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  • Page 1 Magnum TB14 and TB14H 10Mb/s Media Converters Installation and User Guide www GarrettCom com $5.00 USD...
  • Page 2 Installation and User Guide Part #: 84-00126Z Rev. D Trademarks GarrettCom is a registered trademark and Magnum, Dymec, DynaStar, Personal Switch, Link-Loss-Learn, S-Ring, Convenient Switch and Converter Switch are trademarks of GarrettCom, Inc. Ethernet is a trademark of Xerox Corporation...
  • Page 3 If problems are experienced with Magnum TB14/TB14H 10 Mb/s Media Converters products, consult Section 5, Troubleshooting, of this User Guide. Copyright © 2004 GarrettCom, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission from GarrettCom, Inc.
  • Page 4 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment generates, uses and can radiate 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.
  • Page 5 48V centralized DC source. The external power supply for DC units shall be a Listed, Direct Plug In power unit, marked Class 2, or Listed ITE Power Supply, marked LP, which has suitably rated output voltage (i.e.
  • Page 6 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide Contacting GarrettCom, Inc Please use the mailing address, phone and fax numbers and email address listed below: GarrettCom, Inc. 47823 Westinghouse Dr. Fremont, CA 94539 Phone (510) 438-9071 Fax (510) 438-9072 Website: http://www.GarrettCom.com...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters TABLE OF CONTENTS   SPECIFICATIONS   Technical Specifications ... 1   INTRODUCTION   Inspecting the Package and the Product ... 9   Product Description ... 10   Features and Benefits ... 16   Applications ... 18  ...
  • Page 8 ... 34   Power Requirements, Power Supply Types for TB14 and TB14H ... 34   Powering the TB14H (Direct DC) with 12V, 24V or –48V DC ... 37   TB14H, DC-powered, -48VDC, 24VDC and 12VDC Installation ... 38   Dual LEDs, front-panel and side-panel ... 40  ...
  • Page 9 Rev C 07/03: Minor Update, MK3 units in Series. Rev B 02/03: Minor Update 10/02 for LEDs, corrected 3.6 Connecting Media Rev A 08/02 : Initial release of this user manual, for TB14 and TB14H www GarrettCom com Installation and User Guide...

  • Page 10: Specifications

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters 1.0 SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 Technical Specifications Performance: Data Rate: 10 Mbps (IEEE 802.3), half duplex mode Network Standards: Ethernet: IEEE 802.3, 10BASE2, 10BASE-T (Magnum Media Converters are physical layer standard Ethernet products, and operate independently of all software.)
  • Page 11 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Maximum Standard Ethernet Segment Lengths: 10BASE-T (twisted pair): 10BASE2 ThinNet (BNC): Note: Magnum Media Converters DO NOT support full length Ethernet segments. See Section 3.2 of this manual for media lengths and segment distance calculations.
  • Page 12 These products are intended to be supplied by a Listed, Direct Plug- In power unit, marked “Class 2”, or a Listed ITE Power Supply, marked “LPS”, which has suitably rated output voltage (i.e. 9vdc, 12vdc, 24vdc, 48vdc), and suitably rated output current (i.e.
  • Page 13 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters 100-240V AC at 50-60Hz, for “-Hd” high temp. with IEC320 connectors built-in 100-240V AC at 50-60Hz, for “-Hi” high temp with IEC320 connectors built-in DC to unit: 12V DC, 2.5mm jack, center +ve, 6ft. cord Power Supply ( Direct DC): built-in terminal block for +, -, gnd.
  • Page 14 Enclosure: Rugged sheet metal (Steel). Dimensions, Media Converter unit: Height x Width x Depth TB14 and TB14H: 3.5 in H x 3.0 in W x 1.0 in D (8.9 cm x 7.6 cm x 2.5 cm) Weight: TB14 and TB14H: 10.8 oz. (306g);...
  • Page 15 TP, BNC COL* TP, BNC. JAB* n.a. NOTE: *COL and JAB LEDs, only on TB14 and TB14H units, are indicators applicable to standard Ethernet collision domains with only half-duplex operation. www GarrettCom com TB14H Description unit Steady ON when power is applied Steady ON when proper link is established at both ends of the segment.*...
  • Page 16 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Metal Mounting clips : included DIN-Rail mounting option: Model # DIN-RAIL KIT Rack-mount option: MC14-TRAY, see Agency Approvals: UL Listed (UL60950), cUL, CE, Emissions meet FCC Part 15, Class A. NEBS L3 and ETSI compliant H model: IEEE P1613 Env.
  • Page 17 TB14H-Hi = TP to BNC, half-dpx, 100-240V 50-60Hz, AC power supply (Extended Temperature) TB14H-12V DC = TP to BNC, half-duplex, 12V DC Internal power supply (Extended Temperature) TB14H-24V DC = TP to BNC, half-duplex, 24V DC Internal power supply (Extended Temperature) TB14H-48V DC = TP to BNC, half-dpx, -48V DC Internal power supply (Extended Temperature) MC14-TRAY = 19”...

