Applicable Models; Rs232 Setup; Connecting The Rs232 Cable - Planar LookThru LO552 Series User Manual

RS232 Communication
RS232 control is not necessary for operation, but is a convenient way to control Planar
Transparent OLED Series displays from a computer at a distance. Most things you can do with the
remote, you can do with RS232 commands. Plus, you can send inquiries to the displays and find out
the current settings and values. RS232 connections are made with standard straight-through cables.
Serial communication can occur over RS232, USB-B or LAN.

1. Applicable Models

This RS-232 user manual applies to all LO552 models.

2. RS232 Setup

The RS232 connection must use the following settings:
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19200 baud rate
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8 data bits
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1 stop bit
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No parity bit
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No HW (RTS/CTS) or SW (XON/XOFF) flow control

3. Connecting the RS232 Cable

The LO552 RS-232 DB-9 receptacle is on the left side of the display, as viewed from the front. The
RS232 cable will connect to a PC or control system, depending on your setup.
Planar LookThru Display Series RS232 User Manual
020-1381-00B
RS232 Communication
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