Patton electronic 2155 user manual Installation, Connecting the TWISTED-PAIR Line Interface

3.0 INSTALLATION

Because the CopperLink Ethernet Extender requires no configuration, it 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 7)

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

•Connect the Ethernet interface (refer to section 3.2, “Connecting 10Base-T Ethernet Port to PC (DTE)” on page 8 or section section 3.3, “Connecting 10Base-T Ethernet Port to Hub (DCE)” on page 8).

•Connect the power plug (refer to section 3.4, “Connecting Power” on page 9).

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Figure 2. CopperLink Ethernet Extender rear panel

3.1 CONNECTING THE TWISTED-PAIR LINE INTERFACE

The Model 2155 supports communication between two peer Ethernet LAN sites over a distance greater than 5 miles (8 km) over 24 AWG (0.5 mm) twisted-pair wire.

Follow the steps below to connect the CopperLink interfaces.

Note Model 2155 units work in pairs. One of the units must be a Model 2155/L (local) and the other unit must be a Model 2155/R (remote).

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