rs232 with a mass balance

[cabtsoibag]

Hi everyone, I'm a beginner and I'm trying to learn how to use LabView. My current task is to write a program for a labortary weight device and my professor gave me a RS232 cable. I connect both the device and the computer already, but I have no idea how to start the program at all because I've only used a DAQ card before. Right now the very first thing I need to do is to get a reading from the scale ( I have the front panel set up, but my block diagram only has icons). Can any one give me some suggestions or hints on where I should  start, or which sample program I should look at?

Thanks!!!

[MikeS81]

Hi cabtsoibag,

to communicate with RS232 you can use the VISA drivers. Use the Example Finder and search for "VISA". One result should be the "Advanced Serial Write and Read.vi".

Mike

[MIG]

Take a look at the NI Instrument Driver Network:

http://www.ni.com/devzone/idnet/

With a bit of luck, you might find a driver for your particular balance in there.