OM1 through OM3 followed by a return to OM1 (fiber conversion)
OM1 through OM3 followed by a return to OM1 (fiber conversion)
We own an Allen and Heath soundboard. We mainly connect via the D-Snake port and require a 100mbps fiber connection exclusively. To meet this, we acquired media converters compatible with that spec. The issue is these converters rely on SC OM1 fiber. We obtained SC to LC adapters. We possess a 1000ft fiber reel containing OM3 LC fiber. Attempts to establish the link have failed despite the reel’s quality. Changing the reel isn’t feasible due to its cost. Can we find a method to adapt or convert without modifying the reel or converters? Here’s the setup: Soundboard (Ethernet) → Media converter (SC 100mbps) → SC to LC (OM1) → 1000ft fiber reel (OM3 LC) → SC to LC (OM1) → Media converter (SC 100mbps) → D-Snake device (Ethernet). I recently realized the SC to LC cable is actually OM3. I’m trying to figure out why it still isn’t connecting. No way to delete this configuration.
I believe the issue might stem from using the 1000ft reel with a different cable size, leading to signal loss. I’m not sure about your expertise, but can you tell me how to properly terminate fiber or connect LC to SC? You can purchase fiber conditioning cables, though they’re typically for converting single-mode to multimode fibers. I wish I had a clearer solution for you.