FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Table of Contents FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement ............... ii Limited Lifetime Warranty....................... ii About the McBasic-Gigabit ....................1 Installing a McBasic-Gigabit ....................1 Configuration Instructions ...................... 2 LinkLoss, FiberAlert and Link Fault Pass-Through ............3 Additional Gigabit Features....................6 LED Operation ..........................
Installing a McBasic-Gigabit To install McBasic-Gigabit, first make sure that the unit is placed on a suitable flat surface. Attach the cables between the McBasic-Gigabit and each device that will be interconnected and then plug the unit into a reliable, filtered power source.
McBasic-Gigabit has user-configurable features located on the PCB board. Please refer to the board diagram and the table for available features. To access the McBasic-Gigabit board for configuration, loosen the two screws on the front of the unit. Slide the board out of the enclosure (faceplate is attached).
LinkLoss, FiberAlert and Link Fault Pass-Through McBasic-Gigabit includes the troubleshooting features FiberAlert, TXLL, FXLL and LFPT that help locate silent failures on a network. Before attempting to install the module(s), understand how these features work and react to specific network configurations.
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information to the fiber segment. If a media converter is not receiving a twisted pair link, TX LinkLoss disables the transmitter on the media converter's fiber port. The result is in a loss of the link on the device connected to the fiber port. FiberAlert (FA) FiberAlert minimizes the problems associated with the...
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Link Fault Pass-Through (LFPT) Link Fault Pass-Through (LFPT) is a troubleshooting feature that combines TX and FX LinkLoss from both the local and remote McBasic-Gigabit modules. LFPT is enabled by turning on both FX and TX LinkLoss on both modules. This feature allows either end of the conversion to detect a link fault occurring at the other end of the media conversion chain.
If the device being connected to the McBasic-Gigabit module does not support Auto Negotiation, disabling the feature on the McBasic-Gigabit module forces the link DIP Switch settings for FX AN:...
LED Operation Each McBasic-Gigabit Converter features diagnostic LEDs that provide information on features and ports. McBasic-Gigabit w/LFPT LNK/ACT Glows green when a twisted pair link is established. Blinks green when data is detected on the port. Located on RJ-45 connector.
Troubleshooting During installation, first test the fiber and twisted pair connections with all Troubleshooting features disabled, then enable these features, if desired, just before final installation. This will reduce the features’ interference with testing. If using a high powered device (which is designed for long distance installations) for a short distance installation, the fiber transmitters may overdrive the receivers and cause data loss.
Specifications Environmental Operating Temperature +32°F to +122°F (0°C to +50°C) Storage Temperature +13°F to 185°F (-25°C to +85°C) Humidity 5 - 95% (non-condensing) Power Consumption (Typical) McBasic-Gigabit w/LFPT: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60Hz, 0.2 to 0.1A...
B&B Electronics Technical Support Tel: (800) 346-3119 (in the U.S. and Canada) Monday-Friday, 7:00am-7”00pm CST +353 91 792444 (Europe) Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm GMT Fax: (815) 433-5109 U.S. and Canada +353 91-79244S5 Europe E-Mail: support@bb-elec.com U.S. and Canada techsupport@bb-elec.com Europe Web:...
Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines Fiber Optic transmitters and receivers are extremely susceptible to contamination by particles of dirt or dust, which can obstruct the optic path and cause performance degradation. Good system performance requires clean optics and connector ferrules. Use fiber patch cords (or connectors, if you terminate your own fiber) only from a reputable supplier;...
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WARNING! Integrated circuits and fiber optic components are extremely susceptible to electrostatic discharge damage. Do not handle these components directly unless you are a qualified service technician and use tools and techniques that conform to accepted industry practices.
Safety Certifications UL/CUL: Listed to Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including Electrical Business Equipment. CE: The products described herein comply with the Council Directive on Electromagnetic Compatibility (2004/108/EC) and the Council Directive on Electrical Equipment Designed for use within Certain Voltage Limits (2006/95/EC).
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The information in this document is subject to change without notice. B&B Electronics assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. McBasic-Gigabit is a trademark of B&B Electronics. Other brands or product names may be trademarks and are the property of their respective companies.
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