ProSoft Technology MVI56-DFCM - Manual (Page 14)

Start Here MVI56-DFCM ♦ ControlLogix Platform
User Manual DF1 Half/Full Duplex Master/Slave Serial Communication Module
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September 24, 2014
1.5 Connecting Your PC to the ControlLogix Processor
There are several ways to establish communication between your PC and the
ControlLogix processor. The following steps show how to establish
communication through the serial interface.
Note: It is not mandatory that you use the processor's serial interface. You may access the
processor through whatever network interface is available on your system. Refer to your Rockwell
Automation documentation for information on other connection methods.
1 Connect the right-angle connector end of the cable to your controller at the
communications port.
2 Connect the straight connector end of the cable to the serial port on your
computer.