Patton electronic 2173R - Manual (Page 10)

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Figure 2. Model 2173R panel
3.1 CONNECTING THE TWISTED-PAIR LINE INTERFACE
The Model 2173R supports communication between two peer Ethernet
LAN sites over a distance of up to 5,500 ft (1.6 km) over 24 AWG
(0.5 mm) twisted-pair wire.
Note Actual distance and link performance may vary depending on
the environment and type/gauge of wire used.
Follow the steps below to connect the Model 2173R CopperLINK Inter-
faces.
Note The Model 2173R units work in pairs. One of the units must be
configured as a (L) Local unit, and the other unit must be config-
ured as a (R) Remote unit. It does not matter which end is the L
and which is the R. The link is always initiated by the R unit. As
long as the L unit is powered on, the R unit can establish a link
by being powered on or by having its power reset.
1. To function properly, the two Model 2173Rs must be connected
together using twisted-pair, unconditioned, dry, metal wire, between
19 (0.9mm) and 26 AWG (0.4mm). Leased circuits that run through
signal equalization equipment are not acceptable.
The Interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for
external use and shall be rated for the proper applica-
tion with respect to voltage, current, anticipated tem-
perature, flammability, and mechanical serviceability.
CopperLINK
twisted-pair
RJ-45 interface
2173R
(RJ-45)
Power
jack
Ethernet
port 1
Ethernet
port 2
Eth ern et 1
Link Pow
er
CopperLink 2173R
Ruggedized Ethernet Extender
Ethe rnet
2 1
Pow er
5V; 0
.6A
Line
Eth ern
et 2
Rem
ote
Loc
al
CAUTION