14.RS-232C INTERFACE
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14. RS-232C INTERFACE
The RS-232C is an interface to read the indicated value and status of the F600AT and to write
parameters into the F600AT.
This interface is convenient to process controls, totals, records, etc., by connecting the F600AT to a
computer, process controller, sequencer or the like.
14-1. Communication Specifications
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Specifications
Signal level:
Based on RS-232C
Transmitting distance:
Approx.15m
Transmitting method:
Asynchronous, Full duplex
Transmitting speed:
1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200bps selectable
Bit configuration:
Start bit
1bit
Character length
7 or 8 bit selectable
Stop bit
1 or 2 bit selectable
Parity
None, odd or even selectable
Terminator
CR, CR+LF selectable
Code:
ASCII
14-2. RS-232C Interface Setting
Set the RS-232C communication conditions of the F600AT.
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Communication mode
Alternatives:
［
HAND SH.
］
［
CONTINUITY
］
［
AT PRINT
］
HAND SH.
Communications are carried out according to the commands from the host computer.
Reading of weight values, status and set values, writing of set values, and instructions of operations can
be performed.
CONTINUITY
The displayed weight value and status are transmitted continuously.
AT PRINT
The displayed weight value and status are transmitted at the print timing.
For the print timing, refer to "13 AUTOMATIC PRINT" on page 45.
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Baud rate
Alternatives:
［
1200bps
］
［
2400bps
］
［
4800bps
］［
9600bps
］
［
19200bps
］
■
Character length
Alternatives:
［
7bit
］
［
8bit
］
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Parity bit
Alternatives:
［
NONE
］
［
ODD
］
［
EVEN
］
