USB-COM422-PLUS-1 FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd, USB-COM422-PLUS-1 Datasheet - Page 7

• Manufacturer Part Number: USB-COM422-PLUS-1
• Description: MODULE USB TO RS422 CONV SGL
• Manufacturer: FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd
• Series: USB-COM-Plusr

Specifications of USB-COM422-PLUS-1

• Convert From (adapter End): USB-B
• Convert To (adapter End): DE-9P Male
• Features: USB to RS422 Serial Converter Assy, w/LEDs, 3Mbps
• For Use With/related Products: Windows® 2000 or higher, Linux, Max OS X
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Other names: 768-1035; USB-COM422-PLUS-1

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2.1
2.1.1 Wiring
Insert the A-plug into an available USB Host or Hub port. Insert the B-plug into the B-receptacle on the
USB-COM422-Plus1.
The USB-COM422-Plus1 follows EIA-422 standard as a Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) device. If the
RS422 equipment being connected is a Data Communication Equipment (DCE) device, it’s typical that a
straight-through cable can be used.
Table 2.1 RS422 DTE to DCE connection with straight-through cable
Some serial devices may require certain handshake signals be connected. Refer to your device manual
for cabling details.
2.2
The USB-COM422-Plus1 module drivers are available for download from:
www.ftdichip.com
2.2.1 Microsoft Windows
With the device drivers being Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) certified, they are also available
through download directly from the Microsoft
DTE Pin Number
Installation
Example Applications and Configurations
Device Driver Installation
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Signal Name
TXD- = Transmit Data,
negative polarity
TXD+ = Transmit Data,
positive polarity
RXD+ = Receive Data,
positive polarity
RXD- = Receive Data,
negative polarity
GND = signal ground
RTS- = Request To Send,
negative polarity
RTS+ = Request To Send,
positive polarity
CTS+ = Clear To Send,
positive polarity
CTS- = Clear To Send,
negative polarity
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Windows
Expected Connect Signal
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RXD+
TXD+
CTS+
RTS+
RXD-
TXD-
CTS-
RTS-
GND
Document Reference No.: FT_000131
USB-COM422-PLUS1 Datasheet
Clearance No.: FTDI# 94
Version 1.1
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