Electrical Safety and Emission Statement Standards: This product meets the following standards. Warning: In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. RFI Emission Immunity lectrical Safety Important: Appendix C contains translated safety statements for installing this equipment.
Additional Compliance Warning Statements... 20 Selecting a Site for the Network Extender ...21 Cables Not Included ...22 Unpacking the Network Extender ...23 Installing the AT-MC601 Subscriber Unit ...24 Using the Subscriber Unit on a Desktop ... 24 Wall-Mounting the Subscriber Unit... 24...
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Contents Cabling the Subscriber Unit... 26 Powering On the Subscriber Unit ... 27 Installing the AT-MC602 Provider Unit ... 28 Using the Provider Unit on a Desktop... 28 Wall-Mounting the Provider Unit... 29 Grounding the Provider Unit ... 30 Rack-Mounting the Provider Unit ... 31 Cabling the Provider Unit...
Preface This guide contains instructions on how to install and configure the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 Extended Ethernet units. How This Guide is Organized This manual contains the following chapters and appendices: Chapter 1, Product Description, describes the features and components of the network extenders.
Preface Document Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Note Notes provide additional information. Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data.
Enter ‘anonymous’ as the user name and your email address for the password. Allied Telesyn web site: http://www.alliedtelesyn.com Allied Telesyn FTP server: ftp://ftp.alliedtelesyn.com AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide...
Chapter 1 Product Description The AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Extended Ethernet products are designed to transmit data at very high speeds over unshielded pairs of copper wires using VDSL technology on your existing telephone line. Summary of Features VDSL (Very high-bit-rate Digital Subscriber) Line port...
(MTU), and in the hospitality industry, such as airports, hotels, and convention centers. These units are sold in pairs with the AT-MC601 functioning as the subscriber and the AT-MC602 functioning as the provider. In an MDU, such as a university dormitory, the subscriber unit would be installed in each room and connected to a provider unit through the telephone outlet.
Product Description Location of Components Figure 2 illustrates the front panels of the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders. AT-MC601 Ethernet Status LEDs AT-MC602 Ethernet Status LEDs Figure 3 illustrates the rear panels of the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders. AT-MC601...
AT-MC602 network extenders: VDSL Line Port The VDSL Line port allows you to connect the AT-MC601 Subscriber unit to a telephone jack (wall outlet) and the AT-MC602 Provider unit to the inside phone line at the wiring closet. The two units need to be within 1,200 meters of each other in order for the port to operate properly.
Product Description PSTN Port The PSTN port allows you to connect the AT-MC601 Subscriber unit to a telephone and the AT-MC602 Provider unit to the outside telco box. This port features an RJ-11 connector. Table 2 lists the RJ-11 port pinouts and their assignments.
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The AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders can operate in either half- or full-duplex mode. The network extender can operate with end- nodes capable of either half-duplex, full-duplex, or that can Auto- Negotiate the duplex mode.
Product Description Status LEDs The AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders feature the status LEDs defined in Table 4. 10/100Base-TX Port LINK LINE Port LINK MGMT Port The management port features a 8-pin DIN connector for connecting the network extenders to your laptop or PC-compatible computer for configuration using the provided management cable.
AC power adapter specifically designed for each region the network extender is sold. Each type of power adapter has an unregulated output of 12V DC at 1A. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide Table 5 Management Cable Pinouts DIN Pin...
Product Description Software Features The AT-S57 software used to configure the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders has the following features: Determine the VDSL link status Set the upstream and downstream data transfer rates Monitor the status of the VDSL parameters on both the local and...
This chapter contains the installation procedures for the network extenders. The installation process is described in the following sections: Installation Safety Precautions Selecting a Site for the Network Extender Required Cables Unpacking the Network Extender Installing the AT-MC601 Subscriber Unit Installing the AT-MC602 Provider Unit Warranty Registration...
Installation Installation Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the network extenders. Refer to ”Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information” on page 54 for translated safety statements in your language. Caution Only use the power adapter supplied with the extender. The AT-MC602 can be installed stand alone or can be inserted in the AT-MCR12 chassis.
