Advantech ADAM-4562 User Manual

ADAM-4562

1 port Isolated USB to RS-232 Converter

User’s Manual

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1.1 Introduction

Advantech’s ADAM-4562 allows PC users to connect their serial devices to systems that
use USB interface. By attaching the ADAM-4562 to a PC, it will no longer be necessary
to open the chassis or turn off the PC to install the hub. With the ADAM-45 62, the user
instantly gets one extra high-speed RS-232 ports which is the Full Modem control
signals. In addition, since the power is derived from the USB port, there are not any
cumbersome power adapters. This makes the ADAM-4562 especially suitable for printers,
POS system and industrial control devices.

Compliant with USB v1.1, the ADAM-4562 features a lot of powerful functions such as
high-speed 115.2 Kbps, supp o r t for various operating systems and F ull Modem control
signal. By simply plugging in a USB hub, the ADAM-4562 eliminates configuration
issues associated with expensive, antiquated card solutions. This eliminates the need to
remove the PC cover and or to reboot the operating system during installation. The user
only installs the driver, and follows the on-screen instructions. This reduces a lot of
programming time.

The USB interface, now standard on virtually all new PCs, offers significant a dvantages
over earlier bus types. A signal USB interface can connect up to 127 devices at data rates
up to 12 Mbps. This kind of easy and co nvenient connectivity means that your network
can grow with your needs.

1.2 Features

z Output type: Full compliance with USB v1.1specifications
z Transmission speed up to 115.2Kbps
z Full-duplex transmitter (TX) and receiver (RX);

Six Modem control pins RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, and RI)

z Isolation protection 2,500 Vdc provided
z No external power supply necessary; the ADAM-4562 derives its power from the

USB port

z Plug-and play installation
z Hot swap function supported
z Drivers for Windows 98/2000/XP

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1.3 Specification

z Compatibility: USB v1.1 standard
z Interface: Network: USB

Serial: RS232

z Connector: Network: USB-type A connector (type A to type B cable provided)
Serial: DB-9 serial connectors

z Transmission speed: 75bps to 115.2Kbps
z Power Consumption : 155mA@5V(typical)

220mA@5V(Max.)

z Parity bit: Odd, Even, Mark, Space, None
z Data bit: 5, 6, 7, 8
z Stop bit : 1, 1.5 , 2
z Error detection: Parity error, frame error, serial break
z Isolation protection: 2,500 Vdc

z Case: ABS with captive mounting hardware
z Operating temperature: 0° to 70° C

z Storage Temperature: -25° to 80° C
z Operating Humidity: 20% to 95% (non-condensing)
z Storage Humidity: 0% to 95% (non-condensing)

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1.4 Package Checklist

z ADAM-4562
z ADAM series CD
z One Type A to Type B USB cable
z NYLON DIN-rail Mounting Adapter
z SECC Panel Mounting Bracket

If you have any questions about USB standard, please refer t o th e web
Site: www.usb.org

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