Lantronix M/GE-ISW 01 Series User manual

M/GE-ISW-xx-01
Hardened Mini Gigabit Stand-Alone Media Converters
User Guide
Part Number 33627
Revision D February 2023

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Revision History
Date
Rev.
Comments
9/18/15
A
Initial release
12/30/15
B
Add M/GE-ISW-LC-01, M/GE-ISW-SX-01, and M/GE-ISW-LX-01 information.
2/2/16
C
Update weight and operating temp specs.
2/15/23
D
Initial Lantronix re-brand. Update DoC and artwork.

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Table of Contents
Product Description....................................................................................................................................... 4
Ordering Information ..................................................................................................................................... 4
Features ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Application Example...................................................................................................................................... 5
Package Contents......................................................................................................................................... 5
Installation ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) .................................................................................................................. 6
Installation Options ................................................................................................................................... 6
Copper and Fiber Ports ............................................................................................................................ 8
Connect Fiber Cables ............................................................................................................................... 9
Connect the Twisted-Pair Copper Cable .................................................................................................. 9
Connecting Power .................................................................................................................................. 10
Operation ................................................................................................................................................ 11
Status LEDs ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Fiber Port Mode at Power Up ................................................................................................................. 11
Product Features .................................................................................................................................... 12
Cable and Optic Specifications............................................................................................................... 15
Troubleshooting Cat 6 & Cat 6A Structured Copper Cabling Systems .................................................. 18
Technical Specifications.............................................................................................................................. 18
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................... 19
Compliance Information .............................................................................................................................. 20
Declaration of Conformity ....................................................................................................................... 20
FCC regulations ...................................................................................................................................... 20
Canadian regulations.............................................................................................................................. 20
European regulations.............................................................................................................................. 21

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Product Description
The Lantronix M/GE-ISW-xx-01 is a Hardened Mini 10/100/1000Base-TX to 1000BASE-X Stand-alone
Ethernet Converter. The M/GE-ISW-xx-01 provides a cost-effective method for integrating fiber optic
cabling into industrial or outdoor 10/100/1000 UTP Ethernet networks.
Featuring wide operating temperature range, low-voltage AC/DC power, multiple mounting methods and
Lifetime Warranty, these problem solvers are guaranteed to be trouble-free in harsh outdoor or industrial
applications. The M/GE-ISW-xx-01 is ideal for extending Ethernet over fiber to outdoor security cameras.
Ordering Information
Model Description
M/GE-ISW-SX-01 Hardened Mini 10/100/1000Base-T to 1000Base-SR converter, SC, MM
M/GE-ISW-LX-01 Hardened Mini 10/100/1000Base-T to 1000Base-LX converter, SC, SM, 10km
M/GE-ISW-SFP-01 Hardened Mini 10/100/1000Base-T to 100/1000Base-X converter, open SFP
slot
M/GE-ISW-LC-01 Hardened Mini 10/100/1000Base-T(RJ-45) to 1000Base-SX, LC, MM
Features
•One 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 port
•One 100/1000BASE-X dual speed SFP slot, or a fixed 1000BASE-SX port
•Fixed configuration, no DIP switches
•Industrial grade
•Powered by 12VDC-48VDC or 24VAC-36VAC external power supply
•Auto-Cross, Auto-Negotiation, Link Pass Through, and Active Link Pass Through

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Application Example
The M/GE-ISW-xx-01 is used to convert 100/1000BASE-X fiber port to 10/100/1000BASE-T copper port,
or vice versa. It can be used trouble-free in outdoor or other challenging applications.
The illustration below shows the M/GE-ISW-xx-01 in an example configuration, with a security camera.
Package Contents
Check that your package contains the following items. Contact your point of purchase if anything is
missing or damaged. Save the packing materials for possible future use.
□M/GE-ISW-xx-01 Hardened Mini Ethernet Converter with Euro Block power connection
□Pig-tail Cable with Barrel Connector
□Industrial Velcro Mounting Strip
□DIN Rail Mounting Brackets
□Documentation Postcard

