hopf 4985LAN Technical Manual

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Technical Manual

Large Matrix Display 4985

with integrated LAN Interface

Model 4985LAN

ENGLISH

Version: 08.00 - 15.10.2018

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Valid for Devices 4985LAN with FIRMWARE

Version: 08.xx

and REMOTE-SOFTWARE (HMC)

Version: 01.13

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INPORTANT NOTES

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Version number (Firmware / Manual)

THE FIRST TWO DIGITS OF THE VERSION NUMBER OF THE TECHNICAL MANUAL AND

THE FIRST TWO DIGITS OF THE FIRMWARE VERSION MUST COMPLY WITH EACH OTHER.

THEY INDICATE THE FUNCTIONAL CORRELATION BETWEEN DEVICE AND TECHNICAL

MANUAL.

THE DIGITS AFTER THE POINT IN THE VERSION NUMBER INDICATE CORRECTIONS IN THE

FIRMWARE / MANUAL THAT ARE OF NO SIGNIFICANCE FOR THE FUNCTION.

Downloading Technical Manuals

All current manuals of our products are available free of charge via our homepage on the
Internet.

Homepage: http://www.hopf.com
E-mail: [e-mail]

Symbols and Characters

Operational Reliability

Disregard may cause damages to persons or material.

Functionality

Disregard may impact function of system/device.

Information

Notes and Information.

INPORTANT NOTES

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Safety regulations

The safety regulations and observance of the technical data serve to
ensure trouble-free operation of the device and protection of persons and
material. It is therefore of utmost importance to observe and compliance
with these regulations.

If these are not complied with, then no claims may be made under the
terms of the warranty. No liability will be assumed for any ensuing
damage.

Safety of the device

This device has been manufactured in accordance with the latest
technological standards and approved safety regulations

The device should only be put into operation by trained and qualified staff.
Care must be taken that all cable connections are laid and fixed in position
correctly. The device should only be operated with the voltage supply
indicated on the identification label.

The device should only be operated by qualified staff or employees who
have received specific instruction.

If a device must be opened for repair, this should only be carried out by
employees with appropriate qualifications or by

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Before a device is opened or a fuse is changed all power supplies must
be disconnected.

If there are reasons to believe that the operational safety can no longer
be guaranteed the device must be taken out of service and labelled
accordingly.

The safety may be impaired when the device does not operate properly
or if it is obviously damaged.

CE-Conformity

This device fulfils the requirements of the EU directive 2014/30/EU
"Electromagnetic Compatibility" and 2014/35/EU "Low Voltage Equipment".

Therefore the device bears the CE identification marking
(CE = Communautés Européennes = European communities)

The CE indicates to the controlling bodies that the product complies with the requirements of
the EU directive - especially with regard to protection of health and safety for the operator and
the user - and may be released for sale within the common markets.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Contents Page

1 Functions ...................................................................................................................... 9

1.1 Function Principle ...................................................................................................... 9

1.2 Housing ..................................................................................................................... 9

1.3 Initial Operation ....................................................................................................... 10

1.3.1 Opening and Closing of Housing ....................................................................................... 10

1.3.2 Wall Mounting and Cable Entry ......................................................................................... 11

1.3.3 LEDs .................................................................................................................................. 12

2 hmc Remote Software ................................................................................................ 13

2.1 Remote-Software-Connection with large matrix display 4985LAN ........................... 13

2.2 Adjustment options .................................................................................................. 14

2.2.1 Time and Date .................................................................................................................... 15

2.2.2 In General .......................................................................................................................... 15

2.2.3 System ............................................................................................................................... 16

2.2.4 DCF77 ................................................................................................................................ 16

2.2.5 Outputs ............................................................................................................................... 17

3 Output Diagrams – Matrix Display ............................................................................. 18

3.1 Connection Failure .................................................................................................. 18

3.2 System and Grid Time ............................................................................................. 18

3.2.1 System and Grid Time small (42mm) ................................................................................ 18

3.2.2 Grid and System Time (42mm) .......................................................................................... 18

