USB-COM232-PLUS-2 FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd, USB-COM232-PLUS-2 Datasheet - Page 3

• Manufacturer Part Number: USB-COM232-PLUS-2
• Description: MODULE USB TO RS232 CONV DUAL HS
• Manufacturer: FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd
• Series: USB-COM-Plusr

Specifications of USB-COM232-PLUS-2

• Convert From (adapter End): USB-miniB
• Convert To (adapter End): DE-9P Male (2)
• Features: USB Hi-Speed to RS232 Serial Converter Assy, w/LEDs, 1MBaud
• For Use With/related Products: Windows® 2000 or higher, Linux, Max OS X
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Other names: 768-1033; USB-COM232-PLUS-2

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The USB-COM232-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-COM232-PLUS2 Block Diagram
1.3.1 Block description
USB miniB 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
The FTDI FT2232H provides the USB-to-Serial conversion. Operating system device drivers are required
in order to operate with the FT2232H to provide dual Virtual COM Port serial functionality.
RS232 Level Shifter
The RS232 level shifter converts the signals provided by the FT2232H into the voltage levels required by
RS232 devices.
DE-9P Connector (Male)
The DE-9P connector is configured in an industry standard (TIA/EIA-574) pin-out to provide connection to
RS232 peripherals through standard cables. See section 3.1.2
USB miniB
Colour
Connector
Yellow
Green
LED
Client
Red
LED Description
Block Diagram
Function
Enumerated
TxD Activity
RxD Activity
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USB Serial Bridge
Description
ON when USB-COM-PLUS2 is configured and ready
Flashes when data is transmitted from the
the attached RS232 device
Flashes when data is transmitted from the attached RS232 device to the
USB-COM232-PLUS2
FTDI FT2232H
Level Shifter
Level Shifter
RS232
RS232
USB-COM232-PLUS2
Document Reference No.: FT_000147
Connector
Connector
USB-COM232-PLUS2 Datasheet
DE-9P
DE-9P
Clearance No.: FTDI# 96
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