The Isy Rear Panel - Universal Devices ISY-994i Series User Manual

1.5 The ISY Rear Panel

The rear panel of the ISY features the following:
The Power port is used to provide power to the ISY with an AC adapter. This may not be
necessary if using a 2412S PLM, but is required when using a 2413S PLM. Please use an AC
adapter that provides 5V DC, a minimum of 300mA, and is center terminal positive.
Even if using a 2412S PLM, there are several reasons why you may want to use a separate
AC adapter instead of power provided by the PLM:
 An AC adapter can be plugged into a UPS to help protect the ISY from power outages
and power surges. The PLM cannot be plugged into a UPS.
 Powering the ISY using a separate AC adapter may help improve (by a small amount)
the signal strength of the INSTEON PLM.
Port A is an RJ-45 connector used to attach your INSTEON PLM to the ISY. This allows the
ISY to communicate with your INSTEON devices. Please use a standard Category 5e
network patch cable (included) to connect your ISY to the PLM. WARNING: DO NOT use
this port to connect to an Ethernet router or switch.
The Monitor port is a micro USB port used for initial configuration for users without a
DCHP-enabled network, or for advanced troubleshooting. Please use a standard micro USB
cable to connect your ISY to an available USB port on your PC.
The Network jack is used to attach the ISY to your Ethernet network. Use a standard
Category 5e network patch cable (included) to plug your ISY into an available network jack
on your router or switch. If connecting directly to a PC for programming, please use an
Ethernet cross-over cable (not included). WARNING: DO NOT use this port to connect to
an INSTEON PLM.
Figure 2: ISY-994i Series Rear Panel
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