Chapter 2: Installation
Installation Guidelines
MANU-MAXIMUS-02
Maximus Reference Manual
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Revision-02
Installation Guidelines
The standard Maximus is designed to operate indoors. Exposure to outdoor elements, such as
rain or snow, voids the manufacturer warranty and may cause damage to the device. Select a
location with adequate lighting (away from direct sunlight) and accessibility so employees can
operate the terminal safely. The terminal should be mounted on a vibration-free surface.
For more information about environmental requirements, see
.
Installation Choices
You must choose:
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How the host computer communicates with the terminal.
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How to supply power to the terminal.
Wiring Distances
The Maximus can communicate with a host computer in these ways:
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10/100 BASE-T Ethernet (standard)
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RS232 (option)
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Dial-up modem (option)
When you have chosen a communication method, run the required wiring from the host
computer to the location selected for mounting the terminal. Sections below give more detail
for each type of communication. Be sure the distance from the terminal’s location to the host
computer does not exceed the wire length limitation of the connection type you plan to use.
These limits are shown in
If you are using a modem connection, there must be an analog telephone jack available at the
terminal’s location.
Table 2-1
Wire Length Limitations
Connection Type
Maximum Terminal-to-Host Distance
Ethernet 10/100BASE-T
328 wire-feet (100 meters) from terminal to Ethernet hub or
switch
RS232
50 wire-feet
