Transition Networks E-TBT-FRL-05(L) User manual

User’s Guide
E-TBT-FRL-05
Stand-Alone Media Converter
•Ethernet
• Copper to Fiber
• 10Base-T to 10Base-FL
Transition Networks E-TBT-FRL-05
series Ethernet 10Base-T to 10Base-FL
media converters connect 10 Mb/s
twisted-pair copper cable to 10 Mb/s
fiber-optic cable.
Standard Temperature Models:
The following models are designed for standard temperature environments ranging
from 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F).
* Typical maximum cable distance. Actual
distance is dependent upon the physical
characteristics of the network installation. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . .6
Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .7
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Compliance Information . . . . . . .12
Part Number Port One - Copper Port Two - Duplex Fiber-Optic
E-TBT-FRL-05 RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
ST, 10Base-FL, 850 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(L) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
ST, 10Base-FL, 1300 nm multimode
5 km (3.1 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(LH) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
ST, 10Base-FL, 1310 nm singlemode
40 km (24.9 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(MT) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
MT-RJ , 10Base-FL, 850 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(SC) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
SC , 10Base-FL, 850 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(SM) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
ST , 10Base-FL, 1310 nm singlemode
20 km (12.4 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(XC) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
SC, 10Base-FL, 1310 nm singlemode
20 km (12.4 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(LW) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
SC, 10Base-FL, 1550 nm singlemode
80km (49.7 miles)*

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Optional Accessories: (sold separately)
Part Number Description
SPS-1872-SA Optional External Power Supply; 18-72VDC Stand-Alone
Output: 12.6VDC, 1.0 A
SPS-1872-CC Optional External Power Supply; 18-72VDC Piggy-Back
Output: 12.6VDC, 1.0 A
E-MCR-04 12-Slot Media Converter Rack (includes universal internal power
supply) 17 x 15 x 5 in. (432 x 381 x 127 mm)
WMBS Optional Wall Mount Brackets
Length: 3.2 in. (81 mm), Fits converter length: 3.9 in. (99 mm)
WMBV Optional Vertical Mount Bracket; 5.0 in. (127 mm)
WMBD Optional DIN Rail Mount Bracket; 5.0 in. (127 mm)
WMBD-FS Optional DIN Rail Mount Bracket (flat, small); 3.1in. (79 mm)
Extended Temperature Models:
The following models are designed for extended temperature environments ranging
from -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F):
* Typical maximum cable distance. Actual distance is dependent upon the
physical characteristics of the network installation.
Part Number Port One - Copper Port Two - Duplex Fiber-Optic
E-TBT-FRL-05(HT) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
ST, 10Base-FL, 850 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(SCHT) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
SC , 10Base-FL, 850 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(SMHT) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
ST, 10Base-FL, 1310 nm singlemode
20 km (12.4 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(XCHT) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
SC, 10Base-FL, 1310 nm singlemode
20 km (12.4 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-05(XLHT) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
SC, 10Base-FL, 1310 nm singlemode
50 km (31.1 miles)*
Installation
Set the LinkAlert™ Switch
The LinkAlert switch is located on the side of the
media converter. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver or
a similar device to set the recessed switch:
Left = Enables the LinkAlert function
Right = Disables the LinkAlert function.
The LinkAlert feature allows the media converter to monitor both the fiber and
copper RX (receive) ports for loss of signal. In the event of a loss of an RX
signal, the media converter will automatically disable the TX (transmit) signal,
thus, “passing through” the link loss. The far-end device is automatically
notified of the link loss, which prevents the loss of valuable data unknowingly
transmitted over an invalid link.
Note: The enable/disable switch allows the LinkAlert feature to be disabled.
LinkAlert may interfere with the Auto-Negotiation feature of other devices in
networks where there are two media converters installed in series.
AutoCross™ Feature
The AutoCross feature detects and configures the twisted-pair copper port on
the E-TBT-FRL-05 media converter to the correct straight-through (MDI) or
crossover (MDI-X) configuration. This feature allows either MDI or MDI-X
cable to connect the media converter to devices such as hubs, transceivers, or
network interface cards (NICs). (Requires no operator intervention).
