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5  Installing the Communications Module in MJ-X Control Panels 
The MJ-4 Communications Module is installed in the Accessory Section on the back of the MJ-X Control Panel. 
Before installing the communications module, set the jumpers on the communications module printed circuit board 
for proper operation. Install the communications module in the MJ-X, connect the cables, and test the unit. Once 
these tasks have been performed the system is ready for operation. The following sections describe how to set the 
jumpers and install the communications module. 
5.1  Setting the Communications Module Jumpers  
Prior to installing the Communications Module into the MJ-X Control Panel, ensure that the jumpers are properly 
installed on the printed circuit board. Jumper selections for the Fiber Optic interface and RS232/485 interface are 
described in Section 4.3.1 and Section 4.3.2 respectively. 
5.2  Mounting the Communications Module in MJ-X Control Panels 
Follow these steps to install the communications module in the MJ-X Control Panel. 
1.  If the control panel is installed on a Siemens regulating device, first turn off the power to the MJ-X, then 
disconnect the polarized disconnect switch (PDS) terminal block and remove the control panel from the control 
box. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2.  Loosen the PDS cable strain relief on the rear cover and rotate the strain relief plate to the open position, 
Figure 5-1. 
Accessory Cover Plate
PDS Strain
Relief Plate
 
Figure 5-1 MJ-X Control Panel Rear Cover. 
3.  Remove the six screws on the side of the rear cover that hold it to the control panel. 
 WARNING 
 
120 volts on leads and inside control 
panel housing. 
May result in death or serious injury 
from electric shock including equipment 
damage. 
Disconnect all power sources before 
opening the control panel.