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Magnum FT14 and FT14H 10Mb/s Media Converters Installation and User Guide www GarrettCom com...
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Magnum™ FT14 and FT14H 10Mb/s Media Converters Installation and User Guide Part #: 84-00134Z Rev. B 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.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 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.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Electrical Safety requirements: This product is to be installed Only in Restricted Access Areas (Dedicated Equipment Rooms, Electrical Closets, or the like). 48VDC products shall be installed with a readily accessible disconnect device in the building installation supply circuit to the product.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 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...
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications ... 1 Summary of models and descriptions: ... 7 INTRODUCTION Inspecting the Package and the Product ... 8 ...
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Connecting Ethernet Media ... 33 3.6.1 Connecting Twisted Pair (RJ-45 ports) ... 33 3.6.2 Connecting Fiber Optic multi-mode, single mode ... 34 3.6.3 Power Budget Calculations for Fiber Media ... 36 ...
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Rev B 09/09: updated DIN rail mount (pg. 28) Rev A 09/04: Minor updates on UL Requirements, power supplies Rev A 06/04: Minor updates on Agency approvals and power supplies Rev A 05/03: Initial release of this user manual for FT14 and FT14H www GarrettCom com viii...
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) SPECIFICATIONS 1.1 Technical Specifications Model FT14, FT14H multi-mode and single-mode Performance: Data Rate: 10 Mbps (IEEE 802.3), half duplex mode Network Standards: Ethernet: Ethernet V1.0/2.0 IEEE 802.3: 10BASE-T, 10BASE-FL IEEE 802.3,...
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Maximum Standard Ethernet Segment Lengths: 10BASE-T (twisted pair): 10BASE-FL Fiber optic : 10BASE-FL Single-mode Fiber optic: Note for single-mode: HDX collision domain limits may restrict distances to about 5km.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Ambient Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing) UL 2043 tested for above-the –ceiling (plenum) installation Conformal coating (humidity protection) option, request quote. Designed for NEBS compliance, including vibration, shock, and altitude...
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 100-240V AC at 50-60Hz, for high temp. with built-in IEC320 connector for “-Hi” DC to unit: “Hi” international model 9V DC, 2.5mm jack, center +ve, 6ft. cord Power Supply ( DC Direct): built-in terminal block for +, -, ground.
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Dimensions, Media Converter unit: Height x Width x Depth FT14 and FT14H: 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: all FT14 and FT14H mm and sgl.mode models: 4.6 oz. (130g);...
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Metal Mounting clips for panel mounting : included DIN-Rail mounting option: Model # DIN-RAIL MC2 (see Section 3.4) Rack-mount option: MC14-TRAY, see Mean Tine Between Failure (MTBF Agency Approvals and Standard Compliance:...
1.2 Summary of models and descriptions: FT14-Hd = TP to 10Mb mm Fiber ST, external 115 60Hz AC power supply, for 0 to 50`C FT14-Hi = TP to 10Mb mm Fiber ST, external 230 50Hz AC power supply, for 0 to 50`C...
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) INTRODUCTION This section describes the FT14 and FT14H 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;...
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 FT14 and FT14H Media Converters. All models offer a graceful way to convert and transmit data between twisted pair and Fiber network cables for media flexibility in new or expanded 10Mb Ethernet networks.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) and use an external AC power supply. A metal case with convection cooling is featured. COPP FIBE GarrettCom Ethernet at its Best 10 Mb/s Magnum 10Mb/s Media 9VDC www. GarrettCom .com Magnum FT14 Operation may be in 0°...
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The FT14-series Media Converters offer a graceful way to convert and transmit data among twisted pair, and Fiber (Multi or Single Mode) network cabling environments. FT14 Media Converters cost significantly less than full repeaters and can be used whenever media distance limitations will not be exceeded in the segment.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) LINK COPPER GarrettCom Ethernet at its Best 10 Mb/s Magnum FT14 10Mb/s Media Converter 9VDC www. GarrettCom .com The up-link (or crossover) switch on the RJ-45 port simplifies cable installation. All fiber...
