How are the dSMs and the dSS connected? digitalSTROM Support September 28, 2018 06:12 Updated Follow dSMs and dSS are connected via a 2-wire bus on which the dS485 protocol runs. Related articles Can I use a free NYM cable or control line for the dS 485 bus? How can I protect my devices from wind? Is the dS485 bus a SELV or PELV circuit? Can other deviced be linked to the dS-485 bus? What is the maximum cable length for a dS485 bus?