Transition Networks E-TBT-FRL-N-02 User manual

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .4
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . .5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Compliance Information . . . . . . . .8
User’s Guide
E-TBT-FRL-N-02
PCI Media Converter
• Ethernet
• Copper to Fiber
• 10Base-T to 10Base-FL
Transition Networks E-TBT-FRL-N-02 series
media converters are 10Base-T/10Base-FL
devices that connect 10Base-T copper to 10Base-
FL fiber. The E-TBT-FRL-N-02 is PCI
(Peripheral Component Interconnect) powered;
designed to install directly in a PC workstation or
file server, and insert into any slot on a standard
PCI. No additional power supply is needed since
each PCI slot has power.
Part Number Port One - Copper
10Base-T
Port Two - Fiber-Optic
10Base-FL
E-TBT-FRL-N-02 RJ-45
100 m (328 ft)*
ST, 850 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-N-02 (SC) RJ-45
100 m (328 ft)*
SC, 850 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*
E-TBT-FRL-N-02 (MT) RJ-45
100 m (328 ft)*
MT-RJ, 850 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*
* Typical maximum cable distance. Actual distance is dependent upon the physical
characteristics of the network installation.

Installation
Set the LinkAlert™ switch
The LinkAlert switch is located on the edge of the printed
circuit board and can be easily switched to ENABLE or
DISABLE without the use of tools.
The LinkAlert feature allows the media converter to monitor the fiber and copper
RX (receive) ports for signal losses. 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: If all network devices attached to the media converter(s) are capable of auto-
negotiation, enable the LinkAlert feature on the media converter(s).
Otherwise, disable the LinkAlert feature.
Install the slide-in-module
To install the E-TBT-FRL-N-02 media converter slide-in-module:
1. Locate an empty slot on the PC workstation or file server.
2. Remove the screws holding the cover to the slot. Retain the screws.
3. Carefully slide the slide-in-module into the slot, aligning the module with the
installation guides.
4. Ensure that the module is firmly seated in the slot.
5. Using the screws from step 2, secure the module to the workstation or file
server housing .
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Media
Converter A
Media
Converter B
Near-End
Device
Far-End
Device
original fault
on the copper link media converter B
disables the copper link
media converter A
disables the fiber TX link
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2
media converter B
loses the fiber RX link
Installation -- Continued
Install the copper cable
1. Use the enclosed 10Base-T compliant 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 E-TBT-FRL-N-02 media
converter.
3. Connect the RJ-45 connector at the other end of the
cable to the RJ-45 port on the other device (network
interface card (NIC), terminal device, transceiver,
switch, workstation, etc.).
Install the copper 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-N-02 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.
Power the media converter
The E-TBT-FRL-N-02 media converter is powered by the PCI (Peripheral
Component Interconnect) edge connector on the circuit board.
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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
t
erface card (NIC)
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Operation
LED indicators
After installation, the media converter should function without operator
intervention. Use the status LEDs to monitor the media converter operation in the
network.
PLink (Fiber) ON = A 10Base-FL link and normal operation.
OFF = A lack of power or a downed 10Base-FL link.
Link (TBT) ON = A 10Base-T link and normal operation.
OFF = A lack of power or a downed 10Base-T link
AutoCross™
The AutoCross feature detects and configures the twisted-pair copper port on the
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).
Cable Specifications
Fiber cable
Bit Error Rate: <10-9
Multimode fiber (recommended): 62.5/125 µm
E-TBT-FRL-N-02
E-TBT-FRL-N-02(SC)
E-TBT-FRL-N-02(MT) 850 nm multimode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -20.0 dBm max: -10.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -32.5 dBm max: -7.2 dBm
Link Budget 12.5 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.
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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
• Straight-through twisted-pair cable must be used.
• 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.)
• Do not use flat or silver satin wire.
Straight-Through Cable
T
wisted Pair #1
T
wisted Pair #2
1
2
3
6
1
2
3
6
Crossover Cab
le
Twisted Pair #1
Twisted Pair #2
1
2
3
6
1
2
3
6
Technical Specifications
For use with Transition Networks Model E-TBT-FRL-N-02 or equivalent
Standards: IEEE 802.3™
Data Rate: 10 Mb/s
Dimensions: 4.762” x 5.208” x 0.932” (121mm x 134mm x 24mm)
Weight: 3 oz. (91g approximately)
Power Consumption: <450 mA
Environment:
Operating temp Tmra*: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F )
Storage temp: -25°C 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.
CAUTION: Visible and Invisible Laser Radiation When Open. DO NOT STARE into
laser Beam or view it directly with optical Instruments. Failure to observe this caution
could result in loss of vision.
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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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. Is the PWR (power) LED 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 RJ-45 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 fiber 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 RJ-45 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 fiber 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-N-02 Series Media Converter
Part Number: E-TBT-FRL-N-02, E-TBT-FRL-N-02(SC), E-TBT-FRL-N-02(MT)
Regulation: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
Purpose: To declare that the E-TBT-FRL-N-02 to which this declaration refers is in
conformity with the following standards.
EN 55022:1998+A1:2000 Class A; EN 55024:1998; FCC Part 15 Subpart B; UL 1950,
21CFR subpart J
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above
Directive(s) and Standard(s).
Novembler 28, 2005_____
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.
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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 (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 weichen Fällen der Benutzer für
entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen werantwortlich ist.
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.
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.
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