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Installation and Operations Guide
IBEX Ethernet Adapter (Envision for IBEX)
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Installation and Operations Guide | IBEX Ethernet Adapter (Envision for IBEX)
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This product and its components may be susceptible to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use appropriate ESD
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Installation and Operations Guide | Contents
Contents
About this guide 5
Key illustrations 6
What is an IBEX Ethernet Adapter 8
What is an IBEX system on an Ethernet LAN 8
What is an IBEX system on an IP WAN 9
Mounting and wiring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter 10
Connecting LAN cabling 12
Configuring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter 14
Initial configuration with HyperTerminal 14
Editing configuration settings from a Web browser 17
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Installation and Operations Guide | About this guide
About this guide

In addition to technical data and general information about the IBEX Ethernet
Adapter, this guide provides step-by-step instructions for the following:
• Mounting the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

• Connecting network cables
• Setting Ethernet parameters
• Assigning APEXs to the IBEX Ethernet Adapter
Your network may vary from the configuration discussed in this document. Use
this only as a guide to set up and configure your IBEX Ethernet Adapters.
Consult the following resources for additional information.
See the IBEX System Design Guide (LT-TM-EFIDSGN) for information about
issues to consider when designing an IBEX system.
Talk to your network administrator for information on setting up your Ethernet

or local area network (LAN), assigning addresses to each network, and setting IP
network parameters.
Search the Internet or review the latest books for up-to-date information on
networking setup, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and Domain
Name System (DNS).

Key illustrations
Memory Card
LED1- REC
LED2 - XMT
Ethernet connection
(underneath screw
terminal)
LAN +
LAN -
LAN RTS +
LAN RTS -
GND
Baud rate pins
Figure 1 IBEX Ethernet Adapter (top view with covered removed)
Spare EIA-232 knockout

10 BaseT connector (Ethernet)
EIA-232 9-pin connector
PS/2 connector (not used)
Figure 2 IBEX Ethernet Adapter (side view with cover)

Installation and Operations Guide | Key illustrations
.25"
(6mm)
.375"
(9.5mm)
4.1875" 3.5"
(102mm) (89mm)
0.69"
(17.25mm)
6.5" (165mm)
.5" (13mm)
Figure 3 IBEX Ethernet Adapter mounting and dimensions (top view)
10 BaseT connector (Ethernet) PS/2 connector Spare EIA-232 knockout

(not used)
EIA-232 9-pin connector
L HDD
RESET
A PWR
3.25"
(83mm)
6.5" (165mm)
ON/OFF
120 VAC power connection Power connection
Figure 4 IBEX Ethernet Adapter dimensions (side view)

What is an IBEX Ethernet Adapter

The IBEX Ethernet Adapter is a compact, external unit that passes data between
the global controllers on the proprietary Alerton LAN and the operator
workstations on the Ethernet LAN.
With Envision for IBEX v2.0, the Envision server supports up to 32 IBEX
Ethernet Adapters and 32 APEXs. If you are setting up a WAN system
architecture, plan your system layout carefully. Determine which APEXs will
connect to each Ethernet adapter and where the Envision server will be located.
Table 1 IBEX Ethernet Adapter specifications
Specification Definition
Power 50 VA @ 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
RAM 32 MB DRAM
CPU 5x86-133 (DX-5-133) processor
Ethernet LAN support One IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet) 10Mbps network adapter
standard with RJ-45 jack for 10BaseT (unshielded twisted
pair)
Serial Port One EIA-232 male connector designated COM1
Maximum dimensions 6.5” (165mm) L

4.18” (102mm) W
3.25” (83mm) H
Environmental 32-140o F (0-60oC)

0-95% RH, non-condensing
Ratings Listed Underwriters Laboratory for Open Energy

Management Equipment (PAZX) under the UL Standard for
Safety 916. Listing includes both U.S. and Canadian
certification.
FCC Part 15, Subpart J, Class A.
EMC Directive 89/336/EEX (European CE Mark).
Software Envision for IBEX v1.0 or later or IBEX for Windows v5.20
Envision for IBEX v2.0 or later is required to support multiple
Ethernet Adapters in a WAN environment
What is an IBEX system on an Ethernet LAN

Each IBEX system must be set up to run in campus mode and include, at a
minimum, an Envision server, a global controller, an Alerton LAN, an IBEX
Ethernet Adapter, an Ethernet LAN, and a TUX.
Envision for IBEX supports communications between Envision servers on the

Ethernet (ISO 8802-3) LAN using TCP/IP protocol. Ethernet is a high-speed,
large bandwidth LAN standard, which is used widely in commercial
applications. The architecture of an IBEX system implemented on an Ethernet
LAN is different from the traditional proprietary Alerton LAN architecture.
Figure 5 on page 9 represents the architecture of an IBEX system on an Ethernet

LAN.

