Sensor Port Expansion Bus
The Sensor Port Expansion Bus is located at the top of the JNIOR between the
POWER and AUX serial port. This is a proprietary 6-wire communication bus.
INTEG provides a number of expansion modules that are connected in a
daisy-chain fashion to this port. These modules include a Power 4ROUT module
offering 10A relays, both 10V and 4-20ma analog modules, and a rack-mounted
Control Panel. In addition there are temperature and humidity sensors
available.
CABLES
Standard length cables are supplied with purchased expansion modules. Custom
length cables may be requested or constructed by the customer. The maximum
overall network length should not exceed 50 feet or 15 meters.
Wire - 6-conductor flat modular cable (26 AWG)
Plug - 6p6c (RJ12) unshielded IDC (2 required)
Tool - RJ11/RJ12/RJ45 Network & Phone Crimp Tool
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Note: Tab locations for proper cable construction.
The cable, connectors and crimp tool are easily found at local hardware
stores or online. These will often cost less than a single shipment of
custom cables from INTEG and leave you with the ability to create and adjust
as many cables as needed. Customized cable lengths can greatly improve the
appearance, organization and reliability of your installation.
NOTES
Devices generally are connected in a serial daisy-chain fashion. The network
length is measured from the JNIOR to the furthest connected device. Success
with various cable lengths will be highly dependent on factors many of which
are not predictable. Your experiences may vary. Operation is not guaranteed
with network lengths over 20 feet or 6 meters. Performance is also dependent
on the number and types of modules employed.
If a sensor must be located far from the JNIOR consider placing the JNIOR
closer to the sensor as opposed to a lengthy cable. This will reduce
communications errors and retries which ultimately will improve performance.
SEE ALSO
HELP Topics:
MODELS
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