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EXB-IP & EXB-IP 8000
Ethernet Network Extender Module
User Manual
User Guide # S2-61089-122
68-11732-122
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. QUICK-START GUIDE ........................................................................................................................................ 5
2. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................. 6
WHAT IS AN EXB MODULE? ...................................................................................................................................... 6
AVAILABLE MODELS .................................................................................................................................................. 7
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ........................................................................................................................................... 7
BLOCK DIAGRAM ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
FRONT PANEL ........................................................................................................................................................... 10
REAR PANEL............................................................................................................................................................. 12
3. IP CONFIGURATION USING EXB CONFIG .................................................................................................. 14
EXAMPLE SCREEN CAPTURES & EXAMPLE DATA .................................................................................................... 14
IP ADDRESS MODE ................................................................................................................................................... 15
IP SETTINGS WORKSHEET ........................................................................................................................................ 16
EXB CONFIG SOFTWARE .......................................................................................................................................... 17
BACKUP & RESTORE OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................................... 31
4. EXB-IP MODULE HARDWARE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 33
INSTALL EXB-IP MODULES INTO THE IP NETWORK ................................................................................................. 33
USING TH E “PING” FUNCTION .................................................................................................................................. 35
INSTALLING ADDITIONAL EXB-IP MODULES AFTER INITIAL INSTALLATION ........................................................... 36
5. GLOSSARY .......................................................................................................................................................... 37
6. APPENDIX ........................................................................................................................................................... 39
APPENDIX A. FACTORY DEFAULT CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................. 39
APPENDIX B. MOUNTING OPTIONS ........................................................................................................................... 41
APPENDIX C. CONNECTOR DETAILS ......................................................................................................................... 44
APPENDIX D. EXB-IP PROGRAMMING CABLE PINOUT 89-11314 ............................................................................ 46
APPENDIX E. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................ 47
APPENDIX F. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................. 51
APPENDIX G. IP ADDRESSING .................................................................................................................................. 52
APPENDIX H. THIRD-PARTY ATTRIBUTIONS ............................................................................................................ 56
APPENDIX I. REGULATORY NOTES ........................................................................................................................... 57
APPENDIX J. EXB CONFIG SOFTWARE LICENSE ....................................................................................................... 58
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Revision Histor y
S2-61089-100 Initial Release
S2-61089-105 Added definitions for flashing error codes
S2-61089-120 Removed references to fiber transceivers and AUI Connector on rear panel
Added information on EXB-IP 8000 modules and configurable UDP Ports. Added information on EXB Config software
S2-61089-121 Changed default HTTP status page to Disabled.
Added pinout for EXB-IP programming cable and warning about using improper cable. Updated Setrtr information for c ustom configured units.
S2-61089-122 Added Information Assurance information.
Other minor updates
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1. QUICK-START GUIDE

This Quick Start Guide provides a concise series of steps to get a pair of EXB-IP modules configured and running quickly so that initial operation may be confirmed.
It is highly recommended that a pair of EXB-IP modules be tested i n your applicatio n by first co nnecting them “back-to-back” with the 10Base-T or fiber crossover cable included with this shipment. Once operation is confirmed using this connection scheme, continue by reconfiguring the IP addressing information and connecting the EXB-IP modules to the actual Ethernet communicatio ns channel to be used.
NOTE: DO NOT connect the EXB-IP modules to a live IP network until they have been reconfigured with new IP addresses and subnet mask supplied by the network manager. Network-wide problems could arise from connecting devices to a network without coordination of addressing information. See the Installation section o f this manual for full information.

Set Option Switches and make Back-to-Back Connection

• Set OPTION switch positions 1 through 8 on the rear of both EXB-IP modules to the UP position.
• Connect the EXB-IP modules “back-to-back” via the 10Base-T connector on the rear of each EXB-IP
module using the supplied crossover cable (#S2-60760-100).

Connect MCN Network and Power

Once the above steps are completed:
• Connect other MCN system m odules to the “NETWORK” connectors of each EXB-IP module.
• Connect power to the EXB-IP modules via the rear panel “DC IN” connector. The modules can be
powered-up in any sequence.
Once properly connected and powered, the “ERR” LED will be off on both modules and they ar e now ready for use.
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CA-80672-100
COMPARATORS
CIB
CIB
IIB
IIB
CONSOLE
ELECTRONICS
1
T
P/S
T
CONSOLE
P/S
EXB
T T
BUILDING 1 BUILDING 2
EXB
2
ETHERNET
CHANNEL

2. INTRODUCTION

WHAT IS AN EXB MODULE?

The EXB System Extender Modules are members of the Monitoring and Control Network (MCN™) family of control products. They are used to connect multiple MCN networks together or to extend the length of an MCN network beyond 4000 feet. Therefore, multiple remote comparators can be controlled from a central site.
The EXB System Extender Modules allow simultaneous monitoring and control of Master and Slave comparators in wide-area voting systems. Multip le EXB modules can connect multiple MCN networks in real time, spanning distances from a mile to worldwide. Data transfer between distant networks is "live", delayed only by the transit time through the EXB modules and the data rate across the link.
The EXB-IP System Extender Module uses any 10Base-T copper-based Ethernet channel. (Other EXB models are available that utilize other long-distance media, such as analog or digital phone lines and microwave channels.)
The EXB-IP module utilizes the IP protocol over an Ethernet media and both can coexist on a wide-area IP network wit h other IP devices such as workstations, serve rs, and IP routers. Addit ionally, they can exis t on dedicated Ethernet IP networks, where the only devices on the network are EXB-IP mo dules and (optionally) physical layer hubs.

Basic Application

Figure 1 shows a comparator system that is located in a differ ent building than the consol e equipment. Standard MCN CIB modules connect to the comparators and IIB modules connect to the console. The length of the MCN networ k is normally limited to 400 0 feet. As sho wn in this diagr am, a pair of E XB System Exte nder Modules can greatly extend the MCN network using Ethernet channels.
Figure 1 Extending Comparator Status & Control Signals to a Console with EXB Modules
For monitoring, the CIB Comparator Interface Modules in Building 2 accept the logic level comparator status indications (Vote, Receive, Disable, and Fail) and send status messages over t he MCN network. The EXB System Extender Module at Building 2 passes the status messages over the Etherne t channel to the EXB Syst em Extender Module at Building 1. The EXB module at Building 1 passes the status information to the IIB modules ove r the local MCN Network. The IIB modules then convert the status messages to logic outputs for use by the console.
For controlling, the Force-Vote and Disable control functions from the console in Building 1 are passed through the IIB modules, through the pair of EXB modules, and to the CIB modules in Building 2. The CIB modules convert the control messages to logic levels to control the comparator.
Introduction 6
Model Number
EXB Type (WAN Media)
MCN Network Transceiver
S1-60962
EXB-IP Module(10Base-T Ethernet)
78 Kbps
S1-60963
EXB-IP Module (10Base-T Ethernet)
1.25 Mbps (1250K
Part Number
Document
S2-60425
Monitoring and Control Network Comparator Display System Manual
S2-60426
CIB Comparator Interface Manual
S2-61043
MCNRCD for Windows Manual

AVAILABLE MODELS

The EXB module is identified by the model number found on the rear panel of the module. The table below shows the model numbers and the type of EXB it represents.
The 78K ve rsion connects to standard MCN modules (CIB, AIB, GPIO, HIB-IP Modules, etc.).

Versions: EXB-IP (Legacy) & EXB-IP 8000 Modules

Different version numbers have different capabilities. The version number is printed after the model number on the label on the rear of the module. For example, S1-60962-300 would be Version 300.
EXB-IP Legacy modules (Versions up to 399)
The EXB-IP Legacy versions modules have fixed destination UPD Port nu mbers.
EXB-IP 8000 Version modules (Versions 400 and up)
The EXB-IP 8000 version modules have configurable destinatio n UDP Port numbers. This allows flexibilit y in using them in wide area networks (WAN s ) which may filter on UDP Port numbers.
EXB-IP 8000 Port Selection
The EXB-IP 8000 modules support 3 types of UDP Ports: EXB-IP Legacy EXB-IP 8000 Custom
The EXB-IP Legacy UDP P ort selectio n allows backward compatible with the EXB-IP Legacy modules. The EXB-IP 8000 UDP Port selection is used for compatibility with Motorola Solutions, Inc. (MSI) Astro25™
Radio Network Infrastructure (RNI) Version 7.13 and above. The Custom UDP Port selection allows entry of custom UDP Port numbers if required for other networks.
Release of the EXB-IP 8000 modules is timed to coincide with the MSI Astro25™ Version 7.13 release.

REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

The following additional information is available.
Introduction 7
MCN
NETWORK
Side
A
MCN ROUTER
MCN
TRANSCEIVER
78K or 1250
“DC IN”
Connector
“NETWORK”
Connector
“10BaseT” Connector
Side
B
RS-232 Serial
Port
(Configuration)
POWER
SUPPLY
CPU
To Ethernet Channel
ASYNC
Port

BLOCK DIAGRAM

As shown in Figure 2, there are three sources of message packets within the EXB module. The first source is the MCN NETWORK connector on the front of the module. The second is the 10BaseT Ethernet media connector on the rear of the module. The third source is the Control Neuron Processor. Message packets originating from any of these sources are sent to the other two.
Figure 2 EXB Network Extender Module Block Diagram
• The “NETWORK” connector attaches to the local MCN network using a compatible transceiver internal to the EXB module and is associated with Side B of the internal router.
• One of the Ethernet connectors attaches to the Ethernet channel, providing communication to additional EXB modules at remote sites. These ports are associated with Side A of the internal router.
• The CPU contro ls the o ver a ll operation of the module.

MCN Router Function

The internal MCN router in each EXB module may be configured as a repeater, or custom-configured router. The easiest configuration is as a repeater, where all messages which enter the EXB module on the MCN Network or the Ethernet (Or fiber) port are passed to the other port. EXB modules normally ship with the router set up as a repeater unless the system is a Custom Configured system with a Custom Configuration documentation package (KA-8xxxx-xxx)
If the module is part of a Custom Configured system, there will be a special configuration for each EXB in the system. Typic ally this is used when there are multiple 78K networks feeding into a 1250 network. The internal routers will be configured to pass the MCN status traffic "upstream" to the PCs on the 1250 network, but not back to the other 78K networks.

Central Processor (CPU)

The CPU controls the overall module. Ethernet channel parameters can be configured and displayed via the serial port using the EXB Config program.

Ethernet Connector

The 10BaseT connector implements IEEE standard Ethernet at 10 Mbps.
Introduction 8
UDP Port
Device
(Fixed)
(1100)
Port
Configurable
Module
Module
The EXB-IP Network Extender Module utilizes IP (Internet Protocol) to implement the link to other EXB -IP modules. Both Unicast/Replica ted and Multicast addr essing is supported using UDP tr ansport. “A
PPENDIX F.
IP ADDRESSES” provides more detail about IP addressing. The IP “port numbers” used by these EXB-IP modules are 1100 (destination) and 1283 (source).

