Aviom A-16 - Manual (Page 13)

Aviom A-16 Personal Monitor Mixing System
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What is Category 5?
Category 5 (sometimes referred to as Cat-5) describes a commonly used type of high
performance network cabling. It is used mainly for data transmission purposes to con-
nect computers, modems and other devices. A standard Category 5 patch cable consists
of four twisted pairs of copper wire terminated by RJ45 male connectors. The cable
assembly is used to provide connectivity between any two Category 5 female outlet
jacks. A variation, called Category 5e, uses additional twists in the cable to reduce
interference in high-speed network applications.
The RJ45 connector looks similar to the connectors found on a telephone system, only
larger. The twisting of the wire pairs helps to shield the cable from unwanted interfer-
ence from electrical fields or radio interference (sometimes referred to as “RF”). Cat-5
cabling supports frequencies up to 100 MHz and speeds up to 1000 Mbps.
Cables Used in the Aviom System
The Category 5 cables used with your Aviom system are interchangeable with any
standard Category 5 (or Cat 5e) cables. If you need a longer cable for a particular
application, any computer store should be able to supply you with an appropriate cable.
A qualified technician should be able to build custom cables to any length (up to the
maximum of 500 feet between components).
For fixed or permanent installations, you have the option of running Category 5 cables
inside walls and terminating them with readily available wall panels that include the
RJ45 jack.
Note: When purchasing Category 5 cables, be sure to buy only standard Cat-5
cables, not those sold as crossover cables. A crossover cable is used for file transfer
between two computers. It is not compatible with your Aviom equipment.
Category 5 cables