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Overview


100/100Mbps Downstream / upstream, high Performance Ethernet over VDSL Solution

PLANET VC-231 is an Ethernet-over-VDSL2 Converter with high performance. It is designed based on two core networking technology, Ethernet and VDSL2 (Very-high-data-rate Digital Subscriber Line 2). The VDSL2 technology offers absolutely fastest data transmission speed over existing copper telephone lines without the need of rewiring. The VC-231 supports ultra-high performance to the pervasive telephone line network with up to 100/100Mbps symmetric data rate within 300m and 50/2Mbps for 1.4km long range connections.

Implementing with Existing Telephone Copper Wires

The VC-231 is also a Long Reach Ethernet (LRE) converter providing one RJ-45 Ethernet port and one RJ-11 phone jack that is for VDSL2 connection. By using the additional Splitter from package of VC-231, the splitter can provide POTS splitter to share the existing phone line with POTS; therefore it is no need of replacing the existing copper wiring. Just plug the VC-231 with additional splitter into the existing RJ-11 telephone jack and a high-performance VDSL2 network can be connected. The VC-231 is ideal to be used as an Ethernet extender to an existing Ethernet network.

Delivering High-Demand Service Connectivity for ISP / Triple Play Devices

The VC-231 provides excellent bandwidth to satisfy the triple play devices for home entertainment and communication. With the capability of 100/100Mbps symmetric data transmission, the VC-231 enables many multi-media services to work on the local Internet, such as VOD (Video on Demand), Voice over IP, Video phone, IPTV, Internet caching server, distance education, and so on.

Easy & Flexible Installation

The Ethernet-over-VDSL2 Converter comes with a plug-and-play design and is fully compatible with all kinds of network protocols. Moreover, the operating status of each individual port and the whole system can be watched via the rich diagnostic LEDs on the front panel. The VC-231 offers two modes, CPE and CO, for application: CPE mode is used at client side and CO mode is at central side. The CPE or CO mode can be adjusted by using a built-in DIP switch. For point-to-point connection, a CPE mode VC-231 and a CO mode VC-231 must be setup as one pair of converters to perform the connection.

Providing Superior Upstream and Downstream Transmission Performance

The VC-231 also defines symmetric band plan for the transmission of upstream and downstream signals, the band plan performs higher transmission quality in short range for central side (CO) in symmetric mode. In all, when the VC-231 is in profile 17a operation mode, it provides long distance transmit with Ultra-high performance to the pervasive telephone line network, and when the VC-231 is in 30a operation mode, it gives short distance transmits with upstream and downstream transmission giving wire speed performance.




At-a-glance


  • Advantage of minimum installation time (Simply as Plug-and-Play)

  • Compact in size, easy installation

  • Complies with IEEE 802.3, 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u, 100Base-TX and IEEE 802.3x, Flow control Ethernet standards

  • Cost-Effective VDSL2 Profile 17a/30a CO / CPE bridge solution

  • Co-work with PLANET MC family Media Chassis (MC-700 / MC-1500/ MC-1500R / MC-1500R48)

  • Defines symmetric band plan for the transmission of upstream and downstream signals

  • DMT (Discrete Multi-Tone) line coding

  • Half duplex Back pressure and IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex Pause frame flow control

  • One 10/100Mbps RJ-45 port, Auto-Negotiation and Auto-MDI/MDI-X

  • One box design, CO / CPE selectable via DIP Switch

  • One RJ-11 connector for VDSL port with VDSL connection, additional Splitter for POST connection

  • Selectable target profile and target SNR margin

  • Supports extensive LED indicators for network diagnosis

  • Supports up to 1536 bytes packet size, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tag transparent

  • VDSL2 stand-alone transceiver for simple bridge modem application

  • Voice and data communication can be shared simultaneously based on the existing telephone wire




Reasons to buy

  • Advantage of minimum installation time (Simply as Plug-and-Play)
  • Compact in size, easy installation
  • Complies with IEEE 802.3, 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u, 100Base-TX and IEEE 802.3x, Flow control Ethernet standards
  • Cost-Effective VDSL2 Profile 17a/30a CO / CPE bridge solution
  • Co-work with PLANET MC family Media Chassis (MC-700 / MC-1500/ MC-1500R / MC-1500R48)
  • Defines symmetric band plan for the transmission of upstream and downstream signals
  • DMT (Discrete Multi-Tone) line coding
  • Half duplex Back pressure and IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex Pause frame flow control
  • One 10/100Mbps RJ-45 port, Auto-Negotiation and Auto-MDI/MDI-X
  • One box design, CO / CPE selectable via DIP Switch
  • One RJ-11 connector for VDSL port with VDSL connection, additional Splitter for POST connection
  • Selectable target profile and target SNR margin
  • Supports extensive LED indicators for network diagnosis
  • Supports up to 1536 bytes packet size, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tag transparent
  • VDSL2 stand-alone transceiver for simple bridge modem application
  • Voice and data communication can be shared simultaneously based on the existing telephone wire

