This tutorial shows how to do a Modbus-RTU communication with the RevPi Connect and an USB-RS485 converter.
Here we are using QModMaster as Modbus Master and the RevPi Connects RS485 interface.
So the PC acts as the Modbus Master and the RevPi Connect acts as the Modbus Slave.
You need the following
The software qModMaster
Have a look at the pinout
Here is an example product, the DIGITUS USB to serial adapter
Some USB-Serial adaptors have just the two data signal lines, i.e. the USB-RS485 Converter from our shop
Preparation
Have a look at the tutorial “How to Connect Serial Devices”
Connect the RS485+ signal line
Connect the RS485- signal line