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User's Manual
User's Manual
SUNIX Co., Ltd.
Headquarters
USB to RS-232 ComHub
Taiwan
Tel : +886-2-8913-1987
Fax: +886-2-8913-1986
Website: www.sunix.com.tw
E-mail: info@sunix.com.tw
1st edition, August 2009
Germany
Sunix Vertriebs Gmbh
Tel : +49(0)6146-60 1345
Fax: +49(0)6146-60 1346
Website: www.sunix-europe.com
E-mail: info@sunix-gmbh.de
Brasil
Sunix do Brasil Ltda.
Tel : +55-11-3833-9583
Fax: +55-11-3833-9583
Website: www.sunix-brasil.com.br
E-mail: vendas@sunix-brasil.com.br
China
Shanghai Office
Tel : +86-21-6469-1670
Fax: +86-21-6468-8346
Website: www.sunix.com.cn
E-mail: info@sunix.com.cn
Shanghai Office
Tel : +86-21-6469-1670
Fax: +86-21-6468-8346
Website: www.sunix.com.cn
E-mail: info@sunix.com.cn
Beijin Office
Tel : +86-010-86693735
Fax: +86-010-62653864
Shenzhen Office
Tel : +86-755-21327310
771-USBCOMH00-001

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual User’s Manual SUNIX Co., Ltd. Headquarters USB to RS-232 ComHub Taiwan Tel : +886-2-8913-1987 Fax: +886-2-8913-1986 Website: www.sunix.com.tw E-mail: info@sunix.com.tw 1st edition, August 2009 Germany Sunix Vertriebs Gmbh Tel : +49(0)6146-60 1345 Fax: +49(0)6146-60 1346 Website: www.sunix-europe.com E-mail: info@sunix-gmbh.de Brasil Sunix do Brasil Ltda.
  • Page 2 SUNIX Co., Ltd. Disclaimer SUNIX Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages resulting from the performance or use of this equipment. SUNIX Co., Ltd. makes no representations or warranties regarding the contents of this manual.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw INDEX Chapter 1 Introduction................2 Overview ...................3 Package Checklist ................4 Product Features................5 Product Specifications ..............5 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation............10 Hardware Installation..............10 Pin Assignment……..…………………………........ 20 Mechanical Drawings..…………………………………………………21 Chapter 3 RS-232 ComHub Operation ..........23...
  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Introduction Thank you for purchasing the USB to RS-232 ComHub, which is designed to enable users accessing RS-232 devices without additional external power supply connection. SUNIX 4-Port RS-232 ComHub provides a simple and affordable way to add up to four RS-232 ports to your PC.
  • Page 5: Overview

    TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Overview The USB to RS-232 Comhub provides an external plug-and play RS-232 serial connection for computers, notebooks, laptops, and handlheld computing devices that support the USB specificaton. It comes with 4 standard DB9 male connecrors for peripherals to plug into and a USB cable for connectiong to computer's USB port, or to a USB hub.
  • Page 6: Package Checklist

    Please check if the following items are present and in good condition upon opening your package. Contact your vendor if any item is damaged or missing. 1. USB to RS-232 ComHub 2. User's Manual (This document) 3. Clamped USB2.0 High Speed Cable (1pcs) 4.
  • Page 7: Product Features

    SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Product Features Compliance with Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specification Revision 2.0 Expands 4-port RS-232 on system via USB2.0 High-Speed connection. High Speed 480Mbps USB communication and backward compatible with USB1.1 interface.
  • Page 8 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw UTS4009H Specifications Serial Communication Interface RS-232 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Spec 2.0 No. of Port 4-port FIFO 16 byte Hardware IRQ & IO Assigned by System Signal TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND, RI Baud rate 50~921.6Kbps...
  • Page 9 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Operation Environment Operation 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) Temperature Operation Humidity 5 to 95% RH Storage Temperature -20 to 85°C (-4 to 185°F) Mechanical Dimension 215 (W) x 72.3 (D) x 30 (H) mm...
  • Page 10 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw UTS4009HP Specifications Serial Communication Interface RS-232 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Spec 2.0 No. of Port 4-port FIFO 16 byte Hardware IRQ & IO Assigned by System TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND,...
  • Page 11 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Operation Environment Operation 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) Temperature Operation Humidity 5 to 95% RH Storage Temperature -20 to 85°C (-4 to 185°F) Mechanical Dimension 215 (W) x 72.3 (D) x 30 (H) mm...
  • Page 12: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

    SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Hardware Installation This chapter includes information about hardware installation and mechanical drawings for USB to RS-232 ComHub. The following topics are covered: Hardware Installation Pin Assignments - 10 -...
  • Page 13: Led Display

    SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Hardware Installation LED Display UTS4009H USB Data Link Rx Tx Name LED ACT Description Green USB connection between computer and ComHub is ready USB LINK Do NOT Light USB connection between computer and Hub is NOT ready Green Data is transmitting between ComHub, and computer.
  • Page 14 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Safety First Be careful using power output function and jumper settings, and it may burn out your serial device. SUNIX does not take responsibility for user's wrong operation. Please study both SUNIX product and serial device manuals carefully.
  • Page 15 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Earth Ground Connection Earth Ground Screw Pin Grounding and wire routing help limit the effects of noise due to electromagnetic interference (EMI). In order to reduce the environmental background noise, we have added earth ground cooper on the Hub side panel.
  • Page 16 USB Panel Mount Screw With SUNIX screw-style panel mount connector and clamped cable design, USB to RS-232 ComHub build USB functionality into a secure and efficient fixed port. From basic port re-routes in a PC, to connections at podiums and kiosks, panel-mount cable is a great way to keep your connections extremely reliable, safety and professional.
  • Page 17 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Cable Restraining Holder SUNIX Patten cable restraining holder prevents cable from coming loose easily. You can wire your power adapter cable around the holder which shown in the picture. - 15 -...
  • Page 18 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Wall Mount The plastic Wall Mount kit is optional and available upon request. Follow the steps below to install the Hub with the wall mounting plate. 1. To remove the DIN-Rail clip from the Hub, loosen the screws from the DIN Rail clip.
  • Page 19: Din Rail Mount

    SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw DIN Rail Mount The plastic DIN-Rail attachment plate should already be fixed to the rear panel of the Hub when you take it out of the box. If you need to attach the DIN-rail plate, see the steps as shown in below diagrams.
  • Page 20 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Step 3: Use four-pin screwdriver to tighten the two screws. Failing to do so, may cause falling of Hub from the DIN Rail. Step 4: Tighten the third screw at the bottom by turning the Hub at his back.
  • Page 21 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Attaching the Hub to the DIN-rail is easy: just align and hook it over the top rail, making sure that the rail edges at top fixed into the space of DIN Rail kit.
  • Page 22: Pin Assignment

    Email : info@sunix.com.tw Pin Assignments The RS-232 ComHub connectors are standard DB9 male type connectors. UTS4009H DB9M Note: SUNIX provides TTL signal or different power pin output product by special requirement. UTS4009HP DB9M N.A/5V/12V Note: SUNIX provides TTL signal or different power pin output product by special requirement.
  • Page 23: Mechanical Drawings

    SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Mechanical Drawings Please read the below images for RS-232 ComHub's layout details. UTS4009H Unit: mm - 21 -...
  • Page 24 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Unit: mm UTS4009HP - 22 -...
  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Rs-232 Comhub Operation

    Email : info@sunix.com.tw USB to RS-232 ComHub Operation After USB to RS-232 ComHub hardware installs properly in your system, the first thing you should do is that check operation system detect the ComHub or not. This chapter introduces the method to confirm the USB to RS-232 ComHub installation and operation.
  • Page 26: Driver Installation

    Email : info@sunix.com.tw Driver Installation Windows Installation In order to ensure proper operation of your USB to RS-232 ComHub, please follow the instructions below. 1. Please insert the CD driver into your CD/DVD ROM. 2. Click the Setup.exe from your CD/DVD device : \ USB \ USB to IO \ Setup.exe...
  • Page 27: Verify Rs-232 Comhub In System

    Start > Controller Panel > System > Device Manager Port Setting After installing USB to RS-232 ComHub successfully, you can modify the setting for each port in device manager. 1. Right click your mouse on the COM port, and select “Properties”.
  • Page 28 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw 2. Select “Port Setting” page to modify COM port setting. 3. Select “Advanced” icon, you can modify COM port number and port function. - 26 -...
  • Page 29 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Section 1: Under this section, you can select the COM port to which changes are required. Section 2: Rx-Disable: Tick marking this check box permanently disables receiving capacity of selected port.
  • Page 30 SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Section 7: This section is used to select different modes for serial ports. In RS 485 mode, DTR signal mode is enabled to set a suitable value for different line drivers.
  • Page 31: Uninstalling Driver

    SUNIX Co., Ltd. TEL : +886-2-8913-1987 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Uninstalling Driver Using “Add or Remove program” in the control panel, and select “9710_7840_quadport_MSUninst” then click “Unstall”. System will uninstall. automatically. - 29 -...
  • Page 32 Email : info@sunix.com.tw Trobleshooting This chapter shows some problems that user came with usually. Also you can check it if the USB to RS-232 ComHub can not work properly in your system after following hardware and software installation steps. - 30 -...
  • Page 33: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    1. Please verify that the USB to RS-232 ComHub is installed correctly. 2. Confirm that the port settings match the settings required for your serial device.
  • Page 34 Email : info@sunix.com.tw I can NOT get USB2.0 High Speed? Is there any driver update? USB to RS-232 ComHub built-in USB2.0 high speed controller, and it runs USB2.0 high speed data communication when user connects this ComHub to USB2.0 host port from computer. In addition, it is back compatible with USB1.1 full speed commuication when connecting USB1.1 host port.
  • Page 35: Contract Information

    Email : info@sunix.com.tw Contract Informaion Customer satisfaction is our number one concern, and to ensure that customers receive the full benefit of our products, SUNIX services has been set up to provide technical support, driver updates, product information, and user’s manual updates.

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