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- Page 1 PC-HELPER RS-232C Serial I/O Board for PCI Express Low Profile Size 1ch type COM-1C-LPE 2ch type COM-2C-LPE 4ch type COM-4C-LPE 8ch type COM-8C-LPE User’s Guide CONTEC CO.,LTD.
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Page 2: Check Your Package
1. Before Using the Product Check Your Package Thank you for purchasing the CONTEC product. The product consists of the items listed below. Check, with the following list, that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items, contact your retailer. -
Page 3: Copyright
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD. CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information contained in this document. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
1. Before Using the Product Table of Contents Check Your Package ..........................i Copyright ............................2 Trademarks ............................2 Table of Contents ..........................3 BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT About the Board ..........................5 Features ............................5 Support Software ......................... 7 Cable &... - Page 5 Symptoms and Actions ......................33 If your problem cannot be resolved ................... 33 EXTERNAL CONNECTION In the case of COM-1C-LPE ......................35 Connecting it directly from the on-board connector ..............35 In the case of COM-2C-LPE ......................36 Using the 9-pin D-SUB Connector Conversion Cables ............36 Connecting it directly from the on-board connector ..............
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Page 6: Before Using The Product
This product is a PCI Express bus-supported board designed for extending RS-232C compatible serial communication functionality on your PC. The < COM-1C-LPE > has one RS-232C communication ports. The < COM-2C-LPE > has two RS-232C communication ports. The < COM-4C-LPE > has four RS-232C communication ports. - Page 7 API-PAC(W32) is library software based on Win32 API routines (DLL), which provides local routines specific to CONTEC. You can create high-speed application software taking advantage of the CONTEC hardware using various programming languages that support Win32 API functions, such as Visual Basic...
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Page 8: Support Software
Standard COM Driver Software COM Setup Disk (Bundled) The purpose of this software is to allow the CONTEC serial communication boards (cards) to be used under Windows or Linux in the same way as the standard COM ports on the PC. By installing additional boards (cards), you can use COM ports in the range COM1 - COM256. -
Page 9: Cable & Connector (Option)
: CN5-D9F D-SUB 25P Male Connector Set (5 Pieces) : CN5-D25M D-SUB 25P Female Connector Set (5 Pieces) : CN5-D25F D-SUB 44P Male Connector Set (5 Pieces) : CN5-D44M Check the CONTEC’s Web site for more information on these options. -
Page 10: Customer Support
You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in several languages. Note! For product information Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price, delivery time, or estimate information. Limited Three-Years Warranty CONTEC products are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD. -
Page 11: Safety Precautions
1. Before Using the Product Safety Precautions Understand the following definitions and precautions to use the product safely. Safety Information This document provides safety information using the following symbols to prevent accidents resulting in injury or death and the destruction of equipment and resources. Understand the meanings of these labels to operate the equipment safely. -
Page 12: Handling Precautions
Even when using the product continuously, be sure to read the manual and understand the contents. Do not modify the product. CONTEC will bear no responsibility for any problems, etc., resulting from modifying this product. Regardless of the foregoing statements, CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever (including damages for loss of business profits) arising out of the use or inability to use this CONTEC product or the information contained herein. -
Page 13: Environment
1. Before Using the Product Environment Use this product in the following environment. If used in an unauthorized environment, the board may overheat, malfunction, or cause a failure. Operating temperature 0 - 50C Humidity 10 - 90%RH (No condensation) Corrosive gases None Floating dust particles Not to be excessive... -
Page 14: Setup
2. Setup 2. Setup This chapter explains how to set up the board. What is Setup? Setup means a series of steps to take before the product can be used. Different steps are required for software and hardware The setup procedure varies with the OS and applications used. Using the Board under Windows Using the Standard COM Driver Software COM Setup Disk This section describes the setup procedure to be performed before you can start developing application... -
Page 15: Using The Board Under Linux Using The Standard Com Driver Software Com Setup Disk
2. Setup Using the Board under Linux Using the Standard COM Driver Software COM Setup Disk You can perform application program development using the "Standard COM Driver Software - COM Setup Disk" in the supplied CD-ROM. The procedure for using the software is described in the \Linux\Readmee.htm file. -
Page 16: Step 1 Setting The Hardware
2. Setup Step 1 Setting the Hardware This section describes how to set the board and plug it on your PC. The board has some switches and jumper to be preset. Check the on-board switches and jumpers before plugging the board into an expansion slot. The board can be set up even with the factory defaults untouched. -
Page 17: Parts Of The Board And Factory Defaults
Note that the switch setting shown below is the factory default. COM-1C-LPE - Interface connector (CN1) Board ID setting switch (SW1) BOARD ID COM-1C-LPE BOARD ID Figure 2.2. Component Locations < COM-1C-LPE > COM-2C-LPE - Interface connector (CN1) Board ID setting switch (SW1) BOARD ID COM-2C-LPE BOARD ID... - Page 18 2. Setup COM-4C-LPE - Interface connector (CN1) Board ID setting switch (SW1) BOARD ID COM-4C-LPE BOARD ID Figure 2.4. Component Locations < COM-4C-LPE > COM-8C-LPE ・Interface connector (CN1) ・Board ID setting switch (SW1) COM-8C-LPE BOARD ID BOARD ID OM-8C-LPE Figure 2.5. Component Locations < COM-8C-LPE >...
