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What does a MAX232 do?
The MAX232 is a dual transmitter / dual receiver that typically is used to convert the RX, TX, CTS, RTS signals. The drivers provide TIA-232 voltage level outputs (about ±7.5 volts) from a single 5-volt supply by on-chip charge pumps and external capacitors.
What does RS232 stand for?
Recommended Standard 232
In telecommunications, RS-232, Recommended Standard 232 is a standard originally introduced in 1960 for serial communication transmission of data.
What are RS232 voltage levels?
Table 1. RS-232 Specifications
| RS-232 | |
|---|---|
| Space (data 0) | 5V (min) 15V (max) |
| Input Level (min) | ±3V |
| Output Current | 500mA (Note that the driver ICs normally used in PCs are limited to 10mA) |
| Impedance | 5kΩ (Internal) |
Is RS-232 is a protocol?
RS232 is a standard protocol used for serial communication, it is used for connecting computer and its peripheral devices to allow serial data exchange between them. As EIA defines, the RS232 is used for connecting Data Transmission Equipment (DTE) and Data Communication Equipment (DCE).
What kind of voltage does a MAX232 transmitter use?
The MAX232 is a dual transmitter / dual receiver that typically is used to convert the RX, TX, CTS, RTS signals. The drivers provide TIA-232 voltage level outputs (about ±7.5 volts) from a single 5-volt supply by on-chip charge pumps and external capacitors.
What do you need to know about the MAX232?
The MAX232 is a dual transmitter / dual receiver that typically is used to convert the RX, TX, CTS, RTS signals. The drivers provide TIA-232 voltage level outputs (about ±7.5 volts) from a single 5-volt supply by on-chip charge pumps and external capacitors. This makes it useful for implementing TIA-232 in devices…
How does the MAX232 convert to TTL logic?
The MAX232 (A) has two receivers that convert from RS-232 to TTL voltage levels, and two drivers that convert from TTL logic to RS-232 voltage levels. As a result, only two out of all RS-232 signals can be converted in each direction.
What is the MAX232 voltage for TIA-232?
The MAX232 translates a TTL logic 0 input to between +3 and +15 V, and changes TTL logic 1 input to between −3 and −15 V, and vice versa for converting from TIA-232 to TTL. (Note that TIA-232 uses opposite voltages for data and control lines, see RS-232 voltage levels .)