User's Manual

WinLink User and Installation Guide Version 1.795 3-27
Connecting the ODU to the IDU
The ODU-IDU cable conducts all the user traffic between the IDU and
the ODU. The ODU-IDU cable also provides -48 VDC supply and
Ethernet to the ODU. The maximum length for one leg of the ODU-IDU
cable is 100m (328 ft) in accordance with 10/100BaseT standards.
When using an O-PoE or PoE-8, the maximum length for two legs of
the O-PoE or PoE-8 cable is 100m (328 ft) in accordance with
10/100BaseT standards.
The ODU-IDU cable is supplied pre-assembled with RJ-45 connectors,
at the length specified when ordering. If the ODU-IDU cable was not
ordered, use Cat. 5e 24AWG shielded cable. Wiring specifications are
given in
Wiring Specifications.
To connect the ODU to the IDU
1. Route the cable from the ODU to the IDU.
2. Secure the cable along its path.
3. Connect the ODU-IDU cable to the RJ-45 connector on the IDU.
The figures below illustrate typical IDU panels. You may have
differences in your panels depending on the hardware ordered.
Figure 3-2: Typical IDU-E Rear Panel
Figure 3-3: IDU-R Rear Panel