USB-COM232-PLUS-2 FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd, USB-COM232-PLUS-2 Datasheet

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... Future Technology Devices International Ltd USB-COM232-PLUS2 Document Reference No.: Future Technology Devices International Ltd (FTDI) Unit 1, 2 Seaward Place, Centurion Business Park, Glasgow, G41 1HH, United Kingdom Tel.: +44 (0) 141 429 2777 E-Mail (Support): support1@ftdichip.com Web: http://www.ftdichip.com Neither the whole nor any part of the information contained in, or the product described in this manual, may be adapted or reproduced in any material or electronic form without the prior written consent of the copyright holder ...

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... TXD/RXD LEDs to provide a visual indication of data traffic through the module. Figure 1.1 USB-COM232-PLUS2 The module uses a standard USB-miniB device connector for connection to an upstream host or hub port. RS232-level signals, including modem handshake signals, are available on an industry-standard DE-9P connector. The maximum RS232-level data rate is 1Mbps. ...

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... LED Description The USB-COM232-PLUS2 uses five LEDs to indicate a valid link as well as data traffic according to the following table: LED Function Description Colour Yellow Enumerated ON when USB-COM-PLUS2 is configured and ready Flashes when data is transmitted from the Red TxD Activity the attached RS232 device ...

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... Adds two RS-232 serial ports by connecting to USB Easy plug & play installation and RS-232 device connection Provide USB2.0 Hi-Speed(480Mbps) interface and works with USB 1.1 & 2.0 Host and Hub ports Industry Standard FTDI chip set & device drivers for maximum compatibility ® ...

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... Example Applications and Configurations ..................................................... 6 2.1.1 Wiring ...................................................................................................... 6 2.2 Device Driver Installation ............................................................................. 7 2.2.1 Microsoft Windows ..................................................................................... 7 2.2.2 Mac OS X, Linux, Windows CE ................................................................... 11 3 Connections .................................................................................. 12 3.1 External Connectors .................................................................................... 12 3.1.1 USB ....................................................................................................... 12 3.1.2 RS232 .................................................................................................... 12 4 Electrical details ........................................................................... 13 4.1 USB ............................................................................................................. 13 4.2 RS232 ......................................................................................................... 13 5 Mechanical Details ........................................................................ 14 5.1 Module Mechanical Dimensions ................................................................... 14 6 Physical Environment Details ...

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... Appendix A - List of Figures and tables......................................... 22 Appendix B - Revision History ............................................................ 23 Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000147 USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI ...

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... Example Applications and Configurations 2.1.1 Wiring Insert the A-plug of a USB cable into an available USB Host or Hub port. Insert the miniB-plug into the miniB-receptacle on the USB-COM232-PLUS2. RS232 cables have followed a standard 9-pin configuration on a D-sub connector since the mid 1980s. ...

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... Installation Executable shown on Windows XP 1) Login to your system as administrator user with administrator rights. 2) Prior to connecting the USB-COM232-PLUS2 to the USB Host or Hub port, download the latest device driver version from the FTDIChip web site. 3) Run this executable to install the device drivers. ...

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... After the files are found and installed, click “Finish” to complete the installation. Figure 2.4 - Complete Hardware Installation 7) Steps 2 through 6 will repeat. The first time installs the basic USB Serial Converter in the USB device tree. The second time installs the Virtual COM Port layer in the Ports tree and assigns the COM port number ...

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... Figure 2.6 - Device Manager Click on the Plus “+” sign next to the Ports tree to list the available COM port. You will see “USB Serial Port”, followed by a COMn assignment. In the figure below, the USB-COM232-PLUS2 is assigned to COM3 and COM4. Port A is always assigned the lower COM port number (COM3 in this example) and Port B the higher COM port number (COM4 in this example) ...

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... Select one that is not in use and click OK on each dialog box to activate the selection. Windows will remember this COM port number. Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000147 USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI ...

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... Device drivers and FTDI installation guides for Mac OS X, Linux and Windows CE are available for download on the FTDIChip web sites. Follow the respective FTDI installation guides for the chosen operating system. Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000147 USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI ...

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... Connections 3.1 External Connectors 3.1.1 USB The USB-COM232-PLUS2 is a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Device. A standard USB Series “miniB” receptacle is mounted on the USB-COM232-PLUS2 to facilitate connection to an upstream USB Host or Hub. Pin Number Pin Type 1 Power Bidirectional 2 3 Bidirectional Ground Shield Case Ground Table 3.1 – ...

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... Electrical details 4.1 USB Parameter Description USB_VCC Input Power Voltage* I USB current cc Table 4.1 - USB Electrical Details 4.2 RS232 Parameter Description Transmitter output V trans voltage swing Receiver input voltage V rec range ESD HBM Table 4.2 - RS232 Electrical Details Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No ...

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... Mechanical Details 5.1 Module Mechanical Dimensions Figure 5.1 - USB-COM232-PLUS2 PCB Dimensions Dimensions are in mm. The height of the module is dominated by the 2 D-type connectors and stands 12.8mm +/- 1mm. The D-type pins protrude below the PCB by 2.54mm +/-1mm Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No ...

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... Operating Temperature T Range Table 6.2 - Operating Temperature Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Minimum Typical Maximum TBD TBD Minimum Typical Maximum –40 +85 Document Reference No.: FT_000147 USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI# 96 Units Conditions o C Units Conditions 5% to 95% RH non condensing 15 ...

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... EMI Compatibility FCC and CE The USB-COM232-PLUS2 has been tested to be compliant with both FCC Part 15 Subpart B and European EMC Directive. NOTE: This is a Class B product domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. ...

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... Import / Export Information Country of Origin China 8542.90.0000 Harmonized Code Product Description USB to RS232 Development Module, Two COM Port USA ECCN EAR99 – No License Required Table 7.1 - Import / Export Information Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000147 USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1 ...

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... Computer power Computer is not in Sleep or Standby - If a USB Hub is used, be sure it is set for “Self-Powered” operation - If a USB Hub is used, be sure all cables are properly inserted - If all the above are OK, the Yellow LED should be lit, indicating the device has been recognized by the USB subsystem. RS232 cables – ...

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... Technical Support Technical support may be obtained from your nearest FTDIChip office: United Kingdom: United States: China: Taiwan Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited support1@ftdichip.com us.support@ftdichip.com cn.support@ftdichip.com tw.support1@ftdichip.com Document Reference No.: FT_000147 USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI ...

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... USA Tel: +1 (503) 547 0988 Fax: +1 (503) 547 0987 E-Mail (Sales) us.sales@ftdichip.com E-Mail (Support) us.support@ftdichip.com E-mail (General Enquiries) us.admin@ftdichip.com Web Site URL http://www.ftdichip.com Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000147 USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI ...

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... Distributor and Sales Representatives Please visit the Sales Network page of the FTDI Web site for the contact details of our distributor(s) and sales representative(s) in your country. Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000147 USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI ...

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... Table 1.3 - Ordering Information .................................................................................................................... 3 Table 2.1 – RS232 DTE to DCE connection with straight-through cable ................................................... 6 Table 2.2 – RS232 DTE to DTE connection with null-modem cable ........................................................... 6 Table 3.1 – USB "miniB" Receptacle Pin-Out ............................................................................................. 12 Table 3.2 – DE-9P RS232 Pin-Out ................................................................................................................. 12 Table 4.1 - USB Electrical Details ................................................................................................................. 13 Table 4 ...

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... First Release Version 1.1 Edited Section 1.3.1, Removed the statement “A standard “A to B” cable is provided” Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000147 USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI# 96 June 2009 July 7th 2009 th 12 ...