Omnitron Systems Technology iConverter 4xT1-E1 MUX-M User Manual

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4xT1/E1 MUX/M

Managed T1/E1 Multiplexer

The iConverter 4xT1/E1 MUX/M multiplexes up to four
T1/E1s and Ethernet onto a ber optic transport link, and

features remotely managed testing and configuration

capabilities.

The iConverter 4xT1/E1 MUX/M operates in a back-to-back
conguration, with one multiplexer at each end of the ber
transport link. The 4xT1/E1 MUX/M can be used in applications

where services from legacy TDM equipment require transport
across long distances that exceed the reach or capacity of

copper. This includes applications such as T1/E1 extension,
mobile backhaul and building-to-building PBX connectivity,
making it ideal for Enterprise, Telecom and Utility industries.

The 4xT1/E1 MUX/M supports xed-ber and Small Form
Pluggable (SFP) transceivers, enabling easy adaptability to
different ber types, distances and wavelengths. The 4xT1/E1
MUX/M supports multimode, single-mode, single-mode single­ber, in standard and CWDM wavelengths.

The copper interfaces feature four RJ-48 connectors for
balanced T1/E1 applications. An optional adapter cable is
available to convert each RJ-48 interface to a BNC interface
for unbalanced E1 transport applications.

The 4xT1/E1 MUX/M supports AMI, B8ZS and HDB3 line
codes. DIP-switches provide easy conguration of the T1/E1
line codes and line build-out.

The 4xT1/E1 MUX/M features user-selectable local loop-back
on both the copper and ber ports, remote ber loop-back and
circuit test modes. These functions facilitate diagnosis of the
remote unit, and minimizes the need for test equipment and
support personnel at each end of a link. Alarm relay and LEDs
provide fault notication for loss of power, LOS and AIS.

SFP not included

KEY FEATURES

■ Multiplexes four independent T1 or E1 channels from
copper links into one ber link

■ 10/100/1000 copper Ethernet multiplexed with T1/E1
circuits

■ Ethernet port supports 10/100/1000 and Half/Full-
Duplex auto-negotiation and MDI/MDIX auto-crossover

■ Small Form Pluggable (SFP) or xed-ber transceivers,
in standard and CWDM wavelengths

■ Supports multimode, single-mode dual ber, single-

mode single-ber

■ Remotely-managed conguration and testing enables
rapid deployments

■ Management via local serial port, Telnet or SNMP

■ Congurable alarm relay contacts for audio/visual fault

notication

Conguration of T1/E1 line codes, line build out, loopbacks
and circuit test is accomplished via local serial port, Telnet,
SNMP or DIP-switches.

The 4xT1/E1 MUX/M is a compact, managed standalone unit
available in both AC and DC models. The AC model accepts
AC power input ranging from 100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60Hz,
while the DC model accepts 18VDC to 60VDC.

■ Supports local and remote ber and copper loop-back
modes

■ Commercial (0 to 50º C) and wide (-40 to 60º C)
operating temperature ranges

■ Lifetime Warranty and free 24/7 Technical Support

SPECIFICATIONS

APPLICATION

Description

Date Rates

Standard
Compliances

Regulatory
Compliances

Frame Size Ethernet: Up to 10,236 bytes

Port Types

Cable Types

AC Power
Requirements

DC Power
Requirements

Dimensions

Weight 2.5 lb (1.14 kg)

Temperature

Humidity 5 to 95% (non-condensing)

Altitude -100m to 4000m

MTBF (hrs)

Warranty Lifetime warranty with 24/7/365 free Technical Support

iConverter 4xT1/E1 MUX

Managed T1/E1 Multiplexer

T1 or ISDN PRI:

Ethernet:

ANSI: T1.403, T1.102

AT&T: T62411

ITU: G.703, G.704, G.706, G.736, G.755, G.823, G.824, G.8261

ETSI: ETS 300 166

IEEE 802.3

UL, CE, FCC Class A, RoHS2, WEEE

Copper:

Copper:

AC Input: 100 to 240VAC 50/60Hz

DC Input: 18 to 60VDC; 2.0A @ - 48VDC

W: 6.7” x D: 5.51” x H: 1.87”
L: 435.6 mm x B: 228.6 mm x H: 44.5 mm

Commercial:

Storage:

T1/E1 (RJ-45/RJ-48)

10/100BASE-T (RJ-45)

Fiber:

Proprietary (ST, SC, Single-ber SC, SFP)

Category 3 or better for T1/E1
(T1: 100 Ohm, E1: 120 Ohm)
(Active Pairs are Pins 1, 2 and 4, 5)

EIA/TIA 568A/B, Cat 5 UTP and higher for

Ethernet

Fiber:

Multimode: 50/125µm, 62.5/125µm
Single-mode: 9/125µm

0.5A @ 120VAC

IEC320 Connector

3-Pin Terminal

0 to 50°C

Wide:

-40 to 60°C

-50 to 80°C

AC Model:
DC Model:

1.544Mbps

E1:

2.048Mbps

10/100/1000Mbps
(900Mbps throughput)

137,000
148,000

Telecom Application: Mobile Backhaul

The following application shows an example of the iConverter

4xT1/E1 MUX/M used in a hybrid TDM/Ethernet transport
network.

A wireless service provider has enhanced their network to
support 3G/4G services. The new equipment uses Ethernet
for backhaul at the Cell Site, while the existing legacy 2G/2.5G
equipment uses TDM (T1) for backhaul.

Using the iConverter 4xT1/E1 MUX/M at the Cell Site, the
service provider is able to multiplex up to four T1/E1 circuits and
one 10/100/1000 Ethernet on a ber transport link. The ber
carries the multiplexed trafc to a second iConverter 4xT1/E1
MUX/M that is installed at the Base Station Controller (BSC)
and Radio Network Controller (RNC). The 4xT1/E1 MUX/M
converts the legacy TDM trafc back to T1/E1 interfaces,
where they are connected to the TDM network. The MUX also
converts the Ethernet trafc back to a 10/100/1000 interface,
where it is connected to the provider’s IP network.

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