Installation and Operations Guide | What is an IBEX Ethernet Adapter
Ethernet LAN
Ethernet
Adapter
Alerton LAN
Envision Server
(Alerton LAN address 32)
APEX
Figure 5 Architecture of an IBEX system on an Ethernet LAN
What is an IBEX system on an IP WAN

Envision for IBEX v2.0 supports multiple IBEX Ethernet Adapters, allowing
you to connect multiple LANs over TCP/IP to create a WAN system
architecture. In WAN implementations, multiple sites can be managed as a single
campus with a single Envision for IBEX server. Each site must have an IBEX
Ethernet Adapter to communicate with other sites on a WAN.
Figure 6 illustrates the architecture of an IBEX system on an IP WAN. For more

detailed information about system architecture, see the IBEX System Design
Guide (LT-TM-EFIDSGN).
Enterprise Enterprise
applications applications
IP WAN
Ethernet (Site
Ethernet (Site B)
A)
IP IP
Gateway Gateway
IBEX
Ethernet IBEX
Adapter Ethernet
Adapter
Envis ion for IBEX client

workstation
Envision for IBEX server

Global
Controller
Global Global Global
Controller Controller Controller
Building automation sy stem

Building automation sy stem
Figure 6 Architecture of an IBEX system on an IP WAN

Mounting and wiring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

The IBEX Ethernet Adapter is intended for indoor use only and does not have a
weather-proof enclosure. See Figure 7 on page 11 for an illustration of
connection details.
X To mount the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

• Using 4 screws, mount the adapter to a smooth indoor wall surface.
The Ethernet Adapter must be mounted in a NEMA enclosure. Be sure
that when mounting the device, you have access to power switches,
power connections, and communication connectors. See Figure 7 on
page 11.
Avoid locations where ambient temperatures exceed the limits
identified in Table 1 on page 8. Panel enclosures with vents in the top
and bottom are recommended.
X To connect to a power source

1. Plug the female end of power cable into the Ethernet Adapter.
2. Plug the male end of power cable into the power source.
3. Turn on the power switch on the Ethernet Adapter to ensure that the unit
is receiving power.
N ote The adapter should beep once. If it continues to beep, reseat the
memory card as described in the following procedure.
X To reseat the memory card

1. Turn off the power on the adapter.
2. Remove the power cable from the adapter.
3. Remove the cover.
4. Remove and reinstall the memory card. See Figure 1 on page 6 for
proper orientation.

Installation and Operations Guide | Mounting and wiring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter
Receptacle with ground NEMA enclosure
100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
feed in conduit
(2-cond with gnd)
ON / OFF
Power switch
Ethernet - connection Must ground

underneath screw shield drain(s) 6-8 AWG Ground
terminal Enclosure must be
LAN (-) connected to a known
Recommended black ground source (piping
or red conductor or ground rod)
LAN cable recommended: LAN (+)
18 AWG, shielded, Recommended white,
low capacitance, twisted pair clear, or green conductor
Figure 7 Mounting and wiring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

Connecting LAN cabling

After you’ve properly mounted the IBEX Ethernet Adapter, you can connect
your LAN cables.
This section provides common Alerton LAN and Ethernet LAN cabling
information. Be sure to read all instructions carefully before connecting LAN
cables.
Connect the adapter to the Alerton LAN

The Alerton LAN uses the EIA-485 signaling standard on twisted pair cabling.
Keep the following in mind when connecting the IBEX Ethernet Adapter to the
Alerton LAN:
• Use low-capacitance, shielded, 18 AWG, twisted pair wire to connect

the APEX terminals to the LAN terminal block on the IBEX Ethernet
Adapter. See Figure 7 on page 11.
• Maintain polarity throughout the LAN segment.
• Terminate the shield drain at one end of the Alerton LAN segment to
ground. Tie shield drain through with wire nut at each intermediate
device and insulate to avoid potential ground contact. Tape shield drain
back at other end of segment. See Figure 8 on page 13.
• Make sure the baud rate of the IBEX Ethernet Adapter exactly matches
the baud rate jumpers on your site’s APEXs. Older APEXs, those
without jumpers, are configured to run at 250kbps.
Table 2 Baud rate selections for the IBEX Ethernet Adapter
Pins Baud rate

1M 125kbps
2M 250kbps (default setting)
4M 500kbps
8M 1Mbps
16M 2Mbps

Installation and Operations Guide | Mounting and wiring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter
APEX for Window s Rev 2A IBEX Ethernet

