MCN Monitoring and Control Network Comparator Display System Host Computer Interface Module HIB Hardware Reference Manual S2-60427-210 NOTE: This module must be configured before being installed in your system. Refer to section 4 and 7 for information about the module configuration.
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HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS .................................................................................................... 1 2. THEORY OF OPERATION ................................................................................................. 2 3. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................
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HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 1. Introduction Introduction The Host Computer Interface Module (HIB) is a member of the Monitoring and Control Network (MCN™) family of User Interface Modules. Hardware specifications and configuration information are described in this manual. The HIB module connects a PC, running CTI Product’s MCN Remote Comparator Display software (MCN RCD) to the MCN network.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 2. Theory of Operation Theory of Operation The HIB module does not provide any direct monitoring or control functions. Its purpose is to bridge the MCN network and the PC’s serial COM port. The HIB module is used along with CTI Product’s MCN Remote Comparator Display (MCN RCD) software (reference 2) to provide a PC based operator station. The monitoring and control functions are performed by the MCN RCD software.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 3. Specifications Specifications Size Weight Temperature Humidity Module Power PC Connector Network Connector Safety Approvals Emissions Compliance Susceptibility Compliance 5.5” x 4.2” x 1.5” (140 x 107 x 38 mm) 16 oz (455 gm) 0 - 50 ºC 10 - 95% non-condensing 10 - 32 VDC / 2 Watts max.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 4. Option Switches Option Switches Five sets of option switches are provided for module configuration. The module must be power cycled or reset after these switches are set so that the options will take effect. Table 2 describes the option switches and shows the factory defaults.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. Option Switches Option A, switch 5 is used to set either local (HIB is connected directly to the PC) or remote (HIB is connected through modems to the PC) operation. Option A Switch 5 DOWN UP HIB mode selection Local Remote Table 4 - Option A, Switch 5 Definition When operating in remote mode, the HIB, after a reset, will send a programmable initialization string to the modem.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 5. Connectors Connectors The NETWORK IN/OUT ports on the front of the HIB are used to connect the HIB with other MCN modules. These ports carry both the network data signals and the DC power for power distribution with other modules. Table 5 gives the pinout for these connectors. Figure 2 shows the location of pin 1 for each port. PRODUCTS, INC.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. Connectors Table 6 gives the wiring list for the PC to HIB cable, with both DB25 or DB9 connections to the PC. This cable is used when the HIB’s OPTION A, switch 5 is set for local mode operation.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 6. Mounting Mounting Please refer to reference 1, Mounting Options, for details of mounting the HIB module. CAUTION Make sure that any mounting screws used to secure unit to a bracket do not protrude into the unit’s enclosure more than 1/8 inches from the bottom surface of the unit. Using a larger screw that touches the pc board inside the unit may damage the unit when it is powered. Doing so will void the unit’s warranty.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 7. Device Driver Installation Device Driver Installation For the HIB module to operate with the MCNRCD software, the CTIHIB.SYS device driver must be loaded by CONFIG.SYS or CONFIG.NT as shown below: OS DOS Windows 9x Windows NT, 2000 Windows XP Configuration File c:\config.sys c:\config.sys c:\winnt\system32\config.nt c:\windows\system32\config.nt The CTIHIB.SYS device driver provides the communication interface between the HIB and the MCNRCD software.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. Device Driver Installation For example, if your mouse is using COM1 and IRQ4, and you want the HIB connected to COM3, you will need to change the IRQ number used by the device driver (possibly to 5) so that the device driver’s interrupt will not conflict with the mouse’s interrupt. NOTE: System operation can become very slow or may be inoperable if the interrupt used by CTIHIB.SYS is also used by another device in your PC. Warning -- COM Port Conflicts 1.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 7.2 Device Driver Installation Command Line Examples for CTIHIB.SYS Below are a few examples of the CONFIG.SYS or CONFIG.NT command lines that will load the device driver CTIHIB.SYS. DEVICE = C:\CTI\CTIHIB.SYS Loads the device driver and tells the driver to that the HIB is connected to COM1. Interrupt 4 is used for this COM port. DEVICE = C:\CTI\CTIHIB.SYS /P2 Loads the device driver and tells the driver to that the HIB is connected to COM2.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. PC Modem Support 8. PC Modem Support 8.1 DOS The MCNRCD.exe Remote Comparator Display program runs on laptop and desktop PCs under DOS with external modems. It will also support some internal modems that are real modems (not WIN Modems). 8.2 Windows 95 & 98 The MCNRCD.exe Remote Comparator Display program runs on laptop and desktop PCs using Windows 95 & 98 with external modems only.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 10. HIB Modem Support HIB Modem Support When the HIB module is configured for remote mode operation (OPTION A switch 5 is in the UP position), a modem initialization string is sent to the modem each time the HIB is reset or power cycled. This initialization string is stored in the HIB’s non-volatile memory. Modems that use different command sets, may require you to change the HIB’s default initialization string.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. 11. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This table is a list of troubleshooting tips specific to the HIB module. For additional troubleshooting tips, refer to the troubleshooting section found in the Monitoring and Control Network System Manual, reference 1. Due to the high percentage of surface-mount components, the HIB is treated as a field replaceable unit.
HIB Hardware Reference CTI Products, Inc. Troubleshooting PROBLEM under Windows NT, 2000, or XP CAUSE These versions of Windows require CTIHIB.SYS dated 4/30/02 or later. After you change the file, be sure to re-boot the PC. HIB Doesn't Work (HIB Versions 250 & up) Verify the settings of switches. Option B position 4 MUST be DOWN. Ser Mode Positions 1 & 2 must be UP. (These switches have added functionality when the HIB module is used for other applications.
