Overview
Elegantly simple yet packed with an advanced feature set, the FiberPlex Technologies, FOI-7280 is a powerful problem solver when it comes to routing audio or transporting E&M signals. The unit converts line level, stereo analog audio to fiber for long or short haul transport. In addition to the audio, a multi-format serial data connection and a bidirectional pair of contact closures are included. The combination of audio and signaling provides a seamless solution for 4-wire E&M applications.What’s the difference between the FOI and the TD versions?
Functionally, the FOI-7280 and TD-7280 are identical. The only differences are the packaging and power supply. The FOI-7280 is part of the FOI line of products designed for ruggedized military applications while the TD-7280 is housed in the commercial ‘Throw Down’ packaging.FOI-7280 | TD-7280 | |
Standalone Power | Requires a PSQ-4909 AC supply or PSQ-4920 DC supply | Power Supply included |
Power Connection | High Reliability Lemo™ connector | Both circular DC connector and 3-postion Phoenix™ quick connect |
Chassis Mounting | Uses the RMC series chassis for up to 9 units in 2U or 8 units with redundant power supply | 6 units in a 1U with the optional TDR-01-AC |
Case | Mil-style sealed steel can enclosure | Durable anodized brushed aluminum |
Routing
Various advanced routing and networking options are available via DIP switch setting. These include the following:Point to point mode
Broadcast Mode
Intercom / Loop mode
Typical Applications




Features:
Audio Interface:
- Supports Balanced and Unbalanced Audio I/O
- Supports E&M (Ear and Mouth) Types II-V
- High Quality 24-bit audio
- Ultra Wide 20 Hz to 45 kHz Frequency Response
- Supports Ultrasonic Signaling
Serial Interface:
- RS-232, RS-422, RS-485 (2/4 wire)
- Data Rates from 0 to 1 Mbps
Contact Closures:
- ‘Form C’ Contacts
- Supports Push to Talk
Advanced Routing:
- Point to Point
- Broadcast Mode
- Intercom/Loop
- Multichannel Add/Drop
Power:
- TD includes power adapter as well as a 3-position Phoenix™
Applications:
- Audio Tie Lines
- Audio Distribution
- Push To Talk
- Intercom
- Railway Signaling
- E&M
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||||||
Min | Typ | Max | unit | |||
DC Response | Linear Range | -7 | +7 | VDC | ||
Offset | 20 | mV | ||||
Gain Error | -3 | +3 | % | |||
Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 25 KHz | -0.5 | 0 | 0.5 | dB | |
26 KHz to 45 KHz | -1.5 | 0 | 1.5 | dB | ||
Third Harmonic Distortion plus Noise (THD+N)* - 1 KHz @ +4 dBu | - | 0.015 | - | % | ||
Input Level (with max 1% THD) | -60 | 0 | +17 | dBu | ||
- | VDC | |||||
Input Sensitivity | 0.020 | 0.775 | 7 | Vrms | ||
Input Noise Floor ref +0 dBu | - | -80 | - | dBu | ||
Input Impedance | - | 2 | - | KΩ | ||
Output Level | 0.02 | 0.775 | 7 | Vrms | ||
Output Impedance | - | 150 | - | Ω | ||
Output for Use with Nominal | - | 600 | - | Ω | ||
Audio Latency (point to point) | - | 1260 | - | µs | ||
Sampling Rate | 24 bit / 96kHz or 24 bit / 48 kHz | |||||
*Hum & Noise are measured with an AES17 compliant filter at 20 kHz. Temperature condition @+10 - +25° C. | ||||||
SERIAL DATA SPECIFICATIONS | ||||||
Min | Typ | Max | unit | |||
