Technica Engineering MATEnet 100BASE-T1 User manual

Manual-Version: 1.5
Hardware: v2.4 and higher
USER MANUAL
July 2022
Firmware: 1.0.0
100/1000BASE-T1
MEDIACONVERTER
MATEnet

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Content
1Product description.......................................................................................... 4
1.1 Functionality.......................................................................................................... 4
1.1.1 Features.......................................................................................................... 4
1.1.2 General information....................................................................................... 5
1.1.3 Links................................................................................................................ 5
1.1.4 General operating and safety strategy of TE products............................... 5
1.1.5 General design rules for the power supply of TE products........................ 6
1.2 Warranty and safety information......................................................................... 6
1.3 RoHS certificate of compliance........................................................................... 8
1.4 Scope of delivery .................................................................................................. 8
1.5 Changelog hardware ............................................................................................ 8
2Hardware interfaces.........................................................................................9
2.1 Connectors............................................................................................................ 9
2.1.1 RJ-45 connector (1)....................................................................................... 9
2.1.2 MATEnet connector (2)...............................................................................10
2.1.3 Power MQS connector (3)........................................................................... 11
2.1.4 Debug connector (4)....................................................................................12
2.2 DIP switches (5)..................................................................................................12
2.3 Status LEDs (6) ...................................................................................................12
2.3.1 Resetting error LED......................................................................................13
3Configuration.................................................................................................14
3.1 Configuration through power MQS connector .................................................14
3.1.1 Link status output (LS) (PIN 2)...................................................................15
3.1.2 Force link down (LD) (PIN 3).......................................................................15
3.1.3 Force slave mode (FS) (PIN 4) ...................................................................15
3.2 Frame generator .................................................................................................15
4Standard use case.......................................................................................... 17
5Used 100/1000BASE-T1 filter ........................................................................ 18
6Additional information ...................................................................................19
6.1 Disclaimer............................................................................................................19
7List of figures................................................................................................. 20
8Changelog...................................................................................................... 21

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9Contact .......................................................................................................... 22
10 Declaration of conformity............................................................................... 23

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1Product description
1.1 Functionality
Figure 1-1: 100/1000BASE-T1 MediaConverter MATEnet
Automotive ethernet though similar in functionality has some differences in
comparison to standard ethernet. To interact between the two technologies, a
converter is needed. The Technica Engineering 100/1000BASE-T1 MediaConverter
MATEnet is a physical layer converter providing conversion between100/1000BASE-
T1 and 100 BASE-TX or 1000BASE-T with a constant delay of about 2 µs.
1.1.1 Features
1 Port 100/1000Base-T1 Ethernet with Marvell 88Q2112 A2 Transceiver, 100/1000 MBit/s
Fullduplex on a single unshielded twisted pair with MATEnet Connector
1 Port 100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-T1 Ethernet with RJ-45 connector
Robust steel case
4 DIP Switches for easy configuration
Support of 1000BASE-T1 Marvell IEEE Mode (See CHAPTER 6.1) and Marvell Legacy Mode
Frame generator

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1.1.2 General information
Voltage requirement:
6 to 30 Volt DC (nominal 12/24 Volt DC)
Power consumption:
2 Watt
Size WxLxH:
89 x 72 x 28 mm
Weight:
0,22 kg
International Protection:
IP 2 0
Operating temperature:
-40° to +80 °Celsius
Latency:(± 0.1 µs) tolerance
Direction
Mode
Latency [µs]
BASE-T1 to Fast Ethernet
100Mbps
1.6
Fast Ethernet to BASE-T1
100Mbps
1.2
BASE-T1 to Ethernet
1Gbps and Legacy/ IEEE mode (See
CHAPTER 6.1)
2.5
Ethernet to BASE-T1
1Gbps and Legacy/ IEEE mode (See
CHAPTER 6.1)
2.7
Table 1-1: Latency tolerance
1.1.3 Links
The user can download the latest firmware and documentation for the 100/1000BASE-
T1 MediaConverter MATEnet here.
1.1.4 General operating and safety strategy of TE products
Technica Engineering’s products are designed for operation in automotive systems
and for supply voltages of nominal 12 V or 24 V. The applicable limit, values adhere to
the standard norms for 12 V or 24 V automotive onboard power systems
correspondingly and can be found in the mentioned norms.
Should Technica Engineering’s products be operated in voltage ranges beyond those
specified in the norms, which represents a breach of the conditions of operation, then
this will void the product warranty and Technica Engineering will assume no liability
whatsoever for the results and/or consequences thereof.
This is especially valid whenever the voltage level reaches or exceeds the limits of the
low-voltage directive. In this case, damage to the devices cannot be excluded. Due to
the manufacturing characteristics of the devices, there is no imminent fire hazard from
the device itself, if the devices are being operated in an environment according to the
conditions of use. A secondary fire hazard cannot be excluded, should those

