
RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 over 
Fast Ethernet Media Converter
ICS-100 
ICS-102
ICS102-S15
Key Features
SERIAL INTERFACE
One RS-232/422/485 port to one 10/100Base-TX or 100Base-FX •  
Media Converter
Cost effective solution for RS-232 to Ethernet application• 
Supports RS-232, 4-wire RS-422 or 2/4-wire RS485 operation• 
Asynchronous serial data rates up to 921600b/s• 
Cost effective  solution for  RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485  to Ethernet 
application
PLANET ICS-10x series Media Converter / Device Server provide to 
converts Serial RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 communication interface over 
Fast Ethernet networking. There are RJ-45 and SC connectors and single-
mode/multi-mode media for your needs. Ethernet signal that allows two 
types of segments to connect easily, efficiently and inexpensively. This 
converter can be used as a stand-alone unit or as a slide-in module to the 
PLANET Media Converter Chassis (MC-700, MC-1000 and MC-1500). It’s 
time saving expense for user and SI, no need to replace the existing Serial 
equipment and software system.
Extend distance
It extends the distance of deploying Serial equipments and hosts. 
The selectable fiber-Optic wires on the basis of distance are provided. 
Therefore, this product will perfectly satisfy the diverse demands while 
providing reliable and efficient network solutions based on the distance 
and budgets of installation.
Remote Manageable 
The ICS-10x make connected Serial equipment becomes IP-based. That 
also makes them be able to connect to a TCP/IP networking immediately. 
Each Web-Smart converter is able to manage Web Interface. The powerful 
Web-Smart Media Converter supports Application mode, Serial operation 
mode connect alarm and IP address, etc. It helps reduce the amount of 
valuable time that a network administrator spends detecting and locating 
network problems, otherwise it requires visual inspection of cabling and 
equipment. Multiple connection options for large networking environment 
are available as well.
ETHERNET INTERFACE
Complies with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u 10/100Base-TX, •  
100Base-FX standard
Supports auto MDI/MDI-X function on RJ-45 Port• 
Choice of fiber-connector from SC, multi-mode / single-mode •  
fiber
SMART FUNCTIONS 
Standard TCP/IP interface and versatile operation modes• 
Software Protocol Support ARP, ICMP, TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP server, •  
DHCP client, Telnet server/client 
Built-in IP-Base Web interface for remote management• 
Serial Operation mode selected via Web management• 
Pair Connection mode for connecting two serial devices over a •  
network
PLANET Smart Discovery utility automatically finds xxx devices •  
on the network
Firmware upgrade via HTTP protocol• 
HARDWARE
Compact size for easy Installation:• 
> Standalone - Wall mountable or DIN-Rail mounting (Optional 
accessory)
> Co-work with PLANET MC family Media Chassis ( MC-
700/1000R/1500)
LED indicators for easy network diagnose• 
Reset Button at the front panel for reset to factory default• 
Data Sheet
1

Applications
Access Control System – traditional 
installation
Most of the enterprise and government use 
access control plate and Mifare or RFID to 
authorize entrance identity. With traditional 
deploy, access control machine use RS-232 or 
RS-485 serial interface and cables connect to 
login server. With connection to ICS-10x Serial 
over Fast Ethernet Converter, the access control 
machine is able to be extend over longer 
distances via fiber optical interface. The distance 
can be up to 20km in a local range. Or the ICS10x can be linked to a XDSL router to get the 
internet access capability; the access control can 
be set and monitored over the internet.
Process Control
To monitor, configure and manage the 
Robot conveyer including other machines in 
manufacturing, PLC (Programmable Logical 
Control) is required. The PLC is used to drive 
above the manufacturing process. The ICS-10x 
can be set to TCP Server mode and connect 
the PLC. The administrator can configure and 
set command settings through Fast Ethernet 
intranet to control the PLC, the administrator 
and workstation.  There is no need to be always 
by the side of the I/O machine.
ICS-100 
ICS-102
ICS-102S15
RTU Data Collect – UDP Mode
Connect with RTU (Remote Terminal Unit) to 
collect and monitor the data of waves, signal 
and power utilization. ICS-10x can be used setup UDP mode and send data over Fast Ethernet 
to Local server or over internet to remote server 
automatically.
Surveillance motion control – Pair 
Connection Mode
Using pair connection along with fiber optical 
patch cord, the ICS-10x extend RS-232 / RS-422 
/ RS-485 interfaces distance from surveillance 
and scanner to the control keyboard/joystick 
which is installed in the remote monitor center.
Data Sheet
2
PLANET Technology  Corporation
11F, No.  96, Min Chuan  Road, Hsin Tien,  Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C. 
Tel: 886-2-2219-9518     Fax: 886-2-2219-9528 
Email: sales@planet.com.tw      www.planet.com.tw 
VoIP Gateway:  vip.planet.com.tw
PLANET reserves the right to change specications without prior notice. All brand names and trademarks are property of  
their respective owners. Copyright © 2008 PLANET Technology Corp. All rights reserved.