UDP Ports

UDP (and TCP) Port numbers are used in networking to provide multiple connections to and from an IP device (ex: a web browser or email in a PC). IP Routers and firewalls are often configured to filter traffic based upon their destination (and sometimes source) port numbers.
The origina l EXB-IP modules had fixed source & destination UDP Ports. To allow for more flexibility, the EXB-IP 8000 modules allow user-selectable destination UDP Ports.
The EXB-IP modules use UDP Ports in their communications as shown below:
EXB-IP Legacy
EXB-IP 8000
Source
Legacy
1283 Fixed No No
1283 Selectable Selectable Yes 1 – 65534
Destination UDP Port
EXB-IP 8000
User
The EXB-IP 8000 Port is a dedicated UDP Port used in Motorola Solutions Inc. (MSI) Astro25™ networks (version 7.13 and up). The MSI RNI (Radio Network Infrastructure) can be configured to pass EXB-IP 8000 module traffic between sites.
EXB-IP 8000 modules may be used in systems wi th EXB-IP Lega cy modules. Since th e legacy modules use fixed ports, the EXB-IP 8000 modules must be configured for the Legacy UDP Ports to communicate with the legacy modules.
The UDP P ort is a global setting in the EXB Config software. Therefore, all EXB modules will use the same destination UDP Port number. If there are any Legacy EXB-IP modules in the system, all modules will use the Legacy Port.
Introduction 9
1
2 3 4
5 98
76
PWR
WINK
NE
T
WORK
OUT
A
SYN
C
NET
WORK
IN
ERR
CSVC RSVC
R
ESE
T
ETH TX ETH
RX
ACT
ETH TX LED Indicates when a packet has been

MCN NETWORK Connections

** * See MCN Network Notes 1 & 2***
ASYNC Connector

RESET Button

Buttons for use with Custom Configuration
PWR LED Indicates correct input power
passed through unit.

FRONT PANEL

WINK LED Normally not used.
ETH RX LED Indicates when a packet has been
RJ-45 Normal Network connection.
transmitted on the Ethernet port May be winked during Custom
Configuration to identify a unit.
Screw Terminals not normally used.
ERR LED Indicates an error condition
(see below)
ACT LED Indicates MCN packet being
Press only when requested.
CSVC Button Identifies Control Processor RSVC Button Identifies internal Router
Used with PC running EXB Config to access IP address parameters
Figure 3 EXB-IP module Front Panel

MCN Network Note 1

Unlike most other MCN modules, the EXB-IP module does not inject power into the Network Out connector. It also does not use any DC power from the Network In connector. All 8 pins on the Network In & Out connectors are paralleled, so that any power from other modules will be passed through.

MCN Network Note 2

Although the MCN Network connectors are RJ-45s, THEY ARE NOT ETHERNET CONNECTORS. Because the MCN network connectors on the front of the modules may have DC power on them from other MCN devices, DO NOT CONNECT THE NETWORK IN OR OUT CONNECTORS TO ETHERNET PORTS. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE ETHERNET DEVICE. The Ethernet cable should be connected to the 10BASE-T connector on the rear of the EXB module.
Introduction 10

Front Panel Indicators – Additional Information

ETH RX LED (Yellow) – Indicates when a packet has been detected on the Ethernet port. NOTE: Flashing of this LED does NOT necessarily mean that a packet addressed to this EXB module has been received, just that a packet has been detected on the Ethernet network.
ERR LED (Red) – Indicates a possible error condition.
• Always On: A diagnostic e r ror has been detected. Press the “RESET” button. If the “ERR” LED now
stays off, the EEPROM contained invalid data and has been reinitialized. Any non-volatile information must be re-entered by using the EXB Config program. If the LED stays on solid, a hardware problem is indicated. Contact technical support for assistance.
• Slow Flash: (once per s eco nd) Ro uter confi gura tio n in for matio n is ins uffic ient . Usi ng setrtr2.exe, re-
program the internal router nodes.
• Quick Flash: (twice per second) IP address configuration is insufficient. Using EXB Config,
configure the IP addressing parameters.
Introduction 11
DC IN
OPTION
10BASE-T
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8
ON
1. Must be Up
2. HTTP Page Default Down Up = Enabled Down = Disabled
3. Not Used Default Up
4. Not Used
Default Up
5.
Not Used Default Up
6. Not Used Default Up
7.
8.
Ethernet Mode Switch: 7 8 10Base-T UP UP

Ethernet Connector

DC IN Input Power
OPTION Switches Ethernet Connector

REAR PANEL

Selects the active Ethernet
connector. See table below.
This powers only this unit. Power is not passed to the Network Out connector.
*** See 10Base-T Warning ***
Figure 4 EXB-IP module Rear Panel

10Base-T Warning

Do not connect the 10Base-T connector to an MCN Network connector. Damage could result.

Option Switch Settings

Introduction 12

HTTP Page Security Note

The EXB-IP and EXB-IP 8000 units have an HTTP page tha t s hows the status of the unit, including the IP parameters programmed into i t a nd its On-Line / Off-Line status. This is useful fo r system troubleshooting.
This feature is turned off at the factory by default.
If your network security policies mandate against this type of data being accessible through HTTP pages, verify that the HTTP page by setting Switch 2 Down and resetting the unit. For further security, rest rict physical access to the unit and the networks to which it connects.
If your network security policies allow you to use HTTP pages and you desire to have the HTTP page turned on for troubleshooting, set Switch 2 U p and reset the unit.
Note: Some ne tworks (including Motorola Solutions , Inc. Radio Network Infrastructure - RNI) have routers and or firewalls that restrict HTTP traffic between certain network segments. If you have such a system, you may not be able to open the HTTP page from a different IP subnet, even if you have the HTTP page enabled on the EXB-IP unit.
Introduction 13

3. IP CONFIGURATION USING EXB CONFIG

This section describes the steps necessary to configure the IP address parameters of EXB-IP modules for an IP network that is shared with other IP devices (such as workstations, servers, etc.).
NOTE: DO NOT connect the EXB-IP module to a live IP network until it has been reconfigured with new IP addresses and subnet mask supplied by the network manager. Network-wide problems could arise from connecting devices to a network without coordination of addressing information. For usage with dedicated fiber segments, see the note below.
Units are shipped factory-programmed so that they can be tested in a back-to-back mode with a crossover Ethernet cable. The initial tests in this mode do not require field programming. However, the modules must be programmed before installing in a real network.

EXAMPLE SCREEN CAPTURES & EXAMPLE DATA

Example scre en captures of the EXB Co nfig program are shown in the manual to give the reader an example of what to expect during setup, configuration, and operation of the software. Newer versions of the software may include updated windows with slightly different wording or additional fields.
Data shown in example screen captures is presented only for example purposes only. It does not reflect any particular user's system.
Various sections of the manual focus on particular topics. Example screen captures within a section are presented as examples of the topics covered in that section. Example data show in the screen captures in one section may not apply to screen captures shown or system configuration described in different sections.
IP Addresses, Subnet Masks, Gateway IP Addresses, and UDP port numbers are taken from test systems in a lab and are used as examples only. They will not reflect your system settings. They should not be taken as recommendations.
Since the test system used in preparing t his manual did not include the various IP routers use d in an ASTRO® 25 7.x system, t he example settings do not coincide with the requirements and recommendations of Motorola's IP Plan. Each system is different; refer to the documentation for your system for the proper IP addresses and UDP port numbers.
IP Configuration – EXB Config 14

IP ADDRESS MODE

EXB-IP modules can communicate with other EXB-IP modules using either “Unicast/Replicated” or “Multicast” mode.

Unicast/Replicated

Unicast/Replicated addressing mode allows point-to-point or point-to-multipoint connections in any IP network. It is used in the following configurations:
• Point-to-Point connection should be used if only two modules will be communicating.
• Point-to-Multipoint connection can be used when Multicast is not supported on the IP ne twork (non-
preferred)
In multipoint applications, Unicast/Replicated address mode uses more Ethernet channel bandwidth than Multicast mode. For each MCN data packet received, an EXB-IP module in Unicast/Replicated mode will send out an Ether net packet to each remote EXB-IP module. For example, in a s yste m wit h 5 EXB-IP modules, each module would generate 4 Ethernet packets for each MCN packet received. (A good portion of this extra traffic can be eliminated in systems that have multiple comparator sites feedin g only 1 PC site. In this app lication, each of the comparator site EXB-IP modules can be programmed to send data to only the Central Site EXB.)

Multicast

Multicast addressing mode a llows efficient point-to-multipoint communications in a network. A single MCN message packet entering any one of the EXB-IP mod ules result s in a single multicast IP packet being sent out the Ethernet port of that module to be received by all other EXB-IP module members configured to the same Multicast IP address. Because only one IP packet is generated for every MCN message packet, multicast addressing mode uses far less network bandwidth than Unicast/Replicated.
Before choosing multicast addressing mode, it is important to determine the following capabilities of the IP network to which the EXB-IP modules will be connected:
• IP routers must be capable of handling IP multicast traffic.
• IP routers must have IP multicast enable d
• IP routers must forward the appropriate multicast traffic destined to the de stination UDP Port number
in use by the EXB-IP modules in the channel.
• If the routers filter multicast traffic based on source UDP Ports, they must forward packets from a
source UDP Port of 1283.
IP Configuration – EXB Config 15

IP SETTINGS WORKSHEET

After determining which IP addressing mode will be used (Unicast/Replicated or Multicast), gather the following IP information for the system. IP information must be obtained for each EXB-IP module to be used (from the network administrator responsible for the IP network to which the EXB-IP module will be attached):
System-Wide Parameters (for all EXB-IP modules)
Channel Name Global Subnet Mask _____._____._____._____ IP Address Mode ____ Unicast Replicated or ____ Multicast A Multicast IP Address
(only for Multicast Addressing Mode) Central Site EXB-IP module Number
(For Unicast Replicated multipoint) Destination UDP Port Number EXB-IP Legacy,
Individual EXB-IP module Parameters (one for each module in your system):
EXB-IP module Number 1 EXB-IP unit Location (Member Name) EXB-IP module IP Address
(Host IP Address) Subnet Mask Gateway IP Address Target (Other EXB-IP untis to talk to)
EXB-IP module Number 2 EXB-IP unit Location (Member Name) EXB-IP module IP Address
(Host IP Address) Subnet Mask Gateway IP Address Target (Other EXB-IP units to talk to)
EXB-IP module Number 3 EXB-IP unit Location (Member Name) EXB-IP module IP Address
(Host IP Address) Subnet Mask Gateway IP Address Target (Other EXB-IP units to talk to)
_____._____._____._____
EXB-IP 8000 (for MSI Astro25™ V7.13 and up RNIs Custom
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____ or ____ Use Global _____._____._____._____ ____ All in Channel or ____ Central Site Only
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____ or ____ Use Global _____._____._____._____ ____ All in Channel or ____ Central Site Only
_____._____._____._____
_____._____._____._____ or ____ Use Global _____._____._____._____ ____ All in Channel or ____ Central Site Only
IP Configuration – EXB Config 16

EXB CONFIG SOFTWARE

The purpose of the EXB Config software is to configure the IP parameters for EXB-IP modules. It is normall y installed on a Service Laptop, altho ugh it can be installed on a P C running one o f the MCN so ftware package s (MCNRCD, MCN Server, MCN Advanced Server, or MCN Server 8000).
The EXB Config software provides the following func t ions:
• Entry of IP Parameters for the EXB-IP modules in a channel
• Uploading the configura tion to the EXB-IP modules.
• Verifying the parameters loaded into the EXB-IP modules
• Saving and Printing module IP configuration to a file for archiving purposes
In order t o configure an EX B-IP modul e, an RS-232 connection is required from the user's PC to the EXB-IP module being configured.

