Page 3 - NOTICE; LANVIEW; is a registered trademark of Cabletron Systems, Inc.; MMAC; are; Velcro; Printed on
FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL i NOTICE Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have been made. The hardware, fir...
Page 4 - ii; FCC NOTICE; This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the; DOC NOTICE
ii FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired ...
Page 5 - iii; VCCI NOTICE; Read the instructions for correct handling
FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL iii VCCI NOTICE This equipment is in the 1st Class Category (information equipment to be used in commercial and/or industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI) aimed at preventing...
Page 6 - iv; DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY; Industrial Environment.
iv FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC73/23/EEC Manufacturer’s Name: Cabletron Systems, Inc. Manufacturer’s Address: 35 Industrial WayPO Box 5005Rochester, NH 03867 European Representative Name: Mr. J. Solari European Representative Address:...
Page 7 - CONTENTS
FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL v CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 USING THIS MANUAL ...............................................................1-11.2 CONVENTIONS .........................................................................1-21.3 OVERVIEW OF THE FOT-F3 .........................................
Page 8 - CHAPTER 4
CONTENTS vi FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL CHAPTER 4 TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1 INSTALLATION CHECK-OUT ...................................................4-1 4.1.1 Testing the Fiber Optic Link Segment ........................4-1 4.1.2 Testing the FOT-F3 Fiber Optic Transceiver .............4-3 4.2 USING ...
Page 9 - Transceiver User’s Manual; USING THIS MANUAL; Introduction
FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 1-1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to Cabletron Systems FOT-F3 Fiber Optic Transceiver User’s Manual . This manual serves as a simple installation and reference guide for the FOT-F3 transceiver. You should have a general working knowledge of Ethernet or IEEE 802.3 type data comm...
Page 10 - INTRODUCTION; FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL; Testing and Troubleshooting; CONVENTIONS; Note; OVERVIEW OF THE FOT-F3
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-2 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL Chapter 4, Testing and Troubleshooting , contains procedures for verifying the proper installation of the FOT-F3. It also describes LANVIEW LEDs and their function. Appendix A, Specifications , provides the specifications for the FOT-F3 transceiver. 1...
Page 11 - Connections
OVERVIEW OF THE FOT-F3 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 1-3 Figure 1-1 FOT-F3 1.3.1 Connections The FOT-F3 connects two active Ethernet devices using an AUI cable and a fiber optic link segment. Devices such as repeaters, multiport repeaters, multiport transceivers or host systems are connected using fiber opti...
Page 12 - Distance and Cable Type; You can also use multimode cable such as 62.5/125
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-4 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL A fiber optic cable is connected to the transceiver through ST fiber optic ports on the FOT-F3. This provides an optical link to connect the device to the network. 1.3.2 Distance and Cable Type The FOT-F3 supports single mode fiber optic cable for siz...
Page 13 - Do not enable the SQE test feature when the FOT-F3 is; LANVIEW LEDs; provides more; Figure 1-2 LANVIEW LEDs
OVERVIEW OF THE FOT-F3 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 1-5 The SQE test signal is generated after the FOT-F3 has transmitted a data packet. This signal is generated only between the FOT-F3 and the device; it is not transmitted onto the network. Note: Do not enable the SQE test feature when the FOT-F3 is attach...
Page 14 - When on, this yellow LED indicates that SQE is enabled.
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-6 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL PWR (Power) When on, this green LED indicates that the FOT-F3 is receiving power. SQE (Signal Quality Error) Test Function When on, this yellow LED indicates that SQE is enabled. XMT (Transmit) This green LED flashes to indicate that the FOT-F3 is tra...
Page 15 - Application
OVERVIEW OF THE FOT-F3 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 1-7 1.3.4 Application The FOT-F3 can be configured into your network in many ways. For example, in Figure 1-3, a fiber optic link segment (4) is attached to a Cabletron Systems Multi Media Access Center (MMAC) (5) with a FOMIM-32/36/38. The MMAC serves as ...
Page 17 - GETTING HELP
GETTING HELP FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 1-9 1.4 GETTING HELP If you need additional support related to this device, or if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions concerning this manual, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support: By phone (603) 332-9400 Monday – Friday; 8 A.M . – 8 P.M . Eastern...
