1.3 Compatible Fiber SFP Modules for Use with LMC280A, LGC280A ................................................................................................... 10
2. OVERVIE W .................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.2 Features .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
2.3 Available Models .................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.4 What’s Included ......................................................................................................................................................................................12
3.1 Power Connection Guide (LMC280A, LMC281A, LMC282A) ............................................................................................................. 17
3.2 Power Connection Guide (LGC280A, LGC281A, LGC282A) ............................................................................................................ ...17
3.3 10/100BASE-TX or 1000BASE-T Ethernet Port Connections .............................................................................................................18
3.3.1 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet Port Connections .............................................................................................................................................. 18
3.3.2 1000BASE-T Ethernet Port Connections .................................................................................................................................................... 18
3.3.4 RJ-45 (8-pin) to RJ-45 (8-pin) Crossover Cable Wiring ..........................................................................................................................19
3.4 100BASE-FX or 1000BASE-SX/LX Ethernet Port Connections .........................................................................................................20
3.4.1 SC Port to SC Port Cable Wiring ...................................................................................................................................................................20
3.4.2 ST Port to ST Port Cable Wiring ...................................................................................................................................................................20
3.4.3 LC Port to LC Port Cable Wiring ....................................................................................................................................................................20
3.5 Setting the DIP Switches ............................................................................................................ ...........................................................21
3.5.1 Link Fault Protection (LFP) DIP Switch on LMC280A, LMC281A, and LMC282A .............................................................................. 21
3.5.2 Relay Function DIP Switch on LGC280A, LGC281A, LGC282A .............................................................................................................. 21
4. I NSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................................................ 22
4.1 DIN Rail Mounting .................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
A.2 CE ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 27
A.4 NOM Statement .....................................................................................................................................................................................28
B.2 Trademarks Used in this Manual ............................................................................................................ ..............................................29
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STEP 1: CHECK THE PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before installation, make sure you have all of the package contents available.
Package Contents
(1) Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Industrial Media Converter unit
(1) Fiber SFP module (required for LMC280A and LGC280A models only)
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STEP 2: DIN RAIL MOUNTING
NOTE: The DIN rail kit is already installed on the media converter.
STEP 3: WALLMOUNTING
1. Screw the two pieces of the wallmount kit onto both sides of the media converter. A total of eight screws are required, as shown
below.
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FIGURE Q-1. ATTACHING THE WALLMOUNT BRACKETS
2. Use the media converter, with wallmount plates attached, as a guide to mark the correct locations of the four screws.
3. Insert four screw heads through the large parts of the keyhole-shaped apertures, and then slide the media converter downwards.
Tighten the four screws for added stability.
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STEP 4: NETWORK CONNECTION
The device has a standard Ethernet port. According to the link type, the device uses CAT3, 4, 5, 5e UTP cables to connect to any
other network devices (PCs, servers, switches, routers, or hubs).
STEP 5: DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
Set the DIP switches as described in the tables shown next.
LFP (LINK FAULT PROTECTION) DIP SWITCH ON THE LMC280A, LMC281A, LMC282A
RELAY FUNCTION DIP SWITCH ON THE LGC280A, LGC281A, LGC282A
TABLE Q-2. RELAY FUNCTION DIP SWITCH
NUMBERPOSITIONDESCRIPTION
1, 2OFFRelay function disable
1ONPWR-1 failure, relay enable
2ONPWR-2 failure, relay enable
1, 2ONPWR-1 or PWR-2 failure, relay enable
STEP 6: TERMINAL BLOCK WIRING
The media converter supports dual redundant power supplies (not included) connected via the 4- or 6-pin terminal block.
NOTE: To order a suitable power supply, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com
STEP 5A: Insert the negative/positive wires into the V-/V+ terminals, respectively.
STEP 5B: To keep the DC wires from pulling loose, use a small flat-blade screwdriver to tighten the wire-clamp screws
on the front of the terminal block connector.
