2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
Thank you for your purchase of this Patton Electronics product.
This product has been thoroughly inspected and tested and is warrant-
ed for One Year parts and labor. If any questions or problems arise
during installation or use of this product, please do not hesitate to con-
tact 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
• Automatically selects DCE/DTE modes
• Serial data rates to 115,200 bps
• Supports both software and hardware flow control
• Interface or AC Powered
• Ultra-miniature size
• Made in the USA
2.2 DESCRIPTION
The Patton Model 2036P Serial to Parallel and Parallel to
Serial Converter automatically converts RS-232 serial data to parallel
data format and vice versa. Incorporating advanced microprocessor
technology, the 2036P automatically senses and selects parallel and
serial modes, as well as DCE/DTE modes. The Model 2036P supports
serial data rates to 115.2 Kbps.
For easy configuration, the Model 2036P features a convenient set
of configuration switches. These internally accessible configuration
switches allow the user to control baud rate, parity, word length and
flow control.
Housed in a miniature ABS plastic case, the Model 2036P comes
equipped with a DB-25 female connector on the serial side and a
Centronics 36 pin male connector on the parallel side. Able to recieve
power directly from the RS-232 interface, the Model 2036P also comes
with a wall-mount power supply for low power applications.
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3.0 CONFIGURATION
The Model 2036P is simple to install and designed for excellent
reliability. The following instructions will help you set up and install
your converter properly. If you have any questions, please call Patton
Technical Support at (301) 975-1007.
3.1 CONFIGURATION SWITCHES
The Model 2036P uses a set of eight internal DIP switches (see
Figure 1) that allow configuration to a wide range of applications. You
must open the case to gain access to the internal switches. To open
the case, insert a small screwdriver into one of the slots on the side of
the plastic case. Then twist from side to side until the case opens.
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.
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 Model 2036P Configuration Switches
Figure 2. The miniature configuration switch package
OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
DHS-8
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1
2
34
56
78
DIP Switches
Power Supply Jack
Parallel Port
Serial Port
ON
OFF
OFF -------- ON
