active reconnection function is enabled, and the TCP Server initiative is disconnected, the
module will immediately take the initiative to reconnect. Otherwise the module will not automatically reconnect. (See
Advanced Settings).

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UDP Server
In this mode, the module opens the local designated port. Once received and the data sent to the port, the module
will send the data to the serial port and record the remote IP, port. The module will only record the last information on
the remote connection. Received serial data will be sent directly to the recorded remote IP port.
UDP Client
In this mode, the module directly sends the serial data to the specied IP, port. The serial data returned from the
server-side will be distributed to serial port.

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Language Settings: English, Chinese
Administrator Settings: Change username and password from default
System Reboot: Restore the RS232-IP to factory default settings
SYSTEM MANAGEMENT
SETTINGS MANAGEMENT
Export, Import, or load settings saved on a computer

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FIRMWARE UPDATE
1. Select Browse and locate the rmware (go to www.vanco1.com for the latest rmware)
2. Select Open
3. Select Apply
NOTE: DO NOT TURN OFF THE COMPUTER OR RS232-IP UNTIL THE UPDATE IS COMPLETED.
When in WIFI (AP)-SERIAL mode, allows the user to check the status of the RS232-IP as well as monitor the stations
associated with the AP.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To insure the best from the product, please read all instructions carefully before using the device. Save this
manual for further reference.
• Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for possible future shipment
• Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of re, electrical shock and injury to persons.
• Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module. It may result in electrical shock or burn.
• Using supplies or parts not meeting the products’ specications may cause damage, deterioration or malfunction.
• Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
• To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or install this product near water.
• Do not put any heavy items on the extension cable in case of extrusion.
• Do not remove the housing of the device as opening or removing housing may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards.
• Install the device in a place with ne ventilation to avoid damage caused by overheat.
• Keep the module away from liquids.
• Spillage into the housing may result in re, electrical shock, or equipment damage. If an object or liquid falls or spills on
to the housing, unplug the module immediately.
• Do not twist or pull by force ends of the optical cable. It can cause malfunction.
• Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.
• Unplug the power cord when left unused for a long period of time.
• Information on disposal for scrapped devices: do not burn or mix with general household waste, please treat them as
normal electrical wastes.