Question: how to use serial port to perform RS232 functions. Does the sync and ASYNC ports directly support RS232 or is an external UART needed?

Answer: The TMS320C203 asynchronous serial port directly supports RS232 with the use of external line-drivers.

Device: TMS320C2xx
Category: Device Information
Detail: Serial Ports		 Title: Serial Port to Perform RS232 Functions
Source: Case from TMS320 Hotline
Date: 8/1/97
GenId: 0002012

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