Connecting a computer – HEIDENHAIN ND 1200R User Manual
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2 Installation and Specifications
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Installation
Connecting a computer
Measurement result data can be sent to a computer over the RS-232
port (
1
) using a serial cable that does not include crossed wires. To
connect a computer:
Verify that the ND 1200R and the computer power are off.
Connect a computer COM port to the ND 1200R RS-232 serial port
(
1
) using a standard straight-through serial cable. Make sure the
cable connectors are tight, but do not overtighten the connector
screws.
Apply power to the computer, and then the ND 1200R. The
ND 1200R default settings for communication over the RS-232
serial port (
1
) are:
Launch the computer application that will be used to communicate
with the ND 1200R, and configure the communication properties of
the COM port to match those of the ND 1200R.
RS-232 connector
1
Baud rate
115,200
Word length
8 bits
Stop bits
1 bit
Parity
None