Additional Additional telecommunication-related compliance warning statements Compliance used with the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 Extended Ethernet units are Warning listed below: Statements Warning When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electronic shock and injury to persons, including the following: 1.
Installation Selecting a Site for the Network Extender Observe the following requirements when choosing a site for your network extender: If you plan to install the AT-MCR12 in an equipment rack, check to be sure that the rack is safely secured and that it will not tip over. Devices in a rack should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier devices near the bottom of the rack.
Cables Not Included The AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders require the three cables described in Table 6 below. These cables are not included with the network extenders. Port Ethernet PSTN VDSL Line AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide Table 6 Cables...
Allied Telesyn. network extender package. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesyn sales representative for assistance. One AT-MC601 or AT-MC602 Network Extender Four protective feet Two Phillips-head screws for wall-mounting Two plastic anchors for wall-mounting...
Installing the AT-MC601 Subscriber Unit The AT-MC601 Subscriber unit will most likely be used as a stand-alone device, or can be used as a desktop device, or mounted onto a wall, using the keyholes on the bottom of the unit. The screws and plastic anchors used for mounting the unit are provided.
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Installation 3. Install the screws and plastic anchors onto the wall, as shown in Figure 4. Position the switch onto the wall screws so that the ports are facing the Figure 7 Installing the Screws and Plastic Anchors Onto The Wall ceiling, as shown in Figure 8.
Figure 9. 2. Then, connect a telephone line cable from the PSTN port to the telephone, as shown in Figure 10. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide 10 Ba se 10 0B as...
Installation 3. Next, connect a telephone line cable from the VDSL Line port to the Powering On the Power on the Subscriber unit using the power adapter provided, as shown Subscriber Unit in Figure 12. wall/interior telephone line, as shown in Figure 11, so that the Subscriber unit can communicate with the Provider unit.
(PN 613-10725-00). material in a safe place. of the unit, as illustrated in Figure 6. PSTN LINK LINE Figure 13 Attaching Protective Feet to the Provider Unit AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide AT-MC602 ETHERNET EXTENDED VDSL MGMT LINK 100BaseTX...
Installation Wall-Mounting The Provider unit can be mounted onto a wall using the keyholes on the the Provider bottom of the unit. The screws and plastic anchors used for mounting the Unit unit are provided. To wall-mount the Provider Unit, perform the following procedure: 1.
Installation Rack-Mounting To install the Provider unit in an AT-MCR12 rackmount chassis, perform the Provider the following steps: Unit 1. Attach the unit to one of the sliders that will hold the unit in the chassis, as shown in Figure 18. Figure 18 Rack Mount - Set on Slider 2.
Provider box in your wiring closet, as shown in Figure 20. 2. Then, connect a telephone line cable from the PSTN port to the outside telco box, as shown in Figure 21. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide Internet Service...
Installation 3. Next, connect a telephone line cable from the VDSL Line port to the Powering On the Powering on the AT-MC602 Provider Unit requires that the host Provider Unit equipment, AT-MCR12 rackmount chassis, is powered on as well. For detailed information on how to power on the AT-MCR12 unit, refer to the AT-MCR12 Media Converter Rackmount Chassis Installation Manual.
AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide Warranty Registration When you have finished installing the network extender, register your product by completing the enclosed warranty card and mailing it to Allied Telesyn.
Chapter 3 Configuration The configuration software allows you to adjust and monitor the operating parameters of the media converter. Some of the functions that you can perform with the software include: The AT-S57 configuration software is included on the Documentation CD included with the network extender.
Starting a Configuration Session Downloading In order to configure and manage your AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 VDSL Software Updates network extenders, you need to download a copy of the configuration software onto the computers you will use to manage the units. The AT-S57 configuration software is included on the Documentation CD provided with the units.
