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Table of Contents
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Chapter 1: Introduction
................................................................................................................................... 5Compatible ENCOM Radios
Chapter 2: Installation
................................................................................................................................... 6System Requirements
................................................................................................................................... 7Downloading the PULSE Link Software
................................................................................................................................... 8Installing the PULSE Link Software
Chapter 3: Using ENCOM PULSE Link
................................................................................................................................... 15Running ENCOM PULSE Link
................................................................................................................................... 15Connecting to a Radio
.......................................................................................................................................................... 16Connecting to a PULSE Radio
.......................................................................................................................................................... 18Connecting to an iPULSE Radio
.......................................................................................................................................................... 21Connecting to a 5000 Series Radio
......................................................................................................................................................... 24Setting the 5000 Series Radio Product Code
................................................................................................................................... 28User Interface
.......................................................................................................................................................... 29Menu Bar
......................................................................................................................................................... 30File Menu Functions
......................................................................................................................................... 30Exit
......................................................................................................................................................... 31Radio Menu Functions
......................................................................................................................................... 31Upgrade
................................................................................................................................... 32Upgrading a PULSE Radio
................................................................................................................................... 36Upgrading an iPULSE Radio
................................................................................................................................... 40Upgrading a 5000 Series Radio
......................................................................................................................................... 45Recover
................................................................................................................................... 46Recovering a PULSE Radio
................................................................................................................................... 56Recovering a 5000 Series Radio
......................................................................................................................................... 64Restore to Factory Defaults
......................................................................................................................................................... 65Tools Menu Functions
......................................................................................................................................... 65Demo Mode
......................................................................................................................................................... 68Help Menu Functions
......................................................................................................................................... 68Topics
......................................................................................................................................... 68About
.......................................................................................................................................................... 69Status Bar
......................................................................................................................................................... 71Search for iPULSE Radios Button
......................................................................................................................................................... 72Detect USB Devices Button
......................................................................................................................................................... 73Connect to serial device button
......................................................................................................................................................... 74USB Serial Port Settings Button
......................................................................................................................................................... 75Status Information Panel
.......................................................................................................................................................... 78Options List
.......................................................................................................................................................... 79Settings Panel
......................................................................................................................................................... 80Identification Tab
......................................................................................................................................................... 83Wireless Tab
......................................................................................................................................................... 87Netw ork Tab
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......................................................................................................................................... 91P-MP Master Mode
......................................................................................................................................... 93P-MP Remote Mode
......................................................................................................................................... 95TCP Server Mode
......................................................................................................................................... 97TCP Client Mode
......................................................................................................................................... 99TCP Client & Server Mode
......................................................................................................................................... 101VCOM UDP Mode
......................................................................................................................................................... 102Serial Port Tab
......................................................................................................................................... 103FSK Radio Serial Port Settings
......................................................................................................................................... 106RS-232 Radio Serial Port Settings
......................................................................................................................................... 110iPULSE Radio Serial Port Settings
......................................................................................................................................................... 113Advanced Tab
......................................................................................................................................................... 117Export Button
......................................................................................................................................................... 118Import Button
......................................................................................................................................................... 120Save Button
......................................................................................................................................................... 120Reset Button
.......................................................................................................................................................... 121Signal Strength Panel
......................................................................................................................................................... 122Signal Strength Toolbar
......................................................................................................................................................... 123Signal Strength Meter
......................................................................................................................................................... 124Using the Signal Strength Panel
.......................................................................................................................................................... 126Poll Test Panel
......................................................................................................................................................... 127Poll Test Toolbar
......................................................................................................................................................... 128Poll Test Report
.......................................................................................................................................................... 131Spectrum Scan Panel
......................................................................................................................................................... 132Spectrum Scan Toolbar
......................................................................................................................................................... 133Spectrum Scan Graph
.......................................................................................................................................................... 135iPULSE Radios Form
......................................................................................................................................................... 137Changing the IP Address of an iPULSE Radio
......................................................................................................................................................... 139Resettting an iPULSE Radio
......................................................................................................................................................... 141Refreshing the iPULSE Radio List
......................................................................................................................................................... 142View ing or Changing the Settings of an iPULSE Radio
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Chapter 4: PULSE Radio Network Example
................................................................................................................................... 147PULSE Master (0) Configuration
................................................................................................................................... 148PULSE Remote (1) Configuration
................................................................................................................................... 149PULSE Remote (2) Configuration
................................................................................................................................... 150PULSE Repeater (3) Configuration
................................................................................................................................... 151PULSE Repeater (4) Configuration
................................................................................................................................... 152PULSE Remote (5) Configuration
................................................................................................................................... 153PULSE Repeater (6) Configuration
................................................................................................................................... 154PULSE Remote (7) Configuration
................................................................................................................................... 155PULSE Remote (8) Configuration
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ENCOM 900 MHz Serial Radios
Radio Model
Description
iPULSE R
900 MHz rack mount serial radio with Ethernet interface
iPULSE S
900 MHz shelf mount serial radio with Ethernet interface
PULSE 2070
900MHz 2070 style radio
PULSE C
900MHz shelf mount FSK radio
PULSE CR
900MHz rack mount FSK radio
PULSE S
900MHz shelf mount serial radio
PULSE SR
900MHz rack mount serial radio
5000 series adapter card
PULSE adapter card for 5000 series radios (5100R, 5100S, 5170, 5171, 5200R, 5200S, 5270)
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Chapter 1: Introduction

This guide describes the operation of the ENCOM PULSE Link radio configuration utility. ENCOM PULSE Link is a Microsoft Windows based application that is used to set up networks of ENCOM 900 MHz serial and FSK radios.
With ENCOM PULSE Link, you can:
Configure your ENCOM 900 MHz radios using a friendly user interface
Optimize the performance of your 900 MHz wireless network
Diagnose network and communication issues
This guide contains instructions, suggestions and information that will help you set up your radios and achieve optimal performance of your equipment.

