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Related Reading:

Ethernet Moves Out of The Office   The first in a series of discussions about using Ethernet Technology for industrial applications

Merging Ethernet and Serial Technology   Explains how Serial Servers can allow you to easily connect RS-232/422/485 across a network.

Put Serial Ports on Your LAN  

Industrial Ethernet Basics   This simple five page paper lays it all out in black and white.

The Ethernet Buzzword Guide   Ethernet has a zillion buzzwords and plenty of strange abbreviations and acronyms. Demystify them with this guide.

The Serial Revolution: Establishing Global Access to Serial Ports   What you need to know to extend the life of your perfectly good Serial Equipment while taking advantage of your modern network.


By using an Ethernet to serial converter, you will:
• Have remote access to any serial device
• Ethernet-enable all of your serial equipment
• Reduce cabling costs

 

Home > Products > Ethernet > Ethernet Serial Device Servers > Ethernet Serial Device Servers > Vlinx Family of Serial Servers

 Ethernet Enable Your Serial Devices

3-D Product Tour

The Vlinx™ family of Ethernet Serial Servers transparently connects, configures, and communicates with serial devices over Ethernet using a single IP address. Available in 1, 2 and 4 port versions. Each model uses DB9 male serial connectors and supports RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485. Desktop, panel and DIN-mountable — Vlinx offers outstanding flexibility and value for industrial and commercial applications.

Operation Modes

  • Virtual COM port
  • TCP/IP socket and tunneling
  • UDP/IP communications

Heartbeat ensures reliable communications

In case of a power failure or loss of the Ethernet connection, the Vlinx Serial Server automatically reconnects the TCP data connection.

Intuitive management software

Vlinx software allows simple access to the Serial Server menu settings. Telnet and Console mode may also be used to configure the server.

Once Vlinx is connected to the LAN, just open the B&B management software and it will instantly search the LAN and display the Serial Servers found.

Applications

  • Industrial devices such as PLC's
  • Building / commercial / security
  • Traffic management
  • Retail / point of sale

New Features available on ESP901/902/904

  • Multiple TCP client connections
  • Software Configurable — control functionality remotely
    • Select RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 serial port settings
    • Remotely upgrade or restore to default settings
    • Manual and remote management of console mode
  • Built-in Web Server allows you to manage the Vlinx from a web browser anywhere on the LAN/WAN
  • Monitor Port — Use any PC on the LAN/WAN to actively view and troubleshoot the communications status

Specifications

  • Auto-detecting 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
  • Ports are software selectable for RS-232, 422 or 485
  • Enhanced temperature range: -10° to 80° C
  • Low latency/high throughput
  • Supports modem applications
  • Supports TCP Server, TCP Client, UDP, and virtual COM modes
  • Supports web and telnet consoles
  • LAN connections: 10/100 Mbps, RJ45: Serial: DB9 male
  • Power input: 12 VDC power jack (power supply included)
  • Dimensions: ESP901, ESP902: 3.4 x 4.5 x .9 in (8.5 x 11.5 x 2.3)
        ESP904: 7.3 x 4.2 x 1.1 in (18.4 x 11.1 x 2.9 cm)
  • DIN rail and panel mount options

 

Model No.
Description
Price
ESP902
One RS-232/422/485 Port, One RS-232 Port Vlinx Serial Server
One RS-232/422/485 Port, One RS-232 Port Vlinx Serial Server
Biasing Jumpers     Quick Start Guide     Datasheet     Dimensions Figure     Manual     Technical Notes     Firmware/Software     Photo     Accessory List  
 
$200.00

ESP904
Quad-Port Multi-Interface Ethernet Serial Server
Quad-Port Multi-Interface Ethernet Serial Server
Quick Start Guide     Biasing Jumpers     Datasheet     Manual     Technical Notes     Firmware/Software     Photo     Accessory List  
 
$400.00

ESP901
Single-port RS-232/422/485 Ethernet Serial Server
Single-port RS-232/422/485 Ethernet Serial Server
Quick Start Guide     Biasing Jumpers     Datasheet     Dimensions Figure     Manual     Technical Notes     Firmware/Software     Photo     Accessory List  
 
$150.00

 

 

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