Black Box Async RS232 to RS422/485 Interface Converter - DB9 to Terminal Block

Manufacturer: Black Box Corporation
Mfr. Part: IC820A

1 x DB-9 RS-232 , 1 x Terminal Block - External

Black Box Async RS232 to RS422/485 Interface Converter - DB9 to Terminal Block

About This Product

Overview

  • Enables you to select RS-485 2-wire half-duplex or RS-485 4-wire full-duplex operation.
  • Selectable RS-422 operation with transmit and receive always enabled.
  • Automatic RS-485 driver control, so it works without any special programming for handshaking signals. Also enables transmitter from RS-232 TD signal and receiver when not transmitting.
  • Built-in bridging switches for 2- or 4-wire operation with no external jumpers to set.
  • Set operating mode with four switches.
  • Converts using either port power or power from an external 120-VAC/12-VDC power supply (sold separately).
  • No external power is required if two RS-232 output handshake lines are available.
  • Transmit data up to 115 kbps or at distancesup to 4000 ft.
  • Operates in point to point or multipoint applications
  • Operates 2-wire half-duplex or 4-wire half- or full-duplex.
  • async (data leads) only.
  • Up to 32 RS485 devices can be attached to create a large multi-drop network
  • The RS485 driver is automatically enabled during each spacing state on the RS232 side.

Quick Specifications

Product Model
IC820A
Product Type
Transceiver/Media Converter
Total Number of Ports
2
Power Source
Power Supply
Plug/Connector Type
Terminal Block
Form Factor
External
Environmentally Friendly
Yes
Country of Origin
United States