Warranty Siemens warrants this product for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase, conditional upon the return to factory for maintenance during the warranty term. This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all warranties null and void.
Installation Guide Preface Preface This guide describes the RUGGEDCOM RMC40. It describes the major features of the device, installation, commissioning and important technical specifications. It is intended for use by network technical support personnel who are responsible for the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the device.
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An operating temperature range of -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) without the use of internal cooling fans allows it to be placed in almost any location. The RUGGEDCOM RMC40 is compliant with EMI and environmental standards for utility substations, industrial manufacturing, process and control and intelligent transportation systems applications.
Section 1.2 Description The RUGGEDCOM RMC40 features various ports, controls and indicator LEDs on the display panel for connecting, configuring and troubleshooting the device. The display panel can be located on the rear, front or top of the device, depending on the mounting configuration.
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A pluggable terminal. For more information, refer to: • Section 2.4, “Connecting Power” • Section 4.1, “Power Supply Specifications” Communication Ports Receive and transmit data. For more information about the various ports available for the Chapter 3, Communication Ports. RUGGEDCOM RMC40, refer to Description...
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all warranties null and void. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Siemens Canada Ltd could invalidate specifications, test results, and agency approvals, and void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Section 2.3 Mounting the Device The RUGGEDCOM RMC40 is designed for maximum mounting and display flexibility. It can be equipped with connectors that allow it to be installed in a 35 mm (1.4 in) DIN rail or directly on a panel.
RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Chapter 2 Installation Guide Installing the Device Section 2.3.1 Mounting the Device on a DIN Rail For DIN rail installations, the RMC40 can be equipped with a DIN rail bracket pre-installed on the back of the chassis. The bracket allows the device to be slid onto a standard 35 mm (1.4 in) DIN rail.
Ground. Note that all line-to-ground transient protection circuitry will be disabled. IMPORTANT! Siemens requires the use of external surge protection in VDSL applications where the line may be subject to surges greater than that for which the device is rated. Use the following specifications as a...
Chapter 2 RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Installing the Device Installation Guide Using a braided wire or other appropriate grounding wire, connect the surge ground terminal to the chassis ground connection. The surge ground terminal is used as the ground conductor for all surge and transient suppression circuitry internal to the unit.
RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Chapter 3 Installation Guide Communication Ports Communication Ports The RUGGEDCOM RMC40 can be equipped with various types of communication ports to enhance its abilities and performance. Figure 6: Port Assignment 1. Port 1 2. Port 2 3. Port 3 4. Port 4 Port Type...
Chapter 3 RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Communication Ports Installation Guide WARNING! Electric shock hazard – risk of serious personal injury and/or equipment interference. If shielded cables are used, make sure the shielded cables do not form a ground loop via the shield wire and the RJ45 receptacles at either end.
RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Chapter 3 Installation Guide Communication Ports Section 3.2 Fiber Optic Ethernet Ports Fiber optic Ethernet ports are available with either MTRJ (Mechanical Transfer Registered Jack), LC (Lucent Connector), SC (Standard or Subscriber Connector) or ST (Straight Tip) connectors. Make sure the Transmit (Tx) and Receive (Rx) connections of each port are properly connected and matched to establish a proper link.
RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Chapter 4 Installation Guide Technical Specifications Technical Specifications This section provides important technical specifications related to the device and available modules. CONTENTS • Section 4.1, “Power Supply Specifications” • Section 4.2, “Copper Ethernet Port Specifications” • Section 4.3, “Fiber Optic Ethernet Port Specifications”...
To convert from peak to average, subtract 3 dBm. • Maximum segment length is greatly dependent on factors such as fiber quality, and the number of patches and splices. Consult a Siemens Sales associate when determining maximum segment distances. Wavelength (nm)
RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Chapter 4 Installation Guide Technical Specifications Section 4.4 Supported Networking Standards Parameter 10Base-FL 100Base-FX Notes IEEE 802.3 10Base-T IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX/100Base-FX IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex, Flow Control Section 4.5 Operating Environment Parameter Range Comments Ambient Operating Temperature -40 to 80 °C Measured from a 30 cm (12 in) radius surrounding the center of the (-40 to 176 °F)
RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Chapter 6 Installation Guide Certification Certification The RUGGEDCOM RMC40 device has been thoroughly tested to guarantee its conformance with recognized standards and has received approval from recognized regulatory agencies. CONTENTS • Section 6.1, “Approvals” • Section 6.2, “EMC and Environmental Type Tests”...
Information Technology Equipment – Radio disturbance characteristics – Limits and methods of measurement The device is marked with a CE marking and can be used throughout the European community. A copy of the CE Declaration of Conformity is available from Siemens Canada Ltd. For contact information, refer to “Contacting Siemens”.
• CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3 (A) Section 6.1.6 RoHS This device is declared by Siemens Canada Ltd to meet the requirements of the following RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directives for the restricted use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment: •...
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AC Power Ports 5 kV Siemens specified severity level. IEEE 1613 EMC Immunity Type Tests NOTE The RUGGEDCOM RMC40 meets Class 2 requirements for an all-fiber configuration and Class 1 requirements for copper ports. Description Test Levels Enclosure Contact ± 8 kV Enclosure Air ±...