jackmiles Member J Join Date Feb 2006 Location Missouri Posts 2 Feb 14, 2006 #1 How do I get communications to work between a 486 laptop and a KF-2 Series A, ie cable, software setup, etc.
How do I get communications to work between a 486 laptop and a KF-2 Series A, ie cable, software setup, etc.
Mickey Lifetime Supporting Member Join Date May 2003 Location Palmdale,Ca Posts 10,659 Feb 14, 2006 #2 If this is for programming, then all you need is RSLinx ( lite will do) a null modem cable( between computer and KF2 module). Set all dip switches on the KF2 module.In RsLinx use the RS232 Df1 driver and auto configure and away you go. Here is the KF2 manual if you don't have it. http://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/um/1770-um521_-en-p.pdf
If this is for programming, then all you need is RSLinx ( lite will do) a null modem cable( between computer and KF2 module). Set all dip switches on the KF2 module.In RsLinx use the RS232 Df1 driver and auto configure and away you go. Here is the KF2 manual if you don't have it. http://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/um/1770-um521_-en-p.pdf