Perle CM-10G-STS User manual

P/N 5500326-10
Perle 10G
Media Converter
Modules
Installation Guide
CM-10G-STS
C-10G-STS
CM-10G-XTS
C-10G-XTS
CM-10G-XTX
C-10G-XTX
CM-10G-XTSH
C-10G-XTSH
CM-10G-XTXH
C-10G-XTXH

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Overview
This document contains instructions necessary for the installation
and operation of the Perle 10G Media Converter modules that are
used in conjunction with a Perle Media Converter chassis. Each
module contains two pluggable transceiver ports that permit
connections of SFP+ fiber, XFP fiber and copper modules. The C
model modules are the unmanaged modules and the CM models
are the managed modules. For information on the management
options of the CM modules refer to the Perle MCR-MGT User’s
Guide that came with your Perle Management Module. The Cx-
10G modules support low power transceivers, whereas the Cx-
10G-XTSH and Cx-10G-XTXH support high power (power level 4)
transceivers. The high power modules take two slots within a Perle
Media Converter chassis. All combination of modules within the
chassis cannot exceed the chassis power input consumption. The
full power consumption for Perle Media Converter chassis can be
found on the Perle website.
Note: The Cx-10G media converter modules can be populated
with two 1G fiber/copper modules to operate at 1G. However with
1G modules the Cx-10G does not support the Loopback Auto
Detect feature.
Models Port 1 Port 2
CM-10G-STS SFP+ SFP+
C-10G-STS SFP+ SFP+
CM-10G-XTS XFP SFP+
C-10G-XTS XFP SFP+
CM-10G-XTX XFP XFP
C-10G-XTX XFP XFP
High Power
Models Port 1 Port 2
CM-10G-XTSH XFP SFP+
C-10G-XTSH XFP SFP+
CM-10G-XTXH XFP XFP
C-10G-XTXH XFP XFP

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Getting to know your Cx-10G Media
Converter Module
Your Cx-10G Media Converter module package includes:
•A Cx-10G Media Converter module with two pluggable
transceiver ports
•This guide
Cx-10G Front View
Installation
The default switch settings (all switches in the UP position) will
work for most installations. The default Auto-Jumper is set to Auto.
These are the steps required to configure the Perle 10G Media
Converter module:
1. Set the Auto-Jumper switch. (optional)
2. Set the DIP switch settings. (optional)
3. Install the module into the chassis. (See Installing Modules)

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4. Insert appropriate modules into the pluggable transceiver
ports.
5. Connect fiber or copper cables to the installed modules.
6. The Media Converter module is automatically powered up.
Cx-10G-STS
Cx-10G-XTS, Cx-10G-XTSH

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Cx-10G-XTX, Cx-10G-XTXH
Installing Modules
1. Set any jumpers and/or DIP switches on the module to the
desired operating mode.
2. Gently slide the module into the slot until it becomes flush with
the front of the chassis. Light pressure may be needed to seat
the module. Do not force the module as you might damage the
module. If there is resistance, remove the module and check
the module’s backplane connector for damage to the pins. If
the module’s backplane connector is not damaged, try to
reinsert the module again
3. Tighten the Captive retainer screw to ensure the module is
locked in place.
Caution:Observe electrostatic discharge precautions when
installing or removing the module(s) from the Chassis. Failure to
observe this caution could result in damage to the module(s)
and/or chassis.

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Auto-Config Jumper (CM models only)
The Auto-Config jumper (J5) is located on the upper edge, at the
midpoint of the module.
Strapping pins 1 and 2 of the jumper will set the module in SW
mode and strapping pins 2 and 3 will set it in Auto-Config mode.
Auto: When set to Auto the module will, at power-up, check its
internal flash memory to see if configuration information has been
downloaded to it from a management module. If so it will use this
configuration as its running configuration. If there is no
configuration in flash it will read the settings of the DIP switches
and use those as its running configuration.
SW: When set to SW (Switch), the module will, at power-up, read
the settings of the DIP Switches and use those as its running
configuration. It will ignore any configuration information in its flash
memory.
NOTE: The default jumper setting is Auto
DIP Switch Settings
The DIP switches are located on the side of the module. The
function of the DIP switches vary by model, so please refer to the
appropriate model.
Note: Switch changes made when the product is powered up take
effect immediately and will result in a link reset on both ports.

