PowerStar™ IV
11
Connecting Port Cable to Terminal Devices
NOTE: When twisted pair cable is used, compatible baluns must
be selected according to the chart on page 4, the RJ-11 or RJ-45
connector pin settings must be configured as shown on page 8,
and the polarity switch must be set as shown on page 18.
NOTE: Terminal devices must be connected ONLY to port
connectors that carry an installed link signal.
To connect twisted pair cable from PowerStar™ IV ports to
terminal devices:
1. Locate or build twisted pair cables that conform to
specifications on page 23 and to conditions noted above,
with minimum length of 25 feet (7.6 meters) and with
male RJ-11 or RJ-45 plug connectors installed at both
cable ends
2. Install balun at terminal device RJ-11 or RJ-45 jack
connector.
3. Connect male RJ-11 or RJ-45 plug connector at one end of
cable to balun.
4. Connect male RJ-11 or RJ-45 plug connector at other end
of cable to PowerStar™ IV RJ-11 or RJ-45 jack connector.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 until all terminal devices are installed.
4. OPERATION
The PowerStar™ IV normally requires no intervention beyond
occasionally monitoring the status LEDs.
5. MAINTENANCE
WARNING: DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
open and attempt to repair the PowerStar™ IV. Failure to
observe this warning could result in personal injury or
death from electrical shock.
NOTE: Failure to observe the above warning will immediately void
the warranty.
Technical Support Contact
For assistance in fault isolation and in maintaining the PowerStar™
IV, contact:
Technical Support
(800) 260-1312
or your local distributor.
