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User Communication
The user communication of the FC6A Series MicroSmart enables you to control external devices such as computers, printers, and
barcode readers. For details on user communication, see the "FC6A Series MicroSmart All-in-One Type Communication Manual".
Supported ports
â– User Communication Using Serial Port 1
This example shows a system in which a FC6A Series MicroSmart receives the data read by a barcode reader. A barcode reader is
connected to port 1 of the FC6A Series MicroSmart.
Modbus Communication
The FC6A Series MicroSmart is compliant with Modbus RTU protocol and can be used as either a Modbus communication master or
slave. With Modbus communication, the FC6A Series MicroSmart can monitor and modify the data of inverters and temperature
controllers.
For details on Modbus communication, see the "FC6A Series MicroSmart All-in-One Type Communication Manual".
Supported ports
â– Modbus RTU Communication Using Serial Port 1
This example shows a system in which a FC6A Series MicroSmart is communicating with a temperature controller and an inverter
that support Modbus RTU. The A temperature controller is connected to port 1 of the FC6A Series MicroSmart.
USB Port Serial Port 1 Ethernet Port 1
Communication
Cartridge
CAN Port
No Yes Yes Yes No
Serial Port 1
(Port 1)
Barcode Reader
FC6A Series MicroSmart
USB Port Serial Port 1 Ethernet Port 1
Communication
Cartridge
CAN Port
No Yes Yes Yes No
Temperature Controller
Inverter
Serial Port 1
(Port 1)
FC6A Series MicroSmart