FCDC3

FCDC3

Flowire Ethernet Converter

• One single-paired cable can be used to distribute power and data
• The cable hauls can be longer than standard ethernet cabling, reducing the need for switches and/or repeaters
• Up to 10 Flowire devices can be connected to the same 2-wire network structure
• Existing infrastructure can be used, even though only a single pair is available, which reduces the total cost of retrofit projects
• The Flowire Converter can be used with any Ethernet enabled device

The Flowire Converter enables Ethernet to run on the same two wires as power, providing simpler cabling and opens up for longer cable hauls. The Flowire Converter is also capable of powering Ethernet devices attached to it, such as IP intercom stations or IP cameras.

Highlights

• PoE-power forwarding enable/disable by switch
• Separate Power input – isolated from the PLC bus
• Several Flowire Clusters can be powered from same power supply
• Backwards compatible with FCDC1/2/TFIX after software upgrade
• Replacement for FCDC1 and FCDC2

Installation

Overview

1	Status indicators	Indicates status for power, link and activity
2	Ground connection	Ground connection for grounding of the unit
3	Flowire line	Connections for Flowire network
4	Flowire Power	Connections for power
5	DIN mounting clips	Plastic clip to mount the Flowire Converter box to a DIN rail
6	Mounting holes

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1	Password Reset Button	Pressing and holding this button will reset factory settings
2	"PoE-power forwarding" switch	PoE-power forwarding is enabled/disabled by this switch
3	Ethernet connection	Ethernet connection, with or without power
4	Alt. position for DIN clips
5	DIN mounting clips	Plastic clip to mount the Flowire Converter box to a DIN rail

Placement

When used in an equipment rack, the Flowire Converter can be placed at any accessible location.

 When installing more than one Flowire network in the same equipment rack,
          precautions must be taken to reduce crosstalk between the networks.

Mounting

The Flowire Converter is a DIN-rail mounted device, and hence requires a DIN rail. The DIN rail shall be mounted securely to the equipment rack, and properly stabilized. The DIN clips on the Flowire Converter can be placed on either the side or the bottom, thus giving different mounting options.

Grounding

It is always good practice to ground the cabinet of equipment installed in racks. This ensures safety and good EMC. The grounding connection of the Flowire Converter should be connected to the equipment rack’s ground strip using a ground wire of at least 0.75 mm² (AWG 19).

Use of Shielded Cable

When using shielded cable (for improved EMC when used in high-EMI areas) the shield should be attached to the chassis of the Flowire unit and the central rack.

Cabling in Ex Areas

The Ex access panels are connected to the FCDC3 at the central location using Ex certified 2-wire shielded cable.

The PoE-power forwarding in the FCDC3 should be disabled when used with Exigo Ex Access panels.

Factory reset

Pressing and holding the Password Reset Button for more than 15 seconds will reset following factory defaults:

• Reset the NMK password to its default HomePlugAV0123
• Enable DHCP. Fall back static IP address in case no automatic IP address is assigned: 169.254.1.10
• IGMP snooping querier will be turned on

PoE-power forwarding

The FCDC3 unit can forward the power received on the PLC line out to the spare pairs of the Ethernet port (PoE, mode B). The "PoE-power forwarding" is enabled or disabled by the switch located next to the ethernet port.

 The power out on the ethernet port is not true PoE – the power is present at all time
          The PoE-power forwarding should be enabled only when you need to power the device connected to the ethernet port. In all other situations, the PoE-power forwarding should be disabled.

Accessories

Power Supply 100-240VAC/24VDC 2A	Power Supply 100-240VAC/24VDC 4A	Power Supply 100-240VAC/48VDC 2A	Power Supply 100-240VAC/48VDC 5A