APCI-SER4
2192-09100-000-000
J592 APCI-SER4
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Introduction
The APCI-SER4 is a 32-bit PCI local bus board which provides 4 channels of RS232/422/485 serial
communications. It utilises two 85230 Enhanced serial communication controllers. Each channel can
be independently configured for asynchronous or synchronous protocols, baud rate and signalling
standards. The board supports communication speeds of up to 115kbaud (asynchronous) and
1.8Mbaud (synchronously).
All serial channel signals are routed to a 50 way D-type connector.
Features
4 Serial Communications Channels
Powerful and versatile 85230 Enhanced Serial Communications controllers
RS232, RS485 and RS422 signal levels supported
Transmit and Receive FIFOs
Interrupt facility
Board Access LED (RED)
User LED (GREEN)
Industry Standard I/O via 50 way D-type
PCI 2.1 Compatible Bus Interface
Plug and Play software compatible
CE Compliant design
Operating temperature range 0 to +70C
Power Consumption 250mA@+5V, 70mA@+12, 60mA@-12V
MTBF: 350,014 hours (using generic figures from MIL-HDBK-217F at ground benign)
Getting Started
Power down your PC system.
Install the board in a spare PCI Slot (See Installation for CE compliance).
Power up system with MSDOS.
Run APCI.EXE (supplied on the utility disk), this will search for the board and check I/O access. If
this fails, check board is correctly located.
Warning
This board contains CCM
MO
OSS devices which may be damaged by static electricity. Please ensure anti-
static precautions are taken at all times when handling this board. If for any reason this board is
returned to Arcom Control Systems, please ensure it is adequately packed to prevent damage during
shipment.
