USB to UART (TTL) Cable

Brand New!
Rev. A

NOTE: Windows 8 operation has become sporadic since its release. Can be forced to work correctly by disabling automatic driver updates and installing the driver below.

Description:

The USBDC1 is a USB to TTL UART converter, utilizing the new Prolific PL2303HXA IC making it one of the simplest and reliable cables on the market. The cable creates a direct connection from the UART of a microcontroller to a PC through a USB port with no additional components. This cable can be used on any microcontroller based system with an available UART such as Atmel AVR, MSP 430, Ard-uino, etc. The USB connector has a clean, professional look giving your project an edge over bare board models and protecting the circuitry and your computer from accidental shorts.  This item is located in Nebraska and I ship quickly so no waiting 3 weeks to get one from china. Please feel free to submit questions using the link above. (actual item may have a slightly different appearance)


Red = 5V
Blk = Gnd
Whi = RX
Grn = TX

Drivers:

Drivers can be downloaded here: ( windows 7 and 8 will also automatically install the driver) 

NOTE:
For Windows 8, Follow the guide below to disable the automatic driver updates. Then install the driver and the cable will operate properly.

HOW TO DISABLE WINDOWS 8 AUTOMATIC DRIVER UPDATES ( for proper operation with Windows 8) 
Windows Vista, 7,8 Driver,
Windows XP Driver 
Go to Prolific Website for the latest Driver 
For the EEPROM Writer go to: http://bearbonessolutions.com/usb-cable-drivers/

System Requirements:

Available hard disk space: 150 MB (file size approx 25 MB)

Operating system:

Windows 2000 (service pack 4)

Windows XP (Professional or Home Edition with latest service pack installed)

Windows Vista x32 and x64 editions

Windows 7 x32 and x64 editions

Windows 8 (Was initially supported by Windows 8 but now must be forced. See instructions above)