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) either mode type, i.e., attached devices are either both full-duplex or both half-duplex. Magnum FT14-series 10Mb Media Converters are designed for quick and easy installation even in very tight spaces. Media cables are easily attached to the corresponding Media Converter or any other device.
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10BASE-T specification for 10 Mb/sec traffic via shielded (STP) or unshielded twisted pair (UTP) segments. The Link Pass-Through feature is especially desirable for use in managed networks, and is standard in all FT14 and FT14H models. Note: experience shows that the maximum number of 10Mb Media Converters that can be used in series is three.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 2.3 Features and Benefits Reduces Network Costs Magnum Media Converters offer the ideal solution to efficiently and inexpensively connect Twisted Pair with 10Mb Fiber media within an expanding Ethernet network where full repeaters are not required.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Two sets of LEDs for viewing status from any angle. Each FT14 Media Converter is equipped with a two sets (front and side) of LEDs to provide status information when viewed at any angle or mounting arrangement, rack-mount (MC14- Tray) or wall-mount.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Qualified to use for temperature un-controlled “outdoor” application The Magnum FT14H Hardened version of media converter supports the ambient temperature rating up to –40C to +75C for DC options model, which qualified for un-controlled “outdoor”...
Fiber. Equipped with wide variety of options of AC and DC power supply and components for higher un-controlled temp qualify the FT14’s for use in office locations as well as industrial and even outdoor applications.
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In this application, in a Industrial environment where extended temp. supported units is a requirement, the existing Twisted pair network can be easily connected to longer distance through fiber media using Magnum FT14 or FT14H 10 Mb media converters. 10Base-T Ethernet Segment...
The Magnum FT14 Media Converters, regular, non-hardened models, come without the Link Pass-through feature unless it is specially ordered with the “LP” model. In this regard, the FT14 models operate the same as the smaller companion product, the Magnum TF14.
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SNMP agent, can troubleshoot the cabling by examining the LINK status on each port. This works fine as long as all of the cabling is twisted pair. When a twisted-pair to fiber media converter is introduced, the FT14 regular models of these products (not the Magnum FT14H’s) treat each attached cable segment as a separate entity.
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The Link-Pass-through in the FT14H models provides the LINK “see-through” feature desired for managed networks. On the FT14H models, either both LINK LEDs are lit or neither is lit. And, the FT14 and FT14H’s both operate in transparent half- and full-duplex mode.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) INSTALLATION This section describes the installation of the Magnum FT14-series Media Converters, including location, segment distance calculation and media connection. 3.1 Locating the Media Converter Unit All the FT14-series operate in transparent half-and full- duplex mode.
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Alternatively, metal mounting clips and screws are included for a rugged and secure mounting in any orientation. Installation of the Magnum FT14 and FT14H Media Converters is a simple procedure. The installation location is dependent upon the physical layout of the Ethernet network and associated cabling.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 3.2 MC14-TRAY for Rack Mounting of FT14 Series Converters For 19” rack-mounting of Magnum FT14-series Media Converters, a rack-mount tray is available, MC14-TRAY. The Media Converter units are mounted with their RJ-45 port...
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) A typical installation of the model MC14-TRAY, 19” rack-mount tray will hold a few (often three to eight) 14-series Media Converters, with their power supplies plugged into power strips (not included) in the rear area of the tray. Metal mounting screws in the bottom-front hold the Media Converters firmly in place.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 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). Metal mounting screws in the bottom-front hold each of the media...
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) converters secure in the tray, separately removable for service. The dual LEDs permit viewing operating status of the Media Converters from any angle. 3.4 DIN-Rail mounting option The Magnum FT14 and FT14H Media Converters, designed for use in “Factory Floor”...
3.5 Calculating Overall Segment Distance Important Note: Special consideration must be given to maximum cable segment lengths of a Magnum FT14 and FT14H 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.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) LINK COPPER GarrettCom Ethernet at its Best 10 Mb/s Magnum FT14 10Mb/s Media Converter 9VDC .0.3AMP www. GarrettCom .com www GarrettCom com RX/ACT LINK FIBER UP LINK X Fiber optic - ST Connector...
