Xtreme/104-Plus RS232/RS485 Connect Tech 4-Port Serial Communication Module

Connect Tech Xtreme/104-Plus RS232/RS485 4-Port Serial Communication Module Overview

Features:

• Four or Eight Serial Ports of Jumper Selectable RS-232/422/485
• High Performance UART Control
• 50 bps to 1.8432 Mbps Data Transfer Speeds

The Connect Tech Xtreme/104-Plus RS232/RS485 4-Port Serial Communication Module may still be available for purchase and support from Artisan Technology Group beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).

4-Port Serial Communication Module Price & Specs

Connect Tech Xtreme/104-Plus RS232/RS485 4-Port Serial Communication Module Description

Connect Tech Xtreme/104-Plus RS232/RS485 is a robust 4-Port Serial Communication Module engineered for embedded systems and industrial automation applications. This versatile module provides essential serial connectivity, enabling reliable data exchange between host systems and various peripheral devices or sensors in demanding environments. It serves as a crucial interface solution for data acquisition, control, and monitoring tasks within a wide range of industrial and scientific instrumentation setups. This module facilitates robust multi-channel serial communication, supporting both RS233 and RS485 standards for broad compatibility across different industrial protocols and device types. The architecture of the Xtreme/104-Plus RS232/RS485 ensures seamless integration into PC/104-based systems, offering a compact and dependable solution for expanding system I/O capabilities. Its design provides dedicated resources for each communication port, optimizing data throughput and signal integrity for critical operations.

Functions

Provides four asynchronous serial communication ports supporting RS-232 and RS-485 protocols, designed for PC/104-Plus compatible systems. Allows flexible data communication in embedded systems, with configurable baud rates and line settings. Interfaces via standard DB-9 connectors, supporting full-duplex RS-232 and half/full-duplex RS-485 modes. Capable of UART communication, facilitating serial interface expansion for industrial control, automation, or data acquisition systems. Integrates with systems via a PCI-to-PC/104-Plus bridge for seamless functionality within hardware platforms. Offers ESD protection for reliable operation in rugged environments.

Platforms

This module provides four configurable serial ports (RS232/RS485) for industrial applications. It operates on a PCIe/104 form factor, designed for rugged embedded systems. It interfaces with a host CPU via the PCIe bus, supporting high-speed serial communication. Common applications include connecting to serial devices, industrial automation, and data acquisition.

Applications

Facilitates high-speed data exchange in embedded systems through four independent serial ports, switchable between RS-232 and RS-485 protocols. Designed for PC/104-Plus form factor with ISA and PCI bus interfaces, supporting data rates up to 921.6Kbps with 16550 UART compatibility. Features software-configurable termination resistors, auto RS-485 direction control, and extended temperature operation. Commonly used in industrial automation, transportation systems, medical devices, and telemetry applications requiring reliable serial communications in harsh environments.

Accessories

PC/104-Plus host system and chassis. Features self-stacking PC/104-Plus bus for power/data, comprising a 104-pin ISA (P1) and 120-pin PCI (P2) connector. Four serial ports interface via one 26-pin IDC header, requiring a breakout cable to four DB9 male (D-subminiature, 9-pin) connectors for RS232/RS485 communication.

Interfaces

Four serial ports, each hardware configurable for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 signaling; UARTs with 64-byte transmit and receive FIFOs supporting data rates from 50 bps to 1.8432 Mbps; supports RS-485 full duplex, half duplex, and multi-drop modes; PC/104-Plus stackable module with PC/104-Plus bus connector for power and data interface; no onboard connectors, external cabling required for RS-232/422/485 signals; operating temperature -40°C to +85°C.

Specifications

Four-port PCM/CIA serial communications module supporting RS232/RS485 standards. Provides serial data transfer capabilities with configurable signal levels for industrial and embedded applications. Designed for PC/104 and PC/104-Plus form factor systems with ISA and PCI bus compatibility. Features software-selectable protocols, programmable baud rates up to 921.6 Kbps, and multi-drop networking capability. Common in industrial automation, data acquisition, point-of-sale systems, and process control applications requiring reliable serial connectivity in space-constrained environments.

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Connect Tech Xtreme/104-Plus RS232/RS485 4-Port Serial Communication Module Manuals, Datasheets, Drivers, Links

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Connect Tech Xtreme/104-Plus RS232/RS485 4-Port Serial Communication Module Specs

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