2 connecting the rs-232 port to a pc or controller, Connecting the rs-232 port to a pc or controller, Figure 4: connecting the – Kramer Electronics VP-4x8 User Manual
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VP-4x8 - Connecting the VP-4x8
Figure 4: Connecting the VP-4x8 4x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher
5.2
Connecting the RS-232 Port to a PC or Controller
You can connect to the unit via a crossed RS-232 connection, using for example,
a PC. A crossed cable or null-modem is required as shown in method A and B
respectively. If a shielded cable is used, connect the shield to pin 5.
Method A (
)—Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on the unit via a
crossed cable (only pin
2
to pin
3
, pin
3
to pin
2
, and pin
5
to pin
5
need be
connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on the PC.
Note: There is no need to connect any other pins.
Figure 5: Crossed Cable RS-232 Connection
1
2
6
3
7
4
8
5
9
1
2
6
3
7
4
8
5
9
PC
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