Gigabit Ethernet over Coaxial
Converter
VC-232G
User’s Manual
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Copyright © PLANET Technology Corp. 2017.
Contents are subject to revision without prior notice.
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All other trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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work properly in all environments and applications, and makes
no warranty and representation, either implied or expressed,
with respect to the quality, performance, merchantability, or
tness for a particular purpose.
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FCC Warning
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.
CE Mark Warning
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.
Energy Saving Note of the Device
This power required device does not support Standby mode
operation. For energy saving, please remove the power cable to
disconnect the device from the power circuit. Without removing
power cable, the device will still consume power from the
power source. In view of Saving the Energy and reducing the
unnecessary power consumption, it is strongly suggested to
remove the power connection for the device if this device is not
intended to be active.
WEEE Warning
To avoid the potential effects on the environment and
human health as a result of the presence of hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic equipment, end
users of electrical and electronic equipment should
understand the meaning of the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol.
Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste and have
to collect such WEEE separately.
Revision
PLANET Gigabit Ethernet over Coaxial Converter User's Manual
Model: VC-232G
Revision: 1.0 (Sep. 2017)
Part No.: 2350-AC0520-001
Table of Contents
1. Package Contents ............................................................. 5
2. Hardware Introduction ...................................................... 6
2.1 Physical Dimensions ................................................... 6
2.2 Front View ................................................................. 7
2.3 Rear View.................................................................. 9
3. Product Specications ..................................................... 12
4. Applications .................................................................... 14
4.1 Point-to-Point Application -- LAN to LAN Connection .... 14
4.2 VC-232G Point-to-Multi-point Application
(IP surveillance) ....................................................... 15
5. Installations ................................................................... 17
5.1 Wall-mount Installation ............................................. 17
5.2 Chassis Installation and Rack Mounting ...................... 18
6. Performance Table .......................................................... 19
7. Troubleshooting .............................................................. 20
8. FAQs ............................................................................. 21
9. Customer Support .......................................................... 22
1. Package Contents
Thank you for purchasing PLANET VC-232G 1-Port Gigabit
Ethernet over Coaxial Converter. In the following sections,
the term “EoC Converter” means the VC-232G.
Open the box of the EoC Converter and carefully unpack it. The
box should contain the following items:
VC-232G User’s Manual
If any of these are missing or damaged, please contact your
dealer immediately; if possible, retain the carton including the
original packing material, and use them again to repack the
product in case there is a need to return it to us for repair.
DC 5V/2A Power
Adapter
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2. Hardware Introduction
2.1 Physical Dimensions
Dimensions (W x D x H): 94 x 70.3 x 26mm
Ethernet over VDSL 2 Converter
VC-232G
VDSL
CO
CPE
PWR
1000
TP
1000
Ethernet over VDSL 2 Converter
5V DC
ON
OFF
4
3
2
1
ON
12dB
Sym.
Band SNR
Asym.
G.INP
Interleave 8dB
CO
CPE
Mode Tran.
Dimensions ( unit = mm )
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2.2 Front View
VC-232G Front Panel
CPE
1000
PWR
TP
1000
VDSL
VC-232G
Ethernet over VDSL 2 Converter
CO
¾ 1000BASE-T RJ45 connector
¾ BNC female connector for VDSL2
¾ LEDs for power, Ethernet and VDSL
¾ CO/CPE mode selectable via DIP switch
VC-232G LED Indicators
The rich diagnostic LEDs on the front panel can provide the
operating status of individual port and whole system.
System
LED Color Function
Indicates that the EoC Converter has
Lit
PWR Green
power.
Indicates that the EoC Converter has no
Off
power.
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VDSL
LED Color Function
Indicates that the VDSL connection is
Lit
established.
Fast
VDSL Green
CO Green Lit
CPE Green Lit
1000BASE-T Port
LED Color Function
1000 Green
Indicates that the VDSL connection is at
Blink
training status (about 10 seconds).
Slow
Indicates that the VDSL connection is at
Blink
idle status.
Indicates the EoC Converter is running in
CO mode.
Indicates the EoC Converter is running in
CPE mode.
Indicates that the port is operating at
Lit
1000Mbps.
Indicates that the EoC Converter is
Blink
actively sending or receiving data over
that port at 1000Mbps.
Off Indicates that the port is linkdown.
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2.3 Rear View
VC-232G Front Panel
5V DC
Mode Tran.
CO
CPE
¾ DIP switch
¾ DC jack (DC input) for power adapter
DIP Switch
The EoC Converter provides a selectable 4-position DIP switch.
