The iConverter Gx managed media converters are members of the modular iConverter product family, and provide 1000BASE-T UTP to 1000BASE-X fiber conversion.
The iConverter Gx models are available in multimode, single-mode, and single-fiber options. The Gx supports ST, SC, MT-RJ, and LC connectors. The UTP port supports 1000BASE-T in either Half or Full-Duplex mode. The UTP auto-crossover feature eliminates the need for a crossover cable and facilitates connectivity to network equipment such as hubs, switches and workstations.
The iConverter Gx features user-selectable Link Propagate, Link Segment and Remote Fault Detection modes to facilitate quick fault detection, isolation and reporting.
iConverter Gx modules are hot-swappable and can be mounted in a 19-Module (2U high) or 5-Module (1U high) rack-mountable chassis (19-inch or 23-inch) with any combination of redundant AC, 24VDC or 48VDC power supplies. It can also be mounted in a 2-Module AC or 18 to 60VDC powered chassis, or in a 1-Module AC/DC powered chassis.
The iConverter family of managed fiber access media converters are used in Service Provider access networks and Enterprise LANs. iConverter media converters provide fiber connectivity with copper to fiber, multimode fiber to single-mode fiber, or dual fiber to single-fiber conversions.
Management is accomplished by installing a Network Management Module (NMM) or a media converter with integrated management (such as an iConverter 10/100M2) in the chassis with the Gx. Management provides monitoring, remote configuration and trap notification. The management module can be accessed via SNMP, Telnet, and via a serial port. The SNMP-based management is accomplished via Omnitron's intuitive, graphic-oriented NetOutlook management software or third party SNMP management software, while the Telnet and the serial interfaces have an easy-to-use, menu-driven interface.
Some of the real-time Gx parameters that can be monitored include power, link and data receive status. Other parameters include module type and model, hardware and software revisions, serial numbers and a user-defined identifier.
The user can override the Gx module's physical switch settings using SNMP or Telnet to remotely configure switch-selectable parameters such as UTP Duplex Mode.
The Gx modules can generate SNMP traps for module insertion or removal, and port state changes including link-up and linkdown. Trap monitoring of specific events can be selectively enabled or disabled by the network administrator.
| Model Type | Gx |
| Protocols | 1000BASE-SX/LX,1000BASE-T |
| UTP Connectors | RJ-45 |
| Fiber Connectors | SC, LC, MT-RJ, Single-Fiber SC |
| Controls | LS/LP, RFD, UTP FDX/HDX |
| LED Displays | Power, FO link, UTP link, FDX/HDX |
| Dimensions | W:0.85" x D:4.5" x H:2.8" |
| Weight | 8 oz. |
| Compliance | UL, CE, FCC Class A, NEBS Level 3 |
| Power Requirement | 1.4A @ 3.3VDC (typical) |
| Temperature | Standard: 0 to 50º C Wide: -40 to 60º C Storage: -40 to 80º C |
| Humidity | 5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Altitude | -100m to 4000m |
| MTBF (hrs) | 1,100,000 |
| Model Type | Fiber Media Type | Distances | Connector Type | Tx λ (nm) | Rx λ (nm) | Min. Tx Power (dBm) |
Max. Tx Power (dBm) |
Min. Rx Sense (dBm) |
Max. Rx Sense (dBm) |
Link Budget (dBm) |
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| Gx Dual Fiber |
MM/DF | 220/550m1 | 8502-0 | 8504-0 | 8506-0 | 850 | 850 | -10 | -4 | -17 | -3 | 7 |
| SM | 12km | 8503-1 | 8505-1 | 8507-1 | 1310 | 1310 | -9.5 | -3 | -19.5 | -3 | 10 | |
| SM | 34km | 8503-2 | - | 8507-2 | 1310 | 1310 | -5 | 0 | -23 | -3* | 18 | |
| SM | 80km | 8503-3 | - | 8507-3 | 1550 | 1550 | -5 | 0 | -23 | -3* | 18 | |
| SM | 140km | 8503-5 | - | - | 1550 | 1550 | 2 | 5 | -28 | -8 | 30 | |
| Gx Single- Fiber | SM | 20km | 8510-1 | - | - | 1310 | 1550 | -9.5 | -3 | -20 | -3 | 10.5 |
| SM | 20km | 8511-1 | - | - | 1550 | 1310 | -9.5 | -3 | -20 | -3 | 10.5 | |
| SM | 40km | 8510-2 | - | - | 1310 | 1550 | -3 | 0 | -20 | -3 | 17 | |
| SM | 40km | 8511-2 | - | - | 1550 | 1310 | -3 | 0 | -20 | -3 | 17 | |
For wide temperature (-40 to 60º C), add a "W" to the end of the model number.
Consult factory for extended temperature (-40 to +75º C) models.
When using single-fiber (SF) media converter models, the Tx wavelength on one end has to match the Rx wavelength on the other.
*A minimum of 3dB of attenuation is required for these models.
1 62.5/125μm, 100/140μm multimode fiber up to 220m. 50/125μm multimode fiber up to 550m. Refer to the fiber cable manufacturer for multimode distance specifications.