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1. continued on next page This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 8 oa K Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual For example if you have a Palm you will have to tell the Palm Desktop software to look for your Palm handheld hardware on a Keyspan serial port By doing this you establish communication between your serial device s software ie the Palm Desktop software and your serial device hardware the Palm handheld unit Most serial devices will have software that will allow you to select which serial port the device is connected to Depending on your serial device and its software you may have to configure a Control Panel ie modems accessing ISPs an application ie UPSes or some combination of these ie modems accessing terminals using Zterm Please refer to your serial devices documentation on which method your serial device uses and how to access that software s serial port configuration screen Once you ve determined where to select or configure your serial device s software s serial port settings please proceed to Step 5 Step 5 Determine Which Serial Port To Select In Your Serial Device s Software When you ve found the port selection screen in your serial device s software you may be presented with a list of serial port names a list of icons or some combination of both At this point you have to select the name or icon2. e KEYSPAN means KEYSPAN a division of InnoSys Incorporated e Software means the computer program contained in this package and all updates to the computer program The term also includes all copies of any part of the computer program e Documentation means the on disk user s manual s as well as printed materials accompanying the Software e Product means the Software and Documentation Copyright Protection The Product is owned by KEYSPAN and is protected by United States and international copyright laws and international trade provisions You must treat the Product like any other copyrighted material This license and your right to use the Product terminate automatically if you violate any part of this agreement In the event of termination you must immediately destroy all copies of the Product or return them to KEYSPAN License Grant Upon receipt of full payment for this product KEYSPAN grants you a non exclusive license to e Use one copy of the Software on a single computer Dedicated Computer e Make one copy of the Software for archival purposes or copy the Software onto the hard disk of your computer and retain the original for archival purposes If one individual uses the Software on the Dedicated Computer more than 80 of the time it 1s in use then the individual may also use a second copy of the Software for use on a single home computer provided such use on a single home computer is limited to no more than 20 of the tim
3. Launch the Keyspan Serial Assistant application When you open the Keyspan Serial Assistant application the Serial Adapter Status text box will report Driver and UPSH 112 Device found OK or Renumerating Done These messages indicate the Keyspan adapter software and hardware are installed properly If you do not receive either of these messages please contact Keyspan Tech Support for further assistance Otherwise skip ahead to Step 2 Software Serial Device Troubleshooting Step 2 Check The Physical Connections Make certain that your serial device 1s powered on and is properly connected to the Keyspan Serial Adapter Proceed to Step 3 Step 3 Check Your Serial Device s Software Configuration Check to see if your serial device s software is configured to use the Keyspan port Please refer to your serial device s documentation for instructions on how to select switch configure a serial port in that software Once you ve found your software port configuration screen does it display the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator port name s This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 18 ay R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual If you do not see the Keyspan port name s please contact Keyspan Tech Support for further assistance If you see the Keyspan port name s and have properly selected the Keyspan port that your serial device
4. This documentation applies to Keyspan s Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS 8 6 9 x and covers the features and use of this software on that platform For Mac OS X information and instructions please read the Keyspan USB Serial Software for Mac OS X User Manual or visit Keyspan s web page lt http www keyspan com gt This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 2 K Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 2 1 Capabilities The Keyspan Mini Port Replicator is three devices in one It contains one male DB9 serial port one female DB25 printer port and a two port USB hub Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Serial Port Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Serial Port Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Port Icon And Name Printer Fort USB The DB9 serial port on the Mini Port Replicator supports RS 232 asynchronous communications at data rates up to 115 2 Kbps Please read our Compatibility List for Mac OS for a list of serial devices that have been tested with the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator The male DB9 serial port on the Keyspan Adapter is seen as a serial port by Mac OS The Keyspan serial port is interfaced via the CommToolBox API and is then available to any program that accesses serial ports via this API For programs that don t use the CommToolBox to access serial ports the Keyspan adapter can emulate the PRINTER port as found on older Macintosh computer
