RS232 DB-9 Pinout


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Pin Number Signal Name Description
1 CD (Carrier Detect) Indicates that a connection to a modem is established(In).
2 RxD (Receive Data) Receive data from the transmitting device(In).
3 TxD (Transmit Data) Transmit data to the receiving device(Out).
4 DTR (Data Terminal Ready) Indicates that the terminal or computer is ready to establish a connection(Out).
5 GND (Ground) Ground reference voltage(-).
6 DSR (Data Set Ready) Indicates that the modem or peripheral device is ready to establish a connection(In).
7 RTS (Request to Send) Indicates the readiness to send data(Out).
8 CTS (Clear to Send) Indicates that the receiving device is ready to accept data(In).
9 RI (Ring Indicator) Indicates an incoming ring signal from a modem(In).