Minimum PC Requirements

Minimum PC requirements to install and operate the EXB Config Software are:
• IBM Compatible PC
• RS-232 port
• 512 MB RAM
• 100 MB free disk space for program and support files
• SVGA adapter and monitor
• Mouse and Keyboard
• Windows XP S P3 or higher

Step 1. Install EXB Config

It is recommended that the E XB Config software be installed on a PC with all the appropriate Information Assurance precautions taken as per the network security polices in place for the system. It is recommended that Anti-Virus software be installed and the appropriate Windows Hardening Kit be installed on the PC.
You must have Administrator r ights to install the software. The EXB Config software will be used to co nfigure IP address parameters of EXB-IP modules, a nd is i nclud ed
on the CDROM shipped with the modules. Use the following steps to install EXB Config on your PC:
a. Inser t the EXB Config CDROM in your CDROM drive. b. Click the Windows Start button, choose “Run...”, click Browse… , select the “Setup.exe”
application on the CDROM, and click Open .
c. Follow the instructions displayed by the “Setup” application.
IP Configuration – EXB Config 17
Add module member
Modules' UDP
Configuration file
Module
Variable
subnet
Modules' IP
EXB Config
Multicast group
Configuration central site member
Com Port
Exb Config
Disk IO options,

Step 2. Run EXB Config

To run t he E XB Co n fi g p ro gr a m, cl ic k t he “CT I E XB Co nfi g” i co n o n t he de skto p . T he main wind o w for EXB Config is shown below.
and printing
Figure 5 EXB Config main window
Field Descriptions for Channel Global IP Parameters
Channel (file) Name
A Channel is defined as a collection of EXB-IP modules and their interconnecting IP network. Ea ch system will have its own Channel. Each MCN system could have multiple Channe ls ( if, for instance, there were multiple IP networks or if the s ystem was split into multiple sub-systems.) The EXB Config software saves all the information in a file using the Channel Name and an extension of .elp2. Channel Name will be shown as “None” until the system has been saved for the first time.
Global IP Subnet Mask
A global IP Subnet Mask is enter e d if all modules (or most of the modules) use the same subnet ma s k. You can use the Global IP Subnet Mask for individual modules so you don't have to type t he subnet mask for each module.
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IP Address Mode
Unicast/Replicated or Multicast. (See Selecting the Addressing Mode above.) Note that Multicast mode for EXB-IP modules is not supported on Astro25™ RNIs.
Multicast IP Address
The IP address used in Multicast systems. The first number must be between 224 & 239. This parameter is invalid if the configuration’s “IP Mode” is not set to “Multicast”.
IP Central Site Member
If you have a system in which a number of remote EXB-IP modu les at co mparator sites talk to one central EXB-IP module at the PC site, select the name of the EXB-IP module at the PC site.
UDP Port
Select a standard port type for either EXB-IP Legacy modules or EXB-IP 8000 modules. Alternatively, select a custom port number.
Field Descriptions for Channel Member List
Member Name
Alias name for each EXB-IP module, typically a site name or location.
Host IP
This is the IPv4 address for each EXB-IP module member.
Subnet Mask
This is the individual Subnet Mask for each EXB-IP module. If all the IP Subnet Masks are the same, you can enter it once in the Global IP Subnet Mask and select "Global" in this field.
Gateway IP
When an EXB-IP module must communicate with a module on a different IP subnet, it must talk through a Gateway. Enter the IP address for this Gateway. It must be on the same IP subnet as the EXB-IP module Host IP Address.
For example: Global IP Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0 EXB-IP module #1 Host IP: 192.180.0.5 Gateway IP: 192.180.0.1 EXB-IP module #2 Host IP: 192.200.0.7 Gateway IP: 192.200.0.1
Since the Host IP Addresses for the two EXB-IP modules are different in the first two octets (192.180 versus
192.200), they are on different subnets.
Targets
This indicates which other EXB-IP modules that this module will send messages to. There are two choices:
• All in Chan nel, member will communicate with all other members, or
• Central Site only, member will communicate only with Central Site
Central Site Mode
If the system being constr ucted does not require message packets to flow between devices at different remote sites, but only between a remote site and a single central site, use Central Site mode. This
reduces IP network bandwidth required. To use Central Site mode:
• Set IP Central Site M ember Name to the na me of the EXB -IP module with its NETWORK port
connected to the MCN network at the Host Computer site.
• For all remote EXB-IP modules that need to exchange message packets with only the Central Site
EXB-IP, set its Targets selectio n to Central Site.
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All In Channel
If message packets must flow between remote sites and the Central site and also from one remote site to another remote site, use All In Channel mode.
MAC Refresh
This tells the EXB-IP module to send periodic refresh messages for Ethernet switches and routers that need them to refresh their ARP cache tables.
State
This indicates whether the IP data in the EXB-IP module matches (Synchronized, green c heck mark) or does not match (Not synchronized, red X) the data on the screen. If an EXB-IP module is not connected, then a Question Mark will be displayed (State Unkno wn).
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Step 3. Editing IP Address Parameters

The IP information that was gathered from the IP Network Administrator, as described at the beginning of Section 2 of this manual, must be e nter e d into the EXB Config program as follows:
a. Specify the Channel Global IP Parameters:
• If you wish to change the “Channel Nam e”, choose File – New Channel, enter an appropriate
name, then c lick OK.
• Click on t he “Globa l IP Subnet Mask” text box, the n enter the Subnet Mask assigned the EXB-
IP modules by the IP Network Administrator.
• If different subnet masks are specified for different groups of EXB-IP modules, enter the
subnet mask that is common to most of the EXB-IP modules in the group.
• If a different subnet mask is a ssi gned to e ver y EXB-IP module, leave this field wi th its de fault
value.
• After reviewing the information concerning IP Addressing Modes in Appendix F, choose either “Unicast/Replicated” or “Multicast” from the “IP Address Mode” drop-down list.
• If “Multicast” was selected above, click on the “Multicast IP Address” box and enter the Multicast IP Address that the IP Network Administrator has assigned to this group of EXB-IP modules.
b. Specify the “Channel Member List” parameters:
To enter a new EXB-IP member, right-click the Channel Member List table and select New Member... from the drop-down list as shown below.
Enter the Member Name in the dialog box that is displayed;
The main scre en will now be updated to s how the new Member Name as shown be low.
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Enter the following informatio n for e a c h EXB-IP member in the Channel Member List:
• Host IP
• Subnet Mask (i f different tha n the Global IP Subnet Mask). When Subnet Mask is se t to
GLOBAL, t he value set i n the Global IP Subnet Mask fie ld is use d as thi s member ’s IP Subne t Mask
• Gateway IP
• Set the Targets field to either All in Channel, or Central Site mode as described previously
• If Central Site was selected above, select the appropriate IP Central Site Member in the
Channel Global IP Parameters section.
• The MAC Refresh field is used to update the ARP cache table switches and routers. This field should normally be set to 0 (no MAC Re fresh) in an M CN syste m since the re is nor mally enou gh background end-to-end traffic to update the ARP cache tables.
If you have switches and/or routers that perform frequent flushed of their ARP cache tables, set this field to an appropriate setting (1 – 255 seconds) to keep the ARP cache tables updated.
c. Save the Channel Information
Use the File – Save As or the File – Save (same as the Save Channel button on the mai n screen) to save the channel information entered .
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Configuration Errors
The fields highlighted in red indicate configuration errors. To check the configuration errors, right-click any member row with red highlighted fields. A pop-up will appear. Select "What are my errors?"
A dialog will appear containing a list of all configuration errors determined by the software. In this example, a configuration error exists because the member's IP address is empty. This is understandable as a member without an IP address cannot communicate on an IP network.
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To resolve this error the member must be given a valid IP address. The IP address this member will be configured with will depend upon the specifics of the network that member is being deployed on. Here it will be assigned an IP address to resolve the error. In order to change an IP address, double-click the table cell under the Host IP column.
Renaming Members
Renaming members can be accomplished two ways. The first is to double-click the table cell under the Member Name column of the member to be renamed. Then type the new desired name.
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The second is to right-click the row of the member to be renamed. A pop-up will appear. In that pop-up click the 'Rename' option.
A dialog will appear. Input the new name in this dialog, and press the OK button to confirm the change. Otherwise press the Cancel button.
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Deleting Members
Deleting members may be accomplished in 2 ways. The first is to simply select a member's row, and press the delete key. A confirmation di alog will appear. Press the Yes b utton to delete the member. Press the No b utton to cancel deleting the member.
A member may also be deleted by right clicking the member row. A pop-up will appear. Select the 'Delete Member' option.
The following dialog will ap pear. Press the Yes button to delete the member. Press the No button to cancel deleting the member.
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Step 4. Upload IP Address Parameters to EXB-IP modules

When first i nstalling EXB-IP modules to a network, the IP Address parameters entered into EXB-IP module must be uploaded to each EXB-IP module via a serial COM port on the PC. After all EXB-IP modules are configured and properly installed on the Ethernet and MCN networks as detailed below, changes in IP Address Parameters can be made via the MCN network without the need to access each EXB-IP mod ule dir ectly for a serial port connection.
a. Select the serial c ommunications port that will be used for uploading IP address parameters:
• Click the “COM Port” menu item, and the “Com Select” window will be displayed.
• Choose an available serial port on the PC from the drop-down list, then click Select .
b. Upload IP address parameters to EXB-IP modules:
• Right-click on the first “Member” name in the Channel Member List, and then select Upload
from the drop-down list.
• A confirmation dialog will appear. Press the OK button to continue. Press the Cancel button to
abort the upload.
• If the OK button is pressed, a progress dialog will appear displaying some information about the
upload's progress.
• Once the upload is complete, a dialog will be displayed indicating success.
c. Repeat Step b for each EXB-IP module member.
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NOTE: EXB Config uses an external data file with the extension “.elp2” to store all data. The name given to the channel is used as the root portion of the file name. To select the path used to save the .elp2 data file for the channel to be created, select the File – Set Project Directory function. Any existing .elp2 files in this directory are shown in the Channels box.

