Appendix CSpecifications and Ratings
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Communications Specifications
The communications specifications conform to RS-232C, and a general-purpose factory computer or personal
computer can be connected to the ID Controller. The communications protocol conform to SYSWAY (SYSMAC
host computer system).
Host Computer Communications Specifications
Standard RS-232C
Transmission path
connection
Point-to-point
Communications method Two-line, half-duplex
Synchronization method Start-stop synchronization (stop bit = 1 or 2)*
Transmission rate 2,400/4,800/9,600/19,200 bps*
Transmitted codes ASCII (7 bits) or JIS*
Communications control
procedure
Point-to-point procedure
Error detection Vertical parity (even/odd/none)*
Line length 15 m max.
Connector XM2A-0901 (plug): 1 set is supplied with ID Controller
XM2S-0911 (hood): As an accessory
Recommended cable 5PX28AWG, 7 dia.
Note *Set by the internal DIP switch.