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Page 19: Setting The Board Id
2. Setup Setting the Board ID If you install two or more boards on one personal computer, assign a different ID value to each of the boards to distinguish them. The board IDs can be set from 0 - Fh to identify up to sixteen boards. If only one board is used, the original factory setting (Board ID = 0) should be used. -
Page 20: Plugging The Board
2. Setup Plugging the Board (1) Before plugging the board, shut down the system, unplug the power code of your PC. (2) Remove the cover from the PC so that the board can be mounted. (3) Plug the board into an expansion slot. (4) Attach the board bracket to the PC with a screw. -
Page 21: Step 2 Installing The Hardware
2. Setup Step 2 Installing the Hardware For using an expansion board under Windows, you have to let the OS detect the I/O addresses and IRQ to be used by the board. The process is referred to as installing the hardware. In the case of using two or more boards, make sure you install one by one with the Found New Hardware Wizard. -
Page 22: Windows 8.1/ 8/ 7, Server 2012
2. Setup Windows 8.1/ 8/ 7, Server 2012 (1) Select “Devices and Printers” from the Start menu and select the PC to which this board is attached. Click on the device “PCI Serial Port” (or “PCI Simple Communication Controller”) and open its properties by clicking the [Properties] button. - Page 23 2. Setup (2) In the “PCI Serial `Port Properites (or “PCI Simple Communications Controller Properites”) page, click the [Change settings] button and edit the settings as an Administrator. Then click the [Update Driver...] button. (3) The Driver Installation Wizard is open. Click “Browse my computer for driver software”. (4) Specify that folder on the CD-ROM which contains the setup information (INF) file to register the board.
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Page 24: Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista
2. Setup Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista (1) “Found New Hardware” wizard is open. Click “Locate and install driver software”. * The category of the board you have just added is displayed. - PCI Serial port (2) When the “Found New Hardware” window is displayed, insert the accompanying CD-ROM “COM Setup Disk”... -
Page 25: Windows Server 2003, Windows Xp/ 2000
Select “Install from a list or specific location”, then click on the [Next] button. * The name of the board you have just added is displayed. - COM-1C-LPE - COM-2C-LPE - COM-4C-LPE (2) Specify that folder on the CD-ROM which contains the setup information (INF) file to register the board. -
Page 26: The Check Method Of The Completion Of Hardware Installation
In this case, click on the [Continue Anyway] button. * The name of the board you have just added is displayed. - COM-1C-LPE - COM-2C-LPE - COM-4C-LPE (3) Installation of the "Communication Port" starts next. If prompted for a file by the OS, specify the location of the setup information (INF) file, as described above. -
Page 27: Step 3 Initializing The Software
(1) Select "System" from "Control Panel" and start [Device Manager]. * The name of the board you have just added is displayed. - COM-1C-LPE - COM-2C-LPE - COM-4C-LPE - COM-8C-LPE (2) Check that the new COM ports are displayed in the [Ports] folder. - Page 28 2. Setup Updating the Settings (1) If you wish to change a port number, open the properties page for the port and click the [Advanced…] button under [Port Settings]. (2) Use the [COM Port Number] combo box to modify the COM port number. (3) Clicking the [Advanced...] button opens the “Advanced Settings for COMn”...
- Page 29 For Windows 2000 and later operating systems, COM ports that are determined by the operating system to not be in use are assigned. The COM ports are not assigned by the CONTEC device driver. Therefore, they may not be assigned starting from CH1 depending on your environment. In this situation, follow the procedure shown below to determine the CH number, and then use the procedure under [Updating the Settings] above to reassign the COM port numbers.