EXB Config Additional Func t ions

Loading an existing configuration
You can load an existing Channel conf i guration file from the File Open menu
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Comparing Configurations / Viewing Configuration Data in a Module
To verify that the configuration was uploaded successfully, right-click the member. A pop-up will appear. Select View Details from the drop-down list as shown below.
A confirmation dialog will ap p ear. Pr ess the OK button to continue. Press the Cancel button to abort viewing the details of the module.
If the OK button was pressed, a progress dialog will appear as shown below.
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The following image shows a device which is configured properly. If any fields do not match, they will be highlighted in red, and the device will be marked as Not Synchronized.
Printing Information from the EXB Config Software
To print Channel information, choose Print from the File menu of the Main window. To print Member information, choose Print from the File menu of the Detailed Member window as s hown below.
You could also use the Print to File option.
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BACKUP & RESTORE OPERATIONS

The EXB Config software and the configuration files for the EXB-IP modules are not backed up as part of the ASTRO® 25 or any other system's Back UP & Restore (BAR) solution. Follow the Backup & Recovery procedures in this section for backing up and restoring these program files and configuration files.
The procedures in this section apply only to the EXB Config software and EXB-IP module configuration files, and do not back up or restore part of the ASTRO® 25 or any other system.

EXB Config Software Backup

1. If needed, use a commercially available method to make a backup copy of the
EXB Config distr ibution media (up to the limit of copies allowed by the license).
2. Store the original distribution media and the backup media in safe places.

EXB Config Software Restore

1. Locate either the original or backup copies of the EXB Config sioftware distribution media.
2. Re-install the EXB Config software as described in this manual.

EXB-IP module Configuration Files Backup

Be sure to save the EXB-IP module configuration files whenever they are changed.
The Custom EXB-IP module System Configuration Files are the files have been generated to describe your system. They include files with the foll owing extens ion:
• ChannelName.elp2
Where: ChannelName i s the na me you used wh en you saved your syste m and elp2 is the file extension.
Note 1: If you have defined multiple channel s, each one will have its own file.
1. Use Windows Explorer to find the current se t of files that you are using for your system.
2. Use Windows Explorer or a commercially available method to make a backup copy of the files.
(It may be helpful to use a program to Zip them up into a single file.)
3. Store the backup copy in safe places.

EXB-IP module Configuration Files Restore

1. Locate the backup of the EXB-IP module Configuration files.
2. Use Windows Explorer to copy those files to an appropriate directory on the PC that runs EXB Config
software.
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SECURITY AND INFORMATION ASSURANCE RECOMMENDATIONS

Review these recommendatio ns be for e installation and follow them during instal la tion and operation:
1. Software Installation Locations
Install the EXB Config software in default program directory recommended by Installshield.
2. Use the EXB-IP 8000 UDP ports for MSI RNIs as described in this manual.
3. For all software, network and device configuration, additionally take into consideration commercially
accepted practices, industry standards and the standards for your organization.
4. Do not save user files or system configurati on files in the program directory.
5. Save system configuration files to a directory that requires Administrator rights so that u sers cannot delete
or edit the configuration files.
6. Always run the configuration software with the lowest pe rmission set possible.
Note: The EXB Config software must b e run with Administrator rights.
7. When configuring a system, do not enter Sensitive or Confidential information into the system
configuration files.
8. The configuration files generated by EXB Config Server are not backed up as part of the ASTRO® 25
Back UP & Restore (BAR) solution. Follow the Backup & Recovery procedures as listed in this manual.
9. Follow the applicable Backup & Recovery procedures for your system, PCs, and operating systems as
defined by your organization, the hardware and software vendors, and commercially acceptable practices.
10. Limit access to PCs, IP networks, EXB-IP units and MCN networks, both physically and through
appropriate restrictions in routers and switches
11. Use strong passwords where applicable.
12. Follow Motorola's and your organization's recommendations on security and Information Assurance.
13. Use the appropriate Windows Hardening Kits for PCs in your system.
14. Use anti-virus and anti-malware packages on PCs in your system.
15. Install appropriate security patches for installed software and operating system on PCs in your system.
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2. HTTP Page
Default Up Up = Enabled
Down = Disabled
3. Not Used Default Up
4. Not Used Default Up
5. Not Used Default Up
6. Not Used Default Up
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4. EXB-IP MODULE HARDWARE INSTALLATION

INSTALL EXB-IP MODULES INTO THE IP NETWORK

A) Set the Option Switches:

• Ensure that all OPTION switches are set appropriately for your system. The position of the OPTION switches are read by the EXB-IP module at power-up or after pressing the “RESET” button on the front panel.

B) Mount EXB-IP modules (See Appendix B for Mounting Option details):

Desk, Wall, or Rack Mounting
• Non-slip rubber feet are included on all EXB-IP modules to allow them to conveniently rest on any horizontal surface. Four 6-32 threaded holes are also available on the bottom of the module to allow bolting of the mod ule in an y convenient orientatio n. WARNIN G: Care should be taken to
limit protrusion of t he screw into the module to no more than 0.125 inch from the module bottom surface!
• Mounting kits are available as options to allow wall or rack (19” EIA) mounting of the EXB modules.

C) Make electrical connections (See Appendix C for connector details):

Grounding
• When wall or rack mounting the EXB, a suitable safety and protective earth ground should be provided to the metal enclosure. The protective earth ground provides a path to ground for electrostatic discharge (ESD) energy. This connection is most conveniently made directly to the wall mount bracket or rack plate.
MCN Network Connection
• The local MCN network must be attached to the EXB module via the “NETWORK” connector following standard guidelines as to cable type, cable length, and termination appropriate for the selected transceiver. The dual RJ45 NETWORK connector allows a daisy-cha ine d net wo rk
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connector. This connector is normall y not used.
connection method, as the network pins of the two RJ45 connectors are directly paralleled. The EXB-IP module does not inject DC power on the network cable. It does not use any DC power from the cable.
The 2 pin removable terminal strip is wired in parallel with the network connect i ons on the dual RJ45
10BASE-T
DC IN
Ethernet Connection
• The Ethernet network must be attached to the EXB-IP module via 10BaseT connector.
WARNING: DO NOT connect the EXB-IP modules to a live Ethernet network until they have been reconfigured with IP parameters supplied by the Network Administrator. Network-wide problems could arise from connecting devices to a network without coordination of addressing information.
The 10BaseT port utilizes a standard RJ45 connector. Cat 5 unshielded twisted pair cable should be used between the EXB-IP module and the hub. The length of this cable should be less than 100 meters (328 feet).
IP Switch Manual Settings Note
Some IP Switches (Like some HP Switches) that have Auto Speed a nd Duplex negation may not be able to auto-negotia t e with the EXB-IP module. In those cases, we recommend that you manually configure the Ethernet port in the IP switch that connects to the EXB-IP module. See the IP Switch Configuration – Speed & HDX/FDX Negotiation section on page 55 for more details.
DC Power Connection
DC power must be attached to the EXB-IP module via the DC IN connector. Apply DC power to the EXB-IP module only after all other connections have been made. A wall plug-in st yle p ower sup ply designed for the EXB-IP module is an available option.
The installation of the EXB-IP module is now complete.
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USING THE “PING” FUNCTION

The “Ping” f uncti on is normally used f ro m a PC as a diagnostic tool to deter mine if a particular IP address can be “seen” by a host PC.
The EXB-IP module includes a Ping function to help see if it can reach the other members in its list. T he P ing function is accessed through EXB Config program over the serial cable to the EXB-IP module.
To Ping a remote module from the EXB Config software, perform the following steps:
1. In the Channel Member List, right-click on the Member Name for the remote module that you want
to ping, then choose “Ping” from the drop-down menu.
2. The “Ping” request window will be displayed as shown below.
3. If the IP address is correct, select the number of Repeats and the maxi mum Timeout value.
Next, click Ping to cause the ping to be initiated.
4. The “Ping Results” window will be displayed.
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The response times may be a bit longer than you would normally expect due to the overhead of t he serial communications and the c ommunications through the local EXB-IP module.
You can also change the IP Address in Step 2 to ping other devices in the network like routers and smart switches.

INSTALLING ADDITIONAL EXB-IP MODULES AFTER INITIAL INSTALLATION

If additional EXB-IP modules need to be installed after the initial installatio n has been completed, use one of the two following sequences:

If using Multicast IP Address Mo de:

1. Start EXB Config and edit the IP Parameters for the new EXB-IP modules.
2. Upload IP Parameters to all new EXB-IP modules via the serial port.
3. Physically install all new EXB-IP modules into the IP Network per this I

If using Multicast IP Address Mode and All in Channel Target:

1. Start EXB Config and edit the IP Parameters for the new EXB-IP modules.
2. Upload IP Parameters to all new EXB-IP modules via the serial port.
3. Physically install all new EXB-IP modules into the IP Network pe r this I
4. Re-upload IP configuration parameters to all exi sting Channel members. This will add the IP
Addresses for the new modules to their member lists.
NSTALLATION section.
NSTALLATION section.

If using Unicast/Replicated IP Address Mode and Central Site Target:

1. Start EXB Config and edit the IP Parameters for the all new EXB-IP modules.
2. Upload IP Parameters to all new EXB-IP modules via the serial port.
3. Re-upload IP Parameters to the existing Central Site EXB-IP module via the serial port.
4. Physically install the new EXB-IP modules into the IP network per this I
NSTALLATION section starting
on Page 15.
5. If desired, re-upload IP Parameters to the other existing Channel members via the serial port. This will
put all EXB-IP modules in sync with the newly edited configuration data from Step 1 above.
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5. GLOSSARY

