8. COMMUNICATION SPECIFICATIONS
The
8-1 Channel 1 : Miniature DIN 8-pin
CAUTION
zThe personal computer and medical equipment connected to the device are not allowed to be in the patient area.
zThe personal computer used must conform to IEC60950
Specifications
Standard
Transmission
Baud rate
Data bits
Parity bit
Stop bits
Code
Table 6 Channel 1 specifications
Conforms to EIA
1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 bps (Can be changed in the function setting mode “F07”.)
8bits None
1bit
ASCII
Equipment available for connection
Channel 1: Scales, and automatic weight and height scales manufactured by A&D
Channel 2: Personal computer
Pin assignment
Pin No. | Signal name | Description |
1 | TXD | Send data |
2 | RXD | Receive data |
3 | RTS | Ready to send |
4 | - | Not connected |
5 | CTS | Clear to send |
6 | GND | Signal ground |
7 | - | Not connected |
8 | - | Not connected |
Fig.14 Pin assignment
Note
Do not use pins 4, 7, and 8. They are used by the device.
Cable connection between the device and a personal computer
Personal computer |
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