DS71-MD4 Serial host and 56k Modem
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Power
CAUTION: This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not install near water or expose this unit to
moisture. To prevent heat buildup, do not coil the power cord when in use. Do not use extension cords.
Do not attempt to make any internal changes to the power source. Do not attempt to modify any portion
or component of a DS-Series Data Switch unless specifically directed to; as in Appendix E of this
manual. BayTech must perform any internal changes.
CAUTION: High-voltage surges and spikes can damage this equipment. To protect from such power
surges and spikes, this unit must have a good earth ground. A grounding screw connection is located
near the power switch on the back of the unit.
CAUTION: Before removing or replacing any modules, turn off main power switch located on the DS-
Series Base Unit. Communication to the DS-Series Data Switch will be disrupted while power is off.
QUICK START: DS71-MD4 Module
by Bay Technical Associates
For those Administrators who have requested the bare minimum for this type of equipment, follow these
steps exactly. If this is a new unit shipped directly from Baytech, follow the steps. If this is a previously
own unit, perform a factory reset to clear out any users and passwords still in the unit.
Serial/Modem Configuration:
1. Connect the 9FRJ45PC-4 or 9FRJ45PC-1 adapter to your PC.
2. Connect the supplied rollover flat cable RJ08X007 to the adapter and to the EIA232 serial port
on the Baytech DS71-MD4 Module.
3. Use terminal emulation software to access the unit, (i.e. Microsoft Hyper-terminal). Set the PC
serial port configuration to the following: 9600 bps, 8 data bits, 1stop bit and no parity.
4. If you get only a blinking cursor Press ‘Enter’. If still only a blinking cursor, Type 5 semi-colons
(;),The Attention Character will not echo on the screen. There is a one second delay before the
menu is displayed. You should see a menu similar to (Figure 1).
5. Select ‘C’ for the configuration menu.
6. Select the DS71-MD4 module. You should see a menu similar to (Figure 2).
7. Select the number for ‘Login Setup’ option. You should see a menu similar to (Figure 3).
8. Select the number for ‘Manage Users’ option. You should see a menu similar to (Figure 4).
9. NOTE: The ‘admin’ user can not be deleted.
10. Select ‘A’ to add user. Type the name and password at the prompts.
11. Press ‘Enter’ until get to the ‘Login Setup Menu’ (Figure 3).
12. Select option ‘Access Control’ to enable or disable the Modem and Serial Login Prompts.
13. Press ‘Enter’ until get to the ‘Login Setup Menu’ (Figure 3).
14. Select option ‘Assign User Ports’ (Figure 5).
15. Select the user and add the ports.
16. Press ‘Enter’ until you get the Configuration menu (Figure 2).
17. Select ‘Serial Port Configuration’ and set up the modem configuration.
At this point you have setup enough basic configurations to operate this Baytech unit.
Serial Setup
• Connect the 9FRJ45PC-4 adapter to the user’s computer