EXB-IP module Network Extender Modul e used with CT I's MCN Networ ks to extend a network fro m
one location to another over an IP channel
EXB-IP Legacy Module EXB-IP modules with a version number below 400. The Legacy modules used a fixed
input UDP port of 1100 and did not support user-configurable UDP Port numbers. In the UDP Port field, EXB-I P Legacy is used to select the proper fixed port for communication between modules if there are any Legacy EXB-IP modules in the channel.
EXB-IP Legacy Port A destination UDP Port of 1100 as used by Legacy EXB-IP modules. EXB-IP 8000
modules can also be configured to use this Port to communicate with legacy EXB-IP modules.
EXB-IP 8000 Module EXB-IP modules with a version number of 400 and above. These modules used a user-
configurable input UDP port. In Motorola Solutions, Inc. Astro25™ networks ( 7.13 and above), a fixed UDP port has been reserved for the EXB-IP modules for communication across the Radio Network Infrastructure (RNI). This UDP port is used when EXB-IP 8000 is selected in the UDP Port field. The EXB-IP 8000 se tting cannot be used if there any Legacy EXB-IP modules in the channel.
EXB-IP 8000 Port A destination UDP Port compatible with Motorola Solutions, Inc. Astro™25 Radio
Network Infrastructure version 7.13 and above.
Channel In general, the "Channel " is used in this manual to indicate all the EXB-IP modules that
will communi cate with each other, along with the IP network (LANs and WAN) connecting those modules.
Com Port Synonymous with RS-232 port
Gateway If EXB-IP modules reside on a different IP Subne t s , they must communicate through
IP routers. The Gateway is the IP address of the port of the router closest to the EXB­IP module. The Gateway Address associated with a member EXB-IP module must be in the same subnet as that EXB-IP module.
IP Internet Protocol.. IP V ersion 4 is used by the EXB-IP modules.
IP address Logical network address used for IP communication in an IPV4 network. In the EXB
Config program it is specified as four octets (ex: 192.168.2.7).
IPV4 Internet Protocol Version 4
I/O Input and output.
MCN™ CTI Products' Monitoring and Control Network
Member One of the EXB-IP modules in a Chan nel
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Multicast A method of communicating in which all devices join (and listen to) a common (IP
Multicast) group. A transmitting device will need to send messages to a single destination (the Multicast add r e ss) to send a message to all modules. This reduces loading on the EXB-IP modules and bandwidth required on the network.
Multicast IP Address An IP address in the range of 224.0.0.1 to 239.255.255.254 used for information
broadcasts to registered computers. Many networks will have filters configured on routers and firewalls to pass or reject traffic to specific Multicast IP addresses or ranges.
RS-232 Port 9 pin serial port
Subnet A subnet is the range of addresses which a device can communicate directly without
having to go through a router. A subnet i s defined by an I P address and a subnet mask.
Subnet mask A 32 bit number typically formatted as an IP address, used with an IP address in
defining a subnet. When converted to binary, any of t he 1's in the Subnet Mask indicate the Subnet for a particular IP address. Target The EXB-IP module(s) to which a particular member EXB-IP module communicates. EXB-IP modules can be configured to communicate either with all modules or just a central member.
UDP User Datagram Protocol
UDP Port A number used by the UDP protocol to indicate the source or destination within a
device that uses UDP protoc ol. Devices will send from their Source Port a nd will listen on their Destination Port. M a ny systems will have routers and firewalls configured to pass or reject packets based on the Source and/or Destination ports.
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6. APPENDIX

APPENDIX A. FACTORY DEFAULT CONFIGURATION

Control Processor

Restoring Factory Default Communication Parameters
If the Control Processor or router module communication parameters are overwritten by a network management tool, they can be restored as follows:
• Press the “RESET” button on the front o f the EXB-IP module
• After the “ERR” LED goes off, press the “RESET” button a second time.
The Control Processor communication parameters are now restored to factory defaults.
IP Address Parameters
The modules are factory programmed as follows:
• IP Address: Unique address based on MAC address of module
• IP Address Mode: Multicast
• IP Multicast Address: 224.0.1.16
• Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

MCN Router

For custom-configured systems, the MCN router portion of the EXB-IP module may be configured for various operational characteristics. The factory default configuration is as a repeater, where all messages entering the EXB-IP module via the MCN Network or the Ethernet network are simply passed through. Other configurat ions may be set in custom configured systems. If so, that infor mation will be provided with those systems.
Using SETRTR2.EXE to Query or Change Router Configuration
SETRTR Caution: There was an original utility ca lle d "SETRTR.EXE".
It should not be used with EXB-IP or EXB-IP unit s shipped in 2012 or after. If it is used it will cause permanent damage to the internal router.
A new SWTRTR2.EXE utility starte d shipping in August, 2012. It is safe for use with all version EXB -IP units and EXB-IP 8000 units.
*Note: SETRTR2 is a 16-Bit application. It will work with Windows XP. It will not work with Windows Vista, 7, Server 2008 or above.
The SETRTR2.EXE DOS utility provided with each EXB can be used to query the router for its current configuration, force the router to certain default states, or force the router to unconfigured mode. If the router will be installed with the configured router algorithm, it is highly reco mmended that the ro uter module i s set to unconfigured mode before being installed into the system (this step is mandatory if redundant routers are to be configured).
The SETRTR2 program requires a network interface to be connected to the host PC with a PCLTA interface. Network interface driver software must be loaded in the host PC and configured with a device name (typically "LONn" where n is a number). Documentation that is provided with the network interface device details how to
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install the module and driver software. The network interface device must contain a network transceiver compatible with the network transceiver in the EXB module to be controlled (78K or 1250).
After the network interface and its software driver are properl y configure d on the ho st PC, c onnect its networ k port to the front panel “NETWORK” connector on the EXB.
Querying an EXB’s Router for its Cu rrent Configurat i on
Start the SETRTR2 program with t he following c ommand line: SETRTR2 [-ddevicename] -L <cr>
where devicename is the name assigned to the network interface on the command line of the device driver (typically "LON1" or "LON2") . If this parameter is omitted, the default name of LON1 is used.
The -L parameter instructs SETRTR2 to List the current configuration of the router module. After the signon message appears, press the “RSVC” button on the front of the connected EXB module.
SETRTR2 will report the c urrent router configuration to the scr e e n.
Returning an EXB’s Router to Factory Default Configuration
Start the SETRTR2 program with t he following c ommand line: SETRTR2 [-ddevicename] -F <cr>
where devicename is the name assigned to the network interface on the command line of the device driver (typical ly "LON1" or "LON2"). If this parameter is omitted, the d e fault name of LON1 is used.
The -F parameter instructs SETRTR2 to set the EXB's router to Factory defaults. After the sign-on message appears, press the “RSVC” button on the front of the connected EXB module.
SETRTR2 will send the req ui red message s to the r oute r and exit. Pr ess the “RESET ” b utt on o n the fro nt of t he EXB module to complete the reconfiguration.
Note: If you are using a Custom Configured EXB, you will need to reconfigure the EXB as described in the Custom Configuration data shipped with the system.
Setting an EXB’s Router to Unconfigured Mode
Start the SETRTR2 program with t he following c ommand line: SETRTR2 [-ddevicename] -U <cr>
The -U parameter instructs SETRTR2 to set both sides of the EXB’s router to Unconfigured mode. After the signon message appears, press the “RSVC” button on the front of the connected EXB module.
SETRTR2 will send the required messages to the router and exit.
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PWR
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APPENDIX B. MOUNTING OPTIONS

Wall mount and EIA 19” rack mount kits are available as options for the EXB from CTI Products, Inc. The wall mount kit includes brackets to allow a single EXB module to be mounted to any flat surface. The rack mount kit includes an adapter allowing up to three EXB modules to be mounted in a single rack unit height.

Rack Mount Option

The rack mount option allows up to three EXB modules to be mounted in a one rack unit height (1.75 inches) of a standard 19 inch rack. The modules are mounted in the rack plate by removing its’ front bezel and remounting t he module into the rack plate. Figure 6 shows an e xploded view of the rack mount i nstallation. The top diagram shows the front view of the bracket with one module installed. The bottom two diagrams show a side view of the module installation into the rack adapter and rack adapter installation into the rack, respectively.
Figure 6 EXB Module Rack Mounting
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Step
Operation
1
Remove the front panel from the module, including t he bezel, by removing the two
module.
2
Position the module behind the r a c k ad a pter, lining up the holes in the rack adapter with the front panel screw holes on the module.
3
Position the front panel in front of the rack adapter, lining up t he front panel with the module.
4
Fasten the front panel and module to the rack adapter with the Philips head screws that were previously removed.
5
Position the rack adapte r into your rack, lining up t he four mounti ng holes of the r ack adapter wit h mounting hol es in the rack frame.
6
Position the two spacers in the front of the rack adap t er, aligning the cutouts in the spacers with the holes of the adapter.
7
Install mounting screws (customer provided) into the rack.
Step
Operation
1
From the front of the module, slide the PC board out of the housing.
2
Remove the back panel of the module.
3
Attach either bezel and fr ont panel or rack kit and front panel to the housing with two Philips head screws.
3
From the rear of the module, slide the PC board back into the housing (there are
first).
4
Attach bezel and rear panel to the housing with two Philips head screws.
To attach a module to the rack adapter, and then mount the rack adapter into the rack, follow the steps below.
WARNING
Do not allow the PC board to slide out of the housing when the front panel is removed. If it does, DO NOT slide the P C board back into the housing from the fro nt of the module. Doing so may damage the module, causing the module to malfunction when powered on. Doing so will void the module’s war ranty. Return the PC board to the housing by sliding it only from the rear. (See instructions below.)
Rack Mounting Instructions
Philips head screws in the faceplate. The bezel is not used when rack mounting the
When the module’s front panel is removed, do not allow the PC board to slide out of the housing. If the PC board does slide out of the housing, you must follow the steps belo w to replace the PC board in the housing. DO NOT RE-INSTALL THE PC BOARD FROM THE FRONT OF THE HOUSING !
Re-Installing a PC Boa r d i n its housing
markings on the PC board to indicate which edge to insert into the rear of the hous ing
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Industry Canada
NOTE:
THE NUMBERS ON THIS DRAWING REFER TO THE ITEM NUMBERS
ON THE CORRESPONDING BILLS OF MATERIAL FOR THIS ASSEMBLY.
24 VDC 100 mA
BOTTOM VIEW
USE ONLY 6-32 X 1/4" LONG
FLAT HEAD SCREWS TO ATTACH THE
WALL MOUNT BRACKET TO THIS UNIT.
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE CIRCUIT BOARD.
CAUTION!
USE ONLY 6-32 X 1/4" LONG
FLAT HEAD SCREWS TO ATTACH THE
WALL MOUNT BRACKET TO THIS UNIT.
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE CIRCUIT BOARD.
CAUTION!
Products Inc.
ETL APPRO
3.500
1.980
6.130
6.700
1.642
TOP VIEW
1
2
Provided by installer.
Allow room on ends
for connectors.
Allow room on ends
for connectors.
SIDE VIEW
1.980
QTY 2
QTY 4
QTY 4 NO. 8 SCREWS OR OTHER APPROPRIATE HARDWARE.
OR
OR
DRAWN BY
APPROVED BY
SCALE
DATE
DATE
SHEET OF
TITLE
DRAWING NUMBER
1 1
NONE
APPLICATION
CFA
11-22-96
11-22-96
WON PRODUCTS
RKK
WON NCB SIZE "B" WALL MOUNT KIT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
ON
OPTION A
DC IN
ERR
ACT
PWR
RSVC
CSVC
AUDIO
LINE
CD
OH
RESET
CMD
NCB
NETWORK COMBINER
NETWORK

Wall Mount Option

The wall mount option allows an EXB module to be mounted to any flat surface. The EXB module has four screw holes on the bottom. Simply attach the two mounting plates to the bottom of the module using the four flat-head screws provide d with the wall mount kit. This asse mbly is then attached to the flat sur face with user­provided fasteners. Figure 7 shows a dimensioned view of the wall mo unt installation.
Be sure to use the flat head s crews provided with the wall mount kit. If you are not u sing the wall mount kit from CTI Products, Inc., make sure that the scre ws do not protrude into the enclosure more than 0.125 inches fro m t he bottom surface of the module.
Using a longer screw that touches the PC board inside the module may damage the module. Doing so will void the module’s warranty.
Appendix B – Mounting Options 43
Figure 7 EXB Module Wall Mounting
CAUTION
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Pin
Function
Notes
1
Network
Network connection is NOT pola rity sensitive
2
Network
Pins 1,2 of IN and OUT connectors tied parallel
3
No Connection
Note 1
Pin 3 of IN and OUT connectors tied together
4
No Connection
Pin 4 of IN and OUT connectors tied together
5
No Connection
Pin 5 of IN and OUT connectors tied together
6
No Connection
Note 2
Pin 6 of IN and OUT connectors tied together
7
No Connection
Note 2
Pin 7 of IN and OUT connectors tied together
8
No Connection
Note 1
Pin 8 of IN and OUT connectors tied together
Pin
Function
1
Network
2
Network
+
-
Polarity
DC IN
Front View
NETWORK
OUT
IN
12345
6
7
8
NETWORK
1
2

APPENDIX C. CONNECTOR DETAILS

DC IN Connector

Connector type: 2.5 x 5.5 mm coaxial Mating Connector: Switchcraft 760 or equivalent Connector pinout: CTI Products, Inc. standard power
supply is wired with center pin positive, EXB module can accept either pin positive, polarity routing is provided internal.

NETWORK Connectors

RJ45 Connectors:
Pins 1 and 2 of both RJ45 connectors as well as the screw-terminal connector are all wired in parallel.
Connector Type: Standard RJ45 telephone connector, 8 position 8
contact.
Note 1: May have + DC power on this pin from other MCN modules. Note 2: May have - DC power on this pin from other MCN modules.
2-Position Screw-Terminal:
Mating Connector: Weidmuller 128176
Note that this connector is normall y not used in MCN networks.
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Pin
Function
1
Ethernet TX
2
Ethernet TX
3
Ethernet RX
4
N/C 5 N/C
6
Ethernet RX
7
N/C 8 N/C
Pin
Function
1
Data Carrier Detect
2
RX 3 TX
4
Data Terminal Ready
5
Signal Ground
6
Data Set Ready
7
Clear to Send
8
Request to Send
9
N/C

10BaseT Ethernet Connector

Connector type: Standard RJ45 female.

ASYNC Connector

When this port is connected to a PCs serial port, the EXB-IP Config program can be used to configure the IP address parameters.
Connector type: Standard D-Subminiature 9 pin male. DTE (Like IBM PC 9 pin)
Null Modem cable (CTI # 89-11314) required for connection to PC.
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Pin
Function
Function
Pin
1
DCD
DCD
1 2 RXD
RXD
2 3 TXD
TXD
3 4 DTR
DTR
4
5
GND
GND
5 6 DSR
DSR
6
7
CTS
CTS
7
8
RTS
RTS
8
N/C N/C
9

APPENDIX D. EXB-IP PROGRAMMING CABLE PINOUT 89-11314

Data Carrier Detect
Data Terminal Ready
Signal Ground
Data Set Ready
Clear to Send
Request to Send
Data Carrier Detect
Data Terminal Ready
Signal Ground
Data Set Ready
Clear to Send
Request to Send

Programming Cable Warning

Always use the proper cable.
If an improper cable is used, the EXB Config softw are might not be able to consistently View or Upload the data to the EXB-IP unit.
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If the PWR LED . . .
REASON
CORRECTIVE ACTION
power.
power.
connector (10-32VDC).
If the ERR LED . . .
REASON
CORRECTIVE ACTION
condition was detected.
off.
“RSVC” button is pressed.
(Repeater Mode).
for instructions.)
. . .
Ethernet port.
“Appendix F. IP Addresses”.

APPENDIX E. TROUBLESHOOTING

Table E1

Is always illuminated. Normal operation indicating that EXB
module is receiving proper DC input
Does not illuminate. EXB module is not receiving DC input

Table E2

Is always off. Normal operation indicating no error
Occasionally blinks on, then
Flashes slowly, at a rate of
once every 2 seconds.
Flashes quickly, at a rate of
once every second.
Is always illuminated. Router module, or Control Neuron
Normal operation when “CSVC” button or
The Router Neurons are unconfigured. Use LonScrpt or NODEUTIL to change the
The Control Neuron Processor detects
missing IP address information.
Processor, or Microprocessor is not functioning.
Go to next Table.
Check for proper voltage at “DC IN”
Go to next Table.
Go to next Table.
mode/state to ‘Configured’ and ‘On­line’, or Use SETRTR2 –F to configure t he router to Factory default conditions
Use EXB-IP Config to update the IP address
parameters. (See Installation section
Call CTI Products, Customer Support
(+1-513-595-5900), to arrange to return module for evaluation/repair.

Table E3

If the ETH TX LED (on
local EXB-IP mod ule)
Occasionally blinks on, then
off.
Does not illuminate when
“RSVC” button on local EXB-IP module is pressed.
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REASON CORRECTIVE ACTION
Normal operation indicating a message
packet has been transmitt ed from the
Ethernet port is not terminated correctly to
the IP network.
Go to next Table.
a. Verify that OPTION switch positions 7
and 8 are set correctly for the Ethernet connector being used. See
NSTALLATION section.
I
b. Verify that the cable from EXB-IP
module Ethernet port is terminated correctly to IP network. Check the ‘connection’ LED that is found near each port on most IP interconnect devices.
c. Verify that the correct cross or s traight-
through cable is being used. See
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. . .
network.
modules in the channel.

Table E4

If the ETH RX LED ( on
local EXB-IP mod ule)
Occasionally blinks on, then
off.
Does not illuminate when
“RSVC” button on remote EXB-IP module is pressed.
REASON CORRECTIVE ACTION
Normal operation indicating a message
packet has been detected on the IP
1. Ethernet port is not terminated correctly to the IP network.
2. If Unicast/Replicated addressing mode is
being used, IP addresses fo r local and remote EXB-IP module are not compatible.
3. If Multicast addressing mode is being
used, IP network routers or switches are not configured properly.
Go to next Table.
1a. Verify that OPTION switch positions 7
and 8 are set correctly for the Ethernet connector being used. See
NSTALLATION section.
I
b. Verify that the cable fro m EXB-IP
module Ethernet port is terminated correctly to IP network. Check the ‘connection’ LED that is found near each port on most IP interconnect devices.
c. Veri f y that the correct cross or straight-
through cable is bein g used. See “Appendix F. IP Addresses”.
2a. Verify that portion of IP addresses
identified by Subnet Mask for both local and remote EXB-IP modules are identical.
3a. Verify that IP routers and switches
have Multicast mode enabled.
b. Verify that IP routers ar e programmed
to pass the IP multicast address of the EXB-IP module.
c. Verify that IP routers are programmed
to pass the pr ope r de s ti na t io n (configurable) and source (1283) UDP Port numbers used by the EXB-IP
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EXB) . . .
module of the EXB.
to determine the faulty module.
module for evaluation/repair.
pressed”.

Table E5

If the ACT LED (o n l ocal
Occasionally blinks on, then
off.
Does not illuminate when
“RSVC” button on remote EXB is pressed.
Does not illuminate when
other modules on the local MCN network are transmitting messages.
REASON CORRECTIVE A CTION
Normal operation indicating a message
packet has passed through the router
1. Router Service Pin message from remote EXB is not reaching the local EXB.
2. Router Service Pin message from remote EXB is not passing through the local router module.
1. Message packets from modules on the local MCN network are not passing through the router in the local EXB.
Go to next Table.
1a. Verify that “ACT” and “ERR” LED’s o n
remote EXB flash once. If not, return remote module for evaluation/repair.
b. Verify that “ETH TX” LED flashes on the
remote EXB and that “ETH RX” LED flashes on the local EXB.
2a. Place the remote router in Repeater mode
and verify that the local “ACT” LED illuminates when “RSVC” button on remote EXB is pressed.
b. If ‘2a’ is ok, re-program the router in the
local EXB.
c. If ‘2a’ is not ok, swap either the local or
remote EXB with a known-good-module
1a. Verify the connection between the local
EXB and other modules on the MCN network.
b. Place the router in the local EXB in
Repeater mode and veri f y th at its “ACT” LED illuminates when modules on the local MCN network are transmitting messages.
c. If ‘1b’ is ok, re-program the router in the
local EXB.
d. If ‘1b’ is not ok, return the local EXB
Does not illuminate when
modules on a remote MCN network are transmitting messages.
1. Message packets from modules on a remote MCN network are not passing through the router in the remote EXB.
2. Message packets from modules on a remote MCN network are not reaching the local EX B.
3. Message packets from modules on remote MCN network are not passing through the router in the local EXB.
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1a. Verify the connection between the remote
EXB and other modules on the remote MCN network.
b. Verify that “ACT” LED on remote EXB
illuminates when other modules on the remote MCN network are transmitting messages.
c. Place the router in the remote EXB in
Repeater mode and veri f y th at its “ACT” LED illuminates when modules on its remote MCN network are transmitting messages.
d. If ‘1c’ is ok, re-program the router in the
remote EXB.
e. If ‘1c’ is not ok, return module for
evaluation/repair.
2. See this Tab le above and verify step “ACT LED… Does not illuminate when RSVC button on remote EXB is pressed”.
3. See this Tab le above and verify step “ACT LED… Does not illuminate”. when “RSVC” button on remote EXB is
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Miscellaneous:
REASON
CORRECTIVE ACTION
router neurons’ domains.

Table E6

Cannot communicate with
Control Neuron Proce s sor of local EXB when using NODEUTIL.
Cannot communicate with the
Control Neuron Processor of local EXB.
1. In Bridge or Configured modes, router neurons and network interface are not in the same domain.
2. In Repeater mode, the network interface may be defective.
1. In Bridge or Configured modes, the Control Neuron, the router neurons, and the network interface are not all in the same domain.
2. In Repeater mode, the Control Neuron and network interface are not in the same domain.
1. Verify that NO D EUTIL can communicate with other MCN modules.
2a. Place the local router in Repeater mode
and verify that communications is possible, or
b. Use NODEUTIL to change th e
network interface Do main to match the
1. Place the router neurons for the local EXB in Repeater mode.
2. Change the network interface Domain to match the Control Neuron domain.
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APPENDIX F. SPECIFICATIONS

EXB-IP module

DC Power Input: 10 to 32 VDC, unregulated
5 watts maximum wi thout SMX transcei ve r 10 watts maximum with SMX power line transceiver
Size: 7.5” D x 5.6” W x 1.6” H Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 °C Humidity: 10-95% non-condensing Mounting: Desktop with integral non-slip feet
Wallmount or 19” rack mount with optional adapters
Configuration: Integral Router Factory default router mode is set to Repeater. Configured or Bridge mode
can be also be programmed.
Ethernet IP Parameters Using supplied EXB Config Program Transceivers Supported: MCN 78K or 1250, depending on model Ethernet 10BaseT HDX IP Addressing Modes: Unicast/Replicated, Multicas t IP Transport: UDP IP Ports: 1100 (destination) and 1283 (source).
UDP Ports: EXB-IP Legacy Module: Source 1283 (fixed)
Dest: 1100 dest. (fixed)
EXB-IP 8000 Module Source: 1283 (fixed) Dest:: "Legacy" (1100) or "EXB-IP 8000" or 1-65,534 (User selectable).
"EXB-IP 8000" UDP Port for use with Motorola Solutions Inc. Astro25™ Radio Network Infrastructure (RNI) Version 7.13 and up
Operating System: Proprietary
(Non-Windows, Non-Linux, Non-Unix)
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Class
(Beginning Bits)
Networks
(Ending Bits)
Subnets
Range
A 8 126
24
16.7 million
1-126 B 16
16,000
16
65,000
128-191 C 24
2 million
8
254
192-293

APPENDIX G. IP ADDRESSING

Conventions

Any node connected to an IP (Internet Protocol) network must be identified with a uni q ue 32 -bi t address. These 32-bit addresses are commonly written in dotted decimal notation as four decimal numbers (referred to as octets because each decimal number represents 8 bits) separated by decimal points. Each octet can be a number from 1 to 255. For example, 131.9.1.2 is a valid IP address. The IP address assigned to a network device is commonly called the Host IP Address. By having unique addresses on a network, individual stations (also called hosts or nodes) can be identified on the network.
EXB-IP modules are provided from the factory with default addressing to allow simple “quickstart” testing by connecting them back-to-back. See “A
PPENDIX A. FACTORY DEFAULT CONFIGURATION”.

