Laser beta lasermike LS8000-3 User Manual
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LaserSpeed 8000-3 Instruction Handbook
Interfacing with the LS8000-3
Part No. 93463 / Drawing No. 0921-01561
Page 36 of 221
Revision A (Sep 2007)
RS-232 Transmit and Receive (Pins 1-2)
The LS8000-3 has an RS-232 serial port which can be used to receive
measurement data, or to configure settings. The LS8000-3 will connect to any
DB9 RS-232 port with a straight-through cable. A null modem is not required.
Connections between the gauge and Industry standard pin outs for RS232
serial are given in the following tables:
RS-232 Serial Pinouts – LS8000-3 to Computer DB9 Connector
Gauge DB25 Pin
Number
Gauge Signal
Description
Computer DB9
Pin Number
Computer Signal
Description
1
RS-232 Transmit
2
RS-232 Receive
2
RS-232 Receive
3
RS-232 Transmit
11, 19, or 21
Signal Ground
5
Signal Ground
RS-232 Serial Pinouts – LS8000-3 to Computer DB25 Connector
Gauge DB25
Pin Number
Gauge Signal
Description
Computer DB25
Pin Number
Computer Signal
Description
1
RS-232 Transmit
3
RS-232 Receive
2
RS-232 Receive
2
RS-232 Transmit
11, 19, or 21
Signal Ground
7
Signal Ground
LaserTrak can be used to communicate with the LS8000-3 over the RS-232,
RS-422, and Ethernet ports. Please see the RS232/RS422 Communication
section for details on the
Communication Protocol.