Black Box MTU9230 User manual

Black Box Network Services
464 Basingstoke Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 0BG
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E3/DS3 Fibre Extender

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Introduction
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 About the products
The Black Box range of Fibre Converters tabulated below provide a simple economic
way of converting from one type of transmission medium to another. Examples include:
Electrical signals on copper to optical signals on fibre, and vice-versa.
Single-mode optical fibre to multimode and vice-versa.
Model Customer Interface Line Interface
MTU9230 E3/DS-3 G.703 via BNC 75 ohm Dual SC Multi-mode fibre
MTU9240 E3/DS-3 G.703 via BNC 75 ohm Dual SC Single-mode short haul fibre

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The MTU9230/MTU9240 have been designed to be plug and go, conforming to appropriate
standards, physically very compact, and rack mountable in sets of 2 using a dual face plate,
or 18 units in a rack mount kit for large installations. FC units often enable substantial
savings to be made in cable costs by utilising the cheapest effective cable type without
incurring the costs of additional router or switch interfaces.
We are continually developing new models, so if the interface combination required
is not listed in this guide, please contact us.
1.2 Safety
Where electrical signal cabling is connected to the units, do not connect to cabling which
would be required by BS6701 to be equipped with over-voltage protection. Electrical signal
ports should only be connected to SELV ports on other equipment in accordance with
EN60950 clause 2.3.
1.3 Electromagnetic Compatibility
In order to ensure EMC compliance all electrical signal and data cables and connectors must
use a screened connector shell with a screened cable. The cable screen must be terminated
to the screened connector shell and not connected to any pins of the connector. Failure to
use the correct connector may compromise EMC compliance.
1.4 EN55022 Declaration
FC units are a Class A product. In a domestic environment it may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
1.5 FCC Declaration
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at its own expense.
1.6 WEEE Directive
Both units are covered by Directive 2002/96/EC (OJ:L37/24/2003) on waste electrical and
electronic equipment (The WEEE Directive). Units must therefore not be disposed of in
a standard landfill.

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1.7 Power Supply
Both units are powered by an internal mains-fed power supply. The mains input voltage is
100-250VAC, 50/400Hz. An alternative -48VDC power supply is available on all units as a
custom order item. The power consumption of each model in the range is shown below,
together with the current consumption over the operating voltage ranges.
An alternative -48VDC or -24 VDC power supply is available on most units as a custom order
item.
The supply definition of the -48VDC supply is minus 36 to minus 72 VDC, 200-100 mA. DC
power is supplied via a 3 pin Buccaneer socket fitted to the rear panel.
The supply definition of the -24VDC supply is minus 12 to minus 36 VDC, 700-125 mA. DC
power is supplied via a 2 pin Buccaneer socket fitted to the rear panel. The surrounding label
is cloured blue for the -12V/-24 option.
A Buccaneer plug is supplied with the unit for customer’s own wiring. The connections are
labelled on the rear panel of the unit as shown in the schematics below.
Pin1
-48V
Pin5
Pin3
0V
VDC IN
40-72V/200mA
Pin2
0V
V
DC IN
12-24V/700mA
Pin5
12-24V
Figure 1. 3 Buccaneer DC sockets
The units must be connected to safety earth for correct operation. The FC power supply
should be connected to a supply socket that is physically located close to the unit and is
easily accessible.
The power consumption of the units is shown below, together with the current
consumption over the operating voltage ranges.
power consumption
Product Watts Power
Consumption
100-250 VAC
Current Range
mA
-36 to -72 VDC
Current Range
mA
-12 to -36 VDC
Current range
mA
MTU9230 & MTU9240 6.0 60 - 25 200 - 100 600-200

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Safety Notes: Excessive voltages are present inside the unit. There are no user serviceable
parts inside the unit, and the cover should not be removed by unqualified personnel. The unit
must not be exposed to damp or condensing conditions.