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Operating Mode (Switch 1)
Switch Position Mode
Up (default) Data
Down Test
Data: In Data mode, data will flow between the two fiber
connections.
Test: Test Mode is used to run diagnostics, enable loopback and
for running the Built In Link Tests.
Note: The Operation Mode (Switch 1) affects the function of DIP
Switches 2 and 3.
Link Mode (Switch 2 – Data Mode)
Switch Position Mode
Up (default) Smart Link Pass-Through Mode
Down Standard Mode
Smart Link Pass-Through: In this mode, the link state on one
connection is directly reflected through the Media Converter
module to the other connection. If fiber link is lost on one of the
connections, then the other fiber link will be brought down by the
Media Converter module
Standard Mode: In this mode, the links can be brought up and
down independently of each other. A loss of link on either fiber
connection can occur without affecting the other fiber connection

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Test Function (Switch 2 – Test Mode)
Switch Position Type
Up (default) Built In Link Test
Down Loopback
Built In Link Test: Switch 2 causes the Cx-10G media converter
module to initiate the Built In Link Tests on the specified port.
Switch 3 determines the specified port for the Built In Link Tests. If
Switch 3 is Up, the tests will be run on Port 1. If the Switch is
Down the tests will be run on Port 2. The other port will be
disabled during these tests.
These tests consist of the media converter module generating test
patterns to be sent out the selected port to the remote media
converter module. If the remote media converter module is a
supported Perle media converter/module, the port will
automatically be put into loopback mode.
Loopback: If Switch 2 is down, the specified port will be put into
loopback mode. In this mode, the port will be ready to receive the
test patterns generated by another Perle media converter/module
running the Built In Link Test. Switch 3 determines which port with
be put into loopback mode. If the remote device is a supported
Perle media converter/module, this unit does not need to be put
into test mode and there is no need to set the loopback switch.
This will be taken care of by the Auto Loopback Detect feature.
Illustration of the Built In Link Test / Loopback

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Local Cx-10G Configuration
Test Mode (Switch 1 – Down)
Test Function (Switch 2 –Up)
Remote-Cx-10G Configuration
All switches in the Up position
Note: If the remote Media Converter module is not a supported Perle
media converter/ module then the remote Media Converter /module will
need to be put into loopback mode. See the documentation that came
with that Media Converter module.
Sequence of Events
1. The Local Cx-10G Media Converter module sends the remote
media converter/ module a signal to go into loopback mode.
2. The remote media converter/module turns on loopback mode.
3. Built In Test Data is sent from the Local Cx-10G media
converter module to the Remote media converter/ module
4. The Remote media converter module loops the received data
back to the Local Cx-10G Media Converter module.
5. Any test errors detected are displayed with the LEDs on the
front of the Local Cx-10G Media Converter module
6. The Built in Link Tests continue to run until Switch 1 on the
Local Cx-10G Media Converter module is set to Data mode
Port Selection (Switch 3 – Test Mode)
Switch Position Port
Up (default) 1
Down 2
When in Test Operating mode (Switch 1- down), this switch
determines the port number.
Fiber Fault Alert (Switch 3 – Data Mode)
Switch Position Mode
Up (default) Enabled

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Down Disabled
Enabled: If the media converter module detects a loss of fiber, the
media converter module will immediately notify the fiber link
partner that an error condition exists.
If the remote Media Converter module is set up for Fiber Fault
Alert (FFA) Enabled and the local media converter is set up with
Smart Link Pass-Through, a loss of fiber link on either the transmit
or receive line will be passed through to the other fiber connection.
Disabled: The Media Converter will not monitor for fiber fault.
Illustration of the FFA feature
Media Converter A Configuration
Link Mode–Standard Mode
Fiber Fault Alert
Media Converter B Configuration
Link Mode–Smart Link Pass through Mode
Fiber Fault Alert
Sequence of Events
1. Media Converter Aloses fiber connection (RX).
2. Media Converter Anotifies the remote Media Converter that
there is a fault on the Link.
3. Media Converter Bdetects loss of fiber link on receiver RX.
4. Media Converter Bturns off transmitter (TX).

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EDC AutoDetect Mode (Switch 4 and Switch 5)
SFP+ Models only
Switch Position
Mode
Up (default) On
Down Off
On: When AutoDetect Mode is turned On, the Cx-10G media
converter module will establish the linear or limiting settings based
on the contents of the EPROM on the module and module type.
Off: When AutoDetect Mode is turned OFF, the Cx-10G media
converter module will select the alternative setting from that
established by the determination above.

