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APPLICATION NOTE
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SensorNet, RS-422, and Manchester

Protocols
Application Note
This document explains the use of SensorNet, RS-422, and Manchester proprietary
protocols. It also illustrates how domes are connected to matrixes / controllers
MP48PLUS, MPCPU, MPLT, ADACSNET, and ADTT16E Touch Tracker.
Contents
I. SensorNet Protocol ............................................ 2
SensorNet Protocol Key Points ...................... 2
Advantages of SensorNet Protocol ................ 3
II. RS-422 Protocol ................................................ 4
RS-422 Protocol Key Points ........................... 4
RS-422 Protocol Specifications ...................... 5
III. Manchester Protocol ........................................ 6
Manchester Protocol Key Points..................... 6
Manchester Protocol Specifications ............... 6
Appendix A: Typical SensorNet Connections ....... 7
Appendix B: Typical RS-422 Connections .......... 26
Appendix C: Typical Manchester Connections ... 33
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SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS
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I. SensorNet Protocol
SensorNet is a two-wire serial data protocol that provides half-duplex, multi-drop, differential
communications.
Cable segment: Includes all of the electrically connected wire between all of the multi-drop devices of
a communications topology. It does not include the wire beyond the repeater devices.
Communication Source: The device that is managing the communications or polling other devices,
also referred to as host or primary. On a cable segment that does not have a direct communications
source it is the repeater that is repeating the data from the host or primary.
Repeater: Any device that will amplify the signal.
Device: Any unit that is attached to a network.
SensorNet Protocol Key Points

1. Only terminate a communications source or network device if it is at the end of a cable or end-ofline. Each SensorNet device has a termination switch or jumper. Terminating the devices at the
ends of the cable prevent the signals from reflecting back along a cable. Proper termination makes
communications more reliable. J-Box and distribution panel outputs renew or amplify the signals,
so they are considered communications sources. In daisy chain and backbone networks, they are
considered end-of-line and should be terminated. In star networks, they are not considered end-ofline and should not be terminated. J-Box and distribution panel inputs are considered network
devices. Terminate them only if they are end-of-line.
2. No more than four repeaters are allowed between any two devices connected with cable segments
through repeaters. Devices include SensorNet Domes, Touch Trackers, ADMPCPU, SensorNet
I/O units, SensorNet to RS-422 converters, SensorNet Distribution Panels, SensorNet links for
American Dynamics MPLT / MP48 / VM96 / AD168 switches, SensorNet J-Boxes, and fiber optic
transceivers that contain repeaters between their separate output ports.
This 4-repeater restriction includes devices that are not on the same cable segment or leg of the
network. Data packet collisions resulting in loss of data may occur between out-bound (from the
communications source) and in-bound (to the communications source) communications.
3. Signal repeaters (J-Boxes, Distribution Panels) should only be used when cable distances exceed
the maximum allowed or when noise is an issue. SensorNet devices can operate at signal levels
from 0.3V to 5V, but 1V to 5V is recommended.
4. If shielded cable is used, signals may rapidly decline as more devices are connected or as the
cable length increases. As a result, the maximum length is less for shielded cable, and signal
integrity is reduced; therefore they are not recommended, and should only be used for short
distances when unavoidable. Problems have been experienced. The shield should be connected
at the communications source end only.
5. Attach network devices in stages. Check that their response is correct so you can correct the
problem before continuing with the installation. Use ping tests to measure failure rate or operate
the dome to verify proper operation.
6. No more than 32 devices per cable segment. With a daisy chain or backbone network, a cable
segment starts at the first network device on the cable and ends at the last network device on the
cable. The network device at the start or end of the cable may be a communications source. A star
network supports up to four branches. All four branches are considered one cable segment for
determining the cable length. However, the network device at the end of each of the four branches
should be terminated to ensure reliable communication.

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7. If a repeater must be used, place the repeater at the 66% distance point along the cable
(measured from the source). This will ensure that there is a reliable signal at the input to the
repeater.
8. SensorNet can be used with Star, Daisy Chain, or Backbone networks.
9. SensorNet connections are not polarized.
Advantages of SensorNet Protocol

1. The connections are not polarized and the two wires can be connected in any order.
2. Firmware can be uploaded to domes using a PC with a USB-to-SensorNet module (ADACSNET),
an MP48 Plus system, or an ADTT16E controller.
3. A ping test can be used to determine the reliability of the network.
4. Remote manual dome reset command from console.
5. SensorNet outputs are transformer coupled to provide 2000V galvanic isolation, to prevent ground
loops, and to prevent conducted discharge currents from flowing through the system.
6. SensorNet outputs incorporate TVS (Transient Voltage Suppression) surge protection devices and
drivers that can withstand 2000V ESD level surges.
7. SensorNet outputs are protected with PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) self-resetting fuses
to guard against inadvertent wiring connection to up to 30Vac, class 2, LPS power.
Defining Devices vs. Repeaters
Devices
SpeedDome
SpeedDome Ultra
SpeedDome Optima
ADMPCPU
Touch Trackers (VM16, ADTT16E, & VM32)
SensorNet to RS-422 code converter (RCSN422)
USB SensorNet module (ADACSNET)
MPLT matrix
Repeaters
SensorNet J-Boxes
Matrixes such as MP48PLUS, & VM96
SensorNet Fiber Module
SensorNet / Manchester Distribution Panel
(ADACSNETD)

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SensorNet Protocol Specifications

