Transition Networks PSIV-2/14-11 User manual

7367.D
™
PowerStar IV
(PSIV-2/14-11, PSIV-2/14-45)
For assistance in installing, using, or
maintaining the TRANSITION Networks
PowerStar™ IV, contact TRANSITION
Networks Technical Support at:
[phone]
or contact your local distributor.
Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
The PowerStar™ IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Networking the PowerStar™ IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Connectors, Switches, and Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2 SITE CONSIDERATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Unpacking PowerStar™ IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Setting Pin Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Optionally Installing Slide-In Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installing PowerStar™ IV in Rack or on Table . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Setting Twisted Pair Polarity Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Powering the PowerStar™ IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Connecting Link Cable to Host . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Connecting Twisted Pair Link Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Connecting Twinax Link Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Connecting Fiber Link Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Connecting Port Cable to Terminal Devices . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
5 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
COMPLIANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
POWERSTAR™ IV TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . 12
CABLE SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

PowerStar™ IV 2
1. INTRODUCTION
This guide is intended for the system or network administrator
responsible for installing and monitoring a TRANSITION Networks
PowerStar™ IV. A working knowledge of AS/400™ peripheral
connections and operations, including familiarity with communications
protocols used, is assumed.
The PowerStar™ IV
The PowerStar™ IV (PSIV-2/14-11, PSIV-2/14-45) is an active star
repeater for AS/400™ and S/3x environments that can be used for
converting a twinax daisy chain topology to an unshielded twisted pair
star topology.
• The PowerStar IV is designed to support all 5250 compliant devices
operating at approximately 1Mbps.
• Host controller link can be connected either through a twisted pair
connector at the front of the PowerStar™ IV or, if one of the
optional Slide-In Cards (SICs) is installed, through twinax or fiber
connectors at the back of the PowerStar™ IV.
• Twisted pair port connections are identified, by PowerStar™ IV
model number as either RJ-11 or RJ-45 connectors.
• Separate transceiver circuitry isolates each port.
• The following pin configurations are selectable:
RJ-11 pins 3 & 4 or 2 & 5 optionally active
(factory default: pins 3 & 4 active)
RJ-45 pins 1 & 2, 3 & 6, or 4 & 5 optionally activ;
(factory default: pins 4 & 5 active).
PowerStarIV TRANSITION
0123456 01 23456
Line Sync
Parity Error
Left Link Right Link
Line Sync
Parity Error
Networking the PowerStar™IV
The PowerStar™ IV distributes two host input signals from an
AS/400, Sys36, or 5x94 remote controller, over twinax, fiber, or
twisted pair media, to fourteen terminal devices. All signals to the
terminal devices are over twisted pair.
OR OR

