Interlogix MCR300-1T-1S User Manual

IFS MCR300-1T/1S
User Manual

P/N 1076519 • REV A • ISS 07FEB12

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Manufacture

UTC Fire & Security Americas Corporation, Inc.

2955 Red Hill Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA
92626-5923, USA

Version This document applies to IFS MCR300-1T/1S

version 1.0.

Certification

N4131

FCC compliance Class A: This equipment has been tested and

found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
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 case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.

ACMA

compliance

European Union

directives

Notice! This is a Class A product. In a domestic

environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.

2004/108/EC (EMC directive): Hereby, UTC Fire

& Security declares that this device is in
compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 2004/108/EC

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Contents

Overview 1

Package Contents 1
Product Features 2

Hardware Overview 3

Front Panel 4
Back Panel 4
Power Notice: 4

Link Fault Pass through (LFP) 5

Link Loss Carry Forward (LLCF) 5
Link Loss Return (LLR) 6

Installing the MCR300-1T/1S 8
Duplex Mode Support 9
LED indicators 9

System 9
10/100/1000Base-TX Port 9
1000Base-SX/LX SFP Slot 9

Cable Connection 10
Specifications 11

RJ45 Pin Assignments 12
Fiber Optical Cable Connection Parameter 13

Contacting Technical Support 14

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Overview

Thank you for purchasing the IFS MCR300-1T/1S
10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet Twisted pair to 1000Base-SX/LX
SFP Gigabit Media Converter. This MCR300-1T/1S is used to
convert one type of media signal to another equivalent type
that allows two different segments to connect easily, efficiently
and inexpensively.

This MCR300-1T/1S can be used as a standalone unit or as a
slide-in module in the MCR-R15 19” media chassis (up to 15
modules) for a combined multi-mode and single-mode fiber
network at a central wiring closet.

Package Contents

Check the contents of your package for the following parts:

• MCR300-1T/1S x1

• User’s Manual x1

If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact
your dealer immediately. If possible, retain the product box
including the original packing material to return it to for
repair/replacement.

Note: The MCR300-1T/1S comes with one vacant SFP

module slot. The mini GBIC SFP module is not included in the
package.

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Product Features

The MCR300-1T/1S provides the following key features:

• Complies with the IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u
100Base-TX, IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T, IEEE 802.3z
1000Base-SX/LX Ethernet standard

• Bridge mode Media Converter with TP port supports
10/100/1000Base-T and auto-MDI/MDIX

• Auto-Negotiation for 10/100/1000Base-T; Half-duplex or
Full-duplex for 10Mbps and 100Mbps, full-duplex for
1000Mbps

• LED indicators for simple diagnostics and management

• Provides DIP switch for LFP function (Disable/Enable)
setting

• Compact in size, easy installation

• OAM (TS-1000 and IEEE 802.3ah) supported

• 9K Jumbo frame supported

• Can be installed in the IFS MCR-R15 19" Media Converter
Chassis

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Hardware Overview

Figure 1: All Panel Views

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Front Panel

The Front Panel of the MCR300-1T/1S consists of one
1000Base-SX / LX mini-GBIC SFP slot and one Auto-Sensing
10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet RJ-45 Port, status LEDs and one
DIP switch for LFP ON/OFF.

Back Panel

The back panel of the MCR300-1T/1S indicates one DC jack,
which accepts input power with 5V DC 2A.

Power Notice:

This device will not work without power. For continuous
functionality of the device, using an UPS (Uninterrupted Power

Supply) is recommended to prevent data loss or network
downtime. In some applications, installing a surge suppression
device may help to protect the Gigabit Media Converter from
being damaged by unregulated surge or current.

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Link Fault Pass through (LFP)

The LFP refers to the Link Fault Pass Through function
(LLCF/LLR) and the DIP Switch design. LLCF/LLR can
immediately notify administrators about a problem with the link
media. The DIP Switch enables or disables the LFP function.

LLCF (Link Loss Carry Forward) detects and the connection
loss on the TP line, and LLR (Link Loss Return) detects the
connection loss on the fiber line.

