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RS485 Cabling
CAT5 or CAT6 is the recommended cable type for RS485 cabling. Max 1200 meters.
RJ45 or Terminal Connection Option?
This Converter as well as the EVO2/4 controllers have
terminal block AND RJ45 connectors. Use your preferred method.
(CAT5 cable works better with RJ45 connectors)
RJ45 Connection Option
If using the RJ45 terminals use the same pin layouts at each end.
RJ45 Pin Outs (same at both ends):
A – Pin 1
B – Pin 2
GROUND – PIN 4
Terminal Block Connection Option
Connect A to A, B to B and GND to GND (SHIELD on older v2 Boards)
Evolution Software
Download the latest version of Evolution software from www.cstech.biz
Assign the com port to the Location in Evolution
Go to Hardware/Locations. Press Auto find and then Assign Selected.
If the correct COM port is assigned, you will see red RX led LED flashing even if no controllers are connected
to the converter.