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Question: Will this work on Linux?  For RS485 half duplex bus, how is switch between Rx vs Tx done?
Document: Plugged it into my Windows 7 PC. It took a couple of minutes for Windows to find the drivers (none came with the product) but eventually they were installed and it's been working fine. I have also successfully used these adapters with Debian Linux. Since Debian isn't exactly cutting edge if they work on Debian chances are good that they will work on other distros as well. The indicator lights near the connector are a nice touch.
I use this on a Raspberry Pi to communicate with a Pentair Variable Speed Pool Pump. My Raspberry Pi is running an iComII controller emulation program. It took about 2 weeks for this item to arrive, as it was shipped from China, but it works great. The terminals are marked on the bottom of the connector for +/- voltages (my pump uses +5/-5) and there are 2 small red LEDs next to the connector on top for Tx and Rx indicators.
I needed a RS485 to USB converter to transfer data from my Aroura Power-One 6KW Inverter to my computer for logging daily power output data. It works perfectly for this purpose in a 1/2 duplex mode. There are 2 LED's very close to the connector that flash when data is present. The only problem I had was there was no driver supplied by the seller. There was no website where one could be downloaded. I am using Vista 64 and it was unable to find a driver on the net.
Seems to work with all my applications. Good product for the money. Will buy additional units to check out more thoroughly.
Like for a short run. I haven't used it enough to know if it'll work reliably in the fieldeven for a short-term test but I definitely wouldn't use this for a long-term setup.
Works, not prone to the Prolific (USB-serial-counterfeiting) problems. Just wish it had TX/RX lights.Not sure why Amazon though I should add this sentence.
This Converter works well with windows 7 64-bit, it is small and lite, I use to test rs-485 industrial communications for Modbus transfers of Analytical Data. I have only tried just one of these converters and it works as stated.
The interface is very good quality and price as wellthe delivery period is long . I have try it with speed of 9600 & 115200 and it running well.I am recommend this product.
It allowed me to configure and use the unit. I bought it from Amazon using Prime and pay a bit more than other sellers but I wanted it fast. The seller did ship it quickly and I had it in 2 days. I love Amazon Prime!
I use smaller gauge wire and it's sometimes a challenge to make a good connection. If it came with a slightly smaller connector then I would give this 5 stars.
Answer: It works very well with the raspberry pi (single board computer running a version of debian).