- Page 30 2. Setup Table 2.1. Assigned in order CH no. I/O range COM port no. EF00 - EF07 COM3 EF08 - EF0F COM4 EF10 - EF17 COM5 EF18 - EF1F COM6 Table 2.2. Not assigned in order CH no. I/O range COM port no.
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Page 31: Step 4 Checking Operations With The Diagnosis Program
2. Setup Step 4 Checking Operations with the Diagnosis Program Use the diagnosis program to check that the board and driver software work normally, thereby you can confirm that they have been set up correctly. What is the Diagnosis Program? These programs perform some simple checks on the board operation. -
Page 32: Using The Diagnosis Program
2. Setup Using the Diagnosis Program Starting the Diagnosis Program Run\Utility\CommChk\CommChk.exe from the supplied CD-ROM. Communication Settings COM Setup: Specify the number of the COM port you wish to test. If connecting two COM ports via a cross cable, specify the respective COM ports in [Device1] and [Device2]. - Page 33 2. Setup Start test Click the [Start] button to start the test using the specified conditions. View test result The test result is displayed in the [Message] window. A successful completion message appears if the test completed OK.
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Page 34: Setup Troubleshooting
2. Setup Setup Troubleshooting Symptoms and Actions Incorrect driver software was installed by mistake [under Windows 2000] The API-SIO software from the "Driver Library API-PAC(W32)" cannot be installed in the PC at the same time as the "Standard COM Driver Software COM Setup Disk" from the supplied CD-ROM. The COM Setup Disk and the API-SIO software from API-PAC(W32) are intended for different purposes. - Page 35 2. Setup...
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Page 36: External Connection
Clea r to Send CTS1 DTR1 Da ta Term ina l Rea dy Ring Indica tor Sig na l Ground Figure 3.2. Pin Assignments of Interface Connector < COM-1C-LPE > Cable RS-232C Straight Cable with D-SUB9P (1.8m) RSS-9M/F RS-232C Cross Cable with D-SUB9P (1.8m) -
Page 37: In The Case Of Com-2C-Lpe
3. External Connection In the case of COM-2C-LPE When using a COM-2C-LPE, an alternative to connecting an external device directly to the connector on the board is to use a connection conversion cable. Using the 9-pin D-SUB Connector Conversion Cables Use a PCE44/9P2S connection conversion cable (purchased separately) to connect to external devices after dividing into two 9-pin D-SUB male connector channels. -
Page 38: Connecting It Directly From The On-Board Connector
103A-44FGTBBB3 (mfd. by COXOC)equivalent - Applicable connector 101A-44MGTAAA3 (mfd. by COXOC, Male) CN5-D44M (mfd. by CONTEC, Male) (Five connector set) Figure 3.4. Interface Connector < COM-2C-LPE > Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name DCD1... -
Page 39: In The Case Of Com-4C-Lpe
3. External Connection In the case of COM-4C-LPE When using a COM-4C-LPE, an alternative to connecting an external device directly to the connector on the board is to use a connection conversion cable. Using the 9-pin D-SUB Connector Conversion Cables Use a PCE44/9P4S connection conversion cable (purchased separately) to connect to external devices after dividing into four 9-pin D-SUB male connector channels. -
Page 40: Connecting It Directly From The On-Board Connector
103A-44FGTBBB3 (mfd. by COXOC)equivalent - Applicable connector 101A-44MGTAAA3 (mfd. by COXOC, Male) CN5-D44M (mfd. by CONTEC, Male) (Five connector set) Figure 3.7. Interface Connector < COM-4C-LPE > Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name DCD1... -
Page 41: In The Case Of Com-8C-Lpe
3. External Connection In the case of COM-8C-LPE When using a COM-8C-LPE, an alternative to connecting an external device directly to the connector on the board is to use a connection conversion cable. Using the 9-pin D-SUB Connector Conversion Cables Use a PCE68-9PS connection conversion cable (purchased separately) to connect to external devices after dividing into eight 9-pin D-SUB male connector channels. -
Page 42: Connecting It Directly From The On-Board Connector
3. External Connection Connecting it directly from the on-board connector If connecting an external device directly from the connector on the board, use the equivalent connector for creating your own cables. Pin Assignment Lock Screw : M2 - Connector used 68-pin 0.8mm pitch connector HDRA-E68LFDT+[HONDA TSUSHIN KOGYO CO., LTD.] or equivalent... -
Page 43: Types Of Cable And Example Connections
