5.11. Types of Communication
5.11.1.
Single Docking Station
Purpose:
a.) Transfer data via RS232.
b.)
Charge batteries in the Timeboy.
Single Docking Station to the PC via PS232 Data Line
The single docking station solely has an RS232 port.
Thus, it can be connected only directly to the RS232 of a PC.
PC
GND
TXD
RXD
RS232 bus
Sub-D 9-pin 1:1 socket-socket
Power supply 9 volts 300 mA.
Datafox Article-No.: 20002.
Caution: Do not use a power supply
with more than 12 volts.
!
Caution:
For use, the power supply has to be connected. This also applies if data is only to be transferred.
For data transfer and charging of batteries, insert the Timeboy until the charging contacts snap
into place and the green LED at the front side of the docking station lights up. The green LED
only shows that the batteries are being charged. It does not give any information regarding com-
munication.
Manual TimeboyIV
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date: 11.07.2013 Version 04.02.04