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1
Media
Converter A
Media
Converter B
Near-End
Device
Far-End
Device
original fault
on the copper link media converter B disables the copper lin
k
media converter A
disables the fiber TX link
3
2
media converter B
loses the fiber RX link
Enable LinkAlertTM
Disable LinkAlertT
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Installation -- Continued
Install the Copper Cable
1. Locate or build 10Base-T compliant copper cables with male, RJ-45
connectors installed at both ends.
2. Connect the RJ-45 connector at one end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on
the E-TBT-FRL-05 media converter.
3. Connect the RJ-45 connector at the other end of the cable to the RJ-45
port on the other device (switch, workstation, etc.).
RJ-45 port
on the other device
(switch, work station, etc.)
RJ-45 port
on the media
converter
Install the Fiber Cable
1. Locate or build 10Base-FL compliant fiber cable with male, two-stranded
TX to RX connectors installed at both ends.
2. Connect the fiber cables to the E-TBT-FRL-05 media converter as
described:
• Connect the male TX cable connector to the female TX port.
• Connect the male RX cable connector to the female RX port.
3. Connect the fiber cables to the other device (another media converter,
hub, etc.) as described:
• Connect the male TX cable connector to the female RX port.
• Connect the male RX cable connector to the female TX port.
Connect the fiber cable
to the media converter
as shown.
Connect the fiber cable
to the other device
(media converter,
hub, etc.) as shown
RX
TX
RX
TX
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Installation -- Continued
Power the Media Converter
AC
1. Install the power adapter cord to the back of the media converter.
2. Connect the power adapter plug to AC power.
3. Verify that the media converter is powered by observing the illuminated
LED power indicator light.
DC
Consult the user’s guide for the Transition Networks SPS1872-xx DC external
power supply for powering the media converter.
Operation
After installation, the media converter should function without operator
intervention. Use the status LEDs to monitor media converter operation in the
network.
Pwr (Power) On = A connection to external AC power.
RX (Fiber) On = Data reception on the 10Base-FL link.
Link (Fiber) On = A good 10Base-FL link and normal operation.
Off = Lack of power or a downed 10Base-FL link.
RX (Copper) On = Data reception on the 10Base-T link.
Link (Copper) On = A good 10Base-T link and normal operation.
Off = Lack of power or a downed 10Base-T link.
RX
TX
Link
Link
Pwr
10Base-T10Base-FL
10Base-FL (fiber) LEDs
10Base-T (copper) LED
s
RX RX

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Technical Specifications
Standards IEEE 802.3™
Data Rate 10 Mb/s
Case Dimensions 3.9" x 3.0" x 1.0" (99mm x 76mm x 25mm)
Shipping Weight 6 oz. (181 g)
Power Supply E-TBT-FRL-05, E-TBT-FRL-05(SC), E-TBT-FRL-05(SM),
DC Output E-TBT-FRL-05(L), E-TBT-FRL-05(MT), E-TBT-FRL-05(LH),
E-TBT-FRL-05(XC), E-TBT-FRL-05(LW): 12VDC, 0.5 A
(minimum)
E-TBT-FRL-05(HT), E-TBT-FRL-05(SCHT),
E-TBT-FRL-05(SMHT), E-TBT-FRL-05(XCHT),
E-TBT-FRL-05(XLHT): 9VDC, 1.0 A (minimum)
minimum output regulation: 5%
Connector: 2.1mm barrel, center pin positive
MTBF 54,337 hours (MIL217F2 V5.0) (MIL-HDBK-217F)
131,255 hours (Bellcore7 V5.0)
Tmra* E-TBT-FRL-05, E-TBT-FRL-05(SC), E-TBT-FRL-05(SM),
E-TBT-FRL-05(L), E-TBT-FRL-05(MT), E-TBT-FRL-05(LH),
E-TBT-FRL-05(XC) E-TBT-FRL-05(LW): 0°C to 50°C
(32°F to 122°F)
E-TBT-FRL-05(HT), E-TBT-FRL-05(SCHT),
E-TBT-FRL-05(SMHT), E-TBT-FRL-05(XCHT),
E-TBT-FRL-05(XLHT): -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
Environment Storage Temperature: -20°C to 85°C (-4°F to 185°F)
Humidity: 5 to 95%, non condensing
Altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet
Warranty Lifetime
*Manufacturer’s rated ambient temperature.
