Signamax 065-1063FSx series RS-232/422/485 to 100Base/FX Device Server / Media Converter
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About This Guide
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Welcome
Thank you for selecting the Signamax 065-1063FSx series RS-232/422/485 to
100BaseFX Device Server / Managed Media Converter. This unit is designed to
provide an RS-232/422/485 connection over twisted-pair cable where the connected
devices have RS-232/422/485 interfaces. By enabling serial devices such as CNCs
and PLCs to instantly connect to an existing Ethernet/ Fast Ethernet network, the 065-
1063FSx series Serial-to-Ethernet Device Server / Managed Media Converter
represents a robust solution for devices controllers for MIS personnel. This product can
either be used as a Device Server or a Managed Media Converter.
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Purpose
This guide discusses how to install and configure your 065-1063FSx series RS-
232/422/485 to 100BaseFX Device Server / Managed Media Converter.
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Terms/Usage
In this guide, the term “Device Server / Managed Media Converter” (first letter upper
case) refers to your 065-1063FSx series RS-232/422/485 to 100BaseFX Device
Server / Managed Media Converter, and “device server / media converter” (first letter
lower case) refers to other device servers / media converters.
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Features
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Device Server & Managed Media Converter Mode option
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Complies with EIA/TIA and IEEE standards
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100Mbps Fast Ethernet fiber port
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Supports 4-wire full duplex asynchronous serial data transmission (RS-422/485)
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Supports 2-wire half-duplex asynchronous serial data transmission (RS-485)
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Supports serial port asynchronous data rates up to 115.2 Kbps
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Extended distances up to 1.2 km (24 AWG) using RS-422/485
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Terminator feature improves signal quality and distance
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LEDs for ‘at-a-glance’ device status
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Wall mount or DIN-rail mountable installation
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Power range 9~32V DC
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FCC Class A & CE approved