Black Box LB300A-R3 User manual

Quick Start Guide
This quick start guide describes how to install and use the LB300A-R3,
Ethernet Extender. The Ethernet Extender introduced here provides one
channel for Ethernet over existing voice grade copper wire.
Product Overview
Product Features
yOne 10/100BaseTX (TX) Ethernet port with RJ-45 connector
yAuto negotiation of speed and duplex mode on TX port
yAuto MDIX on TX port
yComplies with IEEE 802.3 10BaseT and IEEE 802.3u 100BaseTX
standards
yOne Ethernet Extender port with RJ-11 connector
yEthernet Extender port auto senses the speed of
1/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/40/50Mbps
yOne DIP switch for configuring Ethernet Extender local or remote mode
yStatus LEDs
yExternal AC to DC power adapter
yUsed as a stand-alone device
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Ethernet Extender Mode Settings
Ethernet Extender mode settings are made very simple by means of a
switch at the rear panel of the Ethernet Extender. The switch has two
positions for Ethernet Extender mode settings. Refer to the table below for
more details. One device must be set to Loc and the other to Rmt when two
devices are connected.
Loc Rmt
The device operates in local mode The device operates in remote mode
Connecting to Power
This Ethernet Extender is a plug-and-play device. Connect the supplied AC
to DC power adaptor to the receptacle on the rear panel of the Ethernet
Extender, and then attach the plug into a standard AC outlet.
Front Panel & LEDs
The LED indicators give you instant feedback on status of the Ethernet
Extender:

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LEDs State Indication
Steady Power on
Pwr stands for POWERPwr Off Power off
Ethernet
Steady A valid Ethernet connection established
Lnk stands for LINK
Flashing Transmitting or receiving Ethernet data
Act stands for ACTIVITY
Lnk/Act
Off Neither valid Ethernet connection established nor transmitting/receiving Ethernet
data
Steady Ethernet Connection in full duplex mode
Fdx stands for FULL-DUPLEX
Fdx Off Ethernet Connection in half-duplex mode
Ethernet Extender
Green The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 1Mbps, up to 1900M
1 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 3Mbps, up to 1800M
Green The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 5Mbps, up to 1600M
2 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 10Mbps, up to 1400M
Green The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 15Mbps, up to 1200M
3 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 20Mbps, up to 1000M
Green The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 25Mbps, up to 800M
4 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 30Mbps, up to 700M
4 + 2 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 40Mbps, up to 600M
4 + 3 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 50Mbps, up to 300M
Rmt Steady The device operates in remote mode
Loc Steady The device operates in local mode
Err Steady Error occurred
Lnk Steady A valid connection established

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Preface
This manual describes how to install and use the LB300A-R3, Ethernet
Extender. The Ethernet Extender introduced here provides one channel for
Ethernet over existing voice grade copper wire.
The Ethernet Extender fully complies with IEEE 802.3 10BaseT and IEEE
802.3u 100BaseTX standards.
In this manual, you will find:
yProduct overview
yFeatures on the Ethernet Extender
yIllustrative LED functions
yInstallation instructions
ySpecifications

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Table of Contents
Quick Start Guide...............................................................................................................................1
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................................1
PRODUCT FEATURES ....................................................................................................................1
ETHERNET EXTENDER MODE SETTINGS.........................................................................................2
CONNECTING TO POWER...............................................................................................................2
FRONT PANEL &LEDS.................................................................................................................2
Preface ..............................................................................................................................................4
Table of Contents...............................................................................................................................5
Introduction........................................................................................................................................6
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................................6
PRODUCT FEATURES ....................................................................................................................6
LB300A-R3 PACKING LIST ...........................................................................................................6
One-Channel Ethernet Extender........................................................................................................7
PORTS..........................................................................................................................................7
ETHERNET EXTENDER MODE SETTINGS.........................................................................................7
FRONT PANEL &LEDS.................................................................................................................7
Installation........................................................................................................................................10
SELECTING A SITE FOR THE EQUIPMENT......................................................................................10
CONNECTING TO POWER.............................................................................................................10
Specifications...................................................................................................................................12

