Connecting to Interface Modules

Interface modules convert the four-wire signals of a central matrix port to some other form of communication (such as telephones, camera intercoms, two-way radios, and so on). In this way, non-four-wire devices can communicate with the central matrix.

Each interface module has hardware connectors to connect to both the central matrix and to the external device that communicates with the central matrix.

The Eclipse HX-Median has slots for 8 interface modules, in addition to 7 circuit cards (interface cards).

The Eclipse HX-Delta has slots for 3 interface modules, in addition to 4 circuit cards (interface cards).

Clear-Com also offers two types of interface frames, to house interface modules, the IMF-3, and the IMF-102 interface frames. For more information, see Locating Interface Frame(s) and Power Supplies.

The following figure shows the pin assignments of RJ-45 connectors when used to connect to interface frames (such as an IMF-3 frame):

For Eclipse HX-Omega, Eclipse HX-Median and Eclipse HX-Pico, if the GPI/RLY port is used a ferrite core must be added to the socket end of the cable. A suitable ferrite core is Würth Electronik part 74271132.

Note:

Shielded cable should be used, where possible.