TACHPAK and TACHTROL Operations Manual - AI-Tek
TACHPAK and TACHTROL Operations Manual - AI-Tek
TACHPAK and TACHTROL Operations Manual - AI-Tek
You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles
YUMPU automatically turns print PDFs into web optimized ePapers that Google loves.
Set Dip Switches <strong>and</strong> install any necessary drivers for converter device as directedby manufacturers instructions. Windows will configure the converter as anadditional COM port.3.6. RS-485 link (<strong>TACHTROL</strong> / <strong>TACHPAK</strong> 30 only)RS-485 allows full TACHLINK function <strong>and</strong> the ability to communicate overthous<strong>and</strong>s of feet. Typically, the need to reload files from the installation disk iseliminated when connecting, one at a time, to multiple tachometers.3.6.1. Direct RS-485 linkThis method is the most direct but requires installation of a RS-485 card into thecomputer. Many are available commercially such as the B&B electronics model3PCIOU1 or equivalent. It is recommended to use a card that provides electricalisolation between computer <strong>and</strong> tachometer. Make connec tions as defined belowor follow manufacturers instructions. Set Dip Sw itches <strong>and</strong> install any necessarydrivers for converter device as directed by manufacturers instructions.3PCIOU1 <strong>TACHTROL</strong>/<strong>TACHPAK</strong> 30Designation Pin De signation PinGND 5 GND 1 or 5RD- 1 Tx - 2TD - 3 Rx - 3RD+ 9 Tx + 6TD+ 2 Rx + 7N/A N/A Not Used 4,8,93.6.2. RS-232 to RS-485 linkMany computers, especially laptops, have either RS-232 or USB connections <strong>and</strong>there may be no room to install a RS-485 card. An external converter such as theB&B electronics model 4WSD9TB or equivalent allows the connection of the23
Change language