This service information describes the connection of the IntelliBridge to the Puritan Bennett 980
ventilator.
Data communication
The IntelliBridge EC10 module supports RS232 serial data communication with the pre-configured
communication settings of the Puritan Bennett 980 ventilator. No further configuration of the
connection parameters is needed.
• Baud rate:
• Word length:
• Mode
RS232 parameters must be set and verified according to the Puritan Bennett 980 ventilator service
manual by authorized personnel.
Instruction for connection
Connect the IntelliBridge EC5 D-Sub 9-pin connector to either of the RS232 connectors of the
Puritan Bennett 980 ventilator as shown below. Make sure to tighten the screws of the connector
properly.
IntelliBridge EC5 connection to RS232 ports
1
2
3
Service Information
7
38400
7 bits
Philips mode or DCI mode must be selected
1
Puritan Bennett 980 ventilator
IntelliBridge EC5 ID module
EC5 device label: "Puritan Bennett 980"
• Stop bits:
• Parity/Checking:
2
3
7
1
Even
25
