RS-232 Serial Communication Settings
The RS-232 serial port (color-coded blue) provides a means of controlling the camera from a third-party
device. Be sure the camera is set to the same baud rate as the external control device.
If the camera is powered by a OneLINK device, an RS-232 port is available on the OneLINK for an external
control device. Be sure the camera is set to the same baud rate as the external control device.
Specification
Value
Communication Speed
9600 or 38400 baud, selectable
Number of start bits
1
Number of stop bits
1
Number of data bits
8
Parity
None
Flow control
None
The camera's default baud rate is 9600. The 38400 baud setting is optional if the connected device
supports it.
Cabling Notes
Caution
When making cables, do not use pass-through RJ-45 connectors. If they are crimped
incorrectly, they can damage the connectors on the product, cause intermittent
connections, and degrade signal quality. Physical damage to the connectors may void
your warranty.
Intact
– will make reliable contact
with cable connector
Damaged
– Bent contact fingers
will NOT make reliable contact
with cable connector
Use Cat-5e or better cable. We recommend using high-quality connectors and a high-quality crimping tool.
We recommend shielded cabling if the cables will be coiled, run tightly with other cables, or placed close
sources of electromagnetic interference such as power lines.
Caution
Check your cables. Connecting a cable to the wrong port or using the wrong pin-out can result in equipment
damage and will void the warranty.
Pro Tip
To prevent tragic mishaps, label both ends of every cable.
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