Compatible ENCOM Radios

The following ENCOM radios are compatible with the ENCOM PULSE Link software:
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Chapter 2: Installation

System Requirements

ENCOM PULSE Link was created to run on a wide variety of computers, from netbooks that can be used by field personnel to high-powered, multi-monitor workstations used in the network operations center.
In order to run ENCOM PULSE Link, your computer must meet the following minimum requirements:
Windows XP SP3, Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8 operating system Microsoft .NET Framework 4 2 GB RAM 1 GB free hard drive space Video card with a minimum 1024 x 720 resolution
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Phone:
1-800-617-3487 (ext. 223) 1-972-885-5170
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Downloading the PULSE Link Software

ENCOM PULSE Link is available for download from the ENCOM Wireless website. To download ENCOM PULSE Link:
1. Using a web browser, go to the ENCOM Software Download Registration page on the ENCOM web site at:
http://www.encomwireless.com/downloads/software
2. Enter the requested information, and make sure that you select Pulse Link in the Software Required field. Then click on the Send button.
3. A confirmation email will be sent to the email address you entered in the registration page.
4. Follow the instructions in the email you received to download the ENCOM PULSE Link setup program to your computer.
If you have trouble downloading or installing PULSE Link, please contact ENCOM technical support, using any of the following options:
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Installing the PULSE Link Software

Although ENCOM PULSE Link will run under a standard user account, you will need administrator privileges to install the application. Please contact your IT department if you are unable to install PULSE Link due to account restrictions.
After downloading ENCOM PULSE Link:
1. Double click the EncomPulseLinkSetupVx.x.x.msi file to start the installation process (where x.x.x is the PULSE Link version number).
2. The ENCOM PULSE Link Setup Wizard will appear and will guide you through the installation of the application to your computer
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Click Next to proceed.
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3. Select the folder on your computer where you would like ENCOM PULSE Link to be installed.
You can also instruct the setup wizard to install PULSE Link for all users or the currently logged in user. Note that in both cases, you need to have administrator privileges in order to successfully install the application.
Click Next to proceed.
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4. Select the desired options. Note that a shortcut will always be created under Programs -> Encom -> PULSE Link in the Windows Start menu. The Desktop and Quick Launch
shortcuts simply provide alternate means to access the application.
If this is the first time that you install ENCOM PULSE Link, ensure that the Install Encom Serial USB Driver option is checked. The setup program will pre-install the appropriate driver files on your computer, and the driver will be automatically installed when you connect to a 900 MHz serial radio with the USB cable. Leaving this option checked won't affect a driver that has already been installed.
Click Next to proceed.
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5. The final confirmation page is shown.
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Click Next to proceed.
6. ENCOM PULSE Link will be installed on your computer.
Enter the appropriate administrator account credentials if you are prompted to do so.
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7. If you checked the Install Encom Serial USB Driver option, the driver installation wizard will be displayed.
Click Next to proceed.
8. The driver license page is shown:
Select the I accept this EULA option, and click Next to proceed.
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9. The ENCOM Serial USB drivers will be installed on your computer.
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During the installation process, you may be prompted for permission to install the drivers. Answer Yes or OK to all prompts.
10.When the driver installation is completed, click Finish to exit the driver installation wizard.
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11.Finally click Close to exit the PULSE Link installation wizard.
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12.ENCOM PULSE Link is now installed on your computer.
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Chapter 3: Using ENCOM PULSE Link

Running ENCOM PULSE Link

You can run ENCOM PULSE Link using any of the following methods
Select Programs -> Encom -> PULSE Link -> Encom PULSE Link from the Windows Start menu
If you requested that a PULSE Link shortcut be installed on your desktop, you can start PULSE Link by double-clicking the desktop icon:
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If you requested that a PULSE Link shortcut be installed in the QuickLaunch panel, you can start PULSE Link by clicking on the QuickLaunch icon:

Connecting to a Radio

ENCOM PULSE Link supports two families of 900 MHz serial radios:
ENCOM PULSE radios (configured via USB interface)
ENCOM iPULSE radios (configured via Ehthernet interface)
ENCOM 5000 series adapter boards (configured via Serial interface)
To connect to a radio, follow the procedures found in the following topics:
Connecting to a PULSE Radio
Connecting to an iPULSE Radio
Connecting to a 5000 Series Radio
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Connecting to a PULSE Radio

To connect to an ENCOM PULSE radio, follow the procedure listed below:
1. Run the ENCOM PULSE Link application on your computer.
2. The Status Bar at the top right-hand corner of the application's window will prompt you to connect to a radio.
3. Power the PULSE radio with the provided wall mount power adapter, and then connect the radio to your computer with the included USB cable.
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4. ENCOM PULSE Link will detect the radio and attempt to communicate with it.
5. When PULSE Link is able to communicate with the radio, it will automatically retrieve its configuration settings.
Note that when the status bar is red, you should not disconnect the USB cable from the radio, nor should you remove power from the radio. Doing so could prevent the radio from being able to communicate properly over the serial port (or the FSK port for FSK radios). If this happens, you may have to use PULSE Link again to restore the radio's configuration.
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6. After the radio's configuration settings have been retrieved, the radio is shown as being on­line.
7. The radio configuration panel is displayed. At this point you can use ENCOM PULSE Link to manage your radio.
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Connecting to an iPULSE Radio

To connect to an ENCOM iPULSE radio, follow the procedure listed below:
1. Run the ENCOM PULSE Link application on your computer.
2. The Status Bar at the top right-hand corner of the application's window will prompt you to connect to a radio.
3. Power the iPULSE radio with the provided wall mount power adapter, and then connect the radio to your computer using an Ethernet cable.
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4. Click the Search for iPULSE radios button at the left of the status bar.
5. The iPULSE Radios form is displayed.
While this form is visible, PULSE Link is actively searching for iPULSE radios. It will detect
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and list all iPULSE radios that are connected to your local network. It will NOT detect an iPULSE radio if there is a router between the radio and the computer running the PULSE Link application.
6. If you have just received your iPULSE radio from ENCOM, its default IP address may not be compatible with your local network. In this case, a indicator is shown at the left of radio's
MAC Address, and the Status column indicates that you must change the radio's IP address.
In order to connect to a radio that is unreachable, you will have to change it's IP address to a compatible value. Refer to the Changing the IP Address of an iPULSE Radio topic for more information.
7. To connect to a radio, select the radio item in the radio list, and then click the Select button. Alternatively, you can double-click the left mouse button on the radio item in the radio list.
8. The status indicator will briefly display a message while the radio's configuration settings are retrieved.
Note that when the status bar is red, you should not disconnect the Ethernet cable from the radio, nor should you remove power from the radio.
9. After the radio's configuration settings have been retrieved, the radio is shown as being on­line.
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10.The radio configuration panel is displayed. At this point you can use ENCOM PULSE Link to manage your radio.
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Connecting to a 5000 Series Radio

