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6 ft Professional RS422/485 USB Serial Cable Adapter w/ COM Retention

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Add an RS422/485 serial port to your system through USB; features COM port retention

$69.99 USD

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The ICUSB422 6 ft Professional RS422/485 USB Serial Cable Adapter with COM Port Retention lets you connect RS422 or RS485 serial devices to your USB-enabled computer. The adapter features a 9-pin (DB9) male serial connector as well as dipswitch controls for easy port configuration, and requires minimal software.

The RS422/RS485 USB Adapter is fully powered via the host USB connection and provides power to the attached serial device without requiring an external power adapter. COM Port Retention saves the assigned port settings, allowing you to disconnect and re-connect the adapter with little to no configuration required on the host computer.

Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

The StarTech.com Advantage

USB Powered - no power outlet required, and no cumbersome AC adapter to carry around
Supports high speed RS-422/RS-485 communication up to 921.6kbps; 400% faster than most USB to RS-232 adapters
COM retention saves the assigned port settings for the device, so disconnecting/reconnecting is hassle-free

Features

USB to Straight-Through RS422/485 Serial Adapter
Supported baud rates from 300bps to 921.6 Kbps
Being able to rename devices no matter how many are plugged in
Supports COM Port retention
Configurable port for RS422 or RS485 support
Supports RS-485 Auto Transceiver Turn Around by Unique Featured ATTA Hardware
Backwards compatible with USB 1.1
Integrated adapter and cable eliminates the need for additional cables
Two interface modes; 4 wire RS422(TxD+/-, RxD+/-), and 2 wire RS485 (DATA+, DATA-)
120 OHM terminator that can be Enabled/Disabled by DIP switch
Transmission Echo for RS485 collision detection

Applications

Ideal for connecting serial RS422/485 devices to notebooks or tablet PC’s through an available USB port
Perfect for controlling/diagnosing manufacturing machines(CNC, Process Control Equipment, Bar Code Scanners, Serial Printers)
Security device control (key panels, cameras, card readers)
Great for Industrial programmers looking to test new code with serial devices
Adapting and expanding POS systems
Communicating with test and monitoring equipment.
Connect and program LED and Digital signage boards with serial communication ports

Product Numbers

Dell Harmony	A3337166
TechData Dis	22186S
ASI Distribution USA	86754
D and H	ICUSB422
Ingram Micro USA	BH4682
Synnex US	STA-ICUSB422
UPC Code	065030836548

Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Technical Specifications

Warranty Information
Warranty	2 Years
Hardware
Ports	1
Bus Type	USB 2.0
Chipset ID	FTDI - FT232RL
Connector(s)
Connector Type(s)	1 - USB A (4 pin) Male
External Ports	1 - DB-9 (9 pin; D-Sub) Male
Performance
Maximum Data Transfer Rate	921.6Kbps
Serial Protocol	RS-422/485
Data Bits	7, 8
Parity	Even, Odd, None
Stop Bits	1, 2
Software
OS Compatibility	Windows® 8 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64), 2000, CE (4.2+) Windows® Server 2008 R2, 2003(32/64) Mac OS 9.x, 10.x (Tested up to 10.8) Linux
Microsoft WHQL Certified	Yes
Physical Characteristics
Color	Black
Product Length	70 in [177.8 cm]
Product Width	1.6 in [4.1 cm]
Product Height	0.9 in [2.2 cm]
Product Weight	3.5 oz [100 g]
Environmental
Operating Temperature	0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F)
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 85°C (-4°F to 185°F)
Humidity	5% to 95% RH
Packaging Information
Shipping (Package) Weight	0.5 lb [0.2 kg]
What's in the Box
Included in Package	1 - USB to RS422/485 Serial Adapter
	1 - Driver CD
	1 - Installation Guide

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