INSTALLATION
HARDWARE
Before you proceed with the installation of the board, make sure that the backplane technology
matches with the board technology (power supply, busses, etc ...).
CompactPCI headers located on the backplane are fragile
Ensure that the board is properly inserted into the board guide and connectors are aligned with
its related slot. If there is any resistance, do not use force to engage the board
Installation:
When the system is up and running, it is important to install the Rear Access I/O Module first
then complete with the installation of the Front Module.
Removal:
When the system is up and running, it is important to remove the Front Module first then
complete with the removal of the Rear Access I/O Module.
Caution:
The Rear Access I/O Module must not be installed or removed as long as Front Module is
present in the system.
For complete information on hardware installation, refer to the User’s Guide.
SOFTWARE
For complete information on software installation, refer to the User’s Guide.
KNOWS BUGS
None at this time.
MAKING CONNECTIONS
DS3 CONNECTION
The physical media consists of two 75-ohm coaxial cable links (with RJ-59 BNC connectors), one
for each direction of transmission.
Insertion loss and phase characteristics for cables are as follows:
For complete specifications, please refer to ANSI T1.102-1993.
RS-232 CONNECTION
The RS-232 interface be connected to an RS-232 terminal or a PC running a terminal emulation
software. The interface is set as follows: 57600 bauds ; 8 data bits ; 1 stop bit ; No parity.
The RS-232 cable must be a shielded RS-232 Null-Modem cable with a female DB9 connector.
NOTE
: The serial interface is for debug purposes only.
ETHERNET CONNECTION
The Ethernet connection must be made of an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable and a standard
RJ-45 connector.
The Ethernet interface is specified as follows: 10Mb/s ; Half-duplex.
NOTE
: The Ethernet interface is for debug and maintenance purposes only.
REPAIRS
Any repair to this board must be carried out by NMS. If you suspect the equipment is malfunctioning, check
the appropriate part of the User’s Guide to make sure that all installation procedures have been followed
correctly. If checking the installation procedures does not locate the problem, contact your field service
representative or our home office.
For return of material, refer to the RMA section.
RMA –Return Material Authorization
Check to see if the problem is due to a mistake or oversight in the installation process.
Contact our Technical Services at (450) 676-2977 to confirm that it is a board problem.
While observing correct static-safe handling procedures, disconnect all cables and remove the
board from the chassis. While the board is out, make a note of the serial number (located on a label
on the board).
Contact the RMA coordinator at (450) 676-2977. Give the board’s serial number and a brief
description of the problem. The RMA coordinator will give you an RMA number and an estimated
return date.
Pack the board in an anti-static shipping material. Include a printout of the brief description of the
problem.
Ship the board to NMS at the following address. NMS is not responsible for risk of loss or damage
in transit.
Natural MicroSystems
4200, La Periere, St-Hubert, Qc, Canada, J3Y 9G3
