2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
Thank you for your purchase of this Patton Electronics product.
This product has been thoroughly inspected and tested and is
warranted for One Year parts and labor. If any questions or problems
arise during installation or use of this product, please do not hesitate to
contact Patton Electronics Technical Support at (301) 975-1007.
2.1 FEATURES
• Converts parallel data to serial data and vice versa
• Automatically selects parallel-to-serial and serial-to-parallel
operation
• Serial data rates to 38,400 bps
• No AC power required
• Supports both software and hardware flow control
• A five-state LED monitors status and diagnostics
• Ultra-miniature size
• A DB-9 female and a Centronics male connector
• Made in the U.S.A.
2.2 DESCRIPTION
The Patton Model 2029 Parallel to Serial Converter
automatically converts RS-232C serial data to parallel data format and
vice versa. Incorporating advanced microprocessor technology, the
Model 2029 is able to automatically sense and select parallel and serial
modes. Requiring no AC power, the Model 2029 supports serial data
rates to 38.4 Kbps.
For easy configuration, the Model 2029 features a convenient set
of external configuration switches. These accessible configuration
switches allow the user to control baud rate, parity, word length and
flow control. An easy-to-read LED indicator displays status and
operating condition.
Housed in an ultra-miniature ABS plastic case, the Model 2029
measures only 2.68” x 1.25” x .75”. The Patton Model 2029 comes
equipped with a DB-9 female connector on the serial side and a
Centronics 36 pin male connector on the parallel side. A 6-foot integral
cable is also included.
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3.0 CONFIGURATION
The Model 2029 is simple to install and designed for excellent
reliability. The following instructions will help you set up and install the
converter properly. If you have any questions, please call Patton
Technical Support at (301) 975-1007.
3.1 CONFIGURATION SWITCHES
The Model 2029 uses a set of eight external DIP switches (see
Figure 1) that allow configuration to a wide range of applications.
Because all eight switches are in one externally accessible DIP switch
package, there is no need to open the case for configuration. The
configuration switches allow you to select data rates, parity, word length
and flow control selection. The following section describes all switch
locations, positions and functions.
The Model 2029 uses a
miniature configuration switch package.
To configure your unit, use a small screwdriver and gently push each
switch to its proper setting. The ON and OFF positions are shown in
Figure 2. Default settings for the DIP switches are shown in the table
on the following page. Detailed settings follow the table.
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Figure 1. The location of the configuration switches
Figure 2. The miniature configuration switch package
OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
DHS-8
Configuration
Switch
Complete
Status LED