IP Address Classes

There are five types of IP addresses. Three are associated with networks – Class A, B, and C.
• Class A addresses are for networks that have a large number of hosts, up to a maximum of 16,777,216
on a single IP network. The first octet is between 1 and 126. (127 is reserved fo r lo op ba ck a nd is use d for internal testing on the local machine.)
• Class B addresses are for medium-sized networks. The first octet is between 128 and 191.
• Class C addresses are for small networks, up to 255 hosts. The first octet is between 192 and 223.
• Class D addresses are reserved for multicasting and the first octet is between 224 and 239.
• Class E addresses (240 to 255) are reserved and should not be used.
An IP address c onsists o f two p arts – one part identifies the networ k, and o ne par t ident ifie s the ho st (or node) . The NetID portion of the IP ad dress identifies the physical network segment. The HostID portion of the IP address identifies the node within the network segment. The following table lists the capacities of each IP address and the bits used as NetID and HostID.
IP
Net ID
# of
Host ID
# of Hosts or
1st byte
Subnetting using Subnet Masks
A portion of the host bits can be used to “subnet the network”. T he subnet mask identifies the “NetID” and “HostID” portions of the IP address in a bitwise fashion. The mask is constructed by placing a “1” in any bit that is part of a subnetwork address. So subnet mask bits that are SET define the NetID, and CLEARED subnet mask bits define the HostID.
A subnet mask of 255.255.255.0 defines the NetID as the first three octets, and the HostID as the last octet. For example, for the address 192.47.73.111 and the subnet mask of 255.255.255.0, the subnetwork can be identified as 192.47.73.0.
Summary of Important Networking Details
• A specific “NetID” can exist on only ONE port of ONE IP router.
• The “NetID” portion of the Host Address and the Gateway Address MUST BE THE SAME.
• If an EXB-IP module is moved to a different location, its Host IP Addre ss and Default Gateway IP
Address MUST BE CHANGED to match the assigned IP addresses for the new location.
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IP Addressing modes

Unicast/Replicated
Unicast/Replicated addressing mode allows point-to-point or point-to-multipoint communications in any IP network. A table of Target IP Addresses is configured into each of the EXB-IP modules. The table in each EXB-IP module contains the IP addresses of the other modules in the group. The maximum number of EXB-IP modules that can be configured into one Unicast/Replicated group is 96.
Each EXB-IP module is programmed with a Host IP Address, a list of Target IP Addresse s, and optionally, a Default Gateway IP Address. The Default Gateway IP Address is t he address of the I P router to which the respective EXB-IP module is attached and allows for IP routers or gateways that may exist between EXB-IP modules.
Using Unicast/Replicated mode, a single MCN message packet entering any of the EXB-IP modules of the group will be sent out the Ethernet port of that module as multiple Unica st IP messages, one to each of the other EXB-IP modules in the group.
Multicast
Multicast addressing mode allo ws efficient point-to-multipoint communications in a network. Each EXB-IP module is assigned a Host IP Address, a multicast Target IP Address, and optionally, a Default Gateway IP Address. A sin gle multicast Target IP Address is assigned to all EXB-IP modules i n the network withi n the range 224.0.0.1 through 239.255.255.254.
A single MCN message packet entering any one of the EXB-IP modules results i n a single multicast IP packet being sent out the Ethernet port of that module to be received by all other EXB-IPm modules (members) configured to the same Multicast IP address.
Multicast addressing mode can be used with a very large number of EXB-IP modules. Because only one IP packet is generated for every MCN message packet, multicast addressing mode uses far less network bandwidth than Unicast/Replicated.
Before choosing multicast addressing mode, it is important to determine the following capabilities of the IP network to which the EXB-IP modules will be connected:
• IP routers must be capable of handlin g IP multicast traffic.
• IP routers must have IP multicast enable d
• IP routers must forward multicast traffic from the Source UDP Port of 1283 and to the appropriate
Destination UDP Port number as configured by EXB Config and.

MAC Addresses

Whereas IP uses Logical Addresses to identify a host (node), other protocols use Hardware Addresses called Media Access Control addresses, or MAC addresses. MAC addresses are set at the factory at time of manufacture and cannot be changed. (IP addresses can be changed at any time.) A MAC address consists of six octets, in hexadecimal notation, separated by colons. An example would be: 00:10:EE:00:02:34.
The first three octets in a MAC address identify the manufacturer. In the above example, 00:10:EE identifies CTI Products as the manufacturer of this device. The last three octets are sequentially assigned by the manufacturer to form a type of serial number. In this way, no two devices have the same MAC address.
Multicast add ressing i s also p ossible usi ng MAC a ddresse s, just a s in IP a ddressin g. MAC ad dresses reserved for broadcast messages start at: 00:01:5E:00:00:00.
Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
Since IP uses Logical Addresses at the OSI Network Layer (Layer 3) and Ethernet uses MAC addresses at the OSI Data Link Layer (Layer 2), Address Re solution Pro tocol is used wheneve r IP is used ove r the Ethernet. ARP is needed to convert an IP address to a MAC address. T he client then stores this resolved address for a
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Layer 3
Layer 2
Layer 1
IP Router
Bridge
Hub
EXB-IP Module
Switch
Repeater
NIC
Concentrator
Standard End
Standard End
Signal Name
Wire Color
Pin Pin
Wire Color
Signal Name
TD+
White/Orange
1

1
White/Orange
TD+
TD-
Orange
2

2
Orange
TD-
RD+
White/Green
3

3
White/Green
RD+
Not used
Blue
4

4
Blue
Not used
Not used
White/Blue
5

5
White/Blue
Not used
RD-
Green
6

6
Green
RD-
Not used
White/Brown
7

7
White/Brown
Not used
Not used
Brown
8

8
Brown
Not used
Standard End
Crossover End
Signal Name
Wire Color
Pin Pin
Wire Color
Signal Name
TD+
White/Orange
1

3
White/Green
RD+
TD-
Orange
2

6
Green
RD-
RD+
White/Green
3

1
White/Orange
TD+
Not used
Blue
4

5
Blue
Not used
Not used
White/Blue
5

4
White/Blue
Not used
RD-
Green
6

2
Orange
TD-
Not used
White/Brown
7

8
White/Brown
Not used
Not used
Brown
8

7
Brown
Not used
period of time in its ARP cache. An ARP cache is a lookup table, typically in a router, that will store a quantity of resolved addresses for devices that it must communicate with.
When a message is destined for an IP address whose MAC address has not yet been resolved, an ARP REQUEST is sent from the lo cal host as a br oadcast message, asking for MAC identification. A remote host with the IP address in question generates an ARP RESPONSE. This ARP RESPONSE contains the requested MAC address. The local host receives the message, and places the IP Address and the matching M AC Addr ess in its ARP Cache. The original message is then sent using the MAC Address found previously. Any additional messages to this remote IP address will be sent using the MAC address found in the local host’s ARP cache.

Ethernet 10BaseT Cables

When connecting two IP devices together, either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable may be required. If interconnecting similar devices, then a crossover cable is needed. Examples would be interconnecting two
EXB-IP modules, or t wo IP routers, or two hubs, or two computers. Generally, if the two devices are both Layer 3 devices, then a crossover cable is required. Routers operate at Layer 3. Similarly, if the two devices are Layer 1 or 2 devices, they would also require a crossover cable. Bridges, switches, and Network Interface Cards (NIC) operate at Layer 2, and hubs, repeaters, and concentrators operate at Layer 1.
If interconnecting dissimilar devices, the n a straight-throu gh cable is needed. Dissimilar devices would involve one Layer 3 device and a Layer 1 or Layer 2 device.
The following table summarizes devices in each layer.
The following table lists the connections for a straight-through cable.
The following table lists the connections for a crossover cable.
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IP Switch Configuration – Speed & HDX/FDX Negotiation

Some IP Switches (like some HP Pro-Curve Switc hes) that have Auto Sp eed and Dup lex negat ion may not be able to auto-negotiate with the EXB-IP module. This may cause the EXB-IP modules (and their connected MCN modules to sycle off-line and on-line in the MCN software.
In those cases, we recommend that you manually configure the Ethernet port in the IP switch that connects to the EXB-IP module.
Manual Con figuration: Speed: 10 Mbits/sec Duplex HDX (Half Duplex)
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APPENDIX H. THIRD-PARTY ATTRIBUTIONS

EXB-IP module Firmware Notes

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Regents of the University of California License
Portions of the Ping func t ion in the fir mware in the EXB-IP and EXB-IP 8000 modules are used under license from Regents of the University of California. The following disclosure is required by that license and applies only to portions of the Ping function.
Modified License:
The original license was modified as of July 22, 1999 to delete the requirement for acknowledgement wi thi n advertisi ng materials per notice from: William Hoskins Director, Office of Technology Licensing University of California , Berkeley as stated at:
ftp://ftp.cs.berkeley.edu/pub/4bsd/README.Impt.License.Change
and affirmed in 2012 at:
http://ipira.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/shared/Advertising_clause_removed_from_BSD_license.pdf
The curent license follows:
Copyright (c) 1987 Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms are permitted provided that the above copyright notice and this paragraph are duplicated in all such forms and that any documentation and other materials related to such distribution and use acknowledge that the software was developed by the University of California, Berkeley. The name of the University may not be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission. THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED ``AS IS'' AND WITHOUT ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTIBILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

EXB Config Attributions

Glacial List Attribution
The EXB Config software uses a control called Glacial ListView Copyright Glacial Components Software 2004 For more information on this control, see:
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http://www.glacialcomponents.com/
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APPENDIX I. REGULATORY NOTES

