Sealevel Systems Introduces Industry's First 16-Port RS-485 PC/104 Module.LIBERTY, S.C. -- Targeting serial intensive embedded applications, Sealevel Systems, Inc. has introduced the SIO-104+16.485, the industry's first PC/104 module offering 16 RS-485 ports. Designed to meet the core needs of PC/104 applications requiring high reliability, small size, and long-term availability, the board is perfect for a wide variety of military, commercial, and industrial applications. The SIO-104+16.485 conforms strictly to PC/104 specifications and includes UARTs with 128-byte FIFOs for fast, error-free communication up to 921.6K bps. To simplify RS-485 communication, the board automatically handles the RS-485 driver enable, allowing the RS-485 ports to be viewed by the operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. as standard COM ports. Interface is accomplished via a 40-pin header connector. Breakout cables and other helpful accessories are available to facilitate rapid implementation. SIO-104+16.485 boards ship with Sealevel Systems' SeaCOM suite of Windows(R) 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP drivers, and a Windows(R) CE .NET 5.0 driver is also available. WinSSD, a full-featured application providing powerful testing and diagnostic capabilities, is included to assist in development and troubleshooting. Use WinSSD for BERT (Bit Error Rate Test) An analysis of network transmission efficiency that computes the percentage of bits received in error from the total number sent. (Bit Error Rate Testing), throughput monitoring, loopback tests, and transmitting test pattern messages. In addition to Windows drivers and utilities, SeaCOM includes application notes and technical details to simplify installations in LINUX(R), QNX A multiuser, multitasking, real time operating system for PCs from QNX Software Systems, Ltd., Ottawa, Ontario (www.qnx.com), that is noted for its low-memory requirement and rapid response. Similar to Unix, it has been in use since the early 1980s. (R), and DOS. SIO-104+16.485 modules, part number 3562, are $349 each in low volume quantities. Standard operating temperature range is 0(degree)C - 70(degree)C, with an extended temperature range model offering -40(degree)C - +85(degree)C. Availability is from stock, and like all Sealevel I/O (Input/Output) The transfer of data between the CPU and a peripheral device. Every transfer is an output from one device and an input to another. See PC input/output. I/O - Input/Output products, SIO-104+16.485 boards are backed by a lifetime warranty. Sealevel Systems, founded in 1986, provides communications and I/O solutions for multiple platforms Refers to two or more operating environments, which typically include the CPU family and operating system. For example, if versions of a program run on Windows and the Macintosh, the software is said to support multiple platforms. including PCI Bus PCI bus - Peripheral Component Interconnect , ISA Bus, Ethernet serial servers, USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. serial adapters, PCMCIA cards, and PC/104 modules. Their product line includes multi-port RS-232, RS-422/485, RS-232/422/485 multi-interface high-speed sync/async, and digital/relay I/O. The company is known for its ability to customize products to meet customers' unique application needs. |
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