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17 Cabling reference
You can connect HBP-2X Beltpacks using:
• A wide range of standard microphone (intercom) cable types (16 AWG – 26 AWG).
• CAT5, CAT5e and CAT6 cable types.
XLR cable CAT5/6 cable
Pin 1 Pin 1 and Pin 2
Pin 2 Pin 3, Pin 5 and Pin 7
Pin 3
Pin 4, Pin 6 and Pin 8
Table 17-1 Recommended cabling scheme
Clear-Com recommends the following cable types:
• Belden 9207 for fixed installation
• Belden 9463F for portable installations
Note: Cat 5 screen should be connected to chassis at one end of cable only.
Note: Clear-Com recommends the use of shielded twisted pair cabling.
You can also mix CAT cables and microphone cables when connecting to the HMS-4X Main
Station. For example, you might use CAT cables to trunk long distances, and flexible
microphone cables to connect HBP-2X Beltpacks to bulkheads.
Note: The cabling information provided in this guide is for guidance only. For in-depth, tailored
advice on cabling, Clear-Com recommends that you contact your Clear-Com representative.
17.1 Interoperability
The optional interface modules (two-wire, four-wire, 10/100BaseT Ethernet and Fiber
Channel) for the HMS-4X Main Station enable interoperability with your existing
communications infrastructure.
You can connect the HMS-4X Main Station to:
• Two-wire intercom systems and devices (including Encore and RTS) using standard
microphone cable (16 AWG – 26 AWG).
• Four-wire intercom systems and devices (including Eclipse) using Ethernet (CAT)
cable.
Tip: For more information about integrating HelixNet Partyline into your existing communications
infrastructure, see 13 Connecting to Other Intercom Systems.
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