16.8.2 Setting interface parameters
Procedure
1. Select the "Start-up" operating area.
2. Press the "System data" softkey.
3. Press the ">>" and "Archive" softkeys.
4. Select the "RS-232-C settings" softkey.
The "Interface: RS-232-C" window is opened and the interface set‐
tings are displayed.
5. Press the "Details" softkey if you wish to view and process addi‐
tional settings for the interface.
RS-232-C settings
Parameter Meaning
Protocol The following protocol is supported for transfer via the RS-232-C:
● RTS/CTS
Transfer It is also possible to use a secure protocol for data transfer (ZMODEM
protocol).
● Normal (default setting)
● Secure
For the selected interface, secure data transfer is set in conjunction
with handshake RTS/CTS.
Baud rate Transfer rate: The baud rate that can be used depends on the connected
device, the cable length and the general electrical conditions.
● 19200 (default setting, maximum baud rate for NCU (Linux))
● 115200 (maximum baud rate for PC/PCU (Windows))
Archive format
● Punched tape
● Binary format (PC format)
RS-232-C settings (details)
Interface
● COM1
● COM2 (only relevant for SINUMERIK Operate on PC)
Data backup
16.8 Serial interface (V24 / RS232)
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