Item
Specifications
Address Range
1 to 254
Bit Rate
230.4 kbps
Network Distance
1 km per node
Maximum Loads
32 per node
Node Repeaters
SensorNet J-boxes, distribution panels
Topologies
Daisy chain, backbone, or star
Transmission Medium
Single Non-polarized unshielded twisted pair UTP 0.326mm (22AWG)
Terminating Resistor
120, switch selectable
Physical Layer
RS-485, transformer-isolated, 2-wire
Data Encoding
FM-0
Link Layer Framing
SDLC/HDLC
Link Layer Channel
Bi-directional, half duplex
Collision Avoidance
Polling by primary Touch Tracker
Application Protocol
Proprietary
Network Nodes
Domes, Junction Boxes, Secondary Touch Tracker,

and SensorNet I/O Unit
II. RS-422 Protocol

Duplex RS-422 uses four wires to provide duplex, multi-drop, differential communications.
Advantages: No termination required, allows more repeaters per line.
Disadvantages: Slower speed, 4-wire polarized, less noise immunity.
Simplex RS-422 uses two wires to provide simplex, multi-drop, differential communications.
Advantages: Two wires, no termination required, allows more repeaters per line.
Disadvantages: Slow speed, one-way communications, polarized wiring, less noise immunity.
Network Topologies: Daisy Chain, Backbone.
RS-422 Protocol Key Points

1. RS-422 does not require terminations.
2. If a repeater must be used, place the repeater mid-way along the cable. This will ensure that there
is a reliable signal at the input to the repeater.
3. More than four repeaters are allowed between any two devices on the network. Devices include
Domes, RS-422 converters (RCSN422), RS-422 Distribution Panels, RS-422 links for American
Dynamics MPCPU / MP48 / VM96 / AD168 switches, and RS-422 J-Boxes.
4. Signal repeaters (J-Boxes, Distribution Panels) should only be cascaded when cable distances
exceed the maximum allowed or when noise is an issue.
5. Ground the shield wire at the source device only. This will prevent ground loops.

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problem before continuing with the installation.
7. No more than 10 devices per cable segment. With a daisy chain or backbone network, a cable
cable. The network device at the start or end of the cable may be a communications source.
8. RS-422 can be used with Daisy Chain or Backbone networks only.
9. RS-422 connections are polarized. Care must be taken to connect the correct wires to the
appropriate device terminals.
RS-422 Protocol Specifications

Item
Duplex RS-422
Simplex RS-422
Cable Type
2 Twisted-Pair Shielded
Belden 8102 / 88102
2
(0.205mm (24AWG) PVC / FEP 2 pair)
or equivalent
Wire Gauge
0.326 mm 22AWG)
0.326 mm 22AWG)
Max. Length
1000m (3300ft)
1000m (3300ft)
Connection
Polarized
Polarized
Termination
No
No
Data Rate
4.8 kbits/second
4.8 kbits/second
Max. Devices
10 per line
10 per line
Max. Address
99
99
Network Topologies
Daisy Chain, Backbone
2(
2(

1 Twisted-Pair Shielded
Belden 8102 / 88102
2
(0.205mm (24AWG) PVC / FEP 2 pair),
Belden 8760 / 88760
2
(0.823mm (18AWG) PVC/FEP 1 pair)
or equivalent
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III. Manchester Protocol

Manchester uses two wires to provide simplex, multi-drop, differential communications.
Advantages: Moderate speed, high noise/surge/static immunity.
Disadvantages: Polarized wiring, not high speed, drives three devices. Proper termination required for
reliable communications.
Network Topologies: Daisy Chain, Backbone.
Manchester Protocol Key Points

1. Only terminate a communications source or network device if it is at the end of a cable or end-ofline. Each device has a termination switch or jumper. Terminating the devices at the ends of the
cable prevent the signals from reflecting back along a cable. Proper termination makes
communications more reliable. Distribution panel outputs renew or amplify the signals, so they are
considered communications sources. In daisy chain and backbone networks, they are considered
end-of-line and should be terminated. Distribution panel inputs are considered to be network
devices. Terminate them only if they are the end-of-line.
2. If a repeater must be used, place the repeater mid-way along the cable. This will ensure that there
is a reliable signal at the input to the repeater.
3. No more than three repeaters are allowed between any two devices on the network. Devices
include Domes, code converters, Manchester Distribution Panels, and Manchester links for
American Dynamics MPCPU / MP48 / AD168 / AD2150 switches.
4. Signal repeaters (Distribution Panels) should only be cascaded when cable distances exceed the
maximum allowed or when noise is an issue.
5. Ground the shield wire at the source device only. This will prevent ground loops.
problem before continuing with the installation.
7. No more than 3 devices per cable segment. In a daisy chain or backbone network, a cable
cable. The network device at the start or end of the cable may be a communications source.
8. Manchester can be used with Daisy Chain or Backbone networks only.
9. Manchester connections are polarized. Care must be taken to connect the correct wires to the
appropriate device terminals.
Manchester Protocol Specifications

Item
Description
Cable Type
1 Twisted Pair Shielded (Belden 8760 / 88760 or equivalent)
Wire Gauge
0.823 mm 18AWG)
Max. Length
1500m (5000ft)
Connection
Polarized
Termination
Yes
Data Rate
31 kbits/second
Max. Devices
3 per line
Max. Address
64
Network Topologies
2(

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Appendix A: Typical SensorNet Connections

