6 Network Hardware Recommendations

LinkSys WAP200

802.3af compatible

256 bit secure encryption

RangeBooster™ technology increases range and decreases dead spots using standard antennae

Good results even with obstructive objects in broadcast path

Accepts standards-based PoE (IEEE 802.3af) or external DC power

Manufacturer website: www.linksys.com or www.3com.com

6.1.3Recommended network cabling: Belden 1305A

Although Belden 1305A is a stranded-type cable providing high resilience against failure from repetitive bending or stressing, it ex- hibits a loss of 26.4 dB instead of the 24

dB that is stated in the Cat-5e requirements. This limits the recommended length to 90.9 m. Please be aware that Lab.gruppen has not verified perfor- mance at the maximum length.

Belden 1305A Cat-6 cable

4 pair / 8 conductor

Wire pairs are glued together to resist bend failure

Approved for both indoor and outdoor applications

Operating temperature of -20 C to +60 C

Manufacturer website: www.belden.com

6.1.4Recommended network connectors: LEMO-type multipin connector

The Neutrik EtherConRJ45 connector has come into wide use in the touring business. However, Neutrik

only guarantees the performance of the EtherCon for 1000 mating cycles.

In order to provide a more reliable long-term solu- tion, Lab.gruppen recommends the circular metal push-pull connector from LEMO®. These connectors are rated to withstand 5000 mating cycles, and are available in both crimped and soldered versions.

LEMO connectors

Rated at 5000 insertions

Operational from -50 C to + 200 C

Nickel / brass construction

Manufacturer website: www.lemo.com

Recommended part numbers:

Female panel connector PEG.2K.308.CYMC75

Male cable connector FGG.2K.308.CYCC75Z

Female panel connector PHG.2K.308.CYMC75Z

In order to use the LEMO connector one must use the following pin out. Pins 4 and 6 are “shifted”. If the connector is made with a pin-to-pin wiring configuration, the

connection will work for 100BASE-TX, but not for 1000BASE-T.

RJ-45 LEMO

 

1

1

orange/white

2

2

orange

3

3

green/white

4

6

blue

5

5

blue/white

6

4

green

7

7

brown/white

8

8

brown

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3Com PLM Series manual LinkSys WAP200, Recommended network cabling Belden 1305A, Belden 1305A Cat-6 cable, Lemo connectors

NCG-PLM, PLM Series specifications

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