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product_id: 339287953
title: "Manhattan USB-A to Serial Converter cable, 45 cm, Male to Male, Serial/RS232/COM/DB9, Prolific PL-2303RA Chip, Black/Silver cable, Blister"
brand: "manhattan"
price: "€ 50.14"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Manhattan"
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# Prolific PL-2303RA chipset for broad OS compatibility 45 cm USB-A to Serial cable length Supports DB9/RS232/COM serial connections Manhattan USB-A to Serial Converter cable, 45 cm, Male to Male, Serial/RS232/COM/DB9, Prolific PL-2303RA Chip, Black/Silver cable, Blister

**Brand:** manhattan
**Price:** € 50.14
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔗 Bridge the tech gap — connect legacy gear with modern ease!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Manhattan USB-A to Serial Converter cable, 45 cm, Male to Male, Serial/RS232/COM/DB9, Prolific PL-2303RA Chip, Black/Silver cable, Blister by manhattan
- **How much does it cost?** € 50.14 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/339287953-manhattan-usb-a-to-serial-converter-cable-45-cm-male)

## Best For

- manhattan enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted manhattan brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Legacy Meets Modern:** Connect vintage devices like modems, barcode scanners, and CNC machines effortlessly.
- • **Lifetime Reliability:** Backed by Manhattan’s lifetime warranty for uninterrupted productivity.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Instantly converts USB ports to legacy serial connections without hassle.
- • **Compact & Durable Design:** 45 cm matte black/silver cable built to last and fit perfectly in professional setups.
- • **Universal OS Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with Windows, Mac, Linux, and more thanks to the Prolific chipset.

## Overview

The Manhattan USB-A to Serial Converter Cable (45 cm) features the reliable Prolific PL-2303RA chipset, enabling seamless USB to RS232/DB9 serial port conversion. Compatible across major operating systems including Windows, Mac, and Linux, it supports a wide range of legacy and industrial devices. Its compact, durable design and lifetime warranty make it an essential tool for professionals needing dependable serial connectivity in a modern workspace.

## Description

Product description

Review: Good cable, works well in Linux - This cable works well in Linux and should work well in most any modern OS. The manufacturer provides drivers for Linux, Mac and Windows on the included mini CD and on their web site. In Linux at least, the driver is included in any kernel above 2.6.9, so no driver should need to be installed. You just plug the cable into a USB port and the system will detect it as a pl2303 device and attach it to /dev/ttyUSB0. Dmesg reports: [60253.000715] usb 4-1.3: new full-speed USB device number 4 using ehci_hcd [60253.086957] usb 4-1.3: New USB device found, idVendor=067b, idProduct=2303 [60253.086962] usb 4-1.3: New USB device strings: Mfr=1, Product=2, SerialNumber=0 [60253.086965] usb 4-1.3: Product: USB-Serial Controller D [60253.086967] usb 4-1.3: Manufacturer: Prolific Technology Inc. [60253.087312] pl2303 4-1.3:1.0: pl2303 converter detected [60253.089056] usb 4-1.3: pl2303 converter now attached to ttyUSB0 I used this to back up a 21-year old Casio SF-4300B digital diary on a computer without a serial port, using the XLink/Win program in Wine. When using this cable in Wine, you have to link the Linux device to the Windows serial port COM1, with the command "ln -s /dev/ttyUSB0 ~/.wine/dosdevices/com1" as regular user, as mentioned at [...]. Then, any Windows software that runs in Wine should be able to access your serial device. I don't currently know of any native Linux software than can back up these Casio diaries. The 13 inches of cable in this converter were practical with the Traveling Software serial cable I used it with.
Review: Works very well. Automatic plug and use for Windows 7 - Works as advertised. On windows 7, driver will download automatically and create a virtual port. The virtual port acts like a physical port for all applications.