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PowerStar™IV
Connectors, Switches and Status Indicators
Connectors
One Left Link (host) connector and one Right Link (host) connector are
located at the front of the PowerStar™ IV. These connectors each
provide an RJ twisted pair link to AS/400™ or S/3x host signals.
Fourteen (14) terminal device connectors, labeled 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6,
provide RJ twisted pair connection for distributing the AS/400™ or S/3x
host signals to terminal devices such as computer terminals and printers.
The port connectors are arranged in sets of seven which are located next
to each of the link connectors.
(AT BACK) Slide-In cards (SICs), when installed, provide either twinax
host connectors or fiber TX and RX host connectors. A connector to
external power also is located at the back of the PowerStar™ IV.
Switches
The Polarity Setting Switches are used to set the polarity sense of the
active RJ pins for the Link (host) and Port (terminal device) connections.
Status Indicators (LEDs)
Line Sync and Parity Error Status Indicators (LEDs) are provided next to
each twisted pair RJ connector for monitoring data transfer.
The Power LED indicates PowerStar™ IV connection to external power.
PowerStarIV TRANSITION
0123456 01 23456
Line Sync
Parity Error
Left Link Right Link
Power Indicator
Line Sync
Parity Error
Power
RJ-45 (or RJ-11) Connector
Line Sync Indicator
Parity Error Indicator
Left Link Connector Right Link Connector
B
A
Polarity Setting Switches
2. SITE CONSIDERATIONS
The site for the PowerStar™IV must provide:
•AC power outlet for each Powerstar™IV
•Adequate ventilation
•Standard environmental conditions
•Isolation from electrical noise, including radio transmitters and
broadband amplifiers, motors, high power electrical lines, or
fluorescent light fixtures.
Additionally:
•The twisted pair cables should not run in the same conduit
with power line cables,
•Phone lines should be separated from data cables,
•Flat or “silver satin”wires should not be used.
And:
•Unshielded twisted pair, twinax, and fiber optic cable lengths
must be greater than 25 feet (7.6 meters),
•If twisted pair cable is used, the RJ-11 or RJ-45 connector pin
settings must be configured as shown on page 8, compatible
baluns must be selected according to the chart below, and the
polarity switch must be set as shown on page 18.
Connector Pins TN Balun
RJ-11 3 & 4 3-1134
RJ-11 4 & 3 3-1143
RJ-11 2 & 5 3-1125*
RJ-11 5 & 2 3-1152
RJ-45 1 & 2 3-4512
RJ-45 2 & 1 3-4521
RJ-45 3 & 6 3-4536
RJ-45 6 & 3 3-4563
RJ-45 4 & 5 3-4545
RJ-45 5 & 4 3-4554
*Same active pins as used in IBM baluns P/Ns 69x7883 and 96x6187.

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PowerStar™IV
3. INSTALLATION
To install the PowerStar™IV:
•Unpack the PowerStar™IV.
•Optionally set pin jumpers.
•Optionally install SIC card.
•Install PowerStar™IV in rack or on table.
•Set Polarity Settings switches.
•Connect link cable to host.
•Connect port cable to terminal devices.
•Connect the PowerStar™IV to power.
Direction is provided in the pages that follow.
Unpacking the PowerStar™IV
The PowerStar™IV packing contents should include the following:
Item Part Number
PowerStar™IV PSIV-2/14-11 OR PSIV-2/14-45
Power Cord 3344, 3347, 3348, 3349, or 3523,
(depending upon power configuration
in country where installed)
User’s Guide 7367
In addition, any of the following optional SICs may be included:
Item Part Number
Twinax SIC PS-T-SIC
Fiber SIC PS-F-SIC
Optionally Setting Pin Jumpers
NOTE: The default factory setting makes pins 3 & 4 active in the RJ-11
connector and pins 4 & 5 active in the RJ-45 connector.
NOTE: Since pin jumpers are located inside the PowerStar IV, the
PowerStar™IV cover must be removed when setting the pin jumpers.
WARNING: DISCONNECT POWER CORD from PowerStar™IV
before setting jumper pins. Failure to observe this warning could result
in personal injury or death from electrical shock.
WARNING: AVOID CONTACT WITH POWER SUPPLY during jumper
pin setting. Failure to observe this warning could result in personal
injury from electrical shock caused by capacitive discharge.
CAUTION: Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic
discharge precautions when setting pin jumpers. Use needle nosed
pliers with insulated handle. Failure to observe this caution could
result in circuit board failure.
To verify or modify the jumper pin settings:
1. Place PowerStar™IV on table or other stable surface.
2. Using medium Phillips screwdriver, remove three (3) screws
that secure cover to PowerStar™IV left side, three (3) screws
that secure cover to PowerStar™IV right side, and three (3)
screws that secure cover to PowerStar™IV back.
NOTE: Do NOT remove
two (2) screws that
secure power connector.

