IMC Networks 9830 User Manual
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About IE–ModeConverter
The IE–ModeConverter is a pure mode converter that converts any fiber optics type
to any other fiber optics type. This product is a Protocol independent converter and
is not intended for applications that require retiming or any Layer 2 functions. The
IE–ModeConverter supports extended temperature operation.
to any other fiber optics type. This product is a Protocol independent converter and
is not intended for applications that require retiming or any Layer 2 functions. The
IE–ModeConverter supports extended temperature operation.
The IE–ModeConverter requires two small form-factor (SFP) modules (sold
separately), which provide greater fiber flexibility in the network environment. The
hot-swappable nature of the SFPs and the numerous fiber modes and types available
in SFPs allow for easy configuration and future upgrading as network demands
evolve. The SFP modules must be MSA compliant and support the same speed
range.
separately), which provide greater fiber flexibility in the network environment. The
hot-swappable nature of the SFPs and the numerous fiber modes and types available
in SFPs allow for easy configuration and future upgrading as network demands
evolve. The SFP modules must be MSA compliant and support the same speed
range.
The IE–ModeConverter operates as a mode converter only and not as a rate
converter.
converter.
The IE–ModeConverter does not provide support for copper (TX) SFPs.
Features
The IE–ModeConverter provides the ability to change optical transport characteristics
using easy-to-install SFP devices. This mix-and-match functionality is only limited by
the available IMC Networks’ SFP units. For more information about SFPs, visit
using easy-to-install SFP devices. This mix-and-match functionality is only limited by
the available IMC Networks’ SFP units. For more information about SFPs, visit
https://www.imcnetworks.com/Products/Small_Form_Factor_Pluggable.cfm
The key features of the IE–ModeConverter are
• Uses Miniature Media Converter Form Factor
• Supports a 7 VDC to 50 VDC terminal block option with cascading power
• Supports an external 5 VDC power option (not extended temperature)
• Allows extended temperature range from -13°C to +185°F (-25°C to +85°
• Allows extended temperature range from -13°C to +185°F (-25°C to +85°
C)
• Uses all standard MSA-complaint SFP devices (excluding copper SFPs)
• Provides extensive diagnostic LED functions
• Provides extensive diagnostic LED functions
• Supports DIN Rail mounting
Applications
The standard application is the conversion of a short-range, multi-mode fiber
interface to a long-range single-mode fiber line. In addition, CWDM, DWDM, or
single-strand fiber can be supported with the appropriate SFP. This allows you to
purchase low cost multi-mode fiber blade cards for your network equipment and
support long-distance single-mode fiber links.
interface to a long-range single-mode fiber line. In addition, CWDM, DWDM, or
single-strand fiber can be supported with the appropriate SFP. This allows you to
purchase low cost multi-mode fiber blade cards for your network equipment and
support long-distance single-mode fiber links.