CONNECTORS, SWITCHES & INDICATORS
CONNECTORS
The OmniHawk™ has three interface connectors: a fiber optic transmitter and receiver pair, an RJ45 jack, and a DB9 male connector.
The DB9 connector and the chassis are designed to attach directly to the rear of a workstation network interface card. The jack screws ensure a solid connection.
The RJ45 connector is designed to attach directly to a hub lobe or ring out via a
Note that only one copper interface may be used at a time. Other connec- tions are possible with special cables. Omnitron’s technical support depart- ment can assist you with your special needs.
SWITCHES
The OmniHawk™ has two switches which control the attachment mode. The switches are located to the right of the DB9 connector.
Both switches are placed in the UP position at the factory. The following table explains the switch settings.
ATTACHMENT MODE | SWITCH 1 | SWITCH 2 |
Automatic Sensing | Up | Up |
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UTP/STP | Up | Down |
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UTP/STP | Down | Up |
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Self Test / Media Test | Down | Down |
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CONNECTORS
In addition to the two switches there are four LED indicators in a 2 x 2 cluster. Refer to the drawing below.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• | Protocol: | Token Ring (IEEE 802.5) |
• | Cables |
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| Fiber Optic: | |
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| 62.5/125, or 100/140 micron |
| STP: | DB9 female |
| UTP: | |
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| (lower grade wiring at shorter distances) |
• | Data Rate: | 16 Mbps or 4 Mbps |
•Supported Distances
Fiber Optic: | 2.5 Km |
| 20 Km |
UTP: | 300 m |
•Indicators
| FO Ready | Yellow - Green LED |
| Cu Ready | Yellow - Green LED |
| Power/Error | Yellow - Red LED |
| Insert Status | Yellow - Green LED |
• | Dimensions: | W: 3.46” x D: 2.83” x H: 0.78” |
• | Power: | External Power Supply 9 VDC @ 1.2A |
•Temperature
| Operating: | 0 to 45 degrees C |
| Storage: | |
• | Humidity: | Up to 90% (non condensing) |
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