EXFO FTB-500 (Window XP) - Handbuch (Seite 218)

Preparing for Automation
210 FTB-500
The choice of a technology depends on your particular needs.
Note: When the unit is remotely controlled, its front-panel keys and peripherals
remain functional at all times (they are not locked).
Control Technology Characteristics
Local ActiveX (COM)

Allows you to develop an application that will run
locally on your unit within Windows

Best approach when speed is your top priority (no
physical connection that slows down the
process)

Supported by most development software

Lower cost
Remote ActiveX (DCOM)
(Ethernet,
TCP/IP)

Allows the sharing of network resources

Allows you to develop computer-based
applications to directly communicate with your
unit
Remote RS-232

Null-modem cable required to establish
connection between the computer and your unit

For increased speed and performance, run the
application locally on your unit through ActiveX
instead of using RS-232
Remote Telnet (Ethernet,
TCP/IP)

Your unit can be directly connected to a Local
Area Network (LAN) or Wide Area Network
(WAN) via its 10/100/1000 Base-T interface

Allows the sharing of network resources

Allows you to develop computer-based
applications very easily to directly communicate
with your unit