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2 serial signal descriptions – Measurement Computing Micro 488/EX rev.2.1 User Manual

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Section 2

Getting Started

2.14

Selecting RS-232 or RS-422 Signal Levels

J205

J206

RS-422

RS-232

Shorting Plug

2.8.2 Serial Signal Descriptions

The Micro488/EX is equipped with a standard DB-25S connector on

its rear panel and requires a standard DB-25P mating connector. The
Micro488/EX's connector is configured as DCE type equipment for RS-232
communications, which means the Micro488/EX always transmits data on
Pin 3 and receives data on Pin 2. The following lists and describes the RS-
232 and RS-422 signals provided on the Micro488/EX.

Rear View of the Micro488/EX's Serial Connector

-RXD

-TXD

CTS

RTS

+TXD

+RXD

+VTEST

+VTEST

GND

1

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