Omnitron Systems Technology iConverter Gx AN - Manual (Page 8)

3.2.1.4 SW6, SW7, SW8 - Link Modes
These three DIP-switches configure the link mode settings. DIP-switch SW6 is valid when Port 1 is set to
“AN” or “MAN”. DIP-switches SW7 and SW8 are ignored when Port 1 is set to “AN”. The following
table details possible Link Mode DIP-switch configurations.
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SW1 SW6 SW7 SW8 Result
Left
(AN)
Left Left Left
Enables Link Segment mode (LS).
Left
(AN)
Right Left Left
Enables Link Propagate mode (LP).
Right
(MAN)
Left Left Left
Enables Link Segment mode (LS).
Right
(MAN)
Right Left Left
Enables Link Propagate mode (LP).
Right
(MAN)
Left Right Left
Enables Remote Fault Detection
mode plus Link Segment mode
(RFD+LS).
Right
(MAN)
Right Right Left
Enables Remote Fault Detection
mode plus Link Propagation mode
(RFD+LP).
Right
(MAN)
Left Left Right
Enables Symmetrical Fault Detect
mode (SFD).
Right
(MAN)
Right Left Right
Illegal Setting, Link Segment (LS) is
selected.
Right
(MAN)
Left Right Right
Illegal Setting, Link Segment (LS) is
selected.
Right
(MAN)
Right Right Right
Illegal Setting, Link Segment (LS) is
selected.
SW1 SW6 SW7 SW8 Result
Down
(AN)
Down Down Down
Enables Link Segment mode (LS).
Down
(AN)
Up Down Down
Enables Link Propagate mode (LP).
Up
(MAN)
Down Down Down
Enables Link Segment mode (LS).
Up
(MAN)
Up Down Down
Enables Link Propagate mode (LP).
Up
(MAN)
Down Up Down
Enables Remote Fault Detection
mode plus Link Segment mode
(RFD+LS).
Up
(MAN)
Up Up Down
Enables Remote Fault Detection
mode plus Link Propagation mode
(RFD+LP).
Up
(MAN)
Down Down Up
Enables Symmetrical Fault Detect
mode (SFD).
Up
(MAN)
Up Down Up
Illegal Setting, Link Segment (LS) is
selected.
Up
(MAN)
Down Up Up
llegal Setting, Link Segment (LS) is
selected.
Up
(MAN)
Up Up Up
llegal Setting, Link Segment (LS) is
selected.
NOTE: Connecting two converters together where both are set to any of the RFD modes is illegal
and will cause a “deadly embrace” lockup.
NOTE: It is recommended to keep the LS setting (default) until initial configuration is complete.
For detailed information on the operation of the different Link Modes, download the application note
“iConverter Link Modes” available on Omnitron’s web page:
http://www.omnitron-systems.com/downloads.php
3.3 INSTALLING THE MODULE AND CONNECTING CABLES
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a. Carefully slide the module into an open slot in the chassis. Align the module with the installation
guides and ensure that the module is firmly seated against the backplane. Secure the module by fastening
the front panel thumbscrew (push in and turn clockwise to tighten) to the chassis front. Verify the
“Pwr” LED is ON (indicating the chassis is powered).
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a. The Gx AN standalone media converter is available in tabletop and wall-mounting models. For wall-
mounting, attach the Gx AN to a wall, backboard or other flat surfaces. For tabletop installation, place
the unit on a flat and level surface. Attach the rubber feet to the bottom of the Gx AN to prevent the
unit from sliding. Make sure the unit is placed in a safe, dry and secure location.
To power the unit using the AC/DC adapter, connect the AC/DC adapter to the AC outlet. Then
connect the barrel plug at the end of the wire on the AC/DC adapter to the 2.5mm DC barrel connector
(center-positive) on the unit. Confirm that the unit has powered up properly by checking the power
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