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Installation
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Always observe the following ESD precautions when installing or handing the M/GE-ISW-xx-01 media
converter:
•Do not remove the converter from its protective packaging until you are ready to install M/GE-ISW-xx-
01 media converter.
•Wear an ESD wrist grounding strap before handling the M/GE-ISW-xx-01 media converter or its
component. If you do not have a wrist strap, maintain grounded contact with the unit throughout any
procedure requiring ESD protection.
Installation Options
You can install your media converter using the Industrial Velcro Mounting or the DIN Rail Mounting kit as
described in the following sections. It can also be mounted in the M-MCR-01 Mini Chassis; see the
related manual for details.
Installing Industrial Velcro
The industrial Velcro strip features a molded plastic hook and a heavy-duty, water-resistant adhesive for
superior holding power on smooth surfaces, including plastic. It is designed for indoor and outdoor use.
To install the Industrial Velcro onto the media converter:
1. Clean and dry surface before application.
2. Peel tape from fastener and press firmly into place.
3. Adhesive reaches maximum strength after 24 hours.
Note: Recommended for temperatures between 0°F to 150°F. Not recommended for fabrics, dashboards,
flexible vinyl or underwater use. Continued exposure to full sunlight can damage fastener.
May not adhere well to certain types of brick; testing is recommended.
The VELCRO® Brand. © 2015 Velcro Industries B.V.

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Installing DIN Rail Clip
A DIN Rail Clip and a 4-40 Screw are included.
To install the DIN Rail onto the media converter:
1. Position the DIN Rail Clip to the side of the media converter as shown below.
2. Position the 4-40 screw to attach the DIN rail to the media converter as shown above right.
3. Insert and tighten the 4-40 Screw until the DIN Rail Clip appears as shown above. When the DIN Rail
Clip is attached, there should be a “gap” between the Clip and the Media Converter as shown above.

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Copper and Fiber Ports
The M/GE-ISW-xx-01 front panels are shown below.
M/GE-ISW-SFP-01
M/GE-ISW-SX-01 (same as M/GE-ISW-LX-01)
M/GE-ISW-LC-01

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Connect Fiber Cables
Full duplex (always ON) is on the fiber side only, therefore, the 512-Bit Rule does not apply. The cable
lengths are constrained by the cable requirement.
1. Locate a 100Base-FX fiber cable with male, two-stranded TX to RX connectors installed at both
ends.
2. Connect the fiber cable to the M/GE-ISW-xx-01 media converters as follows:
•Connect the male TX cable connector to the female TX port.
•Connect the male RX cable connector to the female RX port.
3. Connect the fiber cable to the other device (media converter, hub, etc.) as follows:
•Connect the male TX cable connector to the female RX port.
•Connect the male RX cable connector to the female TX port.
Connect the Twisted-Pair Copper Cable
The AutoCross feature allows either MDI (straight-through) or MDI-X (crossover) cable connections to be
configured automatically, according to network conditions.
•If half-duplex mode is used, refer to the 512-Bit Rule.
•If full-duplex mode is used, the 512-Bit Rule does not apply. The cable lengths are constrained by
the cable requirements.
Perform these steps:
1. Locate a 10Base-T or 100Base-TX cable with RJ-45 connectors installed at both ends.
2. Connect the RJ-45 connector at one end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the M/GE-ISW-xx-01
media converter.
3. Connect the RJ-45 connector at the other end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the other device
(switch, workstation, etc.).
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Connecting Power
Connect to DC (12 – 48 VDC) or AC (22 – 36 VAC) power
□12-48 VDC and 22-36 VAC power input via the Terminal Block
□Pig-tail Cable with Barrel Connector
Note: The Pitch EURO style Terminal block accepts 24-14 gauge wire.
1. Turn OFF the main power source.
2. Strip the power wires to the proper strip length.
3. Loosen the two screws in the Terminal Block. See figure below.
4. Insert the power wires into the Terminal Block as shown below (polarity agnostic).
5. Tighten the screw for each wire.
6. Connect the Barrel Connector end to the main power source.
7. Turn main power source ON. The front panel power LED should light.
Barrel Connector with Pig-tail Cable connected at Terminal Block