5. Adapter to send data Since this test does not test the ability to receive data Results of this test listed in the Serial Adapter Status text box Please note that this test cannot take place when the Keyspan serial port is in use by another application Note The Loopback Test is not available on the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator e The Advanced Settings button will access the Keyspan adapter s advance configuration options Once you click this button you will open the Keyspan Manager window e The External Loopback command tests the Adapter s ability to send and receive data This test requires an external loopback connector For details about external loop back connectors please read the External Loopback Connector information in Serial Port Pin Outs appendix in this manual 5 1 a Keyspan Manager The Keyspan Manager window allows you to modify characteristics of your Keyspan serial port s You should only change settings in this window if you are sure that you specifically need to change them To open the Keyspan Manager click the Advanced Settings button in the Keyspan Serial Assistant control panel located in your Control Panels folder located in your hard drive s System Folder This will open the Keyspan Manager window continued on next page This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 12 a l Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manu
6. Monitor Hold command will stop the Keyspan Manager from spooling the Line Monitor data Deselecting this option will resume the collection of Line Monitor data k Disable Printer Emulation The Disable Printer Emulation command will disable Printer port emulation on ALL Keyspan Mini Port Replicators connected to your computer Deselecting this option will allow Printer port emulation on any Keyspan Mini Port Replicator connected to your computer Use INT Endpoints as Default The USE INT Endpoints as Default command will make ALL Keyspan Mini Port Replicators connected to your computer default to use INTERRUPT endpoints for better performance at high baud rates Assume CTS ON The Assume CTS ON command will force ALL Keyspan Adapters connected to your computer to assume that the CTS signal is ON or HIGH when CTS is not specified by your serial device s software or serial cable Note This option is DISABLED on the Keyspan High Speed USB Serial Adapter and Keyspan Mini Port Replicator This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 17 oa K Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 6 1 Problem Solving If you are having problems with your Keyspan Mini Port Replicator in Mac OS please read the following instructions to assist you in troubleshooting your Keyspan adapter Hardware Troubleshooting Step 1 Use the Keyspan Serial Assistant
7. is connected to and are still having problems please continue to Step 4 Step 4 Use Your Serial Device If you have followed all of the above steps and are still having problems with your Keyspan Mini Port Replicator contact Keyspan Tech Support for further assistance When You Need More Help The Keyspan web site http www keyspan com is your best source for technical support information The web site includes technical notes reference manual updates and answers to frequently asked questions You may also contact our technical support department directly via email phone or fax Please see the Support Information section in this manual for more details This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 19 A K Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 Appendices e Frequently Asked Questions FAQs Frequently Asked Questions e Compatibility List for Mac OS List of serial devices that have been tested with Keyspan serial adapters e Configuration Examples for Mac OS Instructions on configuring select serial devices to use Keyspan serial ports e Serial Port Pin Outs Serial Port Pin Out and Loopback Test Information e LED Behavior Description of the LED Behavior on your Keyspan Adapter e Notices FCC CE VCCI Copyright and Trademark Information e Keyspan Warranty Information Keyspan Warranty Information e Support Information
8. of the Keyspan serial adapter you are connecting to Please note that you can see the port name and icon port name of your Keyspan Serial Adapter in the Capabilities section in this manual Step 6 Use Your Serial Device Once you ve configured your serial software to use the Keyspan serial port you re ready to start using your serial device under Mac OS This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 9 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 5 1 Keyspan Serial Assistant Besides the required drivers the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator software installer installs an application called Keyspan Serial Assistant This application is used to e Determine the status of the adapter software and hardware e Assist in problem solving Launching the Keyspan Serial Assistant To launch the Assistant double click the Keyspan Serial Assistant icon in your Control Panels folder This will open the Keyspan Serial Assistant window the Keyspan Serial Assistant window Keyspan UPSH 112 Serial Assistant Driver Version 2 6 as of Jun 10 2002 14 27 25 Assistant Version 2 6 as of Jun 10 2002 14 27 57 Serial Adapter Status Driver and UPSH 112 Device found OF The Keyspan Serial Assistant will display any Keyspan Mini Port Replicators connected to your computer If your Keyspan adapter hardware and software are installed correctly you will see Dr
9. s screen Once you ve emulated the Printer port Port 1 will be accessible by selecting the PRINTER port icon or Printer Port USB port name in your serial device s software Printer port emulation is turned OFF by default Note If you install more than one Keyspan Mini Port Replicators on your Mac Port 1 on subsequent adapters will have different names please contact Keyspan for details Keyspan Mini Port Replicator 2 port USB Hub Keyspan Mini Port Replicator 2 port USB Hub The Keyspan Mini Port Replicator also includes a 2 port USB hub This hub support USB 1 1 devices and functions as a bus powered USB hub Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Printer Port Keyspan Mini Port Replicator DB25 Printer Port The DB25 printer port on the Mini Port Replicator is seen a USB Printer Class Device Certain printers such as Epson support USB Printer Class Devices so that you can connect a parallel printer to a Mac Please check with Keyspan for details This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 4 ay K Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 3 1 Installation Instructions Installing the Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS Note These instructions apply to installing the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator on Mac OS 8 6 through 9 x If you are installing this software on Mac OS X via CLASSIC please read the Keyspan USB Serial Software f
