User manual
Table Of Contents
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- Chapter 2 Hardware Configuration
- 2.1 Initial Inspection
- 2.2 Jumper and Switch Locations
- Figure 2.1: PCI-1601A/B Silk Screen
- Figure 2.2: PCI-1601AU/BU Silk Screen
- Figure 2.3: PCI-1602A/B Silk Screen
- Figure 2.4: PCI-1602AU/BU Silk Screen
- Figure 2.5: PCI-1602UP Silk Screen
- Figure 2.6: PCI-1603 Silk Screen
- Figure 2.7: PCI-1604UP Silk Screen
- Figure 2.8: PCI-1610A/B Silk Screen
- Figure 2.9: PCI-1610CU Silk Screen
- Figure 2.10: PCI-1610AUP/UP Silk Screen
- Figure 2.11: PCI-1610AJP Silk Screen
- Figure 2.12: PCI-1611U Silk Screen
- Figure 2.13: PCI-1612A/B Silk Screen
- Figure 2.14: PCI-1612AU/U Silk Screen
- Figure 2.15: PCI-1612CU Silk Screen
- Figure 2.16: PCI-1620A/B Silk Screen
- Figure 2.17: PCI-1620AU/U Silk Screen
- Figure 2.18: PCI-1622CU Silk Screen
- 2.3 Jumper Settings
- 2.3.1 How to Set Jumpers
- 2.3.2 Default Settings
- 2.3.3 Mode Selection by Jumper/DIP Settings
- Figure 2.21: PCI-1612 Series RS-232/422/485 Selection
- Figure 2.22: RS-422/485 Selection by Jumper Setting
- Figure 2.23: PCI-1603 RS-232 Mode Jumper Setting
- Figure 2.24: PCI-1603 Current-loop Mode Jumper Setting
- Figure 2.25: Active Mode Jumper Setting
- Figure 2.26: Passive Mode Jumper Setting
- Figure 2.27: Resistor Selection
- 2.4 Card Installation
- Chapter 3 Driver Setup & Installation
- Chapter 4 ICOM Tools
- Chapter 5 Pin Assignments and Wiring

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5.2 Wiring
5.2.1 RS-232 Signal Wiring
Since the RS-232 interface is not strictly defined, many devices have their
own connection methods which may ignore some signal lines or define
reserved lines for other functions. It is best to refer to the user’s manual
for your device for installation instructions. You may find the following
helpful.
In general, DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) refers to the device that is
leading the communication. Examples include PC’s, terminals and some
printers. DCE refers to the device being communicated with or con-
trolled. Examples include modems, DSU’s (digital service units), printers
and lab/factory equipment.
In some situations you may be able to get by with just three lines: data on
TXD, a signal ground and a handshaking line. Examples are printer or
plotter connections, troubleshooting and situations where you require
only one-wire communication.
Table 5.28: Terminal or PC (DTE) Connections
DB-25 Male DB-25 Male or Female: Terminal
Pin Signal Pin Signal
2 TxD 3 RxD
3 RxD 2 TxD
4 RTS 5 CTS
5 CTS 4 RTS
6DSR20DTR
7 GND 7 GND
20 DTR 6 DSR
8 DCD 8 DCD