Teac MX-2424 v1.15 - Manual (Page 28)

ViewNet MX
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Ethernet Patch Cable
In a standard Fast Ethernet configuration with more than twodevices, a hub is used to provide a central
means of connecting the units to each other. The cables used to connect each of the devices to the hub are
standard Ethernet patch cables. These are typically available at computer stores in a variety of lengths.
Keep in mind that only cat 5 UTP type cable should be used with ViewNet MX. These cables are wired
directly through pin to pin.For direct connection between two Ethernet devices where no hub is used, see
the next section on crossover cables.
Ethernet Crossover Cable Wiring
When connecting two Ethernet devices together directly (without a Hub), a crossover cable must be used.
This type of cable is available from TASCAM or most computer stores.
Ethernet Hubs
When more than one MX-2424 is used in a network configuration with ViewNet MX, an Ethernet hub is
required to connect the individual MX-2424’s and computers running the ViewNet MX software into a
networked system.
There are many commercially available hubs, which can be used with ViewNet MX. Any computer
network hub that is a 100BaseT hub (Fast Ethernet) should work.
Using ViewNet with existing LANs
It is not recommended that the ViewNet MX network be run on the same physical network as a regular
business LAN (Local Area Network) which also carries other network traffic such as company email and
Internet access. Running the ViewNet MX network under these circumstances may adversely affect the
speed of the network and the responsiveness of the ViewNet MX application. If the ViewNet MX
network must coexist with a company LAN, it is advisable that it be segregated from the rest of the
network traffic by means of a network switch or router which isolates traffic of the two sections of the
network to minimize interference. Check with the Information Systems manager or Network manager for
your company network to properly configure such systems.