{"product_id":"5417-1251-dpc-usb-communication-device-woodward","title":"5417-1251 DPC USB Communication Device Woodward","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eWoodward 5417-1251\u003c\/b\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cb\u003e5417-1251\u003c\/b\u003e DPC USB Communication Device, operates as a dedicated hardware component for peer-to-peer data transfer and controller parameterization within Woodward control networks. The device links host PC USB interfaces directly to target engine and genset controllers via an RJ45 physical connector, implementing signal-level conversion and built-in galvanic isolation during diagnostic and setup operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5417-1251\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoodward\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Dongle Cable Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-20 deg C to +70 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB Bus Powered (\u0026lt;= 2.5 W)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHost Interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB Standard Type-A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eController Interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRJ45 Modular Plug\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignal Level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-standard RS232 with internal voltage divider (5 V to 3.5 V conversion)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIsolation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated Galvanic Isolation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasYgen-1500, EasYgen-2000, DTSC-200, LSS Controllers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware Driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated USB Virtual COM Driver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarmonic Distortion Suppression in Data Signaling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe communication device incorporates internal filtering and voltage level transformation logic designed for harmonic distortion suppression during high-speed serial data exchanges. Operating in electrically noisy environments near generator stators and power switches, the module converts standard 5 V logic to 3.5 V internal levels across a dedicated voltage divider. Combined with integrated galvanic isolation, this interface prevents ground loops and electrical noise from disrupting telemetry data and governor configuration profiles during live controller tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Why does the RJ45 physical connector output non-standard RS232 voltage levels?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The onboard voltage divider scales standard 5 V signal logic down to 3.5 V to match the low-voltage serial transceivers on target EasYgen and DTSC controller motherboards, preventing over-voltage damage to internal UART circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is an external power supply required to operate the communication dongle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No external power supply is required; the device draws operating power directly from the host computer 5 VDC USB bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does galvanic isolation protect the host computer during online setup?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The internal galvanic isolation barrier decouples the computer USB ground from the target generator controller chassis ground, preventing circulating ground currents and electrical transients from reaching the PC motherboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload and install the dedicated Woodward USB device driver on the host PC prior to attaching the hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert the USB Type-A connector into an available USB port on the host PC running the configuration software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the RJ45 modular plug into the designated service interface jack of the target controller until the locking tab engages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm that the virtual COM port assignment is established in the host PC operating system device manager before launching communication utilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisconnect the RJ45 plug upon completion of parameter programming to prevent strain on the controller service port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Woodward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50734087340284,"sku":"5417-1251","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/5417-12512.jpg?v=1785289627","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/es\/products\/5417-1251-dpc-usb-communication-device-woodward","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}