
Set Dip Switches and install any necessary drivers for converter device as directed
by manufacturers instructions. Windows will configure the converter as an
additional COM port.
.6.
RS-485 link (TACHTROL / TACHPAK 30 only)
RS-485 allows full TACHLINK function and the ability to communicate over
thousands of feet. Typically, the need to reload files from the installation disk is
eliminated when connecting, one at a time, to multiple tachometers.
3.6.1.
Direct RS-485 link
a RS-485 card into the
computer. Many are available commercially such as the B&B electronics model
3PCIOU1 or equivalent. It is recommended to use a card that provides electrical
isolation between com Make connec
anufac uction itches any n
drivers for converter device as directed by manufacturers instructions.
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there may be no room to install a RS-485 card. An external converter such as the
B&B electronics model 4WSD9TB or equivalent allows the connection of the
3PCIOU1 TACHTROL/TACHPAK 30
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This method is the most direct but requires installation of
puter and tachometer. tions as defined below
or follow m turers instr s. Set Dip Sw and install ecessary
Designation Pin signation Pin De
GND 5 GND 1 or 5
RD- 1 Tx - 2
TD - 3 Rx - 3
RD+ 9 Tx + 6
TD+ 2 Rx + 7
N/A N/A ot Used 4,8,9 N
3.6.2.
RS-232 to RS-485 link
Many computers, especially laptops, have either RS-2
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