Omega Products OM-EL-LINK-IR Installation Manual

OM-EL-LINK-IR

RS-232 Port Infrared Communication Module

INSTRUCTION

M3146/0109

SHEET

Part of OMEGA’s range of InfraRed Products, OM-EL-LINK-IR converts RS232 data into InfraRed format. This allows an IBM compatible PC or Psion work to communicate withother devices withoutthe need ofa cable.

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To operate, simplyplug OM-EL-LINK-IRinto the host’s serial COM port and point at the device you wish to communicate with. OM-EL-LINK-IRrequires no batteries and is powered from the host’s COM port. OM-EL-LINK-IRrequires no special software.

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Uses IrDA Communication Standard

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s no Batteries

s Cables in Most Applications

0 Baud Data Transfer Rate

Model No

InfraRed Communications OM-EL-LINK-IR

Specification Min Typ Max Unit

a Rate 9600 bps

Dat Communicatio Communicatio Curren

t consumption 2 2.3 2.5 mA

n distance 0 1 m n cone ±15 °

Note 1: Under normal lighting conditions.

Powering OM-EL-LINK-IR

OM-EL-LINK-IR draws its power from the handshaking lines of the host’s (e.g. laptop PC’s, etc.) RS232 port. In some circumstances, the computer will continue to provide power to the RS232 port, even when no programs are running. In order to maximize the host’s battery life, unplug OM-EL-LINK-IR when you have finished using it.

Communicatio

InfraRe

d communications can take place at distances between 0 (i.e. “noseto nose”) and 1 meter. OM-EL-LINK-IR should be pointed at the device with which

n Considerations

it is communicating, without obstacles obscuring its line of sight. At close ranges, small obstacles will not affect the communications link. The InfraRed beam has a cone with an angle of approximately 15° so the two devices do not have to be directly aligned.

Softwar

e Considerations

OM-EL-LINK-IRwill work with OM-EL-WIN data logging software. It will also work with applications where no handshaking is required.

Fitting an Extension Cable

An extension cable can be added to OM-EL-LINK-IR, as long as the cable used is of the“ straight through” type (i.e. no crossed wires). Both 9-way and 25-way connectors may be used. Do not use OM-EL-EASYLINK and null-modem cables.

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WARRANTY / DISCLAIMER

OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 13 months from date of pu rchase. OMEGA’s warranty to cover handling and shipping time. This ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum coverage on each product.

If the unit malfunctions, it must b e returned to the factory for eval uation. OMEGA’s Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written request. Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge. OMEGA’s purchaser, in cluding but not limited to mishandling, improper interfa cing, operation outside of des ign limits, improper repair, unauthorized modification. This WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of having been tampered with or shows evidence of hav ing bee n damag ed as a r esu lt of exces siv e misapplication; misuse or other operating conditions outside of OMEGA’s co ntrol. Components in which wear is not warranted, include but are not limited to contact points, fuses, and triacs.

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Customer Service Department will issue an

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RETURN REQUESTS / INQUIRIES

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warranty, and

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serial number of the product, and

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