Description
The Versa-Tap™ is a multi-protocol passive tap module that supports RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, and 3.3V/5V TTL — designed for engineers who need to monitor serial data across multiple interface standards without interrupting live connections.
Versa-Tap features:
- Supports RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, and 3.3V/5V TTL voltage levels
- Synchronous HDLC analysis support
- Baud rates up to 2,000,000 bps
- Automatic baud rate and parameter detection up to 921,600 bps
- Exact microsecond time-tagging of all data and handshaking events
- Includes PC-compatible device drivers, 6ft Mini-B USB cable, and EZ-View™ monitoring software
- Same compact form factor as EZ-Tap and EZ-Tap Pro
Available at a fraction of the cost of comparable protocol analyzers.
Device Driver Installation
Download the latest device drivers and installation guide from our downloads page. The EZ-Tap, EZ-Tap Pro, and Versa-Tap all use the same driver. Unzip the files and run the Windows hardware installation wizard. Once installed, Versa-Tap will appear as a USB COM port in Windows Device Manager.
Connecting Versa-Tap to Your System
Once Versa-Tap and EZ-View are running on your Windows PC, connect the screw terminals to the system under test. Terminals are labeled with their RS-232 and RS-422 signal names. Select the appropriate signaling level (RS-232/TTL, RS-422, or Inverted RS-232/TTL) in EZ-View before capturing data.
EZ-View™ RS-232 Monitor Application
EZ-View version 1.4.1.0 or higher is required for Versa-Tap. Stratus Engineering’s free EZ-View monitoring software supports EZ-Tap, EZ-Tap Pro, and Versa-Tap with the same interface across all devices. Download the latest version from our downloads page. Docklight also supports Versa-Tap.
Custom Software Development
For users requiring more sophisticated data extraction and analysis, Stratus Engineering supports custom application software development via a .DLL-based Windows API. Contact us for details and example interface software.
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