Figure 1. ADTT16E Star (Diagram 01)......................................................................... 8
Figure 2. ADTT16E Backbone / Daisy Chain (Diagram 02)......................................... 9
Figure 3. ADTT16E to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 03) ............................................. 10
Figure 4. ADTT16E to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 04) .................................. 11
Figure 5. ADMP48PLUS to Domes (Diagram 05) ...................................................... 12
Figure 6. ADMP48PLUS to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 06) ..................................... 13
Figure 7. ADMP48PLUS to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 07) .......................... 14
Figure 8. ADMPLT to Domes (Diagram 08) ............................................................... 15
Figure 9. ADMPLT to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 09) .............................................. 16
Figure 10. ADMPLT to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 10).................................. 17
Figure 11. Intellex to ADACSNET to Domes (Diagram 11) ....................................... 18
Figure 12. Intellex to ADACSNET to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 12) ....................... 19
Figure 13. Intellex to ADACSNET to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 13) ............ 20
Figure 14. ADMPCPU to Domes (Diagram 14).......................................................... 21
Figure 15. ADMPCPU to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 15) ......................................... 22
Figure 16. ADMPCPU to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 16) .............................. 23
Figure 17. Redundant ADMPCPUs to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 17) .................... 24
Figure 18. Redundant ADMPCPUs to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 18).......... 25

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Figure 1. ADTT16E Star (Diagram 01)
DIA
ADTT16E Using a Star Topology
GR
A
T
T
75 meters (~250 feet)
#2
#1
Cable
segments
Sensornet cable
#3
#4
#1

Sensornet cable
Sensornet cable
NOTE: The External Interface

Module (EIM) is a passive
circuit board required for
interface to and considered
part of the Touch Tracker.
Cable
segments
EIM
SENSORNET PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS
#5
ADTT16E
Touch Tracker
LEGEND
T
Terminated
Unterminated
This is a star topology with 5 devices (key point #8).

It has 4 branches with less than 32 devices total (key
point #6).
Devices #1, #2, #3, and #4 are terminated because
they are at the end of the line (key point #1).
No Sensornet repeater is used (key point #2).
Total Sensornet cable distance is 345 meters (~1150
feet) (key point #6).

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Figure 2. ADTT16E Backbone / Daisy Chain (Diagram 02)
DIA
ADTT16E Using Backbone / Daisy Chain Topology

75 meters
(~250 feet)
60 meters
(~200 feet)
45 meters
(~150 feet)
GR
A
30 meters
(~100 feet)
#2
U
T
#2
#1
#3
#4
#5
SENSORNET PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS
This is a backbone / daisy chain topology

with 6 devices on one cable segment (key
point #8).
The cable segment starts with device #1,
ends with device #6, and has less than 32
devices (key point #6).
Devices #1 and the External Interface
Module (EIM) are terminated (key point #1).
No Sensornet repeater is used (key point
#2).
The Sensornet network cable length is 360
meters (~1200 feet).
Daisy Chain
(Cut)
Backbone
(Uncut)
Sensornet cable
Cable
segment
EIM

LEGEND
#6
ADTT16E
Touch Tracker

Terminated
Unterminated
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Figure 3. ADTT16E to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 03)

Cable
segments
DI
AG
RA
ADTT16E to RJ6SN to Domes
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
75 meters
(~250 feet)
#8
RJ6SN
J-BOX
#6
#7
Balance connection ports

with domes (don't limit
loading to one side).
RJ6SN
J-BOX
#9
REPEATER
Unterminate the
dome or host when
it is NOT at the end
of the line P4-P6,
P1-P3, or P8
REPEATER
P4 P1
P4 P1
P5 P2
P5 P2
P6 P3
P6 P3
DOME 456
JW2
321
HOST
JW3
3 21
HOST
#3
120 meters
(~400 ft.)
3 21
3 21
DOME 123
JW1
AUX
JW4
Terminate the
dome or host
when it is at the
end of the line
P4-P6, P1-P3, or
P8
DOME 456
JW2
321
HOST
JW3
3 21
HOST
AUX
3 21
3 21
DOME 123
JW1
AUX
JW4
AUX
P8
P8
U
300 meters
(~1000 ft.)

The repeater function
is not used when the
cable distance from
the Touch Tracker to
the last J-BOX is less
than 1 kilometer
(~3300 feet).
SENSORNET PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS
T
EIM#1

Dome #1-2 and #3-5 cable segments are using the daisy-chain
topology (key point #8).
Domes #1-7 are properly terminated (key point #1).
Dome #1-2, #3-5, #6, and #7 cable segments have less than 32
devices each (key point #6).
There are 2 repeaters maximum in the path between any two
devices. From device #6 to #7, the signal passes through only
1 repeater. From device #1 to #6, the signal passes through 2
repeaters (key point #2).
Repeaters (RJ6SN) are used in this Sensornet configuration
and each cable segment is less than 1km (~3300 feet).
LEGEND
#10
ADTT16E
Touch Tracker

Terminated
Unterminated
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Figure 4. ADTT16E to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 04)
DIA
ADTT16E to ADACSNETD to Domes
GR
A
#4
Cable
segments
#1
#2
Cable
segments
ADACSNETD
#3
REPEATER
90 meters
(~300 feet)
HOST A
T
EIM
SENSORNET PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS

Domes #1 and #2 are properly terminated (key point #1).

