Active Communication

Application:
2 PCs share a card reader

Product properties:

• 2 PCs share a serial terminal device:
  • Printer
  • Plotter
  • Hand scanner
  • Card reader
  • etc...
• Switching modes:
  • Automatic switching on "first come, first served" basis
  • Manual switching using buttons directly on the device
  • with simultaneous sending of all data on the Master port to both Slave ports with automatically switching feedback channel (splitter mode)
• Data back channel permits connection of bi-directional peripherals
• Individual configuration of interfaces
• Conversion of baud rate, data format and handshake protocol possible
• Integrated diagnostic and startup aid: Setting dump
• Extended supply voltage range up to 24V
• Shipped optionally with or without power supply:
  Please order power supplies as separate accessories.
• Conforms to standards both in office and industrial environments:
  • Increased noise immunity for industrial areas
  • Stricter noise emission for residential and commercial areas