{"product_id":"victron-rs232-to-usb-converter","title":"Victron RS232 to USB converter - ASS030200000","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eVictron Energy RS232 to USB Converter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Victron Energy RS232 to USB converter allows a modern computer or laptop without a native RS232 serial port to communicate with Victron devices that use RS232 for configuration and monitoring. It is aimed at installers and technicians who need to connect to Victron equipment using a standard USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConverts RS232 serial signals to USB, enabling connection to computers without a native serial port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Victron Energy devices that use RS232 communication interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact and lightweight at 45 g, suitable for carrying in a tool kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlug-and-play USB connection for straightforward setup on supported operating systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGenuine Victron Energy accessory, supplied under SKU ASS030200000.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS232 is a legacy serial communication standard still used on a range of Victron Energy inverters, chargers and other equipment for direct configuration and data access. Most modern laptops and computers no longer include a physical RS232 (DB9) port, which makes a converter necessary for any technician working with this interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis converter bridges the gap between the RS232 port on the Victron device and a standard USB port on the host computer. Once the appropriate driver is installed, the converter presents itself as a virtual COM port, allowing Victron software to communicate with the connected equipment as if a native serial port were present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSKU: ASS030200000\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGTIN: 8719076019442\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.045 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterface conversion: RS232 (DB9) to USB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnecting a laptop or PC to Victron inverters, chargers or other RS232-equipped devices for configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOn-site commissioning and diagnostics where the host computer has no native RS232 port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFirmware updates or parameter changes on Victron equipment via RS232 interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorkshop bench testing and fault-finding on Victron RS232-enabled products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Victron Energy RS232 to USB converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #f87c24;\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriver installation may be required on the host computer before the converter is recognised as a virtual COM port. Ensure the correct Victron software is configured to use the assigned COM port number. This converter is a passive interface adapter and does not require external power. No specialist electrical installation is needed, though any work on connected Victron inverter or battery systems should be carried out by a qualified installer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60201804071246,"sku":"ASS030200000","price":23.78,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3698\/8238\/files\/VoltaconSolar_-_ASS030200000_-_RS232_to_USB_converter.webp?v=1784819148","url":"https:\/\/voltaconsolar.com\/products\/victron-rs232-to-usb-converter","provider":"VoltaconSolar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}