To connect to a 5000 series radio in which a 5000 series adapter card has been installed:
1. Run the ENCOM PULSE Link application on your computer.
2. The Status Bar at the top right-hand corner of the application's window will prompt you to connect to a radio.
3. Power the 5000 series radio with the provided wall mount power adapter, and then connect the radio to your computer using a serial or serial-to-USB adapter cable.
4. Click the Connect to serial device button at the left of the status bar.
5. The Connect to device serial port form is displayed.
6. Select the serial communications port to which the radio is connected, and then click the Connect button.
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7. ENCOM PULSE Link will detect the radio and attempt to communicate with it.
8. When PULSE Link is able to communicate with the radio, it will automatically retrieve its configuration settings.
Note that when the status bar is red, you should not disconnect the serial cable from the radio, nor should you remove power from the radio. Doing so could prevent the radio from being able to communicate properly over the serial port (or the FSK port for FSK radios). If this happens, you may have to use PULSE Link again to restore the radio's configuration.
9. If a product code has not yet been assigned to the 5000 series adapter card, you will be prompted to do so:
Refer to the Setting the 5000 Series Radio Product Code topic for instructions on setting the product code.
10.After the radio's configuration settings have been retrieved, the radio is shown as being on­line.
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11.The radio configuration panel is displayed. At this point you can use ENCOM PULSE Link to manage your radio.
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Setting the 5000 Series Radio Product Code
When you connect to a 5000 series radio in which a 5000 series adapter card has been installed, you will be prompted to assign a product type to the adapter card. To following steps describe the process of assigned the product type:
1. Run the ENCOM PULSE Link application on your computer.
2. Connect to the 5000 series radio using a serial or serial-to-USB cable.
3. After the radio is discovered, you will be prompted to assign a product type:
4. Click the Yes button to proceed.
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5. The Set product type wizard will be displayed:
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6. Select the model associated with your 5000 series radio. The model name is normally found on the front of the radio. Make sure that you choose the correct model, otherwise the radio may not operate properly.
7. Press Next to continue.
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The wizard will display a progress bar while the radio is configured.
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8. After the radio is configured, the wizard will display the following report:
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9. Click Finish to return to the main window.
10.PULSE Link will retrieve the radio's new configuration, and show the radio as being on-line.
11.The radio configuration panel is displayed. At this point you can use ENCOM PULSE Link to manage your radio.
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User Interface

The following screen shot shows the main window of a typical ENCOM PULSE Link session:
The main features of the PULSE Link user interface include:
A Menu Bar at the top of the window that allows you to access the application's less-frequently used features.
A Status Bar that displays the current state of the application. An Options List that allows you to choose the task you want to carry out. A Workspace that contains the user interface associated with the currently selected option.
Depending on the type of radio connected to PULSE Link, one of more of the following options are available:
Settings Signal Strength Poll Test Spectrum Scan
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Menu Bar