3. External Connection Types of Cable and Example Connections When using an RS-232C interface, different cables are required depending on the type of device to which you are connecting (computer or modem, etc.). Check the requirements of the external device and select either a straight-through or crossed (null modem) cable as appropriate. -
Page 44: Functions
4. Functions 4. Functions This section describes the functions of the board. Communication Function Serial Data Transmission Sends and receives data in accordance with the RS-232C standard. The baud rate for each channel can be set independently in the range 2 - 921,600bps by software. RS-232C Control Lines All ports include the RTS, CTS, DTR, and DSR control lines. -
Page 45: Setting The Baud Rate
4. Functions Setting the Baud Rate The output baud rate can be set by setting the appropriate value to the Baud Rate Generator register. The available setting range depends on which clock mode is used. Clock 3 mode: 15 - 921,600bps Clock 2 mode: 8 - 460,800bps Clock 1 mode: 4 - 230,400bps Clock 0 mode: 2 - 115,200bps... - Page 46 4. Functions Refer to the following baud rate setting examples. Baud rates other than those listed below can also be set if they produce a valid setting value in the equation described above. Table 4.1. Baud Rate Generator Programming Table Clock 0 mode Clock 1 mode Clock 2 mode...
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Page 48: About Software
5. About Software 5. About Software The "Standard COM Driver Software COM Setup Disk" from the supplied CD-ROM provides the following functions. Operation under Windows and Linux. The serial ports can be used in the same way as the standard COM ports on the PC. The boards can be used for all types of serial communications such as for remote access service (RAS) and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) applications. - Page 49 5. About Software Visual C++ sample programs (1) Transmit sample Sends data entered from the keyboard. Execute from the command prompt. Source folder: \Samples\Vc\Comsend.c file (2) Receive sample Displays received data on the screen. Source folder: \Samples \Vc\Comread.c file...
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Page 50: Uninstalling The Driver Software
Windows XP/ 2000, Server 2003 (1) Run [Device Manager] from [Control Panel] - [System]. (2) Use the delete key to delete [CONTEC Co., Ltd-XXXXXXXXXX](name of the added hardware) from under [Multi-function adapter]. (3) Start the [Add/Remove applications] from the [Control Panel]. -
Page 51: Cd-Rom Directory Structure
5. About Software CD-ROM Directory Structure |– Linux Linux device driver (for PCI Express/PCI boards and PC cards only) |– PCCARD PC card related files |– PCI PCI Express/PCI board related files | |– ComDrv Windows device driver and INF files, etc. | |–... -
Page 52: About Hardware
This chapter provides hardware specifications and hardware-related supplementary information. For detailed technical information For further detailed technical information (“Technical Reference” including the information such as an I/O map, configuration register, etc.), visit the Contec's web site (http://www.contec.com/support/) to call for it. Hardware specification Tables 6.1 - 6.4 list the board specifications. - Page 53 6. About Hardware COM-2C-LPE Table 6.2. Specification Item Specification Number of channels Interface type RS-232C Transfer method Asynchronous serial transfer Baud rate 2 - 921,600bps *1 *2 Data length 5, 6, 7, 8 bits 1, 1.5, 2 stop bits *1 Parity check Even, Odd, Non-parity *1 Controller chip...
- Page 54 6. About Hardware COM-4C-LPE Table 6.3. Specification Item Specification Number of channels Interface type RS-232C Transfer method Asynchronous serial transfer Baud rate 2 - 921,600bps *1 *2 Data length 5, 6, 7, 8 bits 1, 1.5, 2 stop bits *1 Parity check Even, Odd, Non-parity *1 Controller chip...
- Page 55 The interrupt signals from all channels are connected as a single interrupt signal on the PCI Express bus. Board Dimensions [COM-1C-LPE, COM-2C-LPE, COM-4C-LPE, COM-8C-LPE] 121.69(L) [mm] The standard outside dimension (L) is the distance from the end of the board to the outer surface of the slot cover.
- Page 57 3-9-31, Himesato, Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka 555-0025, Japan Japanese http://www.contec.co.jp/ English http://www.contec.com/ Chinese http://www.contec.com.cn/ No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD. [09222010] [09242014] Management No. A-51-157 [11052014_rev4] Parts No.
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