StarTech FTDI USB-A to RS232 DB9 Null Modem Serial Adapter Cable User Guide

FTDI USB-A to RS232 DB9 Null Modem Serial Adapter Cable

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Specifications:

• 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:

1. Verify that the drivers are installed by visiting the
   respective links for the latest drivers.

2. Download the appropriate Driver Package for your operating
   system.

3. Windows:

4. Extract the downloaded file contents.

5. Run the Setup file in the Windows folder.

6. Follow on-screen instructions to complete installation.

7. Connect the USB to Serial Adapter to an available USB-A
   port.

8. macOS:

9. Double-click the downloaded file.

10. Run the Installer file inside the folder matching your macOS
    version.

11. Follow on-screen instructions to complete installation.

12. 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:

1. 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.

2. 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
2
1
23

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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