Domes #1 and #2 are on separate cable segments with less
than 32 devices each (key point #6).
Between any two devices, such as device #1 and #4 or #1 and
#2, the signal passes through only 1 repeater ADACSNETD
(key point #2).
A repeater is used in this Sensornet configuration and each
cable segment is less than 1km (~3300 feet).
LEGEND
#4
ADTT16E
Touch Tracker

Terminated
Unterminated
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Figure 5. ADMP48PLUS to Domes (Diagram 05)
DIA
AD MegaPower 48 PLUS to Domes

75 meters
(~250 feet)
60 meters
(~200 feet)
45 meters
(~150 feet)
GR
A
30 meters
(~100 feet)
#5
U
T
#2
#1
#3
#4
#5
Daisy Chain
(Cut)
Backbone
(Uncut)
Sensornet cable
SENSORNET PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS

with 6 devices on one cable segment (key
point #8).
ends with device #6, and has less than 32
devices (key point #6).
Devices #1 and #6 are terminated (key point
#1).
meter (~1200 feet).
#6
Cable
segment
AD MegaPower 48 PLUS
NOTE: Although the MP48 PLUS

has a REPEATER capability, this
configuration does not utilize it.
LEGEND
T Terminated
U Unterminated

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Figure 6. ADMP48PLUS to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 06)
DIA
AD MegaPower 48 PLUS to RJ6SN to Domes GRA
Cable
segments
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
RJ6SN
J-BOX
#8
#7

loading to one side)
RJ6SN
J-BOX
#9
REPEATER
P4 P1
P5 P2
P5 P2
P6 P3
P6 P3
321
3 21
HOST
3 21
3 21
AUX
JW4
AUX
321
Terminate the
dome or host
when it is at the
end of the line
P4-P6, P1-P3,
or P8
3 21
HOST
3 21
3 21
DOME 123
JW1
AUX
JW4
AUX
P8
REPEATER
T
LEGEND
T Terminated
U Unterminated

HOST
JW3
T
#10
T
Dome #1-2 and #3-5 cable segments are using the daisychain topology (key point #8).
Dome #1-2, #3-5, #6, and #7 cable segments have less than
32 devices each (key point #6).
There are 3 repeaters maximum in the path between any two
devices. From device #6 to #7, the signal passes through
only 1 repeater. From device #1 to #6, the signal passes
through 3 repeaters (key point #2).
Repeaters are used in this Sensornet configuration and each
DOME 456
JW2
DOME 123
JW1
P8
#6
P4 P1
DOME 456
JW2
HOST
JW3
SENSORNET PROTOCOL KEY POINTS
REPEATER
Unterminate the
dome or host when
of the line P4-P6,
P1-P3, or P8
75 meters
(~250 feet)
#6
120 meters
(~300 feet)
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#1
Domes #1 and #2 are properly terminated (key point #1).

Domes #1 and #2 are on separate cable segments with less
Between any two devices, such as device #1 and #4 or #1 and
#2, the signal passes thru only 1 repeater ADACSNETD (key
point #2).
#2
Figure 7. ADMP48PLUS to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 07)
DI
AG
RA
AD MegaPower 48 PLUS to ADACSNETD to Domes
M
Cable
segments
ADACSNETD
#4
NOTE: Although the MP48 PLUS

has a REPEATER capability, this
configuration does not utilize it.
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#7
T
#3
REPEATER
HOST A
LEGEND
T Terminated
U Unterminated
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Figure 8. ADMPLT to Domes (Diagram 08)
DI
AG
RA
AD MegaPowerLT to Domes
#17
#18
#19
#20
#21
#1
#2
#8
AD MegaPower LT
CAM 17-32
CAM 1-16
#3
SNET B
Domes #1, #2, and #17-21 are properly terminated (key
point #1).
Dome #1- 2 and #17-21 cable segments have less than 32
devices each (key point #6).
No repeaters are used in this Sensornet configuration and
each cable segment is less than 1km (~3300 feet).
SENSORNET PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS
T Terminated
U Unterminated
LEGEND
NOTE: Each
Sensornet port on the
MPLT has it own
driver which means
port A does not talk to
port B or vice versa.

SNET A
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Figure 9. ADMPLT to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 09)
AD MegaPowerLT to RJ6SN to Domes
DIA
GR
A
#19
#20
#21
RJ6SN
J-BOX
#2
#18
75 meters
(~250 feet)
#17
#1
#16

loading to one side)
RJ6SN
J-BOX
#3
P4 P1
P4 P1
P5 P2
P5 P2
P6 P3
P6 P3
DOME 456
JW2
321
HOST
JW3
3 21
HOST
3 21
3 21
HOST
JW3
3 21
HOST
3 21
3 21
DOME 123
JW1
AUX
JW4
AUX
P8
LEGEND
T Terminated
U Unterminated
AD MegaPower LT
CAM 17-32
CAM 1-16
#4
Dome #17-18 and #19-21 cable segments are using the

daisy-chain topology (key point #8).
Domes #1, #16, and #17-21 are properly terminated (key
point #1).
Dome #1, #16, #17-18, and #19-21 cable segments have
less than 32 devices each (key points #6).
Between any two devices, such as device #1 and #16 or #17
and #19, the signal passes thru only 1 repeater RJ6SN (key
point #2)
321
Terminate the
dome or host
when it is at the
end of the line
P4-P6, P1-P3,
or P8
AUX
JW4
AUX
DOME 456
JW2
DOME 123
JW1
P8
SNET B
Note: each
MPLT has it own
driver which means