Link Loss Carry Forward (LLCF)

MCR300-1T/1S incorporates an LLCF function for
troubleshooting a remote connection. When the LFP function
is enabled, the FL/TP ports do not transmit a link signal until
they receive a link signal from the opposite port.

The diagram below shows a typical network configuration with
a good link status using MCR300-1T/1S for remote
connectivity.

In case of a connectivity issue, the MCR300-1T/1S media
converter LLCF sends the notification to the switch/hub that
generates a trap to the management station.

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Management Switch/Hub Switch/HubMedia Media Management

Station

w/SNM P Converter Converter w/SNM P Station

LFP ON

TP

LED lit = established link LED unlit = no link

Broken

Fiber

Cable

LFP ON

TP

* The factory default setting for the LFP function is "off".

Link Loss Return (LLR)

The fiber ports of MCR300-1T/1S have been designed with an
LLR function for troubleshooting a remote connection. LLR
works in conjunction with LLCF.

When the LFP function is enabled, the port’s transmitter shuts
down when its receiver fails to detect a valid connection. LLR
should only be enabled on one end of the link and is typically
enabled on either the unmanaged or remote device.

The diagram below shows a typical network configuration with
a good link status using MCR300-1T/1S for remote
connectivity. Note that LLR and LLCF are enabled as indicated
in the diagram.

If one of the optical conductors is bad (as shown in the
diagram box below), the converter with LLR function will return
a no-link condition to its link partner. With LLCF function also
enabled, the no-link condition is carried forward to the

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switch/hub where a trap is generated to the management
station.

Note: The factory default setting for the LFP function "off".

This feature can also be turned via the side DIP-switch. If
installer is familiar with the network installation and diagnostics
(i.e. checking which end is broken in a connection), you can
turn the switch to on position and reset the converter for
changes to take effect. Otherwise, it's recommended to keep
the DIP switch in its default position.

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Installing the MCR300-1T/1S

Please follow these steps to install the MCR300-1T/1S:

1. Turn off the power of the device/station in a network to
which the MCR300-1T/1S will be attached.

2. Ensure that there is no activity in the network.

3. Connect the fiber cable. Attach the duplex LC connector on
the network cable into the SFP transceiver.

4. Attach fiber cable from the MCR300-1T/1S to the fiber
network. TX, RX must be paired at both ends.

5. Connect a 5 VDC power adapter to the MCR300-1T/1S
and verify that the Power LED powers up.

6. Turn on the power of the device/station; the PWR LEDs
should light when all cables are attached.

Note: It is recommended to use 1000Base-SX / LX SFP

modules available in the IFS Transmission product line. A SFP
transceiver module that is not supported will not be recognized
by MCR300-1T/1S media converter.

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Duplex Mode Support

The MCR300-1T/1S is a one-channel media converter
between 10/100/1000Base-T and 1000Base-SX/LX. The
10/100/1000Base-T port can operate under Auto-negotiation
mode. The 1000Base-SX/LX SFP fiber port allows only fixed
1000Mbps full duplex mode.

LED indicators

System

LED Color Function

PWR Green

Lit: Indicates the device is powered .

10/100/1000Base-TX Port

LED Color Function

Lit: Indicates the link through that port is successfully

TP
LNK/ACT

TP 1000 Green

Green

established.
Blinking: Indicate that the port is actively sending or
receiving data.
Lit: Indicates a 1000Mbps Full duplex connection.

Off: Indicates a 10/100 Mbps Full duplex connection.

1000Base-SX/LX SFP Slot

LED Color Function

Fiber
LNK/ACT

Green

Lit: Indicates a successful link through the fiber port.

Blinking: Indicates the data activity through the fiber port.

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Cable Connection

The recommended cable types are listed below:

Cables:

Standard Fiber Type Cable Specification
1000Base-SX
(850nm)

(1300nm)

Fiber Distances:

Standard Fiber Diameter

1000Base

-SX

1000Base

-LX

Note:

The single mode port (1000Base-LX port) of the MCR300-1T/1S, is compliant
with LX 5 kilometers and provides additional margin allowing for a 10/30/70
kilometer Gigabit Ethernet links on single mode fiber.