Specification

Technical Description: PLANET VC-231 network media converter 100 Mbit/s Black
Certificates
Certification:
FCC Part 15 Class A, CE

Certification
Certification:
FCC Part 15 Class A, CE

Features
LED indicators:
Yes
Product colour:
Black
Plug and Play:Indicates whether this product supports is "plug and play". Plug and play is hardware or software that, after being installed ("plugged in"), can immediately be used ("played with"), as opposed to hardware or software which requires configuration.
Yes
Internal:The product is built in.
No

Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code:
85176990

Network
Duplex system:A duplex communication system is a point-to-point system composed of two connected parties or devices that can communicate with one another in both directions, simultaneously.
Full, Half
Auto MDI/MDI-X:A Medium Dependent Interface (MDI) describes the interface (both physical and electrical) in a computer network from a physical layer implementation to the physical medium used to carry the transmission. Ethernet over twisted pair also defines a medium dependent interface crossover (MDIX) interface. Auto-MDIX ports on newer network interfaces detect if the connection would require a crossover, and automatically chooses the MDI or MDIX configuration to properly match the other end of the link.
Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates:The different speed levels of the Ethernet LAN connection.
10,100 Mbit/s
Ethernet interface type:
Fast Ethernet
Networking standards:The way in which the network is working, e.g. IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g.
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
Converter input interface:A convertor changes one form of signal into another e.g. A/D Converter changes a signal from analog to digital. A convertor input interface is the place where a convertor connects to the product in order to input the converted signal.
100Base-TX
Maximum data transfer rate:
100 Mbit/s

Networking
Duplex system:A duplex communication system is a point-to-point system composed of two connected parties or devices that can communicate with one another in both directions, simultaneously.
Full, Half
Auto MDI/MDI-X:A Medium Dependent Interface (MDI) describes the interface (both physical and electrical) in a computer network from a physical layer implementation to the physical medium used to carry the transmission. Ethernet over twisted pair also defines a medium dependent interface crossover (MDIX) interface. Auto-MDIX ports on newer network interfaces detect if the connection would require a crossover, and automatically chooses the MDI or MDIX configuration to properly match the other end of the link.
Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates:The different speed levels of the Ethernet LAN connection.
10,100 Mbit/s
Ethernet interface type:
Fast Ethernet
Networking standards:The way in which the network is working, e.g. IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g.
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
Converter input interface:A convertor changes one form of signal into another e.g. A/D Converter changes a signal from analog to digital. A convertor input interface is the place where a convertor connects to the product in order to input the converted signal.
100Base-TX
Maximum data transfer rate:
100 Mbit/s

Operational conditions
Storage relative humidity (H-H):
10 - 90%
Operating relative humidity (H-H):
10 - 90%
Storage temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely stored.
-10 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T):The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely operated.
0 - 50 °C

Performance
Maximum transfer distance:The greatest distance over which the data/signal can be transferred.
1400 m

Ports & interfaces
RJ-11 ports quantity:
1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports:Number of Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports allow a computer to connect to the ethernet.
1
Connectivity technology:
Wired

Power
Power consumption (typical):Amount of power consumed by this model, often expressed in watts (W). Typical values that manufacturers give are power consumption when off, standby/suspended mode, typical use, maximum usage.
6.6 W
Input current:
2 A
Input voltage:The voltage (V) which is required to power the product.
5 V

Weight & dimensions
Weight:Weight of the product without packaging (net weight). If possible, the net weight is given including standard accessories and supplies. Please note that sometimes the manufacturer leaves out the weight of accessories and/or supplies.
199 g
Height:The measurement of the product from head to foot or from base to top.
26 mm
Depth:The distance from the front to the back of something.
70 mm
Width:The measurement or extent of something from side to side.
97 mm

Product details

VC-231 Planet 4711213687242

PLANET VC-231 network media converter 100 Mbit/s Black

£100.99 and In stock

SKU: VC-231

PLANET VC-231 network media converter 100 Mbit/s Black

Quick Code: Q291459 MPN: VC-231
£100.99

Quantity:
In Stock

Key Features

  • One box design, CO / CPE selectable via DIP Switch
  • DMT (Discrete Multi-Tone) line coding
  • Selectable target profile and target SNR margin
  • Compact in size, easy installation