ACTi PIOC-0200 USB to RS-232 Serial Converter Cable
Overview
The ACTi PIOC-0200 is a USB-to-RS-232 serial converter cable that bridges modern USB-equipped control systems to legacy RS-232 serial devices. This cable solves a specific integration problem: when deploying ACTi thermal imaging cameras or other serial-dependent surveillance equipment in retrofit installations, you often have a PC or NVR with only USB ports available, but the device requires traditional RS-232 serial communication for configuration, telemetry, or control. The PIOC-0200 eliminates the need for separate adapters or USB-serial breakout boards by combining the connector and conversion in a single cable assembly.
Compatibility
The PIOC-0200 is designed for ACTi thermal imaging platforms and surveillance systems that rely on RS-232 serial interfaces for device setup and operation. If you are integrating ACTi thermal cameras into a mixed-protocol environment where your control infrastructure uses USB but the camera or edge device expects RS-232, this cable provides direct point-to-point connectivity. Verify your specific ACTi device documentation to confirm RS-232 port requirements before ordering—not all ACTi models require serial connectivity.
Installation Notes
Install the PIOC-0200 by connecting the USB end to any available USB 2.0 or 3.0 port on your control system (PC, NVR, or similar host) and the RS-232 end to the serial port on your ACTi device. Most modern operating systems (Windows, Linux) will recognize the converter as a standard serial COM port without requiring drivers; however, confirm driver availability from ACTi or the chipset manufacturer if your system is offline or restricted. The cable is factory-assembled and should not require field modification. Keep cable runs under 15 feet when possible to minimize signal degradation on the RS-232 side.
