USB-COM485-PLUS-4 FTDI, USB-COM485-PLUS-4 Datasheet
USB-COM485-PLUS-4
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... Future Technology Devices International Ltd USB-COM485-PLUS4 Document Reference No.: FT_000153 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-COM485-PLUS4 The module uses a standard USB mini-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 10Mbps ...
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... LED Description The USB-COM485-PLUS4 uses 9 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 4 RxD Activity Green x 4 Table 1.1 – LED Description Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited ...
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... Figure 1.2 USB-COM485-PLUS4 Block Diagram 1.3.1 Block description USB Mini 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 FT4232H FT4232H Hi-Speed USB2.0 (480Mb/ quad serial UART interface IC device. Operating system device drivers are required in order to operate with the FT4232H in order to provide the Virtual COM Port serial functionality ...
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... Features Adds four RS-485 serial ports by connecting to a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface. Easy plug & play installation and RS-485 device connection Operates 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 ..................................................... 7 2.1.1 Wiring ...................................................................................................... 7 2.2 Device Driver Installation ............................................................................. 9 2.2.1 Microsoft Windows ..................................................................................... 9 2.2.2 Mac OS X, Linux, Windows CE ................................................................... 14 3 Connections .................................................................................. 15 3.1 External Connectors .................................................................................... 15 3.1.1 USB ....................................................................................................... 15 3.1.2 RS485 .................................................................................................... 15 4 Electrical details ........................................................................... 16 4.1 USB ............................................................................................................. 16 4.2 RS485 ......................................................................................................... 16 4.3 Power Output .............................................................................................. 16 5 Mechanical Details ........................................................................ 17 5.1 Module Mechanical Dimensions ...
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... Appendix A - List of Figures and tables......................................... 24 Appendix B - Revision History ............................................................ 25 Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 Datasheet Version 1.2 Clearance No.: FTDI# 108 6 ...
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... Installation 2.1 Example Applications and Configurations 2.1.1 Wiring Insert the A-plug into an available USB Host or Hub port. Insert the mini B-plug into the mini B- receptacle on the USB-COM485-PLUS4. DTE Pin Number Signal Name 1 DATA- = Transmit/Receive Data, negative polarity Also Terminator 2 2 DATA+ = Transmit/Receive ...
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... Figure 2.2 USB-COM485-PLUS4 echo disable Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 Datasheet Version 1.2 Clearance No.: FTDI# 108 8 ...
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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-COM485-PLUS4 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 2.6 - 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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... Click on the Plus “+” sign next to the Ports tree and Universal Serial Bus controllers tree to list the available USB device. You will see four additional “USB Serial Port”, followed by a COMn assignment. And four additional “USB Serial Converter A” ,“USB Serial Converter B” ,“USB Serial Converter C” and “ ...
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... To determine which COM port has been assigned to Converter the cursor point to the USB Serial Port (COM5), (COM6), (COM7), (COM8), then right-click on it and select “Properties”, it shows their relationship to the Converter the figure below, the Converter A is assigned to COM5, Converter B is assigned to COM6, Converter C is assigned to COM7 and Converter D is assigned to COM8. Figure 2.10 – ...
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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_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 Datasheet Version 1.2 Clearance No.: FTDI# 108 13 ...
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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_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 Datasheet Version 1.2 Clearance No.: FTDI# 108 14 ...
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... Connections 3.1 External Connectors 3.1.1 USB The USB-COM485-PLUS4 is a downstream USB 2.0 Device. A standard USB “mini B” receptacle is mounted inside the USB-COM485-PLUS4 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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... Table 4.2 – RS485 Electrical Details 4.3 Power Output The USB-COM485-PLUS4 provides +5V DC for an external device that requires power on pin9 of DB9. The maximum allowable current is 500mA, including the circuitry of the USB-COM485-PLUS4 itself 250mA (total output on all 4 ports) may be used by the external device. The +5V output is only enabled when the USB interface is not in suspend ...
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... Module Mechanical Dimensions Dimensions are in mm. The height of the module is dominated by the 4 D-type connectors and stands 12.8mm +/- 1mm. The D-type pins protrude below the PCB by 2.54mm +/-1mm Figure 5.1 - USB-COM485-PLUS4 PCB Dimensions Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 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_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 Datasheet Version 1.2 Clearance No.: FTDI# 108 Units Conditions o C Units Conditions 5% to 95% RH non condensing 18 ...
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... EMI Compatibility FCC and CE The USB-COM485-PLUS4 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 TBD Harmonized Code Product Description USB to RS485 Development Module, Four COM PortS USA ECCN EAR99 – No License Required Table 7.1 - Import / Export Information Copyright © 2010 Future Technology Devices International Limited Document Reference No.: FT_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 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. RS485 cables – ...
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... 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_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 Datasheet Version 1.2 Clearance No.: FTDI# 108 22 ...
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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_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 Datasheet Version 1.2 Clearance No.: FTDI# 108 23 ...
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... Figure 2.5 – Automatic Install ....................................................................................................................... 10 Figure 2.6 - Complete Hardware Installation .............................................................................................. 10 Figure 2.7 - Hardware Ready ........................................................................................................................ 11 Figure 2.8 - Device Manager ......................................................................................................................... 11 Figure 2.9 - COM Port and USB Device name Assignment ....................................................................... 11 Figure 2.10 – COM Port Assignment and Proterties .................................................................................. 12 Figure 2.11 - Settings Tab ............................................................................................................................. 13 Figure 2.12 - Advanced Options ................................................................................................................... 13 Figure 5 ...
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... Modified the description of Echo function Version 1.2 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_000153 USB-COM485-PLUS4 Datasheet Version 1.2 Clearance No.: FTDI# 108 14th September 2009 24th January 2010 th ...