CommFront FBR-Serial-2 Quick Start Manual

Industrial RS-232/485/422 to Fiber Optic Converter
Part Number: FBR-Serial-2 (DIN-Rail/Wall-Mount)
Single-Mode (25miles/40km) or Multi-Mode (3miles/5km)
Connector types: ST, SC or FC
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Industrial RS-232/485/422 to Fiber Optic Converter
Part Number: FBR-Serial-2 (DIN-Rail/Wall-Mount)

■ INTRODUCTION

The FBR-Serial-2 (DIN-Rail/Wall-Mount) is a rugged, industrial-grade, multi-function serial to fiber
optic converter that supports asynchronous serial communications (RS-232, RS-485, and RS-422)
through fiber optic links. The FBR-Serial-2 works in pair (point to point) and it runs on a light-speed
fiber backbone inherently resistant to radio and electrical interference, such as EMI/RFI, transient
surges, and ground loops. Depending on the fiber cable and the type of converter used, a
single-mode fiber optic converter can extend the RS-232/485/422's distance to 25 miles (40 km),
while a multi-mode fiber optic converter can extend the RS-232/485/422's distance to 3 miles (5 km).
Standards can be mixed and matched, so RS-232 devices can be connected to RS-485/422 devices,
or RS-485 (2-wire) devices can be connected to RS-422 (4-wire) devices without using a converter
and isolator. The unit supports serial data rates up to 115.2kbps and features data format
auto-sensing and self-adjusting, and therefore, no DIP switch or jumpers are required. When working
with RS-485 signals, the CommFront's auto-turnaround feature eliminates the need for flow control.

■ FEATURES

 Point to point fiber links.
 Industrial grade enclosed in
 Direct DIN-Rail or wall/panel mounting without using any unsecured brackets or adapters.
 Standards can be mixed and matched. For instance, one FBR-Serial-2 can be configured for
RS-232 while the other side can be configured for RS-485 or RS-422.
 Single or Multi-mode, with ST, SC or FC connectors.
 Transmits serial data (RS-232, RS-485 or RS-422) over long distances through fiber cables
(Single-mode: 25 miles or 40 km; Multi-mode: 3 miles or 5 km).
 Supports up to 128 nodes of RS-485/422 devices.
 Operating temperature: -40ºF to 185ºF (-40ºC to 85ºC).
 Built-in 600W surge protection, 15kV static protection and circuit protection.
 Surface Mount Technology manufactured to RoHS and ISO-9001 standards.
 Safety: Strictly certified by TUV (Cert No. SG-CE-100005; SG-FCC-100002).
 5 Year manufacturer's warranty.

■ SPECIFICATIONS

Compatibility:
Power Source:
External AC/DC Power Adapter:
Current Consumption:
Wavelength:
Output Power (Fiber):
Sensitivity (Fiber):
Usable Fiber Optic Cables:
Serial Data Rates:
Number of Maximum Nodes:
Distance (Serial Port):
Distance (Fiber Lines):
Connectors (Serial Port/Power):
Connectors (Fiber Links):
Surge Protection:
Electro-Static Discharge (ESD):
Dimensions (H x W x D):
Weight:
Operating Temperature:
Operating Humidity:
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Communications made easy
a rugged, rustless ABS housing.
EIA/TIA RS-232C, RS-485, and RS-422 standard
9 to 30VDC (External AC to DC power adapter included)
9VDC/500mA (Input: 100~240VAC 50/60Hz, US type A plug)
Less than 100mA
1310nm
Single-Mode: -8dBm(Min); -7dBm(Typ); -5dBm(Max)
Multi-Mode: -15dBm(Min): -10dBm(Typ); -8dBm(Max)
Single-Mode: -35dBm; Multi-Mode: -34dBm
Single-mode: 8.3/125, 8.7/125, 9/125, 10/125µm
Multi-mode: 50/125, 62.5/125µm (supports OM1, OM2, OM3
and OM4)
300 to 115,200 bps (auto-sensing and self-adjusting)
RS-485/422: 128 nodes
RS-232: 16ft (5m); RS-485/422: 4000ft (1.2km)
Single-mode: 25 miles (40km); Multi-mode: 3 miles (5km)
Serial Port/Power: 10-way terminal block
2x ST Connector; 2x SC Connector; or 2x FC Connector
600W
Up to 15KV
5.0 x 3.6 x 1.3 in (127 x 73 x 33 mm)
4.6 oz (130 g)
-40ºF to 185ºF (-40ºC to 85ºC)
0 to 90% Non-condensing
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