Page 18 - RELATED MANUALS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-10 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL • The device history (i.e., have you returned the device before, is this a recurring problem, etc.) • Any previous Return Material Authorization (RMA) numbers 1.5 RELATED MANUALS Use the manuals identified below to supplement the procedures and other...
Page 19 - NETWORK DESIGN GUIDELINES; m fiber optic cabling. You can also use
FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 2-1 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Before installing the FOT-F3 Fiber Optic Transceiver, all conditions, guidelines, specifications, and requirements included in this chapter and Appendix A must be met to ensure satisfactory performance from the FOT-F3. Failure to follow th...
Page 20 - INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS; When determining the maximum fiber optic cable length,; AUI Cable Requirements; The AUI cable
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 2-2 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL • When determining the maximum fiber optic cable length, the fiber optic budget and total network propagation delay should be calculated and taken into consideration before fiber runs are incorporated into any network design. Fiber optic ...
Page 21 - Installation Requirements; , are met before installing the
FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 3-1 CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION This chapter contains instructions for unpacking the FOT-F3 Transceiver, connecting the FOT-F3 to an Ethernet device and the network, surface mounting the transceiver (if necessary), and cable support installation. Verify that all the requirements list...
Page 22 - INSTALLATION; Getting Help; CONNECTING THE FOT-F3 TO THE NETWORK; After you are sure that all the requirements listed in Chapter 2,; Ensure that the site where the FOT-F3 will be located will; Setting the SQE Switch; The SQE test function must be; disabled; if you are
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3-2 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL If you notice any discrepancies, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support immediately. Refer to Chapter 1, Getting Help , for instructions. 3.2 CONNECTING THE FOT-F3 TO THE NETWORK After you are sure that all the requirements listed in Chapter 2, I...
Page 23 - Figure 3-1 SQE Switch; Connecting the AUI Cable
CONNECTING THE FOT-F3 TO THE NETWORK FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 3-3 Figure 3-1 SQE Switch 3.2.2 Connecting the AUI Cable To connect your Ethernet device to the FOT-F3, attach an AUI cable as follows. See Figure 3-2. 1. Attach an AUI cable to the device to which the FOT-F3 will be connected. OT-F3 SQE PWR ...
Page 24 - Figure 3-2 AUI Connection; If the PWR LED is not lit, perform the following steps:
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3-4 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 2. Attach the female connector on the AUI cable to the AUI port on the FOT-F3. If the power is on for the Ethernet device, the PWR LED should be lit, indicating the transceiver is receiving power from the device. Also, if the SQE test is enabled, the ...
Page 25 - Check the cable for continuity.; Connecting the Fiber Optic Cable
CONNECTING THE FOT-F3 TO THE NETWORK FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 3-5 c. Disconnect the device to which the transceiver is attached. d. Check the AUI connections for proper pinouts. The pinouts for the transceiver connection are listed in Appendix A. e. Check the cable for continuity. f. Reconnect the AUI c...
Page 26 - Connect the fiber optic cable to the FOT-F3 as follows:; Attach the fiber labeled 2 to the top port, labeled TX.; Attach the fiber labeled 2 to the receive port.
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3-6 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL ST connectors attach to ST ports much like BNC connectors attach to BNC ports. See Figure 3-3. The connector is inserted into the port with an alignment key on the connector inserted into the alignment slot on the port. The connector is then turned to...
Page 27 - Figure 3-3 ST Connectors
CONNECTING THE FOT-F3 TO THE NETWORK FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 3-7 Figure 3-3 ST Connectors 6. Check that the LNK LED on the FOT-F3 is on. If the LED is off, perform each of the following steps until the LED is on: a. Check that the power is on for the device at the other end of the link. b. Verify that ...
Page 28 - SURFACE MOUNTING THE FOT-F3
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3-8 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL If a link is not established, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support. Refer to Chapter 1, Getting Help, for instructions. 3.3 SURFACE MOUNTING THE FOT-F3 Using the contents of the accessory package, you can mount the FOT-F3 on a surface close to ...
Page 29 - CABLE SUPPORT INSTALLATION
CABLE SUPPORT INSTALLATION FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 3-9 3.4 CABLE SUPPORT INSTALLATION Relieve the strain from the cables attached to the FOT-F3, whether or not the transceiver is mounted to a surface such as a wall. Note: Be sure each cable is securely attached to its port and that the slide latch on t...
