8.1 Connect a Single Power Supply to PC via RS-232
The power supply can be connected to PC via RS-232 as shown in Figure 8.1. Please use the
provided RS-232 connection cable. The data format is ASCII, no parity bit, 8 data bit, 1 stop bit. The
recommended baud rate is 9600 bps.(Please refer to Appendix B for details)
Figure 8.1 Connection between a PC and a Single Power Supply via RS-232.
8.2. Connect Multiple Power Supplies to PC via RS-485
For multiple power supplies, use the RS-485 Interface through the RS-485 port at the rear panel of the
power supply. Up to 31 power supplies can be connected via RS-485.
You will need a RS-232 to RS-485 adapter (optional accessory) and the connection shown in Figure
8.2a and 8.2b.
Figure 8.2b
Connection diagram for multiple power supply.
Figure 8.2a
Connection diagram between Adapter and RS-485 connectors.
For more information, please see Appendix B and Appendix C.
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Connect the RS-232 cable to the
RS-232 port at rear panel of the
Power Supply
RS-232
10m max.