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6
Multiple Sensor Boxes
Multiple Sensor Boxes can be connected together, up to a maximum of 31, to form
a network (see wiring diagram). The recommended network cable is Cat5 twisted
pair (not supplied).
To connect the Sensor Boxes to a PC/Laptop device there are two options:
1. Connect both the RS485 - USB Cable and Cat5 cable to the Network (NET) port
of one Sensor Box. Recommended for permanent connection.
2. Connect both the RS485 Socket and Cat5 cable to the Network (NET) port of
one Sensor Box. Recommended for temporary connection.
R
R
O
O
Bk
Bk
Bn
Y
Cat5 cable
Designate one
twisted pair as “ 1 ”
& “ 2 ” connections
and one twisted
pair as “3” & “4”
connections.
Option 1
RS485 - USB
(supplied)
USB
RS-485
Option 2
RS485 Socket
(supplied separately)
1
1
1
1
+
2
2
2
2
0
3
3
3
3
B
4
4
4
4
A