Multi-mode 50/125μm or 62.5/125μm

Multi-mode 50/125μm or 62.5/125μm 1000Base-LX
Single Mode 9/125μm

Modal Bandwidth

(micron)

MM 62.5

62.5
50
50

MM 62.5

50
50

SM 9 N/A 5000*

(MHz * km)
100
200
400
500
5
4
5

Max. Distance
(meters)
220
275
500
550
550

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Specifications

The MCR300-1T/1S comes with the following standard
features:

Model MCR300-1T/1S

Connector – Fiber SFP, LC type
Mode Vary on module
Fiber Maximum
Distance
Connector - Copper 10/100/1000Mbps RJ-45
Modes Full Duplex, auto-negotiation
Packet Forwarding
Rate (64bytes)

LED indicators: PWR, Fiber/LNK/ACT, TP/LNK/ACT, TP/1000
DIP switch LFP function (Disable / Enable) setting
Protocols and
Standards:

Cable 10/100/1000Base-T:

OAM TS-1000, IEEE 802.3ah terminal
Jumbo Packet Size 9K
Dimensions 26 x 70 x 97mm (H x W x D)
Weight 0.41lbs / 190g
Power External power adaptor 5V 2A max.
EMI Compatibility: FCC Class A, CE Certification Class A
Temperature: Storage: -10°C ~ 70°C / Operating: 0°C ~ 50°C
Humidity: 5% ~90% non-condensing

Vary on module

14880pps @10Mbps
148810pps @100Mbps
1488000pps @ 1000Mbps

IEEE 802.3 10Base-T
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX
IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T
IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-SX/LX

1000Base-T-2-pair UTP Cat. 5/5e/6, up to 100m

1000Base-SX :

50/125μm or 62.5/125μm multi-mode fiber optic cable,
up to 220/550m (vary on SFP module)

1000Base-LX :

9/125μm single-mode fiber optic cable, up to
10/30/70km (vary on SFP module)

When connecting to other Ethernet equipment such as a
Router, Bridge, Switch, or Hub, please refer to that device’s
Technical Manual.

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RJ45 Pin Assignments

1000Mbps, 1000BaseT

RJ-45 Connector pin assignment

Contact MDI MDI-X

1 BI_DA+ BI_DB+

2 BI_DA- BI_DB-

3 BI_DB+ BI_DA+

4 BI_DC+ BI_DD+

5 BI_DC- BI_DD-

6 BI_DB- BI_DA-

7 BI_DD+ BI_DC+

8 BI_DD- BI_DC-

10/100Mbps, 10/100Base-TX

RJ-45 Connector pin assignment

MDI

Contact

1 Tx + (transmit) Rx + (receive)

Media Dependant

Interface

Media Dependant

Interface -Cross

MDI-X

2 Tx - (transmit) Rx - (receive)

3 Rx + (receive) Tx + (transmit)

4, 5 Not used

6 Rx - (receive) Tx - (transmit)

7, 8 Not used

RJ45 Cable Drawing

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The following figure shows the pin allocation and color of a
straight cable, and connection of a crossover cable.

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Please make sure your connected cables are with same pin
assignment and color as above picture before deploying the
cables into your network.

Fiber Optical Cable Connection Parameter

Fiber Optical patch Cables:

Standard Fiber Diameter

(micron)

1000Base-SX Multi- mode 62.5

62.5
50
50

1000Base-LX

Multi-mode 62.5

50
50

Single Mode 9 N/A 5000*

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Modal Bandwidth
(MHz * km)

100
200
400
500
5
4
5

Max.
Distance
(meters)

220
275
500
550
550

Contacting Technical Support

Contact technical support if you encounter any difficulties
during this installation. Please make sure you have the
requested diagnostic or log files ready before you contact us
by phone or go to www.interlogix.com/customer-support.

Technical Support

Europe, Middle East and Africa

W Select Contact Us at www.utcfssecurityproducts.eu

North America

T +1 855.286.8889

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Australia

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