3.2.3 System Time large (84mm) ................................................................................................ 18

3.2.4 Grid Time large (84mm) ..................................................................................................... 18

3.3 Difference Time ....................................................................................................... 19

3.3.1 Difference Time (42mm) .................................................................................................... 19

3.3.2 Difference Time (84mm) .................................................................................................... 19

3.4 Frequency/Difference Frequency ............................................................................. 19

3.4.1 Frequency/Difference Frequency (42mm) ......................................................................... 19

3.4.2 Frequency/Difference Frequency (42mm) ......................................................................... 19

3.4.3 Frequency (84mm) ............................................................................................................. 19

3.4.4 Difference Frequency (F3 with 84mm)............................................................................... 19

4 Module Behaviour Network Time Client 8029NTC .................................................... 20

4.1 Boot Phase .............................................................................................................. 20

4.2 Regulating Phase .................................................................................................... 20

4.2.1 NTP Adjustment Process (NTP/Stratum/Accuracy) ........................................................... 20

4.3 Reset Button............................................................................................................ 20

4.4 Firmware Update ..................................................................................................... 21

4.5 Activation of Functions by Activation Keys ............................................................... 23

5 HTTP WebGUI – Web Browser Configuration Interface ........................................... 24

5.1 Quick Configuration ................................................................................................. 24

5.1.1 Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 24

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5.1.2 Configuration Steps............................................................................................................ 24

5.2 General – Introduction ............................................................................................. 25

5.2.1 LOGIN and LOGOUT as User ........................................................................................... 26

5.2.2 Navigation via the Web Interface ....................................................................................... 27

5.2.3 Enter or Changing Data ..................................................................................................... 28

5.3 Description of the Tabs ............................................................................................ 29

5.3.1 GENERAL Tab ................................................................................................................... 29

5.3.2 Time/Date Tab ................................................................................................................... 31

5.3.2.1 Time Zone Offset ........................................................................................................................ 31

5.3.2.2 Configuration of Summer Time (Daylight Saving Time) .............................................................. 32

5.3.3 NETWORK Tab .................................................................................................................. 33

5.3.3.1 Host / Name Service ................................................................................................................... 33

5.3.3.1.1 Hostname .......................................................................................................................... 33

5.3.3.1.2 Use Manual DNS Entries................................................................................................... 34

5.3.3.1.3 DNS Server 1 to 3 ............................................................................................................. 34

5.3.3.1.4 Use Manual Gateway Entries ............................................................................................ 34

5.3.3.1.5 Default Gateway IPv4 ........................................................................................................ 34

5.3.3.1.6 Default Gateway IPv6 ........................................................................................................ 34

5.3.3.2 Network Interface ETH0.............................................................................................................. 35

5.3.3.2.1 Default Hardware Address (MAC) ..................................................................................... 35

5.3.3.2.2 Customer Hardware Address (MAC) ................................................................................. 36

5.3.3.2.3 DHCP ................................................................................................................................ 36

5.3.3.2.4 IPv4 Address ..................................................................................................................... 36

5.3.3.2.5 IPv4 Network Mask ........................................................................................................... 36

5.3.3.2.6 Operation Mode ................................................................................................................. 36

5.3.3.2.7 Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) .................................................................................. 37

5.3.3.2.8 IPv6 ................................................................................................................................... 37

5.3.3.2.9 DHCP-IPv6 ........................................................................................................................ 37

5.3.3.2.10 IPv6 Address ................................................................................................................... 37

5.3.3.2.11 IPv6 Subnet Prefix Length ............................................................................................... 37

5.3.3.2.12 VLAN (Activation Key necessary) .................................................................................... 38

5.3.3.3 Routing (Activation Key necessary) ............................................................................................ 39

5.3.3.4 Routing File ................................................................................................................................. 40

5.3.3.5 Management (Management-Protocols – HTTP, SNMP, SNMP-Traps, etc.)............................... 41

5.3.3.5.1 SNMPv2c / SNMPv3 (Activation Key required) ................................................................. 43