Unpacking & Installation Procedure
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2 UNPACKING & INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2. 1 Unpack and inspect the equipment.
The carton should contain a single unit and for UK models, a power cable.
If there is any visible damage, do not attempt to connect the device. Contact your Supplier
or Black Box Technical support for advice and assistance.
2. 2 Optional rackmounting procedure
Rackmounting kit Part No MTU9000M-RACK may be used to mount two FC units side by
side in a 19” rack. First remove the two rear panel screws securing each unit’s lid. Fasten the
2 units to the rack mount adaptor plate using the screws that you have removed, as shown in
the illustrations below.
ALARM
EXT
Alarm
STM-1 MULTIMODE
STM1 G.703
Remove screw Remove screw
Figure 2.1 Unit rear panel
Then secure the rack mounting plate complete with the two units to the 19” rack using
the locating holes at the ends of the adaptor plate. The recessed twin unit rack will accept
either AC or DC FC models.
ALARM
EXT
Alarm
STM-1 MULTIMODE
STM1 G.703
A
LARM
EXT
Alarm
STM-1 MULTIMODE
STM1 G.703
Figure 2.2 Twin unit rack mounting
If you wish to use the optional 18 unit mounting rack, instructions are provided with the rack,
part number MTU9000M-18RACK-AC (AC Mains) or MTU9000M-18RACK-DC (DC Supply).

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2. 3 Power up the units
The unit requires 100-250 VAC, 50-60 Hz AC supply, drawing less than 50mA when
operating.
Alternatively, a -48VDC power supply is available as another option for all models.
The DC power options are -36 to -72 VDC (-48VDC), or -12 to -36 VDC (-24VDC), using a
Buccaneer type connector. See Section1 for further details on power consumption.
Plug a power cable into the back of the unit and switch on. Check that the Alarm LED on
the rear panel is illuminated red or green, flashing or steady. If the LED is off, power is not
being supplied to the unit.
2. 4 Connect the Customer and Network ports.
When all the ports are connected, the Alarm LED should give a steady Green display. Set-
up information for both models is contained in each section of this manual.
2. 5 Optionally connect the alarm relay
Many units offer an Alarm relay to provide an external warning of problems which may
arise. The interface is presented on an RJ45 connector, and offers both normally open and
normally closed contacts. Maximum contact rating is 1.5 Amp at 125 VDC. Normal is the
powered up, non-alarmed state. The connections are shown in the table below:
Figure 2.3 Alarm relay pinout
Pin Contact
1 Normally closed
2 Normally open
3 Common
4 Not connected
5 Not connected
6 Not connected
7 Not connected
8Not connected

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5 E3/DS3 TO FIBRE CONVERTER
5.1 Rear panel
The E3/DS-3 line is connected via a pair of BNC connectors on the rear panel. The fibre
connection is via a Dual SC connector on the rear panel.
ALARM
EXT
MULTIMODE
LINE
Alarm
GRN
OK
Figure 5.1 MTU9230 rear panel
5.1.1 Power connector
AC mains power is supplied via an IEC connector. The units have an integral power supply
operating over the range 100-250 VAC. It draws less than 50mA of current when operating.
Alternative -48 VDC and -24VDC power supplies are available. See Section 1 of this manual
for further details of this option and consumption data.
The units must be connected to safety earth for correct operation. The MTU9230 power
supply should be connected to a supply socket that is physically located close to the unit and
is easily accessible.
5.1.2 External alarm relay
Both models offer an Alarm relay to provide an external warning of problems which may
arise. The interface is presented on an RJ45 connector, and offers both normally open and
normally closed contacts. Maximum contact rating is 1.5 Amp at 125 VDC. Normal is the
powered up, non-alarmed state. The connections are shown in the table below:
Figure 5.2 Alarm relay pinout
Pin Contact
1 Normally closed
2 Normally open
3 Common
4 Not connected
5 Not connected
6 Not connected
7 Not connected
8 Not connected

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5.1.3 LED Alarms
There is a single multi-state alarm LED mounted on the rear panel. Its status options are
shown below:
Figure 5.3 LED status
5.1.4 Unbalanced BNC E3/DS-3 G.703 Customer port
The customer equipment is connected to the BNC connectors at the rear of the unit:
Figure 5.4 BNC connection
Cable lengths should be restricted to those defined below:
Figure 5.5 Cable lengths
Note: The total maximum attenuation of each of the cables attached to the BNC (network)
port must not exceed 6dB when measured at 1024 MHz. The frequency/attenuation
characteristic of the cables attached to this port shall follow a root frequency law.
LED Status Indication
Off No mains power present
Red steady E3/DS-3 Alarm
Red/Off flashing E3/DS-3 and Fibre Alarm
Green/Off flashing Fibre Alarm
Green steady Status OK
Pin Function
Tip Signal
Ring Shield
Cable E3 Max Length
(metres)
DS-3 Max Length
(metres)
UR202 180 155
RG59U 150 130
BT2002 160 140
BT2003 165 140