Connecting a VP-214DS 4 Channel Automatic XGA Switcher
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6.2 Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC)
To connect a PC to the
VP-214DS
unit
1
, using the Null-modem adapter
provided with the machine (recommended):
Connect the RS-232 DB9 rear panel port on the
VP-214DS
unit to the
Null-modem adapter and connect the Null-modem adapter with a 9-wire
flat cable
2
to the RS-232 DB9 port on your PC
To connect a PC to the
VP-214DS
unit
1
, without using a Null-modem adapter:
Connect the RS-232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS-232 DB9 rear panel
port on the
VP-214DS
unit, as Figure 4 illustrates
2
Female DB9 (From PC)
PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6
PINS 8, 7, 1 Connected together
If a Shielded cable is used, connect the shield to PIN 5
PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 (Ground)
PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2
PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3
Male DB9 (To Switcher)
Figure 4: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter
6.3 Controlling via RS-485
You can control a
VP-214DS
unit via an RS-485 controller
3
, for example, a
PC (equipped with an RS-485 interface) or a Master Programmable Remote
Control system.
1 When connecting a single VP-214DS unit via RS-232, set the MACH. NO. dipswitches to MACHINE # 1, according to
Table 8
2 Up to 50 feet of cabling may be used for the RS-232 connection
3 RS-485 can be used for control even for distances exceeding 1km
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