Adapter
Tape back or
+
COM1 w rap shield drain*
–
+ T1 LAN +
COM2
–
T2 LAN –
+ T3 LAN RTS +
LAN
– Shield drain w ire T4 LAN RTS –
or foil braid
LAN RTS + T5 GND
–
TM
1
GND
Know n earth ground Know n earth ground
* Single-point grounding should be used on Alerton LAN runs to avoid current on the shield. If grounding at IBW-ETH-ADP
preferred, shield can be grounded using GND terminal T5 in the same manner as shown here for APEX. At mid-segment
devices, tie shield-drain through directly using a wire nut without grounding.
Figure 8 APEX global controller to IBEX Ethernet Adapter terminations
Connect the adapter to the Ethernet LAN

Plug the LAN connector into the receptacle on the IBEX Ethernet Adapter,
located underneath the screw terminal.
No te Do not ground the IBEX Ethernet Adapter. You should always ground the
APEX instead. See your APEX Installation and Operations Guide for more
information on grounding and wiring global controllers.

Configuring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

Use the following checklist before you configure the IBEX Ethernet Adapter:
• All operator workstations have a correctly configured network interface

card (NIC)
• All operator workstations and IBEX Ethernet Adapters are setup for
TCP/IP and have a host name (or IP address) and subnet mask approved
by the network administrator
• Each campus has one Envision server (operator workstation with
Alerton LAN address 32)
• The AlerLAN baud rate for the IBEX Ethernet Adapter and all global
controllers is the same
When you’ve connected the IBEX Ethernet Adapter to the Alerton and Ethernet
LANs, use a serial cable to connect directly to the IBEX Ethernet Adapter and
set the initial communication parameters.
After initial setup, you can access and change parameters using a Web browser
or the serial connection (with HyperTerminal).
Initial configuration with HyperTerminal

Before you begin, make sure to write down the IP address or host name of your
Envision server. The IBEX Ethernet Adapter ships from the factory with the
default parameters shown in Table 3 on page 16.
X To direct connect to the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

1. Connect one end of a null modem cable to the serial port on the operator
workstation and the other end to the serial port on the IBEX Ethernet
Adapter.
2. Turn on power.
X To set initial communication parameters

1. Click Start, point to Program, and then Accessories, and click
HyperTerminal.
2. Type a name for the connection, select an icon, and then click OK.
3. Select the COM port used to direct connect, and then click OK.
4. Set the HyperTerminal parameters, and then click OK. See the
following table for information about HyperTerminal parameters and
settings.
Parameter Setting
Bits per second 38400
Data bits 8
Parity None
Stop bits 1
Flow control None

Installation and Operations Guide | Configuring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter
5. Press the Enter key until the login prompt appears.
6. Type the login name (default is config), and then press Enter.
7. Type the password (default is pass), and then press Enter. The IBEX
Ethernet Adapter Main Menu appears.
You can now enter the IP parameters necessary for your IBEX Ethernet
Adapter.
Figure 9 HyperTerminal screen
X To edit parameters using Hyperterminal

1. Type the number corresponding to the parameter you want to change,
and then press Enter. Type the new value, and then press Enter.
2. Repeat step 1 for all parameters that you want to change.
3. When you have changed all the parameters necessary, press Z and Enter
to save your changes and exit.

Table 3 IBEX Ethernet Adapter factory default serial connection settings
Serial
Factory
Connection Explanation
Default
Parameters
Configure DHCPa enabled Choose whether to use DHCP (non-static) IP
addresses or static IP addresses.
When DHCP is disabled, you must supply the
IBEX Ethernet Adapter IP address, netmask,
and Envision server’s IP address.
When DHCP is enabled, you only need to
supply the Ethernet Adapter host name or IP
address for the Envision server.
Set host name a ibethadapt You must enter a host name.
Set domain name <blank> Select this option to set the domain name.
Set IP address <blank> Set the IP address to uniquely identify this

Ethernet Adapter.
Set Netmask <blank> See your network administrator for

instructions.
Default Gateway <blank> Leave this field blank if you’re not using a
gateway.
DNS Server <blank> Used to map host names to IP addresses for

the IBEX Ethernet Adapter.
IBEXWIN Server a ibwserver Enter the IP address or host name for the
Envision server.
Ethernet Adapter <none> Displays a menu that allows you to configure

Table the Ethernet Adapter for a particular APEX or
for a range of APEXs or to view the current
Ethernet Adapter routing table.
a. At a minimum, these parameters must be correctly filled out when using DHCP.
No te Alerton recommends that you assign static IP addresses to the IBEX

Ethernet Adapter and the Envision server.
Assigning APEXs to Ethernet Adapters

When you select option 9 from the Main Menu, the menu shown in Figure 10 on
page 17 is displayed.
The options on this menu allow you to identify the IBEX Ethernet Adapter
connected to one or more APEXs. However, you may find it easier and more
convenient to perform this function in Envision for IBEX instead. See Envision
for IBEX Installation and Startup Guide (LT-TM-EFIINSTL) for more
information.

