AutomationDirect DL05 Series Micro PLCs
Overview
Small PLCs made by Automation Direct.
Wiring Diagram
RJ12 RS-232 Ports
TODO: verify that TX/RX aren't swapped in their directions
| Pin No | Function | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0V | PC ↔ PLC |
| 2 | +5V | PC ← PLC |
| 3 | RXD | PC → PLC |
| 4 | TXD | PC ← PLC |
| 5 | +5V | PC ← PLC |
| 6 | 0V | PC ↔ PLC |
Page 76 (3-4 in the PDF) shows the communication port pinouts
Software
DirectSOFT 6
directsoft63.zip (direct link to v6.3)
Replacement Parts
RJ12 to RS-232 Cable
DirectLOGIC Programming Cable (PN# D2-DSCBL) | AutomationDirect
Must be used with a USB to RS232 cable, such at this one:
Cable: 6ft cable length (PN# USB-RS232) | AutomationDirect
RJ12 to USB Cable
Online Resources
DL05 User Manual (HTML user manual)
Automation Direct DL05 Micro PLC User Manual (D0-USER-M, Sixth Edition, Rev E, 12/2018)