Specification
Product RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 over Fast Ethernet Media Converter
Model ICS-100 ICS-102 ICS-102S15
Serial Port
Interface RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 
Connector 3-in-1 DB9 
Baud rate (Data Rate) 110bps to 921K bps 
Data Bits 5,6,7,8 
Stop Bit 1,2 
Flow Control None, RTS/CTS, Xon/Xoff
RS-232: TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND
Signals
Fast Ethernet Port
Standard 10/100Base-TX 100Base-FX 
Connector RJ-45 SC 
Mode - Multi-Mode Single Mode 
Distance 100m 2km 15km 
Optical Wavelength - 1300nm 1310nm
Cable Twisted-pair
Protection Built-in 1.5KV magnetic isolation
Hardware
LED Indicators
Management
Operation Mode
Dimension(W x D x H) 97 x 70 x 26 mm 
Weight 200g 
Power Supply External Power Adaptor 5V DC / 2A max. 
Power Consumption 5.5 Watts (max) 
Mechanical Metal
Environment
Emissions FCC Class A, CE Certification Class A
Standards
Regulatory Approval RoHS 
Compatible Media 
Converter Chassis 
Note. Reset Button at the rear panel for reset to factory default
RS-422: Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, RxRS-485(2-wire): Data+, DataRS-485(4-wire): Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-
50/125μm or 62.5/125μm 
multi-mode fiber cable
System: Power 
TP or Fiber Port:  Link / Active 
Serial Port:  Serial port mode, RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 
Web Management 
PLANET Smart Discovery Utility 
VCOM 
Virtual COM Port 
TCP Server 
TCP Client 
UDP Client 
Pair Connection
Operating Temperature: 0~50 Degree C 
Storage Temperature: -10~70 Degree C 
Operating Humidity: 10%~90% RH 
Storage Humidity: 5%~90% RH
• IEEE 802.3  10Base-T, 
• IEEE 802.3u  100Base-TX / 100Base-FX
• EIA/TIA RS-232/422/485
MC-700 / 1000R / 1500
ICS-100 
ICS-102
ICS-102S15
9/125μm 
single-mode cable
Data Sheet
3

Ordering Information
ICS-100 RS-232/422/485 over Fast Ethernet Media Converter (RJ-45) – 100m
ICS-101* RS-232/422/485 over Fast Ethernet Media Converter (ST, MM) – 2km
ICS-102 RS-232/422/485 over Fast Ethernet Media Converter (SC, MM) – 2km
ICS-102S15 RS-232/422/485 over Fast Ethernet Media Converter (SC, SM) – 15km
ICS-105A* RS-232/422/485 over Fast Ethernet Media Converter (SFP) – Vary on module
(*): Upon by request 
Accessories
RKE-DIN DIN-Rail Mounting Kit
Available Modules
FT-80x 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Fast Ethernet Media Converter
FT-90x 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Web Smart Media Converter
FST-80x 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Fast Ethernet Media Converter
IFT-802 Industrial 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Smart Media Converter
MC-700 10” 7-Slot Media Converter Chassis
MC-1000R 19” 10-Slot Media Converter Chassis (Optional Redundant Power)
MC-1500 19” 14-Slot Media Converter Chassis
ICS-100 
ICS-102
ICS-102S15
Data Sheet
4
PLANET Technology Corporation
11F, No. 96, Min Chuan Road, Hsin Tien, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C. 
Tel: 886-2-2219-9518   Fax: 886-2-2219-9528 
Email: sales@planet.com.tw    www.planet.com.tw 
VoIP Gateway: vip.planet.com.tw
PLANET reserves the right to change specications without prior notice. All brand names and trademarks are property of 
their respective owners. Copyright © 2008 PLANET Technology Corp. All rights reserved.
04-08  C-ICS10X