Planet VF-101G-KIT User manual

4-in-1 Video over Gigabit Fiber Bundle Kit
VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT
User’s Manual

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This device has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the device and receiver.
3. Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface
cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices. Any
changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation
Exposure Statement
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility
of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human
proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8
inches) during normal operation.

CE Mark Warning
Warning: This equipment is a Class B product. In a
domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take
adequate measures.
Safety Instructions
This device is designed with the utmost care for the safety of
those who install and use it. However, special attention must be
paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity when
working with electrical device. All guidelines of this and the
computer manufacturing must therefore be allowed at all times
to ensure the safe use of the device.
National Restrictions
This device is intended for home and ofce use in all EU
countries (and other countries following the EMC directive
2014/30/EU and LVD directive 2014/35/EU).
WEEE Regulation
To avoid the potential effects on the environment and
human health as a result of the presence of
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
device, end users of electrical and electronic device
should understand the meaning of the crossed-out wheeled bin
symbol. Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste
and have to collect such WEEE separately.
Revision
User’s Manual of 1-channel 4-in-1 Video over Gigabit Fiber
Bundle Kit (VF-101G/102G/106G-T + VF-101G/102G/106G-R)
Model: VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT
Rev: 1.0 (June, 2017)
Part No. EM-VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT_v1.0

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Product Introduction ............................................. 6
1.1 Package Contents....................................................... 6
1.2 Product Description .................................................... 6
1.3 Application................................................................. 8
1.4 Product Features ...................................................... 10
1.5 Product Specications ............................................... 10
Chapter 2. Hardware Description.......................................... 13
2.1 Front Panel .............................................................. 13
2.2 Rear Panel............................................................... 14
Chapter 3. Installation......................................................... 16
3.1 Limitation ................................................................ 16
3.2 Preparation before Installing...................................... 16
3.3 Stand-alone Installation ............................................ 17
3.4 Optional Chassis Installation...................................... 18
3.5 Optional DIN-rail Installation ..................................... 19
Chapter 4. Precautions ........................................................ 21
Chapter 5. Power Information .............................................. 22
Chapter 6. Troubleshooting .................................................. 23

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Chapter 1. Product Introduction
1.1 Package Contents
Check the contents of your package for the following parts:
zVF-101G/102G/106G-T – Video over Fiber Media Converter
(Transmitter) x 1
zVF-101G/102G/106G-R – Video over Fiber Media Converter
(Receiver) x 1
z5V Power Adapter x 2
zUser’s Manual x 1
Note
If any of the above items are missing, please
contact your dealer immediately.
1.2 Product Description
Long Distance Analog Surveillance Transmission System
To deploy AHD/CVI/TVI/CVBS analog camera in a remote place
efciently and provide high video quality and reliable signal,
PLANET has developed the video over Gigabit ber media
converter kit, VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT, which is ideal for
extending the distance and signal conversion by transmitting the
AHD/CVI/TVI/CVBS video and data over the ber-optic cable.
Adopting the intelligent encoding/decoding technology and with
the compact box, the VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT video over ber
media converter enables videos to be delivered in high quality
over a distance of up to 20km long.

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A
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D
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V
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V
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Fiber Optic Communication for Video and Serial Data
This Video over Gigabit Fiber Converter kit consists of a Video
Transmitter and a Video Receiver:
zVF-101G/102G/106G-T: 1-channel Video over Gigabit Fiber
Transmitter
zVF-101G/102G/106G-R: 1-channel Video over Gigabit Fiber
Receiver
The VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT is a digital ber-optic
transmission system that brings users a cost-effective solution
for transmission of 1 channel uncompressed digital video and
one reverse RS485 async data over one single ber cable.
The VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT is an adjustable free device
providing high-quality and real-time video transmission. It can
be widely used in intelligent transportation systems (ITS), trafc
surveillance, security monitoring, automation control, intelligent
residential districts, etc.
Coax
Video
VF-101G/102G/106G-T
Transmitter
VF-101G/102G/106G-R
Receiver
1080p
Analog Camera
HDVR / Monitor
Gigabit Fiber-optic
1000
Video Line
Video
Up to 20km
1000
Coax
Video

