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Tripp Lite RS-422/RS-485 USB to Serial FTDI Adapter with COM Retention (USB-B to DB9 F/M), 1 Port - serial adapter - USB

Mfg # U208-001-IND CDW # 5250501 | UNSPSC 26121600

Quick tech specs

  • USB to serial converter lets you connect a 9-pin serial device to your computer or laptop’s USB-A port
  • Independent DIP switch controls provide easy port configuration
  • USB-powered,so no bulky or obtrusive external power supply is required
  • Tripp Lite is now a part of Eaton
  • Auto-detects and -switches RS-422 and RS-485 serial devices
  • Automatically reassigns COM values to each port to avoid additional configuration
  • Compatible with Windows,Mac and Linux—works with most computers
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This USB to serial converter turns your computer's USB port into a DB9 port capable of connecting RS-422 and RS-485 serial devices, such as modems, handheld scanners and GPS systems. No external power source is needed. Just connect the included USB cable between the U208-001-IND and your computer, and insert the included CD into your computer's CD drive in order to launch the driver. You'll be able to configure and share data among point-of-sale equipment and other serial devices. LEDs indicate when serial data is being sent or received.

The U208-001-IND's sole serial port can be set to automatically detect an RS-422 or RS-485 device by adjusting its DIP switch setting. The port can also be set specifically for use in 4-wire mode.

This USB to RS-485 adapter with built-in FTDI chipset offers COM retention. It automatically reassigns the same COM port values to each port, so when the cable is disconnected or the system is rebooted, no additional configuration is needed. The cable auto-detects and auto-switches RS-422 and RS-485 devices. It also supports RS-485 auto-transceiver turn around with unique featured ATTA hardware.

The wall-mountable USB to serial converter with an industrial-grade steel enclosure offers electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection to ±15kV. It supports serial communications speeds up to one Mbps and USB 2.0 specifications, though it is backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices.

The U208-001-IND is backed by a 2-year warranty, ensuring reliability and performance.

This item was discontinued on February 10, 2023

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