Hypertherm V9 Series Phoenix Rev.11 - Manual (Page 180)

180 Phoenix 9.76.0 Installation and Setup Manual 806410
8 – Diagnostics
To begin an interface test:
1. From the Main screen, choose Setups > Diagnostics > Machine Interface.
2. Enter the Machine password.
3. On the Machine Interface screen, press the port you want to test on the image of the CNC.
4. Follow the instructions in the sections below and on the screen.
Serial Test
The EDGE Pro is equipped with two serial ports that support RS-422 or RS-232 communications.
Conduct this test if:
 Processes or information communicated through the serial port are not operating properly.
 The CNC is unable to download files through the serial port.
 The serial link to the plasma supply fails.
To test serial communications:
1. On the Machine Interface screen, press the serial port you want to test.
2. On the CNC, plug the serial test hardware into the port you selected.