Input Point Module (AFI5100)

1.9Recommended Cable Specifications

The following table outlines the cable recommended for connection of an inte- grated security system:

Communication

 

 

 

 

Recommended Cable Specifications

 

Type

Core

Pairs

AWG

Stranding

Wire Type

Insulation

Shield

Jacket

 

RS485

4

2

28

7 x 36

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ braided shield

 

 

6

3

28

7 x 36

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ braided shield

 

 

8

4

28

7 x 36

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ braided shield

 

RS232

4

2

24

7 x 32

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ no braid

 

 

6

3

24

7 x 32

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ no braid

 

 

8

4

24

7 x 32

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ no braid

 

RS422

4

2

24

7 x 32

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ no braid

 

 

6

3

24

7 x 32

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ no braid

 

 

8

4

24

7 x 32

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ no braid

 

RJ-45

8

4

24

Solid

Bare

Polyethylene

Unshielded

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

 

 

 

8

4

24

7 x 32

Tinned

Polyethylene

Unshielded

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

 

 

RJ-12

8

4

24

Solid

Bare

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ no braid

 

 

8

4

24

7 x 32

Tinned

Polyethylene

Aluminium foil- Polyester tape

PVC

 

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

/ no braid

 

Power

2

1

18

19 x 30

Tinned

Polyethylene

Unshielded

PVC

(12/24 V DC)

 

 

 

 

Copper

 

 

 

The previous table provides a guideline for selecting an appropriate cable type only. Other cable types are also compatible with the system and can be used to achieve the same results.

1.10Programming and Firmware Download

The AFI5100 is programmed using the host software application via the ACC, or using the FLN Configurator Field Service Tool application. Please refer to the ap- propriate User’s Guide for more Information.

Information in this document is based on specifications believed correct at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes as design improvements are made.

 

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