RJ Series - Physical Layer Switching Systems for copper LAN, WAN, DSL, Telco apps with RJ style connectors.
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RJ Series Switching Systems
The RJ Series of computer controlled switching systems are designed for physical layer switching of multiwire signals on RJ style connectors. Since the system uses mechanical relays it acts exactly like a piece of cable which makes it perfect for testing networks without altering the signals or regeneration. These systems are typically used for Ethernet LAN 10BaseT through 1000BaseT, DSL including ASML through GFAST, CAT5 through CAT6A cable testing, USB up to 2.0, RS232, RS422, RS485 up to 8 wire at 20 Mbps and many other applications switched over RJ45 connectors up to 8 wires. They may also be used as lab automation switches, network testing switches, patch panels, network redundancy switches or any number of physical layer applications.
Control options include:
- 10/100BaseT Ethernet LAN
- IEEE488 Bus (GPIB)
- RS232
- USB
- Manual Control Optional
The units are available as either single chassis mainframes with dedicated control modules or up to 16 chassis may be controlled from a Mesa II Control chassis at a single IP address, GPIB address or Serial control port
RJV Chassis for large modular systems with 12 or 4 RJV modules per chassis: Jump to RJV Chassis section
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RJE Chassis for smaller modular systems with up to 16 1x4 or 2x2 RJE modules per chassis: Jump to RJE Chassis section
See the RJE Module selections: Jump to RJE Module section
RJM Chassis for Matrix NxM configurationsJump to RJM section
RJG Chassis for custom systems that can be built for almost any special purpose Jump to RJG Chassis section
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RJV Series
RJV/144-MF Chassis
Product Details ( pdf Bulletin )
This Chassis controls up to 12 RJV 12x1 modules, 6x4 modules, 4(1x2) modules or specialty modules. Add Switch Modules and a Control Module to complete the system.
Dimensions:
19" Rack Mount (483 mm)
15" deep (381 mm)
10.5" (6 RU) high (270 mm)
Weight: 20 to 35 lbs (9 to 16 Kg) max
AC Power : 150 Watts max. 110/220 selectable.
RJV/48-MF Chassis
Product Details ( pdf Bulletin )
This Chassis controls up to 4 RJV 12x1 modules, 6x4 modules, 4(1x2) modules or specialty modules. Add Switch Modules and a Control Module to complete the system.
Dimensions: 19" Rack Mount (483 mm)
15" deep (381 mm)
5.25" (3 RU) high (134 mm)
Weight: 20 to 30 lbs (9 to 13.6 Kg) max
AC Power : 50 Watts max. 110/220 selectable.
RJV Switch Modules
These switch modules use 2 pole relays to provide up to four pairs based on the EIA/TIA 568 pin out for RJ45 connectors.
Modules may be ordered switching one to four pairs. Pairs are pins 1-2, 3-6, 4-5, and 7-8. The most common configurations are 4 or 8 wire modules.
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RJV/12x1-TX Modules have a 12x1 mux configuration that also allows signals to be switched to the backplane to form 24x1, 36x1 or 48x1 configurations for up to 100BaseT Ethernet or any signals up to 50 Mhz.
Hot switch +/- 200 Volts, +/- 2 amps. Total of up to 60 Watts.
Will hot switch PoE signals without adaptors!
Passes all CAT5E cable tests.
Switch 2, 4 or all 8 wires.
CAT5E RJ45 connectors.
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RJV/12x1-CAT6A Modules have a 12x1 mux configuration. Cannot be switched to backplane but can be externally tree switched to form larger multiplexers and maintain bandpass.
Hot switch +/- 200 Volts, +/- 2 amps. Total of up to 60 Watts.
Will hot switch PoE signals without adaptors!
Passes all CAT6A cable tests and has been used for up to 10KBaseT Ethernet and GFAST DSL.
Switch 2, 4 or all 8 wires.
CAT6A RJ45 connectors.
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RJV/4(2x1) Modules have four independent 2x1 switch sections per module that operate as Normally Closed / Normally Open and can be used to sub mux other modules or redundancy / failsafe / fall over switches for network protection and back-up. Cannot be switched to backplane.
Hot switch +/- 200 Volts, +/- 2 amps. Total of up to 60 Watts.
Will hot switch PoE signals without adaptors!
Passes all CAT6A cable tests.
Switch 2, 4 or all 8 wires.
Latching versions available to maintain stste if power lost.
CAT6A RJ45 connectors.
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RJV/6x4-4 Modules have a 6x4 four wire matrix configuration that also allows signals to be switched to the backplane to form 12x4, 18x4 or 24x4 configurations.
Only available as 4 wire version switching pins 1-2 and 3-6 for 10/100BaseT.
Hot switch +/- 200 Volts, +/- 2 amps. Total of up to 60 Watts.
Will hot switch PoE signals without adaptors!
Switch 2 or 4 wires, pins 1-2 and 3-6 per 10/100 Ethernet.
CAT5E RJ45 connectors.
RJE Series
RJE/16(1x4)-MF Chassis
Product Details ( pdf Bulletin )
This Chassis allows up to 16 1x4 or 2x2 switch modules. Modular construction allows smaller configurations that may be expanded later by adding more modules. 2, 4, or 8 wire modules with CAT6 RJ45 connectors. Add Switch Modules and a Control Module to complete the system.
