TD 93021US
17 July 2017 / Ver. PF3
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Installation Guide
teleCARE IP
3
System LAN Cabling
3.1
Ethernet Switch
The 8-port Ethernet Switch, Ascom part number APS5001, shall be used with the teleCARE IP system and
can be purchased through Ascom.
WARNING:
Use of any Ethernet Switch other than Ascom part number
APS5001
violates the UL
2560 listing.
3.1.1 Ethernet Switch DIN Rail Mounting
The Ethernet Switch shall be mounted on a 1.5in (35mm) DIN-rail, which can be mounted on a wall. See
instructions inside the Ethernet Switch Installation Guide provided with the switch.
3.1.2 Ethernet Switch 19” Rack and Cabinet Mounting
The Ethernet Switch can be mounted into a 19in (483mm) rack secured to a DIN Rail, which must be
attached with screws or other fixtures to the rack and must not be easily movable.
3.1.3 Ethernet Switch Installation – Seismic
For installations requiring seismic considerations, refer to OSHPD Installation Requirements and
Instructions, document number 3101998, for selection, sourcing, and installation of racks and cabinets.
After the racks or cabinets are installed, the Ethernet Switch can then be installed into a cabinet or rack,
in accordance with the instructions described in 3.1.2.
WARNING:
• Use only the cabinets or rack listed in the OSHPD Installation Requirements and Instructions
document (P/N 3101998).
• Do not use the uninterruptible power supplies described in the OSHPD installation document. The
battery backup for the teleCARE IP system must be provided by the power supply described in
section 4.2, 24Vdc / 8 Amp Power Supply (Seismic).
• Use the rack mounting accessories described in section 3.1.2 to mount the Ethernet switch to the
rack or cabinet.
• Do not apply the OSHPD Label to the rack, cabinet or, Ethernet Switch. If an OSHPD label is
required, contact your Ascom Sales Representative.
3.1.4 Ethernet Switch Power
The Ethernet Switch must be powered by the 24Vdc / 3 Amp Power Supply Ascom model APS5000
described in Section 4 of this manual. The power conductors must be in accordance with the
requirements specified in section 4.4 and connected to the four-pin removable keyed connector provided
with the unit. Power connections to the Ethernet Switch shall be in accordance with the Figure 2.
Figure 2. Ethernet Switch Power Connection