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VF-101G/102G/106G-T
Transmitter
VF-101G/102G/106G-R
Receiver
Coax
Video
Speed Dome
HDVR / Monitor
Control Keyboard
Up to 20km
Coax
Video
Gigabit Fiber-optic
1000
RS485 RS485
Video Line
Video
RS485
RS485
1000
Easy Installation
Simply by Plug and Play, the installation of the
VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT media conversion is quite easy. They
can be used as a stand-alone unit or as a slide-in module to
the PLANET Media Converter Chassis (MC-700, MC-1500
and MC-1500R). When working with the media converter
chassis, the media converter chassis provides DC power to
VF-101G/102G/106G-T or VF-101G/102G/106G-R to maintain
the video over ber-optic transmission system at the central
location.
1.3 Application
The VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT consists of 1 channel video over
ber optic transceiver and receiver to transmit video and RS485

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signal through a reliable single mode or single ber link. It is an
ideal cost-effective solution for surveillance system that requires
high display quality and high-performance signal transmission
over long distances. The VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT can be
installed easily by way of “Plug and Play”, meaning the operator
does not need to congure the pair of the video over ber
transmission in advance.
The transmitter and receiver can work as standalone or can
be slotted into a rack-mountable media converter chassis.
The exible and maintenance-free design ts in with different
installation environments. With one VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT,
video cameras can be deployed over a distance of up to 20km,
which ideally suits the following applications:
zIntelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
zToll Collection
zTrafc Surveillance
zAir Trafc Management (ATM)
zRail Signaling
zPerimeter Alarms and Area Monitors
zTelemedicine and Teleconference
zIndustrial Surveillance
zIntelligent Buildings
VF-101G-T
VF-102G-T
VF-106G-T
VF-101G/102G/106G-R
Control Keyboard
HDVR / Monitor
Camera
Camera
Speed Dome
Coax
Coax
Coax
Coax
Video
Video
Video
Video
Video
Video
Gigabit Fiber-optic
1000
RS485
RS485
Video Line
Video
RS485
Media Converter Chassis
RS485

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1.4 Product Features
zCompliant with hybrid video (AHD/TVI/CVI/CVBS)
zLong-distance data transmission of 20km
zStatus indication for power supply, optical signal and video
zHigh-speed synchronous digital transmission technology
zGuarantees safe transmission under poor electromagnetic
environment
zVideo and data transmission over Gigabit ber optic cable
zPAL, NTSC, SECAM compatible
zData type: RS485
z8-/10-bit digital Video Signal sampling
zStandalone or work with PLANET MC-700/1500/1500R media
converter chassis
zCompact size, wall-mount design, easy installation
1.5 ProductSpecications
Model VF-101G-KIT VF-102G-KIT VF-106G-KIT
Video Characteristics
Video Channel 1 channel bi-direction
Signal Mode NTSC/PAL/SECAM
Video Connector BNC
Supported Video Type 1080p: AHD/TVI/CVI
480p: CVBS
Video Input/Output
Impedance 75ohm/unbalanced interface
Video Input/Output
Voltage 1.0 Vpp/typical peak-to-peak value
Video Bandwidth 60MHz

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Video Digital Bit Width 8/10 bit
Differential Gain(DG) < 1.3% (typical value)
Differential Phase(DP) < 1.3° (typical value)
SNR Weighted > 67dB (typical value)
Data Interface
Data Channel 1 channel
Physical Protocol RS485
Operation Mode Simplex
Data Connector 3 Pin terminal block with screw clamps
Data Rate DC-115.2Kbps
Bit Error Rate (BER) < 10ns
Optical Interface
Optical Connector ST FC WDM-SC
Distance 20km for single mode
Optical Wavelength
VF-101G-T VF-102G-T VF-106G-T
TX: 1310nm,
RX: 1550nm
TX: 1310nm,
RX: 1550nm
TX: 1310nm,
RX: 1550nm
VF-101G-R VF-102G-R VF-106G-R
TX: 1550nm,
RX: 1310nm
TX: 1550nm,
RX: 1310nm
TX: 1550nm,
RX: 1310nm
Launch Power (dBm) Max.: 0, Min.: -9
Receive Sensitivity
(dBm) -26
Max. Input Power
(dBm) -3
Cable 9/125μm single mode cable
Hardware Specications
LED Indicators
zPower
zVideo
zLink (ber optic)

