Transition Networks CFETF1011-205 User Manual

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Cable Specifications . . . . . . . . . .10

Technical Specifications . . . . . . .12

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Compliance Information . . . . . . .15

* Typical maximum cable distance.

Actual distance is dependent upon the
physical characteristics of the network
installation.

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33234.J

Part Number Port One - Copper

100Base-TX

Port Two - Duplex Fiber-Optic
100Base-FX

CFETF1011-205 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

ST, 1300 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*

CFETF1013-205 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

SC, 1300 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*

CFETF1014-205 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

SC, 1310 nm single mode
20 km (12.4 miles)*

CFETF1015-205 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

SC, 1310 nm single mode
40 km (24.9 miles)*

CFETF1016-205 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

SC, 1310 nm single mode
60 km (32.3 miles)*

CFETF1017-205 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

SC, 1550 nm single mode
80 km (49.7 miles)*

CFETF1018-205 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

MT-RJ, 1300 nm multimode
2 km (1.2 miles)*

CFETF1019-205 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

LC, 1310 nm single mode
20 km (12.4 miles)*

CFETF1039-205 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

LC, 1300 nm multimode, 2 km (1.2

miles)*

User’s Guide

CFETF10xx-205

Slide-in-Module Media Converter

• Fast Ethernet

• Copper to Fiber

• 100Base-TX to 100Base-FX

Transition Networks CFETF10xx-205 series Fast
Ethernet 100Base-TX to 100Base-FX media
converters connect 100Base-TX twisted-pair copper
cable to multimode or single mode 100Base-FX
fiber-optic cable. The CFETF10xx-205 is also
designed to be installed in a PointSystem™ chassis.

The CFETF1029-2xx model is the single mode, single fiber version of the media
converter. For more information, see the CFETF1029-2xx user’s guide #33244 at:
www.transition.com.

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Compliance Information

CISPR22/EN55022 Class A & B + EN55024
CE Mark

FCC Regulations

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A & B 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 the user's own expense.

Canadian Regulations

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A & B limits for radio noise for digital
apparatus set out on the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de la Class A & B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

CAUTION: RJ connectors are NOT INTENDED FOR CONNECTION TO THE
PUBLIC TELEPHONE NETWORK. Failure to observe this caution could result in
damage to the public telephone network.

Der Anschluss dieses Gerätes an ein öffentlickes Telekommunikationsnetz in den EG­Mitgliedstaaten verstösst gegen die jeweligen einzelstaatlichen Gesetze zur Anwendung der
Richtlinie 91/263/EWG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften der Mitgliedstaaten über
Telekommunikationsendeinrichtungen einschliesslich der gegenseitigen Anerkennung ihrer
Konformität.

In accordance with European Union Directive 2002/96/EC of the European
Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003, Transition Networks will accept
post usage returns of this product for proper disposal. The contact information for
this activity can be found in the 'Contact Us' portion of this document.

* Typical maximum cable distance. Actual distance is dependent on the physical

characteristics of the network. (TX) = transmit (RX) = receive

CFETF1017-353 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

SC, 1530 nm single mode, CWDM
80km (49.7.miles)*

CFETF1017-351 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

SC, 1510 nm single mode, CWDM
80km (49.7.miles)*

CFETF1017-355 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

SC, 1550 nm single mode, CWDM
80km (49.7.miles)*

CFETF1017-357 RJ-45

100 m (328 ft)*

SC, 1570 nm single mode, CWDM
80km (49.7.miles)*

Part Number Port One - Copper

100Base-TX

Port Two - Duplex Fiber-Optic
100Base-FX

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Installation

CAUTION: Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic discharge

precautions when setting the 4-position switch and the jumpers. Failure to
observe this caution could result in damage to, and subsequent failure of, the
media converter.

Set the 4-Position Switch

• The 4-position switch is
located on the circuit board.

• Use a small flat-blade
screwdriver to set the
recessed switches.

