Refer to the back of this manual for Factory Service and Technical Support contact information

9.3Modem Connection

9.3.1Controller Setup

NOTE: If using a CXCI: configure modem settings via Ethernet (web server) only.

CAUTION

Do not connect anything other than the Alpha modem and Alpha-supplied DB-9 cable to the D-sub port on the front of the CXCI.

NOTE: To set the modem number of rings, edit the MODEM INIT STRING; for example:

E1MIQ0X4S0=N, where N is the number of rings. Recommended value is 1 to 5.

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9.3.2Computer Setup

1.In Windows® 2000, select START menu, SETTINGS, and then select NETWORK AND DIAL-UP CONNECTIONS.

2.Double-click the MAKE NEW CONNECTION icon to start the Network Connection Wizard.

3.Select DIAL-UP TO PRIVATE NETWORK. Note: Some systems may come up with another pop-up selection for modem or infrared port. Modem should be selected.

4.Enter the phone number for the Cordex (this field can be blank and the phone number may be entered in the pop-up connection window, see note below).

5.Select FOR ALL USERS or ONLY FOR MYSELF as required. Then select NEXT to continue.

6.Select a Unique name for the Cordex connection; for example, “SiteName CXC.modem.” Then select FINISH to continue. Note: A dialup connection interface may appear. (If not, enter the phone number as in step 4. If in Step 5, FOR ALL USERS was selected, then there is no need to enter user name and password. Leave these two fields blank.)

7.Select PROPERTIES. Ensure the correct modem appears under “CONNECT USING.” Then select CONFIGURE to continue.

8.Change MODEM SPEED (BPS) to 57600. Deselect all HARDWARE FEATURES and select OK to continue.

9.Select the NETWORKING tab (Dial-up Connection Properies window).

10.Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Then select PROPERTIES to continue.

11.Select OBTAIN IP ADDRESS AUTOMATICALLY and select OK to continue.

Launch Internet Explorer® version 6.0 or greater to access the Cordex web interface. Type the address http://10.10.10.203 into the URL section.

9.3.3CXC Modem Test Feature (via Web interface only)

This feature is a modem dial out test and can only be done using the web interface with Ethernet (Local or Remote) connection. Refer to controller setup and computer setup above.

1.Connect the computer modem to a phone jack.

2.Establish connection between controller and computer and launch CXC user web interface.

3.Once the connection is established, navigate to HARDWARE and then TEST MODEM (Figure 114).

4.Enter the TELEPHONE NUMBER.

5.Click on TEST MODEM to initiate test.

Figure 114–Test Modem web interface window

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