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PowerStar™IV
3. Slide PowerStar™IV cover back approximately one inch to
disengage cover from chassis.
4. Carefully lift PowerStar™IV cover and remove.
5. Using needle nose pliers with insulated handle and referring to
reference material on the next page, move jumpers as required
to change factory default active pin settings to active pin
settings for the site.
RJ-11 Pin Settings
Verify that the jumper locations activate the pins required for the
installation.
RJ-45 Pin Settings
Verify that the jumper locations activate the pins required for the
installation.
6. Rotate PowerStar™IV cover to rest again on chassis.
7. Slide cover forward to engage cover against chassis.
8. Replace cover screws.
16
Top View
of the
RJ-11 Cable
Connector
1 2 3 4 5 6 Thick lines
indicate
pairs
Thin lines
indicate
pin leads
1
6
Crossview
of the RJ-11
Cable Connector
Top
2,5
3,4
1,6
PowerStar IV Jumpers
PowerStar IV Top Front
RJ-11 Pins
NOT USED
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Top View
of the
RJ-45 Cable
Connector
Thick lines
indicate
pairs
Thin lines
indicate
pin leads
1
8
Crossview
of the RJ-45
Cable Connector
Top
3,6
4,5
1,2
7,8
PowerStar IV Jumpers RJ-45 Pins
NOT USED
18
PowerStar IV Top Front
Pin Settings
The default factory setting for both RJ-11 and RJ-45
configurations is two centered jumpers. This default
setting activates pins 3 & 4 in the RJ-11 connector and
pins 4 & 5 in the RJ-45 connector.

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PowerStar™IV
Optionally Installing Slide-In Cards
CAUTION: Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic
discharge precautions when installing Slide-In Cards. Failure to
observe this caution could result in circuit board failure.
To install a Slide-In Card:
1. With the Slide-In Card components facing up, carefully guide
the Slide-In Card along the card guides until the Slide-In Card
connector meets the the PowerStar™IV edge receptor.
2. Firmly push the card into the slot until the Slide-In Card
faceplate is flat against the PowerStar™IV frame.
3. Rotate the two Slide-In Card thumbscrews into the PowerStar™
IV threaded holes.
Installing PowerStar™IV in Rack or on Table
NOTE: The PowerStar™IV is shipped with attached brackets for
standard 19-inch rack installation and with attachable feet for table-top
installation. Rackmount screws and clip nuts are NOT provided.
To install the PowerStar™IV in 19-inch rack:
1. Locate four (4) screws (and clip nuts, if necessary) for each
PowerStar™IV to be installed.
2. Carefully align the PowerStar™IV between the 19-inch rack
mounting rails at the installation position.
3. Install two screws through right front bracket and two screws
through left front bracket, using clip nuts if necessary.
To install the PowerStar™IV on table or other flat surface:
1. Carefully turn PowerStar™IV to side.
2. Install four (4) rubber feet):
•Remove protective paper from rubber foot adhesive surface.
•Position rubber foot at bottom corner of repeater hub.
•Press rubber foot against PowerStar™IV surface to secure.
•Repeat for remaining rubber feet.
3. Return PowerStar™IV to upright position.
PowerStarIV TRANSITION
01 23 4 5 6 01 2 3 4 56
LineSync
ParityError
LeftLink RightLink
LineSync
ParityError
CAUTION: The rubber feet MUST BE INSTALLED if the PowerStar™
IV is installed on a table-top or other flat surface. Failure to observe
this caution could cause the PowerStar™IV to overheat and could
result in data transmission failure and/or equipment damage.

