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6 COMMUNICATOR TO CONTROLLER FUNCTIONS
The following sections detail how to configure the connections between Communicator and the
controllers (local communication).
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Network Connection Configuration, page 26
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6.1 Network Connection Configuration
The following sections detail how to configure the baud rate and communication between the
Communicator (master) and its subunits (slaves). Communication can be via RS-232, RS-485, or RF.
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Configuring the Channel Settings, page 27
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Displaying the Controllers, page 28
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Listing the Network Devices, page 28
6.1.1 Routing Methods
There are two common routing methods for running the communications connections; Daisy Chain
(recommended) and Star connection (not recommended).
Figure 1: Daisy Chain
Figure 2: Daisy and Star Combination
Figure 3: Star Routing
NOTE:
Employing a Rotem RS-232 or RS-485 Repeater enables Star routing. Refer to the relevant
manuals for details.