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8.2 Power & I/O Cable Details
The Power & I/O cable (CCFCCBL1-L) that is used for the CCFC camera has
an outdoor environmentally rated connector on one end and discrete wire
pigtails on the other that allow for flexible termination. When making the cable
connection to the camera, the notch positions must always line up and care
should be taken not to cross-thread the connector.
For information about the available cable options, see Appendix A.
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24-AWG 3 pair (6 conductor) Individually Shielded Cables with
Santoprene jacket.
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IP-68 rated connector at the camera end.
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10 inch pigtail for termination at the datalogger end.
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3 Single Pole 16-20AWG Grey Push Operated Connector Terminals.
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Maximum recommended cable length is 20 m (65 feet).
Longer cable lengths can be used; however, a user-supplied heavier gauge of
wire is suggested. It is recommended that the individual wire resistance on the
12 Vdc and Ground conductors not exceed 0.7 Ohms. Using a longer cable in
conjunction with RS-232 communications requires slower BAUD rates.
Depending on the cable length and type of cable, RS-232 may not be suitable
for communications and the use of RS-485 should be considered. If there are
any uncertainties, contact Campbell Scientific Canada.
8.3 Ethernet
Cables
The Ethernet connection can be used to configure the camera settings as well as
for targeting and focusing the camera. The Ethernet port of the CCFC is auto
MDIX; therefore, an Ethernet crossover cable is not required when connecting
the camera to other devices.
A standard CAT5 (or better) Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors can be used
to interface to the camera in indoor conditions or for temporary connection
outdoors when conditions permit. When an Ethernet connection is required for
permanent outdoor installations or when a connection to the camera is required
in wet or harsh conditions, the Environmental Ethernet Cable (CCFCCBL2-L)
assembly needs to be used. Campbell Scientific Canada recommends the use of
the environmentally sealed cable at all times when outdoors.
The Environmental Ethernet Cable assembly provides one end with an
environmental connector that provides a weather proof connection when
properly mated to the camera. The other end of the cable consists of a standard
RJ45 connector. The Environmental Ethernet Cable is meant to provide an
Ethernet connection between the CCFC and a local network, router, cellular
modem, or laptop.
Details of the Environmental Ethernet Cable are:
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CAT5E Shielded cable with polyurethane jacket.
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IP68 environmentally rated RJ45 connector on one end and a regular
RJ45 connector on the other end.
