User manual

Chapter 1
Getting Started
The 1203-SSS serial converter provides an electronic communications
interface between a computer and any Allen-Bradley product
implementing SCANport or DPI. It uses the full-duplex, RS-232 DF-1
protocol
.
Figure 1.1 Components of the Serial Converter
Topic Page Topic Page
Components 1-1 Safety Precautions 1-4
Features 1-2 Quick Start 1-5
Compatible Products 1-2 Modes of Operation 1-6
Required Equipment 1-3
Components
AB
➌
➍
➋
➊
➎
# Part Description
➊ SCANport/DPI
Connection
Standard SCANport/DPI 8-pin circular mini-DIN connector.
The 1202-C10 cable is plugged into this connector.
➋ Status Indicators LEDs that indicate module operation, data is being received
from the computer, and data is being sent to the computer.
Refer to Chapter 4, Troubleshooting, for more information.
➌ RS-232 Serial Port Locking low profile connector. The 1203-SFC serial cable is
plugged into this connector.
➍ 1202-C10 Cable SCANport/DPI cable (1 m) with male-to-male connectors.
➎ 1203-SFC Serial
Cable
Serial cable (2 m) with a locking low profile connector to
connect to the serial converter and a 9-pin sub-miniature D
female connector to connect to a computer.
Tip: This cable can also be used to make a serial
connection to a 1203-CN1 ControlNet™ module or
1203-GU6 DeviceNet™ module.
Not
Shown
DriveExplorer Lite
CD-ROM
CD including DriveExplorer Lite software and
documentation.