1. Auto-Negotiation

up = Advertises 100 Mb/s Full-Duplex and Half-Duplex (only during

Auto-Negotiation).

down = Disables Auto-Negotiation. Operates at 100 Mb/s in the mode

(either full- or half-duplex) of the attached device.

2. Pause

(Applies ONLY if switch “1” is up AND the media converter is connected

to auto negotiating device(s) capable of Pause Control Frame.)

up = Allows negotiation of Pause Control Frame.

down = Does not allow negotiation of Pause Control Frame.

3. Link Pass-Through

up = Enables Link Pass-Through.

down = Disables Link Pass-Through.

4. Far-End Fault

up = Enables Far-End Fault.

down = Disables Far-End Fault.

Set the hardware/software Jumper

• The header for the jumper is located on the circuit board labeled “H”
hardware mode and “S” software mode.

• Use small needle-nose pliers to remove and position the jumper.

Hardware The four DIP switches control the function

of the board in hardware mode. You can
only view status via the Web or Focal
Point interface.

Software Software controls the function of the

board. The DIP switches do not function
in software mode.

Contact Us

Technical Support

Technical support is available 24 hours a day.
US and Canada: 1-800-260-1312
International: 00-1-952-941-7600

Transition Now

Chat live via the Web with Transition Networks Technical Support.
Log onto www.transition.com and click the Transition Now link.

Web-Based Seminars

Transition Networks provides seminars via live web-based training.
Log onto www.transition.com and click the Learning Center link.

E-Mail

Ask a question anytime by sending an e-mail to our technical support staff.
[e-mail]

Address

Transition Networks
10900 Red Circle Drive Minnetonka, MN 55343, U.S.A.
telephone: [phone]
toll free: 800-526-9267
fax: [phone]

Declaration of Conformity

Name of Mfg: Transition Networks

10900 Red Circle Drive, Minnetonka MN 55343 U.S.A.
Model: CFETF10xx-205 Series Media Converters
Part Number(s): CFETF1011-205, CFETF1013-205, CFETF1014-205, CFETF1015-205,

CFETF1016-205, CFETF1017-205, CFETF1018-205, CFETF1019-205,
CFETF1039-205

Regulation: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC

Purpose: To declare that the

CFETF10xx-205

to which this declaration refers is in

conformity with the following standards.
CISPR 22: 1997+A1:2000; EN 55022:1998 A1:2000 Class A & B; EN 55024:1998; FCC

Part 15 Subpart B; EN 61000-2-3:1995 A14:2000, EN 61000-3-3:1995; 21 CFR subpart J

I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above

Directive(s) and Standard(s).

May, 2008___

Stephen Anderson, Vice-President of Engineering Date

Auto-Negotiation (up = enabled)

Pause (up = enabled)

Link Pass Through (up = enabled)

Far End Fault

(up = enabled)

1234

H

Hardware Mode

H S

Software Mode

S

CFETF10xx-205

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Installation

-- Continued

Set the AutoCross™ Jumper

When the AutoCross feature is activated, it allows either straight-through or
crossover cables to be used when connecting to 100Base-TX devices.
AutoCross determines the characteristics of the connection and automatically
configures the unit to link up, regardless of the cable configuration.

• The jumper is located on the circuit board labeled “D” and “E”.

• Use small needle-nose pliers to remove and position the jumper.

Disable Either straight-through or crossover

twisted-pair copper cable must be
installed, according to the site
requirements.

Enable The media converter connects

automatically to either straight-through or
crossover twisted-pair copper cable.

NOTE: AutoCross is enabled by default.” Transition networks recommends
leaving the jumper in the “enable” position.

Install the media converter

CAUTION: Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic discharge

precautions when installing the CFETF10xx-205 media converter. Failure to
observe this caution could result in damage to or failure of, the media converter.

