Omnitron Systems iConverter 8245-11pt User manual

38 Tesla, Irvine, CA 92618 USA
Phone: [phone]
iConverter®
1-Module Redundant Power Chassis
User Manual
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Warranty
This network product and the included AC/DC power adapter are warranted to the
original purchaser (Buyer) against defects in material and workmanship for a period of
two (2) years from the date of shipment. The warranty for the network product can be
extended to lifetime by registering the product at www.omnitron-systems.com/support
within ninety (90) days from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, Omnitron
will, at its option, repair or replace a product which is proven to be defective with the
same product or with a product with at least the same functionality.
For warranty service, the product must be sent to an Omnitron designated facility, at
Buyer’s expense. Omnitron will pay the shipping charge to return the product to Buyer’s
designated US address using Omnitron’s standard shipping method.
Limitation of Warranty
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to product malfunctions resulting from improper
or inadequate use and/or maintenance of the equipment by Buyer, Buyer-supplied
equipment, Buyer-supplied interfacing, unauthorized modications or tampering
with equipment (including removal of equipment cover by personnel not specically
authorized and certied by Omnitron), or misuse, or operating outside the environmental
specication of the product (including but not limited to voltage, ambient temperature,
radiation, unusual dust, etc.), or improper site preparation or maintenance.
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warranties of merchantability and tness for any particular purpose.
The remedies provided herein are the Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies. Omnitron
shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages,
whether based on contract, tort, or any legal theory.
Environmental Notices
The equipment covered by this manual must be disposed of or recycled in accordance
with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE Directive) of
the European Community directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE) which, together with the RoHS Directive 2015/863/EU, for electrical
and electronic equipment sold in the EU after July 2019. Such disposal must follow
national legislation for IT and Telecommunication equipment in accordance with the
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WEEE directive: (a) Do not dispose waste equipment with unsorted municipal and
household waste. (b) Collect equipment waste separately. (c) Return equipment using
collection method agreed with Omnitron.
The equipment is marked with the WEEE symbol shown to indicate that it must
be collected separately from other types of waste. In case of small items the symbol
may be printed only on the packaging or in the user manual. If you have questions
regarding the correct disposal of equipment go to www.omniton-systems.com/support
or e-mail to Omnitron at [email protected].
Safety Warnings and Cautions
ATTENTION: Observe precautions for handling electrostatic discharge sensitive
devices.
WARNING: Potential damage to equipment and personal injury.
WARNING: Risk of electrical shock.
Customer Support Information
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Address: Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc.
38 Tesla
Irvine, CA 92618, USA
Email: [email protected]
URL: www.omnitron-systems.com
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iConverter®1-Module Redundant Power Chassis
User Manual
Product Overview
The iConverter 1-Module chassis features a number of redundant power inputs, RJ-45
port and alarm options. It supports primary and secondary power input options and
variety of power connection types. By utilizing the optional RJ-45 ports, the chassis
can be powered from a connected Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE). Optional contact
closure sensors are provided for connection to external alarm indicators. By installing
a managed iConverter module into the chassis, the chassis functions can be remotely
managed by Telnet and SNMP software such as Omnitron’s NetOutlook®Management
software.
This User Manual describes the following models:
Model
Number
Contact
Closure
Two
RJ-45
Ports
Primary Power Input Backup Power Input
DC Input
Barrel
DC Input
2-Pin
Terminal
DC Input
3-Pin
Terminal
PoE
Power
RJ-45
DC Input
Barrel
DC Input
2-Pin
Terminal
8245-11pt X X
8246-11pt X X X
8246-51pt X X X
8247-11pt X X X
8247-12pt X X X
8247-220t X X X
8247-31pt X X X
8247-320t X X X
8248-11pt X X X X
8248-12pt X X X X
8248-220t X X X X
8248-31pt X X X X
8248-320t X X X X
8248-51pt X X X X
8248-520t X X X X
Use the Power Calculator to verify the iConverter chassis power supplies will meet the
requirements of the installation.
Backplane Architecture
The chassis features two Ethernet backplane buses (A and B) that operate at
10/100Mbps. Both buses are enabled by default. When an iConverter module that
supports Ethernet backplane connectivity is installed in the chassis, the A bus connects
directly to the RJ-45 Port A, and the B bus connects directly to the RJ-45 Port B. .
