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FCC AND IC RFI STATEMENTS 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 B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference...
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100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR 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.
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NOM STATEMENT 10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor. 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.
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100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL Any trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners.
100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR 1. Specifications NOTE In this manual (except where noted otherwise): • LH1709A-SCTS represents models LH1709A-SCTS-US, LH1709A-SCTS-EU, LH1709A-SCTS-UK, LH1709A- SCTS-AU, and LH1709A-SCTS-JP. • LH1710A-SCRS represents models LH1710A-SCRS-US, LH1710A-SCRS-EU, LH1710A-SCRS-UK, LH1710A- SCRS-AU, and LH1710A-SCRS-JP.
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CHAPTER 1: Specifications User Controls: (1) Button for MDI/MDI-X connection; (1) ON/OFF N-Way switch for autonegotiating speed and duplex operation Connectors: All models: (1) RJ-45, (1) SC, (1) barrel connector for Power Indicators: (6) LEDs: (2) LNK, (2) RCV, (1) Full Duplex, (1) Power Temperature Tolerance: Operating: 32 to 158°F (0 to 70°C);...
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100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR Power: All models: External power supply: Output: 12 VDC @ 0.8 A; LH1709A-SCTS-US, LH1710A-SCRS-US, LH1711A-SCTS-US, LH1712A-SCRS-US: Input: 120 VAC, 60 Hz (2-prong); LH1709A-SCTS-EU, LH1710A-SCRS-EU, LH1711A-SCTS-EU, LH1712A-SCRS---EU: Input: 230 VAC, 50 Hz (2-prong);...
CHAPTER 2: Introduction 2. Introduction 2.1 Description The 100BASE-TX to 100BASE-FX Media Converter Transmitter and Receiver extends 100BASE-TX UTP over a single strand of single-mode fiberoptic cable. You’ll need one transmitter and one receiver. The LH1709A-SCTS transmitters work with the LH1710A- SCRS receivers to extend your link up to 12.4 miles (20 km), and the LH1711A-SCTS transmitters work with the LH1712A-SCRS receivers to extend the link twice as far...
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100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR Figure 2-1. Receiver (top) and Transmitter (bottom).
CHAPTER 2: Introduction 2.2 What the Package Includes • (1) 100BASE-TX to 100BASE-FX Media Converter Transmitter or Receiver • (1) AC adapter • (4) Non-skid rubber feet • (2) Mounting screws • This users’ manual NOTE You’ll need one Transmitter and the corresponding Receiver.
100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR 3. Installation 3.1 MDI/MDI-X Connection Before plugging in and installing your media converter transmitter and receiver, you’ll need to set the MDI/MDI-X button on each converter. This button selects whether you need to use crossover or straight- through twisted-pair cabling to connect the RJ-45 ports on the 100BASE-TX portion of your network.
CHAPTER 3: Installation Table 3-1. Crossover selection. Connected Device Cable Configuration Setting Hub or switch Straight-through MDI-X Hub or switch Crossover DTE (NIC) Straight-through DTE (NIC) Crossover MDI-X 3.2 Autonegotiation (N-Way) Switch Once you’ve set the MDI/MDI-X button on the transmitter and receiver converters, you’ll need to set the Autonegotiation (N-Way) switch on each converter.
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100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR When the switch is ON, autonegotiation operation mode is enabled. When the switch is OFF, autonegotiation operation mode is disabled. Set the switch to OFF when connec- ting to an autosensing, not an autonegotiating, switch. NOTE An autonegotiating switch automatically detects and adjusts for 10- or 100-Mbps operation AND full- or half-duplex...
CHAPTER 3: Installation 3.3 Typical Applications Once you’ve set the MDI/MDI-X buttons and N-Way switches on the Transmitter and Receiver, you’ll need to determine which application you’ll use. See Figures 3-3 through 3-5. 1: C XAMPLE ONVERTER UNCTIONING AS A PEED RIDGE ETWEEN...
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100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR 2: C XAMPLE ONVERTER UNCTIONING AS A ERVER FOR AN LAN C NTERPRISE OR ONFIGURATION In the figure below, the converter is functioning as a server for an enterprise or LAN configuration. It provides 100-Mbps full-duplex link to workgroups of 10/100 switches located on separate floors within a single building.
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CHAPTER 3: Installation 3: C XAMPLE ONVERTER UNCTIONING AS A PEED EDICATED INK WITHIN A AMPUS ETWORK ONFIGURATION In the figure below, the converter is functioning as a high-speed dedicated link within a campus network. It provides a 100-Mbps full-duplex link to a remote network node.
100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR 3.4 Installing the Converter NOTE You’ll need one Media Converter Transmitter and the corresponding Media Converter Receiver. See Section 2.1. After you set the MDI/MDI-X button on both the Transmitter and Receiver converters as described in Section 3.1, set the Autonegotiation (N-Way) switches as explained in Section 3.2, and determine how you will use your converters as shown in Section 3.3, you’ll need...
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CHAPTER 3: Installation For wallmount installation, use the underside of the converters as a template to measure and mark out the position of the holes onto the surface where you will install the converters. Then use the two mounting screws provided to mount each of the converters firmly in place.
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100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR 8. Connect one end of a single strand of single-mode fiber cable to the SC connector on the converter. 9. Connect the other end of the fiber cable to the SC connector on the corresponding converter (Transmitter or Receiver).
CHAPTER 4: LED Indicators 4. LED Indicators Once your 100BASE-TX to 100BASE-FX Media Converter Transmitter and Receiver are properly installed, they operate maintenance-free. Several LEDs tell you the status of the converters and the network at a glance. See Figures 4-1 and 4-2. Figure 4-1.
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100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR • (2) Link LEDs light when receiving link pulses from a compliant device. • (2) Receive LEDs flash or light when data packets are being received. • The Full Duplex LED lights when the converter is in full duplex mode...
CHAPTER 4: LED Indicators 5. Troubleshooting 5.1 Calling Black Box If you determine that your 100BASE-TX to 100BASE-FX Media Converter Transmitter or Receiver is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Black Box at 724-746-5500.
100BASE-TX TO 100BASE-FX MEDIA CONVERTER TMTR AND RCVR 5.2 Shipping and Packaging If you need to transport or ship your 100BASE-TX to 100BASE-FX Media Converter Transmitter and Receiver: • Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. •...
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