The main menu bar provides access to the less-frequently used ENCOM PULSE Link functions. The following options are available:
File Menu
Exit
Radio Menu
Upgrade
Recover
Restore to Factory Defaults
Tools Menu
Demo Mode
Help Menu
Topics
About
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File Menu Functions
Exit
Select Exit from the File menu to shut down ENCOM PULSE Link.
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Radio Menu Functions
Upgrade
Select Upgrade from the Radio menu to upgrade (or downgrade) the radio's firmware.
The upgrade processes for PULSE and iPULSE radios are significantly different. Refer to the appropriate topic for the type of radio you are upgrading:
Upgrading a PULSE Radio
Upgrading an iPULSE Radio
Upgrading a 5000 Series Radio
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Upgrading a PULSE Radio
To upgrade a PULSE radio's firmware:
1. Make sure that the radio is powered, and then connect it to your computer via the USB cable.
2. Wait until PULSE Link has retrieved the radio's configuration settings.
3. Select Upgrade from the Radio menu. The Firmware upgrade wizard form is displayed:
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4. Check the I have read and understand the preceding warning option, and then click Next to continue.
The wizard will display a list of all firmware available for upgrading or downgrading.
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5. Select the firmware version you want to upgrade or downgrade to. Unless instructed to do so, you should always upgrade to the latest firmware version. Click Next to continue:
The wizard will display a progress bar while the radio is upgraded.
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6. When the upgrade process is complete, the wizard will display the following report:
7. Your radio is now upgraded and ready to use. Click Finish to return to the main window.
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Upgrading an iPULSE Radio
To upgrade an iPULSE radio's firmware:
1. Connect to the iPULSE radio as described in the Connecting to an iPULSE Radio topic.
2. Select Upgrade from the Radio menu. The Firmware upgrade wizard form is displayed:
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3. Check the I have read and understand the preceding warning option, and then click Next to continue.
The wizard will display a list of all firmware available for upgrading. Note that downgrading is not currently allowed for iPULSE radios.
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4. Select the firmware version you want to upgrade to. Unless instructed to do so, you should always upgrade to the latest firmware version. Click Next to continue:
The wizard will display an activity bar while the radio is upgraded. Note that it can can take up to 5 minutes to complete a firmware upgrade.
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5. When the upgrade process is complete, the wizard will display the following report:
6. Your radio is now upgraded and ready to use. Click Finish to return to the main window.
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Upgrading a 5000 Series Radio
To upgrade a 5000 series radio in which a 5000 series adapter card has been installed:
1. Make sure that the radio is powered, and then connect it to your computer via a serial or serial-to-USB cable.
2. Click the Connect to serial device button at the left of the status bar.
3. The Connect to device serial port form is displayed.
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4. Select the communications port to which the radio is connected, and then click the Connect button.
5. Wait until PULSE Link has retrieved the radio's configuration settings.
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6. Select Upgrade from the Radio menu. The Firmware upgrade wizard form is displayed:
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7. Check the I have read and understand the preceding warning option, and then click Next to continue.
The wizard will display a list of all firmware available for upgrading or downgrading.
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8. Select the firmware version you want to upgrade or downgrade to. Unless instructed to do so, you should always upgrade to the latest firmware version. Click Next to continue:
The wizard will display a progress bar while the radio is upgraded.
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9. When the upgrade process is complete, the wizard will display the following report:
10.Your radio is now upgraded and ready to use. Click Finish to return to the main window.
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Recover
Select Recover from the Radio menu to restore a PULSE of 5000 series radio after a failed firmware upgrade. Depending on the problem with the firmware, PULSE Link may not be able to communicate with the radio. If this occurs, the application will cycle through all possible combination of baud rates and serial settings in an attempt to communicate with it. Recovering the radio may fix this issue if it occurs.
Note that it is not possible to recover an iPULSE radio if a firmware upgrade fails. If the radio no longer works after a firmware upgrade, it will have to be sent back to ENCOM for repair.
Refer to the following topic for instructions on recovering a PULSE or 5000 series radio:
Recovering a PULSE Radio
Recovering a 5000 Series Radio
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Recovering a PULSE Radio
To recover a PULSE radio:
1. Make sure that the radio is powered, and then connect it to your computer via the USB cable.
2. Select Recover from the Radio menu. The Radio recovery wizard form is displayed:
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3. Check the I have read and understand the preceding warning option, and then click Next to continue.
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The wizard will display the type of products that are supported by PULSE Link.
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4. Select the PULSE radio option, then then click Next to continue.
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The wizard will display the list of PULSE radios that are supported by PULSE Link.
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When an upgrade fails, the radio loses its identity. In order to recover it, you must select the appropriate model from the list. The model name is normally found on the front panel of the radio. Make sure that you choose the correct model, otherwise the radio may not operate properly.
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5. Select the appropriate radio model, and press Next to continue.
The wizard will prompt you to disconnect all cables from the radio.
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6. After you have disconnected both cables, press Next.
A countdown timer will be displayed. The radio must be powered off for at least 60 seconds before proceeding.
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7. When the timer expires, the wizard will prompt you to plug in the USB cable.
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8. Plug in the USB cable. A second countdown timer will be displayed. Again, wait until the timer expires before proceeding.
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9. When the timer expires, the wizard will prompt you to plug in the power cable.
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10.Plug in the power cable. The recovery process will start automatically.
The wizard will display a progress bar while the radio is loaded with the firmware.
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If you recover a radio that contains an ECN-900 radio module, you will be asked to repeat steps 5 to 10.
The latest available version of the radio firmware will be installed when a radio is recovered.
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11.When the recovery process is complete, the wizard will display the following report:
12.Your radio is now recovered and ready to use. Click Finish to return to the main window.
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Recovering a 5000 Series Radio
To recover a 5000 series radio in which a 5000 series adapter card has been installed:
1. Make sure that the radio is powered, and then connect it to your computer via a serial or serial-to-USB cable.
2. Select Recover from the Radio menu. The Radio recovery wizard form is displayed:
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3. Check the I have read and understand the preceding warning option, and then click Next to continue.
The wizard will display the type of products that are supported by PULSE Link.
4. Select the 5000 Series Adapter Board option, then then click Next to continue.
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The wizard will display the list of 5000 series radios that are supported by PULSE Link.
When an upgrade fails, the radio loses its identity. In order to recover it, you must select the appropriate model from the list. The model name is normally found on the front panel of the radio. Make sure that you choose the correct model, otherwise the radio may not operate properly.
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5. Select the appropriate radio model, and press Next to continue.
The wizard will display the list of serial ports available on your computer.
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6. Select the serial port to which the radio is connected, and press Next to continue.
The wizard will prompt you to unplug the power cable from the radio.
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7. After you have disconnected the power cable, press Next.
The wizard will prompt you to plug the power cable back in the radio.
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8. After you have plugged the power cable back in, press Next.
The radio should be detected, and the recovery process will start:
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The latest available version of the radio firmware will be installed when a radio is recovered.
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9. When the recovery process is complete, the wizard will display the following report:
10.Your radio is now recovered and ready to use. Click Finish to return to the main window.
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When restoring an iPULSE radio to factory defaults, the existing IP address, network mask and default gateway settings will not be disturbed in order to prevent loss of communication with the radio.
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Restore to Factory Defaults
Select Restore to Factory Defaults from the Radio menu to restore the configuration of a radio to its factory default state.
The status indicator will display a message while the radio's configuration settings are being reset.
Note that when the status bar is red, you should not disconnect the USB, serial or Ethernet cable from the radio, nor should you remove power from the radio.
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Tools Menu Functions
Demo Mode
Demo mode allows you to use the ENCOM PULSE Link application without being connected to a physical radio. It is useful for learning and evaluation purposes.
To activate demo mode:
1. Make sure that ENCOM PULSE Link is NOT connected a radio.
2. Select Demo Mode from the Tools menu. The Select device to demo form is displayed.
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3. Select the type of device you want to demo, and then click the Next button. The list of available device models is displayed:
4. Select the radio model you want to demo, and press OK to continue.
ENCOM PULSE Link will simulate the operation of acquiring the settings from the radio.
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The settings for the selected radio model are then displayed in the application's main window:
5. At this point, you can carry out any function that can be used with a physical radio.
ENCOM PULSE Link will simulate the operations you carry out to mimic physical radios as closely as possible (including the amount of time it takes to perform the various tasks).
6. To exit demo mode, select Demo Mode from the Tools menu again.
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Help Menu Functions
Topics
Select Topics from the Help menu to display the ENCOM PULSE Link on-line help.
About
Select About from the Help menu to display information about the ENCOM PULSE Link application.
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Item
Description
Search for iPULSE devices button. Display a form that allows you to search for
and select an iPULSE device. See the Search for iPULSE Devices Button
topic for more information.
Detect USB devices button. Resumes the detection of USB-based PULSE
devices. See Detect USB Devices Button topic for
more information.
Connect to serial device button. Allows you to connect to a serial port based
device, such as a 5000 series radio in which a 5000 series adapter board has been installed.
See the Connect to serial device button topic for more information.
USB serial port settings button. Allows you to set the serial port settings that
ENCOM PULSE Link will use to communicate with a PULSE radio.
See the USB Serial Port Settings Button topic for more information.
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Status Bar

