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5.3 How to read Dedicated Protocol
Format A for computer link is used for checking the communication line between the computer
and the
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identical. Refer to section 7.1 for detailed 8-bit binary string structure.
Format A: Communication Line Check
Format B for computer link is generally used for reading/writing to all internal devices, reading/
writing to function block bit/word data, run/stop mode and configuring the Time Switch settings.
Thus, the command string is more complex compared to the Format A equilvalent.Refer to
section 8.3 for detailed 8-bit binary string structure.
Format B: Computer READS from the
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2 Series Controller
Format B: Computer WRITES to the
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Format B: Computer RUN/STOP operation for the
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