USB-COM422-PLUS-2 FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd, USB-COM422-PLUS-2 Datasheet - Page 3

• Manufacturer Part Number: USB-COM422-PLUS-2
• Description: MODULE USB TO RS422 CONV DUAL HS
• Manufacturer: FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd
• Series: USB-COM-Plusr

Specifications of USB-COM422-PLUS-2

• Convert From (adapter End): USB-B
• Convert To (adapter End): DE-9P Male (2)
• Features: USB Hi-Speed to RS422 Serial Converter Assy, w/LEDs, 10Mbps
• For Use With/related Products: Windows® 2000 or higher, Linux, Max OS X
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Other names: 768-1036; USB-COM422-PLUS-2

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The USB-COM422-Plus2 uses five LEDs to indicate a valid link as well as data traffic according to the
following table:
Table 1.1 – LED Description
1.3
Figure 1.2 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Block Diagram
1.3.1 Block description
USB B Client Connector
This connector provides the interface for connection to a USB Host or Hub port. The maximum cable
length is 5 meters, according to the USB 2.0 specification.
FTDI FT2232H
FT2232H Hi-Speed USB2.0 (480Mb/s) is a dual serial UART interface IC device. Operating system device
drivers are required in order to work with the one to provide the Virtual COM Port serial functionality.
Dual RS422 Level Shifter
The RS422 level shifter converts the signals provided by the FT2232H into the voltage levels required by
RS422 devices.
Dual DE-9P Connector (Male)
The DE-9P connector is configured in an industry standard (TIA/EIA-574) pin-out to provide connection to
RS422 peripherals through standard cables. See section 3.1.2
LED Colour
Connector
Yellow x 1
Green x 2
USB B
Red x 2
Client
LED Description
Block Diagram
Function
RxD Activity
TxD Activity
Power
Hi-Speed USB Serial
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FTDI FT2232H
Bridge
Channel A
Channel B
Description
ON when USB-COM-Plus is configured and ready
Flashes when data is transmitted from the USB-COM422-Plus2 to the
attached RS422 device
Flashes when data is transmitted from the attached RS422 device to the
USB-COM422-Plus2
Level Shifter
Level Shifter
RS422
RS422
Document Reference No.: FT_000135
USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet
Connector
Connector
DE-9P
DE-9P
Clearance No.: FTDI#103
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