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D3232
3. Connecting the D3232 to your PC
For connection to a PC with THOR Router Management System, the RS-232 interface is used. The
RS-232 port on all VikinX devices uses the standard DCE pin-out, see pin-out table in Chapter 4.3.
A standard modem cable can be used for connecting the router to the PCs serial port.
3.1.
Selection of router level
The router level depends on the system configuration the router is going to work with. See chapter 5 for
more information. All routers are delivered with default level 1. THOR Router Management System
offers the control of up to 16 different routers or combinations of routers.
3.2.
Pin-out of RS-232 connector
The DB9 female connector for the RS-232 port has the following pin-out:
3.3.
Maximum cable length
The maximum cable length for an RS-232 connection is per definition 15m. Longer distances can be
installed depending on the environmental conditions of the installation site. It is the responsibility of the
installer / user to secure a proper installation of the RS-232 connection.
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Pin 2
Tx
Pin 3
Rx
Pin 5
GND
Rev. 4
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