Product is certified by the manufacturer to comply with DHHS Rule 21/CFR,
Subchapter J applicable at the date of manufacture.
WARNING: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam or
view the beam directly with optical instruments. Failure to observe this warning could result
in an eye injury or blindness.
WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
IMPORTANT: Copper based media ports, e.g., Twisted Pair (TP) Ethernet, USB, RS232,
RS422, RS485, DS1, DS3, Video Coax, etc., are intended to be connected to intra-building
(inside plant) link segments that are not subject to lightening transients or power faults.
Copper-based media ports, e.g., Twisted Pair (TP) Ethernet, USB, RS232, RS422, RS485,
DS1, DS3, Video Coax, etc., are NOT to be connected to inter-building (outside plant) link
segments that are subject to lightening transients or power faults.
The fiber optic transmitters on this device meet Class I Laser safety requirements
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Crossover Cable
1
2
3
6
Straight-Through Cable
Twisted Pair #1
Twisted Pair #1
Twisted Pair #2
Twisted Pair #2
1
2
3
6
1
2
3
6
1
2
3
6
Cable Specifications
Copper Cable
Category 3: (minimum requirement)
Gauge 24 to 22 AWG
Attenuation 11.5 dB/100m @ 5-10 MHz
Maximum Cable Distance 100 meters
• Straight-through or crossover cable may be used.
• Do not use flat or silver satin wire.
• Shielded twisted-pair (STP) or unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) may be used.
• Pins 1&2 and 3&6 are the two active pairs in an Ethernet network .
• RJ-45 Pin-out: Pin 1 = TD+, Pin 2 = TD-, Pin 3 = RD+, Pin 6 = RD-
• Use only dedicated wire pairs for the active pins:
(e.g., blue/white & white/blue, orange/white & white/orange, etc.)

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Cable Specifications -- Continued
The physical characteristics must meet or exceed IEEE 802.3™ specifications.
Fiber Cable
Bit Error Rate: <10-9
Singlemode fiber (recommended): 9 µm
Multimode fiber (recommended): 62.5/125 µm
Multimode fiber (optional): 100/140, 85/140, 50/125 µm
Standard Temperature Models: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
E-TBT-FRL-05 850 nm multimode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -10.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -32.5 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 13.5 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(L) 1300 nm multimode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -15.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -32.5 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 13.5 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(LH) 1310 nm singlemode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -15.0 dBm max: -5.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 19.0 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(MT) 850 nm multimode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -16.0 dBm max: -10.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -29.5 dBm max: -7.2 dBm
Link Budget: 13.5 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(SC) 850 nm multimode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -10.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -32.5 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 13.5 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(SM) 1310 nm singlemode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -27.0 dBm max: -10.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 7.0 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(XC) 1310 nm singlemode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -27.0 dBm max: -10.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 7.0 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(LW) 1550 nm singlemode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -5.0 dBm max: -0.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Link Budget: 29.0 dB
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Extended Temperature Models: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
E-TBT-FRL-05(HT) 850 nm multimode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -10.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -32.5 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 13.5 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(SCHT) 850 nm multimode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -10.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -32.5 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 13.5 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(SMHT) 1310 nm singlemode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -15.0 dBm max: -8.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -38.0 dBm max: -8.0 dBm
Link Budget: 23.0 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(XCHT) 1310 nm singlemode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -16.0 dBm max: -10.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -29.5 dBm max: -7.2 dBm
Link Budget: 13.5 dB
E-TBT-FRL-05(XLHT) 1310 nm singlemode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -5.0 dBm max: 0.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -38.0 dBm max: -8.0 dBm
Link Budget: 33.0 dB

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Troubleshooting
If the media converter fails, isolate and correct the failure by determining the
answers to the following questions and then taking the indicated action:
1. Is the power LED on the media converter illuminated?
NO
• Is the power adapter the proper voltage and frequency for AC outlet?
