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The shield should be connected to the earth (Safety Ground).
The shield (safety ground) should be connected only on one side!
Approximate Distances & Baud rate
For one controller:
~2000 meters (~6500 feet) - 9600 Baud
~2500 meters (~8200 feet) - 4800 Baud
~3000 meters (~9800 feet) - 2400 Baud
For 10 controllers:
~1200 meter (~4000 feet) - 9600 Baud
~1800 meter (~6000 feet) - 4800 Baud
~2400 meter (~7870 feet) - 2400 Baud
Baud rate depends on cable length and on the number of controllers.