The status bar provides feedback on the current state of the PULSE Link application. It also contains a number of buttons that allow you to search for radios, and specify the communication parameters to use when communicating with a serial radio.
The following table briefly describes the items found in the status bar.
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Status information panel. Provides feedback on the current state of the
ENCOM PULSE Link application See the Status Information Panel topic for
more information.
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Search for iPULSE Radios Button
Click the Search for iPULSE devices button, , at the left of the status information panel to display the iPULSE Radios form:
The iPULSE Radios form displays the iPULSE radios that are active on your local network. To load the configuration associated a specific radio, perform one of the following:
Click the left mouse button on a radio that is available, and then click the Select button.
Double-click the left mouse button on a radio that is available.
Refer to the Connecting to an iPULSE Radio topic for detailed information on the iPULSE Radios form.
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Detect USB Devices Button
Click the Detect USB devices button, , at the left of the status information panel to re-enable the process that detects USB-based PULSE radios.
When an iPULSE radio configuration is loaded into the PULSE Link application, the process that detects USB-based PULSE radios is disabled.
When you are done working with iPULSE radios, and wish to connect to a USB-based PULSE radio, simply click on the Detect USB devices button.
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Connect to serial device button
Click the Connect to serial device button, , at the left of the status information panel to connect to a serial port based radio.
When you click on the Connect to serial device button, the Connect to device serial port form is displayed.
Select the serial communications port to which the radio is connected, and then click the Connect button.
ENCOM PULSE Link will then connect to the radio and load its configuration.
Refer to the Connecting to a 5000 Series Radio topic for detailed information on connecting to a serial radio.
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If ENCOM PULSE Link can't communicate with the radio using the settings you specify, it will keep trying to communicate using all possible combinations of communication settings.
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USB Serial Port Settings Button
Click the USB Serial Port Settings button, , at the left of the status information panel to configure the serial port that ENCOM PULSE Link will use to communicate with a PULSE radio.
To change the serial communication settings:
1. While ENCOM PULSE Link is not currently connected to a PULSE radio, click the USB Serial Port Settings button. (You can also do this while PULSE Link is searching for the communication settings of a PULSE radio that is plugged into the USB port). The USB Serial Port Settings form is displayed.
2. Change the settings to match your radio's currently configured serial port settings, and then click OK.
3. ENCOM PULSE Link will attempt to use the specified settings to communicate with the radio.
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Message
Description
Attempting to communicate at 1200 baud, 8N1
Displayed when the application is attempting to communicate with the radio.
Connect to radio using USB or Ethernet cable
Displayed if there is no radio connected to your computer. Use a USB cable connect to a PULSE radio, and an
Ethernet cable to connect to an iPULSE radio.
Could not communicate with radio
ENCOM PULSE Link was able to detect the radio, but was not able to communicate with it.
This error normally indicates that another application is using the USB serial port used to communicate with a PULSE radio.
It may also indicate a hardware problem with the radio, or a radio that was not designed to be used with ENCOM PULSE Link.
Could not get radio settings, please try again
An error occurred trying to get the radio settings. For PULSE radios, unplug the USB and power cables from
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Status Information Panel
The status information panel provides feedback on the current state of the ENCOM PULSE Link application.
The spinner at the right of the status panel, , indicates that the application is currently interacting with a radio.
Under normal operation, the background of the status bar is white. When the application is communicating with the radio, the background turns red.
When the background is red, you will not be able to shut down ENCOM PULSE Link. You should refrain from powering off the radio or disconnecting the USB cable while the application is in this state. Doing so when connected to a PULSE radio could prevent the radio from being able to communicate properly over the serial port (or the FSK port for FSK radios). If this happens, you may have to use PULSE Link to restore the radio's configuration.
The following table describes the messages that can be displayed in the status panel:
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the radio, wait a minute, and plug them back in. The radio should be detected, and its configuration automatically loaded.
For iPULSE radios, unplug the Ethernet and power cables from the radio, wait a minute, plug them back in, click the
Search for iPULSE devices button, select the radio in the iPulse Radios form, and click the Load button to load the
radio's configuration. Contact your ENCOM customer service representative if the
problem persists.
Could not update radio settings, please try again
An error occurred trying to update the radio settings. For PULSE radios, unplug the USB and power cables from
the radio, wait a minute, plug them back in, wait for the radio's configuration to be loaded, and then try again.
For iPULSE radios, unplug the Ethernet and power cables from the radio, wait a minute, plug them back in, click the
Search for iPULSE devices button, select the radio in the iPulse Radios form, click the Load button to load the radio's
configuration, and then try again. Contact your ENCOM customer service representative if the
problem persists.
Demo mode
The application is currently running in demo mode.
Getting radio settings, please wait
Displayed while the application is getting the settings from the radio. Do not disconnect the radio while the application is in this state.
Incompatible radio found
ENCOM PULSE Link was able to communicate with the radio, but determined that it is not able to support it.
You may need to upgrade to the latest version of ENCOM PULSE Link, or use a different application that was designed to support the radio.
iPULSE radio on-line (192.168.0.1)
The application is connected to an iPULSE radio that has the specified IP address.
Multiple radios found, please unplug all but one
ENCOM PULSE Link can only manage one USB-based PULSE radio at a time. Unplug all other PULSE radios in order to proceed.
Radio detected, attempting to communicate
ENCOM PULSE Link has detected a radio on the USB port, and is currently trying to communicate with it.
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Radio on-line
The application is connected to a PULSE radio, but is not currently interacting with it.
Recovering radio
The Radio recovery wizard is currently active. See the
Radio -> Recover topic for more information.
Restoring radio to factory defaults, please wait
Displayed while the radio's configuration is being restored to factory defaults. Do not disconnect the radio while the application is in this state.
Searching for iPULSE radios
The iPULSE Radios form is currently active, and ENCOM PULSE Link is searching for iPULSE radios on the local network.
Updating radio settings, please wait
Displayed while the application is updating the radio settings. Do not disconnect the radio while the application is in this state.
Upgrading radio
The Firmware upgrade wizard is currently active. See the
Radio -> Upgrade topic for more information.
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Options List