  • Page 18: Introduction

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters INTRODUCTION This section describes the TB14 and TB14H models, including appearance, features and typical applications. 2.1 Inspecting the Package and the Product Examine the shipping container for obvious damage prior to installing this product; notify the carrier immediately of any damage which you believe occurred during shipment or delivery.

  • Page 19: Product Description

    Rugged packaging, a selection of extended temperature models, choice of AC and DC power types, ease-of-use features, and energy-efficiency are the primary characteristics of the Magnum 10Mb TB14 and TB14H Media Converters. All models offer a graceful way to convert and transmit data between twisted pair and thin coaxial BNC network cables for media flexibility in new or expanded 10Mb Ethernet networks.
  • Page 20 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters The TB14 regular-package units are for office and wiring closet environments and use an external AC power supply for either 0° to 40°C or the more stressful industrial COAX TWISTED PAIR GarrettCom Ethernet at its...
  • Page 21 The TB14H Hardened unit features a sealed metal case which is also used as a heat sink. No air flow is required for cooling, so the TB14H resists dust, dirt, moisture, smoke and insects, and is plenum rated. Choices of models for external AC or internal DC power are available.
  • Page 22 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters limitations will not be exceeded in the segment. All units are compatible with Ethernet V 1.0 / 2.0 specifications and comply with IEEE 802.3 standards. TWISTED PAIR GarrettCom Ethernet at its Best 10 Mb/s...
  • Page 23 The standard “1-per-unit” external power supply plugs into a nearby AC wall socket or power strip. The TB14H (Hardened) media converter is also available with extended temperature power supply AC/DC (External/Internal) to qualify for un- controlled and Industrial application.
  • Page 24 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide 10BASE-T specification for 10 Mb/sec traffic via shielded (STP) or unshielded twisted pair (UTP) segments. They feature an up-link or cross-over switch to eliminate the need for a special cross-over cable when connecting to a hub or concentrator and also an ( ∝...

  • Page 25: Features And Benefits

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters 2.3 Features and Benefits Reduces Network Costs Magnum Media Converters offer the ideal solution to efficiently and inexpensively connect Twisted Pair with ThinNet media within an expanding Ethernet network where full repeaters are not required.
  • Page 26 AC and DC Power Supplies with extended temperature ratings TB14H Media Converters are designed for use in temperature un- controlled applications, and are available with variety of ratings, external AC and internal DC power supplies.

  • Page 27: Applications

    BNC. The wide variety of options of AC and DC power supply qualify the TB14 s for use in office locations as well as industrial and even outdoor applications.
  • Page 28 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters extended temperature features easily qualifies to be deployed in this requirement and smoothly serve the needs by changing BNC media to RJ-45. 10Base-T Ethernet Segment The TB14 10Mb Ethernet Media Converter connects twisted-pair cabling to existing BNC cabling.

  • Page 29: Installation

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters INSTALLATION This section describes the installation of the Magnum TB14s Media Converters, including location, segment distance calculation and media connection. 3.1 Locating the Media Converter Unit All the TB14-series operate in transparent half-and full- duplex mode.
  • Page 30 Alternatively, metal mounting clips and screws are included for a rugged and secure mounting in any orientation. Installation of the Magnum TB14 and TB14H Media Converters is a simple procedure. The installation location is dependent upon the physical layout of the Ethernet network and associated cabling.

