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Miniature Media
Converters:
Convert 10- or
100-Mbps copper ports
to fiber optic cable.
Bring fiber to the
desktop more
economically than
fiber NICs.
Compact size makes
them easy to integrate.
Autonegotiating for
speed and duplex.
Industrial MultiPower
Media Converters:
Four power options.
Convert 10-/100-Mbps
copper to duplex
or single-strand
100-Mbps fiber,
autonegotiating
for speed on the
copper side.
Single-Mode Long
versions support
distances up to
49.7 miles (80 km).
Operational from
-13 to +158° F.
Include clips for
mounting on DIN rails.
N
ow it’s easier than ever to
bring fiber to your network, no
matter if your network is spread
across a business campus, a
large industrial site, or over great
distances and/or subjected to
temperature extremes.
Choose from Miniature Media
Converters that bring fiber to the
desktop or hardened Industrial
MultiPower Media Converters
that can be powered up one of
four ways and operate in temperature extremes from -13 to +158° F
(-25 to +70° C).
Good things, small packages.
Miniature Media Converters
are easy to install (literally plugand-play), tiny enough to fit in
anywhere, and very economical.
Use them to bring fiber to the
desktop or add fiber segments to
your network to gain extra
distance—up to 43.5 miles
(70 km) with single-mode fiber.
These media converters
enable you to use fiber
almost anywhere!
Key Features
MINIATURE MEDIA CONVERTERS
INDUSTRIAL MULTIPOWER MEDIA CONVERTERS
Twice the conversion power!
A Miniature Media Converter
enables you to connect 10-Mbps
and 100-Mbps twisted-pair
network segments to fiber optic
cabling. It’s both a media and data
rate converter with 10/100 autonegotiation on the twisted-pair
port. The fiber port operates at
100 Mbps.
You can also choose Gigabit
models to link 1000BASE-TX
twisted-pair network segments to
1000BASE-LX fiber optic cabling.
All Miniature Media Converters have an HDX/FDX function for
half- and full-duplex autosensing.
Installation is easy.
Just connect a Miniature
Media Converter to the RJ-45
connector on your PC’s 10- or
100-Mbps Ethernet port using
CAT5e cable, then connect fiber
optic cable to the other side of the
media converter.
What’s more, these tiny
converters tuck unobtrusively
behind your PC.
Go the distance with fiber.
Miniature Media Converters
using multimode fiber support
distances of up to 984.2 feet
(300 m) or 1.2 miles (2 km)—
enough distance for most LAN
applications. For more extensive
campus applications, choose
Single-Mode or Single-Mode,
Single-Strand models for longdistance runs of up to 6.2, 12.4,
24.8, or 43.5 miles (10, 20, 40,
or 70 km).
Three power options.
Miniature Media Converters
can be powered one of three
ways: by an external AC power
supply included with each unit,
by an optional USB Power
Adapter Cable that plugs into a
PC’s USB port, or by an optional
rackmount PowerTray.
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T
here are many variations of
the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet spec:
10BASE2, 10BASE-T, 10BASE5,
10BASE-FL, etc. Each standard
clearly defines unique requirements for network communications using different components
and different cables. The media
converter’s job is to bridge the
gap between these various
Ethernet types.
Media converters convert the
incoming electrical signal from
one cable type and transmit it
over another type— thick coax
to Thin, UTP to fiber, and so on.
Because they operate at the
Physical Network Layer, they’re
totally transparent to network
operation. They don’t slow data
throughput, and there‘s no limit
to how many you can install.
Media converters are
primarily used for integrating
modern UTP or fiber networks
with legacy standard or Thin
Ethernet networks. Another
popular application is to use
a pair of media converters to
extend the reach of a copperbased network with fiber optic
cable. This is an easy way to
extend your network without
adding to your repeater count.
Types of media converters.
If you only need to translate
between two wiring systems
(10BASE-T to fiber, for example),
a standalone media converter
is all you need. These can be
desktop boxes or card-based
converters that plug into a PC slot
alongside a 10BASE-T card.
As your network expands,
however, you’re likely to need
to translate many cable types.
