Omnitron Systems Technology iConverter T1/E1 Standalone Module User Manual
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iConverter
®
T1/E1 Standalone Module USER MANUAL
The
iConverter
T1/E1 media converter provides standard T1 (1.544Mbps) or E1
(2.048Mbps) copper to fiber conversion and can be used to extend the demarcation
point between service provider and networking equipment. T1/E1 media converters
operate in pairs, extending distances over fiber, which improves noise immunity, quality
of service, intrusion protection and
network security.
The T1/E1 supports Small Form
Pluggable (SFP) transceivers,
enabling adaptability to different fiber
types, distances and wavelengths,
providing maximum flexibility across
a variety of network architectures and
topologies.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1) Configure DIP-Switches
2) Install Standalone Module and Connect Cables
3) Verify Operation
1) CONFIGURE DIP-SWITCHES
FRONT PANEL DIP-SWITCHES
SW1 - LOCAL DUAL LOOP-BACK “LOOP”
When this DIP-switch is set to the “Loop” position, it sets the
iConverter
T1/E1 converter
to a dual loop-back mode (see Figure
B) on both the fiber and copper
connections. By returning the DIP-
switch to the “Norm” position, the unit
resumes normal operation.
SW2 - FIBER OPTIC TEST “FOT”
This DIP-switch will allow the entire
fiber segment to be tested at either
of the
iConverter
T1/E1 converters
without having to set DIP-switches
on both units. When this DIP-switch
is set to “FOT”, the local unit (the unit
with the DIP-switch in the “FOT”
position) is switched into local loop-
back mode. In addition to the local loop-back mode of operation, the fiber TX port is
further encoded to carry a remote loop-back protocol. This remote loop-back protocol
sets the remote unit at the other end of the fiber link to a remote loop-back mode of
operation and returns a signal to the local unit (see Figure C). A fast blinking “Tst” LED
on the local unit and a slow blinking “Tst” LED on the remote unit shows confirmation
that the fiber segment is communicating properly between devices. By returning the
DIP-switch to the “Norm” position, the units resumes normal operation.
c. Connect to the RJ-45/48 connector on the
iConverter
T1/E1 converter via a Category 3
or better cable (Category 5 is recommended), and attach the other end to the network
equipment.
d. Connect an appropriate multimode or single-mode fiber cable to the fiber port of
the installed module. It is important to ensure that the transmit (TX) is attached to
the receive side of the device at the other end and the receive (RX) is attached to
the transmit side. Single-fiber (SF) media converter models operate in pairs. The
TX wavelength must match the RX wavelength at the other end and the RX
wavelength must match the TX wavelength at the other end.
CABLE SPECIFICATIONS:
UTP Cable for T1 and E1
Gauge
22 to 24 AWG
Impedance
100 ohms +/- 10%
Impedance Characteristic
2.6dB/100M @ 1Mhz
Maximum Distance
T1 6,000 ft E1 8,000 ft
3) VERIFY OPERATION
Once the module has been installed and configured per steps 1 and 2, verify the
module is operational by viewing the LED indicators.
The Power LED indicates the module is receiving power.
The Fiber Optic link LED indicates the fiber optic connection has been established.
The UTP LED indicates a T1/E1 signal has been detected.
If the Fiber Optic LED is blinking, the port is receiving an all 1s signal. This will occur
if the UTP port is not connected.
LED Function
"Legend"
Color
OFF State
ON State
Power
"Pwr"
Amber
No power
Module has power
Fiber Optics
"F/O Lk"
Green
No Fiber Link
On: Fiber signal detected
Blinking: All ones received
Test
"Tst"
Green
Normal
On: Loop or All ones Test Mode
Blinking: FOT Received - Local
Fast Blinking: FOT Received - Remote
UTP
"UTP Lk"
Green
No UTP Link
On: UTP signal detected
Blinking: All ones received
Form 040-08700-001 J 7/08
Omnitron Systems Technology * 140 Technology Dr. #500 * Irvine, CA 92618
949.250.6510 tel * 949.250.6514 fax * www.omnitron-systems.com
Figure A: DIP-Switch Location