QuickSwitch® Model 6289 Fiber Optic ST Duplex A/B Switch with Contact Control Remote Port
Overview
The QuickSwitch® Model 6289 Fiber Optic Gigabit ST Duplex A/B Switch allows a device connected to COMMON port access to the A or B port. The switch may be controlled locally by manually operating the front panel pushbutton(s) or remotely from a remote toggle switch (ESL Cable P/N 986479) connected to the DB9 female interface Remote port located on the rear of the unit. The front panel LED display indicates the switch position and unit power status.
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Remote controlled switching via contact closure device or
custom designed "Toggle Switch Cable."
FEATURES OF THE MODEL 6289 ST DUPLEX FIBER SWITCH:
- Manual control via front-panel pushbutton.
- Remote control through a remote toggle switch (ESL P/N 986479) connected to the DB9 remote port located on the rear panel.
- The switch keeps synchronized with the remotely located toggle switch by monitoring the Remote Port for changes in the toggle switch position.
- Switch position is displayed on front panel LEDs.
- The switched Fiber Optic ST Duplex ports are transparent to all data.
- MEMS-Based 850nm Mirror switch supports Gigabit data rate.
- For a 1300 nm version of this switch, see related products, QuickSwitch Model 6291, Catalog Number 306291
- Municipalities, schools, government: This product is on GSA Schedule!
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- PORT CONNECTORS: (3) Fiber Optic ST Duplex multimode connectors, A, B, and COMMON are located on the rear panel.
- PORT INTERFACE: Ports A, B, and COMMON accept fiber optic ST duplex multimode signals and cables.
- SUPERVISORY REMOTE PORT: (1) DB9 female connector on rear panel accepts contact closure from customer equipment or from ESL Remote Control Cable having a toggle switch at far end and DB9 (M) at near end (ESL Catalog # 986479).
- CONTROL: (1) Front-panel pushbutton to select A or B.
- DISPLAY: (2) Front-panel red LEDs display switch position A or B and indicate power presence.
- POWER: UL approved 100VAC/240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz wall mount power module supplies 12VDC, 500mA to the unit. Has 2-prong, US, non-polarized plug.
- DIMENSIONS: 7.75" W x 7.25" D x 2.7" H (19.7 x 17.8 x 5.1 cm)
- WEIGHT: 2.8 lbs. (1.3 kg)
- WAVELENGTH: 850 nanometers.
- FIBER SIZE: 62.5/125 Micron
FIBER OPTIC ST DUPLEX A/B SWITCH APPLICATION WITH DB9 CONTACT CLOSURE REMOTE:
The drawing illustrates a fiber optic network connected to the ST Duplex COMMON port with access to Fiber Optic Network A and Fiber Optic Network B connected to the ST Duplex Ports A and B. A Remote Control Cable (Cat No 986479) is connected to the DB9 Remote Control port for use as a Remote Toggle Switch.

OPTION: WIDE RANGE POWER MODULE (Cat. No. 517277) CE, and UL listed table mount power module, 100VAC-240VAC, 50Hz-60Hz for use in place of the standard power module that is included with the unit. Has IEC 60320 C14 inlet. Ideal for international applications.
Ordering Information
- Catalog Number: 306289
- Model Number: 6289
- Base Price: See website or contact us for current pricing and availability.
- Optional Wide-Range power supply: Catalog Number 517277 IEC C14 Inlet, 100-240VAC, 12 VDC
Documentation & Support
- Specification Sheet (PDF) Download Available.
- Product Manual available upon request.
- For custom fiber optic network switch requirements contact our sales support team 401-943-1164 or email eslab@electrostandards.com
- We welcome international inquiries and ship worldwide.
Shipping and Returns 
- Shipped via UPS ground (unless otherwise requested).
- Freight Charges prepaid and added to invoice. We can estimate freight charges for you.
- Return policy: contact us within 30 days of shipment for an RMA number. Items returned without RMA not accepted. Please refer to our full return policy in our Terms and Conditions found on our website.
ST/ST Fiber Optic Cables:
ST/ST, 62.5/125, PVC Multimode Fiber Optic Cables are ESL Cat. No. 981815.
(Note: Custom Length. State whether length is in feet or meters.)
Electro Standards can supply all your Network Cable requirements. Click here to reach our CABLES, COPPER NETWORK Webpage.
This high-quality network switch is available to city, state, and federal government purchasers at a discounted price and favorable payment and shipping terms via GSA Schedule GS-35F-0286V. Click here for GSA details.
QuickSwitch® Fiber Optic Switches are available in many configurations: auto fallback, switch/converters, multimode & single mode, and secure off-line positions. Interfaces include: SC, ST, LC, and ESCON. Check out our complete line of QuickSwitch® fiber optic switches.
QuickSwitch® is a registered trademark of Electro Standards Laboratories.
For custom network switches call our friendly customer support staff at 401-943-1164, email eslab@electrostandards.com, or complete our online form: /Products-Custom/Copper-Switch/
All data switches, data communication products, and data acquisition products are subject to a one year warranty against manufacturing defects. The limit of ESL liability is limited to the cost of the ESL product provided.
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Electro Standards welcomes International inquiries: commutateur d'ordinateur, equipo interruptor, interruttore del calcolatore, interruptor do computador, dator switch.