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What is Category 5?
Category 5 (sometimes referred to as
Cat-5
) describes a commonly used type of high
performance network cabling. It is used mainly for data transmission purposes to
connect computers, modems and other devices. A standard Category 5 patch cable
consists of four twisted pairs of copper wire terminated by RJ45 male connectors.
The cable assembly is used to provide connectivity between any two Category 5
female outlet jacks. A variation, called Category 5e (or Cat-5e), uses additional twists
in the cable to reduce interference in high-speed network applications.
The RJ45 connector looks similar to the connectors found on a telephone system,
only larger. The twisting of the wire pairs helps to shield the cable from unwanted
interference from electrical fields or radio interference (sometimes referred to as
“RF”). Cat-5 cabling supports frequencies up to 100 MHz and speeds up to 1000
Mbps.
Category 5 cables
Cables Used in the Aviom System
The Category 5 cables used with your Aviom system are interchangeable with any
standard Category 5 (or Cat-5e) cables. If you need a longer cable for a particular ap-
plication, any computer store should be able to supply you with an appropriate cable.
A qualified technician should be able to build custom cables to any length (up to the
maximum of 500 feet (about 150 meters) between components).
For fixed or permanent installations, you have the option of running Category 5
cables inside walls and terminating them with readily available wall panel connectors
that include the RJ45 jack. (Solid wire is recommended for permanent installations.)
Note
: When purchasing Category 5 cables, be sure to buy only standard Cat-5
cables, not those sold as
crossover
cables. A crossover cable is used for
file transfer between two computers. It is
not
compatible with your Aviom
equipment.
