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6.24 Ser
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6.24 Serial Communication Function
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(1) Definition
This function communicates in the MC protocol
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by connecting the RS-232 interface of the CPU module,
personal computer, and HMI by RS-232 cable.
This section describes the specifications, functions, and various settings of the function.
*1: The MC protocol is an abbreviation for the MELSEC communication protocol.
The MELSEC communication protocol is a communication method to access from an external device to the CPU module
according to the communication procedure for the Q series programmable controller (such as a serial communication
module, Ethernet module).
For the MC protocol, refer to the following.
MELSEC-Q/L MELSEC Communication Protocol Reference Manual
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A personal computer or HMI can communicate with a CPU module by the serial communication function only when the
CPU module is connected to it.
The CC-Link IE Controller Network, MELSECNET/H, Ethernet, or CC-Link cannot be communicated with another
station.
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The serial communication function is not used for connection of GX Developer or GX Configurator with the CPU
module.
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Figure 6.92 Communication with personal computer or HMI
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When using the Q00JCPU, High Performance model QCPU, Process CPU, or Redundant CPU, the serial
communication function cannot be used.
Basic
High
performance
Process
Redundant
Personal computer or HMI
RS-232 cable
Communication in the MC protocol