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SmartNode 1000 and 2000 Series Getting Started Guide
3 • Planning the installation
The synchronous serial port is labeled SERIAL 0/0 on the SmartNode 2300. Before you connect a device to it
you need to check the following:
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Confirm that the device to which you are connecting the AT-VP730 is a DCE providing a clock signal on
the synchronous serial port
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Type of connector, male or female, required when connecting to the device port
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Signaling protocol; the device requires X.21 or V.35
Software tools
You will need a PC computer with HyperTerminal or equivalent VT-100 emulation program, or an ASCII termi-
nal (also called a dumb terminal) to configure the software on your SmartNode device.
Power source
If you suspect that your AC power is not reliable, for example if room lights flicker often or there is machinery
with large motors nearby, have a qualified professional test the power. Install a power conditioner if necessary.
Where to go next
When you finish preparing for SmartNode installation, go to the appropriate section to install the device:
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Installing the SmartNode 1200 (see chapter 4,
“SmartNode 1200 installation”
on page 66)
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Installing the SmartNode 1400 installation (see chapter 5,
“SmartNode 1400 installation”
on page 76)
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Installing the SmartNode 2300 installation (see chapter 6,
“SmartNode 2300 installation”
on page 85)
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Installing the SmartNode 2400 installation (see chapter 7,
“SmartNode 2400 installation”
on page 99)
The mains outlet that is utilized to power the equipment must be within
10 feet (3 meters) of the device and shall be easily accessible.
WARNING
