User manual SEFELEC 5x Series  176   v1.06 
 
 RS232C INTERFACE 
 
Note: 
IMPORTANT: The RS232C function must be selected in the configura-
tion menu, interface line: RS232  
 
 
 
SEFELEC 5x range test and measurement instruments are fitted with a RS232C interface 
working in the speak and listen mode. It enables the integration of all the instruments of the 
range in an automatic test or measurement system whether it is intended for production con-
trol or entry control. 
 The implementation of the safety loop is essential. The control of the device 
and therefore the generation of a dangerous voltage by RS232C can be done from a 
point where visual inspection of the device is not possible. 
 
Preferably use a series DB9 male - DB9 standard female non-crossover and shielded 
connection cord to connect the device to the PC. The SEFELEC CO179 cord is not 
compatible with this device. 
 
The interface is accessible via a 9-pin connector on the rear of the device. The RS232C 
standard describes the hardware aspects for series data transmission. It requires five lines 
which are: 
  Data reception       RXD 
  Data transmission    TXD 
  Terminal ready to receive  DTR 
  Data ready to be sent    DSR 
  Signal ground      GND