USB-COM422-PLUS2 FTDI, USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet
USB-COM422-PLUS2
Specifications of USB-COM422-PLUS2
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USB-COM422-PLUS2 Summary of contents
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... Future Technology Devices International Ltd USB-COM422-PLUS2 Document Reference No.: FT_000135 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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... The maximum RS422-level data rate is 10Mbps. The USB-COM422-Plus2 module requires USB device drivers, available free from www.ftdichip.com, which are used to make the USB-COM422-Plus2 appear as a Virtual COM Port (VCP). This allows existing serial communications software, such as HyperTerminal, to exchange data through the USB-COM422-Plus2 to a legacy RS422 peripheral device. Copyright © ...
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... LED Description The USB-COM422-Plus2 uses five LEDs to indicate a valid link as well as data traffic according to the following table: LED Colour Function Yellow x 1 Power TxD Activity Red x 2 RxD Activity Green x 2 Table 1.1 – LED Description 1.3 Block Diagram USB B ...
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... USB=5m, RS422=12m (for 10Mbps) Table 1.2 - Performance Figures Part Number Description USB-COM422-Plus2 USB-COM-Plus Hi-Speed USB to dual-Port RS422 module Table 1.3 - Ordering Information Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Clearance No.: FTDI#103 Configuring FT232R, FT2232 and FT232BM Version 1.1 3 ...
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... EMI Compatibility ........................................................................................ 17 7.2 Safety.......................................................................................................... 17 7.3 Environmental ............................................................................................. 17 7.4 Reliability .................................................................................................... 17 7.4.1 MTTF ..................................................................................................... 17 7.5 Import / Export Information ....................................................................... 17 8 Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 19 8.1 Hardware .................................................................................................... 19 8.2 Device Driver .............................................................................................. 19 9 Contact Information ..................................................................... 20 Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 4 ...
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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_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 5 ...
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... Insert the A-plug into an available USB Host or Hub port. Insert the mini-B-plug into the USB mini-B- receptacle on the USB-COM422-PLUS2. The USB-COM422-Plus2 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 ...
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... FTDIChip web site. 3) Run this executable to install the device drivers. 4) Connect the USB-COM422-PLUS2 to your computer. A notification will appear near the task bar indicating that new hardware has been installed and is ready for use normal if this notice appears twice ...
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... The second time installs the Virtual COM Port layer in the Ports tree and assigns the COM port number. 8) When both portions of the device driver have been installed successfully, the following message will appear, indicating that the device is ready. Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 8 ...
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... USB device. You will see two additional “USB Serial Port”, followed by a COMn assignment. And two additional “USB Serial Converter A” and “USB Serial Converter B”. Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 9 ...
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... In the figure below, the Converter A is assigned to COM10, Converter B is assigned to COM11. Figure 2.8 - COM Port Assignment and Proterties Use this COM port number with your application software in order to access the USB-COM422-PLUS2 application requires use of a different COM port number, the assignment may be changed through the Advanced Driver Options settings. From the above “ ...
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... Figure 2.9 - Settings Tab Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 11 ...
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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_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 12 ...
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... Connections 3.1 External Connectors 3.1.1 USB The USB-COM422-PLUS2 is a downstream USB 2.0 Device. A standard USB mini type “B” receptacle is mounted inside the USB-F-1001 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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... Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000135 Minimum Typical Maximum 4.25 5.0* 5. Minimum Typical Maximum 2 -7 +12 ±15 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 Units Conditions *Present when USB cable is attached and V USB Host or Hub powered. mA Units Conditions 50R C = 50pF ...
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... Module Mechanical Dimensions Dimensions are in mm. The PCB height is dominated by the D-type connectors and is 17mm +/- 2mm (this includes the tails of the D-type connectors soldered pins). Figure 5.1 - USB-COM422-PLUS2 PCB Dimensions Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1 ...
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... Operating Temperature T Range Table 6.2 - Operating Temperature Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Minimum Typical Maximum -65 +150 Minimum Typical Maximum –40 +85 Document Reference No.: FT_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 Units Conditions o C Units Conditions 5% to 95% RH non condensing 16 ...
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... EMI Compatibility FCC and CE The USB-COM422-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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... Country of Origin China TBD Harmonized Code Product Description USB to RS422 Development Module, Single Port USA ECCN EAR99 – No License Required Table 7.1 - Import / Export Information Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 18 ...
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... If the higher COM port assignments are not acceptable for the application, known unused COM port numbers should be uninstalled according to the FTDI installation guide: http://ftdichip.com/Documents/InstallGuides.htm. Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Clearance No.: FTDI#103 http://ftdichip.com/Documents/InstallGuides.htm Version 1.1 19 ...
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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_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 20 ...
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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_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 21 ...
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... Figure 2.7 - COM Port and USB Device name Assignment ....................................................................... 10 Figure 2.8 - COM Port Assignment and Proterties ..................................................................................... 10 Figure 2.9 - Settings Tab ............................................................................................................................... 11 Figure 2.10 - Advanced Options ................................................................................................................... 12 Figure 5.1 - USB-COM422-PLUS2 PCB Dimensions .................................................................................. 15 List of tables: Table 1.1 – LED Description ........................................................................................................................... 2 Table 1.2 - Performance Figures .................................................................................................................... 3 Table 1.3 - Ordering Information .................................................................................................................... 3 Table 2.1 – ...
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... Version 1.0 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_000135 USB-COM422-PLUS2 Datasheet Version 1.1 Clearance No.: FTDI#103 06 July 2009 27 August 2009 th 12 ...