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8.3.2
Connecting to the VP-774 via RS-232
You can connect to the
VP-774
via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a PC.
Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required.
To connect to the
VP-774
via RS-232, connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel
port on the
VP-774
unit via a 9-wire straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3,
and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC.
8.3.3
Connecting the VP-774 via the ETHERNET Port
You can connect the
VP-774
via the Ethernet, using a crossover cable
(see
) for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable
(see
) for connection via a network hub or network router.
8.3.3.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable)
You can connect the Ethernet port of the
VP-774
to the Ethernet port on your PC,
via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory
default IP Address of the
VP-774
during the initial configuration.
After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:
1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop.
2. Select
Properties
.
3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties.
4. Select
Properties
.
The Local Area Connection Properties window appears.
5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the
Properties
Button (see
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