  • Page 31: Mc14-Tray For Rack Mounting Media Converters

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide 3.2 MC14-TRAY for Rack Mounting Media Converters For 19” rack-mounting of Magnum TB14s Media Converters, a rack-mount tray is available, MC14-TRAY. The Media Converter units are mounted with their RJ-45 port...

  • Page 32: Mc14-Tr+Ps9 & Mc14-Tr+Ps9X2 For Rack Mounting Media Converters

    55 watts at 50°C ambient, 9VDC output, and supporting up to 10 MC for MC14-TR+PS9 and 16 units of Fiber media converters for MC14-TR+PS9X2. The MC14-TR+PS9X2 Model has two groups of eight units per power supply. These models www GarrettCom com...
  • Page 33 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters The side-view picture shown here is an example of an installation of the model MC14- TR+PS9, 19” rack-mount tray, holding a few 10Mbps TB14s and 100Mb 14E Media www GarrettCom com Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 34 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide Converters, each with their power input plugged into the built-in common AC power supply in the rear area of the tray. (PS units that come with the MC’s are not used).

  • Page 35: Din-Rail Mounting Option

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters 3.4 DIN-Rail mounting option The Magnum TB14 and TB14H Media Converters, designed for use in “Factory Floor” Industrial Ethernet environments, are also available for DIN-Rail mounting in an enclosure having DIN Rails. The metal DIN-Rail mounting hardware is optional and needs to be ordered as a separate item, e.g.

  • Page 36: Calculating Overall Segment Distance

    3.5 Calculating Overall Segment Distance Important Note: Special consideration must be given to maximum cable segment lengths of a Magnum TB14 and TB14H Media Converter. It is recommended that IEEE 802.3 specifications for overall maximum segment distances be adhered to in order to maintain optimum network performance.
  • Page 37 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters TWISTED PAIR GarrettCom Ethernet at its Best 10 Mb/s Magnum TB14 Media Converter www.GarrettCom .com Connectivity between ThinNet and TP Ethernet Media. Media Distance Formula for Magnum Media Converters: www GarrettCom com COAX Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 38 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide X% + Y% < 100% Where X = The segment distance on one side of the Magnum Media Converter divided by the Standard Maximum Media Distance for that media type, x 100%.
  • Page 39 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide percentages for all of the cabling lengths in the run must be added together and must not exceed 100%. Note 2: If the total segment distance calculation result is greater than 100%, consider using a Magnum Repeater so that each cable type can be 100% of its maximum allowed length.

  • Page 40: Connecting Ethernet Media

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters 3.6 Connecting Ethernet Media It is recommended that both of the media (TP and BNC) be connected with power off so that both ports are connected when power is applied to the logic in the electronics.

  • Page 41: Connecting Thinnet (10Base2)

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters plug into the RJ-45 connector of the Magnum Media Converter. Connect the other end of the cable to the corresponding device. Use the LINK LED to ensure proper connectivity by noting that the LED will be illuminated when the units are powered and proper connections established.
  • Page 42 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide Converter in the same manner as is done for any standard BNC connection. Be sure that the BNC segment is properly terminated using a standard “T” connector. The TB14s media converter is also equipped with “Terminator Switch”...

  • Page 43: Operation

    LEDs. 4.1 Power Requirements, Power Supply Types for TB14 and TB14H offices, (0° to 50°C) is used for heavy duty and industrial applications. The TB14 & TB14H www GarrettCom com Installation and User Guide Magnum TB14 Media Converters are power- efficient and can work with an external AC-DC Adapter power supply.
  • Page 44 The TB14H are specially designed to provide reliable operation, withstand higher temperature environment and provide the various choice to the user to deploy in uncontrolled temperature environment. The extended temp. AC version of TB14H uses the external power supply with (100-240v) AC range at 50-60 Hz.
  • Page 45 TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide DC) has a built-in terminal block for +, -, ground. The 12V DC jack is also present. Detail information about the 12 VDC, the 24V DC and the –48V DC is provided in the Technical Specifications Section 1.1.

