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Introducing the RS-232 to 422/485
The RS-232 to 422/485 Converter allows RS-232 line signal
to be directly converted to RS-422 or RS-485 standard.
Features and Benefits
• Low cost
• Easy install
• Supported baud rate up to 115.2 K bps
• 15KV ESD protection
• Supports half-duplex or full-duplex
System Requirements
• Pentium
®
II or equivalent PC
• Windows
®
2000 and above
Package Contents
• RS-232 to 422/485 Converter
• DB9 to DB9 cable
• Quick Installation Guide
Serial Number Sticker
For future product return or exchange, this serial number
is require. Please keep it for your reference.
04-0483A
RS-232 to 422/485 Converter
Quick Installation Guide

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Layout
Figure 1: Layout
DC Jack input
+5VDC
RS422/485
Signal to
Target Device
Transiting
indicate LED
RS232 signal
from host
Note: Do not connect external DC-Jack and screw
terminal DC input simultaneously.
Hardware structure
Figure 2
HALF
FULL

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Hardware Installation
Connect the power source or use standard RS232 (TXD,
RXD, DTR, DSR, CTS, RTS, GND)
Note: Connect the power source only. Do not use
the external DC-Jack and scress terminal input
simultaneously.
Figure 3
Figure 4
Connecting RS-232 to 422/485 Converter with
host PC
Connecting RS-232 to 422/485 Converter with
RS485 serial device