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MDE-5411A ForeHB Islander Prime Installation Manual · October 2018
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4.7 Wiring the Peripherals
Preliminary Guidelines
The communication cable shield must be grounded at one end-side only, preferably at the
controller installation side (see
Figure 16: Communications Cable Wiring
4.7.2 TLG Wiring
RS-232/LAN is used for communication between the TLG and Islander Prime.
Follow these installation requirements when installing the RS-232/LAN communication lines:
Note: These requirements must be compatible with the recommendations of the TLG
manufacturer.
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Distance
: The following distances must be adhered to when installing the communication
lines:
- RS-232: 1 - 50 feet (1 - 15 m) for direct connection to a TLG device
- LAN: 1- 330 feet (100 m) for direct connection to a TLG device
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Conduit
: All direct connect RS-232/LAN cable must be in a low voltage conduit away
from any AC wires.
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Cable
: The type of cable used is determined by the device to which it is connected. The
wire used must be stranded and not a solid core. Select a cable specification in accordance
with local environment conditions.