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TC Communications TC3212 User Manual

Pocket rocket 10/100base-t to 100base-fx ethernet media converter
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TC3212
POCKET ROCKET
10/100BASE-T to 100BASE-FX
ETHERNET MEDIA CONVERTER
User's Manual
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and accurate as of date of publication, no guarantee is given or implied
that this document is error free or accurate with regard to any specifica-
tion. TC Communications, Inc. reserves the right to change or modify
the contents of this manual at any time without prior notification.
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TC Communications, Inc. 17881 Cartwright Road - Irvine, CA 92614
Tel: (949) 852-1972
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  • Page 1 TC Communications, Inc. reserves the right to change or modify the contents of this manual at any time without prior notification.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TC3212 Table Of Contents User's Manual Rev. 1.6 Chapter 1 - Overview ....................... 3 Features .............................. 3 Standards ............................3 Description ............................3 Optical Specifications ........................4 Transmission Distances (typical) ....................4 Launch Power & Sensitivity ....................... 4 Typical Point to Point Application Diagrams ..................5 Top Panel LEDs, DIP Switches and Connectors ................

  • Page 3: Chapter 1 - Overview

    Interference (EMI) and ground loops. The TC3212 works with all popular sizes of single mode and multimode fiber optic cable. Standard fiber optic connectors are SC (ST and FC, optional). The TC3212 is the standard pocket rocket unit. The electrical connector is an RJ-45 Female connector.

  • Page 4: Optical Specifications

    TC3212 User's Manual Optical Specifications Rev. 1.6 Multimode 1310nm, 2km Option Transmitter: LED; typical Launch Power: -20.0 dBm @1310nm Receiver: PIN Diode; typical Sensitivity: -31.0 dBm @1310nm Optic saturation level: 0 dBm @1310nm Loss Budget: Multimode (62.5/125µm)@1310nm: 11 dB Distance: Multimode (62.5/125µm)@1310nm:...

  • Page 5: Typical Point To Point Application Diagrams

    Figure 2. Application Diagram using one TC3212 and a TC3240 unit The TC3212 has the ability to work as a single standalone unit and connect to other devices that are 100Base- FX on the fiber optic side. For example, the diagram shown above on Figure 2, shows one TC3212 being connected to a TC3240 unit.

  • Page 6: Top Panel Leds, Dip Switches And Connectors

    Alarm Conditions include; * Loss of fiber signal (either fiber is not connected or is broken) * There is no link for copper port (No Ethernet cable is connected or is broken) Figure 3. TC3212 Top Panel View MNL-3212P-01-16 - 6 -...

  • Page 7: Side Panel Leds And Connectors

    Note: Input voltage can be connected Max switching current: 2.5A as floating input voltage, positive input voltage or negative input voltage with reference to Frame Ground Figure 4. TC3212 Side Panel View Figure 5. TC3212 "One Fiber" Option Side Panel View MNL-3212P-01-16 - 7 -...

  • Page 8: Chapter 2 - Installation

    Inc. Equipment Location The TC3212 should be located in an area that provides adequate light, work space, and ventilation. Avoid locating it next to any equipment that may produce electrical interference or strong magnetic fields, such as elevator shafts or heavy duty power supplies. As with any electronic equipment, keep the unit from excessive moisture, heat, vibration, and freezing temperatures.

  • Page 9: Chapter 3 - Troubleshooting

    Rev. 1.6 General Alarm conditions occur when there is any loss of optical signal or loss of copper link detected by the TC3212. It is highly recommended to conduct bench tests before actual installation. Bench testing allows the user to become familiar with all the functions and features of the TC3212 in a controlled environment.

  • Page 10: Chapter 4 - Specifications

    TC3212 Chapter 4 - Specifications User's Manual Rev. 1.6 Data Rates Ethernet ..........10/100Mbps Auto Negation, 100Mbps Full, 10Mbps Full Optical Transmitter ..................LED/FP LASER/DFB LASER Receiver ........................PIN Diode Wavelength ....................1310nm Multimode ....................1310nm/1550nm Single Mode Fiber Optic Connectors ..............SC** (ST or FC optional) Loss Budget ............

  • Page 11: Frequently Asked Questions

    User's Manual Rev. 1.6 Frequently Asked Questions 1) Can I test the TC3212 by just connecting a pair of TC3212 units with optical fiber cables? Ans: Yes, you can connect a PC on each end and ping each other. 2) What kind of cable should I use? Ans: Use RJ-45 standard Cat.

  • Page 12: Appendix B - Pocket Rocket Mount Base Chassis

    TC3212 Appendix B - Pocket Rocket Chassis User's Manual Rev. 1.6 Features The following is the pocket rocket mount base chassis. Dimensions are measured in inches(centimeters). Standard input power is 12VDC@400mA, (24VDC, -48VDC and 115/240VAC with an external power cube are optional).

  • Page 13: Return Policy

    Buyer should notify TC Communications, Inc. promptly in writing of any claim based upon warranty, and TC Communications, Inc., at its option, may first inspect such goods at the premises of the Buyer, or may give written authorization to Buyer to return the goods to TC Communications, Inc., transportation charges prepaid, for examination by TC Communications, Inc.
  • Page 14 TC Communications, Inc. TC Communications, Inc. shall not be responsible for loss or damage in transit and any claims for such loss or damage shall be filed by the purchaser with the carrier.

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