5.3.3.6 Display ........................................................................................................................................ 44

5.3.4 NTP Tab ............................................................................................................................. 46

5.3.4.1 System Info ................................................................................................................................. 46

5.3.4.2 Kernel Info .................................................................................................................................. 47

5.3.4.3 Peers .......................................................................................................................................... 47

5.3.4.4 Server Configuration ................................................................................................................... 48

5.3.4.4.1 Broadcast / Multicast ......................................................................................................... 48

5.3.4.4.2 NTP Servers for Synchronisation ...................................................................................... 49

5.3.4.5 Extended Configuration .............................................................................................................. 49

5.3.4.5.1 Definition Accuracy (Low / Medium / High) ........................................................................ 51

5.3.4.6 Restart NTP ................................................................................................................................ 52

5.3.4.7 Access Restrictions / Configuring the NTP Service Restrictions ................................................. 52

5.3.4.7.1 NAT or Firewall .................................................................................................................. 53

5.3.4.7.2 Blocking Unauthorised Access .......................................................................................... 53

5.3.4.7.3 Allowing Client Requests ................................................................................................... 54

5.3.4.7.4 Internal Client Protection / Local Network Threat Level ..................................................... 54

5.3.4.7.5 Addition of Exceptions to Standard Restrictions ................................................................ 55

5.3.4.7.6 Access Control Options ..................................................................................................... 56

5.3.4.8 Symmetric Key ............................................................................................................................ 57

5.3.4.8.1 Why Authentication? ......................................................................................................... 57

5.3.4.8.2 How is Authentication used in the NTP Service? .............................................................. 57

5.3.4.8.3 How is a key created? ....................................................................................................... 57

5.3.4.8.4 How does authentication work? ......................................................................................... 58

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5.3.4.9 Autokey / Public Key Cryptography ............................................................................................ 58

5.3.5 ALARM Tab ........................................................................................................................ 59

5.3.5.1 Syslog Configuration ................................................................................................................... 59

5.3.5.2 E-mail Configuration ................................................................................................................... 60

5.3.5.3 SNMP Configuration / TRAP Configuration ................................................................................ 61

5.3.5.4 Alarm Messages ......................................................................................................................... 62

5.3.6 DEVICE Tab ....................................................................................................................... 63

5.3.6.1 Device Information ...................................................................................................................... 63

5.3.6.2 Hardware Information ................................................................................................................. 63

5.3.6.3 Restoring Factory-Settings (Factory Defaults) ............................................................................ 64

5.3.6.4 Reboot Device ............................................................................................................................ 64

5.3.6.5 Image Update & H8 Firmware Update ........................................................................................ 65

5.3.6.6 Upload Certificate (SSL-Server-Certificate) ................................................................................ 66

5.3.6.7 Customized Security Banner ...................................................................................................... 67

5.3.6.8 Product Activation ....................................................................................................................... 68

5.3.6.9 Diagnostics Function .................................................................................................................. 69

5.3.6.10 Passwords Master / Device ........................................................................................................ 69

5.3.6.11 Downloading SNMP MIB / Configuration Files ............................................................................ 70

6 SSH and Telnet Basic Configuration ......................................................................... 71

7 Technical Data Large Matrix Display 4985 ................................................................ 72

8 Factory Defaults ................................ ................................................................ .......... 73

8.1 Network ................................................................................................................... 73

8.2 NTP ......................................................................................................................... 74

8.3 ALARM .................................................................................................................... 74

8.4 DEVICE ................................................................................................................... 74

9 Glossary and Abbreviations ...................................................................................... 75

9.1 NTP-specific Terminology........................................................................................ 75

9.2 Tally Codes (NTP-specific) ...................................................................................... 75

9.2.1 Time-specific expressions .................................................................................................. 76

9.3 Abbreviations ........................................................................................................... 77

9.4 Definitions ............................................................................................................... 78

9.4.1 DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) .................................................................. 78

9.4.2 NTP (Network Time Protocol) ............................................................................................ 78

9.4.3 SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) ................................................................ 79

9.4.4 TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol) .............................................. 79

9.5 Accuracy & NTP Basic Principles ............................................................................ 79

10 List of RFCs ................................................................................................................. 81

11 List of Open Source Packages used ......................................................................... 82

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FUNCTIONS

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1 Functions

The large matrix display 4985LAN consists of a large display with a matrix measuring
16x64 LED and a NTP Time Client Module 8029NTC.

