Black Box IC293A Manual de usuario

BL A C K B O X®

Connect up to eight DB9 serial devices

to a USB port.

Configurable via software; no jumpers or switches to set.

USB to Multi RS-232/422/485 Interface Converter

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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND

INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy,

and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the

manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.

It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing

device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,

which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference

when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of

this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case

the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be

necessary to correct the interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise

emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation

of Industry Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les

limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le

Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)

Electrical Safety Statement

INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes

de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.

2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para

referencia futura.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de

operación deben ser respetadas.

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NOM Statement

4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo,

cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca,

etc.

6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales

que sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea

recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá

lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser

referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no

interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,

alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe

colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios

de ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor

como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo

amplificadores) que producen calor.

11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del

tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el

aparato.

12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la

polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no

sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,

poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen

del aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las

recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las

lineas de energia.

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NOM Statement

16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea

usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean

derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:

A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u

B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o

C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o

D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su

desempeño; o

E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Trademarks Used in this Manual

Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks

of BB Technologies, Inc.

Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be

the property of the trademark owners.

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Table of Contents

1. Specifications .........................................................................................7

2. Overview ..................................................................................................8

2.1 Introduction ...................................................................................8

2.2 Features .........................................................................................8

2.3 What’s Included .............................................................................9

2.4 Optional Items You May Need .......................................................9

2.5 Hardware Description .................................................................. 10

3. Installation and Configuration ................................................................ 11

3.1 Software Installation .................................................................... 11

3.2 Hardware Installation ................................................................... 11

3.3 Verifying Installation..................................................................... 12

3.4 Hardware Configuration .............................................................. 13

3.4.1 Electrical Interface Mode Selection ................................. 13

3.4.2 Interface Biasing ............................................................. 14

3.4.3 Line Termination ............................................................. 15

3.4.4 Echo................................................................................ 16

3.4.5 High-Retention USB Type B Port..................................... 16

3.4.6 Status LEDs ..................................................................... 17

3.4.7 DB9M Serial Connectors................................................. 17

3.4.8 Locking USB Cables ........................................................ 17

Appendix A. Troubleshooting ..........................................................................18

A.1 Troubleshooting Tips.................................................................... 18

A.2 Contacting Black Box...................................................................21

A.3 Shipping and Packaging...............................................................22

Appendix B. Electrical Interfaces ......................................................................23

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Chapter 1: Specifications

1. Specifications

Interface — (8) RS-232/422/485 serial ports, (1) USB

Maximum Data Rate — Up to 921.6 kbps

UARTs — High-speed USB/UARTs with 128-byte TX FIFOs and 384-byte FIFOs

Connectors — (1) high-retention USB Type B, (8) DB9 serial

Temperature Tolerance — Operating: +32 to +158° F (0 to +70° C);

Storage: -50 to +105° F (-58 to +221° F)

Relative Humidity — Operating: 10 to 90%, noncondensing;

Storage: 10 to 90%, noncondensing

Power — Derives 500 mA power from your computer or a self-powered hub

NOTE: This device is a high power USB device. It must be plugged directly into a

USB port on your computer or a self-powered hub capable of supplying

500 mA per port. Some laptop computers running on battery power and

non-powered USB hubs do not provide the full 500mA necessary to power

this device.

Size — 2.4"H x 5.3"W x 9.2"D (6.1 x 13.5 x 23.4 cm)

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Chapter 2: Overview

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

The USB to Multi RS-232/422/485 Interface Converter (IC293A) provides an easy

way to connect up to eight DB9 serial device(s) to a single USB port. All

configuration and electrical interface selections are handled through the driver, so

you don’t have to open the enclosure to set jumpers or switches. The serial port is

software configurable for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 (full- and half-duplex).

The IC293A software drivers and utilities make installation and operation easy for

Windows®98SE, ME, 2000, XP, and Vista operating systems. Once the software is

installed, plug the interface converter into an available USB port. Each serial port is

recognized as a standard COM port by the host system enabling compatibility

with legacy software. Serial data rates to 921.6 kbps are supported.

To prevent accidental cable disconnection, the interface converter integrates a

patent-pending high-retention locking USB port that is fully compatible with

standard USB cables. When used with the included USB cable with a high-

retention USB type B connector, the metal thumbscrew provides a secure

connection to the device. Standard operating temperature range is 32 to 158° F

(0 to 70° C) and extended temperature range is -4 to +185° F (-40° C to

+85° C). Status LEDs display electrical interface selection and serial data activity

for each port.

2.2 Features

• Each port is individually software configurable for RS-232, RS-422, and two-wire

or four-wire RS-485.

• Maintains electrical interface settings across multiple computers.

• Includes high-speed UART with 128-byte Tx FIFO and 384-byte Rx FIFO.

• Automatically enables/disables hardware RS-485.

• DB9M connector serial port supports data rates to 921.6 kbps.

• Powered by USB host connection.

• Implements full modem control signals in RS-232 mode.

• Status LEDs indicate power, electrical interface, and serial data activity for each

port.

• Flexible mounting options.

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Chapter 2: Overview

2.3 What’s Included

The interface converter ships with the following items. If any of these items is

missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or

info@blackbox.com.

IC293A:

• USB to Multi RS-232/422/485 Interface Converter

• (1) 6-ft. (1.8-m) high-retention USB Type B cable

• Software and this user’s manual on CD-ROM

2.4 Optional Items You May Need

Depending upon your application, you might also need the following items.

Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com

for details.

Cables:

• DB9F to DB25M (RS-232) Extension Cable (BC03000-0006-MF)

The BC03000-0006-MF is a standard AT-style RS-232 modem cable with a DB9F

connector on one end and a DB25M connector on the other. This cable is 72

inches long.

• DB9F to DB9M Extension Cable (BC00200)

The BC00200 allows users to extend a DB9 cable up to six feet. The connectors

are pinned one-to-one so the cable is compatible with any device or cable that

has DB9 connectors.

Terminal blocks:

The IC981 terminal block breaks out a DB9 connector to nine screw terminals to

simplify field wiring of serial connections including RS-422 and RS-485 networks.

The IC981 is designed to connect directly to Sealevel DB9 serial cards or any cable

with a DB9M connector.

Adapters and Converters:

The FA756 is a DB9 female to RJ-45 adapter. It can be configured without tools,

and it is an excellent choice for using available infrastructure wiring.

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Chapter 2: Overview

2.5 Hardware Description

Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the IC293A. Table 2-1

describes its components.

1 2 3

Figure 2-1. Front panel: Multi Port interface converter (IC293A).

Figure 2-2. Back panel: Multi Port interface converter (IC293A).

Table 2-1. IC293A components.

Number Component Description

1Power LED Lights when the hub is properly powered through the

USB port.

2High-retention USB Type B connector Links securely to USB device via cable.

3(8) Data LED(s) Blinks when data is being transmitted or received.

4Hole for thumbscrew Securely holds USB cable in place.

5(8) Mode LED(s)

Lights green when RS-232 mode is selected.

Lights red when RS-422 or RS-485 mode is selected.

6(8) DB9 connector(s) Links to (8) serial device ports.

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