Black Box LGC010A User manual

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MARCH 2008
LGC010A LGC011A
LGC012A LGC013A
LGC014A LGC015A
LGC016A LGC017A
Gigabit Miniature Media Converters
CUSTOMER
SUPPORT
INFORMATION
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FREE technical support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax [phone]
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FCC and Industry Canada RF Interference Statements
Class B Digital Device. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B computing device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
telephone reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables and power cords are required to connect this
device to a personal computer or other Class B certified device.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emission from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
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Table of Contents
FCC and Industry Canada RF Interference Statements.................................................... ii
About the GigaBit Miniature Media Converters...............................................................1
Included Accessories..........................................................................................................2
LED Operation...................................................................................................................2
Specifications.....................................................................................................................3
Black Box Customer Service.............................................................................................3
Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines .......................................................................................4
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions...................................................................................4
Safety Certifications...........................................................................................................5

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Safety Certifications
UL/CUL: Listed to Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including Electrical
Business Equipment.
European Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE) requires that any equipment that bears this symbol
on product or packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. This symbol
indicates that the equipment should be disposed of separately from regular household waste.
It is the consumer’s responsibility to dispose of this and all equipment so marked through
designated collection facilities appointed by government or local authorities. Following these
steps through proper disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences
to the environment and human health. For more detailed information about proper disposal,
please contact local authorities, waste disposal services, or the point of purchase for this
equipment.
Class 1 Laser product, Luokan 1 Laserlaite,
Laser Klasse 1, Appareil A’Laser de Classe 1

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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.
1.
Use fiber patch cords (or connectors, if you terminate your own fiber) only from a
reputable supplier; low-quality components can cause many hard-to-diagnose problems
in an installation.
2.
Dust caps are installed at Black Box to ensure factory-clean optical devices. These
protective caps should not be removed until the moment of connecting the fiber cable to
the device. Should it be necessary to disconnect the fiber device, reinstall the protective
dust caps.
3.
Store spare caps in a dust-free environment such as a sealed plastic bag or box so that
when reinstalled they do not introduce any contamination to the optics.
4.
If you suspect that the optics have been contaminated, alternate between blasting with
clean, dry, compressed air and flushing with methanol to remove particles of dirt.
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause damage to your add-in modules. Always observe the
following precautions when installing or handling an add-in module or any board assembly.
1.
Do not remove unit from its protective packaging until you’re ready to install it.
2.
Wear an ESD wrist grounding strap before handling any module or component. If you
do not have a wrist strap, maintain grounded contact with the system unit throughout any
procedure requiring ESD protection.
3.
Hold boards by the edges only; do not touch the electronic components or gold
connectors.
4.
After removal, always place the boards on a grounded, static-free surface, ESD pad or in
a proper ESD bag. Do not slide the board over any surface.
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.
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About the GigaBit Miniature Media Converters
The Gigabit Miniature Media Converter is a Gigabit Ethernet, miniature media converter. This
device converts 1000Base-SX (multi-mode) or LX (single-mode) fiber to 1000Base-T copper,
and always operates at Full- Duplex. Single-strand single mode fiber versions are also
available.
The following Gigabit Miniature Media Converters are available:
Part Number Description
LGC010A TX/SX-MM850-SC [300 m]
LGC011A TX/LX-SM1310-SC [10 Km]
LGC012A TX/LX-SM1310/PLUS-SC [40 Km]
LGC013A TX/LX-SM1550/LONG-SC [70 Km]
Single-Strand Fiber
Part Number Description
LGC014A TX/SSLX-SM1310-SC (1310xmt/1550rcv) [10 Km]
LGC015A TX/SSLX-SM1550-SC (1550xmt/1310rcv) [10 Km]
LGC016A TX/SSLX-SM1310/PLUS-SC (1310xmt/1550rcv) [40 Km]
LGC017A TX/SSLX-SM1550/PLUS-SC (1550xmt/1310rcv) [40 Km]
INSTALLATION TIPS
Several models of the Gigabit Miniature Media Converter support single-strand fiber
for operation. Since single-strand fiber products use optics that transmit and receive
on two different wave-lengths, single-strand fiber products must be deployed in pairs.
For example, connect Gigabit Miniature Media Converter, TX/SSLX-SM1310-SC
(which has 1310 xmt and 1550 rcv) to a product which has 1550 xmt and 1310 rcv,
e.g. Gigabit module, TX/SSLX-SM1550-SC. The two connected products must also
have the same speed and distance capabilities (i.e. both are single-mode [20km] or
both are single/PLUS [40km]).
NOTE
Use only the supplied Black Box power supply. Using a non-Black Box power source will
void the warranty.

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Gigabit Miniature Media Converter offers plug-and-play operation, including the
AutoCross feature which automatically selects between a crossover work-station or pass-
through repeater hub connection depending on the connected device.
Gigabit Miniature Media Converter installs in an Black Box PowerTray/18 (refer to
its hardware manual for installation instructions) or as a standalone media converter. As
a standalone,
Gigabit Miniature Media Converter uses a universal, external switching
power cube with 100 - 240 ±10% VAC input and 5V DC output
Included Accessories
1 AC Power Adapter
2 Clips for Ac Power Adapter (1 US, 1 EU)
1 Operational Manual
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Velcro with adhesive backing kit
LED Operation
Each Gigabit Miniature Media Converter includes two LEDs, located on the RJ-45
connector LED functions are as follows:
FX LNK: Glows green when a link is established on the fiber port.
TX LNK/ACT: Glows amber when a link is established on the copper port; blinks amber
when activity is detected on the copper port.
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Specifications
Operating Temperature:
32° to 122°F (0° to +50°C)
Storage Temperature:
-4° to +158°F (-20° to +70°C)
Humidity:
5% to 90% (non-condensing), 0 – 10,000 ft. altitude
AC Adapter Input Load:
100/240 ±10% VAC, 0.25 A, 50/60 Hz, 5 VDC output with maximum output current of 1A
Unit Power Consumption (Typical):
600 mA @ 5 VDC
Dimensions:
0.83”H x 1.80”W x 3.35”D
(2.1cm x 4.6cm x 8.5cm)
Black Box Customer Service
Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX
(outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)
Free technical support , 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Call: 724-746-5500 or Fax: [phone]
Mail order: Black Box Corporation
1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018
Web site: www.blackbox.com
E-mail: [email protected]