Omnitron Systems Technology iConverter Gx AN User manual

iConverter Gx AN Standalone Module
QUICK START GUIDE
The iConverter®Gx AN Standalone media converter provides 1000BASE-T copper to
1000BASE-X ber media conversion.
The Gx AN can be used to connect Gigabit le servers to
Gigabit switches and connect switches with Gigabit ber
uplinks.
The Gx AN supports auto-negotiation with congurable
Full/Half Duplex mode via hardware and software controls.
The Gx AN standalone module is an unmanaged device.
For more information, including the complete User Manual on the Gx AN Standalone
module, access Omnitron’s documentation download web page to view all relevant
documents:
https://www.omnitron-systems.com/documentation
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1) Congure DIP-Switches
2) Set-up Module and Connect Cables
3) Verify Operation
1) CONFIGURE DIP-SWITCHES
SW1 - Port 1 Auto/Manual Negotiation “AN MAN”
When this DIP-switch is in the Auto-Negotiate “AN” position (factory default), the ber
optic port is transparent to the network and allows the end devices connected to the
module to advertise through the module and establish negotiated settings between
the end devices. If Port 2 (RJ-45) is not connected, the ber port will not be able to
establish a ber link. In the AN mode, the DIP-switches for Pause, Port 2 (RJ-45) and
link modes RFD and SFD are ignored.
If two Gx AN modules are linked
together and Port 1 is congured
for auto-negotiation, the mode of
operation will be determined by the
devices connected to Port 2 (RJ-45).
Port 1 is transparent to the process.
When this DIP-switch is in the Manual
“MAN” position, the advertised auto-
negotiation capabilities of Port 2 is
controlled by DIP-switches SW2
through SW5. Figure A: DIP-Switch Location
Switch Down
(Factory Default) Up
SW1 P1 AN:
Port 1
Fiber Auto-negotiation
P1 MAN:
Port 1
Fiber Manual negotiation
SW2 -SW3 Port 2 (P2) advertised auto-negotiation capability - See Figure C
SW4 - SW5 Pause Advertisement Mode - See Figure D
SW6 - SW8 Link Modes - See Figure E
Figure B: DIP-Switches
SW2 and SW3 - Port 2 (UTP) Settings “AN MAN” “FDX HDX”
These DIP-switches are only valid when Port 1 is set to “MAN”. Port 2 is always
congured for auto-negotiation and DIP-switches SW2 and SW3 dene what modes
are advertised by auto-negotiation. See Figure C: Port 2 (RJ-45) Modes.
SW2 SW3 Port 2 (RJ-45) Mode of Operation
Down Down
Congured for Auto-Negotiation
It advertises and negotiates in this order:
1000FDX, 1000HDX
Up Down
Congured for Auto-Negotiation
It advertises and negotiates in this order:
1000FDX
Down / Up Up
Congured for Auto-Negotiation
It advertises and negotiates in this order:
1000HDX
Figure C: Port 2 (RJ-45) Modes
SW4 and SW5 - Port 2 Pause Advertisement “OFF PAUSE” “OFF ASYM”
These DIP-switches are only valid when Port 1 is set to “MAN”. The PAUSE modes
advertised by auto-negotiation will be based on the conguration of DIP-switches SW4
and SW5.
SW4 SW5 Port 2 (RJ-45) Pause Modes
Down Down No PAUSE advertised
Down Up Asymmetric PAUSE towards link partner
Up Down Symmetric PAUSE
Up Up Both Symmetric and Asymmetric PAUSE
towards local device
Figure D: Pause Modes
SW6, SW7, SW8 - Link Modes
These three DIP-switches congure the link mode settings. DIP-switch SW6 is valid when
Port 1 is set to “AN” or “MAN”. DIP-switches SW7 and SW8 are ignored when Port 1 is
set to “AN”. The following table details possible Link Mode DIP-switch congurations.

