FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing 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 the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
The use of non-shielded I/O cables may not guarantee compliance with FCC RFI limits. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B
limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe B
prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
Warranty
IMC Networks warrants to the original end-user purchaser that this product, EXCLUSIVE OF SOFTWARE, shall be free
from defects in materials and workmanship under normal and proper use in accordance with IMC Networks' instructions
and directions for a period of six (6) years after the original date of purchase. IMC Networks warrants to the original enduser purchaser that all SFPs shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal and proper use in
accordance with IMC Networks' instructions and directions for a period of one (1) year after the original date of purchase.
This warranty is subject to the limitations set forth below.
At its option, IMC Networks will repair or replace at no charge the product which proves to be defective within such
warranty period. This limited warranty shall not apply if the IMC Networks product has been damaged by unreasonable
use, accident, negligence, service or modification by anyone other than an authorized IMC Networks Service Technician
or by any other causes unrelated to defective materials or workmanship. Any replaced or repaired products or parts carry
a ninety (90) day warranty or the remainder of the initial warranty period, whichever is longer.
To receive in-warranty service, the defective product must be received at IMC Networks no later than the end of the
warranty period. The product must be accompanied by proof of purchase, satisfactory to IMC Networks, denoting
product serial number and purchase date, a written description of the defect and a Return Merchandise Authorization
(RMA) number issued by IMC Networks. No products will be accepted by IMC Networks which do not have an RMA
number. For an RMA number, contact IMC Networks at PHONE: (800) 624-1070 (in the U.S. and Canada) or (949) 4653000 or FAX: (949) 465-3020. The end-user shall return the defective product to IMC Networks, freight, customs and
handling charges prepaid. End-user agrees to accept all liability for loss of or damages to the returned product during
shipment. IMC Networks shall repair or replace the returned product, at its option, and return the repaired or new
product to the end-user, freight prepaid, via method to be determined by IMC Networks. IMC Networks shall not be
liable for any costs of procurement of substitute goods, loss of profits, or any incidental, consequential, and/or special
damages of any kind resulting from a breach of any applicable express or implied warranty, breach of any obligation
arising from breach of warranty, or otherwise with respect to the manufacture and sale of any IMC Networks product,
whether or not IMC Networks has been advised of the possibility of such loss or damage.
EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, IMC NETWORKS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES,
WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THIS IMC NETWORKS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION ANY SOFTWARE ASSOCIATED OR INCLUDED. IMC NETWORKS SHALL DISREGARD AND NOT BE
BOUND BY ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON, INCLUDING EMPLOYEES,
DISTRIBUTORS, RESELLERS OR DEALERS OF IMC NETWORKS, WHICH ARE INCONSISTENT WITH THE WARRANTY
SET FORTH ABOVE. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY STATED ABOVE.
Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that IMC Networks product manuals and promotional materials
accurately describe IMC Networks product specifications and capabilities at the time of publication. However, because of
ongoing improvements and updating of IMC Networks products, IMC Networks cannot guarantee the accuracy of printed
materials after the date of publication and disclaims liability for changes, errors or omissions.
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Table of Contents
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement ....................................................ii
Warranty............................................................................................................ii
About IE–ModeConverter...................................................................................1
Installing the IE–ModeConverter.........................................................................2
SFP Port Requirements.......................................................................................2
DIN Rail Mounting.............................................................................................2
Powering the IE–ModeConverter........................................................................3
DC Terminal Block Option.................................................................................3
Cascading DC Power .........................................................................................4
LED Operation...................................................................................................4
DC Power Supply Precautions............................................................................5
IMC Networks Technical Support.......................................................................5
Specifications .....................................................................................................6
Standards/Compliance .......................................................................................6
Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines.........................................................................6
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions.....................................................................7
Safety Certifications............................................................................................8
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About IE–ModeConverter
The IE–ModeConverter is a pure mode converter that converts any fiber optics type
to any other fiber optics type. This product is a Protocol independent converter and
is not intended for applications that require retiming or any Layer 2 functions. The
IE–ModeConverter supports extended temperature operation.
The IE–ModeConverter requires two small form-factor (SFP) modules (sold
separately), which provide greater fiber flexibility in the network environment. The
hot-swappable nature of the SFPs and the numerous fiber modes and types available
in SFPs allow for easy configuration and future upgrading as network demands
evolve. The SFP modules must be MSA compliant and support the same speed
range.
The IE–ModeConverter operates as a mode converter only and not as a rate
converter.
The IE–ModeConverter does not provide support for copper (TX) SFPs.
Features
The IE–ModeConverter provides the ability to change optical transport characteristics
using easy-to-install SFP devices. This mix-and-match functionality is only limited by
the available IMC Networks’ SFP units. For more information about SFPs, visit
https://www.imcnetworks.com/Products/Small_Form_Factor_Pluggable.cfm
The key features of the IE–ModeConverter are
• Uses Miniature Media Converter Form Factor
• Supports a 7 VDC to 50 VDC terminal block option with cascading power
• Supports an external 5 VDC power option (not extended temperature)
• Allows extended temperature range from -13°C to +185°F (-25°C to +85°
C)
• Uses all standard MSA-complaint SFP devices (excluding copper SFPs)
• Provides extensive diagnostic LED functions
• Supports DIN Rail mounting
Applications
The standard application is the conversion of a short-range, multi-mode fiber
interface to a long-range single-mode fiber line. In addition, CWDM, DWDM, or
single-strand fiber can be supported with the appropriate SFP. This allows you to
purchase low cost multi-mode fiber blade cards for your network equipment and
support long-distance single-mode fiber links.
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