Transition Networks E-TBT-FRL-N-01(SC) User manual

Transition Networks E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01 series
and E-TBT-FRL-N-01 series media converters
connect 10Base-T copper to 10Base-FL fiber.
These PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect)
powered media converters are designed to
install directly inside a PC workstation or file
server and mount on any slot on a standard PCI.
No additional power supply is needed since the
power is drawn directly from the PCI slot.Two
LEDs integrated into the RJ-45 10Base-T port
allow for network monitoring.
The E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01 PCI media converter (above) is 3.15” (80mm) wide.
The E-TBT-FRL-N-01 PCI media converter (right) is 4.76” (121mm) wide.
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .4
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . .5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Compliance Information . . . . . . . .8
User’s Guide
E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01
E-TBT-FRL-N-01
PCI Ethernet Media Converter
• Copper to Fiber
• 10Base-T to 10Base-FL
Part Number Port One - Copper Port Two - Fiber-Optic
E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01 RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
ST, 850 nm multimode
10Base-FL, 2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01 (SC) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
SC, 850 nm multimode
10Base-FL, 2 km (1.2 miles)*
* Typical maximum cable distance. Actual distance is dependent upon the
physical characteristics of the network installation.
E-TBT-FRL-N-01 RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
ST, 850 nm multimode
10Base-FL, 2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-N-01 (SC) RJ-45, 10Base-T
100 m (328 ft)*
SC, 850 nm multimode
10Base-FL, 2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-N-01
E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01
The information in this user’s guide is
subject to change.For the most up-to-date
information, see the user’s guide on-line
at: www.transition.com.

Installation
Set the Link Pass-Through Switch
The Link Pass-Through switch is located on the
edge of the printed circuit board and can be easily
enabled or disabled without the use of tools.
The Link Pass-Through 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 (1), the media converter will automatically disable the TX (transmit)
signal (2), thus, “passing through” the link loss (3).The far-end device is
automatically notified of the link loss (4), which prevents the loss of valuable
data unknowingly transmitted over an invalid link.
NOTE: If ALL network devices attached to the media converter(s) are capable
of auto-negotiation, enable the Link Pass-Through feature on the media
converter(s). Otherwise, disable the Link Pass-Through feature.
Install the Media Converter
To install the PCI media converter slide-in-module:
1. Locate an empty installation slot on the PC workstation or file server.
2. Remove the screws that secure the cover over the installation slot.
3. Carefully slide the media converter into the installation slot, aligning the
module with the installation guides.
4. Ensure that the converter is firmly seated inside the installation slot.
5. Secure the converter by attaching it to the workstation or file server
housing using the screws from step 2.
The E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01 is designed for 3.15” (80 mm) installation slots.
The E-TBT-FRL-N-01 is designed for 4.76” (121 mm) installation slots.
Power the Media Converter
The media converter is powered by the PCI (Peripheral Component
Interconnect) edge connector on the circuit board.
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ENABLEDISABLE
SW1
4
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
Installation -- Continued
NOTE:A 10Base-T twisted-pair copper cable is
included with the PCI media converter.
Install the Copper Cable
1. Use the enclosed 10Base-T copper cable
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 media
converter.
3. Connect the RJ-45 connector at the other end
of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the network
interface card (NIC).
AutoCross™
The AutoCross allows either straight-through (MDI) or crossover (MDI-X)
copper cables to be used when connecting to 10Base-T devices.AutoCross
determines the characteristics of the connection and automatically configures
the unit to link up, regardless if the copper cable is MDI or MDI-X
configuration.
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 PCI 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.
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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
RJ-45 port
on the media
converter
RJ-45 port
on the network
interface card (NIC)