Switch them on or off to obtain the best coaxial cable connection
over a distance.
Band SNR
Asym.
G.INP
Interleave 8dB
Sym.
12dB
1
2 3
ON
OFF
4
ON
DIP
DIP-1 DIP-2 DIP-3 DIP-4
Mode Transmission Band Prole SNR Margin
OFF CO G.INP Asymmetric 12dB
ON (default) CPE Interleave Symmetric 8dB
By default, the 4-position switches of the DIP
switch, set at the “ON” position, are operated as
“CPE”. For operating as “CO”, please turn DIP 1
Note
switch to the “OFF” position. Then adjust other
DIP switches accordingly to fulfill different network
application demands.
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DIP-1: Mode (CO/CPE)
CO
(Central
Ofce)
CPE
(Customer
Premises
Equipment)
Note
DIP-2: Transmission (G. INP and Interleave mode)
G. INP
Interleave
DIP-3: Band Prole (Asymmetric/Symmetric)
Asymmetric
Symmetric
The Master device mode, usually the CO
device, is located at the data center of ISP or
enterprise to link to the backbone.
The Slave device mode, usually the CPE device,
is located at branch ofce, home or remote site
as the long reach data receiver. The CPE can
be connected to the PC, IP camera or wireless
access point, or other network devices.
When the EoC Converter operates in CPE mode,
DIP switches 2, 3, and 4 are without function.
Method of protection against bursts from other
devices or lines to impact your xDSL connection.
Method of error correction used on xDSL
connection. Interleave requires additional
latency to improve resilience to burst of error.
Asymmetric mode provides more bandwidth
than the other side. This mode provides the
highest bandwidth in short range.
With G.997 band plan supported, symmetric
mode can provide almost the same rate of
downstream and upstream.
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DIP-4: SNR (Signal Noise Ratio) Margin
When the SNR margin is selected, the system provides
12dB/8dB SNR margin for all usable loop lengths. Better
channel noise protection is made with the higher SNR margin.
Please power off the VDSL2 Bridge before
Note
making any transmission mode adjustment.
DC Power Jack
The VC-232G requires 5V DC, 2A power input, which conforms
to the bundled AC adapter. Should you have the issue of power
connection, please contact your local sales representative.
2.5mm
DC Receptacle 2.5mm
+5V for each slot
DC receptacle is 2.5mm wide that conforms to the EoC
Converter 2.5mm DC jack's central post. Do not install any
improper unit.
In some areas, installing a surge suppression device may also help to protect your EoC
Converter from being damaged by unregulated
Note
surge or current to the EoC Converter or the
power adapter.
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3.ProductSpecications
Product VC-232G
Hardware Specications
TP interface 1 Gigabit RJ45 port**
1 BNC female Ethernet over Coaxial
Coaxial cable: 75 ohm
VDSL
Interface
Functionality
Dimensions
(W x D x H)
Weight 185g
Power
Requirement
LED
Indicators
Housing Metal
Cabling
Maximum
Distance
DIP-1 Select CO or CPE mode
DIP-2 Select G.INP or Interleaved mode
DIP-3
DIP-4 Select SNR of 12dB or 8dB
97 x 70 x 26 mm
5V DC, 2A external power
Power: Green
1000BASE-T LNK/ACT: Green
VDSL: Green
CO: Green
CPE: Green
RG-6/U cable, less than12Ω/1000 ft
RG-59/U cable, less than 30Ω/1000 ft.
Max. 1400m with data transmission
(4,593ft.)
Select Band Prole (Asymmetric or
Symmetric)
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System Specications
VDSL-DMT
ITU-T G.993.1 VDSL
VDSL
Compliance
Standards Conformance
Standards
Compliance
ITU-T G.997.1
ITU-T G.993.2 VDSL2 (Prole 17a/30a Support)
ITU-T G.993.5 G. Vectoring
ITU-T G.998
G.INP
IEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet
IEEE 802.3x Full-duplex ow control
IEEE 802.1p Class of Service
ITU-T G.993.1 VDSL
ITU-T G.997.1
ITU-T G.993.2 VDSL2 (Prole 17a/30a Support)
ITU-T G.993.5 G.Vectoring and G.INP
ITU-T G.998
Regulatory
Compliance
Environment
Temperature
Humidity
**The RJ45 port only supports 1000BASE-T Ethernet.
FCC Part 15 Class A, CE
Operating: 0~50 degrees C
Storage: -10~70 degrees C
Operating: 5~95% (non-condensing)
Storage: 5~95% (non-condensing)
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4. Applications
The EoC Converter does not require any software conguration.