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iConverter 1-Module Redundant Power Chassis Backplane Architecture
The data traversing across the Ethernet backplane can be controlled by conguring
the installed iConverter module. See the specic iConverter module’s User Manual for
additional details.
Wall and Rack Mounting
The 1-Module Redundant Power chassis can be wall/rack mounted by attaching the
optional wall/rack mount brackets (8249-0). A19” Rack Mount Shelf (8260-0) is available
to install two 1-Module chassis.
The operating temperature of this equipment is 0 to 50°C or -40 to 60°C depending on
the model number. If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating
ambient temperature of the rack must not exceed the maximum rated temperature for
the chassis used.
Installation of the equipment should be such that the air ow in the front and back of
the unit is not compromised or restricted.
Installing this equipment into a rack in such a way as to make it unstable may cause
injury or death. Always make sure that the rack you are installing this equipment into
is properly secured, stable, balanced and designed to carry the weight and weight
distribution of this equipment.
Never use this equipment to carry any weight except its own. Never use it as a shelf
to support the weight of other equipment.
Installing Module
Carefully slide the module into the open slot in the chassis. Align the module with the
installation guides and ensure that the module is rmly seated against the backplane.
Secure the module by fastening the front panel thumbscrew (push in and turn clockwise
to tighten) to the chassis front.
Redundant Power Congurations
The chassis support multiple redundant load sharing power congurations. The power
is connected to the back of the chassis with connectors labeled “Pwr1” and “Pwr2”.
“Pwr1” is the primary power connection and “Pwr2” is the backup. There are four
primary power options and two backup options. The combinations of primary and
backup power include low voltage barrel connector, low voltage terminal, high voltage
terminal and PoE from the RJ-45 ports. The manner in which the power is connected
will depend on the model selected.
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AC Powered Chassis and Cabling
Secure the ground wire to the ground screw (located on the rear of the chassis).
To power the module using the included AC power adapter, route the power cord through
the provided strain relief (depending on the model) for additional support. Connect the
barrel connector at the end of the wire on the AC/DC adapter to the barrel connector
on the module. Connect the AC/DC adapter to the AC outlet.
Conrm that the unit has powered up properly by checking the Power LED located
on the front of the installed module. Use only the supplied AC/DC power adapter to
power the chassis.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE CHASSIS OR
SERVICE THE POWER SUPPLY. OPENING THE
CHASSIS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH.
THERE ARE NO USER REPLACEABLE OR
SERVICEABLE PARTS IN THIS UNIT.
WARNING!!!
If installing with the NEBS Mounting Kit, secure the grounding wire to the ground lug.
See the gure below for the location of the grounding lug.
Rear of 1-Module Redundant Power Chassis,
Dual AC/DC, AC/DC with 2 Pin Terminal and AC/DC with 3 pin Terminal
DC Powered Chassis (3 Pin Terminal) and Cabling
This module is intended for installation in restricted access areas. (“Les matériels
sont destinés à être installés dans des EMPLACEMENTS À ACCÈS RESTREINT”). A
restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special key, or other
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The over current protection for the connection with centralized DC shall be provided in
the building installation and shall be a UL listed breaker rated at 20 Amps, and installed
per the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70.
This equipment requires 20-60VDC/0.6Amp rated power. Appropriate overloading
protection should be provided on the DC power source outlets utilized.
NOTE: The DC power battery return (BR) terminal or positive terminal must be
grounded at the source end (power feed or DC mains power end). The DC power
BR input terminal is not connected to the equipment frame (chassis), so it is
congured as DC-I according to the GR-1089-CORE, Issue 4 (sec 9.8.3) denitions.
WARNING: OnlyaDC power source that complies with
safety extra low voltage (SELV) requirements can be
connected to the DC-input power supply.
WARNING REGARDING EARTHING GROUND:
o
o
o
o
This equipment shall be connected to the DC supply
system earthing electrode conductor or to a bonding
jumper from an earthing terminal bar or bus to which the
DC supply system earthing electrode is connected.
This equipment shall be located in the same immediate
area (such as adjacent cabinets) as any other equipment
that has a connection between the earthed conductor of
the same DC supply circuit and the earthing conductor,
and also the point of earthing of the DC system. The DC
system shall not be earthed elsewhere.
The DC supply source is to be located within the same
premises as this equipment.
There shall be no switching or disconnecting devices in
the earthed circuit conductor between the DC source and
the earthing electrode conductor.