Operation
LED Indicators
Use the status LEDs to monitor the media converter operation in the network.
FL Flashing = The media converter is connected to external power.
On = The 10Base-FL (fiber) link has been established.
TBT Flashing = The media converter is connected to external power.
On = The 10Base-T (copper) link has been established.
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TX 10Base-FL RX
10Base-T
LINK
FL TBT
FL TBT
10Base-T
LINK
FL TBT
FL TBT
TX 10Base-FL RX
E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01
E-TBT-FRL-N-01
Cable Specifications
Fiber Cable 62.5/125 µm (recommended); bit error rate: <10-9
E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01
E-TBT-FRL-N-01 850 nm multimode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -32.5 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget 13.5 dB
E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01(SC)
E-TBT-FRL-N-01(SC) 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 14.5 dB
The fiber optic transmitters on this device meet Class I Laser safety
requirements per IEC-825/CDRH standards and comply with 21
CFR1040.10 and 21CFR1040.11.
CAUTION:Visible and invisible laser radiation when open.Do not stare
into beam or view directly with optical instruments.
CAUTION:Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
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Cable Specifications -- Continued
Copper Cable
Category 3: (Minimum requirement)
Gauge 24 to 22 AWG
Attenuation 11.5 dB/100m @ 5-10 MHz
Category 5: (Recommended)
Gauge 24 to 22 AWG
Attenuation 22.0 dB /100m @ 100 MHz
• Either straight-through twisted-pair cable may be used.
• Shielded (STP) or unshielded(UTP)twisted-pair 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.)
• Do not use flat or silver satin wire.
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
Technical Specifications
For use with Transition Networks Model E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01 or equivalent
Standards: IEEE 802.3™
Data Rate: 10 Mb/s
Dimensions:(-NLP-01) 3.154 x 5.208 x 0.932”(80 x 134 x 24mm)
(-N-01) 4.762 x 5.208 x 0.932”(121 x 134 x 24mm)
Weight: 3 oz.(91g)(approximate)
Power Consumption: <450 mA
MTBF 1,203,000 hours (MIL217F2 V5.0) (MIL-HDBK-
217F) 3,222,000 hours (Bellcore7 V5.0)
Environment: Operating Temp*: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F )
Storage Temp: -25 to 85°C (-13 to 185°F )
Humidity: 10 to 90%, non condensing
Altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet
Warranty: Lifetime
*Manufacturer’s rated ambient temperature:Tmra range for this slide-in-
module depends on the physical characteristics and the installation
configuration of the file server or PC workstation in which this slide-in-
module will be installed.
Product is certified by the manufacturer to comply with DHHS Rule
21/CFR, Subchapter J applicable at the date of manufacture.

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Troubleshooting
If the media converter fails, isolate and correct the fault by determining the
answers to the following questions and then taking the indicated action:
1. Are both the FL and TBT LEDs illuminated?
NO
• Confirm that the media converter is properly inserted into the PC
workstation or the file server.
• Confirm that the PC workstation or the file server is properly
connected to the power source and is turned on.
• Contact Tech Support: 1-800-260-1312, Int’l: 00-1-952-941-7600.
YES
• Proceed to step 2.
2. Is the FL 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.
• 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
• Proceed to step 3.
3. Is the TBT LED illuminated?
NO
• Check the twisted-pair copper cables for proper connection.
• 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
• 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 USA
Model: E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01 & E-TBT-FRL-N-01 Media Converters
Part Number: E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01, E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01(SC), E-TBT-FRL-N-01,
E-TBT-FRL-N-01(SC)
Regulation: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
Purpose:To declare that the
E-TBT-FRL-NLP-01 and E-TBT-FRL-N-01 to which this
declaration refers is in conformity with the following standards.
EN 55022:1998+A1:2000 Class A; FCC Part 15 Subpart B; UL listed, 21CFR subpart J
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above
Directive(s) and Standard(s).
_March 30, 2003_____
Stephen Anderson, Vice-President of Engineering Date
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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.
Compliance Information
UL Listed, C-UL Listed
CISPR22/EN55022 Class A
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
fürGegenmaßnahmen 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.