ZS112x, USB Switch
USB switch for switching between two upstream and eight downstream ports.
Overview
The ZS112x, USB Switch allows for switching between eight devices and two hosts. It accept commands over USB serial-based command interface, typically connected to a PC and provides two upstream ports with Type-B connectors and eight downstream ports with Type-A connectors. The USB Switch has built-in overcurrent, undervoltage lockout (UVLO) protections to ensure safe operations under abnormal operating conditions.
The ZS112x family includes the following variants.
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ZS1120: A USB 3.0 Switch that supports SuperSpeed, High-Speed, Full-Speed, and Low-Speed USB devices.
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ZS1121: A USB 2.0 Switch that supports High-Speed, Full-Speed, and Low-Speed USB devices.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
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Power Supply & Command Port |
USB Type Mini-B connector |
Downstream Ports |
8 x USB standard Type-A connectors |
Upstream Ports |
2 x USB standard Type-B connectors |
Programming Interface |
Serial Command |
Current Consumption |
50 mA |
Dimension |
214 mm x 88 mm x 32 mm |
Key Features
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Designed for software-controlled switching between eight downstream ports and two host (upstream) ports.
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Implemented with USB redrivers and multiplexers that compensates for Inter-Symbol Interference (ISI) using receiver or transmitter equalization.
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Compatible with a range of USB peripherals, including printers, scanners, external hard drives, and more.
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Easy to control via terminal software through control port.
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It has built-in device overcurrent detection.
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Per-Port LEDs:
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Indicate whether a port is selected or deselected.
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Indicate when an overcurrent error has occurred.
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