#9
REPEATER
REPEATER
Unterminate the
dome or host when
of the line P4-P6,
P1-P3, or P8
120 meters
(~300 feet)
SNET A
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Dome #17-18 and #19-21 cable segments are using the

daisy-chain topology (key point #8).
Domes #1, #2, and #17-21 are properly terminated (key point
#1).
Dome #1, #2, #17-18, and #19-21 cable segments have less
Between any two devices, such as device #1 and #2 or #17
and #19, the signal passes through only 1 repeater
ADACSNETD (key point #2)
U
T
U
U
#17
#18
#19
#20
#21
#5
SNET B
300 meters
(~1000 feet)
ADACSNETD
REPEATER
#4
HOST A
T
Terminated
U
Unterminated
CAM 17-32
AD MegaPower LT
Note: Each
MPLT has it own
driver which means
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#3
SENSORNET PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS
AD MegaPowerLT to ADACSNETD to
Domes
T
T
#1
#2
Cable segments
Figure 10. ADMPLT to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 10)
DI
AG
RA
M
#1
150 meter (~500 feet)
ADACSNETD
REPEATER
HOST A
LEGEND
CAM 1-16
SNET A
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Figure 11. Intellex to ADACSNET to Domes (Diagram 11)
Intellex to ADACSNET to Domes

75 meters
(~250 ft.)
60 meters
(~200 ft.)
45 meters
(~150 ft.)
DIA
GR
A
30 meters
(~100 ft)
#1
U
T
#2
#1
#3
#4
#5
Daisy Chain
(Cut)
150 meters (~500 ft.)
INTELLEX REAR VIEW
USB
PORT
#6
SENSORNET PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS
LEGEND
T
Terminated
Unterminated
ADACSNET

Backbone
(Uncut)

with 6 devices on one cable segment
(key point # 8).
The cable segment starts with device #1
and ends with #6 and has less than 32
devices on it (key point #6).
Devices #1 and ADACSNET are
terminated (key point #1).
No Sensornet repeater is used (key point
#2).
The Sensornet network cable length is
360 meters (~1200 feet).
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Figure 12. Intellex to ADACSNET to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 12)
Cable
segments
GR
A
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
75 meters
(~250 feet)
RJ6SN
J-BOX
#8
#6
#7

loading to one side).
RJ6SN
J-BOX
#9
REPEATER
Unterminate the
dome or host when
of the line P4-P6,
P1-P3, or P8.
P4 P1
P5 P2
P5 P2
HOST
JW3
3 21
HOST
3 21
3 21
Terminate the
dome or host
when it is at the
end of the line
P4-P6, P1-P3, or
P8.
DOME 123
JW1
AUX
JW4
DOME 456
JW2
321
HOST
JW3
3 21
HOST
AUX
3 21
3 21
DOME 123
JW1
AUX
JW4
AUX
P8
P8
300 meters
(~1000 feet)
The repeater function

is not used when the
cable distance from
the ADACSNET to the
last J-BOX is less than
1 kilometer (~3300
feet).
P6 P3
P6 P3
321
#1
REPEATER
P4 P1
DOME 456
JW2
120 meters
(~300 feet)
DIA
Intellex to ADACSNET to RJ6SN

to Domes
INTELLEX REAR VIEW
USB
PORT
Dome #1-2, #3-5, #6, and #7 cable segments have less
There are 2 repeaters maximum in the path between any
two devices. From device #10 to #1, the signal passes
through only 1 repeater. From device #1 to #6, the signal
passes through 2 repeaters (key point #2).
Repeaters are used in this Sensornet configuration and
each cable segment is less than 1km (~3300 feet).
#10
T
LEGEND
T Terminated
U Unterminated
ADACSNET

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Figure 13. Intellex to ADACSNET to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 13)
DIA
GR
A
Intellex to ADACSNET to ADACSNETD

to Domes
#1
#1
#2
Cable
segments
ADACSNETD
#3
REPEATER
INTELLEX REAR VIEW
USB
PORT
HOST A
Domes #1 and #2 are properly terminated (key point

#1).
Domes #1 and #2 are on separate cable segments
with less than 32 devices each (key point #6).
Between any two devices, such as device #1 and #4
or #1 and #2, the signal passes through only 1
repeater ADACSNETD (key point #2).
A repeater is used in this Sensornet configuration
and each cable segment is less than 1km (~3300
feet).
#4
T
LEGEND
T
Terminated
Unterminated
ADACSNET

8200-2621-01, REV A
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Figure 14. ADMPCPU to Domes (Diagram 14)
DIA
ADMPCPU to Domes
75 meters
(~250 feet)
60 meters
(~200 feet)
45 meters
(~150 feet)
30 meters
(~100 feet)
GR
A
#1
U
T
#2
#1
#3
#4
#5
Daisy Chain
(Cut)
Backbone
(Uncut)
SENSORNET PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS
This is a backbone / daisy chain topology with

6 devices on one cable segment (key point #
8).
ends with the ADMPCPU, and has less than
32 devices (key point #6).
Device #1 and the ADMPCPU are terminated
(key point #1).
No Sensornet repeater is used (key point #2).
meters (~1200 feet).
Cable
segment
Sensornet cable
Default Configuration:
Sensornet port 2
(dome addresses
255-508)
Sensornet port 1
(dome addresses
001-254)
LEGEND
T
T Terminated
U Unterminated
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
10
11
12
29
30
31
32
3
DATA L INE
13
14
15
16
AD MegaPower CPU

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Figure 15. ADMPCPU to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 15)
DI
AG
RA
ADMPCPU to RJ6SN to Domes

