Modern computers are often not equipped with RS232 ports, making the use of legacy peripherals and communication devices more difficult. The MANHATTAN USB to Serial Converter, with its serial RS232 port, easily expands a single USB 1.1 port to connect and support serial modems, barcode scanners, digital cameras, card readers and other devices.
INSTALLATION As noted on Page 2, the following Installation procedure is for Win7. The steps for other operating systems are similar. 1. Before plugging the converter in to the computer, load the included driver CD and double-click “PL-2303 Driver Installer Program” to display the Welcome screen of the InstallShield Wizard.
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3. With the USB to Serial Converter to the PC USB port. Windows should detect the driver as “Prolific USB-to-Serial Comm Port.” Go to Device Manager and check for the “Prolific USB-to-Serial Comm Port” device and the COM port number assigned by Windows. To Uninstall the Driver 1.
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2. InstallShield Wizard will then start the maintenance program and prompt you to choose modify, repair or remove the driver. Click Remove, then Next to begin the driver uninstall.
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3. The InstallShield Wizard will prompt you to confirm the uninstall. Click Yes to continue. 4. Wait for the InstallShield Wizard to complete the uninstall process. When the Uninstall Complete screen displays, click Finish to end the program. Wait a few seconds more until the “PL-2303 USB-to- Serial”...
SPECIFICATIONS Standards and Certifications • CE • FCC • USB 1.0 • USB 1.1 • RoHS • WEEE Connections • USB port; Type A male • RS232 port; 9-pin male General • Transfer rate: up to 225 kbps • Bus powered •...