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- Page 1 SeaLINK+485-DB9 User Manual | 2107 © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
APPENDIX C – ELECTRICAL INTERFACE ..................................23 APPENDIX D – ASYNCHRONOUS COMMUNICATIONS ............................. 24 APPENDIX E – CABLE DRAWING ....................................25 APPENDIX F – HOW TO GET ASSISTANCE .................................. 26 WARRANTY ............................................27 © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022... -
Page 3: Before You Get Started
Before You Get Started What’s Included The SeaLINK+485-DB9 (2107) is shipped with the following items. If any of these items is missing or damaged, please contact Sealevel for replacement. • Item# 2107 – USB to RS-485 Single Port Serial Interface Adapter •... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Overview The Sealevel Systems SeaLINK+485-DB9 serial interface adapter provides the PC with a single USB to RS- 485 asynchronous serial port providing a versatile interface for common RS-485 needs. The SeaLINK+485 connects to a PC’s external USB port, so it does not require opening the computer case. Resources such as IRQs and I/O addresses are also not utilized. - Page 5 The TB34 is compact and allows multiple adapters to be used on multi-port serial devices, such as Sealevel USB serial adapters, Ethernet serial servers and other Sealevel serial devices with two or more ports. DB9F to DB25M (RS-485) Extension Cable (Part# CA177)
- Page 6 RS-422 and RS-485 networks, yet it will work with any DB9 serial connection, including RS-232. The TB05 includes holes for board or panel mounting. The TB05 is designed to connect directly to Sealevel DB9 serial cards or any cable with a DB9M connector. Hubs High Speed 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub with SeaLATCH USB Ports (Part# HUB4P)
- Page 7 RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 peripherals. Unlike traditional UART-based devices, SeaLINK USB products use a state-machine architecture that reduces host processor overhead for faster, more reliable communications. Sealevel's SeaCOM software drivers and utilities make installation and operation easy using Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Page 8 USB to 2-Port RS-232, RS-422, RS-485 (Software Configurable) DB9 Serial Interface Adapter 2223-OEM USB to 2-Port RS-232, RS-422, RS-485 (Software Configurable) DB9 Serial Interface Adapter 641U-OEM USB to RS-232 RJ4 Serial Interface Adapter © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022...
- Page 9 USB to 8-Port RS-232, RS-485 RJ45 VersaCom Serial Interface Adapter for Powering 12VDC 2807-DC12 Serial Peripherals USB to 8-Port RS-232, RS-485 RJ45 VersaCom Serial Interface Adapter for Powering 24VDC 2807-DC24 Serial Peripherals © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022...
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Page 10: Electrical Specifications
Electrical Specifications The SeaLINK+485-DB9 utilizes a USB UART. This chip features programmable baud rate, data format, 128- byte RX buffer, and 256-byte TX buffer. The RS-485 two-wire transceiver supports data rates from 300 baud up to 921.6K baud. Refer to Appendix C for cable length limitations. -
Page 11: Technical Specifications
(Maximum) via locking 2.1mm Barrel plug Manufacturing All Sealevel Systems Printed Circuit boards are built to UL 94V0 rating and are 100% electrically tested. These printed circuit boards are solder mask over bare copper or solder mask over tin nickel. -
Page 12: Hardware Configuration
Self-powered hubs can be used as long as they provide a minimum of 100mA to each USB port. The 2107 is compatible with USB 2.0 ports and is USB 1.1 compliant. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022... -
Page 13: Installation & Configuration
Only users running Windows 7 or newer should utilize these instructions for accessing and installing the appropriate driver via Sealevel’s website. If you are utilizing an operating system prior to Windows 7, please contact Sealevel by calling 864.843.4343 or emailing support@sealevel.com... - Page 14 OSs it will be found in the ‘Programs and Features’ list. 3. Navigate to the Device Manager and remove the Sealevel adapter by right clicking on the line item choosing ‘Uninstall’. Depending on your product, it can be found under either ‘Multiport Serial adapters’...
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Page 15: Hardware Installation
1. After the software installation is complete, plug the 2107 into an available USB port on the computer or USB hub. 2. A ‘Found New Hardware’ alert will appear above the system tray. 3. The ‘Found New Hardware Wizard’ will appear. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022... - Page 16 4. Choose ‘No, not this time’ and click ‘Next’ to proceed. 5. Choose ‘Install the software automatically’ and click ‘Next’. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022...
- Page 17 Windows certification. Click ‘Continue Anyway’. All SeaCOM software and drivers have been fully tested by Sealevel. Clicking ‘Continue anyway’ will not harm your system. 7. The appropriate drivers for your SeaLINK device and version of Windows will be installed as shown.
- Page 18 9. When the ‘Found New Hardware’ alert informs you that your hardware is installed and ready to use, you can proceed with verifying the installation to check functionality and/or locate the COM port assignments, if necessary. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022...
- Page 19 5. You should now see the COM assignment with the associated COM number in parentheses. Your system will assign the next available COM number, which will vary by computer (COM4 as shown in this example). © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022...
- Page 20 Click the ‘Ok’ button on the dialog box. 7. If you are upgrading software, leave the SeaLINK device plugged in and follow the instructions in the ‘UPGRADING TO THE CURRENT SEACOM DRIVER’ section above. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022...
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Page 21: Appendix A - Handling Instructions
6. Keep work area free of non-conductive materials such as ordinary plastic assembly aids and Styrofoam. 7. Use field service tools such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuum cleaners that are conductive. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022... -
Page 22: Appendix B - Troubleshooting
BIOS, and it is functioning properly in the operating system. This can be done by using either the Windows 98/ME or Windows 2000 Device Manager. 2. Ensure that the Sealevel Systems software has been installed on the machine so that the necessary files are in place to complete the installation. -
Page 23: Appendix C - Electrical Interface
(Tx+ to Rx+ and Tx- to Rx-). Four wire mode allows full duplex data transfers. RS-485 does not define a connector pin-out or a set of modem control signals. RS-485 does not define a physical connector. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022... -
Page 24: Appendix D - Asynchronous Communications
The communication parameters are baud rate, parity, number of data bits per character, and stop bits (i.e., 9600, N, 8, 1). © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022... -
Page 25: Appendix E - Cable Drawing
Appendix E – Cable Drawing © Sealevel Systems, Inc. 2107 Manual | SL9218 8/2022... -
Page 26: Appendix F - How To Get Assistance
If possible, please have the adapter installed in a computer ready to run diagnostics. Sealevel Systems provides an FAQ section on its web site. Please refer to this to answer many common questions. This section can be found at http://www.sealevel.com/faq.asp. -
Page 27: Warranty
Sealevel's commitment to providing the best I/O solutions is reflected in the Lifetime Warranty that is standard on all Sealevel manufactured I/O products. We are able to offer this warranty due to our control of manufacturing quality and the historically high reliability of our products in the field. Sealevel products are designed and manufactured at its Liberty, South Carolina facility, allowing direct control over product development, production, burn-in and testing.