The FTDI Chip USB Mini-B to UART evaluation module is the smallest USB to serial development kit in the FTDI product range. To minimise the size of the module, this kit uses a standard USB mini-B connector. It is ideal for new development purposes as well as a platform for adding a USB interface to existing product designs. This module is based on the FTDI FT232RQ USB to Serial UART IC which handles all the USB signalling and protocols. It requires USB drivers used to make the FT232R on the UB232R appear as a virtual COM port (VCP). This then allows the user to communicate with the USB interface via a standard PC serial emulation port.
Features and Benefits
Reduced development time Rapid integration into existing systems USB powered, no external power supply needed Entire USB protocol handled by USB module Small USB Type-B connector to minimise PCB real estate usage Data transfer rates from 300baud to 3Mbaud at TTL level Lower Operating (15mA) and USB suspend mode current (70μA) Support for USB suspend and resume UHCI/OHCI/EHCI host controller compatible USB 2.0 full speed compatible Operating temperature ranges between -40°C and 85°C
Applications
Rapid USB integration into existing electronic systems Prototyping platform for USB interface on new systems USB Instrumentation integration PCB real estate sensitive designs integrating the smallest FTDI USB module available
