3M Volition VOL-0202 User manual

Package Contents
124-Port Rack Mount Media Converter
1 Electrical Cord
4 Rack Mount Screws
™
Volition
Ethernet™Media Converter
VOL-0202 (Rack Mount,
24-Port) 10BaseT To 10BaseFL
For A Hub, Repeater Or Switch
Installation Instructions
No user serviceable parts inside.
Return unit to authorized 3M service facility for repair.
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Hardware Features
The Model VOL-0202 Modular Media
Converter has the following hardware
features.
•24 optical VF-45™ ports with 24
corresponding RJ-45 ports
• IEEE 802.3 10BaseFL signaling
• Independent port operation
•Up to 2 kilometer (km) link distance
(max.), MMF.
• Copper and fiber link fault
monitoring
• Works with any 10BaseT Hub,
Repeater, or Switch
• Write-on surface on back allows
labeling of ports
• Switching power allows operation in
any country
• Uses straight-through UTP cable to
connect to a Hub, Repeater or Switch
Volition™ VF-45™ Fiber
Plug Ports Connected
"FL" LED
(Fiber Link Indicator) "TP" LED
(Twisted Pair Indicator)
Twisted Pair (RJ45) Ports
Connected to 10BaseT
Hub, Repeater, Switching Hub
Power Connector
Write-On Surface
For Port Labeling
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The 3M Volition™ 10BaseT to 10BaseFL 24-
port media converter is an inexpensive
device for fiber-to-the-desk cable installation
where a 10BaseFL hub is not installed. The
unit provides a high density 24-port
Ethernet™ twisted-pair electrical signaling to
fiber optic light signaling conversion within
a 1U spacing (1.75 inches, 4.45
centimeters) in standard 19 inch (48.26
centimeters) equipment racks.
The rack mount media converter has 24
VF-45 optical ports on the front which
correspond to 24 RJ-45 twisted-pair ports
on the rear of the unit. An electrical cord is
provided for powering the opto-electrical
conversion. The unit is designed to
interface to RJ-45 ports on 10 Mb/s
Ethernet Repeaters, Hubs and Switches. The
Volition™ Ethernet™ media converter is
specified to operate over 2 km of standard
62.5/125 um multimode optical fiber.
The Volition™ media converter complies
with the following standards.
Functional: IEEE 802.3 10BaseFL
Safety: UL 1950, EN 60950, CSA 22.2#950
Electromagnetic Emissions:
FCC Part 15, Class A.
EN 55022, Class A.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This device complies with the EMC directive
of the European Community and meets or
exceeds EN 55022, Class A.
Electromagnetic Susceptibility
Electrostatic discharge (ESD):
IEC 801-2, Level 2
Radiated electromagnetic field:
IEC 801-3, Level 2
Electrical fast transients/burst:
IEC 801-4, Level 2
Operating temperature range:
0 to + 40 degrees C
Storage temperature range:
-25 to + 70 degrees C
Interface Specifications:
Fiber plug: Volition™ VF-45™
RJ-45 Interface
Power: 100 to 240 Vac, 50 to 60 Hz,
.45A
Specifications
Receiver: PIN Diode
Transmitter: Light Emitting Diode (LED)
Wavelength: 850 nm
Maximum optical power coupled into
62.5/125, 0.275 fiber: -12 dBm (avg)
Minimum optical receive sensitivity: -32.5
dBm (avg)
Maximum optical working distance: 2 km,
MMF
Maximum copper working distance: 100 m
Supports full duplex operation
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All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to Seller’s products are based on information believed to be reliable,
but the accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed. Before utilizing the product, the user should determine the suitability of the
product for its intended use. The user assumes all risks and liability whatsoever in connection with such use.
Any statements or recommendations of the Seller which are not contained in the Seller’s current publications shall have no force or
effect unless contained in an agreement signed by an authorized officer of Seller. The statements contained herein are made in lieu of all
warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose which warranties are hereby expressly disclaimed.
SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE USER OR ANY OTHER PERSON UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY, FOR ANY INJURY OR FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES SUSTAINED OR INCURRED BY REASON OF THE USE OF ANY OF THE SELLER’S PRODUCTS.
Important Notice
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Austin, TX 78726-9000
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FAX [phone]
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