The options list allows you to access the various functions of ENCOM PULSE Link. Click on the desired option to display the associated user interface in the PULSE Link workspace area.
Refer to the following topics for information on each of the options:
Settings Panel
Signal Strength Panel
Poll Test Panel
Spectrum Scan Panel
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Settings Panel

The Settings panel shows the configuration settings of the serial radio that is currently connected to your computer.
The configuration settings are logically grouped using a tabbed interface. The following topics describe the settings found in each tab:
Identification Tab
Wireless Tab
Network Tab
Serial Port Tab
Advanced Tab
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Identification
Field Name
Description
Radio name
Enter a name used to identify the radio (up to a maximum of 15 characters for PULSE radios, and 50 characters for iPULSE radios).
New firmware available
Indicates that new radio firmware is available. Click on this link to display the Firmware upgrade wizard.
This indicator is not displayed if the radio's firmware is up to date. Note that the indicator makes use of the firmware upgrade files that are
packaged with the ENCOM PULSE Link setup program. In order to ensure that you have the latest firmware available, you should always have the latest version of ENCOM PULSE Link installed.
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Identification Tab
The Identification tab displays information on the radio that is connected to your computer. It also allows you to assign a friendly name to the radio.
The following screen shot shows the contents of the Identification tab for a typical serial radio.
The following tables describe the settings found in each group in the Identification tab.
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Radio Information
Field Name
Description
Product name
The serial radio's model name.
Description
A short description of the radio's features.
Radio picture
A picture of the radio. If the picture does not match the radio that is connected to your computer,
the radio may not have been properly provisioned. In this case, you can use the Radio -> Recover function to correct the
discrepancy.
Product code
Internal code used to identify the serial radio model.
ESN
The electronic serial number that uniquely identifies the radio module.
Ethernet tab
Displays information associated with the radio's Ethernet interface (for iPULSE radios only):
Field Name
Description
Firmware code
Internal code used to identify the Ethernet interface firmware.
Firmware version
Version of the Ethernet interface firmware.
Hardware version
Version of the Ethernet interface hardware.
Firmware date
The date at which the Ethernet interface firmware was released.
Firmware time
The time at which the Ethernet interface firmware was released.
Radio tab
Displays information associated with the radio's 900 MHz radio module:
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Field Name
Description
Radio code
Identifies the type of wireless module embedded in the radio.
Bootloader version
Version of the radio's bootloader firmware.
Firmware code
Internal code used to identify the radio firmware.
Firmware version
Version of the radio's application firmware.
Firmware date
The date at which the radio's application firmware was released.
Firmware time
The time at which the radio's application firmware was released.
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Radio Mode
Field Name
Description
Operating mode
Specify the role of the radio in the network.
Role
Description
Master
The master radio normally has a direct, wired connection to a controller.
The master broadcasts data to the repeater and remote radios that make up the rest of the network.
It also collects the data transmitted by the
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Wireless Tab
The Wireless tab allows you to modify the radio's wireless settings. The following screen shot shows the contents of the Wireless tab for a typical serial radio.
The following tables describe the settings found in each group in the Wireless tab.
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remote and repeater radios, and forwards it to the network operations center.
In any given network, there is only one master.
Repeater
A repeater is used to extend the range of the master radio. Several repeaters can be chained together to span long distances.
The repeater can also be connected to a controller via its serial or FSK port.
Remote
A remote is normally connected to a controller via its serial or FSK port.
The remote communicates directly with the master, or with the closest repeater.
Repeater in system
Set to Yes if one or more repeaters are present in your 900 MHz radio network.
Note that this setting is only applicable to the master radio. It is not displayed for the Repeater and Remote radios.
Primary hop pattern
ENCOM serial radios employ a frequency-hopping method of transmitting data. The radio's carrier frequency changes periodically according to one of 64 pseudo-random sequences.
In order for two radios to communicate with each other, they must be assigned the same hop pattern.
In a network with no repeaters, all radios must be assigned the same primary hop pattern.
In a network with repeaters, the master and the radios that communicate directly with it must be assigned the same primary hop pattern.
The radios that communicate directly with a repeater are assigned a primary hop pattern that matches the repeater's repeater hop pattern.
Refer to the PULSE Link Network Example topic for more information on assigning primary hop patterns.
Repeater hop pattern
This option is only available on repeater radios. It defines the hop pattern to use between a repeater and the radios that communicate directly with it.
The repeater's repeater hop pattern must be different than its primary hop pattern in order to prevent interference between the master-facing and remote-facing sides of the connection.
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Refer to the PULSE Link Network Example topic for more information on assigning secondary hop patterns.
Network Settings
Field Name
Description
Network address
In order for the radios in a network to communicate with each other, they must be assigned the same network address.
If another ENCOM 900 MHz radio network was located next to an existing network, and both networks were using the same network address, there would be an opportunity for the two networks to interfere with each other. To prevent this, each of these networks should be assigned different network addresses.
Unit address
The unit address is used to identify the radios in the network. Each radio in the network should be assigned a different number.
By convention, the master is assigned a network address of 0. The remaining repeaters and remotes are assigned addresses between 1 and
254.
Radio Settings
Field Name
Description
Output power
Select the power at which the radio will transmit. ENCOM 900 MHz serial radios have very sensitive receivers that can
operate at very low signal levels. It is recommended that the lowest power output necessary for a reliable connection be used. This will help with power consumption, and will prevent unnecessary interference with other devices operating within the same frequency band.
To determine the optimum power output, you should use the Signal
Strength tool provided by ENCOM PULSE Link. Start with the highest
power level, and decrease it until the signal strengths shown are between
-40 and -90 dBm for both radios.
RF noise filter
The RF noise filter is used to improve radio performance when operating in a noisy RF environment.
When enabled, the RF noise filter will introduce about 6 dB of loss in the received signal strength. Because of this, the effective range of the radio will be shortened.
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Security Settings