Locate the DC circuit breaker and switch the circuit breaker to the OFF position.
Prepare a power cable using a three conductor insulated wire (not supplied) with 12AWG
to 14AWG thickness. Cut the power cable to the length required.
Strip approximately 3/8 of an inch of insulation from the power cable wires.
Connect the ground wire to the ground terminal on the chassis by fastening the stripped
end to the DC power connector (ground).
Connect the power cables to the chassis by fastening the stripped ends to the DC
power connector.
WARNING: Note the wire colors used in making the positive, negative and ground
connections. Use the same color assignment for the connection at the circuit breaker.
Connect the power wires to the circuit breaker and switch the circuit breaker ON.
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Rear of 1-Module Redundant Power Chassis,
AC/DC with 3 Pin Terminal DC Power Connector
NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE CHASSIS OR
SERVICE THE POWER SUPPLY. OPENING THE
CHASSIS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH.
THERE ARE NO USER REPLACEABLE OR
SERVICEABLE PARTS IN THIS UNIT.
WARNING!!!
DC Powered Chassis (2 Pin Terminal) and Cabling
This module is intended for installation in restricted access areas. (“Les matériels
sont destinés à être installés dans des EMPLACEMENTS À ACCÈS RESTREINT”). A
restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special key, or other
means of security.
The over current protection for connection with centralized DC shall be provided in the
building installation, and shall be a UL listed circuit breaker rated 20 Amps, and installed
per the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70.
Appropriate overloading protection should be provided on the DC power source outlets
utilized.
The equipment requires +9 to +24 VDC @1.5 Amps power input. See specication
table for specic model requirements.
Appropriate overloading protection should be provided on the DC power source outlets
utilized.
WARNING: OnlyaDC power source that complies with
safety extra low voltage (SELV) requirements can be
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NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE CHASSIS OR
SERVICE THE POWER SUPPLY. OPENING THE
CHASSIS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH.
THERE ARE NO USER REPLACEABLE OR
SERVICEABLE PARTS IN THIS UNIT.
WARNING!!!
Make sure to disconnect the power and ground cables before removing the equipment.
PoE Powered Chassis
On models with the PoE power feature, the RJ-45 Port A (the left port on the front of the
chassis) can be congured as a PoE Powered Device (PD). It accepts power from a
UTP-based Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) and supports the following PoE standards:
Front View 1-Module Redundant Power Chassis
PoE RJ-45 (left most RJ-45 port)
• IEEE 802.3af-2003 Alternative A – power over data wires
• IEEE 802.3af-2003 Alternative B – power over spare wires
• Pre-Standard Cisco PoE – power over spare wires, with reversed polarity (older
Cisco switches)
The following table summarizes the RJ-45 pinouts for each of the three PoE Standards
supported by this product.
IEEE
Standard
PSE
Voltage
Range (VDC)
Pin
1
Pin
2
Pin
3
Pin
4
Pin
5
Pin
6
Pin
7
Pin
8
802.3af 46.0 to 57.0 RX,
DC+
RX,
DC+
TX,
DC- Spare Spare TX, DC- Spare Spare
802.3at 51.0 to 57.0 RX RX TX DC+ DC+ TX DC- DC-
Pre-standard
Cisco 51.0 to 57.0 RX RX TX DC- DC- TX DC+ DC+
RJ-45 Port B does not support the PoE feature.
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WARNING REGARDING EARTHING GROUND:
o
o
o
o
This equipment shall be connected to the DC supply
system earthing electrode conductor or to a bonding
jumper from an earthing terminal bar or bus to which the
DC supply system earthing electrode is connected.
This equipment shall be located in the same immediate
area (such as adjacent cabinets) as any other equipment
that has a connection between the earthed conductor of
the same DC supply circuit and the earthing conductor,
and also the point of earthing of the DC system. The DC
system shall not be earthed elsewhere.
The DC supply source is to be located within the same
premises as this equipment.
There shall be no switching or disconnecting devices in
the earthed circuit conductor between the DC source and
the earthing electrode conductor.
Locate the DC circuit breaker of the external power source, and switch the circuit
breaker to the OFF position.
Prepare a power cable using a three conductor insulated wire (not supplied) with 12AWG
to 14AWG thickness. Cut the power cable to the length required.
Strip approximately 3/8 of an inch of insulation from the power cable wires.
