Advantech ADAM-4561-CE User Manual

Advantech ADAM-4561-CE User Manual

1-port isolated usb to rs-232/422/485 converter

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ADAM-4561
1-Port Isolated USB to
RS-232/422/485 Converter
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  • Page 1 ADAM-4561 1-Port Isolated USB to RS-232/422/485 Converter User Manual...
  • Page 2 No part of this man- ual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co., Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reli- able.
  • Page 3 Product Warranty (2 years) Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its prod- ucts will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or...
  • Page 4 This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables are used for external wiring. We recommend the use of shielded cables. This kind of cable is available from Advantech. Please contact your local supplier for ordering information.
  • Page 5 Step 1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support where you can find the latest information about the product. Step 2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's cus- tomer service center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the following information ready before...
  • Page 6 Safety Instructions Read these safety instructions carefully. Keep this User's Manual for later reference. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for clean- ing. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
  • Page 7 The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704- 1:1982 is no more than 70 dB (A). DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.
  • Page 8 ADAM-4561 User Manual viii...
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Overview ............2 Introduction ............... 2 Features: ................3 Specifications ..............3 Package Checklist ............. 4 Chapter 2 Installation & Setup ........6 Hardware Installation ............6 2.1.1 Network Architecture ............ 6 Figure 2.1:Network Architecture ........6 2.1.2 Network Connection ............
  • Page 10 ADAM-4561 User Manual...
  • Page 11 Overview...
  • Page 12: Chapter 1 Overview

    Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 Introduction Advantech’s ADAM-4561 allows PC users to connect their serial devices to systems that use USB interface. By attaching the ADAM- 4561 to a PC, it will no longer be necessary to open the chassis or turn off the PC to install the hub.
  • Page 13: Features

    1.2 Features: • Full compliance with USB v2.0 specifications • RS-232/422/485 port supported • Transmission speed up to 115.2 Kbps • Isolation protection 3,000 V provided • Automatic RS-485 data flow control • No external power supply necessary; the ADAM-4561 derives its power from the USB port.
  • Page 14: Package Checklist

    • Max. Distance: RS-232: 50ft (15m) @ 19.2Kbps RS-422, RS-485: 4000ft (1200m) @ 57.6Kbps • Case: ABS+PC with captive mounting hardware • Placement: DIN-rail, panel mounting, piggyback stack • Operating T emperature: 0° to 70° C • Storage T emperature: -25° to 80° C •...
  • Page 15 Installation & Setup...
  • Page 16: Chapter 2 Installation & Setup

    Chapter 2 Installation & Setup 2.1 Hardware Installation 2.1.1 Network Architecture Traditional serial port communication uses a COM port board that slides into one of the slots at the back of your PC. With the ADAM- 4561, you can access the COM port from USB ports. The ADAM-4561 can be inte- grated into the network architecture of any protocol.
  • Page 17: Network Connection

    2.1.2 Network Connection When using the ADAM-4561, you will simply plug one end of USB cable (included in package) into ADAM-4561, and the other end into the USB hub or your host PC. 2.1.3 Serial Connection The model of the ADAM-4561 that you purchased has 10 pin connector for connecting serial ports on the bottom of module.
  • Page 18 Wiring of RS-485 Connection Figure 2.3: Wiring of RS-485 Connection Wiring of RS-422 Connection Figure 2.4: Wiring of RS-422 Connection ADAM-4561 User Manual...
  • Page 19: Jumper Settings

    2.1.4 Jumper Settings You can use JP1 on ADAM-4561 to configure serial mode. Please refer to the picture below for Jumper JP1 location. You can choose “On (RS-422 Master)” or “Auto (RS-422 Slave/RS-485 Automatic Direction Control)” for serial mode. Please refer to the picture below.
  • Page 20: Software Installation

    2.2 Software Installation 2.2.1 Driver and Utility Installation In order to use a PC to control serial devices connected to the ADAM- 4561, you must first have a host running Windows 2000/2003/XP/Vista. Following are the installation instructions to set up the ADAM-4561. Firstly, insert ADAM CD into the CD-ROM drive on the host PC and find “CP210x_VCP_Win_XP_S2K3_Vista_7.exe”...
  • Page 21 Step 2: Click “Next” to continue the installation Step 3: Follow the instructions to the setup window below. Check “Launch the CP210x VCP Driver Installer” and click “Finish” to start installation of the driver. Chapter 2...
  • Page 22 Step 4: Click “Install” to continue the installation.. Step 5: Click “OK” to finish the installation. Step 6: Plug the ADAM-4561 to USB port and the driver will be installed automatically. ADAM-4561 User Manual...
  • Page 23 Step 7: In the Hardware Device Manager in the system, you will see device “Silicon Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge (COM##)” in Ports category. Then ADAM-4561 is working normally. Chapter 2...
  • Page 24 ADAM-4561 User Manual...

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