Reliable communication for inverter configuration, parameter setting, monitoring and industrial maintenance.
This USB to RJ45 RS485 communication cable is designed for compatible LS / LSLV M100 and G100 frequency inverters. Featuring the reliable FTDI FT232RL chipset, it converts a computer USB interface into RS485 serial communication for convenient connection to compatible inverter communication ports.
Ideal for engineers, technicians, system integrators, maintenance personnel and industrial automation applications.
Built with the proven FTDI FT232RL USB serial controller, providing stable USB communication, reliable driver support and consistent performance for professional industrial applications.
Converts the computer's USB interface to RS485 serial communication, allowing convenient connection between a PC/laptop and compatible frequency inverter.
Specially configured for compatible:
LS / LSLV M100 Frequency Inverter
LS / LSLV G100 Frequency Inverter
The RJ45 connector is wired for the intended inverter communication application.
The integrated RJ45 8P8C connector provides a convenient and secure connection to the compatible communication interface of the inverter.
Designed for inverter configuration, commissioning, diagnostics and maintenance where dependable serial communication is important.
USB Type-A connects to your computer, while the RJ45 end connects to the compatible inverter communication port. No separate USB-to-RS485 converter and additional patch cable are required.
Available cable lengths:
0.5m/1m / 1.8m / 3m/5m
Choose the suitable length according to your control cabinet, workstation or installation environment.
Suitable for:
Inverter parameter configuration
Frequency inverter commissioning
RS485 serial communication
PC-to-inverter communication
Industrial equipment diagnostics
Equipment maintenance
Automation system setup
Engineering and service applications
Product Type: USB to RJ45 RS485 Serial Communication Cable
USB Chipset: FTDI FT232RL
Computer Interface: USB Type-A Male
Device Connector: RJ45 8P8C
Communication Standard: RS485
Compatible Series: LS / LSLV M100, G100
Cable Color: Black
Available Length: 0.5m/1m / 1.8m / 3m/5m
Application: Communication / Configuration / Programming / Maintenance
Package Quantity: 1 × USB to RJ45 RS485 Cable
PC / Laptop USB Port
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FTDI FT232RL USB Interface
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RS485 Serial Conversion
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RJ45 Communication Connector
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LS / LSLV M100 or G100 Frequency Inverter
A simple cable solution for connecting compatible inverter equipment to a computer.
Reliable FTDI-based USB serial conversion for stable communication and broad computer compatibility.
Designed specifically around compatible LS LSLV M100/G100 inverter communication requirements, instead of being a generic Ethernet cable.
USB conversion electronics are integrated into the cable, reducing additional adapters and connection points.
Quality cable jacket and molded connectors help provide reliable performance for engineering, workshop and industrial environments.
Easy to carry and suitable for commissioning, troubleshooting and maintenance work.
This is an RS485 serial communication cable. It is NOT a standard USB-to-Ethernet network cable.
The RJ45 connector is used as a serial communication connector and should not be connected to ordinary Ethernet/network equipment unless the equipment documentation specifically confirms compatibility.
Please check your inverter model, communication interface and pin assignment before ordering.
Different inverter models may use the same RJ45 connector with different internal pin assignments. A physically matching connector does not automatically mean electrical compatibility.
Designed for compatible models in the:
LS / LSLV M100 Series
LS / LSLV G100 Series
If you are unsure whether your inverter is compatible, please provide the exact inverter model number and a clear photo of the communication port before ordering.
1 × FTDI FT232RL USB to RJ45 RS485 Serial Communication Cable
Inverter and computer shown in application examples are not included.
About FT232RL
The FT232R is the latest device to be added to FTDI?s range of USB UART interface Integrated Circuit Devices. The FT232R is a USB to serial UART interface with optional clock generator output, and the new FTDIChip-ID? security dongle feature. In addition, asynchronous and synchronous bit bang interface modes are available. USB to serial designs using the FT232R have been further simplified by fully integrating the external EEPROM, clock circuit and USB resistors onto the device.
