User Manual

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Overview
NPort 5200A series device servers are compact, palm-sized data
communication devices that allow you to control RS-232 (NPort 5210A),
RS-422/485 (NPort 5230A), and RS-232/422/485 (NPort 5250A) serial
devices over a TCP/IP-based Ethernet.
NOTE
“-T” indicates an extended temperature model.
Package Checklist
Before installing the NPort 5200A series device server, verify that the
package contains the following items:
• 1 NPort 5200A serial device server
• 4 stick-on pads
• Document & Software CD
• Quick Installation Guide
• Product Warranty Statement
Optional Accessory
• DK-35A: DIN-Rail Mounting Kit (35 mm)
Notify your sales representative if any of the above items are missing or
damaged.
Hardware Introduction
As shown in the following figures, NPort 5200A series device servers have
two male DB9 ports for transmitting RS-232 (NPort 5210A), or
RS-232/422/485 (NPort 5250A) serial data and have two 5-pin terminal
block ports for transmitting RS-422/485 (NPort 5230A).