COM-97640-0

Versatile Serial Connectivity - Achieve Total Compatibility with Custom Applications

The Latest in 16550 Technology - From the Inventors of the Multiport Serial Card Break free from legacy ISA - based 550 technology Integrate with any standard or custom application easily Eliminate support costs - proven reliability Deliver superior connectivity solutions at an affordable cost Install quickly

When you find that you have more serial devices than ports, RocketPort® 550 offers a quick, cost-effective solution. Each RocketPort 550 card adds 4 to 16 COM ports to your PC using only a single PCI slot and one IRQ. The Comtrol RocketPort 550 family of multiport cards makes serial connectivity more powerful, reliable, easier to use, and more cost effective than any other 16550-based controller available today. RocketPort 550 performance capabilities make it ideal for peripheral control applications such as data acquisition, point-of-sale, and factory-floor automation, as well as remote network access and Internet access.

The RocketPort 550 family delivers traditional RocketPort performance and reliability in a 16550 UART-based serial card, for seamless integration with your off-the-shelf or custom software programs. By utilizing a state-of-the-art serial I/O ASIC, the RocketPort 550 provides an affordable serial expansion solution that delivers the highest performance and reliability through industry-standard 16550 UART technology.

Product Highlights:

• DOS sample code for upgrading legacy applications from outdated 16550 ISA card to RocketPort 550 PCI serial cards
• Easy installation, no jumpers or switch settings required
• Proven reliability
• Robust operating system support
• Available in RJ45, RJ11, DB9, and DB25 models supporting from 4 to 16 ports
• Enhanced 16550 UARTs capable of the highest data rates
• Backed by Comtrol with a 5-year limited warranty and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee

Specification

Hardware Specifications
Number of Cards/System:		up to 4
Number of Ports/Card:		from 4 to 16
Interrupts:		1
Baud Rate:		50 - 230.4 Kbps*
Device Driver Control:	Data Bits:	5, 6, 7 or 8
	Parity:	Odd, Even, None, Mark or Space
	Stop Bits:	1, 1.5, 2
Interfaces
Bus Interface:		PCI
Communications Interface:		RS-232, RS-422**
Interface Connector Type:		DB9, DB25, RJ11, RJ45**
Conditions
Heat Output:		4.8 to 12.2 BTU/hr**
Operating Temperature:		0 to 40°C
Storage Temperature:		-20 to 85°C
Altitude:		0 to 10,000 ft
Mean Time Between Failure:		Greater than 30 yrs
Humidity (Non-Condensing):	System On:	8% to 80%
	System Off:	20% to 80%
Physical Specifications
Dimensions:		3.7" - 4.2" x 4.78"**
Weight (card Only):		2.6 oz - 3.3 oz**
Current
+5 VDC		190 mA - 300 mA**
+12 VDC		20 mA - 120 mA**
-12 VDC		20 mA - 120 mA**
Agenc Approvals
FCC Part 15 Class A
Product Safety UL Recognized
European EMC Requirements
CE
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 9x
Windows NT
Windows 2000
Linux
Common Applications Include
Automatic Data Collection
Industrial Control and Monitoring
Material Handling
CNC & DNC
Hospitality
Retail POS
Remote Access
Fax Servers
Kiosk & ATM
Much More!