1. Carefully slide the media converter into the slot, aligning it with the slot
guides.

2. Ensure that the converter is firmly seated into the slot.

3. Push in and rotate the attached panel fastener screw clockwise to secure
the converter to the chassis.

Troubleshooting

If the media converter fails, isolate and correct the failure by determining the
answers to the following questions and then taking the indicated action:

1. Is the PWR LED on the media converter illuminated?
NO

• Is the media converter installed properly in the chassis?

• Is the power cord properly installed in the chassis and at the external

power source?

• Does the external power source provide power?

• Contact Technical Support: 1-800-260-1312 (Int’l: 00-1-952-7600).
YES

• Proceed to step 2.

2. Is the LKC LED on the media converter illuminated?
NO

• Check the twisted-pair cables for proper connection.

• Contact Technical Support: 1-800-260-1312 (Int’l: 00-1-952-7600).
YES

• Proceed to step 3.

3. Is the LKF LED on the media converter illuminated?
NO

• Check the fiber cables for proper connection.

• Verify that the TX and RX cables on the media converter are

connected to the RX and TX ports, respectively, on the other device.

• Contact Technical Support: 1-800-260-1312 (Int’l: 00-1-952-7600).
YES

• Proceed to step 4.

4. Is the RXC LED on the media converter flashing?
NO

• If there is no activity on the 100Base-TX port, proceed to step 5.

• If there is activity on the 100Base-TX port, disconnect and reconnect

the 100Base-TX cable to restart the initialization process.

• Restart the workstation to restart the initialization process.

• Contact Technical Support: 1-800-260-1312 (Int’l: 00-1-952-7600).
YES

• Proceed to step 5.

5. Is the RXF LED on the media converter flashing?
NO

• If there is activity on the 100Base-FX port, disconnect and reconnect

the 100Base-FX cable to restart the initialization process.

• Verify that the TX and RX cables on the media converter are

connected to the RX and TX ports, respectively, on the other device.

• Restart the workstation to restart the initialization process.

• Contact Technical Support: 1-800-260-1312 (Int’l: 00-1-952-7600).
YES

• Contact Technical Support: 1-800-260-1312 (Int’l: 00-1-952-7600).

DE

Disable AutoCross

D

Enable AutoCross

Point System Chassis

Panel Fastener

Slot

Media Converter

E

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Installation -- Continued

Connect the Fiber Cable

1. Locate a 100Base-FX compliant fiber cable with male, two-stranded TX to
RX connectors installed at both ends.

2. Connect the fiber cables to the CFETF10xx-205 media converter as
described:

• Connect the male TX cable connector to the female TX port.

• Connect the male RX cable connector to the female RX port.

3. Connect the fiber cables to the other device (another media converter,
hub, etc.) as described:

• Connect the male TX cable connector to the female RX port.

• Connect the male RX cable connector to the female TX port.

Connect the Twisted-Pair Copper Cable

1. Locate or build 100Base-TX compliant cables, with male RJ-45
connectors installed at both ends.

2. Connect the RJ-45 connector at one end of the cable to the RJ-45 port on
the CFETF10xx-205 media converter.

3. Connect the RJ-45 connector at the other end of the cable to the RJ-45
port on the other device (switch, workstation, etc.).

Technical Specifications

For use with Transition Networks Model CFETF10xx-205 or equivalent.

Standards IEEE 802.3™

Data Rate 100 Mb/s

Dimensions 3.4" x 5.0" x 0.87" (86 x 185 x 22 mm)

Weight 3 oz (91 g) (approximate)

Power Consumption 3.5 watts, 200 mA @ 13.9 VDC

MTBF 382,956 hours (MIL217F2 V5.0) (MIL-HDBK-217F)

1,456,260 hours (Bellcore7 V5.0)

Environment Tmra*: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F )

Storage Temp: -20 to 85°C (-4 to 185°F )
Humidity 5 to 95%, non condensing
Altitude 0 to 10,000 feet

Warranty Lifetime

*Manufacturer’s rated ambient temperature: Tmra range for the CFETF10xx-205
media converter depends on the physical characteristics and the installation
configuration of the PointSystem™ chassis, in which the module will be
installed.

