Figures 3.1 and 3.2 show the three-wire RS-232 connections between the host computer
using a 9-pin or 25-pin "D" connector and the i–Series device.
DB-9 CONNECTOR
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1
2
Figure 3.1 Wiring between DB9 computer connector and RS-232 controller interface
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1 2 3 4 5
Figure 3.2 Wiring between DB25 computer connector
Table 3.2 shows the pin connection assignments between the RS-232 connector on the
meter and the 9-pin or 25-pin "D" connectors of your computer.
Table 3.2 Wiring RS-232 Interface
PIN FUNCTION
Receive (Rx)
Transmit (Tx)
Common ground
3.3 Wiring RS-485 Interface
RS-485 interface uses a two wire communication system (one for transmitting and one
for receiving) plus a common wire to connect to the shield of a cable. It is recommended
to use a shielded cable with one twisted pair.
Use of twisted pair and shield will significantly improve noise immunity.
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8
9
3
4
5
DB-25 CONNECTOR
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and RS-232 controller interface
COMPUTER
DB9
DB25
2
3
5
6
i-SERIES
i-SERIES
i-SERIES
FUNCTION/
3
Transmit (Tx)
2
Receive (Rx)
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LABEL
RTN