CableCreation CD0488

Інструкцыя па эксплуатацыі адаптара CableCreation USB - RS232 (мадэль CD0488)

1. Уводзіны

This manual provides instructions for the CableCreation USB to RS232 Serial Adapter, Model CD0488. This adapter facilitates the connection of RS232 DB9 serial devices to a computer's USB port. It is designed for reliable data transfer and broad compatibility with various operating systems and serial peripherals.

CableCreation USB to RS232 Serial Adapter with PL2303 Chip, showing USB-A male and DB9 female connectors.

Figure 1: CableCreation USB to RS232 Serial Adapter (Model CD0488)

2. Асаблівасці прадукту

  • Тып раздыма: USB 2.0 Male to RS232 Female DB9 Serial.
  • Набор мікрасхем: Integrated with the Prolific PL2303 chipset for stable performance.
  • Хуткасць перадачы даных: Supports up to 1Mbps.
  • Магутнасць: USB bus-powered, eliminating the need for an external power adapter.
  • Будаўніцтва кабеля: Features tinned copper conductor and triple shielding for enhanced data integrity.
  • Сумяшчальнасць: Designed for a wide range of serial devices and operating systems.

3. Сумяшчальнасць

3.1 Аперацыйныя сістэмы

  • Windows 11
  • Windows 10
  • Windows 8.1
  • Windows 8
  • Windows 7
  • Linux
  • Mac OS

Заўвага: For Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11 systems, drivers may auto-detect and install if the PC is connected to the internet. For other systems, drivers should be downloaded from the CableCreation official website. For macOS, both the computer and the connected device must support macOS.

3.2 сумяшчальныя прылады

  • Мадэмы
  • ISDN Terminal Adapters
  • Лічбавыя камеры
  • Label Writers
  • Palm PCs
  • PDAs
  • Cashier Registers
  • Станкі з ЧПУ
  • Кантралёры PLC
  • Tax Printers
  • POS сістэмы
  • Bar Code Scanners
  • Прынтэры для этыкетак
Diagram illustrating the super compatibility of the USB to RS232 adapter with various devices like Palm PCs, Cashier Registers, Modems, Scanners, Digital Cameras, CNC machines, and more.

Малюнак 2: Сумяшчальнасць прыладview

Image showing the USB to RS232 adapter with icons representing support for multiple operating systems including Windows (11, 10, 8, 7, XP, Vista), Mac OS, and Linux.

Малюнак 3: Падтрымліваемыя аперацыйныя сістэмы

3.3 Incompatible Devices

  • Рэжучыя плотеры
  • SCM (Single-Chip Microcomputers)
  • Devices requiring a male RS232 connector (this adapter has a female RS232 connector)
  • Devices requiring RS485 connections
Diagram illustrating the difference between an RS232 DB9 interface and a VGA interface, emphasizing that the product is RS232.

Figure 4: RS232 vs. VGA Connector Types

Diagram showing the difference between a female RS232 DB9 connector (compatible) and a male RS232 DB9 connector (incompatible with this adapter).

Figure 5: Female vs. Male DB9 Connectors

4. Усталёўка і ўстаноўка драйвера

4.1 Step 1: Connect the Adapter

  1. Падключыце DB9 жаночы раз'ём of the adapter to the DB9 male serial port of your device (e.g., modem, scanner). Ensure the screws are tightened for a secure connection.
  2. Падключыце Раз'ём USB-A of the adapter to an available порт USB на вашым кампутары.

4.2 Step 2: Driver Installation

  • For Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11: If your computer is connected to the internet, the operating system should automatically detect the adapter and install the necessary drivers.
  • For other operating systems (Linux, Mac OS, older Windows versions): Drivers may need to be installed manually. Please visit the official CableCreation website to download the latest drivers for the PL2303 chipset.
  • After driver installation, it is recommended to restart your computer to ensure proper functionality.

5. Аперацыя

Once the adapter is connected and drivers are installed, your computer will recognize it as a virtual COM port. You can then use serial communication software (e.g., PuTTY, Tera Term, HyperTerminal) to interact with your connected RS232 device. Refer to your device's specific instruction manual for details on its serial communication settings (baud rate, data bits, parity, stop bits, flow control).

5.1 DB9 Pin Assignment

The DB9 female connector on this adapter has the following standard pin assignments:

Detailed diagram of the DB9 female pin assignment, labeling each of the 9 pins with its function (DCD, TXD, RXD, DTR, GND, DSR, RTS, CTS, RI).

Figure 6: DB9 Female Pin Assignment

PIN-кодНазва сігналуАпісанне
1DCDВыяўленне носьбіта даных
2TXDПерадаць даныя
3RXDАтрымаць дадзеныя
4DTRТэрмінал дадзеных гатовы
5GNDЗазямленне сігналу
6DSRНабор дадзеных гатовы
7РТСЗапыт на адпраўку
8CTSАчысціць для адпраўкі
9RIІндыкатар кальца

6. Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне

The CableCreation USB to RS232 Serial Adapter requires minimal maintenance. Keep the connectors clean and free from dust. Store the cable in a dry environment away from extreme temperatures. Avoid bending the cable sharply to prevent internal damage.

7. Выпраўленне непаладак

7.1 Агульныя праблемы і рашэнні

  • Adapter not recognized by computer:
    • Ensure the USB connector is fully inserted into a working USB port.
    • Verify that the correct drivers for the PL2303 chipset are installed. If not, download them from the CableCreation webсайт.
    • Try connecting to a different USB port or another computer to rule out port or system issues.
  • No communication with the serial device:
    • Confirm that the DB9 connector is securely attached to your device and the screws are tightened.
    • Check the serial communication settings (baud rate, data bits, parity, stop bits, flow control) in your software to match those of your device.
    • Важна: This adapter features a female RS232 connector and is compatible only with devices that have a male RS232 portГэта так. НЕ support RS485 connections.
    • If your device requires a null modem connection, you may need to use this serial adapter with a separate null modem adapter.
  • Павольная перадача дадзеных:
    • Ensure no other applications are heavily utilizing the USB bus.
    • Verify that the serial device is configured for the optimal baud rate.

8. Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

СпецыфікацыяДэталь
МаркаСтварэнне кабеля
Нумар мадэліCD0488
Вага прадмета2.46 унцыі
Памеры прадукту (ДxШxВ)9.17 х 6.1 х 0.59 цалі
КолерЧорны
тtage5 вольт
ASINB0769FY7R7
Дата першай даступнасці8 кастрычніка 2017 г
Тып раздымаUSB 2.0
Набор мікрасхемПлённы PL2303
Close-up image of the PL2303 chip, highlighting its presence for stable performance.

Figure 7: PL2303 Chipset Detail

9. Гарантыя і падтрымка

CableCreation offers a 24-месячная гарантыя на прадукцыю for quality-related concerns. For any issues or assistance, please contact CableCreation customer service. Our team is dedicated to providing support and ensuring customer satisfaction.

For driver downloads, product information, or to contact support, please visit the official CableCreation webсайт.

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