10/100B A S E-TX RJ-45 PORT LEDGreen for port Link/Act:
ON: Link up;
Blinking: Acting;
OFF: Link down;
Amber for 100 Mbps/10 Mbps indicator:
ON: Link at 100 Mbps;
OFF: Link at 10 Mbps
Green for port duplex indicator:
ON: Full-Duplex;
OFF: Half-Duplex
100BASE-FX FIBER PORT LEDGreen for fiber port Link/Act:
ON: Link up;
Flash: Acting;
OFF: Link down;
Green for fiber port duplex indicator:
ON: Full-Duplex;
OFF: Half-Duplex
LFP STATUS LEDAmber LED:
ON: LFP function fail;
OFF: LFP function disable
POWER
INPUT POWERDual 12–48 VDC power input at 4-pin terminal block
POWER CONSUMPTION (TYP.)2.2 Watts
OVERLOAD CURRENT PROTECTIONPresent
REVERSE POLARITY PROTECTIONPresent on terminal block
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
ENCLOSUREIP-30
DIMENSIONS3.74" H x 1.03" W x 2.76" D (9.5 x 2.6 x 7.0 cm)
WEIGHTLMC280A: 0.47 lb. (213 g);
LMC281A, LMC282A: 0.48 lb. (218 g)
ENVIRONMENTAL
STORAGE TEMPERATURE-40 to +185 F (-40 to +85°C)
OPERATING TEMPERATURE-40 to +158°F (-40 to +70° C)
1.3 COMPATIBLE FIBER SFP MODULES FOR USE WITH LMC280A, LGC280A
See the table below.
TABLE 1-3. COMPATIBLE FIBER SFP MODULES FOR USE WITH LMC280A, LGC280A
PART NUMBERDESCRIPTIONDISTANCE
100-MBPS CONNECTIONS (FOR USE WITH LMC280A)
LFP401SFP/155 Extended Diagnostics, 850-nm, Multimode, LC2 km
LFP402SFP/155 Extended Diagnostics, 1310-nm, Multimode, LC2 km
LFP403SFP/155 Extended Diagnostics, 1310-nm, Single-mode, LC30 km
LFP404SFP/155 Extended Diagnostics, 1310-nm, Single-mode, LC60 km
1-GBPS CONNECTIONS (FOR USE WITH LGC280A)
LFP411SFP 1250-Mbps, 850 -nm Multimode Fiber, LC550 m
LFP412SFP 1250-Mbps, 1310-nm Multimode Fiber, LC2 km
LFP413SFP 1250-Mbps, 1310-nm Single-mode Fiber, LC10 km
LFP414SFP 1250-Mbps, 1310-nm Single-mode Fiber, LC40 km
LFP418SFP 1250, Extended Diagnostics, 1550-nm Single-mode Fiber, LC80 km
LFP420SFP 1250-Mbps, 1550-nm TX, 1310-nm RX, Single -Mode Fiber, Simplex LC10 km
LFP421SFP 1250-Mbps, 1310-nm TX, 1550-nm RX, Single -Mode Fiber, Simplex LC10 km
NOTE: Black Box media converters will also support generic SFP modules.
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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.1 INTRODUCTION
The Fast Ethernet Industrial Media Converters convert a 10/100BASE-T(X) interface to a 100BASE-FX interface to allow you to extend
communication distance using optical fiber. The Gigabit Ethernet Industrial Media Converters convert a 10/100/1000BASE-T(X)
interface to a 1000BASE-FX interface.
Both the Fast Etherent and Gigabit Ethernet Media Converters are encased in a rigid IP-30 housing and have a wide operating
temperature range from -40 to 158° F (-40 to 70° C) for use in harsh industrial environments. The converters have dual power inputs,
each accepting a wide voltage range from 12 to 48 VDC.
The Fast Ethernet models also support the LFP (Link Fault Pass-through) feature. When one side of the link fails, the other side
continues transmitting packets. Use the DIP switch to enable the LFP function.
The Gigabit Ethernet models support the Relay Output Enable/Disable function via a DIP switch.
