SETBAUD Set RS-232 port baud rate

Syntax
SETBAUD, <baud rate>

Processor Responds with one of the following
For this change to take effect, you must cycle the processor power.

For this change to take effect, you must first set dip switch #1 on S2 in the down position and then cycle the processor power.

Parameter Description Format
baud rate new RS-232 port baud rate you must select one of the following baud rates
300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200

Description
When dip switch #1 on S2 is in the up position, the processor RS232 port baud rate is fixed at 9600 baud. When dip switch #1 on S2 is in the down position, the
processor RS232 port baud rate will be set to the user setting determined by the SETBAUD command. When the SETBAUD command is issued, the processor power must be cycled for the change to take effect. This will allow laptops that have problems communicating at 115200 baud to use an intermediate baud rate that is faster than 9600 baud in order to minimize download times. Also, with dip switch #1 on S2 set to the up position, the processor can be set to a known baud rate (9600 baud), ensuring reliable communications. This adjustable baud rate also provides greater flexibility when connecting to external A/V equipment.

Example
Set RS-232 port baud rate to 57600 bps

L232> SETBAUD, 57600
For this change to take effect, you must cycle the processor power.

See Also
GETBAUD - Request the RS-232 port baud rate

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