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Getting Started

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Serial Signal Descriptions

The Micro488/p serial connector is configured as DCE type equipment for
RS-232 communications. This means the Micro488/p always transmits data on
Pin 3 and always receives data on Pin 2.

Note that the Micro488/p is equipped with a standard DB-25S connector and
requires a standard DB-25P mating connector.

Refer to the following figure and table to understand the relationship of the
Micro488/p connector’s pins and the associated RS-232 signals.

Section 2.4

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this document includes wiring information for making your own cables.

Micro488p Serial Connector Pinout

The following table idetifies the above connector pins in regard to
signal name and I/O type.