XPort® Device Server User Guide  91 
B: Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions 
Many of the unit’s configuration procedures require assembling a series of options 
(represented as bits) into a complete command (represented as a byte). Convert the resulting 
binary value to a hexadecimal representation. 
Converting Binary to Hexadecimal 
Following are two simple ways to convert binary numbers to hexadecimals. 
Conversion Table 
Hexadecimal digits have values ranging from 0 to F, which are represented as 0-9, A (for 10), 
B (for 11), etc. To convert a binary value (for example, 0100 1100) to a hexadecimal 
representation, the upper and lower four bits are treated separately, resulting in a two-digit 
hexadecimal number (in this case, 4C). Use the following table to convert values from binary 
to hexadecimal. 
Scientific Calculator 
Another simple way to convert binary to hexadecimals is to use a scientific calculator, such 
as the one available on Windows’ operating systems. For example: 
1.  On the Windows’ Start menu, click Programs
Accessories
Calculator. 
2.  On the View menu, select Scientific. The scientific calculator displays. 
3.  Select Bin (Binary), and type the number to convert.