Laptop to Microcontroller through RS232-USB Converter

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The discussion focuses on using a PIC 16F877A microcontroller for smart metering, with a laptop serving as the display unit via an RS232 USB converter. The user seeks guidance on how to enable communication between the laptop and the microcontroller, specifically how the laptop can recognize signals and transmit data. Basic interfacing techniques are requested, indicating the user's beginner status in this area. Participants suggest that foundational information on serial communication can be easily found online. Understanding these concepts is essential for successful implementation of the project.
Srini karthik
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Hi,
im currently planning to use PIC 16F877A for implementing smart metering. since I am also learnig .NET, i want to use laptop as my display unit. I also bought a RS232 USB-Converter. But,i don know how will the laptop recognize signal from MC and transmit data to microcontroller?? :frown: I am just a beginner,please explain me the basics of such interfacing techniques?!
 
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