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2.2 FEATURES
Fast Ethernet models support one 10/100BASE-T(X) auto-negotiation and auto-MDI/MDI-X port
Gigabit models support one 10/100/1000BASE-T(X) auto-negotiation and auto-MDI/MDI-X port
Fast Ethernet models provide one 100BASE-X multimode/single-mode or SFP port
Gigabit models provide one 1000BASE-X multimode/single-mode or SFP port
All models support Ethernet to fiber or Ethernet to SFP port
Fast Ethernet models offer LFP (Link Fault Pass-through) function via a DIP switch
All models operate in full/half duplex mode
All models use store-and-forward transmission
All have highly reliable rigid IP-30 housing
All mount on a DIN-Rail or wall
Gigabit models support jumbo frame up to 10240 bytes
Gigabit models have a relay output to carry capacity of 1 A at 24 VDC
2.3 AVAILABLE MODELS
Six models are available:
Fast Ethernet Industrial Media Converter SFP (LMC280A)
Fast Ethernet Industrial Media Converter MM SC (LMC281A)
Fast Ethernet Industrial Media Converter SM SC (LMC282A)
Gigabit Ethernet Industrial Media Converter SFP (LGC280A)
Gigabit Ethernet Industrial Media Converter MM SC (LGC281A)
Gigabit Ethernet Industrial Media Converter SM SC (LGC282A)
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2.4 WHAT’S INCLUDED
Package Contents
(1) Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Industrial Media Converter unit
3.5.2 RELAY FUNCTION DIP SWITCH ON THE LGC280A, LGC281A, LGC282A
TABLE 3-6. RELAY FUNCTION DIP SWITCH
NUMBERPOSITIONDESCRIPTION
1, 2OFFRelay function disable
1ONPWR-1 failure, relay enable
2ONPWR-2 failure, relay enable
1, 2ONPWR-1 or PWR-2 failure, relay enable
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CH APTER 4: INSTALL ATION
4.1 DIN RAIL MOUNTING
NOTE: The DIN rail kit is already installed on the media converter.
4.2 WALLMOUNTING
1. Screw the two pieces of the wallmount kit onto both sides of the media converter. A total of eight screws are required, as shown
below.
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FIGURE 4-1. INSTALLING THE WALLMOUNT BRACKETS ON THE MEDIA CONVERTER
2. Use the media converter, with wallmount plates attached, as a guide to mark the correct locations of the four screws.
3. Insert four screw heads through the large parts of the keyhole-shaped apertures, and then slide the media converter
downwards. Tighten the four screws for added stability.
4.3 NETWORK CONNECTION
The device has a standard Ethernet port. According to the link type, the device uses CAT3, 4, 5, 5e UTP cables to connect to any
other network devices (PCs, servers, switches, routers, or hubs).
4.4 TERMINAL BLOCK WIRING
The media converter supports dual redundant power supplies (not included) connected via the 4- or 6-pin terminal block.
NOTE: To order a suitable power supply, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com
STEP 5A: Insert the negative/positive wires into the V-/V+ terminals, respectively.
STEP 5B: To keep the DC wires from pulling loose, use a small flat-blade screwdriver to tighten the wire-clamp screws
on the front of the terminal block connector.
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5.1 LMC280A, LMC281A, LMC282A LINK FAULT PASSTHROUGH (LFP) APPLICATION
The Fast Ethernet media converters support the Link Fault Passthrough (LFP) function. If one side of the link fails, the other side
continues transmitting packets. An application diagram for this feature is shown below.
Normal Status
Link up
Client
Break
Server
Link up
One line broken and N/A LFP function: Server always answers
Link up
Link up
Link up
X
Client
Server
One line broken and LFP function enabled: Server can detect warning event
A point-to-point application is shown in the illustration below.
PC
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PLC
Fiber for long-distance
Media Converter
FIGURE 5-2. POINT-TO-POINT APPLICATION
Switch
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6.1 LMC280A, LMC281A, LMC282A
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22.0 20.028.0
70.0
20.0
12.5
95.0
26.1
22.6
13.1
33.6
12.3
26.1
19.0
23.0
14.0
43.58.0
6.05
50.0
25.3
FIGURE 6-1. DIMENSIONAL DIAGRAM FOR FAST ETHERNET MEDIA CONVERTERS
NOTE: DImensions are in millimeters (mm).
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94.9
30.0
12.5
144.3
22.6
13.1
33.6
12.3
26.1
19.0
68.15
14.0
6.05
8.0
23.0
50.0
25.3
26.1
FIGURE 6-2. DIMENSIONAL DIAGRAM FOR GIGABIT ETHERNET MEDIA CONVERTERS
NOTE: DImensions are in millimeters (mm).
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A.1 FCC STATEMENT
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques
de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
A.2 CE
This product complies with CE certifications.
A.3 ROHS/WEEE
This product complies with ROHS/WEEE certifications.
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A.4 NOM STATEMENT
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de
una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación.
Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico
sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que
impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros
aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como
se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados
sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato;o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.
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B.1 DISCLAIMER
Black Box Corporation shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential or cost of cover
damages, resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Corporation
may revise this document at any time without notice.
B.2 TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Black Box and the Black Box logo type and mark are registered trademarks of Black Box Corporation.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners.