AMC NetPort II - New Generation Cost-Effective Ethernet to RS-232/RS-485/PoE Cable Adaptor

The latest generation Alpha Micro NetPort II is a 'plug-and-play' Serial-to-Ethernet cable adaptor, offering RS-232, RS-485 and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) options for rapid network and Internet enabling.

Alpha Micro Components' NetPort II is the latest generation of our successful 'plug-and-play' Serial-to-Ethernet cable adaptors that enable any device or machine with a serial port, to become network and Internet-enabled in an instant.

The external NetPort II adaptor features an integrated web server, allowing any device to which it is attached to be 'contacted' and monitored via a standard Internet browser. TCP/IP protocol stacks are embedded into the NetPort II, enabling it to operate within non-PC environments and the adaptor features a Modem Emulation Mode, allowing it to behave like a modem but communicate over TCP/IP.

Based upon the award winning Lantronix XPort device, the NetPort II can be integrated into a system with minimal set-up. A configuration utility is provided which allows quick and easy customisation to suit any network or serial device.

Virtual Comm Port drivers are provided to allow a NetPort II-connected device to communicate with existing software over TCP/IP (for Windows operating systems). Alternatively, 'direct socket' connection can be used.

NetPort II Features

  • Complete network connectivity solution
  • Integrated 10/100Mbps Ethernet port and serial cable
  • Complete Device Server application with full IP stack and Web server
  • Space saving form factor
  • Serial data rate of up to 921.6Kbps
  • 128/192/256-bit AES encryption
  • Flexible power options including Power-over-Ethernet (PoE)
  • Extended temperature range of -40°C to +85°C

Comprehensive development support is available from our team of experts so why not contact us?

Serial Interface

Modes

RS232, RS422* or RS485* ( 2 & 4 wire support)

*Available on NetPort II 485 & PoE models

Baud Rate

300bps to 921.6Kbps

Characters

7 or 8 data bits

Stop Bits

1 or 2

Parity

Odd, even, more

Control Signals

CTS/RTS (Hardware)

Flow Control

CTS/RTS, XON/XOFF

Serial Connectors

Single-port

DB9F (DCE pinned) or DB9M (via DTE pinned null modem

gender changer)

Ethernet Interface

Interface

10Base-T / 100Base-T (Auto-sensing)

Speed

10/100Mbps

Connector

RJ-45

Protocols

UDP, TCP, ARP, Telnet, ICMP, SNMP, DHCP, BOOTP, TFTP,

Auto IP, HTTP, Telnet Com Port Control

Visual

LED Indicators

Power/status, link, activity, serial RX  activity & TX activity

Processor

CPU

Based on DSTni-EX enhanced 16-bit x86 architecture

Memory

256KB SRAM, 1MB flash

Power Requirements

Input Voltage

5V at mini-USB-B jack

Input voltage

5 - 15VDC at DB9F pin 9

Power Consumption

1.3W max. w/o PoE, 2.0W max with PoE

Security

Encryption

128/192/256-bit AES encryption

Software

Software requirements

Windows XP/Vista/7 or 2003 Server/2008 Server

(32-bit & 64-bit versions)

DeviceInstaller™ configuration software

Com Port Redirector software

Related utilities

Configuration Options

Web browser, Telnet client, Serial terminal

Isolation & Protection

Serial Port

15KV ESD protection on RS232 and RS422/485 transceivers

Ethernet Port

1500VAC isolation shielded

PoE

1500VAC isolation

Environmental Limits

Operating Temperature*

Non-PoE models: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)

PoE models: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F)

*The operating temperature is the rating for the NetPort II.

The rating of the power supply used may affect the overall

operating temperature of the configuration.

Storage Temperature

-40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)

Relative Humidity

0% to 90% non-condensing

Form Factor

Dimensions

NetPort II only:

86.6mm(L) x 30mm(W) x 29mm(D)

NetPort II, cable and connector:

240mm(L) x 33mm(W) x 29mm(D)

Weight

0.068Kg (0.15lbs)

Warranty

Warranty

5 years limited

Regulatory Approvals

Emissions

FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class B

EN55022, Class B

EN61000-3-2/3

ICES-003 Issue 4

AS/NZS CISPR22

Immunity

EN55024

EN61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/8/11

Agency Approvals

UL60950-1, 2nd edition

CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07, 2nd Edition

CE

VCCI

C-Tick

IEC 60950-1 2005, 2nd Edition

RoHS

  • Fire and security panels
  • Vending machines
  • E-POS (Point-Of-Sale) terminals
  • Remote IT management
  • Access control
  • Ticketing and financial applications
  • Instrumentation and measurement
  • Industrial control
  • Building control
  • Handheld computing
  • Audio visual
  • Home automation
  • Security Alarms and Access Control Devices
  • HVAC SystemsData Display Devices / Digital Signage
  • Automation Control
  • Medical Devices
  • Oil and Gas Exploration
  • ATM Machines
  • CNC Controllers
  • Data Collection Devices
  • Telecommunications Equipment
  • Time/Attendance Clocks and Terminals
  • Universal Power Supply (UPS) Management Units

NetPort II Selection Table

NetPort II Features

AMC-232LAN22-01-SDTE

AMC-232LAN22-01-S

AMC-485LAN32-01-SDTE

AMC-485LAN32-01-S

AMC-POELAN42-01-SDTE

AMC-POELAN42-01-S

10/100Mbps Ethernet

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Serial data rate up to 921.6Kbps

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Serial DB9 DTE port (null modem included)

