BB-485USB9F-4W BB-485USB9F-4W-LS USB to RS-485 Miniature Converters Features Connect RS-485 devices to your USB port Data rates: 921.6 kbps (RS-485) 12 Mbps (USB) Quick, convenient in-line installation USB port powered USB 2.0 (12 Mbps) compatible Small fits easily into laptop bag perfect for field service applications (1) USB cable included Locked Serial Number version (BB-485USB9F-4W-LS) Introduction Ordering Information Universal Serial Bus (USB) has become the connectivity workhorse of todays PCs, Model No. Description replacing the familiar serial port. However, many commercial and industrial devices still use the RS-485 interface. To connect these devices to modern PCs, you need a simple BB-485USB9F-4W USB to RS-485 4-Wire Converter and reliable conversion solution. Models BB-485USB9F-4W and BB-485USB9F-4W-LS offer this solution in a space saving, USB port powered package. BB-485USB9F-4W-LS USB to RS-485 4-Wire Converter with Locked Serial Number Simply install the drivers and plug the converter into an available USB port on your Accessories Sold Separately computer or USB hub. The device will show up as an additional COM port in the Windows Device Manager which is fully compatible with your Windows applications. A one meter BB-USBAMBM-3F USB cable, 0.91 m (3 ft), Type A male to Type B male (one included) USB cable is included. Locked serial number versions are also available. BB-USBAMBM-6F USB cable, 1.83 m (6 ft), Type A male to Type B male BB-485USB9F-4W-LS Locked Serial Numbers Explained Advantech configures these single-port USB to serial converters in two ways. In standard format, each product has a unique serial number. Locked serial number format uses the same serial number that is associated with the model number. If your converter will always be used with the same computer, the standard serialized model is all you need. If the converter is shared among several computers, like field service laptops, the locked serial number model lets you plug-and-play without having to worry about matching the two. Locked Serial Description Serialized Number Every unit is assigned a unique COM port - Same type model numbers shares the same COM port - Ideal applications Fixed Locations Field Service Note: Serialized and Lock Serial Number versions sell for the same price. BB-USOPTL4-2P BB-USOPTL4-4P 0221ds All product specifications are subject to change without notice. BB-485USB9F-4Wx 2321dsBB-485USB9F-4W BB-485USB9F-4W-LS DB9 Female Connector Pinout Specifications 5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 Pin Signal Serial Technology 1 Not Used RS-485 Connector DB9 female 2 RDA(-) RS-485 4-Wire TDA(-), TDB(+), RDA(-), RDB(+), Ground 3 TDB(+) Data Rate Up to 921.6 kbps 9 8 7 6 6 7 8 9 4 Ground USB Technology 5 Not Used USB Connector USB Type B female 6 Ground Standard 2.0 (backward compatible) 7 RDB(+) Data Rate 12 Mbps 8 TDA(-) Power 9 Not Used Source USB port Input Voltage 5 Vdc Consumption ~ 0.5 W (low power device, draws less than 100 mA) Software Mechanical Diagram Driver CD Windows XP, 7 (32/64 bit), 8 (32/64 bit), 8.1 (32/64), 10 (32/64) Mechanical Dimensions 5.8 x 3.2 x 1.6 cm (2.3 x 1.3 x 0.6 in) 3.2 cm 3.2 cm 1.6 cm Enclosure Plastic 1.6 cm 1.3 in 1.3 in 0.6 in 0.6 in Mounting In-line installation Weight 4.3 g (0.23 lb) with included USB cable Environmental Operating Temperature 0 to +70 C (+32 to +158 F) Storage Temperature -40 to +85 C (-40 to +185 F) Operating Humidity 0 to 95%, non-condensing Meantime Between Failures (MTBF) MTBF 1869313 hours Calculation Method Parts Count Reliability Prediction 5.8 cm5.8 cm Regulatory Approvals / Standards / Directives 2.3 in 2.3 in Approvals FCC, CE 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (ECD) 2011-65/EU amended by (EU) 2015/863 Reduction of CE - Directives Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) 2012/19/EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) EMC: EN 55032:2015 Class B Electromagnetic Compatibility of CE - Standards Multimedia Equipment Emission Requirements EN 55024:2010 Information Technology Equipment Immunity Characteristics Limits and M ethods of Measurement EN 61000-6-1 - Generic Immunity Standard for Residential, Other Standards Commercial and Light-Industrial Environments