User's Manual
Technical Information
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A typical interconnection between the 400 and a computerin its
simplest form is shown in Figure 5-2.
Figure 5-2
Serial Output
The data format that is transmitted from the 400 is determined by
the I/O PORT options found in Chapter 1 under “I/O Port Setup.”
Data transmitted by the 400 shall have one start bit (Logic 0), 7 bits
of ASCII, one parity bit (set to Logic 0), and then one stop bit (Logic
1).
Serial Input Commands
Your 400 is equipped with an input that allows the 400 to be
controlled or monitored remotely. Every function that can be
performed by the 400 (plus a few special functions not activated by
the keyboard) can be activated via the serial input. This Remote
Control Interface is covered by U.S. Patent 4,591,978.
For more information on Serial Input Commands and remote
control operation of the 400, contact X-Rite Customer Services at
1-888-826-3059.