Black Box IC821A Specifications

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Universal RS-232 to RS-422/RS-485 Converter, Opto-Isolated
This device is perfect for multiple serial
This device is perfect for multiple serial
conversions—plus it's opto-isolated. conversions—plus it's opto-isolated.
8/3/2007
#26796
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FEATURES

• Converts RS-232 to 4-wire RS-422 or to 2- or 4-wire
RS-485.
• Bidirectional data conversion.
• Select RS-485 2-wire half-duplex or RS-485 4-wire full-
duplex operation.
• Optically isolated circuits protect the converter from
overvoltage damage caused by ground loops, surges,
and spikes.
• RS-422 operation with transmit and receive always
enabled.
• Set operating mode with four switches.
• Automatic RS-485 driver control, so it works without
any special programming for handshaking signals. Also
enables transmitter from RS-232 TD signal and receiver
when not transmitting.
• Built-in bridging switches for 2- or 4-wire operation
with no external jumpers to set.
• Converts using either port power or power from an
external 120-VAC/12-VDC power supply (PS1002,
ordered separately). No external power is required if
two RS-232 output handshake lines are available.

TECH SPECS

Interface — RS-232, 4-wire RS-422, or 2- or 4-wire RS-485
Connectors — (1) DB9 female; (1) 5-wire connector for TD A(-), TD B(+),
RD A(-), RD B(+), and GND; (1) 2-wire connector for Power and GND
Indicators — (2) LEDs: (1) TD, (1) RD
Power — From the interface or from optional 120-VAC/12-VDC
wallmount power supply
Size — 1.7"H x 3.9"W x 0.9"D (4.3 x 9.8 x 2.3 cm)
Weight — < 0.1 lb. (< 0.1 kg)
Item
Universal RS-232 to RS-422/RS-485 Converter, Opto-Isolated
For an optional power supply, order...
120-VAC/12-VDC Wallmount Power Supply
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Code
IC821A
PS1002