Brainboxes PM-120 PCMCIA RS422/485 Serial Card

The Brainboxes PM-120 is a PCMCIA Type II card that provides a single RS422/485 serial communication port, designed to enhance serial connectivity for laptops and other devices equipped with PCMCIA slots. It features a 128-byte transmit (Tx) FIFO and a 128-byte receive (Rx) FIFO, utilizing a Brainboxes 16PCI950+ UART that is backward compatible with 16750, 16550, and 16450 standards, while also supporting an enhanced 950 mode. This card supports data transfer rates of up to 921,600 baud, with line drivers capable of 1Mbit/s, ensuring solid performance. The PM-120 includes a detachable, fully wired, molded cable with a 9-pin male (DB9) connector for external serial devices. For electrical protection, the card incorporates on-board Zener diodes and transient spike protection, safeguarding against noise and electrical surges. Its construction involves a 4-layer Printed Circuit Board (PCB) for enhanced signal integrity and EMC shielding. The PCMCIA card is compliant with the PC Card Standard-February 1995. ### Technical Specifications * **Host Interface:** PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) Type II
* **Serial Port:** 1 x RS422/485
* **UART:** Brainboxes 16PCI950+ * **Compatibility:** 16750, 16550, 16450, and enhanced 950 modes
* **FIFO Buffer Size:** * Transmit (Tx): 128 bytes * Receive (Rx): 128 bytes
* **Maximum Baud Rate:** 921,600 baud
* **Line Driver Speed:** 1 Mbit/s
* **Connector:** 9-pin male (DB9) via detachable cable
* **Supported Serial Modes:** * **RS422:** Supports one transmitter and up to 10 receivers. Data rates up to 10 Mbits/sec for distances up to 40 feet (12m), and up to 100 Kbits/sec for distances up to 4000 feet (1219m). Requires a 120-ohm terminating resistor at the receiving end of the line. * **RS485:** Supports half-duplex communication with automatic hardware flow control. Can accommodate up to 32 transmitters/receivers in half-duplex mode.
* **Electrical Protection:** * On-board Zener diodes * Transient spike protection
* **PCB Layers:** 4 layers (including dedicated power and ground layers for EMC shielding and signal integrity)
* **Power Consumption:** * 100mA @ 5V * 130 mA @ 5V
* **Physical Dimensions:** * Width: 2.1 inches (approx. 54 mm) * Length: 3.4 inches (approx. 85 mm) * Height: 0.2 inches (approx. 5 mm) * Weight: 0.026 kg (approx. 2.36 oz)
* **Packaged Dimensions:** 160mm (length) x 135mm (width) x 49mm (height)
* **Packaged Weight:** 0.183 kg
* **Environmental Compliance:** RoHS, WEEE
* **Operating Distance:** Up to 4000 ft (1200 meters) for RS422/485 standard ### Compatibility * **Operating Systems:** * Microsoft Windows 7 (32-bit & 64-bit) * Windows Vista (32-bit & 64-bit) * Windows XP (32-bit & 64-bit) * Windows Server 2003 (32-bit & 64-bit) * Windows 2000 * Windows Me * Windows 98 * Windows 95 * Windows CE (up to 115,200 baud)
* **PCMCIA Standard:** PC Card Standard-February 1995 compliant
* **UART Compatibility:** 16750, 16550, 16450, and enhanced 950 modes ### Interfaces * **Host Interface:** PCMCIA
* **Serial Interface:** 1 x RS422/485
* **External Connector:** 1 x DB9 Male (via detachable cable) ### Software and Drivers * Microsoft signed drivers are provided for Windows 7, Vista, XP, and Server 2003 operating systems, ensuring easy installation and solid operation.
* Fully tested drivers are also available for Windows Me, 98, 95, and CE.
* The product includes full documentation, a troubleshooting guide, and terminal software.
* Detailed sample source code for various programming languages is available. ### Physical Characteristics * **Form Factor:** PCMCIA Type II Card
* **Dimensions:** 85mm (length) x 54mm (width) x 5mm (height)
* **Weight:** 0.026 kg
* **Cable:** Detachable, fully wired, molded cable with a DB9 Male connector. Why Choose Aumictech for the Brainboxes PM-120 PCMCIA Card?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying industrial communication hardware. Whether you need to add a reliable RS422/485 serial port to a legacy system, ensure seamless data transfer in demanding environments, or integrate specialized communication interfaces into your existing infrastructure, our team ensures the Brainboxes PM-120 delivers maximum performance for your application.