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ES-357 ETHERNET TO SERIAL DEVICE SERVER
Ethernet 1 Port RS232 + 1 Port RS422/485
Connect, Configure, control your serial devices
Features
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2 port RS232 + RS422/485
Max baud rate 1,000,000 (1 MegaBaud)
10/100Base TX Ethernet port
User friendly interface, simple to use, powerful in operation
Web configuration and RFC2217 compliant interface for non-Windows
users
IP-30 rated enclosure
LED status indication
Optional DIN rail mounting kit
Serial Port Tunneling (individually configurable) allows serial cable
replacement over any distance, no software required
Simple operation for each and every operating system!
Description
Ethernet to Serial device server providing access to one RS232 and one RS422/485 serial port. Data transfer rates up to 1,000,000 baud, coupled
with 1Mbit/s line drivers deliver uncompromising performance. Our ES range provides simple instant networked serial ports. RS485 - 1 twisted pair half duplex configuration with autogating provides trouble free data transmission due to automatic control of data direction. A web interface allows
secure configuration and control of the serial ports over a local network or the internet using any browser. For Windows our in-house designed
(32 bit and 64 bit) driver gives you local COM ports, retaining existing software applications and allowing you to connect across your network to
remote devices just as if they were attached locally. You can access the device via TCP/IP sockets from any networked device like an Android tablet,
PC or phone. Serial Port Tunneling (individually configurable) allows serial cable replacement over any distance, no software required. On Windows
OS TCP/IP sockets are handled by the Winsock API, this will differ on other OSs.
Windows Users - Our software drivers gives you local COM ports, allowing you to retain your existing software applications and connect to your
devices over the network. COM Port can be assigned from COM1 to COM255 and the Brainboxes Ethernet to serial device remembers your COM
Port assignment on reboots.
Web Interface Users (Linux/Apple OS/Android) - Alternatively access the device via TCP/IP socket from any networked device. Configure options
via web interface.
Extend your reach! Remote serial devices with local control. With Brainboxes industry renowned Lifetime Warranty and Lifetime Support!
Example Application
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Box Information
LED Information
Status LED
Serial Port LEDs
Network LED
Green
Device Ready
Flashing Yellow
Changing Settings
Flashing between Red & Green
Querying IP
Flashing Green/Red
User performing Hard Reset
Flashing between Green & Red/Yellow
IP address diagnostic
Flashing between Green & Yellow
Initialization diagnostic
Green light on
Port Open
Flashing Green
Data RX / TX
Green light on
Link Established
Flashing Green
Data RX / TX
Port
Ports
2 port RS232 + RS422/485
Connector
Screw terminal block connector - 0.1 inch pitch
Power Input
5 - 30V DC input, reverse polarity protected
Power Consumption
1.8W Max / 1.0W Typical
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Port Settings - RS232 + RS422/485
Baud Rate
From 110 - 1,000,000 (1 MegaBaud)
Data Bits
5,6,7 or 8
Parity
Odd, Even, None, Mark or Space
Stop Bits
1 or 2
Flow Control
RTS/CTS, DSR/DTR, XON/XOFF
Tx/Rx Modes
Point to Point (RS232), Full Duplex, Half Duplex Autogating, Hardware Autogating, TxD always/ RTS true
enabled, RxD always enabled, RxD RTS true disabled, CTS forced true (RS422/485)
Standards Available with
Screw Terminals Versions
RS232 Standard: RS232 allows point to point communication between 2 devices.
RS422 Standard: RS422 allows one transmitter and up to 10 receivers with data transmitter rates up to 10
megabits per second for distances up to 40 feet and up to 100 Kilobits per second for distances up to 4,000
feet (1219 metres).
To achieve good long distance noise immunity, 2 wires are used to carry each signal, configured as a twisted
pair of cables. The TXD pair and RXD pair are used to carry the data whilst the RTS pair and CTS pair lines are
used for handshaking. Thus 2 twisted pairs are used without handshaking and 4 twisted pair cable is used with
handshaking both these schemes allow full duplex data communications.
RS485 Standard: RS485, based on the RS422 standard allows up to 32 driver/receivers pairs on a standard
load or 128 low load devices per port can be connected. Whilst only one of these should be transmitting data
at any time, the rest can all simultaneously listen to the data. Handshaking is performed by software protocol.
Two twisted pairs form a full duplex system.
Often only one twisted pair cable is used as the TXD and RXD lines are tied together; this is known as
half duplex mode. Brainboxes RS422/485 products implement a state of the art hardware autogating circuit
ensuring error free communications in half duplex configurations.
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ES-020 : RS232
ES-031 : RS422/485
ES-057 : RS232 +
RS422/485
Port Settings - Ethernet
Data Rate
10/100 Mega bits/second
Cabling
Normal / Crossover auto-sensing (Auto-MDIX)
Environmental
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Operating Temperature
0 to 55 c
Storage Temperature
-20 to 85 c
Ambient Relative Humidity
5 to 95% (non-condensing)
Housing
IP-30 rated case
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Software
Network Protocols
ICMP, IP, TCP, UDP, DHCP, BOOTP, Telnet, HTTP, RFC2217
Configuration Options
Windows Utility, Web Interface
OS Compatibility
Microsoft Windows 7 32 bit & 64 bit Editions / Windows Server 2008 32 bit & 64 bit Editions / Windows
Vista 32 bit & 64 bit Editions / Windows Server 2003 32 bit & 64 bit Editions / Windows XP 32 bit & 64 bit
Editions / Microsoft Windows 2000 /Fully RFC2217 compliant / Interface for other OS’s & Linux
Connection to Network
Ethernet 10BaseT / 100BaseTX
Approvals
Industry Approvals
AEO (C-TPAT) Microsoft Certified Gold Partner WEEE RoHS EMC: CE TAA
Microsoft Approvals
Microsoft Certified Gold Partner
Microsoft Signed Drivers
Windows 7 32 bit & 64 bit Editions
Windows Vista 32 bit & 64 bit editions
Windows XP 32 bit & 64 bit editions
Windows 2000
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Packing Information
Packaging
Installation CD including manual, Microsoft signed drivers & utilities
Device
Ethernet 1 Port RS232 + 1 Port RS422/485
Accessory Items
Global Power Supply - PW-600 DIN-Rail Mounting Kit - MK-048
Packaged Weight
0.33 kg, 0.73 pounds
Packaged Dims
150(l) x 145(w) x 40(h) mm, 5.91(l) x 5.71(w) x 1.57(h) inches
Product Support
Warranty
Lifetime - online registration required
Support
Lifetime Web, Email and Phone Support from fully qualified, friendly staff who
work in and alongside the Product Development Team
Additional Information
OEM option
Available for bulk buy OEM
Made In
Manufactured in the UK by Brainboxes Winner 2005 European Electronics Industry Awards
‘Manufacturer of the Year’
Customisable
Brainboxes operate a ‘Perfect Fit Custom Design’ policy for volume users. More info:
sales@brainboxes.com
Accessory Items
ORDER CODE - DIN-Rail Mounting Kit - MK-048
ORDER CODE - Global Power Supply - PW-600
Brainboxes Ethernet to Serial Range
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