Omnitron Systems Technology miConverter 18 User Manual

miConverter

™

18-Module Rack-Mount

Power Chassis

User Manual

Warning

The operating description in this User Manual is for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid electrical shock, do not perform
any servicing of this product other than that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are qualified and certified to do
so by Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc.

Caution

All user-required operations can be performed without opening the chassis. Never attempt to open or remove the cover or tamper
with the chassis. There are no user replaceable or serviceable parts in this unit. Equipment is not intended to be installed and
used in a place (home, school, or public area) accessible to the general population.

Warranty

This product is warranted to the original purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for a period of TWO YEARS
from the date of shipment. A LIFETIME warranty may be obtained by the original purchaser by REGISTERING this product
with Omnitron within 90 days from the date of shipment. TO REGISTER, COMPLETE AND MAIL OR FAX THE ENCLOSED
REGISTRATION FORM. Or you may register your product on the Internet at http://www.omnitron-systems.com. During the
warranty period, Omnitron will, at its option, repair or replace a product which is proven to be defective.

For warranty service, the product must be sent to an Omnitron designated facility, at Buyer’s expense. Omnitron will pay the
shipping charge to return the product to Buyer’s designated US address using Omnitron’s standard shipping method.

Limitation of Warranty

The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate use and/or maintenance of the equipment
by Buyer, Buyer-supplied equipment, Buyer-supplied interfacing, unauthorized modifications or tampering with equipment
(including removal of equipment cover by personnel not specifically authorized and certified by Omnitron), or misuse, or
operating outside the environmental specification of the product (including but not limited to voltage, ambient temperature,
radiation, unusual dust, etc.), or improper site preparation or maintenance. No other warranty is expressed or implied. Omnitron
specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose.

Exclusive Remedies

The remedies provided herein are the Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies. Omnitron shall not be liable for any direct, indirect,
special, incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any legal theory.

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1.0 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The miConverter 1.5U (2.5 inch) 18-Module Power Chassis is powered by an AC or DC power supply and can accommodate
up to eighteen miConverter media converters. This compact chassis is ideal for consolidating individual media converters into
a high-density form factor utilizing a single reliable power supply. The chassis can be rack mounted in a 19” or 23” equipment
rack.

Figure 1: miConverter 18-Module Power Chassis

Model Number Description

1020-1

1025-1

1026-1

8092-0 23” rack mount brackets for 18-slot chassis

miConverter 18-Module AC Powered Chassis

miConverter 18-Module 48VDC Powered Chassis

miConverter 18-Module 24VDC Powered Chassis

2.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2.1 OVERVIEW

The following steps outline the installation procedures for the miConverter Power Chassis. Refer to the specified section for
detailed instructions.

• Install Power Chassis (Section 3.0)

• Install the Modules (Section 4.0)

• Verifying Operation (Section 5.0)

3.0 INSTALL POWER CHASSIS

3.1 RACK MOUNTING

Whenrackmountingthechassistoa19”standardrack,rstattachthetwoenclosed“L”shapedrackmountingbracketstothe

chassis using the enclosed screws. The rack mounting brackets can be attached to the chassis using two different hole patterns,
depending on the mounting requirement. The different hole patterns will allow two chassis to be installed in a 3U rack space.

Figure 2: Lower Rack Mount Position Figure 3: Upper Rack Mount Position

Mount and attach the chassis (after the mounting brackets are installed) to the rack using the appropriate rack mounting screws
(not provided). For optional 23” rack mounting, attach the mounting bracket in the same manner as shown above.

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