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PowerStar™IV
Setting Twisted Pair Polarity Switches
There are two sets of polarity switches at the PowerStar™IV front –
one set for the left controller or host port and seven device ports and
one set for the right controller or host port and seven device ports. The
A-B switch settings reverse the polarity of the twisted pair connector
active pins.
The factory default setting is "A". The following chart shows, for various
connector/pin options, the correct A-B switch setting and compatible
TRANSITION Networks baluns.
External Polarity Compatible
Connector Pins Switch Setting TN Balun
RJ-11 3 & 4 A 3-1143
RJ-11 " B 3-1134
RJ-11 2 & 5 A 3-1152
RJ-11 " B 3-1125
RJ-45 1 & 2 A 3-4521
RJ-45 " B 3-4512
RJ-45 3 & 6 A 3-4563
RJ-45 " B 3-4536
RJ-45 4 & 5 A 3-4554
RJ-45 " B 3-4545
NOTE: Set the Link Ports polarity switch to “A”when installing twinax
cable to the host.
PowerStarIV TRANSITION
0123456 01 23456
Line Sync
Parity Error
Left Link Right Link
Polarity Setting Switch
Line Sync
Parity Error
B
ARightLeft
Polarity
Settings
Ports Link
Ports
Link
Powering the PowerStar™IV
To power ON the PowerStar™IV:
1. At PowerStar™IV back, locate the power receptacle and
associated fuse.
NOTE: Fuse must be installed at correct setting for power source
voltage before connecting to AC outlet.
2. Verify that fuse is installed at correct setting for power source
voltage.
NOTE: The installed fuse rating is indicated by the reading at
lower right corner of fuse holder.
If not installed at correct setting for power source voltage:
•Carefully open fuse receptacle, using a small flat blade
screwdriver.
•Rotate fuse holder 180°to the correct rating orientation.
•Install fuse holder in correct rating orientation.
•Close fuse receptacle.
3. Plug unit end (female) of power cord into PowerStar™IV power
receptacle.
4. Plug outlet end (male) of power cord into correct voltage AC
wall socket.
5. At PowerStar™IV front, verify that POWER LED is illuminated.
110-120
110-120
220-240
220-240
110-120 Orientation 220-240 Orientation
Fuse Holder Fuse Holder

8
PowerStar™IV
Connecting Link Cable to Host
Connect the AS/400, Sys36, or 5x94 remote controller host to
the PowerStar IV using either twisted pair, twinax or fiber cable.
NOTE: All cable lengths must be greater than 25 feet (7.6 meters).
Connecting Twisted Pair Link Cable
When installing twisted pair cable, attach a balun to the AS/400™or
S/3x twinax port, then attach the twisted pair cable between the balun
and the RJ Link connector on the PowerStar IV.
CAUTION: Do NOT use a balun to connect twisted pair cable to
twinax cable. A mid-link media change may degrade the signal and
result in data loss.
NOTE: When twisted pair cable is used, compatible baluns must be
selected according to the chart on page 4, the RJ-11 or RJ-45
connector pin settings must be configured as shown on page 8, and
the polarity switch must be set as shown on page 18.
To connect link cable to PowerStar™IV link connectors:
1. Locate or build twisted pair cables that conform to
specifications on page 23 and to conditions noted above, with
minimum length of 25 feet (7.6 meters) and with male RJ-11
or RJ-45 plug connectors installed at both cable ends.
2. Connect male RJ-11 or RJ-45 plug connector at one end of
cable to a Link port on the PowerStar™IV RJ-11 or RJ-45 jack
connector.
3. Connect balun to the twinax port on the host computer.
4. Connect male RJ-11 or RJ-45 plug connector at other end of
cable to balun installed on the host in step 3.

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PowerStar™IV
Connecting Twinax Link Cable
To connect twinax cable to PowerStar™IV SIC twinax connector:
NOTE: Twinax link connections are marked on the Slide In
Card as Right or Left. The Right twinax connection provides
signals to the Right Link terminal device connectors; the Left
twinax connection provides signals to the Left Link terminal
device connectors. If only one twinax link is installed, the
choice of selecting left or right connection is left to the
discretion of the installer.
1. Be sure that the twinax SIC is installed properly. (See page 9)
2. Locate or build twinax cables that conform to specifications
on page 24, with minimum length of 25 feet (7.6 meters) and
maximum length of 5000 feet.
3. Connect one end of twinax cable to AS/400, Sys/36, or 5x94
controller port.
4. Connect other end of twinax cable to twinax connector on
Slide In Card.
5. Optionally connect second twinax cable, using steps 3 and 4
above.

