The DEVICE MASTER CONTROL RTS 16-PORT is a 16-port device server that network-enables serial communications devices, extending COM and TTY ports across Ethernet networks and the internet. It integrates legacy serial equipment into modern network infrastructures without requiring device-side software modifications. The unit operates as a point-to-point serial tunnel using TCP or UDP socket connections, enabling data transfer between two units regardless of physical location. Software-selectable RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 interfaces support native COM, TTY, or TCP/IP socket communication modes. Enhanced security includes SSL & SSH management and SSL serial data stream encryption.
Technical Specifications
Processor & Memory: ARM7 processor running at 44 MHz with 8 MB RAM and 4 MB Flash Memory.
Serial & Ethernet Interfaces: 16 serial ports with dual 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports (10 and 100 Mbit/s data rates). Connection via RJ45.
Electrical: Device power requirements 9 to 30 VDC. Rackmount versions accept 90–264 V AC input with internal power supply and US/Euro cords. Surge protection rated at 15 kV.
Physical: Dimensions 292 x 140 x 38 mm; weight 2.25 lbs. Rugged metal enclosure with DIN rail and 1U rack mount options. Status, Ethernet Link/Activity, Collision, 100 MB Ethernet, and per-port RX/TX LED indicators.
Environmental: Operating temperature –20°C to 60°C (extended rackmount rating –37°C to 74°C). Immunity per EN55024, EN61000-4-2, and EN61000-4-3.
– Key Features
• Software-selectable serial interface modes: RS-232, RS-422, RS-485
• Point-to-point serial tunneling via TCP/UDP over Ethernet
• Dual 10/100 Base-T Ethernet ports for network redundancy
• 15 kV surge protection
• SSL encryption for secure serial data streams
• Built-in power supply with wide input voltage range
• Compact rackmount enclosure (1U)
– Typical Applications
• Legacy serial device integration into modern Ethernet networks
• Remote access to COM/TTY ports across distributed locations
• Serial equipment networking without host software modification
• Secure tunneling of industrial control device communications
– Compatibility & Integration
Supports native COM, TTY, and TCP/IP socket communication protocols. Compatible with standard Ethernet infrastructure. 10/100Base-T(X) cabling.