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conditions not be met. Protection against overvoltage cannot be provided in such a
breach of the conditions of use.
1.1.5 General design rules for the power supply of TE products
The power supply solution of Technica Engineering’s products is equipped with a self-
protection mechanism. This automatic function protects the internal electronic
components against excessive temperature and too high supply voltage by switching
the device off. This automatic switch-off function is independent of any software
function. Excessive temperatures in the device can be caused by high environmental
temperatures or internal failures of the device. The device can protect itself by shutting
down its power supply avoiding further damage to itself.
The operator/user of these devices must take measures for the right protection of the
power supply lines and the according to the connector. The maximum power
consumption of the Technica Engineering products is written in this user manual.
Please consider that some of the products are working with a step-up converter. So,
the current needed in case of undervoltage conditions must be considered higher than
a nominal voltage level. The user must choose the right fuse and/or other over current
protection measures.
1.2 Warranty and safety information
Before operating the device, read this manual thoroughly and retain
it for your reference.
The latest documentation for the 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter
MATEnet can be downloaded here:
Use the device only as described in this manual.
Use only in dry conditions.
Do not insert any foreign object in the slots/openings of the housing.
Do not apply power to a damaged device.
The device may only be used by specialists.
Do not open the device. Otherwise, the warranty will be lost.

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This product is intended for use in automobiles or automotive-like
environments. An automotive-like environment includes test setups
or test benches in the office, laboratory, and workshop areas. In the
test setups, the same environmental conditions apply as in-vehicle
electrical systems. Technica Engineering products are not intended
to be used as standard IT equipment. The test systems and
products from Technica Engineering are designed as a customer
and application-specific test modules that are only used by
specialists for the development and test facilities.
When integrating the modules in a vehicle or test set-up, the user
must ensure appropriate ventilation or air convection.
Technica Engineering products must not be considered as a safety
element out of context when using safety-critical systems and must
be included in the safety assessment when used. The development
class in a safety system must be considered with standard
QM referred to as ISO26262.
The device can get hot.
Do not cover the device due to fire danger.
Do not place the device near highly flammable materials due to fire
danger.
Do not use the device above the specified operating temperature.
The operating temperature is the ambient temperature of the
installation space.
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard
this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask
for the correct method of disposal. Technica Engineering GmbH is
registered as the manufacturer of the brand "Technica Engineering"
and the device type "Small devices of Information- and
Telecommunications- technology for exclusive use in non-private
Households”. WEEE Reg. No. DE 20776859
Please refer to CHAPTER 10 for the EU Declaration of Conformity
Under Directive 2015/863/EU and 2014/30/EU.

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1.3 RoHS certificate of compliance
Technica Engineering’s 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter MATEnet complies with
RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive), see Certificate of Compliance
in CHAPTER 10.
1.4 Scope of delivery
The delivery includes:
1x 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter MATEnet
Cable-set can be ordered separately:
1x Cable set
o1m Ethernet Cable
oConnectors and crimp contacts,
oMATEnet cable assembly
o4mm banana plugs
1.5 Changelog hardware
Version
Change
Date
0.4
First release
May 2020
1.0
Better temperature resistance
Shield optimized
Aug 2020
1.1
Small improvement regarding EMC
Sep 2020
1.2
PCB resized for optimizing assembling
Oct 2020
2.4
Hardware revision
July 2022