T
#1
#3
T
#5
RJ6SN
REPEATER
#2
P4 P1
P5 P2
P6 P3
host
#8
#7
REPEATER
P1
T U
aux
host
#255
P4 P1
P5 P2
P6 P3
aux
host
T
T
T
REPEATER
#256
#257
P4 P1
P5 P2
P6 P3
U U
host
#259
#261
RJ1SNUD
REPEATER
P1
#260
aux
host
Sensornet port 2
(dome addresses
255-508)
Sensornet port 1
(dome addresses
001-254)
aux
#258
RJ6SN
aux
LEGEND
T Terminated
U Unterminated
T
2
#1
RJ1SNUD
REPEATER
#4
U U
#6
RJ6SN
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
10
11
12
29
30
31
32
3
DATA L INE
13
14
15
16
AD MegaPower CPU
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Figure 16. ADMPCPU to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 16)
DIA
#16
#2
#1
#17
#18
#19
Cable
segments
GR
A
#1
ADMPCPU to ADACSNETD to Domes
ADACSNETDP
90 meters
(~300 feet)
HOST A
Sensornet port 1
(dome addresses
001-254)
T
2
REPEATER
Sensornet port 2
(dome addresses
255-508)
LEGEND
T Terminated
U Unterminated
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
10
11
12
29
30
31
32
3
DATA L INE
13
14
15
16
AD MegaPower CPU
8200-2621-01, REV A
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Figure 17. Redundant ADMPCPUs to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 17)
DI
AG
RA
Redundant ADMPCPUs to RJ6SN to Domes

T
#1
#3
#5
RJ6SN
#2
U U
host
P4 P1
P5 P2
P6 P3
#4
#1
#8
RJ1SNUD
REPEATER
P4 P1
P5 P2
P6 P3
#6
RJ6SN
REPEATER
REPEATER
#7
P1
T U
aux
host
host
#255
aux
#258
LEGEND
REPEATER
P4 P1
P5 P2
P6 P3
U U
host
T Terminated
U Unterminated
RJ1SNUD
#259
REPEATER
#261
P1
#260
T
aux

Sensornet port 2
(dome addresses
255-508)
host
aux
U
U
#257
RJ6SN
#256
aux
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
3
DATA LINE
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
AD MegaPower CPU1
T
U
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
Sensornet port 1
(dome addresses 001-254)
3
DATA LINE
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
AD MegaPower CPU2
T
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Figure 18. Redundant ADMPCPUs to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 18)
DIA
Redundant ADMPCPUs to ADACSNETD to Domes

60 meters
(~200 feet)
75 meters
(~250 feet) U
T
200 meters (650 feet)
#1
ADACSNETD
#2
GR
A
#1
REPEATER
#3
75 meters
(~250 feet)
T
HOST A
60 meters
(~200 feet)

U
#256
#255
HOST B
T
T
ADACSNETD
#257
REPEATER
Sensornet port 2
HOST A
Sensornet port 1
HOST B
AD MegaPower CPU1
4
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
3
DATA LINE
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Sensornet port 2
Sensornet port 1
AD MegaPower CPU2
LEGEND
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
3
DATA LINE
10
11
12
13
14
15
T Terminated
U Unterminated
16

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Appendix B: Typical RS-422 Connections

Figure 19. Intellex to ADAC485CV232 (Diagram 22) .......................................... 27
Figure 20. ADMPLT to RCSN422 to Domes (Diagram 23).................................. 28
Figure 21. ADMPLT to RCSN422 to RJ860 to Domes (Diagram 24) .................. 29
Figure 22. ADMP48PLUS RS-422 to Domes (Diagram 25) ................................ 30
Figure 23. ADMP48PLUS RS-422 to RJ-860 to Domes (Diagram 26) ................ 31
Figure 24. ADMPCPU to AD2083-02C RS-422 to Domes (Diagram 27) ............ 32

8200-2621-01, REV A
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Figure 19. Intellex to ADAC485CV232 (Diagram 22)
INTELLEX Dome Control Via RS-232 to

Converter (ADAC485CV232)
DI
AG
RA
RS-422
#2
2
INTELLEX
Dome I/O P1
Pin 1: Rx+
Pin 2: RxPin 3: Tx+
Pin 4: Tx-
ADAC485CV232
Tx+
TxRx+
Rx-
ADACUSBCVT1
(USB to RS-232 Adapter)
Pin 2: RX
Pin 3: TX
Pin 5: GND
SpeedDome
Ultra
DB9F
DB9M
12 VDC
ADAC485CV232
(RS232 to RS-422 Converter)
Pin 2: TX
Pin 3: RX
Pin 5: GND

DB9M to DB9F
Straight Serial Cable
8200-2621-01, REV A
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Figure 20. ADMPLT to RCSN422 to Domes (Diagram 23)
DIA
ADMPLT to RCSN422 Via RS-422 to Domes
GR
A
AD MegaPower LT
NOTES(1):
There are 2 separate Sensornet
ports on the ADMPLT -- Port A &
Port B.
The matrix embedded configuration
menu determines which camera
address is routed to which
Sensornet port.
By default, ALL of the cameras are
set to AD Up-the-Cable (UTC)
protocol and must be reconfigured
for Sensornet Port A or Port B
routing.
If conversion of both ports to RS-422
is necessary, a second RCSN422
module is required.
DOME 17-32
#2
DOME 1-16
Sensornet Port A
Sensornet Port B
ADCC200/300
KEYBOARD
RCSN422
RS422
RS422
RS422
RS422
RS422
RS422
#1
RS422
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
Ultra I/O Board

P1
sensornet
address sw
power switch
termination
switch
R+R-T+T-
123456
NOTE(2): If there are

MINIDOMEs on the RS-422
network, set the device address
to 16. For SPEEDDOME or
later models, set the device
address to 32.
RS-422

