232BRC-0812ds-1/2 2011 by B&B Electronics. All rights reserved. Model: 232BRC Baud Rate Converter Features Data Rates up to 115.2 kbps 16 Kb Buffer Prevents Data Loss Hardware and Software Flow Control Interconnects Devices with Different Data Rates, Formats, and Handshaking Functional Description Put legacy equipment with incompatible communications standards back into service. Many older or proprietary system devices lack the option to reconfigure baud rate, data format, and handshaking. The 232BRC acts as a translator between asynchronous devices, matching each devices needs while maintaining the highest possible throughput. Each side can be individually configured to suit the device connected to it. It supports data rates up to 115.2 kbps and all standard data formats. Each side can either supply or accept hardware or software handshaking. The included PC setup software walks the user through all possible options. Once configured by a PC, the module may be installed on any system. Non- volatile memory maintains the parameters when power is removed. A detailed instruction manual is contained on the CD ROM which ships with the product. A 12VDC power supply is required (not included). Ordering Information Model Number Description 232BRC RS-232 Baud Rate Converter Accessories 232CAMR DB25F to DB9M 6 inch adapter cord 232CAMS DB25 Male to DB9 Female 6 inch Adapter Cable 232PS 12VDC, 100mA Power Supply, Wall transformer 9PAMF6 6 ft - DB9 to DB9 Cable, Male to Female www.bb-elec.com orders bb-elec.com support bb-elec.com International Office: 707 Dayton Road PO Box 1040 Ottawa, IL 61350 USA 815-433-5100 Fax 433-5104 European Office: Westlink Commercial Park Oranmore Co. Galway Ireland +353 91 792444 Fax +353 91 792445 PRODUCT INFORMATION B&B ELECTRONICS 232BRC-0812ds-2/2 2011 by B&B Electronics. All rights reserved. Operation Refer to the Instruction Manual contained on the CD ROM. The 232BRC has twoDB9 connectors. The female connector is configured as DCE for connecting to PCs, terminals, and other DTE devices. The male connector is configured as DTE for connecting to modems, and other DCE devices. Refer to Table One and Table Two for DB9 pin-outs. Three LEDs indicate power and the presence of data in either ports buffer. Table 1 Table 2 Port A DB9F (DCE) Port B DB9M (DTE) Pin Signal Direction Pin Signal Direction 2 Receive Data (RD) Output 2 Receive Data (RD) Input 3 Transmit Data (TD) Input 3 Transmit Data (TD) Output 4 DTE Ready (DTR) Input 4 DTE Ready (DTR) Output 6 DCE Ready (DSR) Output 6 DCE Ready (DSR) Input 7 Request to Send (RTS) Input 7 Request to Send (RTS) Output 8 Clear to Send (CTS) Output 8 Clear to Send (CTS) Input Table 3 Factory Default Parameters Data Rate 9600 bps Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Parity None Handshaking None Specifications Interface: RS-232 Asynchronous Data Bits: 5,6,7, or 8 Parity: Even, Odd, or None Data Rate: 300 to 115.2 kbps Stop Bits: 1 or 2 Flow Control: Hardware (RTS/CTS), Software (XON/XOFF), or None Buffer Memory: 19 Kb SRAM LEDs: Buffer A, Buffer B, and Power Input Voltage: 12 to 17 VDC 60mA max Power Connector 2.5 mm jack (positive tip) Data Connectors: Port A DB9F (DCE), Port B DB9M (DTE) Dimensions: 5.8 x 3.6 x 1.2 in (14.6 x 9.1 x 3.0 cm) Software: Windows 95, 98, NT, 2K, XP, Vista Compatible www.bb-elec.com orders bb-elec.com support bb-elec.com International Office: 707 Dayton Road PO Box 1040 Ottawa, IL 61350 USA 815-433-5100 Fax 433-5104 European Office: Westlink Commercial Park Oranmore Co. Galway Ireland +353 91 792444 Fax +353 91 792445 PRODUCT INFORMATION B&B ELECTRONICS