## Features

- Quickly converts a USB port to a Serial/RS232/COM/DB9 port
- The customizable and compatible Prolific PL-2303RA chipset makes it the ideal solution for many OSs and platforms
- Easily connect most DB9/serial modems, digital cameras, label writers, barcode scanners, palm PCs, GPS, telescopes, CNC machines, embroidery machines, automotive control systems, digital organizers and much more
- Install as a standard COM/RS-232 port to provide serial connectivity for legacy and high-tech devices
- Chipsets PL-2303HXD and FTDI FT232RL configurations are also available at website

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0007OWNYA |
| Best Sellers Rank | #107,745 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #437 in Serial Adapters |
| Brand | Manhattan |
| Built-In Media | switch/conversion connector/conversion connect/monitor arm & stand/USB cable/ |
| Color | Black/Silver |
| Colour | Black/Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Modem, PC, Scanner |
| Compatible devices | Modem, PC, Scanner |
| Connector Type | DB9, USB |
| Connector type | DB9, USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 922 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 1 Years |
| External Testing Certification | Não aplicável |
| Finish | Matte |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00766623205146 |
| Item Dimensions | 45.7 x 3.8 x 5.1 centimeters |
| Item Part Number | 205146 |
| Item Type Name | MANHATTAN USB - Serial Converter Pl - 2303Ra 45 Cm (205146) |
| Item Weight | 0.2 Pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 45.7 x 3.8 x 5.1 centimeters |
| Manufacturer | Manhattan |
| Mfr Part Number | 205146 |
| Model Number | 205146 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Power Plug Type | No Plug |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal, gaming, business |
| Specific uses for product | personal, gaming, business |
| UPC | 072091724653 163120683468 766623205146 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Type | Lifetime |

## Product Details

- **Colour:** Black/Silver
- **Compatible devices:** Modem, PC, Scanner
- **Connector type:** DB9, USB
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 45.7 x 3.8 x 5.1 centimeters
- **Specific uses for product:** personal, gaming, business

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good cable, works well in Linux
*by A***S on 22 December 2012*

This cable works well in Linux and should work well in most any modern OS. The manufacturer provides drivers for Linux, Mac and Windows on the included mini CD and on their web site. In Linux at least, the driver is included in any kernel above 2.6.9, so no driver should need to be installed. You just plug the cable into a USB port and the system will detect it as a pl2303 device and attach it to /dev/ttyUSB0. Dmesg reports: [60253.000715] usb 4-1.3: new full-speed USB device number 4 using ehci_hcd [60253.086957] usb 4-1.3: New USB device found, idVendor=067b, idProduct=2303 [60253.086962] usb 4-1.3: New USB device strings: Mfr=1, Product=2, SerialNumber=0 [60253.086965] usb 4-1.3: Product: USB-Serial Controller D [60253.086967] usb 4-1.3: Manufacturer: Prolific Technology Inc. [60253.087312] pl2303 4-1.3:1.0: pl2303 converter detected [60253.089056] usb 4-1.3: pl2303 converter now attached to ttyUSB0 I used this to back up a 21-year old Casio SF-4300B digital diary on a computer without a serial port, using the XLink/Win program in Wine. When using this cable in Wine, you have to link the Linux device to the Windows serial port COM1, with the command "ln -s /dev/ttyUSB0 ~/.wine/dosdevices/com1" as regular user, as mentioned at [...]. Then, any Windows software that runs in Wine should be able to access your serial device. I don't currently know of any native Linux software than can back up these Casio diaries. The 13 inches of cable in this converter were practical with the Traveling Software serial cable I used it with.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works very well. Automatic plug and use for Windows 7
*by K***E on 24 July 2014*

Works as advertised. On windows 7, driver will download automatically and create a virtual port. The virtual port acts like a physical port for all applications.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Adapter von seriell auf USB
*by H***I on 29 August 2013*

Das Teil ist wirklich brauchbar. Das Kabel ist zwar kurz, macht aber nichts, wenn man z.B. eine Telefonanlage konfigurieren will, schließt man nicht das Adapterkabel direkt an die Anlage an, sondern zunächst das zur Anlage gehörende serielle Kabel (9 Pin-Stecker - sofern noch vorhanden) und dann daran das Adapterkabel. Wenn dann der Treiber ordnungsgemäß installiert wurde, wird beim verbinden automatisch die COM1-Schnittstelle belegt. Da die USB-Anschlüsse aber in der Regel nicht COM1 sind, muss der Anschluss in COM1 umbenannt werden. Dazu geht man in den Gerägemanager, ruft den Anschluss auf und muss sich dann soweit durchklicken (bis erweitert), bis man dahin kommt wo umbenannt werden kann. Dann funzt alles einwandfrei. Ich bin mehr als zufrieden.

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