Programming port on FX!N PLC

[phil.s 0]

Hi there I wonder if anybody could tell me the official name of the type of connector that plugs into the programming port of the FX1N PLC's. Reason I ask is I'm making a connection lead to go from the PLC to an F940 GOT screen Cheers Phil

[ChanThien 0]

You can download manual of GOT 940 on internet. its protocol is 422/485. I don't remember cable graph. Sorry !!! Edited 4 Sep 2006 by ChanThien

[phil.s 0]

I have had a look but I couldn't seem to find it. I know how to make the cable I just need to buy the right connector. It looks a bit like a ps2 connector for a mouse or keyboard (but it isn't)! It's the same one that is on the red programming lead that plugs into the PLC.

[Paul Ked 0]

It's an 8 way mini DIN available from RS, stock No 463-394 (wwwrs.com) Regards Paul Ked

[TimWilborne 108]

MrPLC has the cable available HERE also

[Crossbow 296]

The 8 pin port on the PLC is the same as a Macintosh serial cable. I had one customer who bought a Mac serial extension cable and cut one end off. The Q series uses a 6 pin which is the same as the PS/2 mouse and keyboard.

[phil.s 0]

That looks like the one. Cheers guys Edited 5 Sep 2006 by phil.s