24 vac
gnd
24vac
REAR VIEW
LEGEND
T Terminated
U Unterminated
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Figure 21. ADMPLT to RCSN422 to RJ860 to Domes (Diagram 24)
D
ADMPLT to RCSN422 to RJ860 to Domes IAG
DOME 17-32
DOME 1-16
RA
#2
Sensornet Port A
Sensornet
Port B
NOTES(1):
There are 2 separate Sensornet ports on

the ADMPLT -- Port A & Port B.
The matrix embedded configuration

menu determines which camera address
is routed to which SensorNet port.
By default, ALL of the cameras are set

to AD Up-the-Cable (UTC) protocol and
must be reconfigured for SensorNet Port
A or Port B routing.
If conversion of both ports to RS-422 is

necessary, a second RCSN422 module
is required.
RS422
RS422
RS422
REAR VIEW
RS422
RS422
RS422
RS422
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
tx lo
tx hi
rx lo
rx hi
sensornet
RJ860AP
J-BOX
tx hi
tx lo
J1 J2 J3 J4 J5
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
SEE TABLES BELOW
RJ860-AP TO MINIDOME
(J1-J10)
J5
PIN 1 (TX+) --------------PIN 1 (RX+)
PIN 2 (TX-) ---------------PIN 2 (RX-)
PIN 3 (AC) ----------------PIN 3 (AC)
PIN 4 (GND) --------------PIN 4 (GND)
PIN 5 (AC) ----------------PIN 5 (AC)
PIN 6 (N/A)
PIN 7 (RX-) ---------------PIN 7 (TX-)
PIN 8 (RX+) --------------PIN 8 (TX+)
NOTE(2): If there are

MINIDOMEs on the RS-422
network, set the device address
to 16. For SPEEDDOME or
later models, set the device
address to 32.
rx hi
rx lo
J6 J7 J8 J9 J10
LEGEND
T Terminated
U Unterminated
RJ860-AP TO UNICARD SPEEDDOME

(J1-J10)
P3
PIN 1 (TX+) --------------PIN 7 (RX+)
PIN 2 (TX-) ---------------PIN 6 (RX-)
PIN 3 (AC) ----------------PIN 3 (AC)
PIN 4 (GND) --------------PIN 4 (GND)
PIN 5 (AC) ----------------PIN 5 (AC)
PIN 6 (N/A)
PIN 7 (RX-) ---------------PIN 1 (TX-)
PIN 8 (RX+) --------------PIN 2 (TX+)
RJ860-AP TO ULTRA PIGTAIL

(J1-J10)
PIN 1 (TX+) --------------PIN 6 (RX+)
PIN 2 (TX-) ---------------PIN 7 (RX-)
PIN 3 (AC) ----------------PIN 3 (AC)
PIN 4 (GND) --------------PIN 4 (GND)
PIN 5 (AC) ----------------PIN 5 (AC)
PIN 6 (N/A)
PIN 7 (RX-) ---------------PIN 9 (TX-)
PIN 8 (RX+) --------------PIN 8 (TX+)
RJ860-AP TO OPTIMA
(J1-J10)
PIN 1 (TX+) ------PIN 1 (RX+)
PIN 2 (TX-) -------PIN 2 (RX-)
PIN 3 (AC) -------(AC)
PIN 4 (GND) ----(GND)
PIN 5 (AC) -------(AC)
PIN 6 (N/A)
PIN 7 (RX-) -------PIN 4 (TX-)
PIN 8 (RX+) ------PIN 3 (TX+)
RJ860-AP TO OPTIMA LT
(J1-J10)
PIN 1 (TX+) ------PIN 1 (RX+)
PIN 2 (TX-) -------PIN 2 (RX-)
PIN 3 (AC) -------(AC)
PIN 4 (GND) ----(GND)
PIN 5 (AC) -------(AC)
PIN 6 (N/A)
PIN 7 (RX-)
PIN 8 (RX+)
RJ860-AP TO ULTRA I/O

(J1-J10)
P1
P7
PIN 1 (TX+) ------PIN 1 (RX+)
PIN 2 (TX-) -------PIN 2 (RX-)
PIN 3 (AC) --------------------------------PIN 3 (AC)
PIN 4 (GND) ------------------------------PIN 4 (GND)
PIN 5 (AC) ---------------------------------PIN 5 (AC)
PIN 6 (N/A)
PIN 7 (RX-) -------PIN 4 (TX-)
PIN 8 (RX+) ------PIN 3 (TX+)

power switch
address sw
termination
switch
24 vac
gnd
24vac
RCSN422
RS-422
ADCC200/300
KEYBOARD
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Figure 22. ADMP48PLUS RS-422 to Domes (Diagram 25)
DI
AG
RA
ADMP48PLUS RS-422 to Domes
#2
5
Ultra I/O Board

P1
#1
R+R-T+T-
123456
MegaPower 48 PLUS
R+ R- T+ T- R+ R- T+ T-
RS-422

8200-2621-01, REV A
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Figure 23. ADMP48PLUS RS-422 to RJ-860 to Domes (Diagram 26)
DIA
ADMP48PLUS RS-422 to RJ-860 to Domes
GR
A
#2
Ultra I/O Board

P1
#1
R+R-T+T-
123456
Dome P1 RJ-860 Cinch Jones

Pin 1~Rx+ Pin 1~Tx+
Pin 2~Rx- Pin 2~TxPin 3~Tx+ Pin 8~Rx+
Pin 4~Tx- Pin 7~Rx-
Cinch Jones
10 Pos. J-Box
( RJ 860 AP )
MP48PLUS
Rx+
RxTx+
Tx-
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Rx+
RxTx+
Tx-
MegaPower 48 PLUS
RJ-860 Host
Pin 6~Tx+
Pin 5~TxPin 12~Rx+
Pin 11~Rx-
R+ R- T+ T- R+ R- T+ T-