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Dimensions
(W x D x H) 94 x 70 x 26 mm
Weight 200g
Power Requirement 5V DC, 2A
Power Consumption 4.8 watts (maximum)
Mechanical Metal
Installation Wall-mountable, DIN-rail (with optional kit),
chassis installation (with optional chassis)
Compatible Converter
Chassis MC-700/MC-1500/MC-1500R
Standards Conformance
Regulatory Compliance FCC, CE
Environment
Operating
Temperature: -25 ~ 70 degrees C
Relative Humidity: 0 ~ 95%
(non-condensing)
Storage
Temperature: -30 ~ 80 degrees C
Relative Humidity: 0 ~ 95%
(non-condensing)
Standard Accessories
Packet Contents
VF-101G/102G/106G-T x 1
VF-101G/102G/106G-R x 1
User’s manual x 1
5V power adapter x 2

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Chapter 2. Hardware Description
2.1 Front Panel
The front panel of the VF-101G-T/VF-101G-R comes with
two ber optic interfaces and one video socket, while those
of the VF-102G-T/VF-102G-R and VF-106G-T/VF-106G-R
each have one ber optic interface and one video socket.
For the VF-101G/102G/106G-T and VF-101G/102G/106G-R,
With the reverse data connector, the RS485 data port of the
VF-101G/102G/106G-T or VF-101G/102G/106G-R can be
connected to the user’s interface.
PWR
GND
LNK
Video over Gigabit Fiber Converter
OPTIC
VIDEO
RS485
PWR
GND
LNK
Video over Gigabit Fiber Converter
OPTIC
VIDEO
RS485
VF-101G-T/VF-101G-R VF-102G-T/VF-102G-R
PWR
GND
LNK
Video over Gigabit Fiber Converter
OPTIC
VIDEO
RS485
VF-106G
VF-106G-T/VF-106G-R
zVideo Interface
Video
Connection
Connect the video signal to or from the product
through a 75Ω coax cable with BNC plug.
Async-data
Connection
zConnect the output data port (e.g. TX+ and
TX-) of the other controlled device to the RX+
and RX- of the RX.
zConnect the input data port (e.g. RX+ and RX-)
of the other controlled device to the TX+ and
TX- of the TX.
zGND in both TX and RX should be connected
directly to user’s equipment.
Fiber
Connection
Connect the ber-optic cable pigtail to the
product’s ber port.

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zLED Denition
LED Color Function
PWR Green Lights to indicate that the device is powered.
VIDEO Green Lights when the device receives video signal.
LNK Green Lights when the ber connection is
established.
2.2 Rear Panel
The rear panel of the converter has one DC jack, which accepts
an input power of 5V DC at 2A.
zPower Supply
Power supply
Output 5V DC, 2A
Note
1. The device is a power-required device, meaning
it will not work till it is powered. If your
networks should be active all the time, please
consider using UPS (Uninterrupted Power
Supply) for your device. It will prevent you
from network data loss or network downtime.
2. In some areas, installing a surge suppression
device may also help to protect your converter
from being damaged by unregulated surge or
current to the converter or the power adapter.

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zFiber Interface
Item Description
FIBER/OPT FC-type ber interface.
Note
After the VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT is powered on,
wait for at least 15 seconds before connecting
the connector to the optical fiber port or else the
connector may be damaged or you may get an
electric shock.

