NAME

       pmx485-test - Modbus communications testing with a Powermax Plasma Cutter

SYNOPSIS

       pmx485-test

DESCRIPTION

       pmx485  is  a  python  script for testing communications with a Hypertherm Powermax plasma
       cutter using the Modbus ASCII protocol over RS485.

USAGE

       Select the correct port from the list of available ports.

       Check RS485 to establish communications.

       Changing MODE, CURRENT, or PRESSURE will change the corresponding value on the
        Powermax and the new value will be reported back to the test panel.

       Check PANEL to end communication.

AUTHOR

       Phillip Carter

LICENSE

       GPL