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Table of Contents
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement .................................................... ii
Limited Lifetime Warranty .................................................................................. ii
About the iMcV-DS3/E3/STS .............................................................................. 1
Installating an iMcV-DS3/E3/STS ......................................................................... 1
Configuration Instructions .................................................................................. 1
Requirements ..................................................................................................... 1
DIP Switches ...................................................................................................... 3
LED Operation ................................................................................................. 11
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 12
Specifications ................................................................................................... 13
B&B Electronics Technical Support ................................................................... 14
Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines ....................................................................... 15
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions ................................................................... 16
Safety Certifications .......................................................................................... 17
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About the iMcV-DS3/E3/STS
iMcV-DS3/E3/STS is an SNMP-manageable module which converts thin coax signals
to single-mode or multi-mode fiber signals at a data rate of 45 Mbps (DS3), 34 Mbps
(E3) or 52 Mbps (STS). Each iMcV-DS3/E3/STS, BNC/FX module includes one pair of
BNC connectors and one pair of ST or SC fiber optic connectors. This module must
be installed in either, an SNMP-manageable iMediaChassis chassis or an unmanaged
MediaChassis chassis.
Also available for single-strand fiber, iMcV-DS3/E3/STS, BNC/SSFX includes one pair
of BNC connectors and an SC fiber optic connector. iMcV-DS3/E3/STS, BNC/SSFX
modules allow two wavelengths, for example, (1310 nm and 1550 nm) to share one
fiber strand, essentially doubling the capacity of installed fiber.
iMcV-DS3/E3/STS modules must be deployed in pairs (one at each end of a
conversion). The data transmitted on the fiber ports can only be received and
interpreted by the receive fiber of another iMcV-DS3/E3/STS. The single strand
versions must have opposite transmit and receive wavelengths (for example one that
transmits at 1310 nm must be paired with another that receives at 1550 nm).
Installating an iMcV-DS3/E3/STS
iMcV-DS3/E3/STS modules can be installed in any iMediaChassis, MediaChassis or IE-
MediaChassis series (remote modules can also be installed in any unmanaged
MediaChassis series or managed iMediaChassis series). Each module requires one
slot in the chassis. To install a module, remove the blank brackets covering the slots
where the module is to be installed (if present) by removing the screws on the outside
edges of the bracket. Slide the module into the chassis card guides, until the module
is securely seated in the connector. Secure the module to the chassis by tightening
the captive screw. Save any blanks removed during installation for future use.
Configuration Instructions
Proper configuration of the iMcV-DS3/E3/STS is required for maximum performance
and reliability. The following sections describe the prerequisites and the
configurations available for both managed and unmanaged modules.
Requirements
The iMcV-DS3/E3/STS is designed to conform to many DS3/E3/STS-based
environments. Make sure that all of the relevant information about the expected
installation environment is available before configuring the module. This information
includes the following:
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Distance of the coax run
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Distance of the fiber run
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Troubleshooting requirements.
