FTDI Debug Cable for Raspberry Pi - FT232RQ USB to UART
FTDI debug cable with FT232RQ chip for Raspberry Pi, supporting 3Mbaud TTL serial communication and kernel-level debugging.
The FTDI TTL-232R-RPi is a USB to TTL level serial UART converter cable designed specifically for use with the Raspberry Pi. Incorporating the FT232RQ USB to Serial UART interface IC, this cable handles all USB signalling and protocols, making it an essential tool for debugging and development on your Raspberry Pi projects.
This debug cable connects to the Rx/Tx lines of the Raspberry Pi's ARM processor UART, providing detailed insights into the operating system's operations. By attaching the cable to a PC and using a terminal emulator, users can access kernel-level debugging information during boot-up and interact with the system directly. Whether you're troubleshooting or developing, this cable offers improved visibility and control over your Raspberry Pi's operations.
Key Features:
- Onboard FT232RQ Chip – Single-chip USB to asynchronous serial data transfer interface.
- Complete USB Protocol Handling – The electronics in the cable manage all USB protocol tasks.
- Direct Microcontroller Connection – Works seamlessly with UART or I/O pins.
- Advanced Handshaking Support – Fully assisted or X-On/X-Off software handshaking.
- Wide Baud Rate Range – Supports data transfer rates from 300bps to 3Mbps (TTL levels).
- Flexible Programming – Features an internal EEPROM with a user-writable area for custom configurations.
- Low USB Bandwidth Consumption – Efficient data transfer without excessive resource usage.
- Enhanced Security – FTDIChip-ID support for improved device authentication.
- Easy Connectivity – Includes three flying lead outputs for TXD, RXD, and GND signals.
Specifications:
- Conversion Type: USB to 3.3V TTL Converter
- Max Baud Rate: 3Mbaud
- Connector Type: 2.54mm Female Header (suitable for RPi GPIO pins)
- Chip Type: FT232RQ
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- Raspberry Pi debugging & development
- Low-level kernel access via serial console
- Direct serial communication with microcontrollers
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- Chip: FT232RQ USB to Serial UART IC
- Conversion: USB to 3.3V TTL
- Max Baud Rate: 3Mbaud
- Handshaking: X-On/X-Off & full hardware support
- EEPROM: Internal with user-configurable area
- Security: FTDIChip-ID authentication
- Outputs: TXD, RXD, GND (3x flying leads)
- Connector: 2.54mm Female Header
- Cable Length: 1m
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