iConverter® T3/E3 Standalone Module USER MANUAL
The iConverter T3/E3 media converter provides standard T3 (44.736Mbps) or E3
(34.368Mbps) coax to fiber conversion and can be used to connect to devices such
as PBXs, multiplexers, routers and video servers via fiber. T3/E3 media converters
operate in pairs, extending distances over fiber, which improves noise immunity , quality
of service, intrusion protection and network
security.
The T3/E3 supports Small Form Pluggable
(SFP) transceivers, enabling adaptability
to different fiber types, distances and
wavelengths, providing maximum flexibility
across a variety of network architectures
and topologies.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1) Configure DIP-Switches
2) Install Standalone Module and Connect Cables
3) Verify Operation
1) CONFIGURE DIP-SWITCHES
FRONT PANEL DIP-SWITCHES
“FLB” - Fiber Loopback
This DIP-switch facilitates the testing of
the fiber cables. When the “FLB”
DIP-switch is in the UP position, it sets
the fiber port to a Local Fiber Loopback
Mode (Figure B) and the “FLB” LED is
turned on. When in this mode, data
received at the Fiber-In is forwarded to
the BNC-Out and the Fiber-Out. If no
data is received at Fiber-In, an AIS
pattern is transmitted out both BNC-Out
and Fiber-Out. By returning the
DIP-switch to the DOWN position, the
unit resumes normal operation.
Figure B: Fiber Loopback and DIP-Switch Settings
“CLB” - Coax Loopback
This DIP-switch facilitates the testing of the coax cables. When the “CLB” DIP-switch
is in the UP position, it sets the coax port to a Local Coax Loopback Mode (Figure C)
and the “CLB” LED is turned on. When in this mode, data received at the BNC-In is
and the Receive must attach to the Transmit.
d. Connect an appropriate multimode or single-mode fiber cable to the fiber port of
the installed module. It is important to ensure that the transmit (TX) is attached to
the receive side of the device at the other end and the receive (RX) is attached to
the transmit side. Single-fiber (SF) media converter models operate in pairs. The
TX wavelength must match the RX wavelength at the other end and the RX
wavelength must match the TX wavelength at the other end.
3) VERIFY OPERA TION
Once the module has been installed and configured per steps 1 and 2, verify the
module is operational by viewing the LED indicators.
The Power LED indicates the module is receiving power.
The Fiber Optic link LED indicates the fiber optic connection has been established.
The Coax LED indicates a T3/E3 signal has been detected.
Form 040-08740-001 F 7/09
Omnitron Systems Technology * 140 Technology Dr. #500 * Irvine, CA 92618
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Figure A: DIP-Switch Location
Function
"Legend"
Color OFF State ON / Blinking state
Power
"Pwr"
Amber No Power On: Power available
Fibe r Activity
"Act"
Green No valid data Fast blink (10Hz): Data Received
Fiber AIS
"AIS"
Amber -- Fast blink (10Hz): AIS Received.
Fiber Test detected
"TST"
Amber
No Test Data
Received
Local unit asserting Remote Loopback:
Fast blink (10Hz): Test pattern received.
Slow blink (1 Hz): Unexpected pattern received.
Special Case:
Three quick blinks (2Hz) and pause (1sec.):
Illegal dip-switch selection.
Fiber Loopback
"FLB"
Amber Normal
ON: Local Fiber Loopback.
If "CLB " also "ON" indicates that the unit is the
Local Unit in Remote Loopback Mode.
Slow blink (1Hz) and also "CLB" in slow blink:
indicates that the unit is the Re m ote Unit in
Remote Loopback Mode.
Coax Loopback
"CLB"
Amber Normal
ON: Local Coax Loopback.
If "F LB " also "ON" indicates that the unit is the
Local Unit in Remote Loopback Mode.
Slow blink (1Hz) and also "FLB " in slow blink:
indicates that the unit is the Re m ote Unit in
Remote Loopback Mode.
Coax Activity
"ACT"
Green No valid data Fast blink (10Hz): Data Received
Coax AIS detected
"AIS"
Amber -- Fast blink (10Hz): AIS Received.
Coax PRBS detected
"PRBS"
Amber --
Blink 10 Hz: PRBS Received.
Blink 1 Hz: Forcing PRBS onto BNC-Out.
Only one of the three DIP-switches may
be in the UP position at any one time. The
default setting of the module is T3.
“<225”/”>225” - Coax Distance
When this DIP-switch is in the DOWN
position, a distance of less than 225 ft. is
selected. When in the UP position, a
distance of 225 ft. or higher is selected.
Select the appropriate distance for your
application.
