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Data Sheet:

USB to RS232 Extensibility Cable

2022 - 08 - 18

The USB to RS232 Extensibility Cable adds serial connectivity to the R920 Series Ruggedized Router. It is a ruggedized locking cable that allows OBD-II cables, J1939 cables, and other serial devices to be connected to the R920 router.

Basic Pinouts

USB-A CONNECTOR PINOUT: 5 V, D+, D-, GND

DB9 FEMALE CONNECTOR PINOUT

Pin 1

Power +5 V

Not Connected

Pin 2

Data -

Transmit (TX) Output

Pin 3

Data +

Receive (RX) Input

Pin 4

Ground (GND)

Data Set Ready (DSR) Input†

Pin 5

Ground (GND)

Pin 6

Data Terminal Ready (DTR) Output†

Pin 7

 

Clear to Send (CTS) Input

Pin 8

Request to Send (RTS) Output

Pin 9

Not Connected

†DSR/DTR signals are present on the extensibility cable but are not currently support by NetCloud OS.

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Notable Features

  • Locking USB-A feature for secure connection to the router with a robust thumb screw
  • DB9/RS232 connection does not require external power
  • Provide OBD-II Support (R920 with OBD-II cable)
  • Enables GPS data transfer through serial interface
  • Allow serial redirect for LTE reporting of data through the serial port

Notice: All specifications subject to change without notice.

Hardware Specifications

The following features are delivered through the hardware.

    TECHNOLOGY

    Cable Type:

    		 USB-A to RS232
    Connector Type: USB-A male to DB9 female
    Locking Feature:
    • Screw-Locking USB-A connector on one end
    • RS232 DB9F connector with screw receptacles for locking
    DATA TRANSFER
    Data Transfer Rate: USB 2.0 up to 480 MB
    COMPATABILITY
    Supported Routers: R920 Series Ruggedized Router
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    Temperature:
    • Operating: -30 °C to 70 °C (-22 °F to 158 °F)
    • Storage: -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)
    Humidity:
    • Operating: 10% to 90%
    • Storage: 5% to 95%
    PHYSICAL
    Length: 400 mm (15.75 in)
    Weight: 45.35 g (1.6 oz)
    CERTIFICATIONS
    Safety: UL/cUL/CB 62368-1, CB 60950-1, NCRS, CID2
    Materials: RoHS, WEEE, REACH, California Prop 65, Taiwan RoHS
    Regulatory: FCC (U.S.), IC (Canada), CE (EU), UKCA (United Kingdom), VCCI (Japan), BSMI (Taiwan), NOM/NYCE (Mexico), RCM (AU/NZ), SABS (South Africa)
    Ordering Guide

    The USB to RS232 Extensibility Cable is an accessory for Cradlepoint routers. Use of the extensibility cable requires a Cradlepoint R920 Series router that is licensed to a NetCloud Service Plan. 

    NetCloud Packages for the USB to RS232 Extensibility Cable 

      REGION

      DESCRIPTION

      PART NUMBER

      Worldwide: Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, European Union, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, South Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, and Vietnam

      USB to RS232 Extensibility Cable

      170873-000
      Support & Warranty

      The USB to RS232 Extensibility Cable is only sold as an accessory.All Cradlepoint hardware products are covered by a limited lifetime warranty for as long as they have a subscription license to an active NetCloud Service Plan.

      More Information

      Find the most up-to-date information at cradlepoint.com/products/accessories/usb-to-rs232