MSD-62 series Command Guide
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2 Communication configuration and Specifications
2.1 RS-232C communication
2.1.1 RS-232C connector specification
Connect an RS-232C cable to the provided 3-pin terminal block and then insert the 3-pin terminal block into to
the appropriate port on the MSD’s rear panel.
AWG28 to AWG16 conductor gauge is recommended. The recommended wire strip length is 0.28 in. (7 mm).
If it is connected to a D-sub9 pin, cut RTS, CTS, DTR, and DSR (unused) as needed.
Tx
Rx
GND
RS-232C T
ｘ
RS-232C Rx
GND
Up to 0.28
"
(7 mm)
[Fig. 2.1] Connecting RS-232C cable to 3-pin terminal block connector
2.1.2 RS-232C communication specification
[Table 2.1] RS-232C specification
Standard
RS-232C
Baud rate [bps]
4800 / 9600 / 19200 / 38400 [bps]
Data bit length [bit]
7 / 8
Parity check
NONE, EVEN, ODD
Stop bit [bit]
1 / 2
X parameter
Invalid
Flow control
None
Delimiter
CR LF (Carriage return and line feed, 0D and 0A in hex)
Communication method
Full duplex
