Black Box Async RS232 Extender over CATx - DB9 with Control Signals to Terminal Block

The Black Box Async RS232 Extender over CATx - DB9 with Control Signals to Terminal Block is an essential tool for enhancing your communication capabilities. Designed to overcome the limitations of traditional RS-232 connections, this extender allows you to efficiently extend the range of your serial device communications with ease. With the ability to utilize long-distance CATx links, you can seamlessly communicate with serial devices, control presentations remotely, or transfer data between computers. This high-performance device is ideal for a variety of applications, providing reliable and efficient data transmission even across substantial distances.

• Long-Distance Communication: Extend your RS-232 connections up to 4000 feet using standard CATx cabling, breaking through the conventional distance limitations of RS-232 communications.
• Plug-and-Play Installation: Enjoy hassle-free setup with no need for complex configuration. This device is designed for easy installation, enabling quick deployment in your professional environment.
• Full-Duplex Transmission: Benefit from real-time data transfer with hardware handshake signals, ensuring reliable communication even in demanding applications.
• Optical Isolation: The device features 1000-VDC isolation between the CATx and RS-232 interfaces, protecting your equipment from electrical interference and ensuring smooth operation.
• Versatile Connectivity: The local unit comes with a DB9 female connector configured as a DCE device, while the remote unit features a DB9 male connector set up as a DTE device, allowing seamless operation as a long extension cable for your RS-232 devices.

Technical Details of the Product

• Maximum Distance: Up to 4000 feet
• Maximum Speed: 250 Kbps
• Connector Type: DB9 Female (local unit), DB9 Male (remote unit)
• Isolation Voltage: 1000 VDC
• Interface: RS-232
• Handshake Signals Supported: TXD, RXD, RTS, CTS
• Configuration: No user-configurable settings; pure hardware solution

How to Install

Installing the Black Box Async RS232 Extender is straightforward. Follow these steps for a successful setup:

1. Connect the local unit's DB9 female connector to your sending RS-232 device.
2. Use a standard CATx cable to connect the local unit to the remote unit.
3. Connect the remote unit's DB9 male connector to your receiving RS-232 device.
4. Ensure all connections are secure, and power on your devices.
5. The setup is now complete, and you can begin transferring data without any further configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What distance can the RS232 Extender cover? The device can extend RS-232 connections up to 4000 feet using standard CATx cables.
• Is there any software required for installation? No, the Black Box Async RS232 Extender is a plug-and-play device that requires no software installation or configuration.
• What kind of cables can I use with this product? You can use standard CAT5e or CAT6 cables to connect the local and remote units.
• Can I use this extender in a noisy electrical environment? Yes, the 1000-VDC optical isolation ensures that your devices are protected from electrical interference.
• What devices can I connect with this extender? You can connect any RS-232 compliant devices, including computers, printers, and other peripherals.