How to Configure Legacy XP-GT or XP-GTR Controllers Using Network Connection

How to configure legacy XP-GT or XP-GTR controllers using network connection

XP-GT3200 / XP-GTR1200 controllers can connect to the Server PC running the xPortal software via network connections. This article will guide users on how to configure legacy XP-GT or XP-GTR controllers using network connection.

• xPortal2005
• xPortal2007
• xPortal3000
• xPortalNet

• XP-GT1200L
• XP-GT3200L
• XP-GT1200LABX
• XP-GT3200LABX
• XP-GT3200LE
• XP-GT3200LCPX
• XP-GT500LE

Step 1: Please perform the pre-configuration step for the network connection.

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• To configure the controller's network settings:

Step 1: Users have to first identify the Server PC's IP address. Open Windows Command Prompt, type "ipconfig", and press Enter. Note down the IPv4 Address.

Figure 1: Checking the Server PC's IP Address

Step 2: At the controller, enter Programming Menu

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Step 3: Press 1 for System Menu > 7 for Network Settings. Follow the steps as highlighted in the following table.

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Step 4: Press the X key to return to the System Menu. Users will then be prompted to confirm saving the changes before exiting in the following window. Press the "" key to save the changes.

Figure 2: Save Changes Window

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Step 5: Power off and re-power on the controller again to reset the controller in order for the changes to take effect.

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• To configure settings for Connection, Controller and Door:

Step 1: Go to xPortalNet Server > Server Admin > Connection Setup > Add. The Add Connection window will be shown. Configure the settings as shown in the screenshot. Click OK to save the changes.
 
Figure 3: Add Connection Window

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Step 2: Go to xPortalNet Server > Server Admin > System Device Setup > Controller > Add. The Add Controller window will be shown. Configure the settings as shown in the screenshot. Click OK to save the changes.

Figure 4: Add Controller Window

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Step 3: Go to xPortalNet Server > Server Admin > System Device Setup > Door > Add. The Add Door window will be shown. Configure the settings as shown in the screenshot. Click OK to save the changes.

Figure 4: Add Door Window

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Step 4: The newly added controller and door should have the status of "Up" in the Device List window.

Figure 5: Controller Shown as Up in the Controller Tab of Device List

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Figure 6: Door Shown as Up in the Door Tab of Device List

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Step 5: Users are advised to send the door settings to the controller. Go to xPortalNet Client > Device Comm > Send Door Settings > Select Controller > Send All Settings.

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Step 6: At the controller's LCD screen, ensure that the PC icon at the top right corner is blinking, indicating that the controller successfully established communication with the Server PC.

Figure 7: PC Icon at Top Right Corner of Controller's LCD Screen