Magnum VS –48 Vdc User’s Manual Page 36
6.5. Controller without Display
This controller does not have a built in display and keypad. It does not use the fifth rectifier slot.
All parameter changes or viewing of status is made either locally using a PC or remotely by
interface to the network management card. Refer to Figure 6.5-1 for the front panel layout.
Figure 6.5-1 Magnum VS Controller without Display
6.6. Operation Using the RS-232 Comm Port
The front panel DB-9 connector provides a means to connect a PC to the controller locally to set
controller parameters and to view status. To connect to this port use a straight through cable
such as APC part number 0129-XX. A 0129-6 is included with this manual. . Refer to the
Network Management Card Quick Start Manual or the User's Guide supplied on the CD shipped
with the system for details on how to communicate to the controller using a terminal emulation
program like HyperTerminal
(TM)
or Procomm
(TM
NOTE: The smart-signaling cable (940-0024 or 940-1524) referenced in the Quick Start Manual
and User's Guide does not apply to the Magnum VS. Use a straight through cable such as APC
part number 0129-XX. A 0129-6 is included with this manual.
Communication to the controller through the local serial port is accomplished via the network
management card's Control Console interface. This is a simple text based menu interface.