Parallax has designed a USB to Serial (RS-232) adapter that is compact and economical to provide a Virtual Com Port for all of our products that have a DB9 (9-pin) serial connector.

Updated FTDI USB drivers for Windows are included in the latest versions of the BASIC Stamp Editor, Propeller Tool, and SX-Key IDE software packages. You may also download the Windows drivers separately from our site, or drivers for other operating systems directly from FTDI (see the Downloads section below).

Features:

• USB Version 1.1 and 2.0 compatible
• Connects to your computer with a USB A to Mini-B cable (not included)
• DB9 male socket to connect to your board's serial programming and debugging port
• FTDI Drivers for most Windows PC operating systems are included with Parallax programming environment software
• Drivers for different operating systems are available from FTDI chip (see Downloads below)

Easy to Use:

• Install one of these Parallax programming environments (BASIC Stamp Editor, Propeller Tool, SX-Key IDE).
• Or, download the USB drivers separately from the links below
• Connect the USB to Serial Adapter to your PC with a USB A to Mini B cable
• A message from your system tray will say your hardware is installed and ready to use (Windows)
• Connect the adapter to your device's DB9 connector

Key Specifications:

• Power requirements: Regulated 5 V from USB port or powered hub.
• Communication: Full speed USB, full duplex serial from 300 baud to 3 Mbaud.
• Dimensions: 1.7 x 1.2 x 0.5 in (51 x 16 x 12 mm)
• Operating temp range: +32 to +158 °F (0 to +70 °C)
• Made in USA

Downloads & Resources:

• USB VCP Drivers for most Windows PCs
• USB VCP Drivers for other OS, at FTDI (Off Site)

Package Includes:

• 1 x USB to Serial (RS-232) Adapter