If you are connected to the AT-MC602 Provider unit and want to configure the network extenders, continue with the next section, ”Configuring the Provider Unit” on page 38. If you are connected to the AT-MC601 Subscriber unit to attempt link recovery, continue with ”Configuring the...
AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide Configuring the Provider Unit After performing the procedure described in the previous section, ”Starting a Configuration Session” on page 36, if you are connected to the Provider unit, the AT- MC60x Configurator menu will appear. The Configurator bar...
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Configuration The parameters on the Configuration screen are described below. Upstream/Downstream The upstream and downstream data transfer rate. The maximum and minimum speeds in Mbps available in the pull-down menus are: Status This field will display “Select speed to set” until you have selected data rates from the upstream and downstream pull-down menus and set the rates by clicking the Apply button.
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Apply Press the Apply button to set your data transfer rates and negotiation direction selections. About Use the About button to display the version number of the AT-S57 configuration software. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide...
Configuration VDSL Status To view the VDSL Status screen, click on the VDSL Status tab at the top of the menu. The VDSL Status screen is displayed in Figure 28. Figure 28 VDSL Status The parameters on the VDSL Status screen are described below. These parameters are for viewing and monitoring purposes only.
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AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide Reduced Constellation Link A lesser QAM constellation, causing reduced line rates. If the full constellation rate cannot be achieved because the received SNR is too low, then a reduced constellation link can be established and the software can automatically configure the Subscriber unit parameters.
Configuration Ethernet Status To view the Ethernet Status screen, click on the Ethernet Status tab at the top of the menu. The Ethernet Status screen is displayed in Figure 29. Figure 29 Ethernet Status The parameters on the Ethernet Status screen are described below. TxRx Counters The data fields in this section indicate the number and type of frames that have been transmitted and received via the Ethernet link.
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AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide Stop/Start This button allows you to pause counting. When you press Stop, the counters remain at their present values. When you press Start, the counters continue adding to the values already recorded by the software.
Configuration Configuring the Subscriber Unit In rare instances, you may need to use the configuration software on the Subscriber unit to attempt link recovery. If the configuration software detects a problem with the Subscriber unit while you are connected to the Provider unit, it will prompt you to use the software on the Subscriber unit by displaying a pop-up error message.
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AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide time, a timeout will occur. After a timeout, the default configuration parameters will be used to establish a link with the highest possible speed. The default configuration parameters start at 0.94 Mbps upstream and downstream with negotiation set from Low ->...
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting This chapter contains information on how to troubleshoot the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders in the event a problem occurs. LEDs Check the PWR LED on the front of the network extender. If the LED is OFF, indicating that the network extender is not receiving power, do the...
,” as shown in Figure 32 Figure 32 No Answer Error Message Figure 33 Communication Error Message AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide ,” as shown in Figure 33...
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Troubleshooting If you are unable to establish a configuration session with the network extender and receive this error message, check to be sure that the management cable is securely connected to the management port on the network extender and to the RS-232 port on the computer.
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Configuration file was not found “ Syntax error in configuration file “ Configuration cannot be achieved These last three error messages indicate a problem with the configuration software. Try re-loading the software onto your computer. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide ” ” ”...
Downstream Min Flow Low to High Ethernet Port Duplex Mode Speed MDI/MDI-X Link Recovery Subscriber Unit Mode This appendix lists the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 default settings. Default Local (Provider) .94 Mbps .94 Mbps .94 Mbps .94 Mbps Selected Auto-Negotiate Auto-Negotiate...
Appendix B Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions: Weight: Recommended Minimum Clearance on All Sides: Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature: Storage Temperature: Operating Humidity: Storage Humidity: Operating Altitude: Non-operating Altitude: Power Specifications Power Consumption: Input Supply Current: Input Supply Voltage: (W x D x H) 109 mm x 95 mm x 25 mm (4.29 in.
Appendix C Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Important: This appendix contains multiple-language translations for the safety statements in this guide. Wichtig: Dieser Anhang enthält Übersetzungen der in diesem Handbuch enthaltenen Sicherheitshinweise in mehreren Sprachen. Vigtigt: Dette tillæg indeholder oversættelser i flere sprog af sikkerhedsadvarslerne i denne håndbog.