10. 4 l Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual Table of Contents e Introduction e Capabilities e Installation Instructions e Configuring Your Serial Device e Keyspan Serial Assistant e Problem Solving e Appendices e Frequently Asked Questions FAQs e Compatibility List for Mac OS e Configuration Examples for Mac OS e Serial Port Pin Outs e LED Behavior e Notices e Keyspan Warranty Information e Support Information This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 1 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 1 1 Introduction Looking for a way to connect your serial devices to a USB port on your USB equipped Macintosh computer The Keyspan Mini Port Replicator is a simple inexpensive and reliable way to make this connection The Adapter plugs into any USB port on your Mac It provides one DB9 serial port which can be used to connect to your Palm Organizer PSION Wacom tablet and many other serial devices Up to 8 Keyspan Mini Port Replicators may be installed on one CPU if desired Requirements The Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS requires the following e Macintosh e At least one available USB port e Mac OS 8 6 9 x Contents The Keyspan Mini Port Replicator package part UPR 112 includes e Keyspan Mini Port Replicator UPSH 112 e Mac and Windows compatible CD with software and user manual Note
11. A Not Tested x Requires emulated MODEM or PRINTER port Y Compatible N Not Compatible See Guide for Information not compatible with Operating System Compatibility List for Mac OS 8 6 9 x USA19Qi UPSH112 USA19Q USA19QW Product Guide USA19 USA19W USA49W Graphic Tablets Wacom Tablets serial Y Y Y PDAs and PDA Software Palm y Y Y Y Digital Cameras and Digital Camera Software CamerAid N Y Y Olympus Digital Cameras serial N Y Y This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 23 A l Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual Modems and Modem Software Remote Access software Apple N Y Y AOL software N Y Y Modems serial any model N Y Y Compatibility List for Mac OS Notes n a n a This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev 02jun20JA Page 24 ay R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 c Configuration Examples for Mac OS The following is a list of available configuration examples for Mac OS These example provide step by step instructions on configuring select serial devices The current example available are e Palm Desktop For the latest version of this list please visit our web site at http www keyspan com For the configuration examples for other operating system 1e Mac OS X Windows etc please refer to the user manual for t
12. ED BY THIS DOCUMENT The information herein and the Keyspan products themselves are furnished only pursuant to and subject to the terms and conditions of a duly executed License Agreement KEYSPAN SPECIFICALLY DECLINES ALL WARRANTIES WHETHER IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE KEYSPAN has no responsibility financial or otherwise for any result of the use of this document and or the associated product including direct indirect special and or consequential damages The information contained herein is subject to change without notice Trademarks KEYSPAN is a trademark of InnoSys Inc Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc used under license Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the USA and other countries Palm PalmPilot and Palm III are trademarks of Palm Computing Corp 3Com Corporation or is subsidiaries Other brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Copyright 2002 KEYSPAN a division of InnoSys Inc This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev 02jun20JA Page 33 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 y Keyspan Warranty Information KEYSPAN Software License Agreement and Limited Warranty Definitions The following definitions apply to the terms as they appear in this agreement
13. However there are some USB hubs that cannot fully support some USB devices If you are having problems with a Keyspan USB device that is connected to a USB hub please connect the Keyspan USB device to a built in USB This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 21 A l Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual port on your computer If this solves the problem then this may be an issue with your USB hub If you are encountering this problem or something similar to it please contact Keyspan Tech Support for further instructions This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev 02jun20JA Page 22 etd l Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 b Compatibility List for Mac OS The following is a list of serial devices that have been tested with various Keyspan Serial Products on Mac OS 8 6 9 x This list is intended to be used as reference guide and not as complete compatibility list We are constantly testing products and adding them to this list For the latest version of this list please visit our web site at http www keyspan com For the compatibility list for other operating system 1e Mac OS X Windows etc please refer to the user manual for that platform or visit our web site at http www keyspan com Legend e See Notes section at end of list y Configuration Guide Available
14. ION No Liability for Consequential Damages In no event shall KEYSPAN or its resellers be liable for any damages whatsoever including without limitation damages for loss of profits business interruption loss of information or other pecuniary loss arising out of the use of or inability to use this KEYSPAN product even if KEYSPAN has been advised of the possibility of such damages Because some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential damages the above limitation may not apply to you The foregoing limitations of warranty and liability inure to the benefit of KEYSPAN licensors having an interest in this package This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 35 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual General This agreement constitutes the entire software license agreement between you and KEYSPAN and supersedes any prior agreement concerning the contents of this package It shall not be modified except by written agreement dated subsequent to the date of this agreement and signed by an authorized KEYSPAN representative KEYSPAN is not bound by any provision of any purchase order acceptance confirmation correspondence or otherwise unless KEYSPAN specifically agrees to the provision in writing This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of California Keyspan a division of InnoSys Inc 3095 Ri
