1. הקדמה
The Gearmo 4 Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter is designed to connect multiple legacy DB-9 serial devices to modern USB-equipped computers. This adapter utilizes a high-performance FTDI chipset, ensuring reliable data transfer and broad operating system compatibility. It is suitable for various applications, including POS systems, barcode scanners, industrial controls, and digital signage.
פיגורע 1: איבערview of the Gearmo 4 Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter.
2. שליסל פֿעיִקייטן
- 4-Port RS232 Connectivity: Easily adds four standard serial ports to your desktop or laptop.
- FTDI Chipset: Utilizes a high-performance FTDI chipset for stable and reliable communication.
- ESD and Surge Protection: Built-in protection against static electricity and surges up to 15kV ensures reliable data transfers and protects connected equipment.
- פּלוג און שפּיל ינסטאַלירונג: USB interface allows for easy installation without requiring IRQ, DMA, or I/O port resources.
- COM Port Retention: Automatically re-assigns the same COM port value if the adapter is disconnected and reconnected to the host computer.
- ברייט אַס קאַמפּאַטאַבילאַטי: Supports Windows 7, 8, 10, 11, Linux, and macOS 10.X.
- LED ינדיקאַטאָרס: Power (PWR), Receive Data (RXD), and Transmit Data (TXD) LEDs for activity monitoring.
Figure 2: Detail of the four DB9 serial connectors.
Figure 3: The adapter's central unit, highlighting its data communication and protection features.
3. באַניץ סצענאַרן
This adapter is ideal for connecting a wide range of serial devices to modern computer systems. Common applications include:
- פּרינטערס
- סקאַנערז
- מאָדעמס
- קנק מאשינען
- PLC קאָנטראָללער
- דיגיטאַל קאַמעראַס
- GPS and PDA Devices
- Other legacy serial equipment with DB9 female connectors
פיגורע 4: עקסamples of serial devices compatible with the adapter.
4. סעטאַפּ און ייַנמאָנטירונג
4.1 פֿאַרבינדן דעם אַדאַפּטער
- Connect the DB9 male connectors of the Gearmo adapter to the DB9 female serial ports on your peripheral devices.
- Plug the USB Type-A connector of the adapter into an available USB port on your computer (desktop, laptop, or other mobile device).
Figure 5: Connecting the USB adapter to a computer.
Figure 6: The adapter fully connected to a laptop, ready for use.
4.2 דרייווער ינסטאַלירונג
The Gearmo USA-FTDI4X adapter is designed for plug-and-play operation on most modern operating systems (Windows 7, 8, 10, 11, Linux, macOS 10.X). In most cases, drivers will install automatically upon connection.
If automatic installation does not occur or if you are using an older operating system, a driver disc is included with the product. You may also download the latest drivers from the official Gearmo webפּלאַץ.
Video 1: An official product video demonstrating the features and connectivity of the 4-Port USB 2.0 RS-232 FTDI Serial Adapter.
5. אַפּערייטינג ינסטרוקטיאָנס
5.1 COM Port Retention
The adapter features COM port retention, meaning that once a COM port is assigned to a serial device, it will retain that assignment even if the adapter is disconnected and reconnected, or if the computer is restarted. This ensures consistent configuration for your serial applications.
5.2 געפירט ינדיקאַטאָרס
The central hub of the adapter includes LED indicators to monitor activity:
- PWR (מאַכט): Indicates that the adapter is receiving power from the USB port.
- RXD (באַקומען דאַטן): Flashes when data is being received by the adapter from a connected serial device.
- טראַנסמיט דאַטן (TXD): Flashes when data is being transmitted by the adapter to a connected serial device.
These LEDs allow for easy monitoring of data flow and can assist in troubleshooting connection issues.
6. ספּעסאַפאַקיישאַנז
| שטריך | דעטאַל |
|---|---|
| מאָדעל נומער | USA-FTDI4X |
| קאַנעקטער טיפּ | USB Type A (Host), DB9 Male w/ Screws (Device) |
| נומער פון פּאָרץ | 4 x RS232 Serial |
| טשיפּסעט | FTDI (FT4232) |
| קאַבלע לענג | 3 feet (approx. 0.91 meters) for each serial cable, 1 foot (approx. 0.3 meters) for USB cable |
| באַוד רייץ | Up to 921.600 Bps |
| דאַטאַ באַפער | Dual 16-byte hardware data buffer (up/down stream) |
| אַס סופּפּאָרט | Windows 7, 8, 10, 11, Linux, macOS 10.X (also older Windows versions) |
| שוץ | ESD and Surge Protection up to 15kV |
| מאַכט מקור | USB Powered (no external power required) |
| פּראָדוקט דימענשאַנז | 36 x 1.5 x 0.5 אינטשעס (אומגעפער 91.4 x 3.8 x 1.3 ס״מ) |
| פּונקט וואָג | 6.2 אונס (בעערעך 175.8 גראַמז) |
6.1 RS-232 Pin-Out Diagram
Figure 7: Standard RS-232 DB9 Pin-Out.
7. וישאַלט
To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your Gearmo USB to Serial Adapter, follow these general maintenance guidelines:
- האַלט דעם אַדאַפּטער און קייבלען ריין און פריי פון שטויב. ניצט אַ ווייכן, טרוקן שטאָף פֿאַר רייניקונג.
- פֿאַרמײַדט אויסשטעלן דעם אַדאַפּטער צו עקסטרעמע טעמפּעראַטורן, פֿײַכטקייט, אָדער דירעקטער זון.
- Do not bend or crimp the cables excessively, as this can damage internal wiring.
- האַלט דעם אַדאַפּטער אין אַ זיכערן אָרט ווען עס איז נישט אין באַנוץ, כּדי צו פאַרמייַדן גשמיותן שאָדן.
8. טראָובלעשאָאָטינג
If you encounter issues with your Gearmo USB to Serial Adapter, consider the following troubleshooting steps:
- קיין מיטל דעטעקטעד: Ensure the USB connector is fully inserted into your computer's USB port. Try a different USB port or a different computer to rule out port issues.
- שאָפער ישוז: Verify that the correct drivers are installed. Check your operating system's Device Manager (Windows) or System Information (macOS/Linux) for the adapter and its driver status. Reinstall drivers if necessary.
- קאָמוניקאַציע ערראָרס: Check all serial cable connections to your peripheral devices. Ensure the baud rate and other serial port settings in your application match those of the connected device. Monitor the RXD and TXD LEDs on the adapter for data activity.
- COM Port Conflicts: While the adapter supports COM port retention, conflicts can sometimes arise with other virtual COM ports. In Device Manager, you can manually change the assigned COM port number if needed.
- ינטערמיטאַנט קשר: Ensure cables are not damaged and connections are secure. Avoid using excessively long USB extension cables, which can sometimes lead to signal degradation.
9. וואָראַנטי אינפֿאָרמאַציע
For detailed warranty information regarding your Gearmo 4 Port USB to Serial RS232 Adapter, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Gearmo webזייטל. גאַראַנטיע טערמינען און באדינגונגען קענען זיין אַנדערש.
10. שטיצן
Gearmo provides engineering support for its products. If you require technical assistance, CAD files, mechanical drawings, or datasheets for integration or project needs, please contact Gearmo customer support through their official webזייטל אדער די קאָנטאַקט אינפֿאָרמאַציע וואָס איז צוגעשטעלט מיט אייער פּראָדוקט דאָקומענטאַציע.
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