BLACK BOX ME661A-MST Extender Fiber User Manual

ME661A-MST Extender Fiber
User Manual

ME661A-MST Extender Fiber

Flex Point™ 232

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Overview and Description:

The FlexPoint™ 232 converts between asynchronous RS-232 and fiber with baud- rate auto-sensing, supporting speeds of up to 115,200 baud. The following multimode (MM) and single-mode (SM) models are described here:

Power Adapter Notice:

1. When Using in a stand-alone configuration, this product is intended to be and must be used only with a Listed Direct Plug-In Power Unit marked “Class VI” and rated at 9VDC, 1 Amp.
2. This product should always be used only with the supplied power unit .
3. Models shipped with international power supplies are capable of auto switching from 100-230V, and are supplied with a U.S. type NEMA 5-15 power cable.
4. For products being shipped outside of the U.S., the user is required to install a properly grounded IEC 320 appliance cable with a minimum rating of 10 AMPs.
5. User-supplied cables must meet the required safety agency approvals, applicable international standards and electrical ratings for the region.

WARNING!
Before inserting the Power Adapter, verify that the power on the unit is appropriate for your AC line voltage source.
Mounting and Cable Attachment:
The FlexPoint 232 can be solo-mounted using a wall-mounting kit or the DIN- Rail kit. It can also be rack-mounted using a 5-position shelf or a high- density 14-unit FlexPoint Powered Chassis.
RS-232 Cable Attachment:
Attach the FlexPoint 232 port via a male DB9 terminated or unterminated straight through RS-232 serial cable to a DTE or DCE device.
Note: Use RS-232 cables that are compliant with the specifications that are outlined in RS-232 cable specifications.
Fiber Optic Cable Attachment:
Connect the fiber cables between the two FlexPoint 232 converters. The transmit (Tx) must attach to the receive side and the receive (Rx) must attach to the transmit side.
Note: Use fiber cables that are compliant with the specifications that are outlined in fiber cable specifications.
Switch Settings:
DB9 to DTE / DB9 to DCE Switch:
When connecting the RS-232 cable to terminal equipment such as a computer or controller, set the switch to “DTE”, up. When connecting to communication equipment such as a modem or printer, set the switch to “DCE”, down (factory setting).
(Please refer to pin assignments for more detailed information)
Fiber Loopback Switch:
This switch will allow the entire fiber segment to be tested at either of the FlexPoint 232 converters without having to set switches on both units simultaneously. When this switch is set to “Fiber Loopback”, the local unit’s fiber Tx port will be encoded to carry a remote loopback protocol over the fiber cable. This remote loopback protocol will set the far end FlexPoint 232 converter to a loopback mode of operation and return a signal over the fiber cable to the originating unit. An LED on the local and remote FlexPoint 232 converters will blink fast to show a confirmation that the fiber segment is communicating properly between the converters. A slow blink will indicate an error condition over the fiber segment. By returning the switch to the “normal” position the converters will resume to normal operation.

Fiber Cable Specifications:

Multimode (standard)

Multimode (long-haul)

Single mode

RS-232 Cable Specifications:

LED Indicators:

Switches:

FlexPoint 232 Pin Assignments

TRADEMARKS

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial  environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to be cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.

OFFICIAL MEXICAN STANDARDS (NOM)

ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT

1. All safety and operating instructions must be be read before the electrical appliance is operated.

2. The safety and operating instructions must be saved for future reference.

3. All warnings on the electrical appliance and its operating instructions must be followed.

4. All operating and usage instructions must be followed.

5. The electrical appliance should not be used near water—e.g. near bathtub, sink, wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc.

6. The electrical appliance must be used only with trolleys or pedestals that are recommended by the manufacturer.

7. The electrical appliance must be mounted to the wall or to the ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

8. Service—The user must not attempt to service the electrical equipment beyond what is described in the instructions of operation. All other services must be referred to qualified service personnel.

9. The electrical appliance must be located in such a way that its position does not interfere with its use. The placement of the device electric on a bed, sofa, carpet or  surface similar can block ventilation, should not be placed on bookcases or cabinets that prevent airflow through the ventilation holes.

10. Electrical equipment must be located out of the reach of heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

11. The electrical device must be connected to a source of power only of the type described in the operating instructions, or as indicated on the appliance.

12. Precaution must be taken in such a way that the physical earth and the polarization of the equipment is not eliminated.

13. The cables of the power source must be routed in such a way that so that they are not stepped on or pinched by objects placed on or against them, putting particular attention to the contacts and receptacles where they come out of the apparatus.

14. Electrical equipment should only be cleaned from according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.

15. If it exists, an external antenna must be located away from power lines.

16. The power cord should be unplugged from the when the equipment is not used for a long period of time.

17. Care must be taken in such a way that objects liquids are not spilled on the cover or holes of ventilation.

18. Service by qualified personnel must be provided when:

A: The power cord or contact has been damaged; or

B: Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled inside of the apparatus; either

C: The appliance has been exposed to rain; either

D: The device does not seem to operate normally or shows a change in your performance; either

E: The device has been dropped or its cover has been damaged.

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