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PowerStar™IV
Connecting Fiber Link Cable
NOTE: Fiber link connections are marked on the Slide In Card as
Right or Left. The Right fiber connection provides signals to the Right
Link terminal device connectors; the Left fiber connection provides
signals to the Left Link terminal device connectors. If only one fiber
link is installed, the choice of left or right location is left to the
discretion of the installer.
To connect fiber cable to PowerStar™IV SIC fiber connector:
1. Be sure that the fiber SIC is installed properly. (See page 9.)
2. For EACH host connection:
•Locate one (1) TRANSITION Networks Twinax to Fiber
Converter (5250-CV-T-F/11).
•Locate or build 2-stranded fiber cables that conform to
specifications on page 24, with minimum length of 25
feet (7.6 meters) and maximum length of 3,000 meters
(10,000 feet), and with male TX/RX connectors at both
cable ends.
3. Install Twinax to Fiber 5250 Repeater (5250-CV-T-F/11) at
AS/400, Sys/36, or 5x94 controller port. (See Twinax to Fiber
5250 Repeater User’s Guide 7336 for direction.)
NOTE: Fiber is installed by connecting one strand of the fiber
cable from the TX connector on the 5250 Repeater to the RX
connector on the Slide In Card and by connecting the other
strand of the fiber cable from the RX connector on the 5250
Repeater to the TX connector on the Slide In Card
4. Connect fiber cable from 5250 Repeater to fiber connector on
Slide In Card.
5. Optionally connect second fiber cable from second 5250
Repeater to second fiber connector on Slide In Card, using
steps 3 and 4 above.

PowerStar™IV 11
Connecting Port Cable to Terminal Devices
NOTE: When twisted pair cable is used, compatible baluns must
be selected according to the chart on page 4, the RJ-11 or RJ-45
connector pin settings must be configured as shown on page 8,
and the polarity switch must be set as shown on page 18.
NOTE: Terminal devices must be connected ONLY to port
connectors that carry an installed link signal.
To connect twisted pair cable from PowerStar™IV ports to
terminal devices:
1. Locate or build twisted pair cables that conform to
specifications on page 23 and to conditions noted above,
with minimum length of 25 feet (7.6 meters) and with
male RJ-11 or RJ-45 plug connectors installed at both
cable ends
2. Install balun at terminal device RJ-11 or RJ-45 jack
connector.
3. Connect male RJ-11 or RJ-45 plug connector at one end of
cable to balun.
4. Connect male RJ-11 or RJ-45 plug connector at other end
of cable to PowerStar™IV RJ-11 or RJ-45 jack connector.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 until all terminal devices are installed.
4. OPERATION
The PowerStar™IV normally requires no intervention beyond
occasionally monitoring the status LEDs.
5. MAINTENANCE
WARNING: DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
open and attempt to repair the PowerStar™IV. Failure to
observe this warning could result in personal injury or
death from electrical shock.
NOTE: Failure to observe the above warning will immediately void
the warranty.
Technical Support Contact
For assistance in fault isolation and in maintaining the PowerStar™
IV, contact:
Technical Support [phone]
or your local distributor.

PowerStar™IV 12
PowerStar™IV Technical Specifications
Host Connection
IBM®S/3x (System 34, 36, 38), AS/400™Host or AS/400™Controllers
Physical Dimensions
17.0" x7.5" x1.7" (432 mm x191 mm x43 mm)
Universal Power Supply
Input Range: 85 to 265 VAC at 47 to 63 Hz. Rated at 40 watts
maximum.
AC Input:
TE PN Requirement Location
3344 120 volts, 60 hertz USA/Canada/Mexico
3344 100 volts, 50-60 hertz Japan
3347 230 volts, 50 hertz Europe
3348 240 volts, 50 hertz Australia
3349 240 volts, 50 hertz United Kingdom
MTBF:
67026 hours including power supply
203207 hours NOT including power supply
Environment
Temperature: 0-50°C (32°to 122°F )
Humidity 10-90%, non condensing
Altitude 0-10,000 feet
Warranty
Lifetime
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.
Compliance Information
UL Listed
C-UL Listed (Canada)
CISPR/EN55022 Class A
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.
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.
Copyright Restrictions
© 1996 TRANSITION Networks Inc.
All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or used in any
form or by any means –graphic, electronic, or mechanical –without written
permission from TRANSITION Networks Inc.
Trademark Notice
All registered trademarks and trademarks are the property of their respective
owners.
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.

