BT485U: RS-485 Bluetooth adapter


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Introduction

BT485U needs to be used in conjunction with BT485 Bluetooth adapter, they can replace the traditional RS-485 bus within a range of 100 meters, convert RS-485 connection into Bluetooth connection, and thus realize wireless RS-485 communication.
The BT485U is usually plugged into a computer's USB port as a Bluetooth slave, waiting for the BT485 Bluetooth master to initiate a Bluetooth connection. BT485U can be used in pairs with a BT485 Bluetooth master or in network with multiple BT485 masters. A BT485U slave can connect to up to 20 BT485 masters at the same time, and further connect up to 255 RS-485 slave devices through the BT485 masters.



 

Key Features
 

• Adapt to RS-485 physical layer, support Modbus RTU and ASCII protocols.
• Simpler and more flexible networking than traditional wired RS-485 connection.
• The default Bluetooth role is slave, and can be set as a Bluetooth master.
• BT485U slave can be connected to up to 20 BT485 Bluetooth masters at the same time.
• Bluetooth pairing encryption can enhance the security of wireless communication.
• Fast and large data transfer ability, the max communication baud rate is up to 921600 bps.
• Serial communication parity check can enhance the compatibility and application of the adapter.
• 10dBm transmitting power, communication distance up to 100 meters in open area.
• Built-in Watchdog, ensure long-term reliable and stable communication.
• An Android app is supplied to set the adapter, no need to sending AT commands.
• TXD and RXD indicator can display the data activity on RS-485 serial port.

Specifications
• Bluetooth protocol: BLE 5.1
• Selectable RS-485 baud rate: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 230400, 460800, 921600
• Selectable Parity: None, Even, Odd
• TX power: 10dBm
• RX sensitivity: -98dBm
• Max wireless communication distance: 100 meters (line of sight)
• Default RS-485 communication settings: 115200, N, 8, 1
• Typical working current: 5 mA
• Working Temperature Range: -20~85
• Dimension and Weight: 56x20x9mm, 8g
FAQs
Q: What's the difference between the BT485 and BT485U?
A: There's not much difference between the BT485 and BT485U, except for the interface. The master device for RS-485 communication is usually a computer. To connect a BT485 adapter to a computer, you need to purchase a separate USB-to-485 converter. The BT485U can eliminates this converter, add a Bluetooth COM port directly to the computer.
Package Contents

• BT485U Bluetooth adapter x 1
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