Smart Avi AVRouter - Manual (Page 8)

AVRouter Manual Version 1.0
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Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2: Installation
Connecting the Communication Cable: RS422 Connecting the Communication Cable: RS422 Connecting the Communication Cable: RS422 Connecting the Communication Cable: RS422 Connecting the Communication Cable: RS422
Each unit can be controlled by a RS422 port connected via a RJ45 on the front of the chassis. Two
connectors are provided for expansion, allowing a simple Cat 5 patch cable to link to additional
units. The SmartControl software will be used to control the units.
There are 2 adapters:
• RS232 to RS422 adapter (Connects to the serial port on your computer)
• RS422 to RJ45 adapter (connects to the other adapter as well as the AVRouter Unit)
1. Connect the RS232 to RS422 adapter into the control computer by connecting the
female RS232 connector into the male RS232 connector of the PC. Turn the side screws
so that it does not accidentally become disconnected
2. Connect the RS422 to RJ45 adapter to the other adapter by connecting the female end
into the male connector of the other adapter.
3. Run a single UTP CAT5 cable from this connector to the front of the AVRouter unit.
4. Connect CAT5 connector to the COMMS connector on the right.