uvSVX and uvSVXe Operating Manual: MANUAL-857569191-11 | issue 1.7
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4 Communications
Control of the uvSVX is achieved through the use of “# codes”, as described below.
All commands must be “sent” by pressing the Enter key
with the exception
of the single ‘#’ character required to enter set up mode
4.1 Serial Comms - RS 232 and RS485
The uvSVX is fitted with both RS232 and RS485 communications as standard. RS485 is enabled
by grounding a pin in the communications lead (refer to
Protocol is 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, no flow control.
RS232 comms have been tested over 200m of cable. Successful operation over this distance will
depend on the quality of cable. Contact Valeport for more information.
Baud rate is factory set to 115200. User may choose between 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400,
57600, 115200 and 230400.
Fast data rates and longer data string outputs may not be possible with low baud rates
