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FC1X00: E1 G.703 (BNC/RJ45) to Fibre Quotation Request
The Metrodata FC1100 product provides a high performance solution for extending and interconnecting voice and data communication infrastructures using singlemode fiber optic cabling.

E1 G.703 (BNC/RJ45) to 30km Singlemode Fiber Converter

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FC1100 as an E1 G.703/G.704 to singlemode fiber converter
  • Low cost voice or data trunk extension or trunk connection over fibre
  • DPNSS, Primary Rate ISDN-30 DASS and ISDN30e QSIG PBX trunk protocols supported
  • Unchannelised and Fractional E1 router data also supported
  • Payload, voice and data protocols and PBX signalling get passed through transparently
  • Must be used in pairs
  • BNC and RJ45 switch selectable E1 connections
  • Minimal configuration of unit needed
  • Easy to install & maintain
  • Integral auto-sensing power supply (100-250V AC or -48V DC versions)
  • 12-24V DC power supply available on request
  • External alarm relay port
  • Compact modem style unit, built to European standards
  • Rack mounting kits for 2 or 18 units available
  • Quad option available with 4 FC1100 units in a 1U box
Related Products
  • FC1X00 family - E1 2Mbps G.703 over fiber
  • FC1000: E1 2Mbps G.703 over 5km multimode fiber
  • FC1200: E1 2Mbps G.703 over 70km singlemode fiber
PBX Applications
  1. Connecting two PBX systems together using singlemode fiber
  2. PBX to NTE extension over singlemode fiber
Router Applications
  1. Connecting E1 routers together using singlemode fiber
  2. E1 router to NTE extension over singlemode fiber
Satellite Applications
  1. E1 router to satellite modem extension over singlemode fiber

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This application shows a pair of PBX systems connected over a singlemode fiber using a pair of FC1100 units. This singlemode fiber could be between buildings (e.g. across a business park), or across a city (e.g. over a rented fiber).

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This application shows a PBX being remotely connected to an NTE over a singlemode fiber using a pair of FC1100 units. This singlemode fiber could be between buildings (e.g. across a business park), or across a city (e.g. over a rented fiber).

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This application shows a pair of routers connected over a singlemode fiber using a pair of FC1100 units. This singlemode fiber could be between buildings (e.g. across a business park), or across a city (e.g. over a rented fiber).

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This application shows an E1 router being remotely connected to an NTE over a singlemode fiber using a pair of FC1100 units. This singlemode fiber could be between buildings (e.g. across a business park), or across a city (e.g. over a rented fiber).

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This application shows an E1 router being remotely connected to an E1 G.703 satellite modem over a singlemode fiber using a pair of FC1100 units. This singlemode fiber could be between buildings (e.g. across a business park), or across a city (e.g. over a rented fiber).

With the need to extend, or interconnect, communication infrastructures over greater distances, and the cost of fiber falling dramatically, the Metrodata FC1X00 Fiber Converter product range provides a cost effective solution for the extension of E1 (2.048Mbps) services.

There are three models in the range:

  • FC1000 E1 2Mbps G.703 over multimode fiber (up to 5km)
  • FC1100 E1 2Mbps G.703 over singlemode short haul fiber (up to 30km)
  • FC1200 E1 2Mbps G.703 over singlemode long haul fiber (up to 70km)

Using fiber optics the FC1100 extends the operating distance of an E1 G.703 interface whether on a router, PBX or similar equipment over singlemode fiber. The FC1100 is totally transparent to both payload and protocol and as such will support unframed or framed data such as G.704, ISDN PRI.

The maximum operating distance of the FC1100 is 30km, although specific installations may only operate over lower distances due to the variations in losses of different types of fiber cable, the use of connecting fiber cables, or patch panels. When operating over 50% of the maximum distances it is advisable to calculate all fiber optic connector and cable losses and compare these with the fiber optic loss budget specified for this product.

The standard FC1100 is supplied with SC fiber connectors and operates at a nominal wavelength of 1300nm. Other wavelengths are available on request, e.g. 850nm, 1550nm, 1550/1300 WDM. Other connector options are also available on request, e.g. ST, FC.

The FC1100 E1 G.703 connection is configurable between twin BNC coaxial connectors or a single RJ45. The G.703 interface supports direct connection to equipment such as Routers or PBXs, however a cross-over cable must be used to connect to an NTU.

The FC1100 has an integral mains or 48 volt power supply, and can be desktop or rack-mounted. The FC1100 can easily be rackmounted in either a 1U two unit rackmount kit, a 6U eighteen unit rackmount kit or is available as a 1U quad box (which contains 4 x FC1100).

The FC1100 is also available in a card based format for use with the 4U 12-slot MetroRack managed chassis.

The FC1100 is part of a range of fiber conversion products from Metrodata. The wider product range offers fiber conversion solutions ranging from 300 baud RS-232, via Nx64kbps rates, through 2Mbps and up to 155Mbps for electrical to fiber conversion; or 155Mbps, 622Mbps or Gigabit Ethernet for fiber mode or wavelength conversion.

Line E1 Electrical Interface

Port G.703, 75 ohm unbalanced, 120 ohm balanced
Interface BNC (75 ohm), RJ45 (120 ohm)
Line Coding HDB3
Bit Rate 2.048Mbps +/- 50ppm
Barrier per EN41003
Cable Lengths RG59 = 600m, UR202 = 750m

Multimode Fiber Interface

Interface Dual SC Singlemode 8/125um
Wavelength 1300nm
Tx Power -8 to -15 dBm
Max Rx Power -8 dBm
Rx Sensitivity -8 to -31 dBm
Optical loss budget -15 - (-31) = 16 dB

Compliance & Approvals

Performance PD7024 (NTR4)
Safety EN41003, EN60950
EMC EN55022, EN50082

Environment

Temperature 0 - 45 deg C
Humidity
0 - 95% RH, non condensing
Pressure 86 - 106 KPA

Power Supply Options

-48 VDC -40V to -72V DC, 200 - 100 mA
AC Mains 100V - 250V AC, 50 - 400Hz, 60 - 25mA IEC connector
Power Consumption 4.5 watts approx when operating

Packaging

Type Modem, 1U high without feet, IP30C

Dimensions W x D x H (mm)

Rackmount 202 x 132 x 44 (without feet)
Tabletop 202 x 132 x 48 (with feet)

Order Code

Product

AC Mains: 100 - 250 VAC DC Power: - 48 VDC
FC1100 E1 to singlemode fiber converter
80-05-918 80-21-918
2 Unit Rackmount Kit 80-05-256 80-05-256
18 Unit Rackmount Kit 80-05-250 80-05-255
Quad FC1100 80-405-918 80-421-918
MetroRack FC1100 Module 80-15-918 80-15-918

Product variants with 12V to 24V DC operation are also available on request.

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