Overview

This document contains instructions necessary for the installation and operation of the Perle Protocol Transparent Media Converter modules. These Media Converter modules allow connection and cross-connection of fiber networks of different types to each other. They are protocol independent using standard SFP* modules with speeds up to 4.25 Gbps. These modules can be ordered as unmanaged modules (C) or as managed modules (CM). Both models are used in conjunction with a Perle management card.

*(purchased separately)

Note: for information on the management options of your CM modules please refer to your Perle Management Module guide that came with your Perle Transparent Protocol Media Converter module.

Supported modes of operation

oMultimode to multimode o Multimode to single mode

o Single mode to single mode

o Multimode to single Mode Single strand

o Wavelength Transponder (CWDM/DWDM) o Dual and single fiber (Simplex to Duplex)

Key Features

oProtocol and rate transparency for fiber SFPs o Support for all standard MSA-complaint SFPs o SFP rates from 1 up to 4.25 Gbps

o Support for multi-rate SFPs o Smart Link Pass-through o Fiber Fault Alert

o Integrated management features o Provides diagnosis LED functions

Refer the Perle web site for the most up to date Installation guides, models and specifications. www.perle.com

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Perle Systems C-4GPT-DSFP, CM-4GPT-DSFP manual Overview, Supported modes of operation, Key Features