The information in this user’s guide is subject to change. For the most up-to-date
information on the CFETF10xx-205 media converter, view the user’s guide on­line at: www.transition.com

This product is certified by the manufacturer to comply with DHHS Rule 21/CFR,
Subchapter J applicable at the date of manufacture.

CAUTION:

Visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Do not stare into

the beam or view directly with optical instruments.

CAUTION:

Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other

than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Connect fiber cable
to media converter
as shown.

RX
TX

Connect fiber cable

to other device

(media converter,

hub, etc.) as shown

RX

TX

Point System Chassis

RJ-45 Port

Media Converter

RJ-45 Port

On other device

(workstation, switch, etc.)

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Operation

Status LEDs

The CFETF10xx-205 media converter is designed to operate
without user intervention. Use the status LEDs to monitor the
media converter operation in the network.

PWR On Connection to external power.

LKF On The fiber link has been established.

LKC On The copper link has been established.

RXF Flashing The fiber link is receiving data.

RXC Flashing The copper link is receiving data.

Product Features

Auto-Negotiation

The Auto-Negotiation feature allows the CFETF10xx-205 media converter to
automatically configure itself to achieve the best possible mode of operation
over a link. The media converter broadcasts its speed (100 Mb/s) and duplex
capabilities (full or half) to the other devices and negotiates the best mode of
operation. Auto-Negotiation allows quick and easy installation because the
optimal link is established automatically. No user intervention is required.

A scenario where the media converter is linked to a non-negotiating device,
disable Auto-Negotiation. In this instance, the mode of operation will drop to
the least common denominator between the two devices (e.g., 100 Mb/s,
half-duplex). Disabling this feature enables forcing the connection to the best
mode of operation.

Half-Duplex Network (512-Bit Rule)

In a half-duplex network, the maximum cable lengths are determined by the
round trip delay limitations of each Fast Ethernet collision domain. (A collision

domain is the longest path between any two terminal devices, e.g., a
terminal, switch, or router.)

The 512-Bit Rule determines the maximum length of cable permitted by
calculating the round-trip delay in bit-times (BTU) of a particular collision
domain. If the result is less than or equal to 512 BTU, the path is good.

For more information on the 512-Bit Rule, see the white paper titled “Collision
Domains” on the Transition Networks website at: www.transition.com

Cable Specifications

-- Continued

CFETF1029-2xx 1300 nm multimode

Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -30.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 11 dB

CFETF1017-351 1510 nm multimode

Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -5.0 dBm max: 0.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Link Budget: 29 dB

CFETF1017-353 1530 nm multimode

Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -5.0 dBm max: 0.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Link Budget: 29 dB

CFETF1017-355 1550 nm multimode

Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -5.0 dBm max: 0.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Link Budget: 29 dB

CFETF1017-357 1570 nm multimode

Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -5.0 dBm max: 0.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Link Budget: 29 dB

The fiber optic transmitters on this device meet Class I Laser safety
requirements per IEC-825/CDRH standards and comply with 21
CFR1040.10 and 21CFR1040.11.

RFX

RXC

TX

RX

CFETF205

PWR

LKF

LKC

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Operation -- Continued

Full-Duplex Network

In a full-duplex network, maximum cable lengths are determined by the type
of cables used. See page 1 (front cover) for available CFETF10xx-205 models.

The 512-Bit Rule does not apply in a full-duplex network.

Pause Control Frame

The pause control feature can improve network performance by allowing one
end of the link to signal the other to discontinue frame transmission for a set
period of time to relieve buffer congestion.

NOTE: If the pause control feature is present on ALL network devices attached
to the media converter(s), enable the pause control feature on the media
converter(s). Otherwise, disable this feature.

