3. External Connection
COM-1(PM), COM-1D(PM)
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Types of Cable and Example Connections
In the case of COM-1(PM)
When using an RS-232C interface, different cables are required depending on the type of device to
which you are connecting (computer or modem, etc.). Check the requirements of the external device and
select either a straight-through or crossed (null modem) cable as appropriate. If special treatment of the
signal lines in the connector is required, ensure that this is done in accordance with the specifications.
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
DTR
DSR
SG
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
DTR
DSR
SG
(Transmit Data)
(Receive Data)
(Request to Send)
(Clear to Send)
(Data Terminal Ready)
(Data Set Ready)
(Signal Ground)
External device
Figure 3.5. Example Connection to a Modem (Straight cable)
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
DTR
DSR
SG
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
DTR
DSR
SG
External device
Figure 3.6. Example Connection to a PC (Cross cable)
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
DTR
DSR
SG
TxD
RxD
RTS
CTS
DTR
DSR
SG
External device
Figure 3.7. Example Connection to a Device