Users can immediately use any feature of this product simply by
attaching the cables and turning the power on. There are some
key limitations on the EoC Converter. Please check the following
items
4.1 Point-to-Point Application -- LAN to LAN
Connection
One set of the EoC Converter could be used to link two local
area networks that are located in different places. Through
the coaxial cable, it could set up a 200/100Mbps asymmetric
backbone, but one EoC Converter must be Master (CO mode)
and the other one is Slave (CPE mode).
5V DC adapter
Switch
Point to Point Application
Ethernet over VDSL 2 Converter
Ethernet over Coaxial
VC-232G
(CO)
Up to 1400m
VC-232G
(CPE)
Ethernet over VDSL 2 Converter
PC
Connecting Standalone PC
Refer to the following procedures to set up the VC-232G LAN to
LAN connection.
1. [LAN1] Set the VC-232G at LAN 1 to be CO mode from the
DIP switch
2. [LAN2] Set the VC-232G at LAN 2 to be CPE mode from the
DIP switch
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3. Power on the VC-232G CO and CPE at both sides by
L2+ Switch
connecting its power source.
4. Power, CO and CPE LED will illuminate correspondingly.
5. Connect coaxial cable from LAN1 VC-232G to VDSL BNC
port of the LAN2 VC-232G.
6. VDSL LNK LED will blink to illuminate at both VDSL2 bridges.
7. Connect the VC-232G Ethernet LAN port to other network
device via regular Cat.5 UTP cable.
4.2 VC-232G Point-to-Multi-point Application
(IP surveillance)
NVR
Media Converter Chassis
(CPE)
VC-232G
VC-232G
(CO)
IP Camera
Video
Coax.
Coax.Coax.
Video Line
Coaxial Cable
VC-232G
(CO)
DCDC
IP Camera
DC
Video
Monitor
Power Line (DC)
1000BASE-T UTP
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Building an IP surveillance system
Refer to the following procedure to set up an IP surveillance
system with many pairs of the VC-232G:
1. Set the VC-232G to be CO and CPE mode from the DIP
switch on the rear panel.
2. Power on the VC-232G by connecting its power source.
3. Power LED will illuminate.
4. Connect coaxial cable to the VDSL ports of two VC-232G
units.
5. VDSL LED will blink to illuminate.
6. Connect Ethernet port to IP cameras via regular Cat. 5, 5e or
6 cable.
7. Install the NVR and monitor and connect to one Ethernet
switch
8. You can get data transmissions from all IP cameras.
Installing Ethernet over Coaxial Converter
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5. Installations
5.1 Wall-mount Installation
Step 1: Please nd the wall that can mount the VC-232G
Step 2: Screw two screws on the wall.
Step 3: Hang the VC-232G on the screws from the wall.
Step 4: Repeat Step 5 of Desktop Installation for power supply
to the VC-232G
Before mounting the device to the wall, please
check the location of the electrical outlet and the
Note
length of the Ethernet cable.
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5.2 Chassis Installation and Rack Mounting
To install the EoC Converter in a 10-inch or 19-inch Converter
Chassis with standard rack, follow the instructions described
below.
Step 1: Place your VC-232G on a hard at surface, with the
front panel positioned towards your front side.
Step 2: Carefully slide in the module until it is fully and rmly
tted into the slot of the converter chassis.
Step 3: Attach a rack-mount bracket to each side of the
Converter Chassis with supplied screws attached to the
package.
Step 4: After the brackets are attached to the Converter
Chassis, use suitable screws to securely attach the
brackets to the rack.
Step 5: Proceed with Step 4 and Step 5 of the 2.1 Installation
section to connect the network cabling and supply
power to your Converter Chassis.
You must use the screws supplied with the
mounting brackets. Damage caused to the parts
by using incorrect screws would invalidate your
warranty.
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6. Performance Table
VC-232G Upstream /Downstream Performance
CO DIP
Switch
Distance
(meter)
200 88/168 78/145 129/131 117/123
400 75/160 69/137 117/122 102/102
600 59/129 48/118 101/92 88/82
800 32/110 26/94 62/73 47/56
1000 13/82 12/67 20/52 11/44
CO DIP
Switch
Distance
(meter)
200 95/200 89/181 147/147 138/143
400 82/175 71/156 132/135 116/120
600 59/151 46/136 108/104 91/89
800 37/122 30/102 76/78 58/60
1000 13/91 8/76 19/55 11/43
**The above table is for your prior reference.
*** The actual data rate will vary on the quality of the coaxial
cables and environmental factors.
