FST-81x Series

10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Smart Fast Ethernet Media Converter (OAM Support)

To provide an easy use yet powerful solution for FTTX applications, PLANET releases a new 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Smart Media Converter, FST-81x series, featuring plug & play and smart media conversion functions.

Distance Extension with High Performance and Steady Network Communication
The PLANET Smart Fast Media Converter- FST-81x series extends communication distance with highly stable performance via fiber optical cable. The FST-81x series provides media conversion between 10/100Base-TX and 100Base-FX interfaces such as multi-mode ST/SC connectors (2km), single-mode SC connector (15/35/50km), single-mode LC connectors (2/20/40/60km) and single fiber connector (WDM,20km) fiber connection options for various application.

Easy Installation
The FST-81x series allows two easy types of connection. These Smart Media Converters can be used as a standalone unit when powered by its DC adapter or used as a slide-in module to the PLANET 19-inch Web Smart / Managed 16-Slots Media Converter Chassis (MC-1610MR / MC-1610MR48). When working with the Web Smart / Managed Media Converter Chassis, the FST-81x is able to be centrally managed and its status be monitored through the local RS-232 console and remote web interface.

Enhanced Smart Management Features
The FST-81x series provides Auto MDI/MDI-X on its TP port and the DIP switch to configure available smart functions including the flow control / Link Pass Through function (LLCF/LLR). The Flow Control function allows FST-81x supported routers and servers to directly connect to FST-81x for fast, reliable data transfer.
The Link Loss Carry Forward (LLCF) function works with Link Loss Return (LLR) to diagnose network connections. Furthermore, the LLR function can immediately alarm network administrator the media link issue and provide efficient solution to monitor the entire network.
Ingress / Egress bandwidth control function support on both TP and Fiber interface of FST-81x to enhance bandwidth utilization, Before FST-81x power outage situation appears, the new Dying Gasp feature enables network administrator to receive message from FST-81x and get information about FST-81x loss power for further check and restore.
Moreover, when FST-81x is installed into MC-1610MR / MC-1610MR48 Managed Media Converter Chassis, the TS-1000/802.3ah OAM protocol (operations, administration, and maintenance) function helps remote device be centrally managed and monitored under Managed Media Converter Chassis Web interface.
Ordering Information
FST-811 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (ST,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812S15 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-15km
FST-812S35 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-35km
FST-812S50 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-50km
FST-815A 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Smart Media Converter (SFP)-up to 60Km
FST-816A20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1310nm-20km
FST-816B20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1550nm-20km
Fiber-Optic Networking for ISP, Enterprise, and Home
The PLANET FST-81x provides advanced Media conversion technology- 10/100Base-TX and 100Base-FX interfaces to fulfill different kinds of demand followed with the growth and expanding of the current network. The FST-81x provides diverse fiber connector types for different network applications. It is very flexible for the FST-81x working as a standalone device or being installed in the central Web Smart / Management Media Converter Chassis for centralized management. When working with the Web Smart / Management Media Converter Chassis, the FST-81x is hot swappable to avoid network downtime. The FST-81x is the ideal solution to build a network solution of FTTH (Fiber to the Home) or FTTC (Fiber to the Curb), and FTTB (Fiber to the Building) for ISPs, campuses and enterprises.
Ordering Information
FST-811 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (ST,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812S15 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-15km
FST-812S35 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-35km
FST-812S50 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-50km
FST-815A 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Smart Media Converter (SFP)-up to 60Km
FST-816A20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1310nm-20km
FST-816B20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1550nm-20km
Standards:
 • Complies with IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-FX Ethernet
  Standard

Interface:
 • One 10/100Base-TX port with RJ-45 connector
 • One 100Base-FX port with LC/SC/WDM connector supporting multi-mode or single-mode fiber optic
  cable
 • Auto-Negotiation and Auto-MDI / MDI-X for 10/100Base-TX port

Layer 2 Features:
 • Back-Pressure & IEEE 802.3x compliant flow control and full wire-speed forwarding rate
 • Link Loss Return (LLR) switch on each fiber optic to aid in troubleshooting remote network
  connections
 • Link Loss Carry Forward (LLCF) work with LLR in diagnosing network connections

Smart Management:
 • Provides DIP switch for Flow control (Disable / Enable) and LFP function (Disable / Enable) setting
 • Manageable through Web Smart / Managed Media Converter Chassis System
  (MC-1610MR series)
 • Bandwidth control / TS-1000 OAM / IEEE 802.3ah OAM / Loop Back Test function provided
  with MC-1610MR / MC-1610MR48 Managed Media Converter Chassis System
 • Dying Gasp feature support (FT-90x series Web Smart Fast Ethernet Converter can receive Dying
  Gasp message sent out by FST-81x)

Hardware:
 • ACt as a standalone device or work with Web Smart / Managed Media Converter Chassis for up to 16
  converters with redundant power supply for use of optional expansion
 • LED indicators for converter status
 • Choice of fiber-connector from SC, LC, WDM, multi-mode / single-mode fiber / 100Base-FX mini
  GBIC module
 • EMI standards complies with FCC, CE class B
Ordering Information
FST-811 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (ST,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812S15 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-15km
FST-812S35 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-35km
FST-812S50 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-50km
FST-815A 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Smart Media Converter (SFP)-up to 60Km
FST-816A20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1310nm-20km
FST-816B20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1550nm-20km
Hardware Specification
Standards IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX and 100Base-FX
Ports 1 10/100Base-TX port , 1 100Base-FX port
Fiber connector FST-811:ST
FST-812:SC
FST-815A:SFP
FST-812S15:SC
FST-812S35:SC
FST-812S50:SC
FST-816A20:SC, WDM
FST-816B20:SC, WDM
Wavelength Deployment FST-811:1310nm (Transmit and Receive)
FST-812:1310nm (Transmit and Receive)
FST-815A:1310nm (Transmit and Receive)
FST-812S15:1310nm (Transmit and Receive)
FST-812S35:1310nm (Transmit and Receive)
FST-812S50:1310nm (Transmit and Receive)
FST-816A20:
       1310 (TX)
       1550 (RX)
FST-816B20:
       1310 (TX)
       1550 (RX)
Launch Power (dBm) Max. FST-811: -14
FST-812: -14
FST-815A: NA
FST-812S15:0
FST-812S35:-8
FST-812S50:0
FST-816A20:-8
FST-816B20:-8
Launch Power (dBm) Min. FST-811: -20 (62.5/125µm), -23.5 (50/125µm)
FST-812: -20 (62.5/125µm), -23.5 (50/125µm)
FST-815A: NA
FST-812S15: −20
FST-812S35: -15
FST-812S50:-5
FST-816A20:-14
FST-816B20:-14
Receive Sensitivity (dBm) FST-811: -31.8
FST-812: -31.8
FST-815A: NA
FST-812S15: -32
FST-812S35:-34
FST-812S50: -35
FST-816A20:-31
FST-816B20:-31
Maximum Input power (dBm) FST-811: -14
FST-812: -14
FST-815A: NA
FST-812S15:0
FST-812S35:0
FST-812S50:0
FST-816A20:0
FST-816B20:0
Cable 10Base-T: 2-pair Cat. 3,4,5 UTP cable, up to 100 meters
100Base-TX: 2-pair Cat. 5 UTP cable, up to 100 meters
100Base-FX: 50/125μm or 62.5/125μm multi-mode fiber cable, up to 2km. 9/125μm single-mode cable, provide long distance for 2/15/20/35/40/50/60km
Maximum Cable distance FST-811:MM,2km
FST-812:MM,2km
FST-815A:SM, 60km (MFB-F60)
FST-812S15:SM, 15km
FST-812S35:SM, 35km
FST-812S50:SM, 50km
FST-816A20:SM, 20km (Single wire)
FST-816B20:SM, 20km (Single wire)
LED indicator System: PWR
TP: LNK/ACT, 100
FX: LNK/ACT
DIP switch Flow control (Disable / Enable) , LFP function (Disable / Enable)
Speed Ethernet: 10/20Mbps for half / full-duplex
Fast Ethernet: 100/200Mbps for half / full-duplex
Jumbo frame size 9K Bytes
Power input DC 5V 2A
Power consumption 2.8 Watts / 9 BTU (maximum)
Dimension (W x D xH) 81 x 94 x 26 mm
Weight 0.22kg
Emission FCC Class B, CE mark
Environment
Operating Temperature: 0 ~ 50 Degree C
Relative Humidity: 5% ~ 90%
Storage Temperature: -10 ~ 70 Degree C
Relative Humidity: 5% ~ 90%
Ordering Information
FST-811 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (ST,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812S15 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-15km
FST-812S35 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-35km
FST-812S50 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-50km
FST-815A 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Smart Media Converter (SFP)-up to 60Km
FST-816A20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1310nm-20km
FST-816B20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1550nm-20km

Datasheet

Date Version Description Download
2009-11-24 1.0 FST-81x

User's Manual

Date Version Description Download
2009-10-30 1.0 Initial release

EC Declaration

Date Version Description Download
2009-10-30 1.0 EC Declaration
Ordering Information
FST-811 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (ST,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,MM) Smart Media Converter-2km
FST-812S15 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-15km
FST-812S35 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-35km
FST-812S50 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC,SM) Smart Media Converter-50km
FST-815A 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Smart Media Converter (SFP)-up to 60Km
FST-816A20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1310nm-20km
FST-816B20 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX (SC WDM,SM) Smart Media Converter- TX:1550nm-20km