Specifications

Set your computer or terminal communications protocol to:
• Baud Rate — 9600
• Parity/Data Bit — None/8
• Pacing — XON/XOFF
• Enq/Ack — Off
• 1 Stop bit
Notes 1. The RS-232 cable will be necessary if you need to download device drivers (Step 11).
2. For longer distances, you may need a custom built cable. A wiring diagram for 9-pin to
9-pin and 9-pin to 25-pin cables is shown in Appendix B.
Connect the RS-232 Cable to a Computer or Terminal:
Agilent 24542U Cable
(shipped w ith Agilent VIC)
9-Pin Female
Connector
9-Pin Female
Connector
Agilent 24542G Cable
25-Pin Male
Connector
9-Pin Female
Connector
Computer
Terminal
Installing the System 1-17