Content originally posted in LPCWare by Ajay on Fri Apr 08 09:49:28 MST 2011
You will need to use a terminal program on the PC similar to Hyperterminal and set the baud rate, # of data bits, parity, stop bits, and flow control. You also want to make sure the adaptor shows up under com ports under device manager on the PC in Ports (COM & LPT). If not, you will need to install the correct driver for the adaptor. The driver is typically downloaded from the manufacturer's web site.