Two lines of 42 mm or one line of 84 mm alphanumeric characters can be displayed on this
matrix.

Time and date can be displayed in different formats.

1.1 Function Principle

1.2 Housing

The large display is set up in a black lacquered aluminium housing for wall installation.
The front panel is of red and of coated acrylic glass and fixed into guiding rails of the housing.
For installation and configuration of the large display the right-side panel of the housing and

the front panel should be pulled to the right. The side panel of housing is mounted into guiding
rails with spring locks.

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1.3 Initial Operation

The large display 4985 is delivered in its casing ready for operation. It is now only necessary
to install the connections required for operation.

1.3.1 Opening and Closing of Housing

For installation of the display the right-side panel of the housing needs to be removed. The
right-side panel is fixed into the housing by spring locks.

Opening of housing

a. Pull the right-side panel to the right out of the housing

(ATTENTION: DO NO JAM)

b. When pulling out, override the pressure point of the spring locks at the top first and then at

the bottom (traction approximately 50N – corresponding with at driving power of
approximately 5kg)

c. Pull the front panel to the right out of the housing

Pay attention to a secure hold when opening the large display.

FUNCTIONS

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Closing the housing

a. Push the front panel in the front guiding rails of the housing (coated side of front panel

outside)

b. Insert the fixing brackets of the side panel in the appropriate guiding rails of the housing

at the top and bottom (ATTENTION: DO NO JAM)

c. When snapping the side panel into the housing pay attention to the fact that the front

panel and the rear panel are placed in the appropriate guiding rails of the side panel

d. When snapping in, the pressure point of the spring locks (1) must be overridden

Pay attention to a secure hold when closing the large display.

1.3.2 Wall Mounting and Cable Entry

The large display is mounted at the wall by fixing apertures (a) in the rear panel.

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Model

Number of

matrix blocks

X1

X2

4985

2

636,0mm

578,0mm

4985EXT3

3

824,0mm

770,0mm

For cable entry (power supply,
antenna cable and data cable) there
are three marked openings
available.

Backside Housing

After connection, the cables should be
fixed with the according strain relief into
the housing.

Installation and commissioning may only be carried out by suitable specialist
personnel. In doing so the respective country-specific regulations (e.g. VDE,
DIN) are to be observed.

1.3.3 LEDs

During normal operation the green LED shows the DCF77 pulse. The yellow LED is on for as
long as signals are emitted via the serial interface.

During an update the green LED flashes in the pulse of the incoming data. In case of error the
yellow LED is on permanently.

HMC REMOTE SOFTWARE

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2 hmc Remote Software

The

hmc (hopf

management console) is the remote software to setup the board 4985 and

can be found on the

hopf

CD or in our download area http://www.hopf.com/hmc_en.html.

Please look at the description of the

hmc

remote software for the minimum system

requirements for the client PC.

2.1 Remote-Software-Connection with large matrix display 4985LAN

The large matrix display 4985LAN will be connected with a suitable computer via the ethernet
interface of the 8029NTC module. After connecting please switch on both appliances and start
the remote software.

HMC REMOTE SOFTWARE

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When installing the new device in the remote software the communication canal RS232 /
TCP/IP needs to be chosen. State the host name respectively the IP address of large matrix
display 4985LAN and make sure that the port matches to the details that have been adjusted
in the WebGUI (as described in Chapter 5.3.3.5 Management (Management-Protocols –
HTTP, SNMP, SNMP-Traps, etc.) .

Subsequently make a request about the device name and the firmware of the large matrix
display via these settings.

Afterwards choose the appropriate driver and click „Connect“.

