StarTech FTDI USB-A to RS232 DB9 Null Modem Serial Adapter Cable User Guide
- August 30, 2024
- StarTech
Table of Contents
FTDI USB-A to RS232 DB9 Null Modem Serial Adapter Cable
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Specifications:
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Product: FTDI USB-A to RS232 DB9 Null Modem Serial Adapter
Cable – M/F -
Product ID: 1P3FFCNB-USB-SERIAL, 1P6FFCN-USB-SERIAL,
1P10FFCN-USB-SERIAL -
Package Contents: Serial Port DB9, DB9 Screws, LED Indicators,
USB Type A Port
Product Usage Instructions:
Installation:
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Verify that the drivers are installed by visiting the
respective links for the latest drivers. -
Download the appropriate Driver Package for your operating
system. -
Windows:
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Extract the downloaded file contents.
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Run the Setup file in the Windows folder.
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Follow on-screen instructions to complete installation.
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Connect the USB to Serial Adapter to an available USB-A
port. -
macOS:
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Double-click the downloaded file.
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Run the Installer file inside the folder matching your macOS
version. -
Follow on-screen instructions to complete installation.
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Connect the USB to Serial Adapter to an available USB-A
port.
Verify Driver Installation:
- Windows:
1. Navigate to Device Manager.
2. Under Ports (COM & LPT), confirm Driver installation.- macOS:
1. Navigate to System Information.
2. In Hardware section, click USB and confirm COM Port presence.
FAQ:
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Q: What is the warranty information for the
product?
A: The product is backed by a two-year warranty. For further
details, refer to www.startech.com/warranty. -
Q: Where can I find regulatory compliance
information?
A: The product complies with FCC – Part 15 and Industry Canada
regulations. For detailed statements, visit
www.startech.com/support.
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Quick-Start Guide
FTDI USB-A to RS232 DB9 Null Modem Serial Adapter Cable – M/F
Product ID
1P3FFCNB-USB-SERIAL 1P6FFCN-USB-SERIAL 1P10FFCN-USB-SERIAL
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1
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Package Contents
· USB to Serial Adapter x 1 · DB9 Nuts x 2 · Quick-Start Guide x 1
Requirements
· USB Type-A Enabled Computer x 1
For the latest drivers/software, product information, technical
specifications, and declarations of conformance, please visit:
www.StarTech.com/1P3FFCNB-USB-SERIAL www.StarTech.com/1P6FFCN-USB-SERIAL
www.StarTech.com/1P10FFCN-USB-SERIAL
4 Installation
Component
Function
1 Serial Port DB9 2 DB9 Screws
3 LED Indicators 4 USB Type A Port
· Connect to a Serial Peripheral Device
· Used to secure the Serial DB9 Port to the Serial Peripheral Device
· The included DB9 Nuts can be installed for compatibility with Serial
Peripheral Devices or Cables
· Data Receive LED: Flashes Green to indicate activity · Data Transmit LED:
Flashes Yellow to indicate activity · USB LED: Solid Blue to indicate driver
has been
installed, and USB connection enumerated
· Connect the USB to Serial Adapter to an available USB-A Port
Pinout Diagram
54321
9876
Pin RS-232
1
DCD
2
TXD
3
RXD
4
DSR
5
GND
6
DTR
7
CTS
8
RTS
9
RI
Install the Driver and Adapter
Note: Drivers should install automatically in most supported operating
systems. If they do not, please complete the following steps: 1. Navigate to:
b. www.StarTech.com/1P3FFCNB-USB-SERIAL c. www.StarTech.com/1P6FFCN-USB-SERIAL
d. www.StarTech.com/1P10FFCN-USB-SERIAL 5. Click the Drivers/Downloads tab. 6.
Under Driver(s), download the appropriate Driver Package for your operating
system.
Windows 1. Right-click the downloaded file and extract the contents with
Extract All. 2. Browse the Windows folder and run the Setup file. 3. Follow
the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
4. Connect the USB to Serial Adapter to an available USB-A port.
macOS 1. Double-click the downloaded file. 2. Open the folder that matches
your macOS Version and run the Installer file inside
the folder. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
4. Connect the USB to Serial Adapter to an available USB-A port.
To view manuals, FAQs, videos, drivers, downloads, technical drawings, and more, visit www.startech.com/support.
Manual Revision: April 18, 2024
Verify Driver Installation
Windows 1. Navigate to the Device Manager. 2. Under Ports (COM & LPT), right-
click COM Port and click Properties.
3. Confirm that the Driver is installed and working as expected.
macOS 1. Navigate to System Information. 2. Expand the Hardware section and
click USB. 3. Confirm that COM Port appears in the list.
Regulatory Compliance
FCC – Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
· Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil
numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. CAN
ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire
de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty. For further information on
product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to
www.startech.com/warranty.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP
(or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether
direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or
otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising
out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for
the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or
exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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