Digitus DA-70166

Manyèl Enstriksyon Adaptè Seri Digitus USB-C pou RS232 (Modèl DA-70166)

1. Entwodiksyon

This manual provides instructions for the Digitus USB-C to RS232 Serial Adapter, Model DA-70166. This adapter facilitates data exchange between a computer equipped with a USB Type-C port and peripheral devices utilizing a serial RS232 interface (COM port). It is designed to bridge the gap between modern hardware lacking traditional serial ports and legacy serial devices such as weather stations, sensors, machine controls, modems, and ISDN adapters.

Digitus USB-C to RS232 Serial Adapter

Image 1.1: The Digitus USB-C to RS232 Serial Adapter, Model DA-70166.

2. Pake kontni

  • USB-C to Serial Adapter
  • Product support CD-ROM with drivers

3. Karakteristik

  • Connects serial devices to a PC via USB Type-C.
  • Enables data exchange between a PC with a USB port and serial peripherals (e.g., machine controls, modems, sensors).
  • Integrated USB-C connection cable.
  • Individual configuration via the FTDI/FT232RL chipset.
  • Backward compatibility with USB 1.1.
  • Sipòte reveye aleka ak jesyon pouvwa.
  • Adjustable baud rates between 75 bit/s and 128,000 bit/s.
  • Power supply directly via the USB port; no separate power supply required.
Diagram of RS232 and USB Type-C connections

Image 3.1: Diagram illustrating the RS232 and USB Type-C connectors of the adapter.

4. Enstalasyon ak Enstalasyon

4.1. Koneksyon fizik

  1. Connect the USB Type-C end of the adapter to an available USB Type-C port on your computer (laptop, ultrabook, or MacBook).
  2. Connect the D-SUB 9 (RS232) end of the adapter to the serial port of your peripheral device. Ensure the screws on the D-SUB 9 connector are tightened to secure the connection.
Digitus USB-C to RS232 adapter connected to a laptop and a network device

Image 4.1: The adapter connecting a laptop to a serial device.

4.2. Enstalasyon chofè

The adapter features an FTDI/FT232RL chipset. For most modern operating systems (Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, Mac OS X, and Linux), drivers are often installed automatically upon connection (Plug & Play). If automatic installation does not occur, or if you encounter issues, please use the included product support CD-ROM to install the necessary drivers. Alternatively, drivers can be downloaded from the official FTDI websit.

5. Operasyon Enstriksyon

Once the adapter is physically connected and drivers are installed, your computer should recognize the serial port. You can then use appropriate software to communicate with your serial peripheral device. The adapter supports customizable baud rates between 75 bit/s and 128,000 bit/s, allowing flexibility for various devices. It also supports remote wake-up and power management features.

Diagram showing a laptop connected to a label printer via the USB-C to Serial Adapter

Imaj 5.1: Egzanpample of a one-to-one connection between a laptop and a label printer.

6. Konpatibilite

The Digitus USB-C to RS232 Serial Adapter is compatible with a wide range of operating systems and serial devices:

6.1. Sipòte sistèm operasyon yo

  • Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP
  • Mac OS X
  • Linux

6.2. Aparèy konpatib

The adapter is suitable for connecting various serial peripherals, including but not limited to:

  • Estasyon metewolojik
  • Detèktè
  • Kontwòl machin yo
  • Set-top bwat
  • Jwèt konsola
  • PDAs
  • Scanners
  • Modem
  • ISDN adapters
  • Redaktè etikèt
  • Eskanè kòd bar
  • Kach anrejistre
  • Enprimant
Diagram showing the USB-C to Serial Adapter compatible with various devices like switches, label writers, barcode scanners, POS, printers, modems, cash registers, and laptops

Image 6.1: The adapter's compatibility with a range of serial devices.

7. Espesifikasyon

KarakteristikDetay
MakChif
Nimewo ModèlDA-70166
Konektè 1USB 2.0 Type-C male (backwards compatible with USB 1.1)
Konektè 2D-SUB 9 / RS232 plug
Data Transfer Rate (adjustable)75 bit/s to 128,000 bit/s
ChipsetFTDI / FT232RL
EntèfasDuplex konplè
KontakGold-blende
Pwa atik3.87 ons
Dimansyon pwodwi (LxWxH)0.71 x 0.59 x 2.91 pous
KoulèNwa
Sous pouvwaAC (via USB port)
Voltage5 Volts

NAN. Depanaj

  • Aparèy pa rekonèt: Ensure the adapter is securely connected to both your computer's USB-C port and the serial peripheral. Verify that the necessary drivers are installed. Try connecting to a different USB-C port or restarting your computer.
  • Erè kominikasyon: Check the baud rate and other serial port settings (e.g., data bits, parity, stop bits) in your software to ensure they match the requirements of your peripheral device.
  • Koneksyon tanzantan: Ensure the D-SUB 9 connector screws are tightened to prevent accidental disconnection. Avoid excessive bending or pulling on the cable.
  • Pwoblèm chofè: If the included CD-ROM drivers do not work, visit the FTDI websit pou dènye chofè yo konpatib ak sistèm operasyon ou.

9. Related Product Videos

The following videos demonstrate the general functionality and use of USB to RS232 serial adapters. While they may feature different models or brands, the core principles of connection and operation are similar.

Video 9.1: Demonstration of a USB 2.0 RS-232 Serial Adapter with LED Indicators by Usbgear. This video illustrates general serial adapter features and connectivity.

Videyo 9.2: Finiview of a USB to Female Serial Adapter by CableCreation, showing its use with various devices.

Video 9.3: A general demonstration of a USB to RS-232 Serial Cable by Oikwan, highlighting its connection capabilities.

10. Garanti & Sipò

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official Digitus websit. Kenbe resi acha ou pou reklamasyon garanti.

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