RJ45 connectors are
faster to make, easier to test, and are therefore more reliable. Making
RJ45 connections requires a high quality RJ45 crimp tool and the correct
type of RJ45 connector for Cat. 5, 4 twisted pair, stranded cable.
In addition, a cable tester that can test terminated wires already
in conduits is a must. For example the one shown at this link.
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Each
digital device comes with two RJ45 connectors which are parallel.
It doesn't matter which one is used as "IN" or "OUT".
Before
hooking up the bus, make sure to test the cable with an RJ45
remote tester to ensure that wiring was done correctly. This
handles 99% of wiring problems.
With
the proper tools, using RJ45 connectors to connect your lighting
control system can drastically reduce installation time and
troubleshooting.
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Typical
RJ45 connection to a relay panel. |
Typical
RJ45 connection to Chelsea switch. |
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