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SDEC -X000 DACS Calibration Manual v1.0.doc
4.2 Ethernet Connection
For all SDEC-3000 installations you will need either a
crossover Ethernet cable or the SDEC will need to be
connected to an Ethernet hub (figure 3). For all SDEC-4000
installations both the SDEC-4000P and SDEC-4000X, as well
as your computer
must
be connected to an Ethernet hub and
on the same network (figure 4).
NOTE
:
The below instructions assume you will be using an
Ethernet hub or router. If you are using the SDEC-3000 you
can optionally use a crossover cable and not use a hub
.
Figure 3. SDEC-3000
Figure 4. SDEC-4000
4.2.1
Initial Network Connection
Plug router in to AC and make sure it is powered ON
Begin with PC OFF, SDEC UNPLUGGED (no power). Connect
PC to Ethernet router and boot PC. It should acquire a network
address. This can be verified in
Start Menu
Control
Panel
Network Connections
Local Area Network
Support
Tab
. Prior to getting the SDEC-3000 or 4000 On-line and
working turn it may be necessary to turn off your Windows
internet firewall on your computer so that you can talk to the
EQ (you do this from the “Control Panel”).
Figure 5.
Connect the SDEC to an Ethernet router and plug in to AC
(there is no power button). The unit will boot up and acquire a
network address. This can be verified by watching the front
panel display. It will display the boot up message and then
scroll through product ID, Network Address and current time