The FT232R adds two new functions compared with its predecessors, effectively making it a "3-in-1" chip for some application areas. The internally generated clock (6MHz, 12MHz, 24MHz, and 48MHz) can be brought out of the device and used to drive a microcontroller or external logic. A unique number (the FTDIChip-ID?) is burnt into the device during manufacture and is readable over USB, thus forming the basis of a security dongle which can be used to protect customer application software from being copied.
Single chip USB to asynchronous serial data transfer interface.
Entire USB protocol handled on the chip - No USB-specific firmware programming required.
UART interface support for 7 or 8 data bits, 1 or 2 stop bits and odd / even / mark / space / no parity.
Fully assisted hardware or X-On / X-Off software handshaking.
Data transfer rates from 300 baud to 3 Megabaud (RS422 / RS485 and at TTL levels) and 300 baud to 1 Megabaud (RS232).
In-built support for event characters and line break condition.
New USB FTDIChip-ID? feature.
New configurable CBUS I/O pins.
Auto transmit buffer control for RS485 applications.
Transmit and receive LED drive signals.
New 48MHz, 24MHz,12MHz, and 6MHz clock output signal Options for driving external MCU or FPGA.
FIFO receive and transmit buffers for high data throughput.
256 Byte receive buffer and 128 Byte transmit buffer utilising buffer smoothing technology to allow for high data throughput.
Adjustable receive buffer timeout.
Synchronous and asynchronous bit bang mode interface options with RD# and WR# strobes.
New CBUS bit bang mode option.
Integrated 1024 bit internal EEPROM for I/O configuration and storing USB VID, PID, serial number and product description strings.
Device supplied preprogrammed with unique USB serial number.
Support for USB suspend / resume.
Support for bus powered, self powered, and high-power bus powered USB configurations.
Integrated 3.3V level converter for USB I/O .
Integrated level converter on UART and CBUS for interfacing to 5V - 1.8V Logic.
True 5V / 3.3V / 2.8V / 1.8V CMOS drive output and TTL input.
High I/O pin output drive option.
Integrated USB resistors.
Integrated power-on-reset circuit.
Fully integrated clock - no external crystal, oscillator, or resonator required.
Fully integrated AVCC supply filtering - No separate AVCC pin and no external R-C filter required.
UART signal inversion option.
USB bulk transfer mode.
3.3V to 5.25V Single Supply Operation.
Low operating and USB suspend current.
Low USB bandwidth consumption.
UHCI / OHCI / EHCI host controller compatible.
USB 2.0 Full Speed compatible.
-40°C to 85°C extended operating temperature range.
Drivers are available which allow FTDI devices to work with the following operating systems:
Windows 10
Windows 8.1 x64
Windows 8
Windows 8 x64
Windows Server2012
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows 7
Windows 7 x64
Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2008 x64
Windows Vista
Windows Vista x64
Windows Server 2003
Windows Server 2003 x64
Windows XP
Windows XP x64
Windows ME
Windows 98
Linux
Mac OS X
Mac OS 9
Mac OS 8
Windows CE.NET (Version 4.2 and greater)
Android
Windows RT
Support for WinCE7.0
Initial functional testing conducted by FTDI has shown that the FTDI drivers function as expected on Windows CE 7.0
Support for older versions of Windows Desktop
NOTE: Microsoft have ended support for certifying XP and VISTA through their WHCK test program. As such current builds will still work on XP and VISTA but are not Microsoft certified.
Differences in Driver API
For most of these operating systems two types of driver are available: Virtual COM Port (VCP) drivers and direct (D2XX) drivers. The VCP driver emulates a standard PC serial port such that the USB device may be communicated with as a standard RS232 device. The D2XX driver allows direct access to a USB device via a DLL interface.
To locate the drivers you want to install for a device, select which of the driver types you wish to use (VCPor D2XX) and then locate the appropriate operating systems. With the exception of Windows 98 and Windows ME, all devices are supported in each driver package.
If a VCP driver is required for Android please refer to the following application note: TN 132 Adding FTDI Devices VCP Driver Support to Android
