AT-LMC100SC AT-LMC100ST Fast Ethernet Media Converters Installation Guide PN 613-50452-00 Rev B
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Electrical Safety and Emission Compliance Standards: This product meets the following standards. U.S. Federal Communications Commission Declaration Of Conformity Manufacturer Name: Manufacturer Address: Allied Telesyn, Inc.
Electrical Safety and Emission Compliance Industry Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. RFI Emission EN55022 Class B 1 Immunity EN55024 2 Warning: This product requires shielded cables to comply with emission and immunity standards.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Importante: O Anexo A contém advertências de segurança traduzidas para instalar este equipamento. Quando vir o símbolo , leia a advertência de segurança traduzida no seu idioma no Anexo A. Importante: El Apéndice A contiene mensajes de seguridad traducidos para la instalación de este equipo. Cuando vea el símbolo , vaya al Apéndice A para ver el mensaje de seguridad traducido a su idioma.
Table of Contents Electrical Safety and Emission Compliance............................................iii Table of Contents .......................................................................................... vii Welcome to Allied Telesyn ........................................................................... ix Where to Find Web-based Guides .................................................................... ix Document Conventions ..............................................................
Appendix A Technical Specifications ............................................................................. 17 Physical ............................................................................................................. 17 Environmental .................................................................................................. 17 Electrical Rating ............................................................................................... 17 Agency Certifications...................
Welcome to Allied Telesyn This guide contains instructions on how to install an AT-LMC100SC or an AT-LMC100ST Fast Ethernet Media Converter. Where to Find Web-based Guides The Allied Telesyn web site at www.alliedtelesyn.com offers you an easy way to access the most recent documentation, software, and technical information for all of our products. For product guides, select “Support & Services” from our web site.
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Chapter 1 Overview The AT-LMC100 Series Ethernet Media Converters include the following models: ❑ AT-LMC100SC ❑ AT-LMC100ST The AT-LMC100 Series Ethernet Media Converters are designed to extend the distance of your network by interconnecting LAN devices that are physically separated by long distances. These media converters have the functionality to connect any managed/unmanaged 100Mbps switch or hub using standard 100Base-TX RJ-45 connections and convert the signal to 100Base-FX fiber.
Overview CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM TX RX 100Base-FX 100Base-TX LNK LNK MDI PWR ACT ACT MDI-X AT-LMC100ST FAST ETHERNET MEDIA CONVERTER Figure 2 AT-LMC100ST Converter - Front Panel Figure 3 displays the rear panel of the AT-LMC100 Series Media Converters. 12 V D C Figure 3 AT-LMC100 Series Converters - Rear Panel Table 1 lists the maximum operating distances for the media converters.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Key Features The media converters have the following key features: ❑ LEDs for unit and port status ❑ MDI/MDI-X selector switch on RJ-45 port ❑ Automatic half- or full-duplex mode operation with 100Base-TX or 100Base-FX fiber optic port ❑ Maximum transmission distance of fiber connection is 2 kilometers at full-duplex mode ❑ External AC/DC power adapter ❑ Standard size for use in an AT-MCR12 chassis Status LEDs Table 2 defines the media converter’s
Overview Note After using the MDI/MDI-X switch to change between the two settings, you must reset the media converter by powering OFF then powering ON the unit. External AC/DC Power Adapter An external AC/DC power adapter is included with the media converter for standalone operation. The power adapter supplies 12VDC to the media converter. Allied Telesyn supplies an approved safety compliant AC power adapter for the 120 or 240V AC versions with an unregulated output of 12VDC at 1 A.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Network Topologies The AT-LMC100 Series Media Converters can be used in two different types of topologies: standalone and back-to-back. Both topologies are described below. Standalone Topology Figure 4 illustrates a standalone topology where two AT-8224XL switches have been interconnected with an AT-LMC100SC media converter. 100 m (32.
Back-to-Back Topology Figure 5 illustrates two media converters in a back-to-back configuration. AT-8224XL AT-LMC100SC PORT ACTIVITY RS-232 TERMINAL PORT STATUS 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX TX CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX SWITCH FAST ETHERNET RX 100Base-FX 100Base-TX LNK LNK MDI PWR ACT ACT MDI-X AT-LMC100SC FAST ETHERNET MEDIA CONVERTER 100 m (328 ft) 2 km (1.
Chapter 2 Installing the Media Converter Verifying the Package Contents Make sure the following items are included in your package. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesyn sales representative for assistance.
