422PP9TB-3903-1/2

B&B ELECTRONICS PRODUCT INFORMATION

Model 422PP9TB
Port-Powered RS-232
to RS-422 Converter CE

The 422PP9TB is a port-powered two-channel RS-232 to RS-422 converter. It converts TD and RD RS-232 lines to
balanced RS-422 signals. The unit can be powered from the RS-232 handshake lines, DTR and RTS. If port-powering
the unit, at least one of these handshake lines must be present, but can be in any state. The 422PP9TB can also be
powered externally on the terminal blocks. The RS-422 driver and receiver are always enabled.

To satisfy the requirements of some software packages, the RS-232 handshake lines are looped back (tied together).
RTS is connected to CTS, and DTR is connected to DSR and DCD.

Connections
The 422PP9TB is configured to transmit both directions between an RS-232 and RS-422 system. The RS-232 side is
pinned out to connect directly into the COM port on your computer or any other DTE device (Table 1). Connections to
the RS-422 side of the converter are made through terminal blocks. When connecting to an RS-422 system, the
422PP9TB must be connected with the proper polarity as shown in Figure 1. When no data is being sent and the driver
enabled, the RS-232 line is negative and the RS-422 line TD(A) is negative with respect to TD(B).

Table 1 - RS-232 Pin Out

Signal DB-9 Female Pin #
TD 3
RD 2
RTS 7
CTS 8
DTR 4
DSR 6
DCD 1
GND 5

Figure 1 - Connection to an RS-422 System

422PP9TB RS-422
terminal blocks
Integrate – Expand – Simplify

TD(A)- RD(A)-
TD(B)+ RD(B)+
RD(A)- TD(A)-
RD(B)+ TD(B)+
GND GND

International Headquarters:
707 Dayton Road P.O. Box 1040 Ottawa, IL 61350 USA
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B&B ELECTRONICS PRODUCT INFORMATION Biasing Resistors

The biasing resistors for the RS-422/RS-485 receiver are 4.7k Ohm resistors. These resistors are labeled R1 and R2
(See Figure 2). Refer to B&B Electronics RS-422/485 Application Note for further information on biasing.

Figure 2
RS-232 RS-422
DB9 female terminal blocks
RTS 7
+12VDC
Power
+5V
CTS 8 Conversion
Circuit
DTR4
R1
DSR6
4.7k
DCD1
TD(B)+
TD 3
TD(A)-

RD(B)+
RD 2
RD(A)-

R2 4.7k

GND5 GND

Specifications
Communication: RS-422
Data Rate: 115.2 kbps max.
Power: Port-powered from handshake lines on the RS-232 side,
or 12 to 16 VDC at 40 mA on the terminal blocks.
Dimensions: 3.5 x 1.3 x 0.7 in (8.9 x 3.3 x 1.7 cm)
Temperature Rating: 0 to 70°C

NOTE: When using an external supply, the supply should be connected only to specifically labeled power
inputs (power jack, terminal block, etc.). Connecting an external power supply to the handshake lines may
damage the unit. Contact technical support for more information on connecting an external power supply to
the handshake lines.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer’s Name: B&B Electronics Manufacturing Company
Manufacturer’s Address: P.O. Box 1040
707 Dayton Road
Ottawa, IL 61350 USA
Model Number: 422PP9TB
Integrate – Expand – Simplify

Description: 9-Pin Port-Powered RS-422 Converter

Type: Light industrial ITE equipment
Application of Council Directive: 89/336/EEC
Standards: EN 55022
EN 61000-6-1
EN 61000 (-4-2, -4-3, -4-4, -4-5, -4-6, -4-8, -4-11)

William H. Franklin III, Director of Engineering

International Headquarters:
707 Dayton Road P.O. Box 1040 Ottawa, IL 61350 USA
815-433-5100 Fax 433-5104 www.bb-elec.com orders@bb-elec.com support@bb-elec.com

Westlink Commercial Park Oranmore Co. Galway Ireland

+353 91 792444 Fax +353 91 792445 www.bb-europe.com orders@bb-elec.com support@bb-europe.com