Introduction
The LB300A-R3 Ethernet Extender provides one channel for Ethernet over
existing voice grade copper wire. It can be used as a stand-alone device.
Product Overview
Product Features
yOne 10/100BaseTX (TX) Ethernet port with RJ-45 connector
yAuto negotiation of speed and duplex mode on TX port
yAuto MDIX on TX port
yComplies with IEEE 802.3 10BaseT and IEEE 802.3u 100BaseTX
standards
yOne Ethernet Extender port with RJ-11 connector
yEthernet Extender port auto senses the speed of
1/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/40/50Mbps
yOne switch for configuring Ethernet Extender local or remote mode
yStatus LEDs
yExternal AC to DC power adapter
yUsed as a stand-alone device
<Note> Please don’t connect RJ-11 connector of Ethernet Extender to
public switched telephone system.
LB300A-R3 Packing List
When you unpack this product package, you will find the items listed below.
Please inspect the contents, and report any apparent damage or missing
items immediately to our authorized reseller.
yThe LB300A-R3 Ethernet Extender
yUser’s Manual
yAC to DC Power Adaptor
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One-Channel Ethernet Extender
Ports
The Ethernet Extender provides one TX port and one Ethernet Extender
port.
For the TX port, it uses RJ-45 connector and auto senses the speed of
10/100Mbps.
For the Ethernet Extender port, it uses RJ-11 connector and auto senses
the speed of 1/3/5/10/15/20/25/30/40/50Mbps.
Ethernet Extender Mode Settings
Ethernet Extender mode settings are made very simple by means of a 2
position switch at the rear panel of the Ethernet Extender.
Mode switch
There is one position on the Mode switch for Ethernet Extender mode
settings. Refer to the table below for more details. One end must be set to
Loc and the other to Rmt when two devices are connected.
Loc Rmt
The device operates in local mode The device operates in remote mode
Front Panel & LEDs
LED Indicators
The LED indicators give you instant feedback on status of the Ethernet
Extender:
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LEDs State Indication
Steady Power on
Pwr stands for POWER
Pwr Off Power off
Ethernet
Steady A valid Ethernet connection established
Lnk stands for LINK
Flashing Transmitting or receiving Ethernet data
Act stands for ACTIVITY
Lnk/Act
Off Neither valid Ethernet connection established nor transmitting/receiving Ethernet
data
Steady Ethernet Connection in full duplex mode
Fdx stands for FULL-DUPLEX
Fdx Off Ethernet Connection in half-duplex mode
Ethernet Extender
Green The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 1Mbps, up to 1900M
1 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 3Mbps, up to 1800M
Green The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 5Mbps, up to 1600M
2 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 10Mbps, up to 1400M
Green The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 15Mbps, up to 1200M
3 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 20Mbps, up to 1000M
Green The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 25Mbps, up to 800M
4 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 30Mbps, up to 700M
4 + 2 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 40Mbps, up to 600M
4 + 3 Amber The Ethernet Extender port transmitting/receiving at 50Mbps, up to 300M
Rmt Steady The device operates in remote mode
Loc Steady The device operates in local mode
Err Steady Error occurred
Lnk Steady A valid connection established

Installation
This chapter gives step-by-step installation instructions for the Ethernet
Extender.
Selecting a Site for the Equipment
As with any electric device, you should place the equipment where it will not
be subjected to extreme temperatures, humidity, or electromagnetic
interference. Specifically, the site you select should meet the following
requirements:
yThe ambient temperature should be between -20 to 60 degrees Celsius.
yThe relative humidity should be less than 90 percent, non-condensing.
ySurrounding electrical devices should not exceed the electromagnetic
field (RFC) standards.
yMake sure that the equipment receives adequate ventilation. Do not
block the ventilation holes on each side of the equipment.
yThe power outlet should be within 1.8 meters of the product.
Connecting to Power
yThis Ethernet Extender is a plug-and-play device.
yConnect the supplied AC to DC power adaptor to the receptacle on the
rear panel of the Ethernet Extender, and then attach the plug into a
standard AC outlet.
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Specifications
Applicable Standards IEEE 802.3 10BaseT
IEEE 802.3u 100BaseTX
Ethernet over VDSL
Fixed Ports 1 x 10/100Mbps Ethernet port with RJ-45 connector
1 x Ethernet Extender port with RJ-11 connector
Speed
10BaseT
100BaseTX
Ethernet Extender
10/20Mbps for half/full-duplex
100/200Mbps for half/full-duplex
1, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50Mbps
Cable
10BaseT
100BaseTX
Ethernet Extender
2-pair UTP/STP Cat. 3, 4, 5
2-pair UTP/STP Cat. 5
Telephone wires
Switching Method Store-and-Forward
Forwarding rate 14,880/148,810pps for 10/100Mbps
Per Unit- (7 LEDs): Pwr; Rmt, Loc, 1, 2, 3, 4LED Indicators Per Port-
RJ-45 (2 LEDs): Lnk/Act; Fdx
RJ-11 (2 LEDs): Err, Lnk
Dimensions 80.3mm (W) × 109.2mm (D) × 23.8mm (H)
(3.16” (W) x 4.30” (D) x 0.94” (H))
Weight 150g (0.33lb.)
Power External power adaptor 12VDC, 0.2A
Power Consumption 2.4W Max.
Operating Temperature -20°C ~ 60°C
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 70°C
Humidity 5 ~ 95%, non-condensing
Safety UL60950-1
Emissions FCC part 15 Class A, CE Mark Class A