Kramer Electronics FC-10ETH User Manual
KRAMER ELECTRONIC S LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
FC-1 0E TH
Ethernet Controller
P/N: 2900-000086 Rev 3
FC-10ETH – Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 2
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3 Overview 4
3.1 Defining the FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller 5
4 Configuring the FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller 7
4.1 Operating via Ethernet 7
4.2 Installing and Configuring the FC-10ETH 11
4.3 Defining the Kramer FC-10ETH Manager 12
4.4 Routing Data 13
5 Controlling Machines via the Ethernet using the FC-10ETH 15
5.1 Controlling a Machine via a Computer 15
5.2 Controlling a Kramer Machine via a Serial Controller 17
6 Flash Memory Upgrade 20
6.1 Upgrading Version 1 Devices 20
6.2 Upgrading Version 2 Devices 21
7 Technical Specifications 22
Figures
Figure 1: FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller 5
Figure 2: Underside of the FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller 5
Figure 3: Local Area Connection Properties Window 8
Figure 4: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window 9
Figure 5: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window 9
Figure 6: Internet Protocol Properties Window 10
Figure 7: Connecting the FC-10ETH for Configuration 11
Figure 8: FC-10ETH Manager Window 12
Figure 9: Connecting the FC-10ETH in the Passive Routing Mode 16
Figure 10: The Port Window – Selecting a Remote Connection 17
Figure 11: Connecting the FC-10ETH in the Active Routing Mode 19
Figure 12: The KFR-Programmer Window 21
FC-10ETH – Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals
on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our
line, making the best even better!
Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;
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Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:
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Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11:
Sierra Video Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller, which
is ideal for use with Ethernet / RS-232 interfaces and/or Ethernet / RS-485
interfaces.
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FC-10ETH - Getting Started
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp
to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if
firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
Review the contents of this user manual
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-
performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
Position your Kramer FC-10ETH away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
2.2 Safety Instructions
FC-10ETH – Getting Started
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2.3 Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country
go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.
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FC-10ETH - Overview
3 Overview
The high-performance FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller is an easy-to-use,
bidirectional hardware and software interface system for controlling Kramer (and
also non-Kramer) RS-232 and/or RS-485 controllable machines via Ethernet LAN,
as well as via the Internet. In particular, the FC-10ETH features:
Network connectivity that lets you connect a Kramer (or other) device via its
RS-232 or RS-485 port to the Ethernet LAN network
The FC-10ETH data buffer is limited to 128 bytes
Control of two RS-232 devices (or one RS-232 device and one RS-485
device) via Ethernet, from a PC (set to the Passive routing mode) or other
protocol compatible remote controller
Device control from up to five Ethernet points (PCs or remote controllers)
Windows®-based Configuration Management software for configuring the
FC-10ETH unit (including routing mode settings, network settings, serial
settings, and destination device settings)
Internet system remote control (requiring only a dedicated IP address and a
modem in the remote location) whether it is a standalone PC or a LAN
system
A 128-byte data buffer making it compatible with most non-Kramer protocols
The FC-10ETH includes the Virtual Serial Port Manager (Kramer VSPM) for
compatibility with applications based on COM-port communication. The virtual
serial port:
Makes the FC-10ETH compatible with all Windows®-based applications that
work through an actual COM port. This includes all versions of K-Router and
other Kramer control applications. It lets you operate all RS-232 and RS-485
controllable devices via Ethernet LAN using their existing PC software
Operates like an actual hardware port, that is, a logical COM that behaves
like a standard hardware COM but in reality transparently reroutes the data
using the TCP/IP network to the FC-10ETH interface via a Virtual null
modem connection, which you can emulate over the Ethernet or Internet
Can be created in any quantity on your PC and does not occupy an actual
serial port
FC-10ETH – Overview
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3.1 Defining the FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller
Figure 1: FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller
Figure 2: Underside of the FC-10ETH Ethernet Controller
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FC-10ETH - Overview
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Feature
Function
1
12V DC
+12V DC connector for powering the unit
2
RS-232 COM 1 Port
Connects to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on the Kramer (or
other) device 1 or PC
3
ETHERNET Port
Connects to your LAN
4
RS-232 COM 2 Port
Connects to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on a Kramer (or
other) device 2 or PC
A Kramer device can be connected to either the RS-232 COM 2
port, or to the RS-485 terminal block port (but not to both)
5
RS-485 Terminal
Block Port
Connects to the RS-485 port on a Kramer (or other) device
A Kramer device can be connected to either the RS-232 COM 2
port, or to the RS-485 terminal block port (but not to both)
PIN A connects to the “A” (+) PIN; PIN B connects to the “B”
(–) PIN (and PIN G connects to the “G (Ground)” PIN, if
necessary)
The connection to G is usually not necessary for RS-485
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STATUS COM 1 LEDs
Lit when a signal is transmitted or received from port 1
(mostly used for troubleshooting)
7
STATUS COM 2 LEDs
Lit when a signal is transmitted or received from port 2
(mostly used for troubleshooting)
8
ON LED
Lit when receiving power
9
RESET Button
Press to reset the machine
Turns the machine off and on again while retaining its definitions
(identical to disconnecting the power adapter and then
connecting it again)
10
RS-485 TERM. Button
Press for BUS termination:
Set to OFF if the RS-485 terminal block port is not connected
Set to ON if the RS-485 terminal block port is connected
11
FACTORY RESET
Button
Press to reset to factory default definitions
First disconnect the power adapter and then connect it again
while pressing the FACTORY RESET button. The unit will power
up and load its memory with the factory default definitions
12
PROG Switch
Switch ON to upgrade firmware
13
CONFIG Switch
Not used, set to OFF
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