SILENT KNIGHT IFP-2000, Installation And Operation Manual

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Networking
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5.4.1 Network Repeater Types
Network repeaters are available in two configurations. See Figure 5-4
1. P/N IFP-RPT-UTP is used for twisted pair copper wiring up to 3000 ft. between panels.
2. P/N IFP-RPT-FO is used for fiber optic cable or twisted pair wiring between panels.
Figure 5-4 Types of Network Repeaters
The IFP-RPT-UTP repeater is used for connecting panels via unshielded twisted pair wiring
up to a maximum wiring distance of 3000 feet. The IFP-RPT-FO repeater is used for
connecting panels via fiber optic cable up to a maximum signal loss of 8dB. The IFP-RPT-FO
repeater also has connections for unshielded twisted pair wiring so that either fiber optic cable
or unshielded twisted pair wiring can be used for connecting panels.
Due to the physical size of the repeaters it is difficult to mount them directly in the IFP-2000
cabinet. Accessory kits for the repeaters are available that include a small cabinet with door,
key, mounting hardware, 5 foot ribbon cable to connect the repeater to the control panel and
the repeater printed circuit board. The accessory kit part numbers are:
1. IFP-RPT-UTP-KIT - Wired twisted pair network repeater card and cabinet kit.
2. IFP-RPT-FO-KIT- Fiber optic network repeater card and cabinet kit.