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2Hardware interfaces
2.1 Connectors
Here you can see an overview of all HW interfaces of the 100/1000BASE-T1 Media
Converter on the front side and backside.
Figure 2-1: Front side of MediaConverter
Figure 2-2: Backside of MediaConverter
2.1.1 RJ-45 connector (1)
This is a standard RJ-45 connector to be used with CAT5e STP cable for 100BASE-TX
or 1000BASE-T connections.
1
2
3
6
4
5
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2.1.2 MATEnet connector (2)
Name
Picture
Part Number
Tyco 1-PORT MATENET HDR ASSY
90DEG
2302454-9
Tyco MATENET, FEMALE INSERT MODUL,
BLACK
2302450-1
Tyco Nano MQS crimp contact
1-1703930-2
Table 2-1: Parts of Tyco MATEnet Connector
You can use the official Tyco tool for these crimp contacts. But we recommend
purchasing a ready-to-use cord set.
Official Crimp Tool:
Name
TE CONNECTIVITY CS11K NANO-MQS, 0.13-0.35 SQ.M
TE Internal Number
4 -1579014 –0
Distributor
Börsig GmbH
www.boersig.com
Distributor
Digikey
https://www.digikey.de/product-detail/de/te-application-
tooling/4-1579014-0/A141876-ND/5121549

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Pinning:
Pin
Function
1
Data Line Minus (Negative)
2
Data Line Plus (Positive)
Table 2-2: MATEnet Connector
2.1.3 Power MQS connector (3)
Name
Picture
Part Number
TE connectivity
6pos MQS .63 header 90deg THR
1-1418888-5
TE connectivity
MQS BU-GEH 6P
1-969508-2
Distributor: mouser.de
TE connectivity
MQS crimp contact
928999-1
Distributors:
Mouser.de; Digikey.de
Table 2-3: Parts of Tyco MQS Connector
Pinning:
Pin
Function
1
Reference GND only
2
Link Status Output (3V3, Active Low) (LS)
3
Force LinkDown Input (Active Low) (LD)
4
ForceSlave Mode (Active Low) (FS)
5
Power GND
6
VBAT (6 to 30 Volt DC)
Table 2-4: MQS Connector
For more information about PINs 2, 3, and 4 connected to PIN 1, please see CHAPTER
3.1.
Figure 2-3: MATEnet
Connector

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2.1.4 Debug connector (4)
The debug connector can be used as a serial interface to interact with the device. This
interface enables the user to read TX/RX register counters, SQI values of the channels,
CRC errors, and other information. It can also be used for bootloader updates of the
device.
A USB-B cable is needed for connection to the service connector. This is not part of
the delivery and cannot be ordered.
This is not a video interface.
Figure 2-4 Example of information from debug connector
2.2 DIP switches (5)
These DIP Switches are for configuration. You can find more information about
configuration in CHAPTER 3
2.3 Status LEDs (6)
The 100/1000BASE-T1 MediaConverter has 5 LEDs on the front side of the case.
LED
Description
Host LED
Will blink slowly(once a second), during normal operation of the device.
GP LED
General-purpose LED. will be lit when the PHYs are configured. If the PHYs fail to
get configured this LED will be off.
Error LED (red)
Will be lit when at least one CRC error is detected. This may happen when the
MATEnet connector is plugged during operation.
Link LED
100 or 1000Base-T1 Link active.

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Activity LED
100 or 1000Base-T1 Ethernet data transmission.
Table 2-5 LED Description
If the GP LED is ON and Host LED is off, this indicates an error state.
The 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter MATEnet has LEDs integrated into the RJ-45
connector.
For RJ45 connection:
Left side:
Green = 100 BASE-TX link
Orange = 1000 BASE-T link
Right side:
Orange = ACTIVITY
2.3.1 Resetting error LED
If the error LED is lit red, a disconnection of the link can clear the LED. This can be done
by changing the DIP switch position to break the link and changing it back to form a
link again.

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3Configuration
The 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter is configured by four DIP switches on the
front side of the device.
DIP Switch
Status
Description
1
ON (up)
OFF (down)
BASE-T1 Port is set to Master
BASE-T1 Port is set to Slave
2
ON (up)
OFF (down)
1000 BASE-T1 to 1000 BASE-T conversion
100 BASE-T1 to 100 BASE-TX conversion
3
ON (up)
OFF (down)
1000BASE-T1 Marvell Legacy mode (A0)
1000BASE-T1 IEEE compliant mode (See CHAPTER 6.1)
This DIP switch has no function when DIP2 is
off
4
ON (up)
OFF (down)
Frame Generator active on 100/1000BASE-T1. (see CHAPTER
3.2)
Converting is not working properly during frame
generation
Normal operation
Table 3-1: Configuration of DIP Switches
For establishing a BASE-T1 link one device must be set as Master and the other
must
be set as Slave.
It is not possible to mix the two speeds of the ports. If the Media Converter is
configured for 100BASE-T1, the RJ-45 connector is always 100BASE-TX. If the
Media Converter is configured for 1000BASE-T1 the RJ-45 connector is always
1000BASE-T.
3.1 Configuration through power MQS connector
The PINs 2, 3, and 4 of the Power MQS connector (CHAPTER 2.1.3) can be used for
configuration and link status output.

