DPS Telecom D-PC-820-10A-04 User Manual

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General LCD Display (GLD)

USER MANUAL

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June 2, 2010

D-OC-UM106.02100

Version 1.0F

Revision History

June 2, 2010

March 28, 2008

Updated pinouts for RS485/422 and RS232 GLD versions.

Converted to H&M4 and added G4 and G5 connection sections

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Contents

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Overview1 1

Summary of Features1.1 1
Description1.2 1

Shipping List1.2.1 2

Hardware2 3

Specifications2.1 3
GLD Connections2.2 4

Setting the Internal Address (v1.0D or older)2.2.1 4
Setting the Internal Address & Baud Rate (v1.0E or newer)2.2.2 5

2.2.2.1
LED Indications2.2.3 5
Audible Notification2.2.4 5
LCD Operation2.2.5 5

Host Connections2.3 6

Multiple GLDs2.3.1 6

Setting Baud Rate

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KDA Connection2.3.2 7

2.3.2.1
NetGuardian Connection2.3.3 9

2.3.3.1

2.3.3.2

2.3.3.3
IAM Connection2.3.4 13
T/MonXM Connection2.3.5 14

2.3.5.1

KDA Software Configuration

NetGuardian G2 Web Browser configuration
NetGuardian G4 Web Browser Configuration
NetGuardian G5 Web Browser configuration

T/MonXM Software Configuration

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Overview1

Summary of Features1.1

• View system status remotely

• Multiple display capabilities

• Speaker for audible notification

• Detailed alarm indication messages

Description1.2

The General LCD Display (GLD) allows the user to monitor an existing network from different locations by
providing
remote visibility of the system’s status. This convenient method of monitoring gives the user the ability to
monitor the network without being physically present at the system site. With detailed alarm indication messages,
the GLD gives peace of mind to network managers who aren’t able to constantly observe the system’s status from
the network’s location.

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The GLD can easily “daisy-chain” from unit to unit. This means that up to 3 GLDs can be connected to a single
host, with a maximum range of 1,500 feet between the host and the last GLD unit (the 1,500 foot maximum
applies
to a single GLD as well). The GLD is also easy to install, with connectors for all ports and mounting screws for
easy
attachment to any flat vertical surface.

Along with the convenience of remote visual monitoring, the unit is equipped with a speaker for audible
notification.
The unit will sound when certain conditions occur, keeping the network manager informed of the system’s status
even when the unit is not being watched. Additionally, the Link LED on the face of the GLD indicates
communication
with the host. A red flash indicates receive activity while a green flash shows transmit activity.

With detailed alarm messaging, multiple display capabilities and easy installation, the GLD is a simple solution
to a network manager’s remote monitoring needs.

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1.2.1 Shipping List

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Dimensions:

5 1/8”H x 5”W x 1 1/2”D

Power Input:

-48VDC

Current draw:

100mA

Fuse:

Internal

Interface:

RS485

Operating
Temperature
Range:

0 to +60 degrees Celsius (+32 to +140 degrees Fahrenheit)

Operating
Humidity Range:

0% to 95% non-condensing
Mounting:

Keyhole pattern on back for attachment to mounting screws (included)

Hardware2

Specifications2.1

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WARNING

Fig. 2.2 - GLD barrier terminals

GLD Connections2.2

1) Mount the GLD in the desired location using the mounting template and the mounting screws provided. Position
the case onto the screws then slide it down to lock into place.

2) Remove the screw-lug barrier plugs from the bottom of the GLD. (See figure 2.2)

3) Connect communication wires from the host to the ‘IN’ terminals of the 4 position barrier plug. (See figure 2.2)
If daisy chaining, connect communication wires from the ‘OUT’ terminal to the ‘IN’ terminal of the next GLD.
The ‘+’ and ‘-’ ports are universal and therefore either side may be used as an “IN” port or an “OUT” port. (See
figure 2.2.1) (Requires small standard screwdriver to work with small connectors)

4) Connect a -48VDC power lead and a GND lead to the corresponding terminals of the 2-position barrier plug.

5) All barrier screws should be seated firmly but not over-tightened so as to nick the bare wire.

6) Push the plugs firmly back into their appropriate location on the bottom of the case.

7) Once the hardware connections are complete, power the unit(s) by applying -48VDC to the power lead.

Always observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions

2.2.1 Setting the Internal Address (v1.0D or older)

Each unit must have a separate internal address. The address is stored internally and only needs to be set once
prior to use.

To set the internal address:

1). Enter Set Address mode by simultaneously holding down the + and – buttons.

2). Use the up or down arrows to choose the desired address from the Set Address menu.*
e.g.: GLD Addr: 2
+/- to change

3). Press SEL to accept the displayed address. An asterisk (*) will appear next to the address you have accepted.
e.g.: GLD Addr: 2*
MOD to exit

4). Press MOD to exit Set Address mode.