Asymmetric Symmetric
8dB 12dB 8dB 12dB
Asymmetric Symmetric
8dB 12dB 8dB 12dB
Interleave
(Upstream/Downstream)
G.INP
(Upstream/Downstream)
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7. Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM:
VDSL LNK LED does not light up after wire is connected to the
VDSL port.
CHECKPOINT:
1. Verify the length of the coaxial cable (not more than 1.4km)
connected between the two VC-232G units. Please also try to
adjust the DIP switch of the VC-232G to the other SNR mode.
2. Please note you must use one VC-232G in CO mode and
the other VC-232G in CPE mode to make connection to each
other work.
SYMPTOM:
TP LED does not light after cable is connected to the port.
CHECKPOINT:
1. Verify you are using the Cat.5e or better cable with RJ45
connector to connect to the port.
2. If your device (like LAN card) supports Gigabit auto-nego-
tiation, please try to manually set at a xed speed of your
device to solve this issue.
3. The VC-232G and the connected device’s power are on or
not.
4. The port’s cable is rmly seated in its connectors in the
switch and in the associated device.
5. The connecting cable is good and with the correct type.
6. The connecting device, including any network adapter, is func-
tional.
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8. FAQs
Q1: What is VDSL2?
A1: VDSL2 (Very High-Bit-Rate Digital Subscriber Line 2),
G.993.2 is the newest and most advanced standard of
xDSL broadband wire line communications.
Designed to support the wide deployment of Triple Play
services such as voice, data, high denition television
(HDTV) and interactive gaming, VDSL2 enables opera-
tors and carrier to gradually, exibly, and cost-effectively
upgrade the existing xDSL-infrastructure.
Q2: What is SNR and what’s the effect?
A2: In analog and digital communications, Signal-to-Noise
Ratio, often written as SNR, is a measure of signal strength
relative to background noise. The ratio is usually measured
in decibels (dB).
In digital communications, the SNR will probably cause a
reduction in data speed because of frequent errors that
require the source (transmitting) computer or terminal to
resend some packets of data. SNR measures the quality
of a transmission channel over a network channel. The
greater the ratio, the easier it is to identify and subsequently isolate and eliminate the source of noise.
Generally speaking, the higher SNR value gets, the better
the line quality gets, but performance is lower.
Q3: What is the best distance for VC-232G?
A3: In order to guarantee the stability and better quality of
network, we suggest the distance should not exceed 1.4
kilometers.
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9. Customer Support
Thank you for purchasing PLANET products. You can browse our
online FAQ resource and User’s Manual on PLANET Web site rst
to check if it could solve your issue. If you need more support
information, please contact PLANET switch support team.
PLANET online FAQ:
http://www.planet.com.tw/en/support/faq.php?type=1
Switch support team mail address:
support@planet.com.tw
Copyright © PLANET Technology Corp. 2017.
Contents are subject to revision without prior notice.
PLANET is a registered trademark of PLANET Technology Corp. All other
trademarks belong to their respective owners
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For the following equipment:
*Type of Product: 1-Port Gigabit Ethernet to VDSL2 Converter
*Model Number: VC-232G
* Produced by:
Manufacturer‘s Name : Planet Technology Corp.
Manufacturer‘s Address: 10F., No.96, Minquan Rd., Xindian Dist.,
New Taipei City 231, Taiwan, R.O.C.
is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the
Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive on (2014/30/EU).
For the evaluation regarding the EMC, the following standards were applied:
EC Declaration of Conformity
EN 55032 (2012/AC:2013)
EN 61000-3-2 (2014)
EN 61000-3-3 (2013)
EN 55024 (2010+A1:2015)
Responsible for marking this declaration if the:
Manufacturer Authorized representative established within the EU
Authorized representative established within the EU (if applicable):
Company Name: Planet Technology Corp.
Company Address: 10F., No.96, Minquan Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231, Taiwan,
Person responsible for making this declaration
Name, Surname Kent Kang
Position / Title : Director
Taiwan Oct. 27 , 2017
Place Date Legal Signature
R.O.C.
PLANET TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
10F., No.96, Minquan Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City, Taiwan, R.O.C. Tel:886-2-2219-9518 Fax:886-2-2219-9528
e-mail: sales@planet.com.tw http://www.planet.com.tw
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