Patton electronic 2157, 2156 user manual Installation, Connecting the TWISTED-PAIR Line Interface

3.0 INSTALLATION

Because the CopperLink Ethernet Extenders require no configuration, they can be installed quickly. Installation consists of the following:

•Connect the line interface between the units (refer to section 3.1, “Connecting the Twisted-Pair Line Interface” on page 8)

Note See Figure 2 for the rear-panel connectors locations.

•Connect the Ethernet interface (refer to section 3.2, “Line Interface— Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet Interface” on page 9).

•Connect the power plug (refer to section 3.3, “Connecting Power” on page 11).

Figure 2. CopperLink Ethernet Extender rear panel

3.1 CONNECTING THE TWISTED-PAIR LINE INTERFACE

The Models 2156 and 2157 support communication between two peer Ethernet LAN sites over a distance greater than 30,000 ft (9,144 m) over 24 AWG (0.5 mm) twisted-pair wire.

Note The Models 2156 and 2157 use an auto-rate adaption feature to provide the fastest data rate possible over the wire and distance of each Ethernet extension. The actual distance and rate achieved for Ethernet extension may vary depending on the environment and type/gauge of the wire used.

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