2.2.2 Setting the Internal Address & Baud Rate (v1.0E or newer)

Each unit must have a separate internal address. The address is stored internally and only needs to be set once
prior to use.

To set the internal address:

1). Enter Set Address mode by simultaneously holding down the + and – buttons.

2.) To set address press select.

3). Use the +/- buttons to choose address.

3). Press SEL to accept the displayed address. An asterisk (*) will appear next to the address you have accepted.
e.g.: GLD Addr: 2*

4). Press MOD to exit Set Address mode.

2.2.2.1 Setting Baud Rate

To set the baud rate:

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1). Enter Set baud rate mode by simultaneously holding down the + and – buttons.

2.) Press +, you will see "GLD baud".

3). Press SEL, then use the +/- buttons to adjust baud rate.

3). Press SEL to set.

4). Press MOD to exit.

2.2.3 LED Indications

The Link LED indicates communication with the host. A red flash shows receive activity, while a green flash shows
transmit activity.

A slow red blink represents a communication link idle for more than 2 minutes, which is considered a
communication failure. The LCD will show “Link Down.”

2.2.4 Audible Notification

The host may activate the GLD speaker as certain conditions occur. Press the MOD/ACO button to locally
terminate the sound.

2.2.5 LCD Operation

Refer to the host’s manual for specific operation details.
* If using only 1 GLD unit, the address must be set to 1.

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Host Connections2.3

The GLD can be connected to the KDA (page 7), the NetGuardian (page 9), the NetGuardian G4 (page 11), the
NetGuardian G5 (page 12), the IAM (page 14) or T/MonXM (page 15).

Note: There are host version requirements to connect the GLD. See the individual host sections in this manual for
specific minimum version requirements.

2.3.1 Multiple GLDs

Up to twelve GLDs can be installed at one site. The units can be connected to a host in a daisy chain
configuration as shown in the figure below or in a star configuration. Whether connecting 1, 2, or 12
GLD units to the host, the maximum connection length is 1,500 feet. The ‘+’ and ‘-’ from the host
channel are connected to the ‘IN’ side of the communication plug on the bottom of the GLD. The ‘OUT’
side of the communication plug is for daisy chaining to other GLDs.*

* The ‘+’ and ‘-’ ports are universal and therefore either side may be used as an “IN” port or an “OUT” port.

2.3.2 KDA Connection

Fig. 2.3.2a - Communication lines between the KDA and GLD

Fig. 2.3.2b - KDA J11 pinout to GLD

1). Connect communication wires from the J11 DB9 female connector on the back panel of the KDA. (See figure

2.3.2a)

2). From the J11 data port on the KDA, connect the communication wires to the 4 position barrier plug of the GLD.
Pin 1 is connected to the negative terminal of the GLD and pin 2 is connected to the positive terminal of the GLD.
(See figure 2.3.2b and table A)

Note: KDA Time Stamp version 1.7D and above is required to connect the GLD.

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Table A - J11 pinout information to GLD

J11 Pin # GLD Comm terminal Wire Color

1 Negative (-) Blue/White

2 Positive (+) White/Blue

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Fig. 2.3.2.1a - "Hardware Setup" can be accessed from the main screen

Fig. 2.3.2.1b - The "Edit Hardware Setup" menu pops up when the "Hardware Setup" button is

selected

2.3.2.1 KDA Software Configuration

1). From the main menu screen, select “Hardware Setup”. (See figure 2.3.2.1a)

2). From the “Edit Hardware Setup” pop-up window, enter the number of GLD units you are connecting (1-3) in the
“auxiliary displays” section and press “OK”. (See figure 2.3.2.1b)

Note: The Firmware type must be set to “Timestamp” and Docking module 1 must be set to “RS485”. (See figure

2.3.2.1b)

Enter the number of GLDs being connected

2.3.3 NetGuardian Connection

Communication lines between the NetGuardian G2 and GLD

Communication lines between the NetGuardian G4 and GLD

Communication lines between the NetGuardian G5 and GLD

Note: NetGuardian version 1.5C and above is required to connect the GLD. The NetGuardian must have an

RS485 or RS232 port for GLD support.

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Fig. 2.3.3.1 - Web Browser configuration for connection to GLD

2.3.3.1 NetGuardian G2 Web Browser configuration

1). From the main screen, select “Edit” and then “Ports.”

2). Scroll down to the Options portion of the Ports screen.

3). Enter the number of GLDs you are connecting to the NetGuardian.

4). Hit the “Submit Data” button.

Note: If connecting more than 3 GLDs, set the NetGuardian baud rate to 9600 (see the NetGuardian user
manual).

2.3.3.2 NetGuardian G4 Web Browser Configuration

Fig. 2.3.4.1 - Web Browser configuration for connection to GLD

1). From the main screen, select “Edit” and then “Ports.”