15. Information about obtaining technical support This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 20 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 a Frequently Asked Questions FAQs The following is a list of Frequently Asked Questions FAQs about the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS Keyspan frequently updates and adds the questions and answers list below For the latest list please visit the our web site at http www keyspan com Frequently Asked Question List Question How do I configure my serial device to recognize the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Answer To configure any serial device to use a serial port on any Keyspan USB Serial Adapter you must 1 Locate the software that controls your serial device 2 Access that software s port or connection configuration screen dialog menu etc 3 Select the Keyspan port that your device is connected to in port or connection configuration screen dialog menu etc for that device Depending on what type of serial device you have you may have to configure a control panel an application a plug in or an icon in the Chooser Keyspan provides documentation on how to configure many popular serial devices in the Configuration Examples for Mac OS appendix in this manual Question Can connect my Keyspan USB device to a USB hub Answer Yes any Keyspan USB device can be connected to a USB hub
16. S v2 6 User Manual Installing the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Hardware The following hardware installation instructions provide a basic overview on installing the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator in a USB port For detailed instructions on how to connect USB devices your specific computer please refer to the USB Device Install section in your computer s user s manual Step 4 Connect the USB cable to the Adapter if necessary If your Keyspan adapter does not have an attached USB cable attach the included USB cable into the Keyspan adapter s USB port Step 5 Connect the Adapter to your USB port Attach the Adapter to your computer by connecting the Adapter s USB cable into any built in USB port on your computer or USB Hub It is not necessary to turn off your computer when attaching the Adapter Step 6 Hardware Installation Complete Your Keyspan Mini Port Replicator is ready for use now that you have installed hardware and software Please proceed to the Configuring Your Serial Device section in this manual for instructions on what to do next This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 6 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 4 1 Configuring Your Serial Device Prior to using your serial device modem UPS etc with the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator you must 1 connect your serial device hardware to the Keyspan port 2 configu
17. TS ON The Keyspan Manager s Special menu is located in the Menu bar and provides access to the following command s Display Driver Events The Display Driver Events command copies the Keyspan Adapter s serial driver s internal event buffer into the Keyspan Manager s event log and displays it in a window This capability may be useful when troubleshooting a communications problem with the help of Keyspan staff Display Port Statistics The Display Port Statistics command functions the same as the Stats button button in the Keyspan Manager s window Log Port Statistics The Log Port Statistics command copies port statistics to the Keyspan Manager s event log but does not display the Stats window Adding statistical data to the event log enriches the information provided to Keyspan staff during troubleshooting v Line Monitor The Line Monitor option will display a Line Monitor window for port selected in the Port popup menu The Line Monitor will display all data and all modem control state changes sent to and from the Keyspan Adapter This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 16 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual v Line Monitor Spool The Line Monitor Spool creates a file where information from the Keyspan Manager s Line Monitor will be stored You can turn this option on or off Vv Line Monitor Hold The Line
18. age 7 l Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual Step 3 Check the Keyspan Serial Assistant Now that your serial device is connected to the Keyspan adapter you should check to see if the Keyspan serial port is installed correctly To do this open the Keyspan Serial Assistant located in Control Panels When you open the Keyspan Serial Assistant you will see the following window the Keyspan Serial Assistant window O Keyspan UPSH 112 Serial Assistant Driver Version 2 6 as of Jun 10 2002 14 27 25 Assistant Version 2 6 as of Jun 10 2002 14 27 57 Serial Adapter Status Driver and UPSH 112 Device found OF USB Status Existing Devices Hub USE Root Hub Simulation Hub USE Root Hub simulation Hub Hub in Apple Extended USE Eeyhoa Composite Apple Extended ULE Keyboard Composite Apple USB Mouse Advanced Settings If your Keyspan hardware and software are installed correctly the Serial Adapter Status text box will report Driver and UPSH 112 Device found OK or Renumerating Done If you see either of these messages proceed to Step 4 If you do not receive either of these messages proceed Problem Solving section in this manual Step 4 Determine Where To Select Configure The Keyspan Serial Port s Prior to using your serial device with a Keyspan serial port you must first tell that serial device s software which serial port your serial device hardware is connected to