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Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Standards: This product meets the following safety standards. RFI Emission Immunity Electrical Safety Safety Only use the power adapter supplied with the extender. The AT-MC602 can be installed stand alone or can be inserted in the AT-MCR12 chassis.
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Betriebstemperatur: Dieses Produkt wurde für den Betrieb in einer Umgebungstemperatur von nicht mehr als 40° C entworfen. Alle Länder: Installation muß örtlichen und nationalen elektrischen Vorschriften entsprechen. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide EN55022 Klasse A, FCC Part 15 Klasse A EN55024 EN60950, UL60950, FCC Part 68...
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Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Standarder: Dette produkt tilfredsstiller de følgende standarder. Radiofrekvens forstyrrelsesemission Immunitet Elektrisk sikkerhed Sikkerhed Ved installation af converteren må man kun benytte den med købte PSU. AT-MC602 converteren kan installeres som enkelt node eller installeres i et AT-MCR12 chassis.
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Bedrijfstemperatuur: De omgevingstemperatuur voor dit produkt mag niet meer bedragen dan 40 graden Celsius. Alle Landen: het toestel installeren overeenkomstig de lokale en nationale elektrische voorschriften. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide EN55022 Klasse A, FCC Part 15 Klasse A EN55024 EN60950, UL60950, FCC Part 68...
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Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Normes: ce produit est conforme aux normes de suivantes. Eemission d’interférences radioélectriques Immunité Sécurité électrique Sécurité Utiliser uniquement l’adapteur aleatoire fourni avec l’extender. Le AT-MC602 peut etre installe d’une facon autonome, ou insere dans le AT-MCR12 chassis.
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Älä liitä puhelinlinjaa signaalin liittimeen. Käyttölämpötila: Tämä tuote on suunniteltu ympäröivän ilman maksimilämpötilalle 40° C. Kaikki Maat: Asenna tuote paikallisten ja kansallisten sähköturvallisuusmääräysten mukaisesti. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide EN55022 Class A, FCC Part 15 Class A EN55024 EN60950, UL60950, FCC Part 68...
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Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Standard: Questo prodotto è conforme ai seguenti standard. Emissione RFI (interferenza di radiofrequenza) Immunità Sicurezza elettrica Norme Di Sicurezza Questo dispositivo deve essere alimentato solo mediante il proprio adattatore. Il dispositivo AT-MC602 puo' essere installato a se' stante o puo' essere inserito nell' unita' AT-MCR12.
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Driftstemperatur: Dette produktet er konstruert for bruk i maksimum romtemperatur på 40 grader celsius. Alle Land: Produktet må installeres i samsvar med de lokale og nasjonale elektriske koder. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide EN55022 Klasse A, FCC Part 15 Klasse A EN55024 EN60950, UL60950, FCC Part 68...
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Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Padrões: Este produto atende aos seguintes padrões. Emissão de interferência de radiofrequência Imunidade Segurança eléctrica Segurança Use apenas adaptador de energia fornecido pelo extensão. O AT-MC602 pode ser instalado de maneira independente ou pode ser colocado dentro da unidade AT-MCR12.
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40 grados C. Para Todos Los Países: Monte el producto de acuerdo con los Códigos Eléctricos locales y nacionales. AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide EN55022 Clase A, FCC Part 15 Clase A EN55024 EN60950, UL60950, FCC Part 68...
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Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Standarder: Denna produkt uppfyller följande standarder. Radiostörning Immunitet Elsäkerhet Säkerhet Använd endast medföljande kraftaggregat till DSL konverteraren. AT-MC602 kan installeras fristående eller monterad i AT-MCR12 enheten. I det senare fallet behöver AT-MC602 inte kraftaggregatet. Varning: Nätkabeln används som strömbrytare för att koppla från strömmen, dra ur nätkabeln.
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