Appendix ASpecifications
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Communications Specifications
Specifications for Host Link Communications
Item Specification
Communications standard EIA RS-232C
Communications settings
Start-stop synchronization
Baud rate: 9,600 or 19,200 bps
Data length: 7 bits
Stop bits: 2 bits
Parity: Even
Connector 9-pin D-SUB connectors (female) (serial ports A and B)
Number of Units connected 1:1
Transmission distance Max. 15 m*
Communications protocol C-series SYSWAY (1:N)
* When using an NT-AL001 or NS-AL002 Link Adapter, the specifications are as follows:
• RS-232C cable:Max. 2 m (Not required with the NS-AL002)
• RS-422A cable: Total length 500 m max.
Specifications for 1:1 NT Link Communications
Item Specification
Communications standard EIA RS-232C
Connector 9-pin D-SUB connectors (female) (serial ports A and B)
Number of Units connected 1:1
Transmission distance Max. 15 m
*
* When using an NT-AL001 or NS-AL002 Link Adapter, the specifications are as follows:
• RS-232C cable:Max. 2 m (Not required with the NS-AL002)
• RS-422A cable: Total length 500 m max.
Specifications for 1:N NT Link Communications
Item Specification
Communications standard EIA RS-232C
Connector 9-pin D-SUB connectors (female) (serial ports A and B)
Number of Units connected
1:1 to 8
Transmission distance Max. 15 m
*
* NT-AL001 or NS-AL002 Link Adapters are required to connect two or more PTs. When using Link Adapters, the
specifications are as follows:
• RS-232C cable: Max. 2 m (Not required with the NS-AL002)
• RS-422A/485 cable: Total length 500 m max.