FTDI FT232RL USB RS232 to D-SUB 25PIN DB25 Male Adapter Null Modem Serial Cable Full Handshake Model 1508 Key benefits - Enables modern USB hosts to connect to legacy RS232 devices through a DB25 male port with full handshake - Reliable serial communication with full handshake signals (RTS/CTS, DTR/DSR, etc) for stable data transfer - No external power required; bus powered from USB for a simple plug-and-play setup - Supports null modem operation to connect two RS232 DTE devices directly What it does - Converts USB to RS232 using the FTDI FT232RL chipset - Provides a D-SUB 25PIN male RS232 connector for legacy equipment - Designed for full handshake serial communication to maximize compatibility and reliability - No separate power plug needed; draws power from the USB connection Compatibility and applicability - Suitable for use with Amiga Explorer to PC setups and other RS232 devices requiring a DB25 male connection - Compatible with tablets that support USB host connections (via appropriate USB OTG capability) to enable RS232 communication - General purpose USB to RS232 adapter for legacy equipment, serial consoles, and data transfer tasks requiring a DB25 interface Model and configuration details - Model Name: 1508 - Brand and chipset: FTDI FT232RL - Connection types: USB to RS232 with DB25 male connector - Cable configuration: Null Modem Serial Cable with full handshake support - Power: No external power plug required (bus-powered via USB) Example 2-3 use scenarios - Amiga Explorer to PC: Use the USB RS232 adapter to bridge an Amiga Explorer setup with a modern PC for data transfer or retro computing sessions that rely on a DB25 serial link. - Legacy device configuration: Connect a legacy RS232 device with a DB25 port to a tablet or computer for configuration, data logging, or firmware updates where an RS232 interface is required. - Serial console and debugging: Use the DB25 male RS232 port to establish a console or data-collection link with embedded systems, microcontrollers, or development boards that provide a DB25 serial interface, enabling reliable troubleshooting and monitoring.