That’s when a media converter
chassis comes in handy. It multiplies the number of converter
options available for your users,
and it houses everything in one
place, so you save space.
Some chassis-based media
converters even support internal
power supplies or have space
for redundant backup power
supplies. If your installation is
growing fast, you can choose a
media converter such as one of
our FlexPoint Media Converters,
which can be used individually as
a standalone converter and then
rackmounted in a chassis when
your network expands.
Other UTP-to-fiber media
converters incorporate redundant
link functions. These smart
converters not only extend a
network across fiber, but they
switch communications to a
backup link automatically if the
primary link fails. They may even
work as Layer 2 switches, separating each link into its own
collision domain, so you get faster
throughput and better security.
Sometimes, all you want to do
is link mismatched fiber types
to extend your network. For this,
there are mode-type media
converters, which translate
signals from multimode to singlemode fiber optic signals. This way,
you can seamlessly integrate
multimode and higher-bandwidth
single-mode segments.
Take care to calculate maximum
cable lengths.
When using media converters
to join segments, you need to pay
attention to the overall length of
every cable that makes up the
circuit. That‘s because all cable
types have a maximum distance
limit specified by the IEEE, and
even though you’re mixing media,
you need to observe these limits
relative to the overall segment
length.
For example, if your central
fiber run is 3328 feet (50 percent
of the 6656-foot limit specified for
10BASE-FL), the combined length
of both UTP segments at each
end of the fiber may not exceed
164 feet, or 50 percent of the 328foot 10BASE-T limit. Otherwise,
the sum of the various cable-limit
percentages would exceed 100
percent—a condition that could
cause problems on your network.
Technically Speaking
The AC power supply is a
universal external transformer
that requires a nearby AC power
outlet. The PowerTray provides
power for up to 18 converters in
only 1.5U of rack space.
Rackmount ears are included.
More power to you.
Equipped with all the features
of the Miniature Media
Converters, the plug-and-play
Industrial MultiPower Media
Converters offer additional power
options, including support for the
IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet
(PoE) standard. Plus, Industrial
MultiPower Media Converters
are designed for use in harsh
industrial environments.
In all, there are four different
ways to power the converter: with
its AC adapter, using 5–50-VDC
terminal block power, via an
optional USB Power Adapter
Cable, or over a PoE link.
You can even use multiple
power options at the same time to
provide maximum redundancy
and ensure that your missioncritical applications remain up
and running. For instance, you
can connect a converter to power
sourcing equipment (PSE) for PoE
while also using AC adapter
power, DC terminal block power,
and USB bus power. Then, if any
one of these power sources fails,
the other sources will continue to
supply power to the converter
seamlessly.
You can also connect a PSE
switch to an uninterruptible
power supply to ensure that the
switch and each connected
media converter always have
power.
The converters come with DIN
clips, so you can attach them to a
DIN rail. When installing multiple
Industrial MultiPower Media
Converters on a DIN rail, use one
DC input source, then cascade
from one DC block to the next
until you reach the maximum
current available.
Recognize any of these
situations?
• You wait more than 30
minutes to get through to a
vendor’s tech support.
• The so-called “tech” can’t
help you or gives you the
wrong answer.
• You don’t have a purchase
order number and the tech
refuses to help you.
• It’s 9 p. m. and you need help,
but your vendor’s tech
support line is closed.
According to a survey by Data
Communications magazine, 90%
of network managers surveyed
say that getting the technical
support they need is extremely
important when choosing a
vendor. But even though network
managers pay anywhere from 10
to 20% of their overall purchase
price for a basic service and
support contract, the technical
support and service they receive
falls far short of their
expectations—and certainly isn’t
worth what they paid.
At Black Box, we guarantee
the best value and the best
support. You can even consult our
Technical Support Experts before
you buy if you need help selecting
just the right component for your
application.
Don’t waste time and
money—call Black Box today.
Why Buy From Black Box? Exceptional
Value. Exceptional Tech Support. Period.
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Extend up to 43.5 miles (70 km) with single-mode cable.
