Rockwell Automation 1769-L23E-QB1B_L23E-QBFC1B_L23-QBFC1B CompactLogix Packaged Controllers Quick Start and User Manual - Manual (Page 172)

172 Publication IASIMP-QS010B-EN-P - October 2009
Chapter 2 Network Communication
Communicate with ASCII Devices
You can use the serial port to interface with ASCII devices when the controller
is configured for user mode. For example, you can use the serial port to:
• read ASCII characters from a weigh scale module or bar code reader.
• send and receive messages from an ASCII triggered device.
ASCII Configuration Procedure
To configure the controller for ASCII communication, complete this
procedure.
1. In RSLogix 5000 programming software, right-click your controller and
choose Properties.
The Controller Properties dialog box displays.
2. If you are configuring a 1769-L23E serial port, click the Serial Port tab.
1769-L23E
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