PowerStar™IV 13
AS/400 and S/36 Cable Specifications
Twisted Pair Cable and Connector Specifications
The physical characteristics of the twisted pair cable must meet or exceed the
following:
Category 3 wire or better is required; category 5 wire is recommended. Either
shielded twisted pair (STP) or unshielded twisted pair (UTP) can be used.
Gauge 26 to 22 AWG
Attenuation Less than 11.5 dB @ 5-10 MHz
Differential Characteristic Impedance 85 -110 Ω@ 10 MHz
DO NOT USE FLAT OR “SILVER SATIN”WIRE.
Minimum Cable Distance:
Host to Product 7.6 meters (25 feet)
Product to Product 7.6 meters (25 feet)
Product to Terminal Device 7.6 meters (25 feet)
Maximum Cable Distance:
Host to Product 762 meters (2500 feet)
Product to Product 762 meters (2500 feet)
Product to Terminal Device 762 meters (2500 feet)
Connector Characteristics:
Twisted pair connection requires one active pair configured as straight through.
When using RJ-11 connectors, the
active pair can be pins 2 & 5 or pins
3 & 4.
When using RJ-45 connectors, the
active pair can be pins 1 & 2, pins 4
& 5 or pins 3 & 6.
16
Top View
of the
RJ-11 Cable
Connector
1 2 3 4 5 6 Thick lines
indicate
pairs
Thin lines
indicate
pin leads
1
6
Crossview
of the RJ-11
Cable Connector
Top
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Top View
of the
RJ-45 Cable
Connector
Thick lines
indicate
pairs
Thin lines
indicate
pin leads
1
8
Crossview
of the RJ-45
Cable Connector
Top
18
Fiber Cable and Connector Specifications
The physical characteristics of the fiber cable must meet or exceed the following:
Cable Characteristics:
Fiber Optic Cable Recommended: 62.5 / 125 µm multimode fiber
Optional: 100 / 140 µm multimode fiber
85 / 125 µm multimode fiber
50 / 125 µm multimode fiber
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: Average power: -15.0 dBm
Peak power:-12.0 dBm ±1dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: Average sensitivity: -27.4 dBm
Bit error rate: ≤10-10
Minimum Cable Distance:
Host to Product 7.6 meters (25 feet)
Product to Product 7.6 meters (25 feet)
Product to Terminal Device not applicable
Maximum Cable Distance:
Host to Product 3000 meters (10,000 feet)
Product to Product 3000 meters (10,000 feet)
Product to Terminal Device not applicable
Connector Characteristics:
ST type connectors (SMA type available upon request)
Twinax Cable and Connector Specifications
Cable Characteristics:
Twinax cable consists of conductors - one tinned and one solid copper - in a
tinned copper braid shield, with impedance of 100 ohms.
Cable Type IBM PN or equivalent
Twinax Plenum 7362061
Twinax PVC 7362211
Minimum Cable Distance:
Host to Product 7.6 meters (25 feet)
Product to Product 7.6 meters (25 feet)
Product to Terminal Device not applicable
Maximum Cable Distance:
Host to Product 1500 meters (5,000 feet)
Product to Product 1500 meters (5,000 feet)
Product to Terminal Device not applicable
Connector Characteristics:
Twinax connectors (IBM or equivalent) can be connected to twinax cable. (The
last twinax connection in a daisy-chain must be terminated.)