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Model 4124 DB9 A/B RS232 Switch, Automatic Fallback, Contact Closure Remote & Special Mounting Hardware Ideal for Vehicles, Vessels or Moving Control Centers

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    • DB9 A/B Switch, Automatic Fallback
    • DB9 A/B Switch, Automatic Fallback
    • DB9 A/B Switch, Automatic Fallback
    • DB9 A/B Switch, Automatic Fallback
Base Price:
$1,210.00
Catalog No: 304124
Model No: 4124
Product Type:Switches: Copper
Positions:2
Cable Type/Port Connector:DB9 Switch Ports
Channels per Switch Chassis:1
Electronic Switches/Power Required:PathWay® Copper
Remote Control:Auto Fallback, Contact Closure
Configuration:Desktop
Auto Fallback:Data Monitor Port A, Pins 2 & 3
Pins Switched:9
Remote Port:DB9
Local Control:Pushbutton
Feature:Mounting Bolts on Bottom Panel, Ideal for Onboard Ship Use

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Overview

Path Way® Model 4124 Remotely Controllable Automatic Fallback DB9 A/B Switch with Contact Closure Remote Port & Special Mounting Hardware Ideal for Vehicle/Vessel Networks

  • Automatic Fallback Based on Loss of Data on Port A

  • Special Mounting Hardware for Networks on Ships, Vessels, Production Trucks, RV's and other Vehicles!

  • Eliminates Downtime and Keeps Data Flowing - The "Watch Dog" Switch for your Network!

The PathWay® Model 4124 DB9 A/B Automatic Fallback Switch allows the user the capability of sharing a single port interface device or controller connected to the Common port among two other DB9 devices, machines or networks using RS232 Serial communication standard to connect both to the A and B ports and with Contact Closure Signaling for remote access functionality. 

When in Automatic Fallback Mode the unit monitors data activity on port A.  If activity is lost, the unit switches to position B.  The Model 4124 will maintain its connection to port B until data activity is detected on port A, at which time the unit will automatically return to the A position.  If no data is present on either port A or on port B, the unit will stay in the B position and continue to monitor for data.  The user can override Automatic Fallback operation from the front panel or via Contact Closure Remote Port and force the unit to operate as an A/B switch. 

This setup ensures that a single point of failure does not disable critical operations, providing high availability for mission-critical applications. Similar scenarios are common in industrial control systems, utility substations, financial institutions and media broadcasting where continuous data flow is essential.  The special mounting hardware keeps the switch in place and is ideal for vehicle or vessel communications such as on ships or other vehicles such as media vans, moving digital platforms, etc.

FEATURES:

  • Ideal for fallback applications for mission critical applications.
  • The switch ports are transparent to all data.
  • All pins of the DB9 interface are switched via break-before-make electromechanical relays.
  • Automatic Fallback Mode operates based on data monitoring of the differential RS422 signal on pins 2 and 3 of the "A" port and automatic switching occurs after 3 seconds of data loss.
  • All switched signals are passed via latching copper contact relays that maintain their position and continuity in the event of a power loss.
  • Control of the switch position from a Contact Closure Remote Port.
  • Contact Closure allows the user to control switch position, lockout front panel operations and obtain switch status.
  • Front panel LEDs display switch position, the switch mode (automatic fallback or manual) as well as power status.
  • Rugged anodized aluminum black box packaging provides EMI/RFI shielding.
  • Special mounting steel pass-through nuts mounted internally to bottom of enclosure for desktop mounting of moving platforms, vehicles or vessels.

SPECIFICATIONS:

  • PORT CONNECTORS: (2) DB9(F) connectors labeled A, and B, (1) DB9(M) connector labeled COMMON.
  • FRONT PANEL CONTROL: (1) Pushbutton for local switch control.
  • DISPLAY: (2) Front panel LED’s display switch position and power status.
  • REMOTE: (1) DB9(F) connector on rear panel accepts contact closure switch commands for Remote Control operation.
  • POWER: UL approved 100VAC-240VAC, 50Hz-60Hz wall mount power module supplies 12 VDC, 500mA to the unit.
  • Has 2-prong, US, non-polarized plug.
  • DIMENSIONS: Desktop, 7.9” W x 2” H x 7.25” D. (20.0 x 5.08 x 18.4 cm)
  • WEIGHT: Approximately 2.8 lbs. (1.27 kg)

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PathWay® Model 4124 DB9 A/B Auto Fallback Application with Contact Closure Remote:

The diagram illustrates a single device connected to the DB9 COMMON port sharing between two other devices connected to the DB9 ports labeled PRIMARY line and SECONDARY line. The Automatic fallback is based on loss of data on Port A.  A user can lockout front panel operations and obtain switch status via the DB9 REMOTE port via contact closure commands. Special mounting steel pass-through nuts mounted internally to bottom of enclosure for desktop mounting. Ideal for moving platforms in networks for navigation or other applications on ships, vessels, and other vehicles.

PathWay Model 7124 DB9 A/B Fallback Switch Application

OPTION: WIDE RANGE POWER MODULE: (Cat No 517277) CE, RoHS, and UL listed table mount power module, 100 VAC - 240 VAC, 50Hz-60Hz for use in place of standard power module that is included with the unit. Has IEC 60320 C14 inlet.  Ideal for international applications.

This high-quality network switch is available to city, state, and federal government purchasers at a discounted price and favorable payment and shipping terms via GSA Schedule GS-35F-0286V. Click here for GSA details.

Model 4124 is available to government purchasers on our GSA Schedule GS-35F-0286V. Call for discounted price and terms.

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