Configuring
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Example: Maximum distances in the MPI subnet
The figure below shows you:
• a possible MPI Subnet configuration
• maximum distances possible in an MPI subnet
• the principle of "Line extension" using RS485 repeaters
max. 50 m
max. 50 m
Terminating resistance on
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spur line
PG connected via spur line for maintenance purposes
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MPI addresses of nodes
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Repeater
RS 485-
Repeater
max.
1000 m
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Figure 4-15 Example: Maximum distances in the MPI subnet