tDS-718-T: Tiny (1x RS-232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet Device Server
tDS-718i-T: Tiny (1x Isolated RS-232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet Device Server

   

Introduction:

The tDS-718(i)-T is a Serial-to-Ethernet device server that is designed to add Ethernet and Internet connectivity to any RS-232/422/485 devices, and to eliminate the cable length limitation of legacy serial communication. It can be easily used for remote controlling of your serial devices through Ethernet network.

By using the VxComm Driver/Utility, the built-in COM port of the tDS-718(i)-T can be virtualized to a standard PC COM port in Windows. For most serial devices don't have network ports; tDS-718(i)-T turns those devices being able to be connected to the network. Therefore, users can transparently access or monitor serial devices over the Internet/Ethernet without software modification.

The tDS-718i-T also adds 3000 VDC isolation and +/-4 kV ESD protection component that diverts the potentially damaging charge away from sensitive circuit to protect the module and equipment from a sudden or momentary electric current.

 

“VxComm Driver/ Utility”

The VxComm Driver/Utility supports the most popular operating system in the world, including 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 10/8/7/2008/2003/XP. The virtual COM works transparently and is protocol independent, enabling perfect integration with your current central computer. The utility provides an easy configuration interface that can be used to quickly create and map virtual COM ports to one or several tDS-718(i)-T series modules. In addition, the utility contains a built-in terminal program, so users can send/receive command/data via the terminal program for basic testing.


 

“ESD Protection” & “Frame Ground”:

The tDS-718(i)-T series offer TVS diode ESD protection technology, protecting your system from being damaged by the unexpected surge voltage.



How does TVS diode work?
Under normal operating conditions, the TVS diode presents high impedance (appears as an open circuit) to the protected component. When the voltage exceeds the limits, the TVS diode avalanches and provides a low impedance path for the transient current. As a result, the transient current is diverted away from the protected components and shunted through the TVS diode. The device returns to a high impedance state after the transient threat passes.

 

Features:

• Incorporates Serial Devices in an Ethernet network
• 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet
• Virtual COM driver for 32/64-bit Microsoft Windows XP/2003/2008/7/8/10
• Watchdog Timer Suitable for Use in Harsh Environments
• 3000 VDC Isolation and +/-4 kV ESD protection
• "Virtual COM" Extends the COM Port number on PC.
• Supports TCP, UDP, HTTP, DHCP, BOOTP and TFTP protocol
• Supports UDP responder for device discovery
• Allows easy firmware updates via the Ethernet
• DC terminal block
   

For more information, please visit the tDS-700 series web site.