8. RS-232C Interface (only RS-232C model)
The RS-232C interface can be used for connecting a P40
digital printer (sold separately) to print measured values, or
to connect a personal computer to use it to control the
display unit. (See P54 "5-1-3. RS-232C model".)
8-1. Terminal pin assignment
Rear panel of display unit
5
RS-232C
Connector to be procured
RS-232C : TCS7587 (Hoshiden), or equivalent product
EXT. IN
: Mini jack
68
(Prepare a mini plug by yourself.)
8
7
6
4
3
2
1
EXT. IN
Mini plug
EXT. IN
GND
Signal
• RS-232C
Pin
I/O
Signal
No.
1
N.C
2
SG (Signal GND)
3
I
RXD (Received data)
4
O
TXD (Transmit data)
5
I
CTS (Clear to send)
6
O
RTS (Request to send)
7
+10 V
8
N.C
• EXT. IN
An "L" (ON) input 1 causes the measured values to be
output via the RS-232C connector.
If the PZ201 foot-switch (option) is used connect to this
terminal. Other cords with mini-plugs which may be used
include Sony RK-S100 speaker cord (mini-plug ⇔ open-
end), etc.. (See P70 "8-6. Output".)
8-2. Connecting P40 digital printer
Connect the cable that comes with the P40 to the RS-232C
connector.
For P40, refer to the instruction manual for the P40.
Connected
equipment side
Signal
—
SG
TXD
<
RXD
>
RTS
<
>
CTS
DSR