Patton electronic 1004S - Manual (Page 8)

Figure 4 shows how to wire the two-pair cables properly for a
Model 1004 star topology. Note that the ground connection is not
needed.
4.2.2 DAISY CHAIN TOPOLOGY
Using a daisy chain topology, you may connect several Model
1004s together in a master/slave arrangement. Maximum distance
between the units will vary based upon the number of drops, data rate,
wire gauge, etc. Call Technical Support for specific distance estimates.
Figure 5 shows how to wire the two-pair cables properly for a
Model 1004 daisy chain topology. Note that the ground connection is
not needed.
Optional Connection: Dual Modular Jacks
To facilitate daisy chaining, the Model 1004 is available in a
“DRJ11” (dual RJ-11) or “DRJ45” (dual RJ-45) version. These units
have two specially wired modular jacks for twisted pair connection.
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HOST FIRST SLAVE SECOND SLAVE
XMT+ RCV+
RCV+
XMT- RCV-
RCV-
RCV+ XMT+
XMT+
RCV- XMT-
XMT-
Figure 4. Star wiring for Model 1004 host and slaves
HOST FIRST SLAVE OTHER SLAVE(S)
XMT+---------------------RCV+-----------------------RCV+
XMT- --------------------RCV- -----------------------RCV-
RCV+---------------------XMT+-----------------------XMT+
RCV- --------------------XMT- -----------------------XMT-
Figure 5. Daisy chain wiring for Model 1004 host and slaves
With the dual modular units, you won't need to build cumbersome
“Y” cables for your daisy chain application. Simply use a crossover
cable to go between the host and the first slave (see Section 4.1.2 for
crossover cable wiring instructions), and straight through cables
between the slaves.
4.3 CONNECTION TO THE RS-232 INTERFACE
Once you have properly configured the Model 1004 and connect-
ed the twisted pair wires correctly, simply plug the Model 1004 directly
into the DB-25 port of the RS-232 device. Remember to insert and
tighten the two captive connector screws.
(Note: If you must use a cable to connect the Model 1004 to the
RS-232 device, make sure it is a straight through cable of the shortest
possible length—we recommend 6 feet or less).
4.4 OPERATING THE MODEL 1004
Once the Model 1004 is properly installed, it should operate trans-
parently—as if it were a standard cable connection. Operating power
is derived from the RS-232 data and control signals; there is no
“ON/OFF” switch. All data signals from the RS-232 and RS-485 inter-
faces are passed straight through. Additionally, one hardware flow
control signal is passed
in each direction .
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