Field Name
Description
Security key
The security key is used to encrypt the communication between the radios, rendering the network more secure.
In order for the radios in a network to communicate with each other, they must be assigned the same security key.
A value between 0 and 2147483647 can be chosen. For greater security, you should use a large number with randomly
assigned digits.
AES encryption
If enabled, industry standard 128-bit AES encryption is applied to the communication between the radios. This provides the best network security possible for PULSE devices, although there may be a decrease in network performance.
This option is only available if the radio contains an ENC-901 (or newer) radio module.
AES key
The sequence of characters used to encrypt the communication between the radios.
For greatest security, enter a random collection of alphabetical, numeric and punctuation characters.
This option is only available if the radio contains an ENC-901 (or newer) radio module.
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Network Settings
Field Name
Description
Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP)
Select this option if a DHCP server is available on your radio network, and you want the DHCP server to assign an IP address to the radio.
Using the DHCP option is not recommended for radios installed in the field. The IP address assigned to the radio could change, or the DHCP server could fail and become unavailable. Both of these issues could cause loss of connectivity with the radio.
Specify a static IP address (recommended)
Select this option to manually assign the radio's IP address. ENCOM recommends this option because it provides for a more stable
network. Note: It is important that each radio in the network is assigned a different
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Network Tab
The Network tab allows you to modify the settings associated with the radio's Ethernet port. This tab is only displayed for iPULSE radios.
The following screen shot shows the contents of the Network tab for a typical iPULSE radio.
The following tables describe the settings found in each group in the Network tab.
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IP address. Network performance can suffer greatly if two or more radios are assigned the same IP address.
IP address
Enter the IP address of the radio. This is an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) address, specified in dotted notation, as shown in the following example:
Network mask
Enter the network mask. This is an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) address, specified in dotted notation, as shown in the following example:
Gateway address
Enter the IP address of the radio or router that allows the radio to connect with devices that are outside of their local LAN or VLAN. This is an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) address, specified in dotted notation, as shown in the following example:
Note that the default gateway's IP address must be in the same subnet as the radio's IP address.
Serial Port Mode
Field Name
Description
Serial Mode
This option sets the protocol used by the iPULSE radio to communicate with other devices (computer, iPULSE radio, TS1 terminal server, etc.) via the Ethernet port. One of the following options can be selected:
Option
Description
P-MP Master Mode
Allows the iPULSE radio to communicate with an unlimited number of iPULSE radios configured in P-MP Remote mode. The UDP protocol is used for low latency serial data transfer. This mode is extremely useful for typical "polling" type protocols.
See the P-MP Master Mode topic for more information.
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P-MP Remote Mode
Works with conjunction with an iPULSE radio configured in P-MP Master mode to provide low latency serial data transfer using the UDP protocol.
See the P-MP Remote Mode topic for more information.
TCP Server Mode
The radio waits for and accepts a connection from a device or computer application configured as a TCP client.
Up to four TCP clients can connect to a single TCP server.
See the TCP Server Mode topic for more information.
TCP Client Mode
The radio initiates and maintains a connection to a radio configured as a TCP server.
The connection acts as a virtual wire between two iPULSE networks.
See the TCP Client Mode topic for more information.
TCP Client & Server Mode
The radio can initiate a connection to, or accept a connection request from, another radio or computer that is configured in TCP Client or TCP Server mode.
See the TCP Client & Server Mode topic for more information.
VCOM UDP Mode
This mode is used in conjunction with a UDP based virtual COM port driver running on a computer.
The iPULSE radio is connected to the computer using its Ethernet interface, but appears as a local, physical COM port to an application running on the computer.
See the VCOM UDP Mode topic for more information.
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The other fields that are displayed depend on the serial mode option that is selected. Refer to the appropriate topics for information on the configuration parameters associated with each option.
Login Credentials
Field Name
Description
User name
The user name used to login to the radio. The default user name is admin.
Password
The password used to login to the radio. The default password is admin.
Confirm password
The password used to login to the radio. This must match the value entered in the Password field in order for the setting to be saved.
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P-MP Master Mode
The P-MP (point-to-multipoint) mode is used to bridge an unlimited number of PULSE radio networks together. This allows serial devices from different PULSE networks to talk to each other via an Ethernet network. Data is transferred using low-latency UDP packets, making the solution ideal for polling applications.
The following diagram shows a typical context in which an iPULSE radio configured as a P-MP Master is used.
In this scenario, serial data from the application running on the computer is sent to an existing PULSE radio (PULSE radio 1), that relays the data to iPULSE radio 1. iPULSE radio 1, configured as a P-MP Master, encapsulates this data in UDP packets that are broadcast to the iPULSE radios configured as P-MP Remotes (iPULSE radio 2 and iPULSE radio 3). The P-MP remotes in turn relay the data to the PULSE radios in their respective networks.
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Field Name
Description
Multicast IP address
Enter a multicast address to which UDP packets will be sent. This is an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) address, specified in dotted notation, as shown in the following example:
Set the Multicast IP address setting of the P-MP remote radios to this value.
Valid multicast addresses are in the range of 224.0.0.0 to
239.255.255.255. The default address is 224.1.1.3.
Multicast port
Enter the port to which the multicast UDP packets will be sent. Set the Multicast port setting of the P-MP remote radios to this value. The default multicast port is 20001.
Listening port
Enter the port on which to listen for UDP packets coming from the remote radios.
Set the Remote port setting of the P-MP remote radios to this value. The default listening port is 20011.
The following table describes the settings associated with the P-MP Master mode.
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P-MP Remote Mode
The P-MP (point-to-multipoint) mode is used to bridge an unlimited number of PULSE radio networks together. This allows serial devices from different PULSE networks to talk to each other via an Ethernet network. Data is transferred using low-latency UDP packets, making the solution ideal for polling applications.
The following diagram shows a typical context in which iPULSE radios configured as a P-MP Remotes are used.
