Manual de instrucciones del adaptador serial USB-C a RS232 de Digitus (modelo DA-70166)

1. Introducción

This manual provides instructions for the Digitus USB-C to RS232 Serial Adapter, Model DA-70166. This adapter facilitates data exchange between a computer equipped with a USB Type-C port and peripheral devices utilizing a serial RS232 interface (COM port). It is designed to bridge the gap between modern hardware lacking traditional serial ports and legacy serial devices such as weather stations, sensors, machine controls, modems, and ISDN adapters.

Image 1.1: The Digitus USB-C to RS232 Serial Adapter, Model DA-70166.

2. Contenido del paquete

• USB-C to Serial Adapter
• Product support CD-ROM with drivers

3. Características

• Connects serial devices to a PC via USB Type-C.
• Enables data exchange between a PC with a USB port and serial peripherals (e.g., machine controls, modems, sensors).
• Integrated USB-C connection cable.
• Individual configuration via the FTDI/FT232RL chipset.
• Backward compatibility with USB 1.1.
• Admite activación remota y administración de energía.
• Adjustable baud rates between 75 bit/s and 128,000 bit/s.
• Power supply directly via the USB port; no separate power supply required.

Image 3.1: Diagram illustrating the RS232 and USB Type-C connectors of the adapter.

4. Configuración e instalación

4.1. Conexión física

1. Connect the USB Type-C end of the adapter to an available USB Type-C port on your computer (laptop, ultrabook, or MacBook).
2. Connect the D-SUB 9 (RS232) end of the adapter to the serial port of your peripheral device. Ensure the screws on the D-SUB 9 connector are tightened to secure the connection.

Image 4.1: The adapter connecting a laptop to a serial device.

4.2. Instalación del controlador

The adapter features an FTDI/FT232RL chipset. For most modern operating systems (Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, Mac OS X, and Linux), drivers are often installed automatically upon connection (Plug & Play). If automatic installation does not occur, or if you encounter issues, please use the included product support CD-ROM to install the necessary drivers. Alternatively, drivers can be downloaded from the official FTDI websitio.

5. Instrucciones de funcionamiento

Once the adapter is physically connected and drivers are installed, your computer should recognize the serial port. You can then use appropriate software to communicate with your serial peripheral device. The adapter supports customizable baud rates between 75 bit/s and 128,000 bit/s, allowing flexibility for various devices. It also supports remote wake-up and power management features.

Imagen 5.1: Example of a one-to-one connection between a laptop and a label printer.

6. Compatibilidad

The Digitus USB-C to RS232 Serial Adapter is compatible with a wide range of operating systems and serial devices:

6.1. Sistemas operativos compatibles

• Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP
• Sistema operativo Mac X
• Linux

6.2. Dispositivos compatibles

The adapter is suitable for connecting various serial peripherals, including but not limited to:

• Estaciones meteorológicas
• Sensores
• Controles de la máquina
• Decodificadores
• Consolas de juegos
• PDAs
• Escáneres
• Módems
• ISDN adapters
• Label writers
• Barcode scanners
• Cajas registradoras
• Impresoras

Image 6.1: The adapter's compatibility with a range of serial devices.

7. Especificaciones

8. Solución de problemas

• Dispositivo no reconocido: Ensure the adapter is securely connected to both your computer's USB-C port and the serial peripheral. Verify that the necessary drivers are installed. Try connecting to a different USB-C port or restarting your computer.
• Errores de comunicación: Check the baud rate and other serial port settings (e.g., data bits, parity, stop bits) in your software to ensure they match the requirements of your peripheral device.
• Conexión intermitente: Ensure the D-SUB 9 connector screws are tightened to prevent accidental disconnection. Avoid excessive bending or pulling on the cable.
• Problemas con el controlador: If the included CD-ROM drivers do not work, visit the FTDI webSitio para obtener los controladores más recientes compatibles con su sistema operativo.

9. Vídeos de productos relacionados

The following videos demonstrate the general functionality and use of USB to RS232 serial adapters. While they may feature different models or brands, the core principles of connection and operation are similar.

10. Garantía y soporte

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official Digitus websitio. Guarde su recibo de compra para reclamos de garantía.