ECX
Ethernet Cable Extender
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
7898 Zionsville Road
Indianapolis, Indiana 46268
Telephone: (317) 842-2545
www.mssedco.com
Page 1
(/MANU) ECXv0218
Section 1
General Description
The ECX Ethernet Cable Extender enables cable runs for
the Intersector of up to 600 feet, doubling the allowable
distance.
Section 2
Installation
LOCATION
For maximum protection against water and temperature
extremes, locate the unit so that it is horizontal, shaded
from direct sunlight, and sheltered from rainfall/direct
immersion in water.
MOUNTING PLATE
The optional mounting plate is attached to the unit using
the two supplied tapping screws (spares included). It may
be fitted in two orientations, for 4-bolt mounting or offset
2-bold mounting, according to the space available.
Mounting hardware is not included, as this is specific to
each installation. Both mounting options are shown
below with a dimensioned template of the mounting
plate:
FIGURE 1
CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT:
Please follow the procedure below
carefully to ensure the best seal:
1. Fit a standard RJ45 plug to the network cable.
2. Thread the cable through the outer cap A.
3. Fit the split rubber grommet B over the cable.
4. Thread the cable through the inner cap C.
FIGURE 2
ASSEMBLING THE CONNECTOR
5. Fit the rubber washer D to the OUTREACH
connector, with the flat side facing inwards
6. Plug the RJ45 connector on the cable into
the OUTREACH
7. Holding the OUTREACH, screw the inner
cap C onto the OUTREACH connector and
tighten firmly. Tightening the inner cap C
before fitting the outer cap A prevents the
cable from twisting
8. Push in the grommet B and screw the outer
cap A tight. the cable is sealed when
the grommet B bulges to the edge of the
outer cap A
If the connector has to be removed:
1. Holding the inner cap C, fully unscrew the
outer cap A
2. Unscrew the inner cap C. Try to prevent the nut
on the connector from unscrewing with it
3. Check the connector nut and re-tighten if
necessary
4. Check that the rubber washer D has not
become stretched due to overtightening
5. Ensure all parts are dry before reassembly
Connect the ECX to the TCIB and Intersector as show in
Figure 3 (on page 2).
Section 3
Technical Data
Model............................................... ECX
Temperature Rating........................ -40°F to 140°F
(-40°C to 60°C)
Environmental Rating..................... IP66
Mounting plate thickness: 2mm
