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Chapter 2: Overview
2.4.2 Back Panel
Figure 2-2. Back panel of the scaler.
Table 2-2. Back panel components.
Number in
Figure 2-2
Component
Description
Picture
Specifications
1
DC power inlet/outlet
The scaler has a DC power plug-pack
input connector. Make sure the plug-
pack used is of an approved type and
is the correct current, voltage output,
and connector polarity: 12-VDC, 2-A
power supply.
Power jack:
DC jack: Inner OD = 2.1 mm
Outside OD = 5.5 mm
Power input: 12 VDC, 2 A
2
Ethernet connection
Connect a CAT5 cable to the Ethernet
port to control the scaler from a
computer.
8P8C/RJ-45 connector
3
RS-232 connection
Connect a serial cable to the RS-232 port
to control the scaler from a computer.
DB9 female connector
4
Link
Connect the link port for firmware
updates.
Terminal block connector
5
IR extender control
Supports remote control via IR extender.
Maximum extend distance reaches about
1000 feet (300 meters).
IR extender jack:
Female jack: Inner OD = 3.5 mm