Differences Between RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485

Differences Between RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485

Serial communication is one of the most basic communication methods faced by electronic engineers, and RS-232 is the simplest among them. However, many beginners often cannot clearly understand the relationship and differences between UART and RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485. This article will discuss these concepts to help clarify their relationships. Communication issues, like traffic problems, … Read more

Subtle Differences Between RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485

Subtle Differences Between RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485

Serial communication is the most basic communication method faced by electronic engineers, with RS-232 being the simplest form. However, many beginners often struggle to understand the relationship and differences between UART, RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485. This article will discuss these concepts to help clarify their relationships. Communication issues, like traffic problems, also have various scenarios … Read more

Understanding PLC Interfaces: RS-232, RS-422, RS-485

Understanding PLC Interfaces: RS-232, RS-422, RS-485

Over 70,000 friends have followed this industrial control WeChat platform:Technical sharing,Learning exchange,Industrial control videos As industrial control professionals, it is essential for us to understand these concepts, which greatly assist in programming and data communication. RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 are all serial data interface standards, initially formulated and published by the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA): … Read more

Principles and Connections of RS232 to RS422 Conversion

Principles and Connections of RS232 to RS422 Conversion

Typically, we use serial ports for direct broadcasting and switching control of video servers, recorders, and switchboards, mainly utilizing RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 interfaces. Below we will discuss the serial port interface standards, usage, and external plugins and cables. The RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 standards only specify the electrical characteristics of the interfaces, without involving … Read more

Temporary Solutions for RS-232, RS-485, and RS-422 Conversion

Temporary Solutions for RS-232, RS-485, and RS-422 Conversion

RS-232, RS-485, and RS-422 often encounter various serial communication issues during on-site debugging, such as communication connection problems between different ports like RS-232, RS-485, and RS-422. Typically, conversion between RS-485 and RS-422 is quite convenient. However, when communicating between RS-232 and RS-422 ports, if there are no other conversion methods available on-site, and mailing could … Read more

Essential Knowledge for PLC Serial Communication

Essential Knowledge for PLC Serial Communication

WeChat Search Skill Training When electrical workers use PLCs, they will encounter many communication protocols and communication interfaces. Do you understand the most basic PLC serial communication and basic communication interfaces? 01 What is Serial Communication? Serial communication is a very common device communication protocol on computers (do not confuse it with Universal Serial Bus … Read more

Understanding Modbus Communication Protocol

Understanding Modbus Communication Protocol

This article aims to give you a clear understanding of Modbus, summarizing related knowledge about Modbus, which is very suitable for beginners. If there are any errors, suggestions and modifications are welcome. What Is a Protocol? Before understanding what Modbus is, let’s first look at what a protocol is. A protocol is a Chinese term, … Read more

RS-232-C Serial Port and Cable Usage Instructions

RS-232-C Serial Port and Cable Usage Instructions

The serial interface, abbreviated as serial port, is also known as the serial communication interface (usually referring to the COM interface). It is an expanded interface that uses serial communication. If classified by interface, there are several types including RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485, among which the RS-232 serial port is the most commonly used serial … Read more

Industrial Control Basics: Serial Data Capture and Simulation

Industrial Control Basics: Serial Data Capture and Simulation

Introduction In industrial control sites, there exists a fundamental yet easily overlooked aspect that all devices rely on—serial ports. So, what is a serial port? Is there a risk associated with serial communication? Qi’an Technology’s classroom provides answers and details how to conduct safe offense and defense regarding serial ports. What is a Serial Port … Read more

Understanding Serial Communication and Interfaces

Understanding Serial Communication and Interfaces

When using PLCs, you will encounter many communication protocols and communication interfaces. 01 What Is Serial Communication? A serial port is a very common device communication protocol on computers (do not confuse it with Universal Serial Bus or USB). Most computers have two RS232-based serial ports. The serial port is also a common communication protocol … Read more