Multiple performance display connections

Multiple performance displays can be connected together (daisy-chained) for the purpose of an expanded system, via a separately available 8-pin right-angled daisy-chain accessory cable. A maximum of 4 performance displays can be daisy-chained in a series and a maximum of 10 performance displays can be connected per system.

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Example: daisy-chain network connection scenario

Important

When daisy-chaining instruments together, ensure that a suitably-rated fuse is installed before applying power. The fuse rating must be appropriate for the total power consumption of all daisy-chained instruments in your system. For more information, refer to: Inline fuse and thermal breaker ratings

  1. Alpha 9 performance display — receiving power directly from a 12 V or 24 V power source via a separately available power and RayNet cable.

  2. Alpha 9 performance display — receiving power from the previous instrument in series via a separately available daisy-chain cable.

  3. Alpha 7 performance display — receiving power from the previous instrument in series via a separately available daisy-chain cable.

  4. 8-pin right-angled daisy chain cable, available separately.

  5. 8-pin right-angled power to RayNet and bare end power wires cable, available separately.

  6. Protective cap — must be fitted when connector is not in use.

Note

For information on the available cables and accessories, refer to the following section: Spares and accessories