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Chapter 33
Controlling MagicQ using serial port
MagicQ consolea and MagicQ software support the use of a serial port for controlling external devices, such as CD or DVD
players, video or automation computers.
The serial port can also be used to remote control the MagicQ console or MagicQ software via a simple set of text commands.
A standard male 9 pin D type connector is provided on MagicQ consoles. On MagicQ PC the availability of a serial port will
depend on the PC. Many modern laptops do not have a serial port – however, USB to serial converters are readily available.
MagicQ supports standard baud rates, stop bits and parity options for serial communication.
Note that the use of the serial port on MagicQ PC is only enabled when it is connected to a MagicQ Wing or Interface.
33.1 Enabling the serial port
Enable the serial port in the View Settings view of the Setup Window. Page down to the Port Settings. Select the COM port that
you wish to use (on the console always select COM1). Set the baud rate, parity, data bits and stop bits.