Our new Serial WiFi adapter is an easy way of connecting a serial RS232 device to your existing or new WiFi network. It allows you to connect your serial device in infrastructure or SoftAP networks. Since many smart phones uses SoftAP this serial WiFi adapter will work with most of them.
The adapter is designed around the RN171 module from Roving Networks which makes this adapter a very reliable product with lots of advanced configuration options and features.
It is ideal for most office, laboratory, commercial and even light industrial environments.
Free virtual COM port software is included.
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Sunday, June 23, 2013
Saturday, April 13, 2013
BASIC Programmable Serial to Ethernet converter
We are introducing a new BASIC programmable serial to Ethernet device server. This server is perfect if you are working on a project that needs special features in regards to serial Ethernet conversion, or if you simply just want to be able to control every aspect of the data conversion.
The fact that this device server is BASIC programmable allows you to create your own specifications. You can for example program from 1 to 16 allowable clients, access memory, socket control and much more.
The server is made by Tibbo and comes with a free downloadable IDE programming environment which uses easy to learn BAISC language. It includes lots of support, documentation, programming examples and free libraries.
The device server comes with a pre-loaded virtual COM port software so it can actually be connected and used without any programming, however this server was designed as an advanced unit with the intentional use for advanced customized programmable projects, so its full potential is best accomplished with this type of projects.
The fact that this device server is BASIC programmable allows you to create your own specifications. You can for example program from 1 to 16 allowable clients, access memory, socket control and much more.
The server is made by Tibbo and comes with a free downloadable IDE programming environment which uses easy to learn BAISC language. It includes lots of support, documentation, programming examples and free libraries.
The device server comes with a pre-loaded virtual COM port software so it can actually be connected and used without any programming, however this server was designed as an advanced unit with the intentional use for advanced customized programmable projects, so its full potential is best accomplished with this type of projects.
Saturday, August 18, 2012
USB to Serial RS232 adapter ready for Windows 8
While there is still no official release of Windows 8 yet, the manufacturer (FTDI) of the processor chips for our USB to Serial RS232 and RS485 adapters "Ultimate" and "PRO" versions have validated that the drivers will work correctly with the Consumer Preview and Developer Preview versions of Windows 8.
This is great news since you now won't have to spend money on a new USB to serial adapter after Windows 8 takes over.
Monday, August 22, 2011
5 Steps for Choosing the Best USB to Serial adapter
The Quick Checklist:
1. Preferred processor chip: FTDI or Silabs (very reliable)
2. Preferred serial driver chip: ZyWyn, Maxin or NI (very reliable)
3. Minimum 5.0VDC output power at serial connector (ensures reliable data transmission)
4. Build-in electro-static protection for at least 600W (protects against static electricity)
5. LED lights for TX and RX activity (nice to have when troubleshooting)
U.S. Converters sells a line of USB to Serial adapters that offers all the above features. We recommend one of these two adapters for all newer operating systems:
Windows 7 / Vista 32/64-bit
Premium Grade adapter
Windows 7 / Vista 32/64-bit
Professional Grade adapter
The details:
1. Preferred processor chip: FTDI or Silabs
This is the utmost most important step. The reason why we highly recommend a USB to serial adapter with a processor chip from either FTDI or Silabs is because these are simply the best. We have extensive experience with these which shows us that these processor chips works with the majority of devices and equipment on the market. The drivers are very stable, easy to install and compatible with all versions of Windows 32/4-bit, Mac, Linux.
2. Preferred serial driver chip: ZyWyn, Maxin or NI
The serial driver chip is what is actually communicating and providing the power signals for your device connected to the USB to serial adapter. We recommend a brand name driver chip from ZyWyn, Maxin or NI because these are very reliable and works well with the FTDI and Silabs processor chips.
3. At least 5VDC output power at serial connector
We recommend a USB to serial adapter with at least 5VDC power output for the TX/RX signals. This will ensure a strong communication signal and that your device gets sufficient power. The output power is measured from signal ground to the Tx signal and the Rx signal.
4. Build-in static protection to at least 600W
Built-in static protection protects the USB to serial adapter against high voltage spikes created either by static electricity or by surges in the supply voltage. This problem can exist both at the USB end and the serial RS232 end.
5. LED lights for TX and RX activity
Not required but very nice to have. Being able to actually see when data is transmitted through the adapter is a big advantage when troubleshooting. This way its easier to find out where the problem lies; if its your computer, your device connected to the adapter or the adapter itself.
Things to avoid:
- Avoid adapters with a low-cost processor chip such as Prolific. The drivers are poorly written, incompatible with newer operating systems and creates unreliable communication.
- Avoid adapters with a low output power (less than 5VDC). Low output power makes the communication unreliable or even impossible.
Further reading:
Here is an overview of all our USB to Serial RS232 adapters.
Further reading: Why most USB to Serial adapters does not work with Windows 7
Small form factor adapter: Mini USB to serial adapter
For further information regarding serial data communication, questions or suggestions please
contact us.
