Remote Control Connection Options; Single-Unit Serial Connections - Klark Teknik HELIX Hardware Setup Manual

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Single-unit serial connections

Note The following converters are the only converters supported by Klark Teknik. Even
though other converters may appear to work, we cannot guarantee their correct
functionality and compatibility when used with our products.
To connect a single unit via serial RS-232
The KT RS-232 host cable (supplied with every unit) is connected to the front panel of the unit and then
to the RS-232 port on the laptop/PC.
To connect a single unit – USB to front panel
The KT RS-232 host cable (supplied with every unit) is connected to the front panel of the unit and then
to a KK Systems USB232 USB-to-serial converter. The converter is then connected to a USB port on the
laptop/PC via a USB cable.
To connect a single non-Ethernet unit – USB to rear panel
A serial RS-485 cable is connected to the rear panel of a DN9340, DN9344 or DN9848 unit and then to a
B+B Systems USOTL4 USB-to-RS-485 converter, using a serial RS-485 cable. The converter is then
connected to a USB port on the laptop/PC via a USB cable.
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