The large matrix display is now connected with the

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managenment console (

hmc

).

2.2 Adjustment options

After successful connection of large matrix display 4985LAN with the remote software, various
settings for the large matrix display can be carried out by using the

hmc

remote software.

Furthermore various status information can be queried.
Data will be shown in several tabs of the remote software which will be described in the

following chapters.

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2.2.1 Time and Date

This page is necessary for adjusting and displaying the time zone, summer and winter time,
points of time changeovers and the current time.

To enable a correct functionality it is necessary to make these
adjustments via the WebGUI of large matrix display 4985LAN.

2.2.2 In General

This page shows several device data of the large matrix display as well as the version data of
the remote software driver in use.

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2.2.3 System

On this page you can adjust which information of the large matrix display should be outputted.
Furthermore you can configure the synchronization behaviour of the large matrix display and
you trigger a reset of the large matrix display.

The synchronization mode for system 4985LAN needs to be adjusted to
"DCF77-pulse, TTL".

2.2.4 DCF77

This register is not necessary for operating the 4985LAN.

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2.2.5 Outputs

This page enables to configure the output interfaces.

A serial output will not be supported by the large matrix display 4985LAN.

OUTPUT DIAGRAMS – MATRIX DISPLAY

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3 Output Diagrams – Matrix Display

Unless otherwise indicated all values are given in 2 digits without operational sign.

3.1 Connection Failure

The behaviour of display 4985 in case connection failure to board 7515(RC) can
parameterized via Remote Software / System Tab).

Timeout for F-string activated: 5 seconds after F-string failure the message
CONNECTION LOST appears.

Timeout for F-string disabled: The last indicated display is permanently shown.

3.2 System and Grid Time

3.2.1 System and Grid Time small (42mm)

1st line: "Sy" hour:minute:second (system time)
2nd line: "N1" hour:minute:second (grid time)

Example:

Sy 12:34:56

N1 12:34:57

3.2.2 Grid and System Time (42mm)

1st line: "N1" hour:minute:second (grid time)
2nd line: "Sy" hour:minute:second (system time)

Example:

N1 12:34:57

Sy 12:34:56

3.2.3 System Time large (84mm)

One line: hour:minute:second (system time)

Example:

12:34:56

3.2.4 Grid Time large (84mm)

One line: hour:minute:second (grid time)

Example:

12:34:57

OUTPUT DIAGRAMS – MATRIX DISPLAY

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3.3 Difference Time

3.3.1 Difference Time (42mm)

1st line: "t" operational sign hour:minute:second
2nd line: milliseconds

Example:

t + 00:00:06

447

3.3.2 Difference Time (84mm)

One line: operational sign seconds, milliseconds

Example:

+ 06,447

Display up to ± 99,999. In case of overflow ± 99,999 is displayed.

3.4 Frequency/Difference Frequency

3.4.1 Frequency/Difference Frequency (42mm)

1st line: "f1" frequency with 2 pre- and 3 post-comma digits "Hz"
2nd line: "df" difference frequency with 2 pre- and 3 post-comma digits "Hz"

Example:

f1 49,998 Hz

df -00,002 Hz

3.4.2 Frequency/Difference Frequency (42mm)

1st line: "df" difference frequency with 2 pre- and 3 post-comma digits "Hz"
2nd line: "f1" frequency with 2 pre- and 3 post-comma digits "Hz"

Example:

df +00,002 Hz

f1 50,002 Hz

3.4.3 Frequency (84mm)

One line: frequency with 2 pre- and 3 post-comma digits

Example:

49,998

3.4.4 Difference Frequency (F3 with 84mm)

One line: operational sign and frequency with 2 pre- and 3 post-comma digits

Example:

+00,002

MODULE BEHAVIOUR NETWORK TIME CLIENT 8029NTC

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4 Module Behaviour Network Time Client 8029NTC

This chapter describes the behaviour of the module in special operational phases and
conditions.

4.1 Boot Phase

The boot process of the Network Time Client 8029NTC starts after turning on the system or a
reset.

