Industrial RS-232/485 4x RS-485
Opto-isolated Hub/Splitter/Repeater
(Part Number: HUB-485-4)
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Industrial RS-232/485 4x RS-485 Isolated Converter
Part Number: HUB-485-4 (DIN-Rail/Wall-Mount) Communications made easy
INTRODUCTION
The HUB-485-4 is a rugged, industrial-grade, optically-isolated RS-485 Hub / Splitter /
Repeater, which can be used to expand RS-485 networks by splitting one RS-485 network
into four, in turn increasing the maximum number of nodes and the distance covered by an
RS-485 network. The unit comes with options for RS-485 or RS-232 input, for easy
installation. It was designed so that data coming from the input (RS-232 or RS-485) will
transmit to all four loops of RS-485 networks. However, each loop of RS-485 devices will
transmit data back to the input only, thus reducing any possible interference between each
loop of the RS-485 devices. Also, the failure of any individual loop will not affect other
loops, making the RS-485 networks more robust and reliable. The product features
opto-isolation circuitry, which effectively protects your RS-232/RS-485 devices from
ground loops, transient surges, remote lightning and spikes. Opto-isolation also eliminates
ground loop and noise problems. The unit supports data rates up to 115,200 bps and
features data format auto-sensing and self-adjusting; therefore, no DIP switch or jumpers
are required.
FEATURES
Industrial grade enclosed in a rugged, rustless ABS housing.
Direct DIN-Rail or wall/panel mounting without using any unsecured brackets or adapters.
Expands RS-485 networks by splitting one RS-485 network into four, thus making
star-wiring possible for RS-485 networks.
The failure of any individual loop will not affect the others, making the RS-485
network more robust and reliable.
Optical isolation effectively protects RS-232/RS-485 devices from ground loops, transient
surges, remote lightning and spikes; it also eliminates ground loop and noise problems.
Supports up to 512 (4x 128) nodes of RS-485 devices.
Supports data rates up to 115,200bps.
Data direction auto-turnaround, no software drivers or flow control is required.
Plug and play (hot-pluggable, data format auto-sensing and self-adjusting).
Operating temperature: -40F to 185F (-40C to 85C).
Built-in 600W surge protection, 15kV static protection and circuit protection.
Surface Mount Technology manufactured to RoHS and ISO-9001 standards.
Safety: Strictly certified by TUV (Cert No. SG-CE-100004; SG-FCC-100001).
5-year manufacturers warranty.
SPECIFICATIONS
Compatibility: EIA/TIA RS-232 and RS-485 standards
Power Source: 9 to 30VDC (External AC to DC power adapter included)
External AC/DC Power Adapter: 9VDC/500mA (Input: 100~240VAC 50/60Hz, US type A plug)
Current Consumption: Less than 30mA
Optical Isolation: 2500Vrms (AC, 1 min)
Data Rates: 300 to 115,200bps (auto-sensing and self-adjusting)
Distances: RS-232: 16ft (5m); RS-485: up to 4000ft (1.2km) at 19,200bps
Connectors: 2x 10-way Terminal Block
Number of Maximum Nodes: Input: 1; Output: 4x 128 nodes;
Surge Protection: 600W
Static Protection (ESD): Up to 15kV
Dimensions (H x W x D): 4.9 x 3.6 x 0.9 in (125 x 73 x 33 mm)
Weight: 4.9 oz (140 g) (with terminal blocks)
Operating Temperature: -40F to 185F (-40C to 85C)
Operating Humidity: Up to 90% RH (no condensation)
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PIN ASSIGNMENT
RS-232/RS-485 Input Side (Terminal Block):
Pin: A+ B- GND1 TX RX 9~30V GND1
RS-232: - - Input/DC GND TX RX DC + Input/DC GND
RS-485: 485+ 485- Input/DC GND - - DC + Input/DC GND
4x RS-485 Output Side (Terminal Block):
Pin: A1+ B1- GND2 A2+ B2- A3+ B3- GND2 A4+ B4-
Output: 1 2 3 4
RS-485: 485+ 485- Output 485+ 485- 485+ 485- Output 485+ 485-
GND GND
CONNECTIONS
FIGURE 1: HUB-485-4 CONNECTION DIAGRAM
LED INDICATIONS
PWR Indicator
Steady: Power on.
Off: Power off.
DOWN Indicator
Flashing: Receiving data from output (RS-485) ports.
UP Indicator
Flashing: Receiving data from input (RS-232 or RS-485) ports.
FIGURE 2: LED INDICATIONS
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INSTALLATIONS
FIGURE 3: DIN-RAIL MOUNTING
FIGURE 4: WALL/PANEL MOUNTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
Make sure the power is connected and turned on.
Check the connections according to the above CONNECTIONS diagram.
Perform a loopback test by using CommFronts 232Analyzer software: Connect one of
your PC's RS-232 or RS-485 ports to the input of HUB-485-4. Now connect another
RS-485 port from your PC to one of the HUB-485-4s RS-485 outputs. Send a command
from one COM port, and you should receive an echo of the command sent on the other
COM port. By performing a simple loopback test like this, you can test both the
transmitter and receiver of the converter. This is very helpful when you are in doubt
about the performance of your converter.
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