Ethernet media converter ULTIMODE M-403M allows to change electrical signals (Ethernet data stream) coming via typical STP/UTP cable into modulated light signal transmitted via single-mode fiber cable.

View of the ULTIMODE M-403M converter and power supply

View of the front panel

View of the rear panel

Distinguishing features:

ULTIMODE M-403M is reliable media converter enabling the transmission of Fast Ethernet data stream in two single-mode optical fibers at distances up to 40 km. The media converter has two SC connectors used to transmit (Tx) or receive (Rx) the signal. Optical signal is transmitted and received in the second transmission window of 1310 nm.

ULTIMODE devices have MDI/MDIX auto detection feature and automatically find and set the fastest connection speed and mode. "Store and forward" mechanism allows to verify the received data using checksum function.

Sensitivity of the receiver and output power of the transmitter is adapted to transmit information up to 40 km. In the case of shorter distances (up to 4 km), it is required to use additional 2dB attenuators by the receivers. They will protect them against "burning".

ULTIMODE media converters are fully compatible with IEEE 802.3 and IEEE 802.3u standards. Their installation is very simple thanks to "Plug and Play" feature. The LED indicators show current operating status. Durable laser diode with Fabry-Perot resonator ensures the mean-time-between-failure (MTBF) at least of 100.000 hours (more than 11 years).

Name:	ULTIMODE M-403M
Code:	L11041
Standards:	IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3u
LAN port:	802.3 (10Base-TX), 802.3u (100Base-TX/FX)
	RJ-45 UTP/STP cat. 3, 4, 5, max 100m
Optical port:	Single-mode optical fiber (8.3/125μm, 8.7/125μm, 9/125μm, 10/125μm)
	Max 40 km
Wavelength (Tx):	1310 nm
Wavelength (Rx):	1310 nm
Optical connectors:	2xSC
Tx power:	0 ... -5 dB
Rx sensitivity:	-24 ... - 7 dB
Transmission speed:	10/100 Mb/s
Power:	DC 5V/ 2A
Operating temperature range:	-10 ... 50 oC

NOTICE!! It is not allowed to look directly at the fiber port when the device is plugged. The radiation invisible for the human eye can damage the retina!

ULTIMODE media converters are widely used for the transmission of Ethernet signals over long distances and in areas exposed to harsh weather conditions. Optical fibers provide full electrical insulation and resistance to electromagnetic interference. Media converters are primarily used to connect building LANs (e.g. of scattered buildings of one corporation). Below there is a sample application of ULTIMODE converters.

Example application of ULTIMODE media converter

The devices are designed for indoor operation. The ULTIMODE series includes a number of types:

Name:	M-023M	M-403M	M-207M	M-407M	M-207G
Code:	L10021	L11041	L11521	L11541	L11525
Supported standards:	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u
Transmission speed:	10/100 Mbps				10/100/1000 Mbps
Optical connectors:	2xSC		SC
Range [km]:	2	40	20	40	20
Wavelength Tx/Rx [nm]:	1310/1310		1310/1550, 1550/1310
Ethernet port:	RJ-45
Power:	DC 5V/2A	DC 5V/2A	DC 5V/2A	DC 5V/2A	DC 5V/2A