Overview - LANCAST twister 2111-12-01 Installation & User Manual

Overview

The Lancast "twister" 2111 10Mbps media converters provide
seamless integration of 10BASE-T Category 3, 4 and 5 twisted-pair with
singlemode and multimode 10BASE-FL fiber optic segments as well as
thinnet coax in Ethernet environments.
To optimize your Ethernet network, the media converter provides seamless
operation in half-duplex or full-duplex environments. Full signal restoration—
with a low bit delay — ensures accurate data transmission to and from LANs
within an organization. All signal activity is completely converted ensuring
accurate communication and collision detection in connected segments and
allowing maximum media length to be achieved on either side of the device.
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The "twister" 2111 provides the following key features:
• A Link Loss Carry Forward (LLCF) enable/disable switch
included to provide an easy means for troubleshooting a
remote network connection. Refer to the section of this guide
titled Link Loss Carry Forward for more information.
• All twisted-pair ports are equipped with an MDI-II to MDI-X
switch eliminating the need for crossover cables.
• Auto polarity support on all twisted-pair ports.
Whether you are updating or expanding your existing network, the Lancast line
of "twister" media converters supports a wide range of configuration needs. The
"twister" 2111 includes the following media conversion combinations:
Universal Power Supply (90-250V)
2111-12-01 RJ-45 to BNC
2111-13-01 RJ-45 to FL multimode SC
2111-15-01 RJ-45 to FL multimode ST
2111-16-01 RJ-45 to FL singlemode ST
2111-18-01 RJ-45 to FL multimode SMA
Domestic Power Supply (115V):
2111-12-02 RJ-45 to BNC
2111-13-02 RJ-45 to FL multimode SC
2111-15-02 RJ-45 to FL multimode ST
2111-16-02 RJ-45 to FL singlemode ST
2111-18-02 RJ-45 to FL multimode SMA
Does not apply to the "twister" 2111-12 (BNC).
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