Access Controller AMC-4W
Installing the AMC-4W
Bosch Security Systems | V.3.1/2006-09 Installation
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5.6.
RS485 Host Interface
An RS485 host system can consist of different and multiple devices.
Figure 13: Configuration of an RS485 host system
Please read the “AMC-MUX installation guide” for more information.
The following conditions apply for an RS485 bus system:
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A bus system consists of a bus line and/or one or more branch lines.
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Cable lengths exceeding 100m or 300ft must be installed as bus lines.
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Branch lines are branching connections from a bus line. If a branch line is
used the spur line should be attached directly to the device.
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Bus devices are the AMC-4W.
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Peripheral devices are card readers, door control units, locks, signals, alarm
devices, etc. which are connected to the AMC-4W.
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Maximum cable length of a bus line must not exceed 1200m or 4000ft.
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The cable length of branch lines must not exceed 100m or 300ft.