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If you have devices requiring signal or power that are located up to 4,000 feet away from your CommStar Network Controller (sold separately), there is an answer. Using a new unified host Interface, the 8 Channel RS-485 Hub allows for both an RS-230 and an RS-485 input connection and then distributes signal or power over long runs out to eight separate devices. The advantage of having this product is that the RS-485 signal travels farther, meaning you won't have to spend more money on repeaters couplers or amplifiers. Additionally, the RS-485 line can be daisy chained, instead of being home run wires, so you can cut down on wiring costs.
Important Note: Only 1 RS-232 or RS-485 interface input port can be used at a time; selectable by adjusting the jumper.
Other Features
- Two-wire half-duplex operation
- Two-wire power screw terminal strips
- Two-wire data screw terminal strips
- Two-way RS-232/485 converter
- 16-device configuration
Active Hub Channels
Each channel on the hub is driven by a separate RS485 driver. Each channel can support 128 devices and a maximum line length of 4000 ft. Active transmission control is provided by the hub for outbound messages from the Master input. All channels transmit simultaneously.
Star Wiring Topology
The hubs are designed to allow trouble free point to point star wiring topologies, without regard for line length or termination. However, each hub channel can support single device or multi-drop configurations with proper network considerations.
Network Power
Network devices may be powered from the hub's 12VDC @ 200mA max. Each channel is protected by a re-settable 200mA fuse. Do not exceed maximum power draw for all devices of 1000mA. Power input to the hub is protected by a re-settable fuse.
Channel Termination
Termination resistors (120 Ohm) are generally recommended on line lengths over 100 ft. Each channel has a termination resistor on board. For SINGLE device connection to a channel, a terminating resistor should be on the device end also. For MULTI-DROP connection to a channel, a terminating resistor should be installed on the last device on the line.
HomeSeer Connection
Converts RS485 signals to RS232 for use in connecting TR16, TR40, and ZCVX controllers to a HomeSeer system. Only one controller is needed. All thermostats and zone controllers are wired to this hub. The hub then connects to a single RS232 serial port on the HomeSeer computer.
- Two-wire half-duplex operation
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Specifications
Manufacturer: Residential Control Systems Manufacturer Product No.: 8AH485D Inputs: One RS-485 or one RS-232 Outputs: Eight RS-485 Power Supply: 12VDC, 1A Dimensions: 6" x 4" x 1.5" Output Voltage Restrictions: 200ma; 1000ma total for all channels Chanell Line Length: Up to 4000 feet on each channel
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8 Reviews
- Review of 30048 Review by SCOTT
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Review of 30048
SCOTT
Rating We have been using these for alarm systems for years. They are rock solid and simplify our installs. They are 100% invaluable.
Posted on 7/11/2014
- Review of 30048 Review by Scott
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Review of 30048
Scott
Rating We use this for some large scale alarm systems and it is a fantastic piece of hardware. It is rock solid reliable and saves us a ton of headaches from what we were previously using.
Posted on 6/10/2014
- Review of 30048 Review by Scott Napier
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Review of 30048
Scott Napier
Rating We use this for some large scale alarm systems and it is a fantastic piece of hardware. It is rock solid reliable and saves us a ton of headaches from what we were previously using.
Posted on 6/10/2014
- Review of 30048 Review by GERARD
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Review of 30048
GERARD
Rating Smarthome delivered very quickly. The RS-485 Hub worked as advertised with my RCS TRS-60. Highly recommended.
Posted on 8/30/2012
- Review of 30048 Review by JASON
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Review of 30048
JASON
Rating Works as expected
Posted on 7/9/2012
- Review of 30048 Review by MARK
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Review of 30048
MARK
Rating This device allows us to eliminate 7 other devices when used in it's full capacity. A real money saver.
Posted on 2/20/2012
- Review of 30048 Review by ROBERT
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Review of 30048
ROBERT
Rating I used this product for multiple security cameras. It worked perfectly. Smarthome was very attentive to my order, and questions.
Posted on 6/20/2009
- Review of 30048 Review by LOUIS
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Review of 30048
LOUIS
Rating RCS Products are great.
Everything works perfert.Posted on 1/21/2009
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