Installing the Media Converter Table 4 100Base-FX Fiber Optic Port Specifications (Full-duplex) Model Type of Fiber Optic Cable Maximum Operating Distance Maximum Allowable Loss Budget AT-LMC100SC 50/125 micron MMF 2 km (1.2 mi) 13 dB at 1310 nm and 62.5/125 micron MMF 2 km (1.2 mi) 13 dB at 1310 nm AT-LMC100ST Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety guidelines before installing the media converter. Warning Class 1 laser product.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Installing the Media Converter The following procedure explains how to install an AT-LMC100SC or an AT-LMC100ST Media Converter. To install the media converter, perform the following procedure: 1. Remove all equipment from the package and store the packaging material in a safe place. Note Do not remove the dust cover from the fiber optic port until you are ready to connect the fiber optic cable.
Installing the Media Converter DC Receptacle Power Plug 12 V D C AC/DC Power Adapter Back of Media Converter DC Polarity Symbols Figure 7 12VDC Connector on Rear Panel 6. Verify that the PWR LED is green. If the LED is OFF, refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 13. 7. Remove the dust cover from the fiber optic connector and connect the cable to the fiber optic port.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Warranty Registration When you finish installing the product, you should register your product by completing the enclosed warranty card and sending it in.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guidelines Follow the guidelines below to test and troubleshoot the installation in the event a problem occurs. If the PWR LED is OFF, do the following: ❑ If the unit is installed on a desktop, check to be sure that the power adapter is securely connected to a power outlet and that the power adapter cable is securely connected to the back of the media converter. ❑ If the unit is installed in an AT-MCR12 chassis, check that the unit is fully seated in the slot.
Troubleshooting If the LNK LED for the fiber optic port is OFF, do the following: ❑ Verify that then end-node connected to the port is ON and is operating properly. ❑ Check that the fiber optic cable is securely connected to the fiber optic port on the media converter and on the end-node. ❑ Verify that the end-nodes connected to the media converter are operating at the same speed. Both must be operating at 100 Mbps.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Loopback Test To check hardware reliability of the media converter, perform the following procedure: 1. Power OFF the media converter by unplugging the power adapter from the wall outlet and from the back of the unit. 2. Connect the RJ-45 twisted pair port to a 100Base port on the end-node and power ON the end-node. 3.
Appendix A Technical Specifications Physical Dimensions: WxDxH 10.5 cm x 9.5 cm x 2.5 cm (4.125 in x 3.75 in x 1.0 in) Weight: 0.27 kg (0.
Technical Specifications Fiber Optic Port Specifications Table 5 through Table 7 list the specifications for the 100Base-FX fiber optic port. Table 5 Fiber Optic Transmitter Model AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Fiber Type1 Fiber Optic Diameter (microns) Optical Wavelength Launch Power (dBm)2 Max. Avg. Min. MMF 50/125 1310 nm -14.0 -20.3 -22.5 MMF 62.5/125 1310 nm -14.0 -16.8 -19.0 1. MMF = Multi-mode Fiber 2. The launch power is measured at one meter from the transmitter.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Table 7 Fiber Optic Datalink Model Fiber Type1 Minimum Power / Link Budget Average Signal Loss Minimum Distance Spec.2 Maximum Distance Spec. AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST 50/125 MMF 13.00 dB 18.70 dB 0 2 km (1.2 mi) 62.5/125 MMF 16.80 dB 22.50 dB 0 2 km (1.2 mi) 1. MMF = Multi-mode Fiber 2. The recommended minimum range is stated in all cases where the maximum transmitter output power exceeds the receivers saturation level.
Appendix B Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Important: This appendix contains multiple-language translations for the safety statements in this guide. Wichtig: Dieser Anhang enthält Übersetzungen der in diesem Handbuch enthaltenen Sicherheitshinweise in mehreren Sprachen. Vigtigt: Dette tillæg indeholder oversættelser i flere sprog af sikkerhedsadvarslerne i denne håndbog. Belangrijk: Deze appendix bevat vertalingen in meerdere talen van de veiligheidsopmerkingen in deze gids.
Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Standards: This product meets the following standards. U.S. Federal Communications Commission Declaration Of Conformity Manufacturer Name: Manufacturer Address: Allied Telesyn, Inc.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide 1 RFI Emission EN55022 Class B 2 Immunity EN55024 3 Warning: This product requires shielded cables to comply with emission and immunity standards. If it is used with unshielded cables, the user may be required to take measures to correct the interference problem at their own expense. 4 Electrical Safety EN60950 (TUV), UL1950 (cULus) Safety 5 Laser 6 Warning: Class 1 Laser product. 7 Warning: Do not stare into the Laser beam.
Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Normen: Dieses Produkt erfüllt die Anforderungen der nachfolgenden Normen. 1 Hochfrequenzstörung EN55022 Klasse B 2 Störsicherheit EN55024 3 Achtung: Für dieses Produkt sind abgeschirmte Kabel erforderlich, damit den Richtlinien für Emission und Interferenzschutz entsprochen wird.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Standarder: Dette produkt tilfredsstiller de følgende standarder. 1 Radiofrekvens forstyrrelsesemissionEN55022 Klasse B 2 Immunitet 3 Advarsel: Dette produkt skal bruges med afskærmede kabler for at overholde bestemmelserne vedrørende udstråling og støjimmunitet. Hvis det bruges med uafskærmede kabler, kan det blive påkrævet af brugeren at korrigere interferensproblemer for egen regning. 4 Elektrisk sikkerhed.
Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Eisen: Dit product voldoet aan de volgende eisen. 1 RFI Emissie EN55022 Klasse B 2 Immuniteit EN55024 3 Waarschuwing: Om te voldoen aan de emissie- en immuniteitsnormen dient dit apparaat te zijn voorzien van afgeschermde kabels. Als het met niet-afgeschermde kabels wordt gebruikt, kan het zijn dat de gebruiker maatregelen moet treffen om interferentieproblemen voor eigen rekening op te lossen.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Normes: ce produit est conforme aux normes de suivantes. 1 Emission d'interférences radioélectriques EN55022 Classe B 2 Immunité EN55024 3 Avertissement: Il faut utiliser des câbles blindés pour ce produit afin de respecter les normes d’émission et d’immunité.
Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Standardit: Tämä tuote on seuraavien standardien mukainen. 1 Radioaaltojen häirintä EN55022 Luokka B 2 Kestävyys EN55024 3 Varoitus: Tämä tuote vaatii suojattuja kaapeleita toimiakseen emissio- ja häiriönsietostandardien mukaisesti. Jostuotetta käytetään ilman suojattuja kaapeleita, käyttäjä voi joutua korjaamaan häirinnän aiheuttaman ongelman omallakustannuksellaan.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Standard: Questo prodotto è conforme ai seguenti standard. 1 Emissione RFI (interferenza di radiofrequenza) EN55022 Classe B 2 Immunità EN55024 3 Avvertenza: questo prodotto, se utilizzato con cavi schermati, è conforme alle norme sulle emissioni e sull’immunità. In caso di uso senza cavi schermati, l’utente può dover adottare a proprie spese misure correttive contro le interferenze.
Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Sikkerhetsnormer: Dette produktet tilfredsstiller følgende sikkerhetsnormer. 1 RFI stråling EN55022 Klasse B 2 Immunitet EN55024 3 Advarsel: Dette produktet må brukes med vernede kabler for å tilfredsstille emisjons- og fritakelsesstandarder. Dersom produktet brukes med uvernede kabler, må brukeren muligens rette forstyrrelsesproblemene for egen regning.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Padrões: Este produto atende aos seguintes padrões. 1 Emissão De Interferência De Radiofrequência EN55022 Classe B 2 Imunidade EN55024 3 Advertência: Este produto requer a utilização de cabos blindados para cumprimento dos standards de limites de emissão e imunidade. Se o produto for utilizado com cabos não blindados, o utilizador poderá necessitar de tomar medidas para correcção de problemas de interferência, por sua própria conta.
Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Estándares: Este producto cumple con los siguientes estándares. 1 Emisión RFI EN55022 Clase B 2 Inmunidad EN55024 3 Advertencia: Este producto exige cables protectores para ajustarse a las normas de emisión e inmunidad. Si se utiliza con cables sin protección, el usuario tendrá que correr con los gastos por las medidas a tomar en caso de problemas de interferencias.
AT-LMC100SC and AT-LMC100ST Installation Guide Standarder: Denna produkt uppfyller följande standarder. 1 Radiostörning EN55022 Klass B 2 Immunitet EN55024 3 Varning! Denna produkt kräver skärmade kablar för att uppfylla standardkraven för emission och immunitet. Om den används med oskärmade kablar kan användaren vara tvungen att vidta åtgärder på egen bekostnad för att åtgärda störningsproblemet.