SW1 SW6 SW7 SW8 Results
Down
(AN) Down Down Down Enables Link Segment mode (LS AN)
Down
(AN) Up Down Down Enables Link Propagate mode (LP AN)
Up
(MAN) Down Down Down Enables Link Segment mode (LS MAN)
Up
(MAN) Up Down Down Enables Link Propagate mode (LP MAN)
Up
(MAN) Down Up Down Enables Remote Fault Detection mode + Link Segment (RFD+LS)
Up
(MAN) Up Up Down Enables Remote Fault Detection mode + Link Propagate (RFD+LP)
Up
(MAN) Down Down Up Enables Symmetrical Fault Detect mode (SFD)
Up
(MAN) Up Down Up Enables Link Segment mode (LS MAN)
Up
(MAN) Down Up Up Enables Link Segment mode (LS MAN)
Up
(MAN) Up Up Up Enables Link Segment mode (LS MAN)
Figure E: Link Modes Table
NOTE: Connecting two converters set to any of the RFD modes is illegal and will
cause a “deadly embrace” lockup.
NOTE: It is recommended to keep the LS setting (default) until initial conguration
is complete.
For detailed information on the operation of the different Link Modes, download the
application note “iConverter Link Modes” available on Omnitron’s web page:
https://www.omnitron-systems.com/documentation
2) SET-UP MODULE AND CONNECT CABLES
a. The Gx AN is available in tabletop and wall-mounting models. For wall-mounting,
attach the unit to a wall, backboard or other at surfaces. For tabletop installations,
place the unit on a at level surface. Attach the rubber feet to the bottom of the
unit to prevent the unit from sliding. Make sure the unit is placed in a safe, dry and
secure location.
To power the unit using the AC/DC adapter, connect the AC/DC adapter to the AC
outlet. Then connect the barrel plug at the end of the wire on the AC/DC adapter
to the 2.5mm DC barrel connector (center-positive) on the chassis. Conrm that
the unit has powered up properly by checking the power status LED located on the
front of the unit.
To power the unit using a DC power source, prepare a power cable using a two-
conductor insulated wire (not supplied) with a 14 AWG gauge minimum. Cut the
power cable to the length required. Strip approximately 3/8 of an inch of insulation
from the power cable wires. Connect the power cables to the unit by fastening the
stripped ends to the DC power connector.
Connect the power wires to the DC power source. The Power LED should indicate
the presence of power.
WARNING: Note the wire colors used in making the positive and negative
connections. Use the same color assignment for the connection at the DC
power source.
NOTE: If mounting with a safety ground attachment, use the safety ground
screw at the rear of the unit.
b. When using a Gx AN SFP model, insert the SFP Fiber transceiver into the Port 1
SFP receptacle on the Gx AN.
NOTE: The release latch of the SFP Fiber transceiver must be in the closed
position before insertion.
c. Connect the RJ-45 port via a Category 5 cable to a 1000BASE-T Ethernet device.
d. Connect an appropriate multimode or single-mode ber cable to the ber port of the
installed module. It is important to ensure that the transmit (TX) is attached to the
receive side of the device at the other end and the receive (RX) is attached to the
transmit side. Single-ber (SF) media converter models operate in pairs. The TX
wavelength must match the RX wavelength at the other end and the RX wavelength
must match the TX wavelength at the other end.
3) VERIFY OPERATION
Once the module has been installed and congured, per steps 1 and 2, verify the module
is operational by viewing the status of the LED indicators. The table below provides a
description for each LED indicator.
The Power LED indicates the module is receiving power from the chassis.
The Fiber Optic “FO” LED indicates the ber optic connection between the modules has
been established. A blinking LED indicates the presence of data, an auto-negotiation
problem or a link mode error indication.
The RJ-45 LEDs indicate the module has established a connection across its RJ-45
port. A blinking LED indicates the presence of data or a link mode error indication.
LED Function
“Legend” Color OFF State ON / Blinking State
Power “Pwr” Green No Power ON: Module has power
Fiber Port
“P1” Green No Fiber Link
ON: Fiber Link
Blinking: Fiber Data Activity
Slow Blinking: Signal detect but auto-negotiation
has not completed or SFD error detected
RJ-45 Port
Duplex Mode
“FDX”
Green Half-Duplex when P2
link is active
ON: When the RJ-45 link is active and negotiated
to Full-duplex
RJ-45 Port
“P2” Green Not Linked
ON: RJ-45 linked at 1000Mbps
Blinking: RJ-45 Data Activity
Slow Blinking: SFD error detected
Figure F: LED Indicators
Form 040-8500N-002 B 4/17
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