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Serial DB9 DCE port

 

 

RS422 or RS485 (2 & 4 wire) interface support

 

 

Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) support

 

 

 

 

5VDC input voltage (mini USB-B jack)

5 - 15VDC at DB9 serial pin 9

Power provided to serial equipt. (DB9 pin 9)

Telnet, Web or Serial configuration options

Modem emulation mode

TCP/IP direct socket connection

Virtual Com Port (VCP) connection

DHCP client

6 page web server

128/192/256-bit AES encryption

Windows XP, Vista, 7 & Server 2003 & 2008

(32-bit & 64-bit)

Operating temperature -40°C to +85°C

 

 

Operating temperature -40°C to +70°C

 

 

 

 

Ordering Information - RS232 Models

Model Number

Description

AMC-232LAN22-01-SDTE

NetPort II RS-232 Serial-to-Ethernet adapter with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector with null modem gender-changer for DTE output.

AMC-232LAN22-DKT01

NetPort II RS-232 Serial-to-Ethernet adapter  with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector, null modem gender changer for DTE output, 100 - 240VAC international power supply with regional adapters and CD with software and documentation.

* Available now with UK PSU, available with multi-region PSU (UK, EU, USA) from July 2014

AMC-232LAN22-01-S

NetPort II RS-232 Serial-to-Ethernet adapter,  with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector.

AMC-232LAN22-DKC01

NetPort II RS-232 Serial-to-Ethernet adapter  with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector, 100 - 240VAC international power supply with regional adapters and CD with software and documentation.

* Available now with UK PSU, available with multi-region PSU (UK, EU, USA) from July 2014

Ordering Information - RS485 (RS232/422/485) Models

Model Number

Description

AMC-485LAN32-01-SDTE

NetPort II RS-485 (RS232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet adapter with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector and null modem gender-changer for DTE output.

AMC-485LAN32-DKT01

NetPort II RS-485 (RS232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet adapter with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector, null modem gender changer for DTE output, 100 - 240VAC international power supply with regional adapters and CD with software and documentation.

* Available now with UK PSU, available with multi-region PSU (UK, EU, USA) from July 2014

AMC-485LAN32-01-S

NetPort II RS-485 (RS232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet adapter with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector.

AMC-485LAN32-DKC01

NetPort II RS-485 (RS232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet adapter with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector, 100 - 240VACinternational power supply with regional adapters and CD with software and documentation.

* Available now with UK PSU, available with multi-region PSU (UK, EU, USA) from July 2014

Ordering Information - Power-over-Ethernet PoE (RS232/422/485) Models

Model Number

Description

AMC-POELAN42-01-SDTE

NetPort II Power-over-Ethernet (RS232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector and null modem gender-changer for DTE output.

AMC-POELAN42-DKT01

NetPort II Power-over-Ethernet (RS232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet adapter with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector, null modem gender changer for DTE output, 100 - 240VAC international power supply with regional adapters and CD with software and documentation.

* Available now with UK PSU, available with multi-region PSU (UK, EU, USA) from July 2014

AMC-POELAN42-01-S

NetPort II Power-over-Ethernet (RS232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, with 11cm cable  and DB9 (DCE) connector.

AMC-POELAN42-DKC01

NetPort II Power-over-Ethernet (RS232/422/485) Serial-to-Ethernet adapter with 11cm cable and DB9 (DCE) connector, 100 - 240VAC international power supply with regional adapters and CD with software and documentation.

* Available now with UK PSU, available with multi-region PSU (UK, EU, USA) from July 2014

 

Previous Generation NetPort
AMC-232LAN01 V1.4

NetPort Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, OEM bulk pack, supplied with DB9 (DTE) to RJ45 cable assembly

AMC-232LAN01-DVK 1.4

NetPort Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, OEM bulk pack, supplied with DB9 (DTE) to RJ45 cable assembly, UK PSU, CD-ROM and installation instructions.

AMC-232LAN01-DVK/E14 NetPort Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, OEM bulk pack, supplied with DB9 (DTE) to RJ45 cable assembly, European PSU, CD-ROM and installation instructions.
AMC-232LAN01-DVK/U14 NetPort Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, OEM bulk pack, supplied with DB9 (DTE) to RJ45 cable assembly, USA PSU, CD-ROM and installation instructions.
AMC-232LAN06 V1.4 NetPort Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, OEM bulk pack, supplied with DB9 (DTE) to RJ45 cable assembly. With power feed on Pin 9 of DB9.
AMC-232LAN06-DVK1.4 NetPort Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, OEM bulk pack, supplied with DB9 (DTE) to RJ45 cable assembly, UK PSU, CD-ROM and installation instructions. With power feed on Pin 9 of DB9.
AMC-232LAN06-DVK/E14 NetPort Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, OEM bulk pack, supplied with DB9 (DTE) to RJ45 cable assembly, European PSU, CD-ROM and installation instructions. With power feed on Pin 9 of DB9.
AMC-232LAN06-DVK/U14 NetPort Serial-to-Ethernet adapter, OEM bulk pack, supplied with DB9 (DTE) to RJ45 cable assembly, USA PSU, CD-ROM and installation instructions. With power feed on Pin 9 of DB9.

The Development Kit (DK) option is offered to all customers who wish to evaluate and prototype NetPort II and consequently comes with a PSU and a guide to get NetPort II integrated into any application in a matter of hours.

We recommend all new users use the DK to evaluate the NetPort II.

* Development kits available from April 2014

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Last updated: 15 March 2020