Planet FT-807 [5/12] Chapter 1 introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

The PLANET FT-807 is a 10/100Base-TX shielded twisted pair

(STP) to Fast Ethernet 100Base-FX ﬁber converter. It supports

full-duplex operations at its ﬁber-optic interface in the form factor

of SMI (Small Multimedia Interface) interface. The converter

auto-adapts to the highest level of performance supported by the

device connected to the STP port.

1.1 Product Description

The SMI (small multimedia interface) is one kind of POF (plastic

optic ﬁber) interface that can suitable for low-cost and high-speed

data transmission. The SMI patch cord meets the IEEE 1394b

speciﬁcation that can transmit data at S200 (250Mbps) speed for

50 meters, the distance range of TP port is 100 meters. It will

make the new generation multimedia life more possible and easy

installation.

1.2 Packet Contents

Your FT-807 carton should contain following items:

 The Fast Ethernet Media Converter.

 AC to DC Power Adapter (Output: 5V DC, 2A max).

 This User’s Manual.

If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local

reseller from whom you purchased your Fast Ethernet Converter.

1.3 Technical Speciﬁcation

Standard

IEEE 802.3u, 10/100Base-TX and

100Base-FX

TP Connector

RJ-45 port (Auto-MDI/MDI-X) Twisted

Pair, EIA568