Ethernet connection
The connection to the Ethernet bus is made via an RJ45 connector (a Western plug).
Cabling
Ethernet connection via hub or switch
Connect the PC's network card to the hub/switch using a standard Ethernet cable, and connect the hub/switch, again using a standard Ethernet cable, to the Bus Terminal controller.
Ethernet connection via cross-over cable
Use a crossover Ethernet cable to connect the PC directly with the Bus Terminal Controller.
Pin assignment of the RJ45 plug
|
PIN |
Signal |
Description |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
TD + |
Transmit + |
|
2 |
TD - |
Transmit - |
|
3 |
RD + |
Receive + |
|
4 |
- |
reserved |
|
5 |
- |
reserved |
|
6 |
RD - |
Receive - |
|
7 |
- |
reserved |
|
8 |
- |
reserved |