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- Page 1 Order toll-free in the U.S. 24 hours, 7 A.M. Monday to midnight Friday: 877-877-BBOX FREE technical support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 SUPPORT Mail order: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 INFORMATION Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com...
- Page 2 FCC AND IC STATEMENTS, SAFETY WARNING FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection...
- Page 3 FIBER OPTIC CONVERTERS NORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS (NOM) ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
- Page 4 NOM STATEMENT 11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato. 12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
4.1 Controls and Indicators ..............15 4.2 Power-Up, Normal Operation, and Power-Down ......16 4.3 Diagnostic Testing ................17 5. Troubleshooting ..................19 5.1 Common Concerns ................19 5.2 Calling Black Box ................20 5.3 Shipping and Packaging ..............20 Legal Information ..................... 21... -
Page 6: Specifications
Transparent to all data rates from 100 kbps to 250 Mbps Wavelength — Single-mode side: 1300 nm; Multimode side: IC350A: 850 nm; IC351A: 1300 nm Optical Output — Single-mode side: –18 dBm into 9/125 fiber; Multimode side: –22 dBm into 50/125 fiber;... - Page 7 FIBER OPTIC CONVERTERS Indicators — (9) Front-mounted LEDS: (1) POWER, (1) ON LOCAL, (1) ON REMOTE, (4) Activity Connectors — (4) Front-mounted ST female for data; (1) Rear-mounted IEC 320 male for power MTBF — Approx. 80,000 hours Temperature Tolerance — 32 to 104˚F (0 to 40˚C) Humidity Tolerance —...
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Page 8: Introduction
CHAPTER 2: Introduction 2. Introduction The Fiber Optic Converters pass data transmissions between the two standard types of optical fiber. Transmission lines used to carry fiberoptic signals over short distances are constructed of a relatively thick fiber called “multimode (graded index).” A much thinner fiber, “single-mode (graded index),” is used for transmitting light signals over longer distances. - Page 9 AMI or HDB3) or uncoded signals. CAUTION! Use the Fiber Optic Converter-850NM (our product code IC350A) to convert to and from multimode cable carrying light at 850 nm. Use the Fiber Optic Converter-1300NM (our product code IC351A) to convert to and from multimode cable carrying light at 1300 nm.
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Page 10: Installation
CHAPTER 3: Installation 3. Installation 3.1 Unpacking Carefully remove the Fiber Optic Converter and included equipment from the container it came in and place the unit securely on a clean surface. Inspect the container and everything that was in it for damage, and immediately report any damage you find. -
Page 11: Mounting (Optional)
ALLMOUNTING To wallmount the Converter, you will require a wallmount bracket. This is not included with the Converter; call Black Box’s technical support for a special quote. Once you have the bracket, take these steps, referring to Figure 3-1 below: 1. - Page 12 ACKMOUNTING To rackmount the Converter, you will require a rackmount tray. This is not included with the Converter; call Black Box’s technical support for a special quote. The tray can hold up to two Converters, and requires 1U of rack height.
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Page 13: Connecting The Power Supply
If you need Converters with FC or SMA connectors, call Black Box’s technical support for a special quote. Also, if you need to transmit data across very long stretches of single-mode cable, call Black Box’s technical support for a special quote on Converters with laser-diode transmitters. 3.5.1 S... - Page 14 CHAPTER 3: Installation 3.5.1 U SING A AIR OF ONVERTERS TO STABLISH A INGLE If you are using two Fiber Optic Converters to connect two multimode devices across a length of single-mode cable, as shown in Figure 2-1 on page 9, connect the fiberoptic cables to each Converter this way: •...
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Page 15: Operation
FIBER OPTIC CONVERTERS 4. Operation 4.1 Controls and Indicators All of the Fiber Optic Converter’s controls and indicators, except for the power switch, are located on the Converter’s front panel, shown in Figure 4-1 below. The power switch is located on the rear panel of the unit, immediately above the power-cord connector (see Section 3.4). -
Page 16: Power-Up, Normal Operation, And Power-Down
CHAPTER 4: Operation The Converters also have several important internal components (these are schematically represented in Figure 4-2 below): • Multiplexor for converting single-mode signal to multimode (MUX SM/MM) • Multiplexor for converting multimode signal to single-mode (MUX MM/SM) • Remote loop generator •... -
Page 17: Diagnostic Testing
FIBER OPTIC CONVERTERS 4.3 Diagnostic Testing To test one Fiber Optic Converter or a pair of Converters, as well as the attached fiberoptic lines, first connect a Bit Error Rate Tester (BERT) in place of the local device. Then follow the steps in Section 4.3.1 or Section 4.3.2, as appropriate. - Page 18 CHAPTER 4: Operation 4.3.2 R EMOTE OOPBACK This test can be done only with a pair of Converters, one on either side of the single-mode line. Move the TEST switch on the front panel of the local Converter to the REMOTE (right-hand) position. The local Converter will light its ON LOCAL and ON REMOTE LEDs;...
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
2. Make sure that the utility (mains) outlet where the Converter is plugged in is actually providing power. 3. Call Black Box for technical support. I’m having data-transmission problems 1. Make sure that you are using the proper type of Converter for your multimode cable’s wavelength (the Fiber Optic Converter-850NM for... -
Page 20: Calling Black Box
If you need to transport or ship your Fiber Optic Converter: • Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • Before you ship a unit for repair or return, contact Black Box to get a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number, and make sure you... - Page 21 FIBER OPTIC CONVERTERS DISCLAIMERS No representation of fitness of this product for any purpose other than those specifically mentioned in this manual is made by the manufacturer or its agents. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any legal theory.
- Page 22 © Copyright 2000. Black Box Corporation. All rights reserved. 1000 Park Drive • Lawrence, PA 15055 • 724-746-5500 • Fax 724-746-0746...