19. al the Keyspan Manager window Keyspan UF H 112 Manager Unit usb1 1 Sil USE serial O Use Naming Cin Din ete ef Use INTERRUPT endpoints 2 6 as of Jun 10 2002 14 27 25 Port Receive FIFO Default is 16 Default buffer size Default is 64 O Double Baud Rate Ej Emulate Printer Port Status 4 ailable Test Keyspan Ca division of InnoSys Inc 1997 2002 Explanation of Manager Features The following is a description of all the relevant text boxes and menus found in the Keyspan Manager You can also obtain this information by selecting Show Balloons in the Help menu and moving the cursor over any item in the Manager Keyspan Manager Window Unit usb 2 1 F The Unit popup menu is used to select which Keyspan Adapter you would like to configure The available items in this menu will correspond to the physical location of any Mini Port Replicator or adapters that has been installed in your computer Use Maming Cin Din ete The Use Naming Cin Din check box allows use of an alternative port naming conventions This option is provided for compatibility with certain applications which adopted this naming convention Please contact the manufacturer of your serial to see if you require this setting to be enabled The default state is unchecked A change in this setting will take effect upon restart of your computer or until you disconnect and reconnect the adapter con
20. allows you to configure the number of characters which are stored in the card s First In First Out input buffer FIFO before they are made available to the computer The default value of this parameter is 16 The Receive FIFO improves the reliability of data transfer at high speeds You can turn this option OFF for performance reasons however this is not necessary in most cases continued on next page This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 14 ay R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual Default buffer size fes Default is 64 The Default buffer size text box allows to set a different buffer size to be established for the specified Adapter port This change takes effect upon restart of your computer Since most applications which use serial ports supply their own buffer this setting often has no benefit L Double Baud Rate The Double Baud Rate check box will allow certain older applications to use higher data rates than were foreseen when the application was written Some applications for example may not provide the opportunity to select a baud rate above 57 6 Kbps When this check box is checked the port will use a baud rate which is exactly double the rate specified in the application software Changes will take effect upon restart of your computer WARNING DO NOT enable this check box if you do not need to Enabling this che
21. chmond Pkwy Ste 207 Richmond CA 94806 This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 36 ay R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 z Support Information Contacting Support If you require assistance with any Keyspan product you may contact us by one of the following ways web email http www keyspan com support Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm Pacific e fax 1 510 222 0323 Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm Pacific e telephone 1 510 222 8802 tech support Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm Pacific International Support Options If you live outside of the United States and require assistance with your Keyspan product please contact the Keyspan s distributor in your country for technical support in your language For a list of Keyspan s international distributors please visit our international web page at http www keyspan com international This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 37
22. ck box in software that supports the baud rates higher than 57 6 will cause that software to operate incorrectly Emulate Printer Port The Emulate Modem Printer Port check box allows your Keyspan adapter to emulate the Printer Port or Modem Port as found on older Macintosh computers This allows software that is not CommToolBox Savvy to use a port on the Keyspan adapter Note This option is only available on Macs that do not have a built in Modem or Printer ie Blue and White G3s iMacs iBooks etc On Keyspan Adapters that only have ONE serial port you can only emulate the Printer port The Stats button will cause a Port Statistics window to appear The Stats window can be used to confirm that a baud rate for the selected port is set at your intended value It may also be used to document the existence of communications errors Status Available The Status text box displays current status of the selected port Information in this text box is dynamically updated continued on next page This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev 02jun20JA Page 15 ay R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual The Special Menu the Special menu Special Display Driver Events Display Port Statistics Log Port Statistics Line Monitor Line Monitor Spool Line Monitor Hold Disable Printer Emulation Use INT Endpoints as Default Assume C
23. ctly the Serial Adapter Status text box will report Driver and USA xxx Device found OK or Renumerating Done If you see either of these messages proceed to Step 2 If you do not receive either of these messages proceed Problem Solving section in this manual This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 26 oa K Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual Step 2 Open the HotSync Manager application Before you can begin to HotSync your Palm you must access and configure the HotSync Manager application The HotSync Manager is the program that manages the serial communication between your Palm and your computer Open the HotSync Manager application by double clicking the HotSync Manager application icon in your Palm folder or by selecting the HotSync Manager selection in the Palm menu as shown below the HotSync Manager selection in the Palm menu Switch to Palm Desktop Hot synce Manager Find Contact Create d Events amp Appointments Once the HotSync Manager application is opened you will be presented with the HotSync Software Setup window Step 3 Configure the HotSync Software Setup window In the HotSync Software Setup window click on the HotSync Controls tab at the top of the window This will display the HotSync Controls options the HotSync Controls tab and window DSS HotSync Software Setup SS H H
24. e e After written notification to KEYSPAN transfer the entire product on a permanent basis to another person or entity provided you retain no copies of the Product and the transferee agrees to the terms of this agreement For the purposes of this section use means loading the Software into RAM as well as installation on a hard disk or other storage device other than a network server You may access the Software from a hard disk over a network or any other means you choose so long as you otherwise comply with this agreement You may NOT This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 34 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual e Copy the documentation except for purposes of creating a back up copy for your own use e Modify translate or merge the Software with another program except for your personal use on a single computer Any modifications to the Software are subject to this agreement e Reverse engineer disassemble decompile or make any attempt to discover the source code of the Software e Sublicense rent or lease any portion of the Product e Use the previous version of the Software that has been upgraded or updated under this agreement Upon upgrading or updating the Software the old copy must be deleted from the computer and the original disks destroyed Limited Warranty on Software and Media KEYSPAN warrants the disks on wh
25. from your serial device On The Keyspan serial port is is sending Blinking Fast and or receiving data to and from the attached serial device Printer Green On The Keyspan printer port is working properly This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 30 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 x Notices Notices United States FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We InnoSys Incorporated at 3095 Richmond Parkway Suite 207 Richmond CA 94806 USA 510 222 7717 declare under our sole responsibility that the KEYSPAN Mini Port Replicator Model UPSH 112 complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CAUTION Changes or modifications to the Mini Port Replicator not expressly approved by InnoSys Incorporated could void the user s authority to operate this equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance wit
26. h the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult InnoSys Incorporated or an experienced radio TV technician for help continued on next page This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 31 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual CE MARK DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to EN 45014 Manufacturer s Name and Address InnoSys Incorporated 3095 Richmond Parkway Suite 207 Richmond CA 94806 Declares that the product Product Name KEYSPAN Mini Port Replicator Model Number UPSH 112 Conforms to the following Product Specifications EN 55022 1998 Class B EN 55024 1998 following the provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Mike Ridenhour Richmond CA USA President June 2002 Canada Digital Apparatus EMI Standard This Class B d
27. hat platform or visit our web site at http www keyspan com This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev 02jun20JA Page 25 l Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 c 01 Palm Desktop Before you begin This Configuration Example assumes that you have already done the following 1 installed the Keyspan serial port hardware and software 2 installed the Palm Desktop software 3 connected the Palm Serial Cradle hardware to a Keyspan serial port If you have not performed any of the steps mentioned above please do so before proceeding Step 1 Check the Keyspan Serial Assistant Before proceeding you should check to see if the Keyspan serial port is installed correctly To do this open the Keyspan Serial Assistant located in Control Panels When you open the Keyspan Serial Assistant you will see a window similar to the one shown below the Keyspan Serial Assistant window Keyspan USA28X Serial Assistant Driver Version 1 9 as of Apr 16 2002 10 09 26 Assistant Version 1 9 as of Apr 16 2002 10 10 24 Serial Adapter Status Driver and USA 28X Device found OE USB Status Existing Devices Hub USB Root Hub Simulation Hub USB Root Hub Simulation Hub Hub in Apple Extended USB Keyboa Composite Apple Extended USB Keyboard Composite Apple USB Mouse Advanced Settings If your Keyspan hardware and software are installed corre
28. ich the Software is distributed to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and that the Software will perform substantially in accordance with the Documentation for a period of 90 days from your receipt of the Product Any written or oral information or advice give by KEYSPAN resellers agents or employees will in no way increase the scope of this warranty If the Product fails to comply with the warranty set forth above KEYSPAN s entire liability and your exclusive remedy will be replacement of the disk or at KEYSPAN s option KEYSPAN s reasonable effort to make the Product meet the warranty set forth above This limited warranty applies only if you return all copies of the Product along with a copy of your paid invoice to KEYSPAN within 90 days of the date you received the Product If KEYSPAN is unable to make the Product conform to the above warranty KEYSPAN at its option will refund all or a fair portion of the price you paid for this package Any replacement software will be warranted for the remainder of the original 90 day warranty period or for 30 days from the date your received the replacement whichever is longer KEYSPAN DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE OTHERS WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICT
29. igital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le material brouilleur du Canada VCCI Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment Class B ITE CORB FRLBRESERERSAERHBBS VCCI OB ICBOCTTABARERMNTRE CT CORET FER CHATSOL RANE LTWETA CORIBRIVACT LEV a YR RITUELT fASNOL SSeS eMoOTILMHVET Wat AA Bio fE gt TIE LW RY RWS UT FAV continued on next page This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 32 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual Translation This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment VCCI If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment it may cause radio interference Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual Australia New Zealand This device complies with AS NZS 3548 Class B limits for the operation of Information Technology Equipment Copyright This manual and the software described in it are copyrighted with all rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual or the software may not be copied in whole or in part without the written consent of KEYSPAN NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND ARE EXTEND
30. iver and UPSH 112 Device found OK or Renumerating Done in the Serial Adapter Status text box If you do not receive either of these messages proceed Problem Solving section in this manual Explanation of Assistant Features The following is a description of all the relevant text boxes and menus found in the Keyspan Serial Assistant You can also obtain this information by selecting Show Balloons in the Help menu and moving the cursor over any item in the Assistant continued on next page This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 10 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual Keyspan Serial Assistant Window the Driver and Assistant Version items Driver Version 2 6 as of Jun 10 2002 14 27 25 Assistant Version 2 6 as of Jun 10 2002 14 27 57 The Driver Version and Assistant Version items show the version numbers of the installed Keyspan UPSH 112 driver and Assistant respectively The two version numbers should always match If these numbers do not match you should reinstall the Keyspan software the Serial Adapter Status text box Serial Adapter Status _ Driver and UPSH 112 Device found OF The Serial Adapter Status text box displays the status of your Keyspan adapter hardware and software It detects if the Keyspan driver software is installed or found and whether or not a Keyspan adapter hardware is connected If your Keys
31. or Mac OS X User Manual or visit Keyspan s web page lt hittp www keyspan com gt before proceeding Step 1 Insert the Keyspan Serial Adapter CD ROM Turn your computer ON When your computer starts up place the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator CD into the CD ROM drive When the CD icon appears on your desktop double click on this icon to display its contents Locate the Keyspan Mac OS 8 6 9 x folder and then locate the Keyspan Installer for Mac OS Step 2 Run the Keyspan USB Serial Software for Mac OS Installer If the Keyspan Adapter is connected to your computer disconnect it now Run the Keyspan installer for Mac OS by double clicking the Install Keyspan MPR icon This will start the installer Once the installer is running follow the instructions on screen The installer will install the following items KeyspanUSBLoader in the Extensions folder KeyspanUPSH112Drvr in the Extensions folder Keyspan Serial Assistant in the Control Panels folder Keyspan Manager in the System Folder folder Step 3 Software Installation Complete Now that you have installed the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator software you are ready to install the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator hardware Please proceed to the installing the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Hardware instructions This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 5 oa K Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac O
32. ots nc Controls Serial Port Settings A Status HotSync software is disabled To enable the HotSync software click the Enabled radio button above Hot ync Options LI Enable HotSync software at system startup O Show more detail in HotSync Log This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 27 _ m NA Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual Click on the Disabled radio button to temporarily turn off HotSync monitoring Then click on the Serial Port Settings tab at the top of the HotSync Software Setup window This will display the serial port options the Serial Port Settings tab and window Hot ync Software Setup HotSync Controls y Serial Port Settings Check for handheld connection using d Local Setup Status Local Setup prepares this computer ta HotSync with Modem Setup a handheld in its cradle connected to the serial port Fale G Both Setups specified below E3 Local Setup kodem Setup Modem US Robotics Sportster gt Port Modern Port 7 Modem Speaker oO On i Off In the Serial Port Settings tab select either the Local Setup or Both Setups radio button This tells the HotSync Manager application to monitor any HotSync activity on a serial port Also in the Local Setup section in the Serial Port Settings tab select the Keyspan port that your Palm Organizer is connected to in the port popu
33. p menu This tells the HotSync Manager application to monitor the port on your Keyspan serial adapter Please note The name s of your Keyspan serial port s vary from Keyspan product to product Please check the Capabilities section in your Keyspan product s user manual for the specific port names Once you ve made the selections mentioned above click on the HotSync Controls tab at the top of the HotSync Software Setup window then select the Enabled button Step 4 HotSync your Palm Organizer Palm Software configuration is now complete To initiate a HotSync session place your Palm Organizer in its cradle and then press the HotSync button on the cradle Your Palm Organizer will now HotSync This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 28 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 d Serial Port Pin Outs The pin assignments for the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator s male DB9 port are illustrated below Keyspan Mini Port Replicator s male DB9 port 17 3 45 6 7 OY Pin Name Signal Designation 1 DCD Data Carrier Detect Input 2 RX Received Data Input 3 TX Transmitted Data Output 4 DTR Data Terminal Ready Output 5 GND Ground 6 DSR Data Set Ready Input 7 RTS Request To Send Output 8 CTS Clear To Send Input 9 RI Ring Indicator Input In order to ensure compliance with emission specifications cables should be shielded using b
