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- Page 1 SeaI/O USB Serial User Manual | SEAI/OUSBSERIAL © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177 04/2022...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
APPENDIX C – ELECTRICAL INTERFACE ....................................24 APPENDIX D - ASYNCHRONOUS COMMUNICATIONS ................................ 25 APPENDIX E – PCB SILK SCREEN ......................................26 APPENDIX F – COMPLIANCE NOTICES ....................................27 WARRANTY ..............................................28 © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177 04/2022... -
Page 3: Introduction
RS-485 on each individual port. There are no internal jumpers or switches to set, so field installation and service is easy. The USB serial modules are powered from your 9-30VDC source or your choice from several Sealevel power supply options. For conveniently powering serial peripherals, the supplied power is fused and connected to pin 5 on each of the RJ45 serial connectors. -
Page 4: Seai/O Hardware Overview
SeaI/O power requirements and power supply sizing. Communicating Via Modbus Commands Sealevel SeaI/O modules are designed to integrate seamlessly into existing Modbus networks. The supported command set will vary depending on the SeaI/O model used. While SeaI/O USB serial expansion modules do not require any Modbus commands to operate, they do pass through all Modbus RTU commands to other connected SeaI/O modules and Modbus compliant devices. -
Page 5: Before You Get Started
What’s Included All SeaI/O USB serial expansion modules are shipped with the following items. If any of these items is missing or damaged please contact Sealevel for replacement. SeaI/O USB Serial Expansion Module – (one of the following models) •... - Page 6 Power Supplies SeaI/O USB serial expansion modules are powered from your 9-30VDC source or from a variety of Sealevel power supply options. Refer to the Power Options chapter of this manual for power supply sizing considerations when powering multiple SeaI/O modules.
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Page 7: Hardware Description
Input power via terminal block or barrel connector USB 1.1 compliant, USB 2.0 compatible • High-retention USB type “B” connector prevents accidental disconnection of USB cable • Power Requirements 9-30VDC @ 2.5W • © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177 04/2022... -
Page 8: Power Options
Power Options All SeaI/O modules are powered from a 9-30VDC source using either the DC jack or screw terminals on the side of the unit. Sealevel offers several power supply choices to make connection easy (see Accessories chapter at the end of this manual). - Page 9 SeaI/O-440N 5.4W Power Required In this application, the Sealevel Item# TR112 “wall wart” power supply is a good choice since it is low-cost and supplies 24VDC @ 250mA (6W). A complete listing of recommended power supplies is provided in the...
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Page 10: Software Installation
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 11: Physical Installation
SeaI/O USB serial expansion modules can be connected to any spare USB port. Do not connect the SeaI/O module to the host until the software has been fully installed 1. Connect the SeaI/O USB serial expansion module to your 9-30VDC source or optional Sealevel power supply. Refer to the Power Options chapter of this manual for power requirements. -
Page 12: Technical Description
A high-retention USB Type “B” connector helps to prevent accidental disconnection of the USB cable. A green status LED next to the USB connector (labeled ‘PWR’) lights to indicate the module is properly connected to an input power source. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177... - Page 13 Clear To Send Input No Connect DCD, DSR, and RI are inputs that are not brought out on the RJ45 connector. DSR and DCD are biased active, and RI is biased inactive. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177 04/2022...
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- Page 15 If RJ45 connectors are preferred, be sure to connect only the data lines (pins 4 & 5). Modules greater than ten feet apart must have separate power supplies. Refer to the Power Options chapter of this manual for recommendations. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177 04/2022...
- Page 16 9-30VDC range. The input current must be rated higher than the combined current requirement of the SeaI/O USB serial expansion module and any devices powered by the serial ports and the RS-485 pass-through connector. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177...
- Page 17 Optional RJ45 to DB9 RS-232 Adapter Preconfigured for use with Sealevel USB RJ45-enabled serial adapters, the RJ45 to DB9 modular adapter (Item# RJ9P-232) converts the RJ45 RS-232 pin out to a DB9 male RS-232 serial port. Standard CAT5 patch cables can be used to extend the serial port up to 50 feet away from the RJ45 port.
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Page 18: Specifications
3.30 cm Manufacturing All Sealevel Systems, Inc. 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. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. -
Page 19: Mounting Options
SeaI/O modules. The bracket has holes for both 75mm and 100mm VESA mounting options. The universal arrangement of slots and holes accept bolt sizes to M4 and can be used for virtually any mounting configuration. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177 04/2022... -
Page 20: Accessories
SeaI/O modules or stacks in a variety of positions and locations KT125 – Universal Mounting Bracket. Includes metal mounting bracket and four #4-40 metal • screws, for mounting devices to SeaI/O modules or mounting SeaI/O modules to VESA mounts and other devices. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177 04/2022... - Page 21 (included with 4xxE SeaI/O Ethernet modules). Can be used to connect SeaI/O RS-232 modules to both Sealevel and standard RS-232 serial ports (included with 4xxS SeaI/O RS-232 modules as part of p/n: KT119). Optionally, it can be used as an RS-485 interconnect cable to cascade additional SeaI/O modules via the RS-485 In/Out ports on the side of SeaI/O modules CA247 –...
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Page 22: Appendix A - Troubleshooting
If these steps do not solve your problem, please call Sealevel Systems’ Technical Support, (864) 843-4343. Our technical support is free and available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. For email support, contact support@sealevel.com. -
Page 23: Appendix B - 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 24: 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. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL... -
Page 25: Appendix D - Asynchronous Communications
The data rate and communication parameters for asynchronous communications have to be the same at both the transmitting and receiving ends. 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. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177... -
Page 26: Appendix E - Pcb Silk Screen
Appendix E – PCB Silk Screen © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177 04/2022... -
Page 27: Appendix F - Compliance Notices
Always use cabling provided with this product if possible. If no cable is provided or if an alternate cable is required, use high quality shielded cabling to maintain compliance with FCC/EMC directives. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. SeaI/OUSBSERIAL | SL9177... -
Page 28: Warranty
In the event of failure, Sealevel will repair or replace the product at Sealevel's sole discretion. Failures resulting from misapplication or misuse of the Product, failure to adhere to any specifications or instructions, or failure resulting from neglect, abuse, accidents, or acts of nature are not covered under this warranty.