MODEL232BSS4 B&B Electronics, MODEL232BSS4 Datasheet - Page 24

• Manufacturer Part Number: MODEL232BSS4
• Description: Buffered Smart Switch
• Manufacturer: B&B Electronics

Chapter 4: SETUP SOFTWARE
Introduction
the switch. The software can be run on any PC compatible computer
running Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, or XP operating
system.
volatile memory so the switch can be powered down and used
anywhere without the loss of configuration data. Configurations can
also be saved to a file for setting up more than one switch to the
same configuration.
Connection
Master port of the 232BSS4. If the computer’s serial port is a 25 pin
D-sub, a straight through connection cable is required. If the
computer’s serial port is a 9-pin D-sub, the cable should be an XT to
AT adapter cable such as B&B’s model 232CAM, or a cable that
would normally be used with a modem. See Appendix B for a
complete set of connection tables to the 232BSS4 ports.
Phillips screwdriver. Remove the top cover. Install the setup jumper
marked JP1. See Figure 4.1 for a diagram of the PCBD. Power up
the 232BSS4 with the setup jumper installed to put the switch in
setup mode. The setup software can not recognize the switch if the
setup jumper is not installed or if the jumper is installed after the unit
is powered up. Remove the setup jumper when configuration is
complete to put the 232BSS4 in normal operating mode.
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The 232BSS4 comes with simple setup software for configuring
Once the switch is configured, all parameters are saved in non-
A serial (COM) port of the computer should be connected to the
Remove the screws (4) on the bottom of the 232BSS4 with a
Figure 4.1 Setup Jumper Location
Documentation Number 232BSS41202 Manual