34. pan adapter hardware and software are installed correctly you will see Driver and UPSH 112 Device found OK or Renumerating Done in the Serial Adapter Status text box If you do not receive either of these messages proceed Problem Solving section in this manual the USB Status text box _ USB Status Existing Devices The USB Status text box shows what USB devices ie hubs keyboards mice etc are connected to your USB bus This text box will not display serial devices connected to your Keyspan adapter the Advanced Settings button Advanced Settings The Advanced Settings button will access the Keyspan adapter s advance configuration options Once you click this button you will open the Keyspan Manager window You should only access this option if your serial device requires that you turn on an advanced option on or if you are sure of what you are doing In most cases you will not need to change any of the adapter s advanced options This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 11 ay R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual The Assist Menu the Assist menu Loopback Test Advanced Settings External Loopback The Keyspan Serial Assistant s Assist menu is located in the Menu bar and provides access to the following command s The Loopback Test command performs an internal loopback test This tests the ability of the
35. raided shields and metal hoods with complete 100 contact between the shields and hoods External Loopback Connector Information The Keyspan Serial Assistant allows you to perform two types of loopback tests internal and external The external test requires the use of a special loopback connector This connector requires a DB9 Female Loopback plug with the following wiring Pin s Wired to Pin s 1 lt gt 4 8 2 lt gt 3 6 lt gt 1 9 This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 29 ahy R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual 7 1 e LED Behavior The Keyspan Mini Port Replicator part number UPSH 112 comes equipped with LED lights that reports the status of the Keyspan adapter USB hardware and and its ports The following table shows all of the possible states of these LED light and what they mean Name Color State Significance Power Red Off The Keyspan adapter is not connected or not receiving power from your computer On The Keyspan adapter is connected and is receiving power from your computer USB1 Green On The Keyspan USB Hub port is working USB2 properly Serial Green On The Keyspan serial port software and Blinking Slow hardware are working properly The Keyspan serial port is available for use On The Keyspan serial port is In use by an Solid application on your computer and is ready to send and receive data to and
36. re your serial device s software to use the Keyspan port The following instructions provide a general overview of this process however we do provide specific configuration instructions for certain serial devices For a list of these examples please read the Configuration Examples for Mac OS Appendix in this manual Connecting Your Serial Device Hardware If your Keyspan adapter is not connected please do so NOW Step 1 Connect Your Serial Device To The Keyspan Adapter Attach your serial device s 1e Palm cradle GPS cell phone serial cable to the serial port on your Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Step 2 Determine Which Keyspan Port Your Serial Device Is Connected To If your have a Keyspan product that has more than one serial port please note which Keyspan serial port your serial device is connected to the serial port on the Keyspan product not your USB ports on your computer or USB hub This information will become useful as we start Configuring Your Serial Device s Software Configuring Your Serial Device s Software The following configuration instructions provide a basic overview of how to configure your software to use your Keyspan serial port s For specific instructions on how to operate your serial device please refer to your serial device s user s manual for detailed instructions continued on next page This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA P
37. s Note You can only have one PRINTER port on any given computer In order for the Keyspan adapter to emulate either of these ports the PRINTER port must not be in use or registered by other software or hardware For example PRINTER port emulation is not available on a Mac that already has a PRINTER port builtin any pre USB Mac MODEM port emulation is not available on any Mac that has an internal modem as internal modem typically emulates the MODEM port PRINTER port emulation is typicall available on these Macs Printer Port emulation can turned ON by using the Keyspan Serial Assistant s Advanced Setting s screen On Mac OS Port 1 on the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator is named P 1UPSH112xx This port is accessible by selecting the P 1UPSH112xx port name or the MPR icon in your serial device s software This port is published via the CommToolBox and can be accessed by This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 3 wpe foe K Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual CommToolBox Savvy software On Macs that do not have built in serial ports ie Blue and White G3s iMacs iBooks G4s etc Port 1 can emulate the PRINTER port as found on older Macintosh computers for serial devices that are not CommToolBox Savvy and can t access the P 1UPSH112xx port Printer Port emulation can turned ON by using the Keyspan Serial Assistant s Advanced Setting
38. tinued on next page This User Manual applies to the Keyspan Mini Port Replicator Software for Mac OS rev O2jun20JA Page 13 y R Keyspan Mini Port Replicator for Mac OS v2 6 User Manual Use INTERRUPT endpoints The Use INTERRUPT endpoints check box is used to change how the Keyspan adapter communicates with your computer s USB bus When this option is turned on the Keyspan adapter will use the INTERRUPT endpoints to communicate with your computer s USB bus When this option is turned off the Keyspan adapter will use the BULK method of communicating with your computer s USB bus The Port popup menu allows you to select the Keyspan serial port that you want to configure Please note that each port maintains its own separate settings As a result you must configure each port individually Port Hame Printer Port USB The Port Name text box allows you to change the name of the selected port Changes will take effect upon reboot Please note that you cannot change the port name on ports that use the Emulate Modem Printer Port check box Reset amp Close The Reset amp Close button can be used to recover use of a serial port that is open and and cannot be closed by the application that opened it When you click on this button Keyspan Manager will send calls to the port which should reset the port and close it This will not prove effective in every circumstance Receive FIFO Default is 16 The Receive FIFO popup menu
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