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Operation
Status LED
The Perle 10G Media converters modules have three status LEDs
located on the front panel of the module.
PWR - Power/Test
Green On: Power is on and the module is in normal operation
mode.
Green Blinking slowly:the module is in test or loopback mode.
Red On while in Test mode: indicates an error within the last
second.
Red On: During power up - hardware error detected.
Red Blinking: Error detected. (See LK1 LK2 Error Codes).
Red (Solid or blinking ): A module has been inserted that is
requesting more than the specified maximum power for that port.
LK1- Port 1 Activity
On: Fiber link present.
Blinking quickly:Fiber link present and receiving data.
Blinking slowly:The fiber link has been taken down as a result of
Smart Link Pass-Through.
Blinking one second on, 3 seconds off: The maximum specified
operating temperature within the inserted module has been
exceeded.
Off: No fiber link present.
LK2 – Port 2 Activity
On: Fiber link present.

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Blinking quickly:Fiber link present and receiving data.
Blinking slowly:The fiber link has been taken down as a result of
Smart Link Pass-Through.
Blinking one second on, 3 seconds off: The maximum specified
operating temperature within the inserted module has been
exceeded.
Off: No fiber link present.
LK1 LK2 Error Codes
LK1 LK2 Meaning
Off Off Incompatible SFP+ or XFP or speed mismatch on SFP+
Off On Power Budget exceeded – XFP’s requesting more power
than specified port rating.
On Off SFP+ or XFP communication error – S-10G unable to
communicate with module
On On Internal Error
Troubleshooting
General
Ensure power is supplied to the media converter – use of the
Perle supplied power adapter is highly recommended.
Ensure that SFP+ or XFP modules are of the same speed and
are operating properly.
Ensure both devices on either end of each fiber are
compatible.
Ensure all cabling is of the correct type and is in good
operating condition.
For fiber connections, ensure the RX and TX has been
reversed between the 2 media converters.
No connectivity
If unable to get full connectivity with all DIP switches in the UP
position, this procedure is recommended for troubleshooting.
If the remote device is not a Perle media converter/module the
remote device needs to be put into loopback mode.
•Initiate test mode on the local device (SW1 Down).

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•If the PWR LED turns red or blinks red on a repeated basis,
the fiber connection may require further testing.
•If the PWR LED stays green after several seconds of testing,
then the link is passing the Built In Link Test. Proceed to
testing the other link.
Module Temperature Protection
All Cx-10G modules come equipped with module temperature
protection. Should an inserted SFP+ or XFP module operate
above its specified maximum operating temperature, the Cx-10G
will reduce the power to that module/s. The Cx-10G will continue
to monitor the modules’ temperature until the temperature is below
the maximum operating temperature and then the Cx-10G will
return the module/s to normal operating mode.
Loopback Auto Detect
Perle Cx-10G media converter modules have the ability to
automatically put remote supported Perle media converter/
modules into loopback mode. This allows the remote Perle media
converter/module to be located in distant or inaccessible locations.
The remote Perle media converter/module will remain in loopback
mode as long as the tests are in progress.
Note: Depending on the manufacturer some copper cabling may
not support our oopback Auto Detect feature, however oopback
Mode can always be obtained by setting switch 2 to the down
position on your Perle Media converter module.

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Technical Specifications
The following applies to all Perle 10G Media Converter modules.
Power Input, Consumption 12VDC
STS 1.0A Max, 600mA
XTS 1.2A Max, 800mA
XTX 1.5A Max, 1.0A
XTSH 1.5A Max, 1.0A
XTXH 2.0A Max, 1.4A
Operating Temperature: 0°C -50°C (32°F - 122°F)
Storage Temperature: -25°C -70°C (-13°F -158°F)
Operating Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Operating Altitude: Up to 3,048 m (10,000 ft)
Weight: 0.15 kgs (0.3 lbs)
Module Support
•MSA compliant SFP+
•MSA complaint Class 1, 2 and 3 XFP modules for the Cx-10G-
XTX models and Cx-10G-XTS models.
•MSA complaint Class 1, 2, 3 and 4 XFP for the Cx-10G-XTXH
and Cx-10G-XTXSH models.
•1G copper modules
•1G fiber modules
•SFP+ supports Cx1 (direct attach) interfaces
•XFP supports Cx4 modules
Fiber Cabling Requirements
MM: 50/125 microns
62.5/125 microns
SM: 9/125 microns
Note: Please refer the product page on the Perle website for the
most up to date specifications.
http://www.perle.com/

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Compliance Information
FCC
This product has been found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions in this Guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his/her own expense.
EN 55022 Class A
WARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may
cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
EN 55024 Class A
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to factory repairs for Perle products that fail under the conditions of
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