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serial transmission - Sensors Glossary

Term : serial transmission

What is 'serial transmission'? What does 'serial transmission' mean?

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In contrast to parallel transmission where multiple bits of data are simultaneously output, this method outputs data serially on a single transmission line. The use of fewer wires is enabled in this method. The receiving device converts the signals into parallel signals.

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