PCS PulseWorx UPB PIM-R-A, Almond RS232 Powerline Interface Module The PIM-R-A Powerline Interface Module – RS232 is the de facto interface between a computer (or other serial device) and the Universal Powerline Bus (UPB). The PIM-R connects to a serial (COMM) port on your computer with a standard serial cable (provided) and sends and receives UPB communication packets on the existing house wiring. The PIM-R can be plugged into any free wall outlet throughout the home. The device also provides a pass-thru outlet for other electronic devices. No additional wiring is required and no radio frequency signals are used for communication. FEATURES: RS-232 serial interface connects to any available COM port via a DB9 serial cable (included) Pass-through outlet allows plugging of devices that do not require remote controlUSB serial interface connects to any available USB port (cable included) The PIM is both a UPB transmitter and a UPB receiver giving the host the ability to perform true two-way powerline communication The PIM is the device of choice for interfacing PCS's UPStart Configuration software to the powerline Two Modes of Operation - Message mode or Pulse mode
