FT4232H-56Q MINI MDL
Overview
The FT4232H-56Q MINI MDL is a compact USB 2.0 Hi-Speed bridge module that provides four independent serial ports. Based on the FT4232H IC, it handles the entire USB protocol on-chip and supports various interfaces including UART, JTAG, SPI, and I2C. Two of the four ports can be independently configured using the Multi-Protocol Synchronous Serial Engine (MPSSE) for high-speed synchronous communication.
Why Choose This Part
This module eliminates the need for external power by running directly off the USB bus and features a small USB Micro B connector for modern integration. It provides high-speed 480Mbps USB 2.0 throughput and offers massive flexibility through the MPSSE, which allows for custom serial protocols to be implemented at the hardware level.
Applications
Key Specifications
Getting Started
To use the module, connect it to a host PC via a Micro USB cable; it is compatible with UHCI, OHCI, and EHCI host controllers. Developers can use the FTDI D2XX drivers for direct hardware access or VCP drivers for standard serial port emulation. Configuration of the MPSSE modes for SPI or I2C is typically handled through the FT_Prog utility or custom C/C++ applications using provided API libraries.