Features:
Individual 1x4 or 2x2 modules.
LED Front Panel Display of switch points.
Optional Manual Control.
Remote control from LAN, GPIB, RS232 or USB.
Dimensions:
19" Rack Mount (483 mm)
15" deep (381 mm)
5.25" (3 RU) high (135 mm)
Weight: 15 to 20 lbs (7 to 10 Kg) max
AC Power : 75 Watts max. 110/220 selectable.
RJE Switch Modules
Product Details ( pdf Bulletin )
These switch modules use 2 pole relays to provide up to four pairs based on the EIA/TIA 568 pin out for RJ45 connectors.
Modules may be ordered switching one to four pairs. Pairs are pins 1-2, 3-6, 4-5, and 7-8.
The most common configurations are 4 or 8 wire modules.
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RJE/1x4 Modules are used as individual 1x4 multiplexers. Modules may be connected in series to build larger muxes or used with other RJ products to build larger systems.
Hot switch +/- 200 Volts, +/- 2 amps. Total of up to 60 Watts.
Will hot switch PoE signals without adaptors!
Passes all CAT6 cable tests.
Switch 2, 4 or all 8 wires.
CAT6 RJ45 connectors.
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RJE/2x2 Modules are used as individual 2x2 matrices. Often referred to as transfer switches or baseball switches they are useful for line length simulations, failsafe and fall-over apps or building larger matrix switches. Modules may be connected in series to build larger matrices, inject other devices into a series path or used with other RJ products to build larger systems.
Hot switch +/- 200 Volts, +/- 2 amps. Total of up to 60 Watts.
Will hot switch PoE signals without adaptors!
Passes all CAT6 cable tests.
Switch 2, 4 or all 8 wires of the EIA / TIA 568 pair scheme.
CAT6 RJ45 connectors.
RJM Series
RJM/128-MF Chassis
Product Details ( pdf Bulletin )
This Chassis allows matrix configurations of 16x8, 32x4, two 16x4's, or two 8x8's. Modular construction allows smaller configurations that may be expanded later by adding more modules. 2, 4, or 8 wire modules with CAT5E RJ45 connectors. Add Switch Modules, display / driver modules and a Control Module to complete the system. The Dual 8x8 configuration has been tested and passes Gbit Ethernet Signals.
Features:
Internally configured Matrix for ease of wiring.
LED Front Panel Display of switch points.
Optional Manual Control.
Remote control from LAN, GPIB, RS232 or USB.
Dimensions:
19" Rack Mount (483 mm)
15" deep (381 mm)
3.5" (2 RU) high (90 mm)
Weight: 15 to 20 lbs (7 to 10 Kg) max
AC Power : 75 Watts max. 110/220 selectable.
RJM Switch Modules
RJM Switch Modules
Product Details ( pdf Bulletin )
These switch modules use 2 pole relays to provide up to four pairs based on the EIA/TIA 568 pin out for RJ45 connectors. Modules may be ordered switching one to four pairs. Pairs are pins 1-2, 3-6, 4-5, and 7-8. The most common configurations are 4 or 8 wire modules.
RJM/2(1x4) Modules are used to build 32x4 or dual 16x4 configurations.
Hot switch +/- 200 Volts, +/- 2 amps. Total of up to 60 Watts.
Will hot switch PoE signals without adaptors!
Passes all CAT5E cable tests.
Switch 2, 4 or all 8 wires.
CAT5E RJ45 connectors.
RJM/1x8 Modules are used to build 2x8 through 16x8 configurations.
Jumpers are installed to change the 2(1x4) into a 1x8 module.
Hot switch +/- 200 Volts, +/- 2 amps. Total of up to 60 Watts.
Will hot switch PoE signals without adaptors!
Passes all CAT5E cable tests.
Switch 2, 4 or all 8 wires.
CAT5E RJ45 connectors.
RJM Matrix Configurations
RJM Matrix Configurations
Product Details ( pdf Bulletin )
Configurations shown on the left are with the chassis filled with all 16 possible modules. Smaller versions of these configurations can be built using only some of the modules. Specs are based on how full the chassis is. Smaller matrices have better bandpass. Contact Cytec for specific test data based on the size you need.
RJG Series
RJG/128 Driver Chassis Front
RJG/40-MF with 30 2x2 modules for 8 wire Line Length Simulator
RJG single wire interrupt switch for 1000BaseT
RJG Custom Chassis
Product Details ( pdf Bulletin )
RJG systems allow you to mix modules from RJV and RJE series of products as well as add other Cytec modules from different product series such as coax or microwave switches. This RJG chassis have between 16 and 256 drives for almost unlimited configuration options. Switch Modules are internally mounted on the rear panel per customers desired configuration.
Features:
Mix RJE 1x4 or 2x2 modules with RJV/12x1 or 4(1x2) mods or Coax modules from other product series.
LED Front Panel Display of switch points.
Optional Manual Control.
Remote control from LAN, GPIB, RS232 or USB.
Dimensions:
19" Rack Mount (483 mm)
15" deep (381 mm)
5.25" (3 RU) to 10.5" (6 RU) high (135 to 270 mm)
Weight: 15 to 44 lbs (7 to 20 Kg) max
AC Power : 75 to 150 Watts max. 110/220 selectable.
RJ45 to SMA adaptor module allows separating signals out easily to monitor with test equipment:
