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3.2.3 Serial Port Configuration
Figure 3-7: Port Setting Window
Name
To specify which port on the ADAM-4572 is to be connected to the
Modbus serial device. Since the ADAM-4572 has only one serial port,
the only available port name is Port 1.
Description
You can give more detailed description of the function of the port for
easy management and maintenance. Descriptions longer than 128 char-
acters cannot be used.
Type
Each ADAM-4572 offers 3 kinds of serial interfaces, RS-232, RS-485 and
RS-422. You can use any one of the 3 serial interfaces according to your
requirements. You must also pay special attention to the wiring scheme
of the ADAM-4572 serial connection to make sure it conforms to the
serial type you select.
☛ Note: Special Function on Serial Port Handling
RS-485 - The biggest advantage of the ADAM-4572 serial port handling
is when you configure the ADAM-4572 serial port to RS-485 and all