FIMO-232: RS232 Fibre Modem

Metrodata Limited

 

Metrodata now offers an enhanced converter with features providing the benefits of supporting RS232 asynchronous data rates up to 256kbps and covering distances up to 70km (using singlemode fibre).
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FIMO-232: RS232 to Fiber Optic Modem

FIMO-232 as an RS232 over multimode fibre converter
  • Asynchronous RS-232 up to 256kbps
  • Standard 9 way D-type RS-232 connector
  • DTE or DCE interface
  • Must be used in pairs
  • Data rate agile
  • Payload and protocol transparent
  • 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 units in a 1U box
Product Variants

FIMO-232/MM: RS232 extension over multimode fibre

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This application shows a terminal session being extended over a multimode fibre using a pair of FIMO-232/MM units. This multimode fibre could be within a building (e.g. between a terminal and a switch room at either ends of a building), or across a campus (e.g. between two departmental buildings of a University).

FIMO-232/SMSH: RS232 extension over singlemode fibre

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This application shows a terminal session being extended over a singlemode fibre using a pair of FIMO-232/SMSH units. This singlemode fibre could be between buildings (e.g. across a business park), or across a city (e.g. over a rented fibre).

FIMO-232/SMLH: RS232 extension over long haul singlemode fibre

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This application shows a terminal session being extended over a long haul singlemode fibre using a pair of FIMO-232/SMLH units. This singlemode fibre could be across a city, or between cities (e.g. over a rented fibre).

There are many RS232 interface devices such as terminals, printers, computers, video displays and ticketing machines that can be easily connected over the increasing use of Fibre links.

Often converters only offer 19.2kbps, 38.4kbps or up to 115.2kbps and operate as a DCE whereas the Metrodata FIMO-232 increases the asynchronous data rate up to the higher rate of 256kbps and has a cross over function supporting DCE to DTE, DCE to DCE and DTE to DTE configurations. The FIMO-232 is a standalone unit with one used at each end of the fibre link

There are three models in the range:

The maximum operating distance of the FIMO-232 is 5km using multimode fibre, or up to 30km or 70km using singlemode fibre, although specific installations may only operate over lower distances due to the variations in losses of different types of fibre cable, the use of connecting fibre cables, or patch panels. When operating over 50% of the maximum distances it is advisable to calculate all fibre optic connector and cable losses and compare these with the fibre optic loss budget specified for this product.

All Metrodata fiber modems are supplied as standard with SC connectors operating at a nominal wavelength of 1300nm. Other wavelengths are available on request, e.g. 850nm, 1550nm, 1550/1300 WDM. Other connectors are also available on request, e.g. ST, FC.

The FIMO-232 can easily be rackmounted in either a 1U two unit rackmount kit, or in a 6U eighteen unit rackmount kit .

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


RS-232 Electrical Interface
Presentation
 9 way D-type, Male DTE or Female DCE
Signals TXD, RXD, RTS, CTS, DCD, DSR, DTR, RI
Maximum data rate 256Kbps
LEDs
TXD, RXD, RTS, CTS, DCD, DSR, DTR, RI

Multimode Fiber Interface
Interface Dual SC Multimode 62 5/125um
Wavelength 1300nm
Bit Rate 155 Mbps +/- 15ppm
Tx Power -14 to -19 dBm
Max Rx Power -14 dBm
Rx Sensitivity -14 to -30 dBm
Optical loss budget -19 - (-30) = 11 dB

Singlemode Short Haul Fiber Interface
Interface Dual SC singlemode 8/125um
Wavelength 1300nm
Bit Rate 155 Mbps +/- 15ppm
Tx Power -8 to -15 dBm
Max Rx Power -8 dBm
Rx Sensitivity -8 to -31 dBm
Optical loss budget -15 - (-31) = 16 dB

Singlemode Long Haul Fiber Interface
Interface Dual SC singlemode 8/125um
Wavelength 1300nm
Bit Rate 155 Mbps +/- 15ppm
Tx Power 0 to -5 dBm
Max Rx Power -8 dBm (may need an attenuator)
Rx Sensitivity -8 to -34 dBm
Optical loss budget -5 - (-34) = 29 dB

Compliance & Approvals
Safety EN60950
EMC EN55022, EN50082

Environment
Temperature 0-50 deg C

0-95% RH, non condensing
Pressure 86-106 kPa

Power Supply Options
-48 VDC -40 to -72 DC, 200-100 mA
AC Mains 100-250 VAC, 50-400Hz, 60-25mA IEC connector
Power Consumption 6 watts approx when operating

Packaging
Type Modem, 1U high without feet

Dimensions W x D x H (mm)
Rackmount 202 x 132 x 44 (without feet)
Tabletop 202 x 132 x 48 (with feet)


Part Number
Product AC Mains: 100-250 VAC DC Power: -48 VDC
FIMO-232/MM 80-05-924 80-21-924
FIMO-232/SMSH 80-05-925 80-21-925
FIMO-232/SMLH
80-05-926 80-21-926
2 Unit Rackmount Kit 80-05-256 80-05-256
18 Unit Rackmount Kit 80-05-250 80-05-255

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