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straight-through cable to connect the controller to a MDI Compliant Hub or Switch. 
Alternatively, you may use a crossover cable to connect your controller directly to a PC, 
which is useful for commissioning purposes. Use only Category 5 (STP CAT5) shielded 
twisted-pair Ethernet cables. For strain relief, secure your Ethernet cable to the controller 
with the tie wraps included in the kit using the holes in the bottom controller flange. 
 
26 TXD +
4 SHLD
3
25 RXD -
24 RXD +
Do not run the communications lines in the same conduit as AC 
power. Direct connection to a PC may require the use of an 
Ethernet cross-over cable.
COMMUNICATION MASTER 
RXD +
27 TXD -
Use Shielded twisted-pair, Category 5 (STP CAT5) Ethernet cable.
Use Switch rather than Hub to maximize performance.
RXD -
TXD +TXD -SHLD
2
1
3
1
2
4
Ethernet Communications is mutually exclusive with the Second Current 
Output.
Maximum Distance 330 Ft.
26 TXD +
4 SHLD
3
25 RXD -
24 RXD +
Do not run the communications lines in the same conduit as AC 
power. Direct connection to a PC may require the use of an 
Ethernet cross-over cable.
COMMUNICATION MASTER 
RXD +
27 TXD -
Use Shielded twisted-pair, Category 5 (STP CAT5) Ethernet cable.
Use Switch rather than Hub to maximize performance.
RXD -
TXD +TXD -SHLD
2
1
3
1
2
4
Ethernet Communications is mutually exclusive with the Second Current 
Output.
4
Ethernet Communications is mutually exclusive with the Second Current 
Output.
Maximum Distance 330 Ft.
 
Figure 2-22 Ethernet Communications Option without Adaptor Board 
If you would rather wire your UDC to your Ethernet connection without using the 
Ethernet Adaptor Board, then Figure 2-22 and Table 2-8 show the connections for a 
UDC to a MDI Compliant Hub or Switch utilizing a straight-through cable or for 
connecting a UDC to a PC utilizing a crossover cable.