PCI express to Serial Communication

k_dhiraj

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Hello All,



I have an application that is currently using FTDI USB to serial converter for communication between PC and Controller @ a baudrate of 250kbps with a TTL level output.



We are finding that while we need to transmit between 10-15 bytes of data, the USB frame size is much larger (4kb?) and consequently we are encountering a delay - a lag in processing. (we assume this is the reason for the delayed communication - any experience here would be enlightening)



We are looking for an alternative means of interfacing with the PC through a PCI to Serial communication card. Considering the existing built components, such a card must operate at the 250kb baud at TTL voltage levels.



Do let me know if there is a suggestion on what card can be used for this application.


 
The delay in USB communication comes from the fact that USB is polled protocol. Make sure you have set FTDI serial driver latency to 1ms.

As for finding a serial card capable of operating at 250kbps - I have been trying to find one for ages. A company making ones offered to customize their existing cards for NRE of $10,000 ;(