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Connectivity between Fiber and TP Ethernet Media. Media Distance Formula for Magnum Media Converters: 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%.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 100% = 39%]. The length of Segment Y is 55m (165 ft). This is 55% of the maximum allowable distance for UTP 10BASE-T media (100 m) [55/100 x 100% = 55%]. The total of the two percentages (39% + 55%) is 94%, which is allowable.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 3.6 Connecting Ethernet Media Connecting Ethernet media to the Magnum FT14 Series Media Converter is very simple and straightforward. Using proper media segment, simply attach the cable end to the appropriate connector.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 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. If the LINK LED is not illuminated, change the setting of the up-link switch (See Section 4.6 for up-link switch information.) If this does not help, ensure that the cable...
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) Single-mode fiber 2/15 - 8/60 * xx/yy are the diameters of the core and the core plus cladding respectively The values shown are typical values Procedure for connecting multi-mode and single-mode fiber cables: Before connecting the fiber cable, remove the protective dust caps from the tips of the connectors on the media converter.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) For the Link Pass-through model, connection is the same except that the LINK indication will not be present unless LINK is made for the cables on both sides. 3.6.3...
(Attenuation = Cable loss + LED aging loss + Insertion loss + safety factor) OPERATION This section describes the operation of the Magnum FT14 and FT14H, 10Mb Media Converters, including power supply requirements, up-link switch functionality, and a description of all LEDs.
The 9V DC power input has a plug of 2.5mm, center +ve , with 6 ft. cord. The Magnum FT14 and FT14H media converters are designed to be used with UL listed Class II power supplies. Detail info. is provided in Technical Specifications Section 1.1.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) The Internal 9V DC (8 – 15V DC) has a built-in terminal block for +, -, ground. The 9V DC jack is also present. Detail information about the 9 VDC, the 24V DC and the –48V DC is provided in the Technical Specifications Section 1.1.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) rated at –40`C to +75`C. If indoors, the DC jack is also present and optionally can be used with an external AC power supply. DC Power Terminals: “+”, “-”, floating GND: Terminal for “earth”...
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 4.3 FT14H, DC-powered, -48VDC, 24VDC and 9VDC Installation This section describes the proper connection of the -48VDC leads (or 24VDC, 9VDC leads) to the Direct DC power terminal block on the Magnum FT14H hardened media converter (as shown in Figure above).
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) NOTE: Always use a voltmeter to measure the voltage of the incoming power supply and figure out the +ve potential lead or -ve potential lead. The more +ve potential lead will connect to the post labeled “+ve”...
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 4.4 Dual LEDs, front-panel and side-panel Description PWR/P Illuminates GREEN to indicate power applied. LINK/L (TP) Illuminates GREEN, Steady ON when both attached cable segments are operational at the other end. 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.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 4.5 Up-Link (Cross-over) Switch The FT14 and FT14H 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- RJ45 link to a network hub, switch or concentrator.
However, if you are unsure of the procedures described in this section or if the Magnum FT14 / FT14H 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.
Make sure that an AC power cord is properly attached to each Magnum FT14/FT14H 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.
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If the problem continues after completing Step 4 above, contact your supplier of the Magnum FT14/FT14H 10 Mb/s Media Converters unit or if unknown, contact GarrettCom, Inc by fax, phone or email (support@garrettcom.com) for assistance.
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 5.2 When Calling for Assistance Please be prepared to provide the following information. A complete description of the problem, including the following points: a. The nature and duration of the problem;...
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) A record of changes that have been made to your network configuration prior to the occurrence of the problem. Any changes to system administration procedures should all be noted in this record.
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FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) GarrettCom will carefully test and evaluate all returned products, will repair products that are under warranty at no charge, and will return the warranty-repaired units to the sender with shipping charges prepaid (see Warranty Information, Appendix A, for complete details).
FT14 and FT14H 10Mb Media Converters Installation and User Guide (09/09) 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.
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, replace components in the products that prove to be defective at no charge other than shipping and handling, provided that the product is returned pre-paid to GarrettCom.