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MICRO ASYNC TO SYNC CONVERTER
2. Introduction
2.1 Description
The Micro Async to Sync Converter gives asynchronous
hardware access to synchronous modems or
multiplexors. The Converter plugs directly into the
asynchronous RS-232 DTE port and connects via
RS-232 cable to the synchronous DCE device.
Drawing power from the RS-232 interface, the
Converter needs no AC power or batteries to operate
and supports data rates to 19.2 kbps. Because the
Converter automatically adjusts the synchronous data
rate to match the asynchronous DTE’s output rate, no
data-rate strapping is necessary. The Converter derives
clocking externally from the clock of the synchronous
DCE, and imposes no limit on data-block size.
Characters may be up to 11 bits long.
Measuring only 0.75"H x 2"W x 3.2"D (1.9 x 5.1 x 8.1
cm), the Converter is housed in a sturdy ABS plastic
case. It comes equipped with a DB25 male connector
and a DB25 female connector.
