MasterSwitch
Any Port to any Port Switch
- Connects multiple inputs to multiple outputs
- Up to a 4 megabyte buffer
- Combined automatic and code activated switching functions
Typical Application
Overview
MasterSwitch is a comprehensive data switch for interconnected computers and peripherals using the common serial (RS232) and parallel (Centronics) interfaces. The switch accepts over 20 commands for controlling the flow of data. It may also be set to control data automatically, or be managed with interactive on-screen menus. Menus for configuration, port contention and access, and job control are featured, along with advanced queue system controls for access and prioritization of multiple inputs and outputs. This switch is used in a wide variety of applications, including office automation, CAD/CAM, machine control, data collection, data communications, telecommunications, retail point-of-sale, and more.
MasterSwitch is produced in 3 custom models:
- MS-Series – 5 or 9 ports, all serial, all parallel, or mixed serial and parallel
- U-Series – 3, 6, or 9 ports, each port programmable as serial or parallel, input or output
- N-Series – 4, 8, 12, or 16 serial ports and 1 parallel port, supports file transfer at 115.2K
Specifications ▼
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 10.5" x 5" x 3.9" (267 x 127 x 99 mm) |
| Weight | 8 lbs (3.6 kgs) |
| Power | 90-240 VAC 50-60Hz External adapter, 17 VAC CT, 700 ma 10W |
| Distance | RS232: 100 feet (30m) Parallel: 25 feet (7.6m) |
| Connectors | MS series serial: DB25F MS series parallel: Centronics 36F MSU/MSN series serial: RJ45 jack MSU/MSN series parallel: DB25F Power: DIN5 |
| Controls | Unit power: Green LED Buffer/status: 8 red LEDs Status: Red LEDs Data, Busy, Buffer LED control: Advance/select push-buttons |
| Environment | Operating temperature: 32°F–131°F (0°C–55°C) Storage temperature: -13°F–140°F (-25°C–60°C) Relative humidity: 5%–80%, non-condensing |
Part numbers ▼
| Masterswitch MS series | |
|---|---|
| MS-5S | 5 Serial Ports, DB25F |
| MS-5P | 5 Parallel Ports, Centronics 36F |
| MS-7S2P | 7 Serial and 2 Parallel Ports, DB25F/Centronics 36F |
| MS-9S | 9 Serial Ports, DB25F |
| MS-9P | 9 Parallel Ports, Centronics 36F |
| Masterswitch MSU series | |
| MSU-3SP | 3 Programmable Serial or Parallel Ports, 3 RJ11-45 and 3 DB25F |
| MSU-6SP | 6 Programmable Serial or Parallel Ports, 6 RJ11-45 and 6 DB25F |
| MSU-9SP | 9 Programmable Serial or Parallel Ports, 9 RJ11-45 and 9 DB25F |
| Masterswitch MSN series | |
| MSN-4S1P | 4 Serial and 1 Parallel Port, 4 RJ45 and 1 DB25F |
| MSN-8S1P | 8 Serial and 1 Parallel Port, 8 RJ45 and 1 DB25F |
| MSN-12S1P | 12 Serial and 1 Parallel Port, 12 RJ45 and 1 DB25F |
| MSN-16S1P | 16 Serial and 1 Parallel Port, 16 RJ45 and 1 DB25F |
| Serial cables | |
| CAB-ATRSnnn | Cable, PC to Switch, DB9F to DB25M |
| CAB-PCRSnnn | Cable, PC to Switch, DB25F to DB25M |
| CAB-PRSnnn | Cable, Serial Printer to Switch, DB25M to DB25M |
| CAB-04RJnnn | Cable, 4 Conductor, RJ11 (M-M) |
| CAB-06RJnnn | Cable, 6 Conductor, RJ12 (M-M) |
| CAB-08RJnnn | Cable, 8 Conductor, RJ45 (M-M) |
| ACC-ATRX | PC serial port to Switch Modular Adapter, DB9F-RJ11 |
| ACC-PCRX | PC serial port to Switch Modular Adapter, DB25F-RJ11 |
| ACC-PRRX | Switch to Serial Printer Modular Adapter, DB25M-RJ11 |
| ACC-MORX | Switch to Modem Modular Adapter, DB25M-RJ11 |
| /45 | RJ45 Option for Modular Adapters |
| Parallel cables | |
| CAB-IBMPnnn | Cable, PC to Switch Parallel Cable, DB25M-Centronics C36M |
| CAB-PMMnnn | Cable, Switch to Printer Parallel Cable, Centronics C36 (M-M) |
| CAB-SMMnnn | Cable, All lines straight thru, DB25M to DB25M |
| CAB-SMFnnn | Cable, All lines straight thru, DB25M to DB25F |
| CAB-IBMPnnn/SC | SuperCable, PC to Switch Extended Distance Parallel Cable, DB25M-Centronics C36M |
| CAB-SMMnnn/SC | SuperCable, PC to Switch Extended Distance Parallel Cable, DB25 (M-M) |
| Accessories | |
| SW-MN3/4 | Masternet software 3.5" Diskettes, 4 User Pack |
| RM-MP/xx | Rack Mount kit, 3U Chassis, (xx = 19", 23", or 24") |
| nnn = cable length in feet | |