Pelco Server C1553M-B User Manual

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1. Connection Type:  Specify the type of connection between the device driver and the alarm unit. 

DIRECT SERIAL: The alarm unit is connected using an RS-232 to RS-422 converter or using an RS-422 PC serial port. 

INTERNET PROTOCOL: The alarm unit is connected to the serial port on a networked device. 

MODEM: This feature is reserved for future development. 

2. Settings:  Complete the instructions provided below for the appropriate connection type specified in Step 1. The settings must match the 

settings specified within the alarm unit. Refer to the CM9760-ALM installation/operation manual for information on unit settings.

Figure 110.  Communications Tab for CM9760-ALM Serial Settings

a.

Select the COM port the alarm unit is connected to from the drop-down box. 

b.

Set the baud rate to match the Port 0 DIP switch settings on the alarm unit. 19200 is recommended. If the alarm unit is daisy-chained 
from another alarm unit, use the same baud rate for all the units in the chain.

c.

The remaining settings should specify no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no flow control.

d.

Refer to Step 3 for instructions on completing the fields in the Miscellaneous section.

Figure 111.  Communications Tab for CM9760-ALM IP Settings