2). Scroll down to the Options portion of the Ports screen.

3). Enter the number of GLDs you are connecting to the NetGuardian G4.

4). Hit the “Submit Data” button.

Note: If connecting more than 3 GLDs, set the NetGuardian G4 baud rate to 9600 (see the NetGuardian G4
user manual).

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Fig. 2.3.5.1 - Web Browser configuration for connection to GLD

2.3.3.3 NetGuardian G5 Web Browser configuration

1). From the main screen, select “Edit” and then “Ports.”

2). Scroll down to the Options portion of the Ports screen.

3). Enter the number of GLDs you are connecting to the NetGuardian G5.

4). Hit the “Submit Data” button.

Note: If connecting more than 3 GLDs, set the NetGuardian G5 baud rate to 9600 (see the NetGuardian G5
user manual).

2.3.4 IAM Connection

Fig. 2.3.6a - Communication lines between the IAM and GLD

Fig. 2.3.6b - IAM DB9 pins to GLD

1). Connect communication wires from a DB9 modular port on the back panel of the IAM. (See figure 2.3.6a)

2). From the DB9 port, connect the communication wires to the 4 position barrier plug of the GLD.
Pinout 1 = Rx-, Pinout 2 = Tx+, Pinout 3 = Tx-, and Pinout 7 = Rx+. (See figure 2.3.6b and table C)

3). Tie communication wires 2 and 7 together for connection to the positive terminal of the GLD and tie
communication
wires 1 and 3 together for connection to the negative terminal of the GLD.

4). For software configuration for the IAM, see the section in this manual regarding T/MonXM software
configuration
(pages 15 - 17).

Note: IAM version 3.5D1 and above is required to connect the GLD.

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DB9 Pinout GLD Comm terminal Wire Color

1 Negative (-) White/Blue

2 Positive (+) Blue/White

3 Negative (-) White/Blue

7 Positive (+) Blue/White

Table C - DB9 pinout information to GLD

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Fig. 2.3.7a - Communication lines between the T/MonXM and GLD

Fig. 2.3.7b - RJ12 pins to GLD

2.3.5 T/MonXM Connection

1). Connect communication wires from an RJ12 connection on the back panel of the T/MonXM. (See
figure 2.3.7a)

2). From the RJ12 connection, connect the communication wires to the 4 position barrier plug of the
GLD.
Wire 1 = O/W Tx+, Wire 2 = W/O Tx-, Wire 5 = W/B Rx-, and Wire 6 = B/W Rx+. (See figure 2.3.7b
and table D)

3). Tie communication wires 1 and 6 together for connection to the positive terminal of the GLD and tie
communication
wires 2 and 5 together for connection to the negative terminal of the GLD.

Note: T/MonXM version 3.5E and above is required for GLD support. T/MonXM must have the card
with the RS485 port to connect the GLD.

Table D - RJ12 pinout information

RJ12 Pinout GLD Comm terminal

1 Positive (+)
2 Negative (-)
5 Negative (-)

6 Positive (+)

2.3.5.1 T/MonXM Software Configuration

Fig. 2.3.7.1a - The parameters menu is available from the main menu

Fig. 2.3.7.1b - Enter the default settings in the Remove Ports screen except for the fields

highlighted above

1). From the main menu of T/MonXM, select the Parameters menu.

2). Select Remote Ports menu. (See figure 2.3.7.1a)

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3). Select the data port you are plugging the GLD into by pressing F)ind and entering the number. (See figure

2.3.7.1b)

4). Select the E)dit Option. (See figure 2.3.7.1b)

5). Setup port usage for DCP(F) Interrogator (2400 BAUD). (See figure 2.3.7.1b)

6). Select Enter (Enter sets the automatic defaults) until you reach the DCPF Mode setting and type “X”. (See
figure 2.3.7.1b)

7). Resume selecting Enter (default) until you reach the RTS Time settings. (See figure 2.3.7.1b)

8). Set the RTS Lead to 30 and the RTS Tail to 10 and press enter again. (See figure 2.3.7.1b))

Physical communication line location (port number)

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Fig. 2.3.7.1c - Enter the default settings in the Remote Device screen except for the fields

highlighted above

9). Select F1 for Devices. (See figure 2.3.7.1b)

10).Select the address for the GLD (must be either 1, 2 or 3). (See figure 2.3.7.1c)

11).At Device type, select GLD. (See figure 2.3.7.1c)

Model Numbers

General LCD Display (GLD): D-PC-820-10A-04
DB9 cable (NetGuardian): D-PR-1029-10A-50
DB9 cable (KDA): D-PR-1030-10A-50
DB9 cable (IAM): D-PR-1031-10A-50
RJ45 cable (NetGuardianG4/G5) D-PR-NGCBL-12003 (50')

D-PR-NGCBL-12004 (75')
D-PR-NGCBL-12005 (200')

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