Page 30 - Cable Strain Relief for Non-Mounted FOT-F3; DEVICE; Tie Wraps
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3-10 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL Figure 3-4 Surface Mounting the FOT-F3 3.4.2 Cable Strain Relief for Non-Mounted FOT-F3 To relieve the strain to cables connected to a FOT-F3 that is not surface mounted, proceed as follows: 1. If possible, use long tie wraps to secure the FOT-F3 to ...
Page 33 - INSTALLATION CHECK-OUT; This section contains procedures to test the following; Testing the Fiber Optic Link Segment; Using a barrel connector, connect the jumpers together.
FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 4-1 CHAPTER 4 TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter lists procedures to test the FOT-F3 after it is connected to the network. A description of LANVIEW and its function in troubleshooting physical layer network problems is also provided. 4.1 INSTALLATION CHECK-OUT This section...
Page 34 - Disconnect the jumpers from the barrel connector.
CHAPTER 4: TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4-2 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 4. Following the instructions for the test set, test the jumpers to get a reference level. Make a note of this reading. 5. Disconnect the jumpers from the barrel connector. 6. Using the jumper, attach the optical power meter to one end ...
Page 35 - Testing the FOT-F3 Fiber Optic Transceiver; Figure 4-1 Installation Checkout
INSTALLATION CHECK-OUT FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 4-3 4.1.2 Testing the FOT-F3 Fiber Optic Transceiver Two Ethernet node testers capable of generating valid data packets, such as the LAN-MD, are required for this procedure. Refer to Figure 4-1 and proceed as follows: 1. Using an AUI cable (2), connect a L...
Page 36 - This LAN-MD now acts as the SERVER unit and will act; as a packet echoer when used with another LAN-MD.; USING LANVIEW
CHAPTER 4: TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4-4 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 2. Using another AUI cable (6), connect the other LAN-MD (7) to another FOT-F3 (5) attached to the same fiber optic link segment as the FOT-F3. 3. Select and run test 6 - SERVER on the LAN-MD connected in step 1. Verify that this test p...
Page 37 - Figure 4-2 LANVIEW LEDs
USING LANVIEW FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL 4-5 Figure 4-2 shows the location of the LANVIEW LEDs on the FOT-F3. This is followed by a description of how to interpret the indications of these LANVIEW LEDs. Figure 4-2 LANVIEW LEDs Optical Link OK (LNK) LEDWhen on, this green LED indicates that a link has been...
Page 41 - A-1; APPENDIX A; FIBER OPTIC INTERFACE; Table A-1 Fiber Optic Interface Specifications; Better than 10
FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL A-1 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS This appendix contains the operational specifications for the FOT-F3. A.1 FIBER OPTIC INTERFACE The FOT-F3 has ST fiber optic ports. Table A-1 lists the parameters along with the associated typical, and minimum/ maximum specifications. Table A-1 Fib...
Page 42 - Parameter; C Into
APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS A-2 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL Parameter Typical Minimum Maximum ReceiveSensitivity: -31.0 dBm -36.0 dBm -30.0 dBm Max. Receive Input Power: — — -14.0 dBm Transmitter Powerat 25 ° C Into 8.3/125 µ m fiber: -18.0 dBm -21.0 dBm -15.0 dBm Output Power Coefficient: -0.07 dB/ ° C — —...
Page 43 - AUI CONNECTOR
AUI CONNECTOR FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL A-3 A.2 AUI CONNECTOR The AUI connector is a male DB15 receptacle with a metal shell for cable shielding. Refer to Figure A-1 for pinout identification. Figure A-1 AUI Connector Pinout Identification A.3 POWER SUPPLY Table A-2 provides the specifications of the pow...
Page 44 - ENVIRONMENTAL; The physical specifications are as follows:; Table A-3 Environmental Specifications; Operating Temperature:
APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS A-4 FOT-F3 USER’S MANUAL A.4 ENVIRONMENTAL Table A-3 provides the FOT-F3 environmental specifications. A.5 AGENCY APPROVALS SafetyThe FOT-F3 meets the safety requirements of UL1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950, EN 60950, and 73/23/EEC. Electromagnetic CompatibilityThe FOT-F3 meets t...
