Extron Electronics MLS 608 D Series User Guide - Manual (Page 19)

NOTES: • Transmission distance varies greatly depending on the signal resolution,
and the type of cable, graphics card and display used in the system.
• Shielded twisted pair cable provides added protection from outside
interference and increases overall signal transmission distance.
Extron recommends using shielded twisted pair for optimal performance.
When using STP cable, terminate the cable as follows:
1. For each cable, peel back the cable shielding from the end of the cable 7/8 inch
[2.2 cm]) and fold it back.
Peel back shield and
fold back.
Figure 6. Peeling Back the Cable Shielding
2. Cut away and discard the clear cellophane inner wrapper from the end of the
cable back to the folded-over cable shielding.
3. Peel the backing off the self-adhesive shielded aluminum tape and wrap it around
the folded-over cable shielding, slightly overlapping the beginning of the tape.
Aluminum Tape
Wrap tape around folded foil shielding with a slight overlap.
Cut and save the excess tape for other connectors.
Figure 7. Wrapping the Shielded Tape
4. Cut the unused portion of the shielded tape and retain for further uses.
5. Feed each individual wire into the appropriate slot of the RJ-45 connector and
crimp the cable in the normal manner, folding the tangs at the end of the
connector over the shielded tape.
Crimped Connector
Figure 8. Crimped RJ-45 Connector
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