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3.1.1 Link status output (LS) (PIN 2)
The Link Status PIN 2 outputs a weak 3.3 Volts status signal. There is an integrated
5K Ohm pull-up resistor to 3.3 Volts. This PIN is active low. The pull-down transistor
can drain up to 100mA.
3.1.2 Force link down (LD) (PIN 3)
If you connect PIN 3 and PIN 1 by a shortcut wire link down is forced. These pins are
active low. There is an integrated 5K Ohm Pullup to 3.3 Volts. For normal operation
please disconnect the PINs.
While removing the shortcut of PIN 3 and PIN 1, a full reset of the device will be
done.
Power reset is not needed
3.1.3 Force slave mode (FS) (PIN 4)
If you connect PIN 4 and PIN 1 by a shortcut wire Force Slave mode is activated.
These pins are active low. There is an integrated 5K Ohm Pullup to 3.3 Volts.
For normal operation please disconnect the PINs.
Activated Force Slave mode overrides the DIP switch configuration.
Power reset is not needed
3.2 Frame generator
The 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter in frame generator mode is working only on
the BASE-T1 port as a frame generator. The generated frame is in total 1514 bytes
long and is sent with
Roundabout 12 Mbps in 100BASE-T1 mode
Roundabout 120 Mbps in 1000BASE-T1 mode

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The frame contains no specific MAC source or destination. All bytes have the same
pattern: 0xA5 and 0x5A in alternation.
Figure 3-1: Frame by Frame Generator

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4Standard use case
Here you can see a standard use case of the 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter
MATEnet.
Figure 4-1: Example of a use case
MC
Media Converter
DUT
Device Under Test
DIP Switch 1: The Master/Slave setting, is dependent on the DUT. If DUT is Master, MC must
be configured as Slave, DIP Switch 1 must be OFF [down], and vice versa
DIP Switch 2: 100/1000 speed setting is dependent on the speed of the DUT. If it is a 100BASE-
T1 connection DIP Switch 2 must be OFF [down] and vice versa
DIP Switch 3: Legacy/IEEE mode setting: If the PHY of the DUT is a Marvell PHY A0 (Only
1000BASE-T1) then the DIP Switch 3 must be ON [up]. If it is any other IEEE 1000BASE-T1
conform PHY the DIP Switch must be OFF [down]. (See CHAPTER 6.1)
DIP Switch 4: Frame Generator function, always must be OFF [down]. Only in Frame Generator-
Mode, the DIP Switch must be ON [up], in this case, the device no longer works as a converter

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5Used 100/1000BASE-T1 filter
The following 1000BASE-T1 Filter is used in the 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter
MATEnet.
Figure 5-1: Used Filter in 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter

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6Additional information
The 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter is optimized for automotive use. The maximum cable
length for 100/1000BASE-T1 segments is limited to 15 meters.
It is not possible to mix up different speeds from RJ-45 to BASE-T1-Port
Do not use it as Frame Generator while converting. Data loss may occur.
6.1 Disclaimer
The “IEEE Compliant mode” is defined by the chip vendor. Technica Engineering
cannot be held responsible for the interoperability of this chip and hence the complete
product with other devices if the interoperability issues are caused by the “IEEE
Compliant mode”.

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7List of figures
Figure 1-1: 100/1000BASE-T1 MediaConverter MATEnet .............................................. 4
Figure 2-1: Front side of MediaConverter ......................................................................... 9
Figure 2-2: Backside of MediaConverter........................................................................... 9
Figure 2-3: MATEnet Connector ......................................................................................11
Figure 2-2 Example of information from debug connector...........................................12
Figure 3-1: Frame by Frame Generator ........................................................................... 16
Figure 4-1: Example of a use case .................................................................................. 17
Figure 5-1: Used Filter in 100/1000BASE-T1 Media Converter..................................... 18