Ethernet Connection; Cabling And Rj-45 Connector Wiring; Choosing A Network Cable - Extron electronics ISM 482 User Manual

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Ethernet connection

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Cabling and RJ-45 connector wiring

It is vital that your Ethernet cables be the correct cables, and that they be properly
terminated with the correct pinout.

Choosing a network cable

Ethernet links use Category (CAT) 3, 4, 5, 5e, or 6, unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or
shielded twisted pair (STP) cables, terminated with RJ-45 connectors. Ethernet
cables are limited to 328' (100 m).
The cable used depends on your network speed. The ISM supports both 10 Mbps
(10Base-T — Ethernet) and 100 Mbps (100Base-T — Fast Ethernet), half-duplex and
full-duplex, Ethernet connections.
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2-6 Integration Scaling Matrix Switcher • Installation
Ethernet port — If desired connect the switcher to an Ethernet LAN or WAN
via this RJ-45 connector. Ethernet control allows the operator to control the
switcher from a remote location. When connected to an Ethernet LAN or
WAN , the switcher can be accessed and operated from a computer running a
standard Internet browser.
Ethernet connection indicators — The Link and Act LEDs indicate the status
of the Ethernet connection.
The Link LED indicates that the switcher is properly connected to an
Ethernet LAN. This LED should light steadily.
The Act LED indicates transmission of data packets on the RJ-45
connector. This LED should flicker as the switcher communicates.
Do not use standard telephone cables. Telephone cables will not support
Ethernet or Fast Ethernet.
Do not stretch or bend cables. Transmission errors can occur.
10Base-T Ethernet requires, at a minimum, CAT 3 UTP or STP cable.
100Base-T Fast Ethernet requires, at a minimum, CAT 5 UTP or STP cable.