Connect the ground wire to the grounding screws on the back of the module.
Connect the power cables to the module by fastening the stripped ends to the DC
power connector.
Rear View 1-Module Redundant Power Chassis
AC/DC with 2 Pin Terminal
WARNING: The positive lead of the power source must be connected to the
“+” terminal on the module and the negative lead of the power source to the “-“
terminal on the module as shown above.
WARNING: Note the wire colors used in making the positive, negative and ground
connections. Use the same color assignment for the connection at the circuit
breaker.
Connect the power wires to the circuit breaker and switch the circuit breaker ON. If any
module are installed, the Power LED will indicate the presence of power.
During the installation, ensure that the ground potentials are maintained throughout
the system connections. This includes but not limited to the power source ground and
any shielded cabling grounds.

Contact Closure Sensors
On models with the contact closure sensor feature, the chassis provides an optional
8-pin connector (4 contact sensors) on the back of the chassis that can be used to sense
the state of external alarm conditions. Each of the four sensor pins can detect if the
wired circuit is open or closed, or has high or low voltage from the external equipment.
A DIP-switch located on the back of the chassis enables or disables alarm reporting.
If no external equipment is connected to the 8-pin connector, it is important to disable
the alarm reporting by conguring each DIP-switch to the DISABLE position. See the
gure below for the location of the switch and terminal connector.
Rear view 1-Module Redundant Power Chassis
Contact Closure Connector and DIP-switches
Rear view 1-Module Redundant Power Chassis
Contact Closure and DIP-switch Details
NOTE: Internally, all signal return (“Rt”) pins are connected.
The table describes the function of each DIP-switch.
Switch Position Function Down (Default) Up
1 Alarm 1 Disabled alarm reporting Enabled alarm reporting
(SNMP)
2 Alarm 2 Disabled alarm reporting Enabled alarm reporting
(SNMP)
3 Alarm 3 Disabled alarm reporting Enabled alarm reporting
(SNMP)
4 Alarm 4 Disabled alarm reporting Enabled alarm reporting
(SNMP)
DIP-switch Conguration
The 8-pin connector has the following pin conguration:
Pin # Description Closed Open
1 Sensor 1 “+” No Alarm Alarm
2 Signal Return “RT” - -
3 Sensor 2 “+” No Alarm Alarm
4 Signal Return “RT” - -
Sensor 3 “+” No Alarm Alarm
Signal Return “RT” - -
Sensor 4 “+” No Alarm Alarm
Signal Return “RT” - -
Contact Closure Sensors Pinout Conguration
LED Indicators
The following table details the LED status indicators:
LED Function
“Legend” Color OFF State ON/Blinking State
Power
“PWR1” Green No power on PS1 ON: Power applied to PS1
Port A Link Activity
“Lnk/Act” Green Port not linked ON: Port linked at 10 or 100M Blinking: Data activity
Port A Speed
“10/100” Green If Port A “Lnk/Act” is ON, linked at 10M ON: Port linked at 100M
Power
“PWR2” Green No power on PS2 ON: Power applied to PS2
Port B Link Activity
“Lnk/Act” Green Port not linked ON: Port linked at 10 or 100M Blinking: Data activity
Port B Speed
“10/100” Green If Port B “Lnk/Act” is ON, linked at 10M ON: Port linked at 100M
Chassis Management
The 1-Module Redundant Power chassis features congurable options and
status information depending on the model. Congurable parameters and
status information is only available through the serial console port on the
installed iConverter Management Module (such as 10/100M2 and GXTM2).
The available options are:
• Contact Closure Alarm notication - Enable/disable (physical DIP-switches)
• Port A/B Control - RJ-45 auto-negotiation, 10/100 and Full/Half-Duplex
• Pause Control - Enable/disable
• Port Access Control - Enable/disable
• Power Supply 1/2 - Voltage, current and temperature
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Serial Console Port on Installed Management Module
To congure the module using the serial port, attach a DB-9 serial (RS-232) equipped
computer with terminal emulation software such as Procomm or Putty to the serial port
on the module using the included serial adapter. Some computers do not come with
DB-9 serial port connectors and may require a USB-to-serial port adapter.
The port is a standard RS-232 asynchronous serial interface. The serial ports is
congured for 57,600bps, 1 stop, 8 data, parity none.
