USB to RS-485 Miniature Converters Models BB-485USBTB-2W-A, BB-485USBTB-4W-A, BB-485USBTB2WLS-A, BB-485USBTB4WLS-A www.advantech-bb.com PRODUCT FEATURES Connect RS-485 devices to your USB port RS-485 data rate up to 921.6 Kbps USB 2.0 (12 Mbps) compatible Convenient, quick inline installation Compact size fits into laptop bags perfect for field service USB port-powered High retention USB port holds USB cables securely Removable terminal block for easy wiring Locked Serial number model versions USB cable included ORDERING INFORMATION Previous model number reference: MODEL ORDER NUMBER DESCRIPTION 485USBTB-2W 485USBTB-2W BB-485USBTB-2W-A USB to RS-485 2-Wire Converter 485USBTB-2W-LS 485USBTB-2W-LS BB-485USBTB2WLS-A USB to RS-485 2-Wire Converter, Locked Serial Number 485USBTB-4W 485USBTB-4W BB-485USBTB-4W-A USB to RS-485 4-Wire Converter 485USBTB-4W-LS 485USBTB-4W-LS BB-485USBTB4WLS-A USB to RS-485 4-Wire Converter, Locked Serial Number Universal Serial Bus (USB) has become the connectivity workhorse of ACCESSORIES - some sold separately todays PCs, replacing the familiar serial ports. However, many commercial BB-USBAMBM-3F 0.9 m (3 ft) USB cable (one included) and industrial devices still use the RS-485 interface. To connect these BB-USBAMBM-3F 1.8 m (6 ft) USB cable devices to modern PCs, you need a simple and reliable conversion solution. These USB 2.0 to RS-485 converters offer this solution in a space saving, USB port-powered package. Select model BB-485USBTB-2W-A for RS- 485 2-wire applications or the BB-485USBTB-4W-A for RS-485 4-wire applications. Models BB-485USBTB2WLS-A and BB-485USBTB4WLS-A Locked Serial Numbers Explained feature a locked serial number. A USB cable is included. B+B SmartWorx configures single-port USB to serial converters in two ways. In standard format, each product has a unique serial number. Locked serial Simply plug the converter in Windows will find and install the FTDI V irtual format uses the same serial number that is associated with a model type. COM (VCP) driver software. When installation is complete, the converter will If your converter will always be used with the same computer, the standard show up as an additional COM port. 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. Serialized and Lock Serial Number versions sell for the same price. 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 Field Locations Service All product specifications are subject to change without notice. BB-485USBTB-xW-x series 2618ds orders advantech-bb.com Corporate Headquarters: 707 Dayton Road, PO Box 1040 Ottawa, IL 61350 USA 815-433-5100 Fax 433-5104 support advantech-bb.com European Office: Westlink Commercial Park, Oranmore Co. Galway Ireland +353 91 792444 Fax +353 91 792445USB to RS-485 Miniature Converters Models BB-485USBTB-2W-A, BB-485USBTB-4W-A, BB-485USBTB2WLS-A, BB-485USBTB4WLS-A SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL TECHNOLOGY MEANTIME BEFORE FAILURE (MTBF) RS-485 2-Wire Data A(-), Data B(+), Ground MTBF 1869313 hours RS-485 4-Wire TDA(-), TDB(+), RDA(-), RDB(+), Ground MTBF Method MIL 217F Parts Count Reliability Prediction Connector Removable terminal block (28 to 16 AWG) APPROVALS, DIRECTIVES, STANDARDS Data Rate Up to 921.6 Kbps Approvals FCC, CE Directives 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive USB TECHNOLOGY 2011/65/EU Reduction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) Connector USB Type B female, high retention port (3.4 lb (15N) pull force) 2012/19/EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Standard 2.0 (backward compatible) Standards EN 55032 Class A Electromagnetic Compatibility of Multimedia Equipment EmissionRequirements Data Rate 12 Mbps EN 55024 Information Technology Equipment Immunity POWER Characteristics Limits and Methods of Measurement 3.2 cm Source USB port EN 61000-6 Generic Immunity Dtandard for Residential, Commercial 1.6 cm 1.3 in and Light-industrial Environments Input Voltage 5 VDC 0.6 in Consumption ~ 0.5 W (low power device, draws less than 100 mA) SOFTWARE Driver FTDI Virtual COM Port (VCP) Driver O/S Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, 7 (32/64 bit), 8 (32/64 bit) MECHANICAL Dimensions 6.5 x 3.2 x 1.6 cm (2.6 x 1.3 x 0.6 in) Enclosure In-line mounted, plastic Weight 104.3 g (0.23 lb) with USB cable ENVIRONMENTAL 6.5 cm Operating Temperature 0 to +70 C (+32 to +158 F) 2.6 in Storage Temperature -40 to +85 C (-40 to +185 F) Operating Humidity 0 to 95% (non-condensing) MECHANICAL DIAGRAM 3.2 cm 1.6 cm 1.3 in 0.6 in 6.5 cm 2.6 in orders advantech-bb.com Corporate Headquarters: 707 Dayton Road, PO Box 1040 Ottawa, IL 61350 USA 815-433-5100 Fax 433-5104 support advantech-bb.com European Office: Westlink Commercial Park, Oranmore Co. Galway Ireland +353 91 792444 Fax +353 91 792445