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Connecting to the FP-e (RS232C)
Connecting to the FP-e (RS485)
Reference: <FP-e User’s Manual ARCT1F369>
Connecting to the FPΣ
ΣΣ
Σ COM. 3 cassette
FPΣ
ΣΣ
Σ communication format settings
Item Value set
COM. port 1 unit number No. 1
COM. port 1 communication mode Computer link
COM. port 1 transfer format 8 bits, odd, 1 stop, terminal CR (fixed), no STX
COM. port 1 baud rate setting 38400 bps, 57600 bps, 115200 bps
Note) Use a baud rate of 38400 bps or higher.
Reference: <4.1.15 How to Make Communication Settings Using the FPWIN GR>
Note:
• Use with 1:1.
• If noise is a problem, use a shielded cable and employ countermeasures such as installing a ferrite
core if necessary.
• The transferdistance is 30 m maximum. (Up to 500 m is possible with the 24 V type).
• Any port other than COM3 cannot be used when communicating with an FPΣ using RS485.