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Using the VP-8x8AK

6.2

Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output

This section illustrates how to wire:
• A balanced output connection, see

Figure 4

• An unbalanced audio output, see

Figure 5

Figure 4: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Output

Figure 5: Connecting an Unbalanced Output

6.3

Connecting a PC or Controller to the RS-232 Port

You can connect to the VP-8x8AK via an RS-232 connection using, for
example, a PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required.

To connect to the VP-8x8AK via RS-232:
• Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the product unit via a

9-wire straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5
need to be connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC

6.4

Connecting a PC or Controller to the RS 485 Port

You can operate the VP-8x8AK via the RS-485 port from a distance of up to
1200m (3900ft) using any device equipped with an RS-485 port (for example,
a PC). For successful communication, you must set the RS-485 machine
number and bus termination.