USB-COM485-PLUS-1 FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd, USB-COM485-PLUS-1 Datasheet - Page 2

• Manufacturer Part Number: USB-COM485-PLUS-1
• Description: MODULE USB TO RS485 CONV SGL
• Manufacturer: FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd
• Series: USB-COM-Plusr

Specifications of USB-COM485-PLUS-1

• Convert From (adapter End): USB-B
• Convert To (adapter End): DE-9P Male
• Features: USB to RS485 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: 768-1038; USB-COM485-PLUS-1

Document Reference No.: FT_000132
USB-COM485-PLUS1 Datasheet
Version 1.21
Clearance No.: FTDI# 95
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Introduction
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Functional Description
The USB-COM-Plus modules are a family of communication devices. This model, USB-COM485-Plus1,
provides a simple method of adapting legacy serial devices with RS485 interfaces to modern USB ports.
This is accomplished by incorporating the industry standard FTDI FT232R USB-Serial bridge chip.
The integrated electronics of the USB-COM485-PLUS1 utilise the FTDI FT232R and includes RS485 level
shifters plus TXD/RXD LEDs to provide a visual indication of data traffic through the module.
Figure 1.1 USB-COM485-Plus1
The module uses a standard USB-B device connector for connection to an upstream host or hub port.
RS485-level signals are available on an industry-standard DE-9P connector. The maximum RS485-level
data rate is 3Mbps.
Pin 9 of the DE-9P connector can provide +5V DC at 250mA.
The USB-COM485-Plus1 module requires USB device drivers, available free from www.ftdichip.com, which
are used to make the USB-COM485-Plus1 appear as a Virtual COM Port (VCP). This allows existing serial
communications software, such as HyperTerminal, to exchange data through the USB-COM485-Plus1 to a
legacy RS485 peripheral device.
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