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1. Preferred processor chip: FTDI or Silabs (very reliable)
2. Preferred serial driver chip: ZyWyn, Maxin or NI (very reliable)
3. Minimum 5.0VDC output power at serial connector (ensures reliable data transmission)
4. Build-in electro-static protection for at least 600W (protects against static electricity)
5. LED lights for TX and RX activity (nice to have when troubleshooting)
U.S. Converters sells a line of USB to Serial adapters that offers all the above features. We recommend one of these two adapters for all newer operating systems:
Windows 7 / Vista 32/64-bit
Premium Grade adapter
Windows 7 / Vista 32/64-bit
Professional Grade adapter
The details:
1. Preferred processor chip: FTDI or Silabs
This is the utmost most important step. The reason why we highly recommend a USB to serial adapter with a processor chip from either FTDI or Silabs is because these are simply the best. We have extensive experience with these which shows us that these processor chips works with the majority of devices and equipment on the market. The drivers are very stable, easy to install and compatible with all versions of Windows 32/4-bit, Mac, Linux.
2. Preferred serial driver chip: ZyWyn, Maxin or NI
The serial driver chip is what is actually communicating and providing the power signals for your device connected to the USB to serial adapter. We recommend a brand name driver chip from ZyWyn, Maxin or NI because these are very reliable and works well with the FTDI and Silabs processor chips.
3. At least 5VDC output power at serial connector
We recommend a USB to serial adapter with at least 5VDC power output for the TX/RX signals. This will ensure a strong communication signal and that your device gets sufficient power. The output power is measured from signal ground to the Tx signal and the Rx signal.
4. Build-in static protection to at least 600W
Built-in static protection protects the USB to serial adapter against high voltage spikes created either by static electricity or by surges in the supply voltage. This problem can exist both at the USB end and the serial RS232 end.
5. LED lights for TX and RX activity
Not required but very nice to have. Being able to actually see when data is transmitted through the adapter is a big advantage when troubleshooting. This way its easier to find out where the problem lies; if its your computer, your device connected to the adapter or the adapter itself.
Things to avoid:
- Avoid adapters with a low-cost processor chip such as Prolific. The drivers are poorly written, incompatible with newer operating systems and creates unreliable communication.
- Avoid adapters with a low output power (less than 5VDC). Low output power makes the communication unreliable or even impossible.
Further reading:
Here is an overview of all our USB to Serial RS232 adapters.
Further reading: Why most USB to Serial adapters does not work with Windows 7
Small form factor adapter: Mini USB to serial adapter
For further information regarding serial data communication, questions or suggestions please
contact us.
___
Publishing rights: You may republish this article at your
website, newsletter or ebook on the condition that you agree to leave
the article, author's signature and all links completely intact.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
USB to Serial Adapter Wiki welcomed
We are happy to see that Magneto Tech Research has launced an informative site called: http://www.usb-serial-adapter.org/
It describes the exact same technical advantages as we have been 'preaching' for a long time. They already have success with http://www.rs232-to-rs485.com
Good Luck to Magneto Tech Research!
It describes the exact same technical advantages as we have been 'preaching' for a long time. They already have success with http://www.rs232-to-rs485.com
Good Luck to Magneto Tech Research!
Saturday, July 16, 2011
New mini USB to serial adapter for Windows 7
Well here is just a short post to announce our updated version of the mini USB to serial adapter which is compatible with Windows 7 32/64 bit and of course also all other versions of Windows, Linux and Mac. Check it out here:
USB to Serial adapter for Windows 7 32/64-bit
USB to Serial adapter for Windows 7 32/64-bit
Sunday, July 10, 2011
5 Things to Check when Chosing a USB to Serial adapter
| Things to check: 1. Preferred processor chip: FTDI or Silabs 2. Preferred serial driver chip: ZyWyn, Maxin or NI 3. At least 5VDC output power at serial connector 4. Build-in static protection to at least 600W 5. LED lights for TX and RX activity The details: 1. Preferred processor chip: FTDI or Silabs This is the utmost most important step. The reason why we highly recommend a USB to serial adapter with a processor chip from either FTDI or Silabs is because these are simply the best. We have extensive experience with these which shows us that these processor chips works with the majority of devices and equipment on the market. The drivers are very stable, easy to install and compatible with all versions of Windows 32/4-bit, Mac, Linux. 2. Preferred serial driver chip: ZyWyn, Maxin or NI The serial driver chip is what is actually communicating and providing the power signals for your device connected to the USB to serial adapter. We recommend a brand name driver chip from ZyWyn, Maxin or NI because these are very reliable and works well with the FTDI and Silabs processor chips. 3. At least 5VDC output power at serial connector We recommend a USB to serial adapter with at least 5VDC power output for the TX/RX signals. This will ensure a strong communication signal and that your device gets sufficient power. The output power is measured from signal ground to the Tx signal and the Rx signal. 4.Build-in static protection to at least 600W Built-in static protection protects the USB to serial adapter against high voltage spikes created either by static electricity or by surges in the supply voltage. This problem can exist both at the USB end and the serial RS232 end. 5. LED lights for TX and RX activity Not required but very nice to have. Being able to actually see when data is transmitted through the adapter is a big advantage when troubleshooting. This way its easier to find out where the problem lies; if its your computer, your device connected to the adapter or the adapter itself. Things to avoid: - Avoid adapters with a low-cost processor chip such as Prolific. The drivers are poorly written, incompatible with newer operating systems and creates unreliable communication. - Avoid adapters with a low output power (less than 5VDC). Low output power makes the communication unreliable or even impossible. U.S. Converters is selling a line of USB to Serial adapters that offers all the above features. We recommend one of these two adapters for all newer operating systems:
Here is an overview of all our USB to Serial RS232 adapters. Further reading: Why most USB to Serial adapters does not work with Windows 7 For further information regarding serial data communication, questions or suggestions please contact U.S. Converters |
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