RS-422 / RS-485 | Output Levels into 100Ω Load | - | ±2 | - | VDC | |
Input Levels | -7 | - | +7 | VDC | ||
Input Threshold | ±0.2 | - | - | VDC | ||
Data Rate | 0 | - | 1 | Mbps | ||
Input Termination | - | 150 | - | KΩ | ||
RS-232 | Output Levels, 3KΩ Termination | ±5 | ±5.4 | - | VDC | |
Input Levels | -15 | - | +15 | VDC | ||
Input Threshold | ±3 | - | - | VDC | ||
Data Rate | 0 | - | 1 | Mbps | ||
Input Termination | 3 | - | 2.3 | K Ω | ||
CONTROL/RELAY SPECIFICATIONS | ||||||
Min | Typ | Max | unit | |||
Shorting Actuation | Voltage Threshold | - | 0 | 2.5 | VDC | |
Load | - | 0 | 1 | KΩ | ||
Negative Voltage Actuation | Voltage Threshold | -48 | - | -6 | VDC | |
Load | 2 | - | 25 | mA | ||
Relay Output | On Resistance | - | 10 | 15 | Ω | |
Off Resistance NO contacts | 0.35 | - | 5000 | GΩ | ||
Off Resistance NC Contacts | 0.1 | - | 1.4 | GΩ | ||
Voltage Limit | 0 | - | 200 | VDC | ||
Current Limit | 0 | - | 200 | mA | ||
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS | ||||||
Min | Typ | Max | unit | |||
Environmental | Storage Temperature (°C) | -40 | - | 85 | °C | |
Operating Temperature (°C) | 0 | - | 50 | °C | ||
Power Requirement | Voltage Range | 7 | 9 | 24 | VDC | |
Supply Current, no SFPs | - | 600 | - | mA | ||
Phoenix™ Mating Plug 6 pos Audio/Serial/Control(PN 1778874) | Wire Accepted | 20 | - | 26 | AWG | |
Nominal Voltage | - | - | 160 | V | ||
Nominal Current | - | - | 6 | A | ||
Phoenix™ Mating Plug 3 pos Power (TD Only)(PN 1827716) | Wire Accepted | 14 | - | 28 | AWG | |
Nominal Voltage | - | - | 300 | V | ||
Nominal Current | - | - | 8 | A | ||
Power Adapter Connection | FOI-7280 | LEMO™ | ||||
TD-7280 | Standard 5.5 x 2.1 mm DC barrel, center positive | |||||
OPTICAL SPECIFICATIONS | ||||||
External SFP Interface | Min | Typ | Max | unit | ||
Data Rate | - | 346 | - | Mbps | ||
Recommended Jitter | - | 40 | - | Psec | ||
Operating Voltage | - | 3.3 | VDC | |||
Maximum Current | - | - | 500 | mA | ||
Optical Modules | SFP MSA (SFF-8431, SFF-8432, SFF-8433) compliant slot, data rate 266 – 1.25 Gbps | |||||
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS | ||||||
Case Dimensions | Length | Width | Height | Weight | ||
FOI-7280 (Size 4) | 4.5 in (114 mm) | 1.453 in (37 mm) | 2.56 in (65 mm) | 2 lb (0.9 kg) | ||
TD-7280 | 4.5 in (114 mm) | 2.75 in (70 mm) | 1.66 in (42 mm) | 0.4 lb (0.2 kg) |

Standalone Operation | |
PSQ-4909 | Standalone AC Power Supply |
PSQ-4920 | Standalone DC Power Supply |
WMA-3002 | Wall Mount Adapter |
WMA-2001 | Wall Mount Adapter with ST Optical Patch |
Chassis Mounting | |
RMC-2101 | 2U, 19" Rack Mount Chassis. Holds up to 9 FOI Modules |
CMA-2001 | Chassis Mount Adapter for RMC-2101 Chassis. (1) per FOI Module required |
PSM-2010 | Spare Power Supply for RMC-2101 |
RP2 | 16 Channel Modular Bolt-On Connector Panel for RMC-2101 |
RMC-3101 | 3U, 19" Rack Mount Chassis. Holds up to 9 FOI Modules |
CMA-3002 | Chassis Mount Adapter for RMC-3101 Chassis. (1) per FOI Module required |
PSM-3010 | Spare Power Supply for RMC-3101 |
Industrial Solutions | |
RMC-3700 | Environmental Enclosure for FOI Modules |
CMA-3002 | Chassis Mount Adapter for RMC-3101 Chassis. (1) per FOI Module required |
PSM-3010 | Spare Power Supply for RMC-3101 |