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AMC232LAN NetPort Ethernet to RS232 Cable Adaptor

AMC232LAN NetPort Ethernet to RS232 Cable Adaptor

NetPort is a 'plug-and-play' Serial-to-Ethernet cable adaptor that enables any device or machine with a serial port, to become network and Internet-enabled in an instant.

The external NetPort 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, 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.  NetPort is a product which 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-connected device to communicate with existing software over TCP/IP (for Windows operating systems). Alternatively, 'direct socket' connection can be used.

The Development Kit (DVK) option is offered to all customers who wish to evaluate & prototype NetPort and consequently comes with a PSU* and CDROM packed with Apps Notes, User Guide & software utilities necessary to get NetPort integrated into any application in a matter of hours. We recommend all new users to evaluate using the DVK.

STOP PRESS - NEW SHAPE! - new housing has a 'smoother' design but now slightly wider at 65mm x 42mm x 28mm --

Specifications Applications
  • 10/100Mb/s AUTO SENSING RJ45 ETHERNET PORT
  • ETHERNET ACTIVITY AND STATUS LEDS
  • 6 PAGE WEB SERVER FOR STATIC HTML
  • 234b/s MAXIMUM SERIAL THROUGHPUT **
  • MOULDED 9-WAY D-TYPE SERIAL CABLE
  • POWER STATUS & SERIAL ACTIVITY LEDS
  • 128bit RIJNDAEL AES ENCRYPTION (LAN03/04)
  • SUPPLIED WITH MAINS POWER SUPPLY (DVK ONLY)
  • POWER PASS THROUGH TO/FROM SERIAL EQUIPMENT (LAN06)
  • POWER CONSUMPTION 240mA @ 7.5V, 75mA @ 24VDC
  • CONFIGURABLE SECURITY OPTIONS
  • CAN BE CUSTOMISED FOR OEM USE
 
  • FIRE AND SECURITY PANELS
  • VENDING MACHINES
  • EPOS (POINT OF SALE TERMINALS)
  • REMOTE IT MANAGEMENT
  • ACCESS CONTROL
  • TICKETING AND FINANCIAL
  • INSTRUMENTATION AND MEASUREMENT
  • INDUSTRIAL CONTROL
  • BUILDING CONTROL
  • HANDHELD COMPUTING
  • AUDIO VISUAL
  • HOME AUTOMATION



Product Selection Table
 
LAN01
LAN02
LAN03
LAN04
LAN06
           
10/100 Ethernet
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
230kbps serial throughput **
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Simple 2 wire serial option
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Handshaking serial option
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
9 way Plug (DTE) serial cable
yes
 
yes
 
yes
9 way Socket (DCE) serial cable  
yes
 
yes
 
           
7.5-24v Dc working voltage
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Powered from serial equipment (DB9 pin9)        
yes
Powered from external PSU (2.5mm jack)
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Power provided to serial equipment (DB9 pin 9)        
yes
Power available from spare DC socket
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
           
Telnet, Web or serial configuration options
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Modem Emulation mode
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
TCP/IP direct socket connection
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Virtual Comm Port connection
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
Email alerts can be sent from NetPort
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
DHCP client
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
6 page Webserver
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
128bit encryption on TCP/IP data    
yes
yes
 

* Power Supply options

Netport is designed for worldwide deployment and as such a range of country-specific plug-top power supplies are available for despatch with your DVK (Development Kit). Please specify one of the following options when ordering:

  • AMC232LAN0x-DVK supplied with UK 220v 3-pin PSU
  • AMC232LAN0x-DVK/E supplied with European 220v 2-pin PSU
  • AMC232LAN0x-DVK/U supplied with USA 110v 2-pin PSU.

Power supplies can be supplied with the bulk NetPort part should your application require, please contact Alpha Micro for more details.

** Serial throughput

Serial speeds of up to 920Kb/s are achievable for volume applications - please contact the Sales teams for details.

 

Resources and Documentation
Product Brief
NetPort - 2 page product description.
Product Brief   Revision: 2.1
Nov 2004
2 pages - 230.3 KB
Product Brief
NetPort - marketing material (Français).
Product Brief   Revision: 1
Oct 2003
2 pages - 176.7 KB
Product Brief
NetPort - marketing material (Deutsch).
Product Brief   Revision: 2
Oct 2003
2 pages - 176.4 KB
Case Study
EPOS manufacturer, Dione PLC, used NetPort to solve a problem of connecting their serial Chip and Pin Pad devices to an Ethernet network. NetPort was perfect for the job!
Case Study   Revision: 1
Nov 2003
2 pages - 96.9 KB
NetPort Quick Start Guide - NEW!
How to get connected quickly. Based on LAN01 but gets your NetPort connected via TCP/IP, directly or via Virtual Com Ports.
NetPort Quick Start Guide - NEW!   Revision: V1.1
Jun 2005
14 pages - 476.9 KB
NetPort Installer Utility
Invaluable tool for detecting and configuring Lantronix device servers. A must for all WiPort/Xport/UDS customers includes. You will probably need the .NET patch too but WARNING - this will be a large file)
NetPort Installer Utility   Revision: v3.6.06
3.2 MB
.NET patch v1.1 for use with NetPort Installer
.NET patch often required for Device Installer Utility. Run Device Installer first to know if you need to down load it as it is a LARGE FILE.
.NET patch v1.1 for use with NetPort Installer   Revision: v1.1
21.7 MB
NetPort Redirector
Application to allow users to connect to NetPort over TCP/IP by presenting a Virtual Com Port to a Windows PC.
NetPort Redirector   Revision: 3.0.0.2
Jan 2005
2.7 MB
NetPort Redirector User Guide
User Guide for setting up and using the Lantronix Redirector utility which creates Virtual Com Ports to all NetPort device servers.
NetPort Redirector User Guide   Revision: 900-324A
Nov 2003
31 pages - 339.8 KB
NetPort Web Server Tools
Applications Note & utility for creating & downloading custom web pages within NetPort.
NetPort Web Server Tools   Revision: 1
Jan 2005
351.7 KB

 

Award Winning NetPort

NetPort, the “plug and play” serial to Ethernet cable adaptor developed by Alpha Micro Components, was a finalist for the Network Cabling Product of the Year at the prestigious 2004 Network Awards.

 

 
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