Refer to “Power Supply” on page 6.
• Is the power adapter properly installed in the media converter and in
the outlet?
• Contact Tech Support: 1-800-260-1312, Int’l: 00-1-952-941-7600.
YES
• Proceed to step 2.
2. Is the 10Base-T link LED illuminated?
NO
• Check the twisted-pair cables for proper connection.
• Contact Tech Support: 1-800-260-1312, Int’l: 00-1-952-941-7600.
YES
• Proceed to step 3.
3. Is the 10Base-FL link LED illuminated?
NO
• Check the fiber cables for proper connection.
• Verify that the TX and RX cables on the media converter are
connected to RX and TX ports, respectively, on the other device.
• Contact Tech Support: 1-800-260-1312, Int’l: 00-1-952-941-7600.
YES
• Proceed to step 4.
4. Is the 10Base-T RX LED illuminated?
NO
• Disconnect and reconnect the 10Base-T cable to restart the
initialization process.
• Restart the attached device to restart the initialization process.
• Contact Tech Support: 1-800-260-1312, Int’l: 00-1-952-941-7600.
YES
• Proceed to step 5.
5. Is the 10Base-FL RX LED illuminated?
NO
• Disconnect and reconnect the 10Base-FL cable to restart the
initialization process.
• Restart the attached device to restart the initialization process.
• Contact Tech Support: 1-800-260-1312, Int’l: 00-1-952-941-7600.
YES
• Contact Tech Support: 1-800-260-1312, Int’l: 00-1-952-941-7600.
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Declaration of Conformity
Name of Mfg: Transition Networks
6475 City West Parkway, Minneapolis MN 55344 U.S.A.
Model: E-TBT-FRL-05 Series Media Converter
Part Number: E-TBT-FRL-05, E-TBT-FRL-05(SC), E-TBT-FRL-05(SM), E-TBT-FRL-05(L),
E-TBT-FRL-05(MT), E-TBT-FRL-05(LH), E-TBT-FRL-05(XC), E-TBT-FRL-05(LW),
E-TBT-FRL-05(HT), E-TBT-FRL-05(SCHT), E-TBT-FRL-05(SMHT), E-
TBT-FRL-05(XCHT),E-TBT-FRL-05(XLHT)
Regulation: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
Purpose: To declare that the
E-TBT-FRL-05 to which this declaration refers is in
conformity with the following standards.
EN 55022:1998 Class A; EN 55024:1998; FCC Part 15 Subpart B; 21 CFR Subpart J;
EN 61000-3-2:1995+A14:2000; EN61000-3-3:1995; UL 1950
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above
Directive(s) and Standard(s).
July 13, 2006_____
Stephen Anderson, Vice-President of Engineering Date

Compliance Information
UL Listed; C-UL Listed (Canada)
CISPR22/EN55022 Class A + EN55024; CE Mark
FCC Regulations
This equipment has been tested and 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 instruction manual, 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 the user's own expense.
Canadian Regulations
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise for digital apparatus
set out on the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de la Class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
European Regulations
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.
Achtung!
Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können bei Betrieb
dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten. In diesem Fäll ist der Benutzer für
Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich.
Attention!
Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environment domestique, ce produit risque de créer
des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l'utilsateur de prende les measures
spécifiques appropriées.
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In accordance with European Union Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament
and of the Council of 27 January 2003, Transition Networks will accept post usage
returns of this product for proper disposal. The contact information for this activity can
be found in the 'Contact Us' portion of this document.
CAUTION: RJ connectors are NOT INTENDED FOR CONNECTION TO THE
PUBLIC TELEPHONE NETWORK. Failure to observe this caution could result in
damage to the public telephone network.
Der Anschluss dieses Gerätes an ein öffentlickes Telekommunikationsnetz in den EG-
Mitgliedstaaten verstösst gegen die jeweligen einzelstaatlichen Gesetze zur Anwendung der
Richtlinie 91/263/EWG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten über
Telekommunikationsendeinrichtungen einschliesslich der gegenseitigen Anerkennung ihrer
Konformität.