PCs with 10- or 100-Mbps
copper Ethernet ports
Miniature Media
Converter
(LGC013A)
Miniature
Media Converter
(LGC013A)
CAT5
Cable
CAT5
Cable
CAT5
Cable
CAT5
Cable
Duplex Single-Mode
Fiber Optic Cable, up to
43.5 miles (70 km)
Duplex Single-Mode
Fiber Optic Cable, up to
43.5 miles (70 km)
Miniature
Media Converter
(LGC013A)
Miniature
Media Converter
(LGC013A)
16-Port Pure
Networking
™
10/100
Ethernet Switch
(LB8516A)
Miniature Media Converters extend your 10/100BASE-T network beyond the
328-foot (100-m) limit—perfect for connecting remote workstations.
Cable Requirements:
Twisted pair: CAT5 or above
shielded or unshielded;
Multimode fiber: 50/125- or
62.5/125-µm duplex;
Single-mode fiber: 9/125-µm
duplex or single-strand
Distance (Maximum):
Twisted pair: 328 ft. (100 m);
Multimode duplex fiber:
984.2 ft. (300 m) or 1.2 mi.
(2 km);
Single-mode duplex fiber:
6.2, 24.8, or 43.5 mi. (10, 40,
or 70 km);
Single-mode single-strand fiber:
12.4 or 24.8 mi. (20 or 40 km)
Operating Environment:
Temperature: 32 to 104° F
(0 to 40° C);
Humidity: 5 to 95%,
noncondensing
Standards: IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T;
IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX;
IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-FX
Connectors: LHC013A, LHC036A:
(1) RJ-45, (1) pair of ST
®
;
LHC014A– LHC015A, LGC010A–
LGC013A: (1) RJ-45, (1) pair
of SC;
LHC028A–LHC031A, LGC014A–
LGC017A: (1) RJ-45, (1) SC
Indicators: LEDs:
Per twisted-pair port: (1) TX
Link/ACT, (1) FX Link/ACT;
Per fiber port: (1) XMT, (1) RCV
Power: From the included external
100–240-VAC, 50– 60-Hz
adapter;
Via USB Power Adapter Cable
(LHC021A) connected to a
computer’s USB port;
From the PowerTray with a
100–240-VAC, 50– 60-Hz
(LHC018-AC) or -48-VDC
(LHC018A-DC) power supply
Size: Media Converters: 0.8"H x
1.8"W x 3.4"D (2 x 4.6 x 8.6 cm);
PowerTrays: 2.3"H x 16.9"W x
9.2"D (5.8 x 42.9 x 23.4 cm)
Miniature Media Converters
Specifications
Cable Requirements:
Twisted pair: CAT5 or above,
shielded or unshielded;
Multimode fiber: 50/125- or
62.5/125-µm duplex;
Single-mode fiber: 9/125-µm
duplex or single-strand
Mounting: With included DIN clip
on DIN-35 rails
Operating Environment:
Temperature:
Using AC adapter:
32 to 122° F (0 to 50° C);
Using other available power
sources: -13 to +158° F
(-25 to +70° C);
Humidity: 5 to 95%,
noncondensing
Switching Engine: Store and
forward; autonegotiating;
broadcast storm protection;
supports oversized packets
up to 1916 bytes
Connectors: All: (1) RJ-45, with
autocross for MDI-II/MDI-X;
LIC022A, LIC024A, LIC026A:
also have (1) pair of ST;
LIC023A, LIC025A, LIC027A:
also have (1) pair of SC;
LIC052A– LIC057A: also have
(1) SC
Power: From the included external
100–240-VAC, 50–60-Hz
adapter;
Via the terminal block: 5 to 50 VDC;
Via the USB Power Adapter
Cable (LHC021A) connected to
a computer’s USB port;
From a PSE over a Power over
Ethernet link
Size: 0.8"H x 1.8"W x 3.4"D
(2 x 4.6 x 8.6 cm)
Industrial MultiPower
Media Converters Specifications
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Ordering Information
ITEM CODE
Miniature Media Converters
10-/100-Mbps Copper to 100-Mbps Duplex Fiber
Multimode, 1300-nm, 2 km
ST
®
....................................................................LHC013A
SC......................................................................LHC014A
Single-Mode, 1310-nm, 40 km
ST......................................................................LHC036A
SC......................................................................LHC015A
1000-Mbps Copper to 1000-Mbps Duplex Fiber
Multimode, 850-nm, 300 m
SC......................................................................LGC010A
Single-Mode, 1310-nm, 10 km
SC......................................................................LGC011A
Single-Mode, 1310-nm, 40 km
SC......................................................................LGC012A
Single-Mode, 1550-nm, 70 km
SC......................................................................LGC013A
