Introduction

The EC1S232U2 ExpressCard RS232 Serial Adapter Card (USB-based) (16950 UART) adds an RS232 (DB9) serial port to your ExpressCard-equipped laptop, enabling you to connect an RS232 serial peripheral device such as a plotter, digital signage device, receipt printer or bar code scanner through an available ExpressCard slot.

This USB-based ExpressCard supports RS232 serial data transfer rates up to 460 Kbps and eliminates the need to upgrade serial peripherals to more modern interfaces (e.g. USB, etc.) for the sake of host compatibility, saving both expense and hassle.

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Benefits

• Saves the expense of having to replace older serial devices for the sake of being able to connect to newer laptops, which typically aren t equipped with serial ports
• USB-based ExpressCard offers a fully Plug & Play and Hot Plug compatible interface, for simple installation and removal of your peripherals
• Supports data transfer rates of up to 460 Kbps, for optimal serial device performance

Features

• High Performance 16C950 UART with maximum data transfer rate up to 460 Kbps
• Fits into 34mm ExpressCard slots on your laptop
• 512-Byte transmit & receive FIFO
• Compatible with USB2.0 Full Speed throughput

Specification

Connector Type(s): ExpressCard (34mm)

External Ports: DB-9 (9 pin, D-Sub) Male

Operating Temperature: -10°C to 80°C (14°F to 176°F)

Storage Temperature: -20°C to 100°C (-4°F to 212°F)

Humidity: 5~85% RH

Ports: 1

Interface: Serial

Bus Type: ExpressCard (USB 2.0 Bus)

Card Type: 34mm ExpressCard

Port Style: Integrated on Card

Chipset ID: Prolific - PL2303

Shipping (Package) Weight: 0.1 kg [0.2 lb]

Serial Protocol: RS-232

Max Baud Rate: 460.8 Kbps

Data Bits: 5, 6, 7, 8

FIFO: 512 Bytes

Parity: Odd, Even, Mark, Space, None

Stop Bits: 1, 1.5, 2

Product Length: 115 mm [4.5 in]

Product Width: 35 mm [1.4 in]

Product Height: 18 mm [0.7 in]

Product Weight: 33.6 g [1.2 oz]

OS Compatibility: Windows PocketPC 2003 / 2000, Windows Mobile 5/6, CE 4.2/5.2, Embedded System 2009, XP Embedded, POS Ready 2009, 98SE, 2000, ME, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10

Included in Package: 1 Port RS232 ExpressCard

Driver CD

Instruction Manual