Link Pass-Through

When the Link Pass-Through feature is activated, it allows the media
converter to monitor both the fiber and copper RX (receive) ports for loss of
signal. In the event of a loss of an RX signal (1), the media converter will
automatically disable the TX (transmit) signal (2), thus, “passing through” the
link loss (3). The far-end device is notified automatically of the link loss (4),
which prevents the loss of valuable data transmitted unknowingly over an
invalid.

Far-End Fault

When a fault occurs on an incoming fiber link (1), the media converter
transmits a Far-End Fault signal on the outgoing fiber link (2). In addition, the
Far-End Fault signal also activates the Link Pass-Through, which in turn
disables the link on the copper portion of the network (3) and (4).

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pp

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Cable Specifications

The physical characteristics must meet or exceed IEEE 802.3™ specifications.

Fiber Cable

Bit Error Rate: <10-9
Single mode fiber (recommended): 9 µm
Multimode fiber (recommended): 62.5/125 µm
Multimode fiber (optional): 100/140, 85/140, 50/125 µm

CFETF1011-205 1300 nm multimode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -30.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 11.0 dB

CFETF1013-205 1300 nm multimode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -30.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 11.0 dB

CFETF1014-205 1310 nm single mode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -15.0 dBm max: -8.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -31.0 dBm max: -8.0 dBm
Link Budget: 16.0 dB

CFETF1015-205 1310 nm single mode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -8.0 dBm max: -2.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -7.0 dBm
Link Budget: 26.0 dB

CFETF1016-205 1310 nm single mode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -5.0 dBm max: 0.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -7.0 dBm
Link Budget: 29.0 dB

CFETF1017-205 1550 nm single mode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -5.0 dBm max: 0.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -34.0 dBm max: -7.0 dBm
Link Budget: 29.0 dB

CFETF1018-205 1300 nm multimode
Fiber Optic Transmitter Power: min: -19.0 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Fiber Optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -33.5 dBm max: -14.0 dBm
Link Budget: 14.5 dB

CFETF1019-205 1310 nm single mode
Fiber-optic Transmitter Power: min: -15.2 dBm max: -8.0 dBm
Fiber-optic Receiver Sensitivity: min: -32.5 dBm max: -3.0 dBm
Link Budget: 17.3 dB

media converter A

disables the fiber TX link

Near-End

Device

original fault

on the co

1

er link

Media

Converter A

2

original fault

on the fiber link

Near-End

Device

media converter A

disables the copper link

4

Media

Converter A

1

Far-End Fault
signal is sent

media converter B

loses the fiber RX link

3

Converter B

2

Converter B

Media

disables the co

Media

disables the copper link

Far-End

Device

4

media converter B

media converter B

er lin

Far-End
Device

3

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Cable Specifications

Copper Cable

Category 5: (minimum requirement)

Gauge 24 to 22 AWG
Attenuation 22.0 dB /100m @ 100 MHz
Maximum Cable Distance 100 meters

• Straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cable may be used.

• Shielded twisted-pair or unshielded twisted-pair may be used.

• Pins 1&2 and 3&6 are the two active pairs in an Ethernet network .

• Use only dedicated wire pairs for the active pins:

(e.g., blue/white & white/blue, orange/white & white/orange, etc.)

• Do not use flat or silver satin wire.

Operation -- Continued

SUMP

See the on-line documentation that comes with Transition Networks
FocalPoint™ software for applicable commands and usage.

Use SUMP at an attached terminal or at a remote location to monitor the
following media converter activities:

• Media-converter power

• Copper link and fiber link status

• Twisted-pair cable length

• Hardware switch settings

• Fault condition

Also, use SUMP to enter network commands that:

• Enable/disable full-/half-duplex

• Enable/disable Link Pass-Through (LPT)

• Enable/disable Far-End Fault (FEF)

• Enable/disable Pause

• Enable/disable AutoCross

• Power down the media converter

Straight-Through Cable Crossover Cable

Twisted Pair #1

Twisted Pair #2

Twisted Pair #1

Twisted Pair #2