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MR 175 Handheld Pendant, Manual
Operating the MR175 on a Windows PC
It may be desireable to connect the MR175 to a PC to test functions.
If the MR 175 is delivered with the RS485 interface then it is necessary to use an interface
converter box that translates the RS485 signal levels to RS232 signal levels. Commercial off-
the-shelf interface adapters are available. There are numerous sources for these devices such
as Buy Converter.
http://www.buyconverter.com/signal_converters/6780.asp
Connect the MR175 to the converter box and the RS232 side to the PC serial input connector.
No Hand-Shake signal lines are required.
Note: Provide 24V power to the MR175
Use the Microsoft Hyperterminal as the communications platform. You can normally find the
terminal program under Programs >> Accessories >> Communications >> Hyperterminal on
any Windows Platform. Adjust the baudrate to 57,600 and select “No Handshaking”.
Turn on the MR175 by applying power to it. The
MR175 will now output the initialization string as
shown to the right:
