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DS3/E3/STS Fiber Converter
The iMcV-DS3/E3/STS coax-to-fiber repeater provides a transparent conversion from coaxial circuits to fiber optics, dramatically increasing the signal range. It is ideal for extending transmission distances of high-speed coaxial circuits over multi-mode, single-mode and single-strand fiber optic cabling.
The iMcV-DS3/E3/STS repeaters are ideal in wide area access applications, linking buildings over a campus area network, or even in premises network applications where incoming coaxial circuits need conversion to fiber for distribution up the structured cabling system. The iMcV-DS3/E3/STS series repeaters are also available with single-strand fiber, effectively doubling the network capacity, making it an ideal solution when fiber is in short supply, or expensive to provision.
Protocol-selectable iMcV-DS3/E3/STS modules feature remote management, advanced line conditioning, jitter removal and loopback testing capabilities, enabling network operators to control remote units from a central location without sending a technician on site.
The remote management functions transparent to the data traffic, so customers will not experience overhead or the loss of a channel typically associated with remote management or SNMP polling.
The iMcV-DS3/E3/STS are used in pairs, and install into iMediaChassis or unmanaged MediaChassis series.
IMC Networks also offers a Line Terminating version of the modular DS3/E3/STS, which performs the standard "Line Termination" (GR-820-CORE) function of TDM-based line signals. Visit the iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-LineTerm for more information.
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Application Diagram

Features and Specifications
- Protocol-selectable operation - Operates at DS3 (45 Mbps), E3 (34 Mbps) or STS-1 (52 Mbps) protocols
- Includes two modes of operation for loopback testing (fiber loopback and coax loopback)
- Supports LIU Waveshape - switch selectable optimal transmit waveshape for the line build-out distance on the coax line.
- Automatic MDI-II/MDI-X
- Hot-swappable architecture
- Supports GUI-based iView²
- Includes diagnostic and status LEDs
DS3, E3, STS-1 Interface:
- BNC coax 75 +/- 5% ohms
- DS3 (44.736 Mbps +/- 20 ppm)
- E3 (34.368 Mbps +/- 20 ppm)
- STS-1 (51.840 Mbps +/- 20 ppm)
Supported Fiber Types:
- 50/125µm or 62.5/125µm multi-mode fiber cabling
- 9/125µm single-mode fiber cabling
- Single-strand fiber
Physical:
- Connectors: BNC for coax, and ST or SC for fiber
- One coaxial port, one fiber port
Standards Compliance (DS3, E3, STS-1):
- ANSI T1.102-1993
- ANSI T1.107.1995
- GR-820-CORE
Regulatory Approvals:
- FCC Class A
- UL/CuL
- CE
Operating Temperature:
+32° to +122° F (0° to +50° C); 5% to 95% (non-condensing), 0 to 10,000 ft. altitude
Storage Temperature:
-13° to +158° F (-25° to +70° C); 5% to 95% (non-condensing), 0 to 10,000 ft. altitude
Power Rating:
0.55 Amps @ 5.0 V
Dimensions:
Single Slot iMcV module
Shipping Weight:
0.30 lbs (0.11 kg)
For more information about RoHS and for RoHS product availability, please contact sales@imcnetworks.com
iMcV-DS3/E3/STS Repeater Documents
Certification
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Declaration of Conformity: iMcV-DS3/E3/STS Repeater
Post Date: 9/2009 -
Declaration of Conformity: iMcV DS3-E3-STS1
Post Date: 3/2004
Data Sheet
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iMcV-DS3/E3/STS DS3/E3 Modules
Post Date: 5/2010
Manuals and Installation Guides
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Installation Guide for iMcV-DS3/E3/STS
Revision: A4 - Post Date: 8/2009
Standard
| SKU | Description | Power Budget | Distance |
| 850-14300 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/FX-MM1300-ST | 5 km | |
| 850-14301 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/FX-MM1300-SC | 5 km | |
| 850-14302 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/FX-SM1310/PLUS-ST | 40 km | |
| 850-14303 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/FX-SM1310/PLUS-SC | 40 km | |
| 850-14304 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/FX-SM1310/LONG-ST | 80 km | |
| 850-14305 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/FX-SM1310/LONG-SC | 80 km | |
| 850-14306 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/FX-SM1550/LONG-SC | 80 km | |
| 850-14338 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/FX-MM850-ST | 2 km | |
| 850-14339 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/FX-MM850-SC | 2 km |
Single-Strand Fiber
| SKU | Description | Power Budget | Distance |
| 850-14310 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/SSFX-SM1310-SC (1310xmt/1550rcv) | 20 km | |
| 850-14311 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/SSFX-SM1550-SC (1550xmt/1310rcv) | 20 km | |
| 850-14312 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/SSFX-SM1310/PLUS-SC (1310xmt/1550rcv) | 40 km | |
| 850-14313 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/SSFX-SM1550/PLUS-SC (1550xmt/1310rcv) | 40 km | |
| 850-14314 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/SSFX-SM1310/LONG-SC (1310xmt/1550rcv) | 60 km | |
| 850-14315 | iMcV-DS3/E3/STS-1, BNC/SSFX-SM1550/LONG-SC (1550xmt/1310rcv) | 60 km |