8200-2621-01, REV A
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Figure 24. ADMPCPU to AD2083-02C RS-422 to Domes (Diagram 27)
DIA
ADMPCPU to AD2083-02C RS-422

to Domes
Ultra I/O Board
P1
#2
#2
Ultra I/O Board

P1
Ultra I/O Board

P1
#1
GR
A
#3
R+R-T+T-
R+R-T+T-
R+R-T+T-
123456
123456
123456
Daisy Chain
(Cut)
Backbone
(Uncut)
AD2083-02C
Terminated with 75
ohms
Terminated with 75
ohms
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
10
11
12
29
30
31
32
3
DATA L INE
13
14
15
16
AD MegaPower CPU

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Appendix C: Typical Manchester Connections

Figure 25. ADMP48PLUS Manchester to Domes (Diagram 19) ................................ 34
Figure 26. ADMP48PLUS Manchester to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 20) .... 35
Figure 27. ADMPCPU to AD0291 Manchester to Domes (Diagram 21) ................... 36

8200-2621-01, REV A
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Figure 25. ADMP48PLUS Manchester to Domes (Diagram 19)
DI
AG
RA
ADMP48PLUS Manchester to Domes

Ultra I/O Board
P1
BW
Daisy Chain
(Cut)
Backbone
(Uncut)
Ultra I/O Board

P1
#3
BW
123456
BW
123456
MegaPower 48 PLUS
#2
This is a backbone / daisy chain topology with 3

devices on one cable segment (key points #7 and
#8).
Device #1 is terminated because it is at the end of
the line (key point #1).
Devices #1, #2, #3, and #4 are connected
maintaining proper signal polarity (key point #9).
No Manchester repeater is used (key point #4).
Total Manchester cable distance is 170 meters
(~600 feet).
Ultra I/O Board

P1
#1
MANCHESTER PROTOCOL
KEY POINTS
#1
123456
#4
Note: When using the Manchester
protocol, the maximum number of
domes that may be daisy chained is
3. If more than 3 domes are required,
the ADACSNETD (Manchester
distribution panel) is needed.
MAN
LEGEND
B W S

Terminated
Unterminated
8200-2621-01, REV A
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Figure 26. ADMP48PLUS Manchester to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 20)
DI
AG
RA
AD MegaPower 48 PLUS Manchester to

ADACSNET to Domes
Ultra I/O Board
P1
#1
#2
Ultra I/O Board

P1
#2
LEGEND
BW
BW
123456
123456
Terminated
Unterminated

T
T
ADACSNETD
REPEATER
HOST A
300 meter (1000 feet)
MegaPower 48 PLUS
MAN
B W S

8200-2621-01, REV A
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Figure 27. ADMPCPU to AD0291 Manchester to Domes (Diagram 21)
DI
AG
RA
ADMPCPU to AD2091 Manchester

to Domes
Ultra I/O Board
P1
#2
Ultra I/O Board

P1
#1
#2
BW
123456
BW
123456
AD2091
Terminated with 75
ohms
Terminated with 75
ohms
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
10
11
12
29
30
31
32
3
DATA L INE
13
14
15
16
AD MegaPower CPU

8200-2621-01, REV A
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SensorNet, RS-422, and Manchester

2010 Sensormatic Electronics, LLC

SensorNet Protocol Key Points

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS

Advantages of SensorNet Protocol

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS

SensorNet Protocol Specifications

SensorNet J-boxes, distribution panels

Daisy chain, backbone, or star

Single Non-polarized unshielded twisted pair UTP 0.326mm (22AWG)

120, switch selectable

RS-485, transformer-isolated, 2-wire

Link Layer Framing

Link Layer Channel

Bi-directional, half duplex

Polling by primary Touch Tracker

Domes, Junction Boxes, Secondary Touch Tracker,

II. RS-422 Protocol

RS-422 Protocol Key Points

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS

RS-422 Protocol Specifications

Daisy Chain, Backbone

Daisy Chain, Backbone

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS

III. Manchester Protocol

Manchester Protocol Key Points

Manchester Protocol Specifications

1 Twisted Pair Shielded (Belden 8760 / 88760 or equivalent)

Daisy Chain, Backbone

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS

Appendix A: Typical SensorNet Connections

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS

Figure 1. ADTT16E Star (Diagram 01)

ADTT16E Using a Star Topology

75 meters (~250 feet)

30 meters (~100 feet)

90 meters (~300 feet)

NOTE: The External Interface

This is a star topology with 5 devices (key point #8).

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS

Figure 2. ADTT16E Backbone / Daisy Chain (Diagram 02)

ADTT16E Using Backbone / Daisy Chain Topology

This is a backbone / daisy chain topology

NOTE: The External Interface

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS

Figure 3. ADTT16E to RJ6SN to Domes (Diagram 03)

ADTT16E to RJ6SN to Domes

150 meters (~500 feet)

Balance connection ports

150 meters (~500 feet)

90 meters (~300 feet)

60 meters (~200 feet)

120 meters (~400 feet)

NOTE: The External Interface

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS

Figure 4. ADTT16E to ADACSNETD to Domes (Diagram 04)

ADTT16E to ADACSNETD to Domes

90 meters (~300 feet)

75 meters (~250 feet)

NOTE: The External Interface

Domes #1 and #2 are properly terminated (key point #1).

SENSORNET, RS-422, and MANCHESTER PROTOCOLS