In this scenario, data coming from the serial devices in PULSE radio networks 2 and 3 are sent to iPULSE radio 2 and 3 respectively. iPULSE radio 2 and 3 are configured to relay this data, encapsulated in UDP packets, to iPULSE radio 1, that is configured as the P-MP Master. iPULSE radio 1 in turn relays the serial data to PULSE radio network 1, where it eventually reaches the application running on the computer.
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Field Name
Description
Remote IP address
Enter the IP address of the P-MP Master radio to which the P-MP Remote reports. The P-MP Remote radio will automatically send data received from its associated PULSE radio network to the P-MP Master.
The is an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) address, specified in dotted notation, as shown in the following example:
Remote port
Enter the UDP port to which data received from the P-MP Remote radio's associated PULSE radio network will be sent.
Set this value to the Listening port setting of the P-MP Master radio. The default listening port is 20011.
Multicast IP address
Enter the multicast address that the P-MP Remote radio listens to. This is an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) address, specified in dotted notation, as shown in the following example:
Set this value to the Multicast IP address setting of the P-MP Master radio.
Valid multicast addresses are in the range of 224.0.0.0 to
239.255.255.255. The default address is 224.1.1.3.
Multicast port
Enter the UDP port on which the P-MP Remote listens for multicast packets.
Set this value to the Multicast port setting of the P-MP Master radio. The default multicast port is 20001.
The following table describes the settings associated with the P-MP Remote mode.
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TCP Server Mode
The TCP Server mode is used to provide error-free communications between TCP clients, such as an application running on a computer, and serial devices found in a PULSE radio network. The TCP clients are connected to the iPULSE radios using a direct Ethernet connection. Up to four concurrent client connections are supported by each iPULSE radio.
The following diagram shows a typical context in which an iPULSE radio configured as a TCP Server is used.
In this scenario, an application running on a computer needs access to the serial devices in PULSE radio networks 1 and 2. The computer is connected to the iPULSE radios via their Ethernet ports. iPULSE radio 1 provides access to PULSE radio network 1, and iPULSE radio 2 provides access to PULSE radio network 2. The iPULSE radios are always listening for connection requests from a TCP client. The application running on the computer initiates separate TCP connections to the iPULSE radios as required. When a TCP connection is established, data can be sent to, and received from, the serial devices in the PULSE radio networks.
Note that in this scenario, it is not possible for a serial device in PULSE radio network 1 to communicate with a serial device in PULSE radio network 2 (and vice-versa).
The following table describes the settings associated with the TCP Server mode.
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Field Name
Description
Listening port
Enter the TCP port on which the radio will listen for incoming connection requests.
The default listening port is 20011.
In-connection timeout
Enter the maximum amount of time, in seconds, to keep a connection active while it is idle (no data is being transferred). If this timeout is exceeded, the connection is dropped.
The default in-connection timeout is 300 seconds.
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TCP Client Mode
The TCP client/server mode is used to bridge two or more PULSE radio networks together. This allows serial devices from different PULSE networks to talk to each other via an Ethernet network.
The following diagram shows a typical context in which iPULSE radios configured as TCP Clients are used.
In this scenario, the radios configured as TCP client radios (iPULSE radio 2 and iPULSE radio 3) establish a connection to the radio configured as a TCP Server (iPULSE radio 1) when data is received from their respective PULSE radio networks. When the connection is established, any data received from the client PULSE radio networks is passed on to the TCP Server, that forwards the data to PULSE radio network 1.
Note that in this scenario, it is not possible for a serial device in PULSE radio network 2 to communicate with a serial device in PULSE radio network 3 (and vice-versa).
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Field Name
Description
Remote server IP
Enter the IP address of the TCP Server to which data received from the client PULSE radio network will be sent.
This is an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) address, specified in dotted notation, as shown in the following example:
Remote server port
Enter the TCP port to which the data received from the client PULSE radio network will be sent.
Set this value to the Listening port setting of the TCP Server radio. The default server port is 20011.
Out-connection timeout
Enter the maximum amount of time, in seconds, to keep the connection active while it is idle (no data is being transferred). If this timeout is exceeded, the connection is dropped.
The default in-connection timeout is 60 seconds.
The following table describes the settings associated with the TCP Client mode.
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TCP Client & Server Mode
The TCP client/server mode is used to bridge two PULSE radio networks together. This allows serial devices from different PULSE networks to talk to each other via an Ethernet network. A semi­persistent TCP connection is established between two client/server radios that provides an efficient mechanism for transferring large quantities of data.
The following diagram shows a typical context in which two iPULSE radios configured in TCP Client/Server mode are used.
In this scenario, either of the TCP Client/Server radios can establish a connection to the other radio when data is received from their respective PULSE radio networks. When a connection is established, any data received by either of the iPULSE radios is passed on to the other radio. A serial device from either PULSE network can communicate with a serial device from the other PULSE network. As well, applications running on a computer that is connected to the Ethernet network can access all of the serial devices in the two PULSE networks.
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Field Name
Description
Remote server IP
Enter the IP address of the other TCP Client/Server radio. The is an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) address, specified in dotted
notation, as shown in the following example:
Remote server port
Enter the TCP port to which the data received from the associated PULSE radio network will be sent.
Set this value to the Listening port setting of the other TCP Client/Server radio.
The default server port is 20011.
Out-connection timeout
Enter the maximum amount of time, in seconds, to keep the connection initiated by this radio active while it is idle (no data is being transferred). If this timeout is exceeded, the connection is dropped.
The default in-connection timeout is 60 seconds.
Listening port
Enter the TCP port on which the radio will listen for incoming connection requests from the other radio.
The default listening port is 20011.
In-connection timeout
Enter the maximum amount of time, in seconds, to keep the connection initiated by the other radio active while it is idle (no data is being transferred). If this timeout is exceeded, the connection is dropped.
The default in-connection timeout is 300 seconds.
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The following table describes the settings associated with the TCP Client/Server mode.
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