During the boot process the Module 8029NTC boots the operation system and is therefore not
available via LAN.

The end of the boot process is reached when the LED test of the Status-LEDs in the front
panel has been finished.

Boot phase takes approx. 35 seconds by using static IP-addresses for
ETH0 and ETH1. Boot phase can be extended, depending on the network
configuration in use (e.g. DHCP).

4.2 Regulating Phase

After the boot phase, the NTP service is started automatically.
After starting the NTP service, the device will take about 5-10 minutes, depending on the

accuracy and availability of the time servers configured in the card, to regulate the internal
clock.

4.2.1 NTP Adjustment Process (NTP/Stratum/Accuracy)

NTP is a regulation process. After starting the NTP services, automatically processed during
booting, the Network Time Client 8029NTC requires approximately 5-10 minutes depending
on the accuracy and accessibility of the NTP Server parameterized in the module.

After a successful adoption of time by the NTP Server the module usually takes on a Stratum
value one less than the respective NTP Server (e.g. Server = Stratum 1  Stratum of the
Client Module = 2).

For an output of time via the module, the NTP service needs to be regulated to an accuracy
value = HIGH. The duration of the regulation process depends on factors such as accessibility
and accuracy of the respective NTP Server (System Peer).

4.3 Reset Button

The Network Time Client 8029NTC can be reset by the Reset-(Default) Button behind the front
panel of the board. The Reset-(Default) Button is accessible with a thin objective through the
small drilling in the front panel.

The button triggers different functions depending on how long it is pressed:

Duration

Function

< 1 sec.

No action

1 - 9 sec.

After releasing a hardware reset is triggered in the module

>= 10 sec.

After releasing a FACTORY DEFAULT followed by a REBOOT is
triggered after approx. 10 seconds

MODULE BEHAVIOUR NETWORK TIME CLIENT 8029NTC

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4.4 Firmware Update

The Network Time Client 8029NTC is a multi-processor system. For this reason a firmware
update always consists of a so called Software SET including two (2) program releases
defined by the SET version needed to be loaded into the board.

Module 8029NTC:

1x Image Update upgrade_8029NTC_vXXXX.img
1x H8 Update 8029NTC_128.mot

An update is a critical process.
The device must not be turned off during the update and the network
connection to the device not be interrupted.

All programs of a SET need to be uploaded to ensure a defined operation
condition.

The program releases assigned to a SET version may be taken from the
release notes of the software SETs of the Time Client 8029NTC.

The general process of a software update of Module 8029NTC is described below:

For selection of the correct update set the identifier 8029NTC has to be
observed obligatory.

8029NTC can be recognized:

• By the label on the housing cover "8029NTC"

• In WebGUI at the Web-banner "8029NTC"

The firmware update 8029NTC has to be performed as a SET.
The software package contained in the file package hopf8029NTC_SET_vXXXX.zip has to be

unpacked. The following steps have to be executed in the following sequence:

1. Image Update 8029NTC

2. H8 Firmware Update 8029NTC

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Image Update

1. Log in as Master in WebGUI of the board.

2. Select in Device tab the menu item Image Update.

3. Select the file with the file .img via the selection window
(Example: upgrade_8029NTC_vXXXX.img).

4. The selected file is shown in the selection window.

5. The update process is started with the button Upload now.

6. In WebGUI the successful file transfer and writing to the Module is indicated.

7. In WebGUI the successful update is indicated after 2-3 minutes with the request to
release a reboot of the board.

8. After activation and successful reboot of the board the image update process is
finished.

H8 Firmware Update

1. Log in as Master in WebGUI of the board.

2. Select in the Device tab the menu item H8 Firmware Update.

3. Select the file with the file extension .mot for Module 8029NTC via the selection
window (Example: 8029NTC_128.mot).

4. The selected file is shown in the selection window.

5. The update process is started with the button Upload now.

6. In WebGUI the successful file transfer to the Module is indicated.

7. Now the update of the board automatically starts after a few seconds.

8. After successful update the board automatically reboots.

9. After approx. 2 minutes the H8 update process is finished and the board is again
accessible via WebGUI.

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4.5 Activation of Functions by Activation Keys

The Network Time Client 8029NTC offers several functions that require an "Activation Key".
These functions are only available after entering a valid activation key related to the serial

number of the Module 8029NTC (not the serial number of the overall system). The serial
number can be found in the WebGUI via Device / Serial Number: 8029xxxxxx.

