TC3200 100Base-Tx Ethernet Fiber Converter - Fiber Optic Modems, Multiplexers, Multidrop (SCADA) Modem, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485,V.35, T1/E1, T3/E3, Intercom/V

Applications

The TC3200R/S is typically used to interconnect 100 Mbps switching hubs, workstations or any other Fast Ethernet compliant device at distances up to 100km. It is also used to convert or connect FDDI-UTP to fiber optics.

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Description

Featuring connectivity distances up to 100km, the TC3200R/S Media Converter converts or connects 100Mbps¹ Fast Ethernet Unshielded Twisted Pair (100Base-TX) to single mode or multimode fiber optics (100Base-FX). It is commonly used to interconnect network bridges, hubs, or workstation cards. It also can convert or connect FDDI-UTP to fiber optics. The TC3200S is the standalone/wallmount unit. The TC3200R rackmount version fits into TCRM192 or TCRM196 19" rackmount card cages.

Completely transparent to the network, the TC3200R/S is ideal for integrating UTP and fiber optics in any Fast Ethernet network. Designed with modern Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) technology, it operates efficiently even during high-demand traffic loads.

Dry contact alarms are provided for connection to remote network management systems. A local loopback feature, five LED indicators, and an Uplink/Downlink slide switch are provided on the front panel to assist in installation & troubleshooting.

The TC3200R/S is available both multimode (1300nm) and single mode (1300nm & 1550nm). Fiber optic connectors are ST or FC. The UTP connector is RJ-45 female. Power is 12VDC @ 350mA (standard); optional power sources include 24VDC, -48VDC, or 115/230VAC with an external power cube. An extreme temperature version (-20° to 70°C), Model TC3200T, is also available.

A terminal block connector on the rear panel provides for the dry contact relay alarm. Normally in the OPEN position, any loss of electrical or optical signal will trigger an alarm condition and force the switch to the CLOSED position. This relay can be used in conjunction with an external device to monitor the condition of the link.

¹Note: The TC3200 only accepts 100Mbps signal. An Autosensing 10/100 Ethernet port must first be dedicated/forced to 100Mbps before connecting to the TC3200.

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Technical Specifications

Data Rate
100 Mbps
Optical
Transmitter	ELED, ELED, LASER*
Receiver	PIN Diode
Wavelength	1300nm Multimode 1300nm, 1550nm Single Mode
Fiber Optic Connectors	ST or FC
Loss Budget* (850nm, 1300nm, 1550nm)	Multimode (62.5/125µm): 15dB Single Mode (9/125µm): 15dB
Electrical
Interface	100Base-Tx Fast Ethernet
Connector	(UTP) RJ45 Female
System
Bit Error Rate	1 in 10⁹ or better
* Contact factory for higher requirements

ALARM
Dry Contact	Normal OPEN
Visual Indicators
Power Status	PWRA, PWRB, Vcc
UTP Signal Status	UTPLST
Optic Signal Status	SYNC
Power
Standard	12VDC @ 600 mA
Optional	115/230VAC (with external power cube)
Temperature
Operating	0° to 50°C
Hi-Temp (optional)	-20° to 70°C
Storage	-40° to 90°C
Humidity	95% non-condensing
Physical (Wallmount Base Unit)
Height	(3.53 cm) 1.4"
Width	(18.14 cm) 7.1"
Depth	(16.57 cm) 6.5"
Weight	(501 gm) 1.1 lbs.

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