Micromod RetroPAK: SLC Installation Manual - Manual (Page 61)

SLC RetroPAK Controller
COMMUNICATIONS CONNECTIONS
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Figure 5-2. Locations for Port 1 Communications Jumper – Built-in Circuit
5.3 FRONT PANEL RS-232 COMMUNICATIONS CONNECTION
The RS-232 communication port in the instrument front panel is used exclusively for data
base configuration via connection of a portable computer. Use of this RS-232 port is subject
to the following requirements:
• Connection to the port must be made using a cable which is available as an accessory to
the instrument. The cable is terminated at one end with a plug-in connector for the
instrument port, and at the other end with a connector compatible with a computer serial
communication port.
• The communication jumper, Figure 5-2, must be positioned for RS-232 communication.