The activation of such function(s) can be done by default and also later by the user if required.

The input and display is done in the tab "Device" under the menu item
"Product Activation".

Please find an overview of the above mentioned functions here:

• Static Routing Tables
This function is suitable for configuring static routes based on special network

configuration requirements in the Network Time Client 8029NTC.

• Alarming and Management features
This function enables to use SNMP (SNMPv2c, SNMPv3), Syslog and Email

notification to monitor the system status. Together with the assets provided in the
MIB II by default, the

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Private Enterprise MIB is also made available. By using

the

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Private Enterprise MIB numerous product-specific assets for realizing
extended
management and control functions are available.

• IEEE 802.1QTagged VLAN
By activating this function network interfaces can be configured with additional VLANs

(Virtual Bridged Local Area Networks) according to IEEE 802.1q.

The settings for activation keys (e.g. an entered activation key) are neither
modified nor influenced by the function FACTORY DEFAULTS.

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5 HTTP WebGUI – Web Browser Configuration Interface

For the correct display and function of the WebGUI, JavaScript and Cookies
must be enabled in the browser.

5.1 Quick Configuration

This chapter gives a brief description of the basic operation of the WebGUI installed on the
module.

5.1.1 Requirements

• Ready-for-operation

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Large Scale Display 4985LAN

• PC with installed web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer) in the sub-network of Large
Scale Display 4985LAN

5.1.2 Configuration Steps

• Create the connection to the Large Scale Display with a web browser

• Login as a 'master' user (default password <master> is set by delivery)

• Switch to "Network" tab if available and enter the DNS Server (required for NTP and

the alarm messages depending of network)

• Save the configuration

• Switch to "Device" tab and restart Large Scale Display via "Reboot Device"

• NTP Service is now available with the standard settings

• NTP specified settings can be done in the "NTP" tab (e.g. entry of the NTP Time

Server used for synchronization).

• Alarm messages via Syslog/SNMP/Email can be configured in "Alarm" tab – only if
this function is enabled by an activation key

The following detailed explanatory information should be read if anything is
unclear while executing the configuration steps.

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5.2 General – Introduction

The Large Scale Display 4985LAN should be accessible to a web browser if it has been set
up correctly. Enter the IP address - as set up in the Large Scale Display earlier - or the DNS
name on the address line <http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx> and the following screen should appear.

When using IPv6, it is mandatory to enclose the IPv6 address with [ ],
for example: http://[2001:0db8:85a3:08d3::0370:7344]/

The complete configuration can only be done via the modules in WebGUI!

The WebGUI was developed for multi-user read access but not for multi­user write access. It is the responsibility of the user to pay attention to this
issue.

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5.2.1 LOGIN and LOGOUT as User

All of the modules data can be read without being logged on as a special user. However, the
configuration and modification of settings and data can only be carried out by an authorised
user! Two types of user are defined:

• "master" user (default password on delivery: <master> )

• "device" user (default password on delivery: <device> )

Differentiation is made between upper and lower case characters in the
password. Alphanumeric characters and the following symbols can be
used: . , ! " $ % & / { } [ ] ( ) = ? \ + - @ * ~ # ' < > | ; : _

The password should be changed after the first login for security reasons.

The following screen should be visible after logging in as a "master" user:

Click on the Logout button to log out.
The WebGUI is equipped with a session management. If the user does not conduct a logout,

the logout is automatically made after 10 minutes of inactivity (idle time).

After successful login, depending on the access level (device or master user), changes can
be made to the configuration and saved.

Users logged in as "master" have all access rights to the Large Scale Display 4985LAN.