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FOX Communication Kit
Electronic Technician Assistant (ETA)

  BAPI recommends fiber optic cable for HVAC communications networks that travel between buildings. Fiber optic cable is not electrically conductive therefore it is not affected by electrical disturbances such as lightning strikes, radio transmitters or system ground variations.
  The FOX Communication Kit provides all the functions for one fiber optic and remote RS-485 network, plus it comes in a self-contained, easy-to-apply and cost effective assembly. The kit also aids in troubleshooting because LEDs indicate when power is applied and communications are present.
  The FOX Communications Kit includes:
  • One Fiber Optic Transceiver (FOX) module which converts RS-485 data to a fiber optic signal or converts a fiber optic signal to RS-485 data;
  • A 350 mA voltage converter (VC350) to provide the higher current necessary for flawless communications;
  • A Single Repeater Back Plane (SRBP) to mount the FOX module and provide pluggable connectors for power and three RS-485 cables;
  • A four inch long piece of 2.75" snaptrack to easily mount the entire assembly.

Part Number Description
BA/FOX-KIT FOX Communication Kit
includes one Fiber Optic Transceiver (FOX) Module, a 350 mA voltage converter (VC350), a Single Repeater Backplane (SRBP) and a 4" piece of 2.75" snaptrack

Installation and Operation Sheets (PDF)
VISIO Files (2002 version)
Half Scale ETA VISIO File (3 Meg, includes entire ETA Line)
Full Scale ETA VISIO File w/ Wiring Connections (21 Meg, includes entire ETA Line)

VISIO Files (2003 version)
Half Scale ETA VISIO File (800K, includes entire ETA Line)
Full Scale ETA VISIO File w/ Wiring Connections (3 Meg, includes entire ETA Line)


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RPTR - RS-485 Repeater
FOX
Communications Kit


(Kit includes one Fiber Optic Transceiver Module, a 350 mA voltage converter, a Single Repeater Backplane and a 4" piece of 2.75" snaptrack, see bottom of page for info on the individual parts in the kit)

INDIVIDUAL PRODUCTS IN THE RS-485 REPEATER KIT

FOX - RS-485 Fiber Optic Transceiver
The FOX converts the RS-485 data from the controller to a fiber optic signal for transmission to other buildings. It also converts the fiber optic signal back into RS-485 for distribution to controller..
3312VC Voltage Converter (p.G17)
TRK18 - Snaptrack
VC350 Voltage Converter
BAPI’s voltage converters are a cost effective way of converting 24 VAC to 5, 15 or 24 VDC for use on peripheral devices that require DC voltage. The converters are available with outputs of 75 mA, 100 mA or 350 mA. All converters are very compact and designed to fit into standard 2.75" snaptrack.
SRBP - Single Repeater Backplane
Many times you need to place only one communications repeater at a specific point in a communications network. A four-position Communications Repeater Backplane (RBP), described above, is more than you need. The SRBP provides a convenient single repeater solution.
RBP - Comm. Repeater Backplane
TRK18 - Snaptrack
Snaptrack
All good projects need a proper foundation and the ETA modules are no exception. The 2.75" Snaptrack provides a sturdy, secure and easy mounting method for the ETA line.