10-/100-Mbps Copper to 100-Mbps Single-Strand Fiber
Single-Mode, 1310-nm TX/1550-nm RX, 20 km
SC......................................................................LHC028A
Single-Mode, 1550-nm TX/1310-nm RX, 20 km
SC......................................................................LHC029A
Single-Mode, 1310-nm TX/1550-nm RX, 40 km
SC......................................................................LHC030A
Single-Mode, 1550-nm TX/1310-nm RX, 40 km
SC......................................................................LHC031A
1000-Mbps Copper to 1000-Mbps Single-Strand Fiber
Single-Mode, 1310-nm TX/1550-nm RX, 10 km
SC......................................................................LGC014A
Single-Mode, 1550-nm TX/1310-nm RX, 10 km
SC......................................................................LGC015A
Single-Mode, 1310-nm TX/1550-nm RX, 40 km
SC......................................................................LGC016A
Single-Mode, 1550-nm TX/1310-nm RX, 40 km
SC......................................................................LGC017A
T
o replace a Miniature Media Converter’s power
supply, order…
Spare Power Supply with US and European
Adapter Plugs ....................................................LHC020A
UK Adapter Plug for Miniature Media Converter
Power Supply .............................................LHC022A-UK
Australian Adapter Plug for Miniature Media
Converter Power Supply .........................LHC023A-AU
T
o rackmount Miniature Media Converters, order…
PowerTray, 18-Slot
with AC Power............................................LHC018A-AC
with DC Power............................................LHC018A-DC
Ordering Information
ITEM CODE
T
o power a single media converter via your computer’s
USB port, order…
USB Power Adapter Cable.................................LHC021A
For optimum performance and a 20% savings, order…
GigaBase®350 CAT5e Patch Cable, 4-Pair, Straight-
Pinned, PVC, 10-ft. (3.0-m) ....................EVNSL85-0010
Premium Ceramic, Multimode 62.5-Micron
Fiber Optic Patch Cable, Duplex, Riser, ST–ST,
Custom Lengths........................................EFN110-STST
Single-Mode Duplex Fiber Optic Cable, PVC, SC–SC,
Custom Lengths .................................................EFN5010
Ordering Information
ITEM CODE
Industrial MultiPower Media Converters,
10-/100-Mbps Copper to 100-Mbps Fiber
for Duplex Fiber
Multimode, 1300-nm, 2 km
ST........................................................................LIC022A
SC .......................................................................LIC023A
Single-Mode, 1310-nm, 40 km
ST........................................................................LIC024A
SC .......................................................................LIC025A
Single-Mode Long, 1310-nm, 80 km
ST........................................................................LIC026A
SC .......................................................................LIC027A
for Single-Strand Fiber
Single-Mode, 1310 TX/1550 RX, 20 km
SC .......................................................................LIC052A
Single-Mode, 1550 TX/1310 RX, 20 km
SC .......................................................................LIC053A
Single-Mode, 1310 TX/1550 RX, 40 km
SC .......................................................................LIC054A
Single-Mode, 1550 TX/1310 RX, 40 km
SC .......................................................................LIC055A
Single-Mode, 1310 TX/1550 RX, 60 km
SC .......................................................................LIC056A
Single-Mode, 1550 TX/1310 RX, 60 km
SC .......................................................................LIC057A
NOTE: All Single-Strand Miniature Media Converters and Industrial
MultiPower Media Converters must be used in matched pairs.
For example, if you order an LIC052A for one end of your 20-km link,
you must order an LIC053A on the other end of the link.
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