Figure 10 Ethernet adapter configuration menu
Table 4 Ethernet adapter configuration options
Option Explanation
1. Configure Ethernet Adapter Select this option if only one APEX is connected to this
for particular APEX Ethernet Adapter or you need to configure multiple, non-
sequentially numbered APEXs. You are prompted to
enter the APEX number and the Ethernet Adapter’s IP
address.
2. Configure Ethernet Adapter Select this option if multiple, sequentially numbered

for range of APEXs APEXs are connected to this Ethernet Adapter. You are
prompted to enter the first and last APEX numbers in
the range and the Ethernet Adapter’s IP address.
3. Show Ethernet Adapter Select to display a table of APEX numbers and the IP
Table address of the Ethernet Adapter they are connected to
(if configured).
Editing configuration settings from a Web browser

After the initial setup, you can modify your configuration settings or change the
factory default user name and password from a Web browser.
X To edit the factory default user name and password using a Web
browser
1. Open your Web browser and type a URL, depending on the way your
system is set up. Use the first option if the Ethernet Adapter is
configured with a static IP address.
http://<Ethernet Adapter IP address>
- or -
http://<your hostname>.<your domain>
2. Click Go.
3. Type a user name and password (factory default is config, pass), and
then click OK.
4. Click the Change Access Password link.

5. Type the current password.

6. Type the new password.
7. Type the new password again for verification, and then click Change
Password Now.
N ote If you forget the new user name and password, you must return
the Ethernet Adapter to Alerton to have the factory default user name
and password reset.
X To edit configuration settings using a Web browser

1. Open your Web browser and type a URL, depending on the way your
system is set up. Use the first option if the Ethernet Adapter is
configured with a static IP address.
http://<Ethernet Adapter IP address>
- or -
http://<your hostname>.<your domain>
2. Click Go.
3. Type a user name and password (factory default is config, pass), and
then click OK.
4. Click the General Configuration link. The Web Configuration screen

appears. See Figure 11 on page 19.
5. Type (or change) the host name of the IBEX Ethernet Adapter, if
necessary (when using DHCP with DNS).
6. Select the appropriate configuration option in the Device addressing

section.
7. Change any parameters as necessary. See “IBEX Ethernet Adapter

factory default serial connection settings” on page 16 for an explanation
of the parameters.
8. Make changes to the Ethernet Adapter routing table as necessary.
9. Click Submit Changes to save your changes and exit.
No te Log in again to ensure all parameters were changed.

Figure 11 Web configuration screens

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IBEX Ethernet Adapter (Envision for IBEX)

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Important safety information and installation

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About this guide

• Mounting the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

Talk to your network administrator for information on setting up your Ethernet

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Baud rate pins

Figure 1 IBEX Ethernet Adapter (top view with covered removed)

Spare EIA-232 knockout

EIA-232 9-pin connector

PS/2 connector (not used)

Figure 2 IBEX Ethernet Adapter (side view with cover)

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Figure 3 IBEX Ethernet Adapter mounting and dimensions (top view)

10 BaseT connector (Ethernet) PS/2 connector Spare EIA-232 knockout

Figure 4 IBEX Ethernet Adapter dimensions (side view)

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What is an IBEX Ethernet Adapter

CPU 5x86-133 (DX-5-133) processor

Serial Port One EIA-232 male connector designated COM1

Maximum dimensions 6.5” (165mm) L

Environmental 32-140o F (0-60oC)

Ratings Listed Underwriters Laboratory for Open Energy

What is an IBEX system on an Ethernet LAN

Envision for IBEX supports communications between Envision servers on the

Figure 5 on page 9 represents the architecture of an IBEX system on an Ethernet

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Figure 5 Architecture of an IBEX system on an Ethernet LAN

What is an IBEX system on an IP WAN

Figure 6 illustrates the architecture of an IBEX system on an IP WAN. For more

Envis ion for IBEX client

Envision for IBEX server

Building automation sy stem

Figure 6 Architecture of an IBEX system on an IP WAN

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Mounting and wiring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

X To mount the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

X To connect to a power source

X To reseat the memory card

2. Remove the power cable from the adapter.

3. Remove the cover.

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Receptacle with ground NEMA enclosure

Ethernet - connection Must ground

Figure 7 Mounting and wiring the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

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Connecting LAN cabling

Connect the adapter to the Alerton LAN

• Use low-capacitance, shielded, 18 AWG, twisted pair wire to connect

Table 2 Baud rate selections for the IBEX Ethernet Adapter

Pins Baud rate