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Chapter 3. Installation
This section describes how to install your
VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT Video over Fiber and make
connections to the converter. Please read the following sections
and perform the procedures in the order being presented. The
hardware installation of PLANET VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT Video
over Fiber Converter does not need software conguration. To
install your VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT on a desktop or shelf,
check the following sections.
3.1 Limitation
The converter does not require any software conguration.
Users can immediately use any feature of this product simply
by plugging in the cable and powering it on. There is some key
limitation on the video over ber converter. Please check the
following items:
zThe device is used for Point-to-Point connection only (trans-
mitter to receiver) and allows video and data to work on the
same optical ber patch cord.
zThe BNC connector supports 75 ohm cable. The maximum
distance will change by the quality of coaxial cables.
3.2 Preparation before Installing
In order to ensure your normal use, please make sure that
you are using the right optical path, right signal, good power
grounding, and so on. We guarantee all of our products
are subject to strict test and aging, and we simulate eld
environment operation tests. Please contact us if there is any
problem.
(1) Please carefully read the user manual of the product before
installing.

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(2) Please carefully read the safety instructions.
(3) Optical transceiver equipment shall not be disassembled by
anyone without authorization.
(4) Check the product model tag stuck outside the cabinet to
prevent incorrect installation.
(5) The relation of the video of optical transmitter and optical
receiver is one-to-one.
3.3 Stand-alone Installation
To install a pair of VF-101G/102G/106G-T and
VF-101G/102G/106G-R stand-alone on a desktop or shelf,
simply complete the following steps:
(1) Turn off the power of the analog camera/monitor to which
the VF-101G/102G/106G-T or VF-101G/102G/106G-R will be
attached.
(2) VF-101G/102G/106G-T (Transmitter): Connect coaxial
cable from analog camera to video BNC port of the
VF-101G/102G/106G-T.
(3) Attach the suitable single mode ber cable from the
VF-101G/102G/106G-T to VF-101G/102G/106G-R in the
remote side.
Note
After the VF-101G/102G/106G-KIT is powered on,
wait for at least 15 seconds before connecting
the connector to the optical fiber port or else the
connector may be damaged or you may get an
electric shock.

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(4) VF-101G/102G/106G-R (Receiver): Connect coaxial
cable from monitor/HDVR to Video BNC port of the
VF-101G/102G/106G-R.
(5) Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the
VF-101G/102G/106G-T and VF-101G/102G/106G-R, and
make sure that the power is on and the link LED is lit.
(6) Turn on the power of the analog camera/monitor; the video
LED should be lit when all cables are connected.
VF-101G/102G/106G-T
Transmitter
VF-101G/102G/106G-R
Receiver
Coax
Video
Speed Dome
HDVR / Monitor
Control Keyboard
Up to 20km
Coax
Video
Gigabit Fiber-optic
1000
RS485
RS485
Video Line
Video
RS485
RS485
1000
3.4 Optional Chassis Installation
To install the Video over Fiber Converter in a 10-inch or 19-inch
Converter Chassis with standard rack, follow the instructions
described below.
(1) Place your Converter Chassis on a hard at surface, with
the front panel positioned toward your front side.
(2) Carefully slide in the module until it is fully and rmly tted
into the slot of the Converter Chassis.

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(3) Attach a rack-mount bracket to each side of the Converter
Chassis with supplied screws attached to the package.
(4) After the brackets are attached to the Converter Chassis,
use suitable screws to securely attach the brackets to the
rack.
(5) Connect the video and ber cabling, and supply power to
your Converter Chassis.
3.5 Optional DIN-rail Installation
There are two DIN-rail holes on the left side of the
VF-101G/102G/106G-T or VF-101G/102G/106G-R that
allows the converter to be easily installed with DIN-rail
mounting. PLANET optional DIN-rail mounting kit – RKE-DIN
– can be ordered separately. When the wall mount application
needs to be replaced with the DIN-rail application for the
VF-101G/102G/106G-T or VF-101G/102G/106G-R, please refer
to the following gures to attach the DIN-rail to the converter.
To hang the VF-101G/102G/106G-T or VF-101G/102G/106G-R
on the DIN-rail, follow the steps below:
(1) Screw the DIN-rail on the VF-101G/102G/106G-T or
VF-101G/102G/106G-R.

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(2) Lightly press and push the DIN-rail into the track.
(3) Check whether the DIN-rail is tightly on the track.
Note
You must use the screws supplied with the
mounting brackets. Damage caused to the parts
by using incorrect screws would invalidate your
warranty.