Features
- Eight or four-port Universal PCI serial communication card
- Supports field selectable RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 (2-wire and 4-wire) protocols
- Includes type 16L788 octal UART with 64-Byte FIFO buffers in all modes
- Speeds up to 921Kbps
- Meets MD2 Low Profile PCI Bus Specification
- Universal PCI, PCI-X, 3.3V and 5V compatible (Call for PCI-Express availability)
- Includes cable (no external breakout box required)
- RS-232 only versions also available

Communications Interface
- I/O Connections: Via a 68-pin, shielded, VHDCI connector. There are 9 pins per port including common grounds. All RS-232 signals are supported and present at the DB-9 connectors
- Cable: Breakout Cable from VHDCI Connector is secured to card using jack screws, with a DB9 connectors provided for each port.
- Character Length: 5,6,7, or 8 bits.
- Parity: Even, odd, or none.
- Stop Interval: 1, 1.5, or 2 bits.
- Serial Data Rates: Up to 115,200 baud, asynchronous. A faster range of rates, up to 921K baud, is achieved by jumper selection on the card prior to installation.
- Multidrop: Compatible with RS-485 specifications. Up to 32 drivers and receivers allowed on line. Driver/Receivers used are type SP491.
- Rec.Input Sensitivity: ±200 mV differential input.
- Common Mode Voltage Range: +12V to -7V.
- Transmitter Output Drive Capability: 60 mA with thermal shutdown.
Environmental
- Operating Temperature Range: 0 to +60OC.
- Storage Temperature Range: -50 to +120OC.
- Humidity: 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing.
- Power Required: +5 VDC at 200 mA typical, 1300 mW total power consumption.
- Size: 6.6" long (167.64mm) by 2.21" tall (56.17mm) seated height.
Regulatory Compliance
- This product is in full compliance with CE requirements.




