Getting Started; Components - Allen-Bradley 1203-SSS User Manual

Getting Started

The 1203-SSS serial converter provides an electronic communications
interface between a computer and any Allen-Bradley product
implementing SCANport or DPI. It uses the full-duplex, RS-232 DF-1
protocol
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Components

Features
Compatible Products
Required Equipment
Components
Figure 1.1 Components of the Serial Converter
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SCANport/DPI
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Status Indicators
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RS-232 Serial Port Locking low profile connector. The 1203-SFC serial cable is
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1202-C10 Cable
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1203-SFC Serial
Cable
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Description
Standard SCANport/DPI 8-pin circular mini-DIN connector.
The 1202-C10 cable is plugged into this connector.
LEDs that indicate module operation, data is being received
from the computer, and data is being sent to the computer.
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plugged into this connector.
SCANport/DPI cable (1 m) with male-to-male connectors.
Serial cable (2 m) with a locking low profile connector to
connect to the serial converter and a 9-pin sub-miniature D
female connector to connect to a computer.
Tip: This cable can also be used to make a serial
connection to a 1203-CN1 ControlNet™ module or
1203-GU6 DeviceNet™ module.
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Safety Precautions
Quick Start
Modes of Operation
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Chapter 4, Troubleshooting, for more information.
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