  • Page 46: Powering The Tb14H (Direct Dc) With 12V, 24V Or -48V Dc

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide 4.2 Powering the TB14H (Direct DC) with 12V, 24V or –48V DC Each Magnum TB14H is equipped with an internal Direct DC power supply, and have built-in screw terminals for secure attachment of the power leads. Three models support a range of power input types.

  • Page 47: Tb14H, Dc-Powered, -48Vdc, 24Vdc And 12Vdc Installation

    12VDC leads) to the DC power terminal block on the Magnum TB14H hardened media converter (as shown in Figure above). The DC terminal block on the Magnum TB14H is located on the left side of the unit and is equipped with three (3) screw-down lead posts.
  • Page 48 The connection procedure is straightforward. Simply insert the DC leads to the TB14H’s power terminals, positive (+) and negative (-) screws. The use of Ground (GND) is optional; it connects to the TB14H chassis. Ensure that each lead is securely tightened from the top, as shown here.

  • Page 49: Dual Leds, Front-Panel And Side-Panel

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters 4.4 Dual LEDs, front-panel and side-panel Description Illuminates GREEN to indicate power applied. LINK/L (TP) Illuminates GREEN, to indicate proper connectivity on the 10BASE-T network segment. LINK will turn off in the event connectivity is lost between the ends of the twisted pair segment or a loss of power occurs in the unit or remote device.

  • Page 50: Tb14S, Bnc Internal Termination Switch

    (using a “tee” connector, not supplied) is required. Some applications may require a "tee" connector, used as a tap, to allow the 10BASE2 coax segment to continue on past the TB14 and TB14H port connection. www GarrettCom com...

  • Page 51: Up-Link (Cross-Over) Switch

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters 4.6 Up-Link (Cross-over) Switch The TB14 and TB14H Media Converter is equipped with an Up-Link slide switch. When set to the UP position (X), the Media Converter is wired with cross-over functionality for direct up-link to a network hub, switch or concentrator.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    However, if you are unsure of the procedures described in this section or if the Magnum TB14/TB14H 10 Mb/s Media Converter is not performing as expected, do not attempt to repair the unit; instead contact your supplier for assistance or contact GarrettCom Customer Support.

  • Page 53: Before Calling For Assistance

    Make sure that an AC power cord is properly attached to each Magnum TB14/TB14H 10 Mb/s Media Converters unit. Be certain that each AC power cord is plugged into a functioning electrical outlet. Use the PWR LEDs to verify each unit is receiving power.
  • Page 54 If the problem continues after completing Step 4 above, contact your supplier of the Magnum TB14/TB14H 10 Mb/s Media Converters unit or if unknown, contact GarrettCom, Inc by fax, phone or email (support@garrettcom.com) for assistance.

  • Page 55: When Calling For Assistance

    The components involved in the problem; d. Any particular application that, when used, appears to create the problem; An accurate list of GarrettCom product model(s)involved, with serial number(s). Include the date(s) that you purchased the products from your supplier.

  • Page 56: Return Material Authorization (Rma) Procedure

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters 5.3 Return Material Authorization (RMA) Procedure All returns for repair must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. To obtain an RMA number, please use this URL - https://rma.garrettcom.com/rma/rma_request_noaccount.php Please have the following information readily available: Name and phone number of your contact person.
  • Page 57 (see Warranty Information, Appendix A, for complete details). However, if the problem or condition causing the return cannot be duplicated by GarrettCom, the unit will be returned as: No Problem Found. GarrettCom reserves the right to charge for the testing of non-defective units under warranty.

  • Page 58: Shipping And Packaging Information

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters 5.4 Shipping and Packaging Information Should you need to ship the unit back to GarrettCom, please follow these instructions: Package the unit carefully. It is recommended that you use the original container if available. Units should be wrapped in a "bubble-wrap" plastic sheet or bag for shipping protection.

  • Page 59: Appendix A: Warranty Information

    TB14 and TB14H 10Mb Media Converters APPENDIX A: WARRANTY INFORMATION GarrettCom, Inc. warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of shipment by GarrettCom. During this warranty period, GarrettCom will repair or, at its option,...

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