Radio Frequency Emissions and Immunity
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to corr ect the interference at his own expense. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Limits specified in the standards listed below are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
UNITED STATES: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. CANADA: This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipme nt Regulatio ns . Cet appareil numérique d e la classe A respec te toutes les exigences du Règl ement sur le mat ér iel brouilleu r du Canada.
EUROPE: This equipment has been tested and found to conform with the following standards: EN60950, EN50082-1, IEC801-2, IEC801-3, IEC801-4, and EN55022. This equipment complies with the requirements of the following directives: Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, and 93/68/EEC Harmonization of CE Marking
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APPENDIX J. EXB CONFIG SOFTWARE LICENSE

EXB Config™ Software
License Agreement
NOTICE
This is a legal a greement between You and CTI Products, Inc. ("C TI"). YOU MUST READ AND AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT BEFORE ANY LICENSED SOFTWARE CAN BE DOWNLOADED OR INSTAL LED OR USED. BY CLICKING ON THE "I ACCEPT THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT" OR SIMILAR BUTTON OF TH IS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT, OR DOWNLOADING LICENSED SOFTWARE, OR INSTAL LING LICENSED SOFTWARE, OR USING LICENSED SOFTWARE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT, THEN YOU SHOULD EXIT THIS PAGE AND NOT DOWN LOAD OR INSTALL OR USE ANY LICENSED SOFTWARE. BY DOING SO YOU FOREGO ANY IMPLIED OR STATED R IGHTS TO DOWNLOAD OR INSTALL OR USE LICENSED SOFTWARE.
Software License Agreement
CTI Products, Inc. ("CTI") grants You a non-e xclusive, non-tra nsferable license to us e the Licensed Software and any updates or upgrades thereto provided by CTI acc ording to the terms set forth below. If the Licensed Software is being provided to you as an update or upgrade to software which You have pre viously licensed, then You agree to destroy all copies of the pri or release of this software within thirty (30) days after receipt of this Softwa re; provided, however , that You may retain one (1) copy of the prior rel ease for backup, archival and support purposes. As used herein,
"EXB Config Software" means the all the s oftware files furnished with the EXB Config s oftware including the installation (Setup) program and all the associated software files installed onto the target PC the installation (Setup) program.
"Licensed Software" means EXB Config Sof tware.
"Configurati on PC" means a PC running rightfully licensed EXB Config Software provided by CTI and any upda tes thereof and replacements thereto.
"EXB-IP" and "EXB-IP 8000" modules are hardware devices furnished by CTI for use in monitoring and c ontrol networks.
"You(r)" means the company, entity or individual who has otherw ise rightfully acquired the Licensed Soft w are.
LICENSE
The EXB Config Software is configuration software lice nsed for use with EXB-IP and EXB-IP 8000 devices furnished by CTI.
Upon payment for the EXB-IP and/or EXB-IP 8000 modules, You may:
(a) install the EX B Config Software on Your Configuration PCs,
(b) make up to three (3) copies of the Licens ed Software solely for backup purposes, provided that You reproduce, unaltered, all proprietary noti ces on or in the copies,
(c) run the EXB Config Software on one Configur ation PC at a time,
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You may not and shal l not permit others to:
(a) copy the Licensed Software (excep t as expressly permitted above),
(b) use the EXB Conf ig Software to configure EXB-IP, EXB-IP 8000 modules or ot her devices that Y ou do not have a legal right to access or control,
(c) use the EXB Config Software with devices other than EXB-IP and EXB-IP 8000 devices manufactured by CTI,
(d) modify or translate any Licensed Soft w are,
(e) modify, tra nslate, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble or otherwise attempt (i) to defeat, avoid, bypass, remove, deactivate, or otherwise circumvent any hardware or software protection mec hanisms in the Licensed Software, inc luding without limitat ion any such mechanism used to restrict or control t he functionality of t he L icensed Software, or (ii) to derive the source code or the underlying ideas, algorithms, s tructure or organization from the Licensed Software, or
(f) distribute, rent, transfer or grant any rights in the Licensed Software (except as expressly permit ted above) in any form to a ny person without the pri or written consent of CTI.
This license is not a sale. Title and copyrights to the Licensed Software and any copies ma de by you remain with CTI and i ts suppliers.
TERMINATION
This license wil l continue until terminated. Unauthorized copying of the Licensed Software or failure to comply with the above restrictions w ill result in automat ic termination of this Agreement and will make available to CTI other lega l remedies. If this is a Temporary Licens e, this license will terminate on the date specified on the original order, the distribution media, or the Software Key. This license wil l also automatically terminate if You go into l iquidation, suffer or make any winding up petition, make an arrangement with Your creditors, or suffer or file any similar action in any jurisdiction in cons equence of debt. Upon t ermination of this lic ense for any reason, You will destroy all copies of the Licensed Software. Any use of the Licensed Software after termi nation is unlawful.
LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER
CTI warrants that, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of transmission to You, the Licensed Software under normal use will perform substantially in accordance with the Licensed Software specifications.
CTI's entire li ability and Your exclusive remedy under this warranty will be, at CTI's option, to use reasonable commercial efforts to attempt to correct or work around errors. EXCEPT FOR THE ABOVE EXPR ESS LIMITED WARRANTIE S, CTI MAKES AND YOU RECEIVE NO WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR IN ANY COMMUNICATION WITH YOU, AND CTI AND ITS SUPPLIERS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NONINFRINGEMENT AND THEIR EQUIVALENTS. CTI does not warrant that the operation of the Licensed Software will be uninterrupt ed or error free or that t he Licensed Software will meet Your specific requirements.
SOME STATES OR OTHER JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
IN NO EVENT WILL CTI OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF OR CORRUPTION TO DATA, LOST PROF ITS OR LOSS OF CONTRACTS, COST OF PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS OR OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE SUPPLY OR USE OF THE LICENSED SOFTWARE, HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY (INCLUD ING NEGLIGENCE). THIS LIMITATION WILL APPLY EVEN IF CTI OR AN AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT THAT LIABILITY MAY NOT BY LAW BE LIMITED OR EXCLUDED, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ESSENT IAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY. IN NO EVENT SHALL CTI'S LIABILITY EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100). YOU AGREE THAT THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS REFLECT A REASONABLE ALLOCATION OF RISK.
SOME STATES OR OTHER JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE AB OVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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COMPLIANCE WITH EXPORT CONTROL LAWS
You agree to compl y with all applicable export and re-export control laws a nd regulations, incl uding the Export Administ ration Regulations ("EAR") maintained by the Uni ted States Department of Commerce. Spec ifically, You covenant that You shall not--directly or indirectl y--sell, export, re-export, transfer, divert, or otherwise dispose of any software, source code, or technolo gy (including products derived from or based on such technology) received from CTI under this Agreement to any country (or national thereof) subject to anti-terrorism controls or U.S. embar go, or to any other person, entity, or destinat ion prohibited by the la w s or regulations of the United States, w ithout obtaining prior authorization from the competent government authorities a s required by those laws and regulations. You agree to indemnify, to the f ullest extent permitted by law, CTI from and against any fines or penalties that may ari se as a result of Your breach of this provision. This export control clause shall survive termination or canc ellation of this Agreement.
LANGUAGE
The parties hereto confirm that it is their wish that this Agreement, as well as other documents relati ng hereto, have been and shall be written in the Engl ish language only.
Les parties aux présentes confirment leur volonté que cette convention de même que t ous les documents y compris tout avis qui s'y rattache, soi ent rédigés en langue anglaise.
GENERAL
This Agreement s hall not be governed by the 1980 U.N. Convention o n C ontracts for the International Sale of Goods; rather, this Agreement shal l be governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, incl uding its Uniform Commercial Code, without reference to conflicts of laws principles. This Agreement is the entire agreement between us with respect to the Licensed Software. This Agreement supersedes any other communications or adverti sing with respect to the Licensed Software. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceab le, such provision shal l be revised to the extent n ecessary to cure the invalidity or unenforceability, and the re ma inder of the Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. If You are acquiring the Licensed Software on beha lf of any part of the U.S. Government, the following provisions apply. The Licensed Software and documentation thereto are deemed to be "commercial computer software" and "commercia l computer softwar e documentation", respectively, pursuant to DFAR Section 227.7202 and DFAR Section 212.212, as applicable. Any use, modification, reproduction, release, performing, displaying, or disclosing of the software or documentation by the U.S. Government sha ll be governed solely by the terms of this Agreement and shall be prohibited except to the extent expressly permitted by the ter ms of this Agreement. An y technical data provided that is not covered by the a bove provisions is deemed to be "technical data-commercial items" pursuant to DFAR Section 227.701 5(a). Any use, modification, reproduction, release, performance, display or disclosure of such technical dat a shall be governed by the terms of DFAR Section 227.7015(b).
CTI, CTI Products, MCN, EXB-IP and EXB-IP 8000 are trademarks of CTI Products, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
CTI Products, Inc. 1211 West Sharon Road Cincinnati, OH 45240 (513) 595-5900
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Index
A
Addressing Modes ................................................... 15
ARP - Address Resolution Protocol ........................ 52
AUI Connector ........................................................ 12
B
Broadcast ................................................................. 53
C
Central Site .............................................................. 19
Channel Name ......................................................... 18
Configured router ................................................ 8, 38
Connector ................................................................ 43
Control Processor .................................................... 38
D
Dotted Decimal ........................................................ 51
Download ................................................................ 27
E
ERR LED........................................................... 11, 38
Ethernet connector ............................................... 8, 33
Ethernet Connector ............................................ 12, 33
EtherPlug ................................................................. 17
F
Factory Default Parameters ..................................... 38
Fiber Connector ....................................................... 12
Front Panel............................................................... 10
G
Gateway Address ......................................... 19, 51, 52
Global IP Parameters ............................................... 21
Global IP Subnet Mask ............................................ 18
H
Hardware Address ......................... See MAC Address
Host IP Address ................................................. 19, 52
HostID ..................................................................... 51
I
Internal ro uter ................................................ 8, 11, 38
Internet Protocol ...................................................... 51
IP Address ............................................................... 52
IP Settings Worksheet ............................................. 16
IP Sync .................................................................... 20
L
LEDs ........................................................................ 10
Logical Address .................................. See IP Address
M
MAC Address .......................................................... 52
MAC Refresh ........................................................... 20
Media Access Control ................... See MAC Address
Member Name ......................................................... 19
Mounting Ki t ........................................................... 32
Multicast ...................................................... 15, 51, 52
N
NetID ....................................................................... 51
NETWORK connector .................................. 8, 32, 38
O
Octets ....................................................................... 51
P
Ping .......................................................................... 34
Point-to-Multipoint ............................................ 15, 52
Power Connection.................................................... 33
Programmi ng Cab l e ................................................. 44
R
Rear Panel ................................................................ 12
Repeater ............................................................... 8, 38
RJ45 ............................................................. 32, 33, 43
S
Serial Cable ............................................................. 44
SETRTR2.EXE ....................................................... 38
Specifications .......................................................... 50
Subnet Mask ...................................................... 19, 51
Switch Settings ........................................................ 12
T
Target Members ....................................................... 19
U
Unicast/Replicated ............................................. 15, 52
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