“CEN”/”CDIS” and “FEN”/”FDIS” - Port Control
When both DIP-switches are in the DOWN position, the ports are enabled. When the
“CEN”/”CDIS” is in the UP position, the coax port is disabled. When the “FEN”/”FDIS”
is in the UP position, the fiber port is disabled.
“PRBS” - Pseudo Random Pattern Generator
When in the UP position, the converter forces Pseudo Random pattern out of the
Coax-Out port. The data received at Fiber-In is discarded and the data at Coax-In is
passed through to Fiber-Out.
Note: Some combinations of DIP-switch settings are illegal, and will be indicated
by the Fiber Test “TST” LED blinking quickly three times followed by a pause.
2) INSTALL STANDALONE MODULE AND CONNECT CABLES
a. The T3/E3 Media Converter is available in wall-mount models. For wall-mounting,
attach the unit to a wall, backboard or other flat surfaces.
To power the unit using the AC/DC adapter, connect the AC/DC adapter to the AC
outlet. Then connect the barrel plug at the end of the wire on the AC/DC adapter to
the 2.5mm DC barrel connector (center-positive) on the chassis. Confirm that the
unit has powered up properly by checking the power status LED located on the
front of the unit.
To power the unit using a DC power source, prepare a power cable using a twoconductor insulated wire (not supplied) with a 14 AWG gauge minimum. Cut the
power cable to the length required. Strip approximately 3/8 of an inch of insulation
from the power cable wires. Connect the power cables to the standalone unit by
fastening the stripped ends to the DC power connector.
Connect the power wires to the DC power source. The Power LED should indicate
the presence of power.
WARNING: Note the wire colors used in making the positive and negative
connections. Use the same color assignment for the connection at the DC
power source.
NOTE: If mounting with a safety ground attachment, use the safety ground
screw at the rear of the unit.
b. When using the SFP model (8759-0), insert the SFP Fiber transceiver into the Port
1 SFP receptacle on the T3/E3 converter (see the SFP Data Sheet 091-17000-001
for supported transceivers).
NOTE: The release latch of the SFP Fiber transceiver must be in the closed
(up) position before insertion.
c. Connect the BNC cables to the T3/E3 converter and attach the other end of the
cables to appropriate network equipment. The Transmit must attach to the Receive
forwarded to the BNC-Out and the Fiber-Out. If no data is received at BNC-In, an AIS
pattern is transmitted out both BNC-Out and Fiber-Out. By returning the DIP-switch to
the DOWN position, the unit resumes normal operation.
Figure C: Coax Loopback and DIP-Switch Settings
“FLB” + “CLB” - Remote Loopback Mode
When both the “FLB” and “CLB” DIP-switches are in the UP position, they force the
remote unit at the other end of the fiber to loop back its fiber and coax ports (Figure D).
This facilitates test of the fiber cables and the remote unit without having to physically
set DIP-switches on the remote unit. While in this mode, the local unit’s BNC is set to
a local loopback, and its “FLB” and “CLB” LEDs are turned on.
While in the remote loopback mode, the local unit sends a test pattern to the remote
unit. This pattern forces the remote unit into the loopback mode and is also returned
back to the local unit. When forced into the remote loopback mode, the remote unit’s
“FLB” and “CLB” LEDs blink slowly (1Hz).
When the test pattern is received successfully at the local unit’s Fiber-In, the “TST”
LED blinks rapidly (10Hz). Any other data causes slow blinking (1Hz) on the “TST”
LED. If no data is returned to Fiber-In, the LED is turned OFF.
Returning both DIP-switches to the DOWN position, causes the local and remote units
to resume normal operation.
Figure D: Remote Loopback and DIP-Switch Settings
“FAIS” - Force 1s to Fiber (AIS)
When the “FAIS” DIP-switch is in the UP position, an “all ones” pattern is forced out the
Fiber-Out port. The Coax-In data is discarded and Fiber-In data is passed through to
BNC-Out. By returning the DIP-switch to the DOWN position, the unit resumes normal
operation.
“CAIS” - Force 1s to Coax (AIS)
When the “CAIS” DIP-switch is in the UP position, an “all ones” pattern is forced out
the BNC-Out port. The Fiber-In data is discarded and BNC-In data is passed through
to Fiber-Out. By returning the DIP-switch to the DOWN position, the unit resumes
normal operation.
ON-BOARD DIP-SWITCHES
“T3”, “E3” and “STS-1” - Select Protocol
When the “T3” DIP-switch is in the UP position, the T3 protocol is selected. When the
“E3” DIP-switch is in the UP position, the E3 protocol is selected. When the “STS-1”
DIP-switch is in the UP position, the STS-1 protocol is selected.
OFF
OFF
<225
OFF
DOWN
UP
CEN
FEN
OFF
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E3
STS-1
>225
T3
CDIS
FDIS
PRBS
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Figure E: Board Mounted DIP-Switches
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