Protocol Converters/Repeaters

USB-485 Communication Interface

The USB-485 Communication Interface is a protocol converter used to connect a PC's USB port to the RS-485 input on your Kantech controller KT-100/ KT-200/ KT-300. The maximum bus length is 1,200 m (4,000 ft) when using an Ethernet Grade 3, unshielded, two twisted pair cable (Belden # 1227A recommended).

• Converts USB to RS-485
• Supports Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP
• Supports up to 32 Kantech controllers
• Powered by USB port

VC-485 Multi-Function Communication Interface

The VC-485 Communication Interface is an RS-232/RS-485 protocol converter primarily used to connect a PC to a KT-100/ KT-200/ KT-300 controller. The maximum bus length is 5 km (18,000 ft, when line repeater is used) and 1,200 m (4,000 ft) for EntraPass when using Ethernet Grade 3, unshielded, two twisted pair cable (Belden # 1227A recommended). Two VC-485's may be connected back-to-back to be used as a line repeater in order to extend the RS-485 communications bus.

• Converts RS-232 to RS-485
• Supports up to 32 Kantech controllers
• Powered by 5 VDC or 12 VDC

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