Ed

Serial Communication Error (Outdoor Unit Internal)

Mitsubishi Electric · PAR-21MAA MA Remote Controller

What does Ed mean?

A serial communication error has occurred either between the outdoor controller board and the outdoor power board, or between the outdoor controller board and the M-NET P.C. board. This critical internal error prevents components within the outdoor unit from communicating correctly, leading to system failure.

Common Causes

  • Internal serial communication failure within the outdoor unit's control board.
  • Faulty serial communication IC on the outdoor unit PCB.
  • Corrupted firmware or data on the outdoor unit's processor.
  • Loose internal ribbon cable connections within the outdoor unit.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Physically check if connector (CN4) between the outdoor controller board and outdoor power board is disconnected.

  2. 2

    Inspect connectors (CNMNT and CNVMNT) on the outdoor controller board for poor connections.

  3. 3

    Cycle power to the unit (turn off, then on again) to re-check for the error.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026

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