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Cat-5e Cables
All Cat‑5e connections between A‑Net devices should use Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable. The cable can be
of the stranded or solid type; solid wire performs better over long distances, while stranded wire is more flexible
and easier to manipulate and therefore easier to work with in a live performance situation.
Cables designated as Cat‑5e in Pro64 documentation can be interchanged with any Cat‑6 (or better) cable. Cables
will be referred to simply as “Cat‑5e.”
Connectors on Cat‑5e cables used with Pro64 devices can be of the standard RJ45 variety or locking Neutrik
EtherCon type.
Cleaning
Before cleaning a Pro64 product, turn off the power switch and unplug the unit from the AC power source.
To clean the surface of the Pro64 product use a clean, soft lint‑free cloth that has been slightly moistened with
water only. For tougher dirt, use a cloth slightly dampened with water or with a mild detergent. Always be sure to
dry the surface of the unit before proceeding with use.
When cleaning your Aviom products, never spray cleaners directly onto the product surfaces. Instead, spray a small
amount of the cleaning solution onto a clean cloth first. Then use the dampened cloth to clean the product.
Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners on the finished surfaces of your Aviom products.
AC Power
The following applies to the host device that the 6416Y2 A‑Net Interface Card is installed in.
Always plug the unit into a properly grounded (earthed) outlet. Always use the AC line cord that was shipped with
the unit. Grasp the power cable by the connector and never by the cord itself when connecting and disconnecting
it from the power source.
Do not expose the Pro64 device to moisture, rain, or excessively damp environments.
AC Line Conditioning
Aviom products are digital devices and as such are sensitive to sudden spikes and drops in the AC line voltage.
Changes in the line voltage from lightning, power outages, etc., can sometimes damage electronic equipment.
To minimize the chance of damage to your equipment from sudden changes in the AC line voltage, you may want
to plug your equipment into a power source that has surge and spike protection. Power outlet strips are available
with built‑in surge protection circuits that may help protect your equipment.
Other options for protection of your equipment include the use of an AC line conditioner or a battery backup
system (sometimes referred to as an
uninterruptible power supply
, or UPS).
