Operation and Features 2
RS-232 Interface Reference
E364xA User’s and Service Guide 59
The cable and adapter diagrams as shown in Figure 2- 2 and
Figure 2- 3 can be used to connect the power supply to most
computers or terminals.
DB-9 serial connection
If your computer or terminal has a 9- pin serial port with a
male connector, use the null- modem cable included with the
Keysight 34398A Cable Kit. This cable has a 9- pin female
connector on each end. The cable pin diagram is as shown
in
Figure 2- 2.
Figure 2-2 DB-9 serial connection
DB-25 serial connection
If your computer or terminal has a 25- pin serial port with a
male connector, use the null- modem cable and 25- pin
adapter included with the Keysight 34398A Cable Kit. The
cable and adapter pin diagrams are as shown in
Figure 2- 3.
Instrument
PC
DB9
Male
DB9
Female
DB9
Female
DB9
Male
DCD
RX
TX
DTR
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
GND
DSR
RTS
CTS
RI
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
DCD
RX
TX
DTR
GND
DSR
RTS
CTS
RI
5182-4794
Cable