Access to the conguration options for the 1-Module Redundant Power Chassis can be
accomplished by selecting option 1from the Management Options screen. From the
Chassis View screen, select the 1-Module Redundant Chassis option 2. The chassis
conguration options will be displayed.
The Module Screen (DIP-switch control shown) provides general information concerning
the conguration and status of the module. The screen displays the model and serial
numbers, hardware and software revisions, as well as the condition of the LEDs, Alarm
Indicators and DIP-switches. The DIP-switches 1 - 4 correspond with the physical
switches on the back of the chassis. These switches can be changed from the Module
Screen by selecting the appropriate switch number. DIP-switches 9 - 15 can only by
congured from the Module Screen options. Select the appropriate option to change
the DIP-switch setting.
The Module Screen also provides access to the status and control screen. To select
the Status Screen, enter S.
For models with UTP ports, the Control Screen is available to enable or disable Port A
and Port B. To select the Control Screen, enter C.
Applications
Battery Backup with Alarms
When the chassis is used with a battery backup power system, the alarm contact
sensor can be used to report conditions associated with the backup power system. In
this conguration, the chassis can provide a managed power fault detection system.
The gure below depicts an APC PowerShield battery backup unit connected to
the chassis using the 8-pin terminal connector on the back of the chassis, In this
conguration, the chassis is monitoring the power conditions of the APC units and will
report any failures to the network management system.
Redundant Chassis Power Utilizing the Contact Closure Sensors
The four sensors are compatible with APC PowerShield product. The table
below denes the pinouts for both units.
APC
Pin #
Chassis
Pin # Description Closed Circuit Open Circuit
3 2 Signal Return N/A N/A
4 1 Power Source Utility Power Battery Power
5 3 Battery Reserve Full-Charge Failed Self Test
6 5 Battery Condition Battery Present Battery Missing
7 7 Low Battery Battery Near Capacity Battery <20% Capacity
APC PowerShield Alarm Contact Conguration
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Contact Closure Sensor Conguration
The contact closures can be used to alert the network management system of problems
associated with the remote location. The contact closure sensor can also detect the
opening and closing of a switch, such as a equipment door being opened or closed.
The gure below illustrates this application.
Chassis Congured for Open Door Alarm
Specications
Description iConverter 1-Module Redundant Power Chassis
Standard
Compliances IEEE 802.3, 802.3af
Regulatory
Compliances
UL, CE, FCC Class A, UKCA,
AS/NZS 3548 and VCC1 Class A
Environmental RoHS, WEEE and REACH
Management* Telnet, SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, SNMPv3, Serial Console
Frame Size Up to 1,536 bytes
Port Types Copper: 10/100BASE-T (RJ-45)
Sensors: 4 Contact Closures (8-Pin Terminal)
Cable Types
Copper: EIA/TIA 568 A/B, Category 5 and
higher
Sensors: 16 to 24 gauge
AC Power
Requirements
AC Adapter: 100 - 240VAC/50 - 60Hz
0.2A @ 120VAC (typical)
DC Power
Requirements
DC Input:
(Terminal Block)
9 - 24VDC, 1.5A @ 9VDC (typical)
2-Pin Terminal (non-isolated)
DC Input:
(Terminal Block)
24 - 60VDC, 0.3A @ 48VDC
3-Pin Terminal (isolated)
DC Input:
(AC Adapter)
9 - 24VDC, 1.5A @ 9VDC (typical)
2.5mm Barrel Connector
DC Input:
(PoE)
44 - 57VDC, 0.27A @ 48VDC (typical)
RJ-45 (Alternative A & B)
Output Power 3A @ 3.3VDC (per power input)
Dimensions
(W x L x H) 5.4” x 6.8” x 1.0” (137.16 mm x 172.72 mm x 25.4 mm)
Weight Chassis: 1.5 lbs. (0.68 kg)
w/ AC Adapter: 2.0 lbs. (0.91 kg)
Temperature
Commercial:
Wide:
Storage:
0 to 50°C
-40 to 60°C
-40 to 80°C
Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Altitude -100m to 4,000m (operational)
MTBF
(hours)
Chassis: 540,000
US AC Adapter: 250,000
w/ Univ AC Adapter: 100,000
Warranty Lifetime warranty with 24/7/365 free Technical Support
* Management is available when an iConverter module with integrated management (such as the 10/100M2) is installed in the
chassis.
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