Startech NETRS232 User Manual

1 Port RS232 Serial over IP Device Server
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User Manual
SKU#: NETRS232
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Manual Revision: 05/16/2019

Compliance Statements

FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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Safety Statements

Safety Measures
• Wiring terminations should not be made with the product and/or electric lines under power.
• Cables (including power and charging cables) should be placed and routed to avoid creating electric, tripping or safety hazards.
Mesures de sécurité
• Les terminaisons de câblâge ne doivent pas être eectuées lorsque le produit et/ou les câbles électriques sont sous tension.
• Les câbles (y compris les câbles d’alimentation et de chargement) doivent être placés et acheminés de façon à éviter tout risque électrique, de chute ou de sécurité
安全対策
• 電源が入っている状態の製品または電線の終端処理を行わないでくださ い。
• ケーブル(電源ケーブルと充電ケーブルを含む)は、適切な配置と引き回し を行い、電気障害やつまづきの危険性など、安全上のリスクを回避するよう にしてください 。
Misure di sicurezza
• I terminiali dei li elettrici non devono essere realizzate con il prodotto e/o le linee elettriche sotto tensione.
• I cavi (inclusi i cavi di alimentazione e di ricarica) devono essere posizionati e stesi in modo da evitare pericoli di inciampo, rischi di scosse elettriche o pericoli per la sicurezza.
Säkerhetsåtgärder
• Montering av kabelavslutningar får inte göras när produkten och/eller elledningarna är strömförda.
• Kablar (inklusive elkablar och laddningskablar) ska dras och placeras på så sätt att risk för snubblingsolyckor och andra olyckor kan undvikas.
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Table of Contents
Compliance Statements ........................................................................1
Safety Statements ..................................................................................2
Product Diagram ....................................................................................4
Front View ....................................................................................................................................................4
Rear View ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
DB-9 Serial Port Pinout ............................................................................................................................ 6
RJ45 Port Pinout ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Product Information ..............................................................................7
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 7
System Requirements .............................................................................................................................. 7
Hardware Installation ............................................................................8
DIN-Rail Bracket ......................................................................................................................................... 8
DIN-Rail Mounting .................................................................................................................................... 8
Connecting to Terminal Block Power .................................................................................................9
Software Installation .............................................................................9
Operation ..................................................................................................................................................... 10
Specications ..........................................................................................14
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Product Diagram

Front View

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2
4
5
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1 DB-9 Serial Port
2 Transmit LED
3 Power LED
4 Receive LED
5 Power Jack (10-30V DC)
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Rear View

1 2
1 Terminal Block (10-30V DC)
2 RJ45 Port
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DB-9 Serial Port Pinout

1 5
6 9
Pin 1 DCD Pin 6 DSR
Pin 2 RXD Pin 7 RTS
Pin 3 TXD Pin 8 CTS
Pin 4 DTR Pin 9 RI
Pin 5 GND

RJ45 Port Pinout

Pin 1 TX+ Pin 3 RX+
Pin 2 TX- Pin 6 RX-
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Product Information

Packaging Contents

Serial over IP Device Server x 1
DIN Rail Kit x 1
Terminal Block x 1
Universal Power Adapter (NA/UK/EU) and AU in Australia x 1
Software CD x 1
User Manual x 1

System Requirements

Cables
RJ45 terminated Cat5 or higher Ethernet cabling
Network
10/100Mbps compatible Ethernet network
Operating System
Windows® 8, 8.1, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, Windows® Server 2012,
2008 R2, 2003 or Linux (The included software does not support Linux. To emulate a local COM port Linux users would need to use Telnet.).
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Hardware Installation

DIN-Rail Bracket

Follow the below procedure to install the DIN-Rail Bracket to the RS232 Device Server.
1. Align the DIN-Rail Bracket ush onto the back of the Device
Server.
2. Align the DIN-Rail Bracket Mounting Holes with the Pilot
Holes on the Device Server and use the Screws (x 2) to secure the DIN-Rail Bracket to the Device Server.
Installing the Din Rail Bracket

DIN-Rail Mounting

Follow the below procedure to mount the device server to a DIN-Rail.
1. Tilt the Device Server, making sure that the Metal Spring
located at the back is positioned on top of the DIN-Rail.
2. Push the Device Server towards the DIN-Rail, until it clicks.
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Connecting to Terminal Block Power

The Device Server is powered by either the Universal Power Adapter (included), or a 2-wire 10~30V DC Power Source via
the Terminal Block (included).
1. Attach the included Universal Power Adapter to an AC
Electrical Outlet.
- or -
2. To use terminal block power, gently pull the Terminal Block
Connector Housing from the Device Server.
3. Using a Flat Head Screwdriver, loosen the Screws on the
Terminal Block Connectors.
4. Connect the Power and Ground wires from your DC Power
Source to the proper Terminal Block Connectors and fasten the Screws. The terminals are marked on the device server housing.
5. Reinsert the Terminal Block Connector Housing into the
Device Server.

Software Installation

1. Using a CAT5e/6 Cable connect the RJ45 Port on the
Device Server to your Local Area Network (LAN).
Note: Alternatively, you can also use a Crossover Cable to connect the Device Server directly to your system for the initial conguration.
2. Insert the provided CD into your DVD/CD-ROM drive.
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3. Browse to the folder \VCOM driver and execute the
vcomsetup.exe installer.
Browse to the VCOM Drive Folder
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation of the VCOM and WinPcap software.

Operation

1. Start the software by launching the VCOM shortcut.
2. Click the Search button in the VCOM screen to locate the
device.
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Click the Search Button
Note: If required, allow access to the software through the Windows Firewall by clicking the Allow access button.
Windows Firewall screen
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3. When the device is found, congure the PC to the same IP
domain by clicking the Congure button. The default IP address of the device is “192.168.1.1”.
Note: The default Gateway Address is “192.168.1.254”.
4. In the Input Attributes screen, enter the following:
Account Name: admin
Password: 00000
Input Attributes screen
5. When the device is connected, the Congure Dialog screen
will open to set your desired IP settings.
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Congure Dialog screen
6. When your settings have been customized, click the OK
button at the bottom of the screen.
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Specications
Interface Serial
Industry Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Ports 1
1x DB-9 (9 pin; D-Sub) Male
Connectors
Auto MDIX Yes
Compatible
Networks
Data Bits 5, 6, 7, 8
Flow Control RTS/CTS, None
Max Baud Rate 230.4 Kbps
Parity None, Even, Odd, Space, Mark
Remote
Management Ability
Serial Protocols RS-232
Stop Bits 1, 2, 1.5
Supported Protocols
1x RJ-45 Female 1x Terminal Block (2 wire) 1x DC Power
10/100 Mbps
Yes
Telnet, VCOM, TCP Server, TCP Client, UDP, HTTP,DHCP, ICMP(PING), Static IP, ARP
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Enclosure Type Plastic
Product Dimensions
(LxWxH)
86mm x 54mm x 23mm
1x Power
1x Tx
LED Indicator(s)
1x Rx
1x 10/100 Mbps Indicator
1x Link / Activity
Terminal Block: 10~30V DC (2
Power Input
wire)
DC Jack: 10~30V DC 3.5mm
Power Consumption 1.45W Max
Enclosure Material Plastic
Operating
Temperature
0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature -10°C to 70°C (-14°F to 158°F)
Humidity 0~90% RH
Product Weight 2.29 oz (65 g)
Windows® 8 / 8.1 (32/64bit),
Compatible
Operating Systems
7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64), 2000, Windows® Server 2012, 2008 R2, 2003(32/64)
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Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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