Gefen USB-2.0 User manual

USB 2.0
Extender
USER MANUAL
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Gefen Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging and any
accompanying documentation without prior written notice.
USB 2.0 Extender is a trademark of Gefen Inc.
ExtremeUSB is a trademark of Icron Inc.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Operation Notes
USB Series Installation
USB 2.0 Extender Panel Layout
USB 2.0 Extender Function Description
Wiring Diagram
Link Cable Diagram
Check List
Troubleshooting Hints
Warranty
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Thank you for purchasing the ex•tend•it USB 2.0 Extender Series. The new USB 2.0
Extender incorporates ExtremeUSB™ technology, which allows users the benefits of
USB technology beyond the desktop. Extending your USB peripherals (i.e. computer
keyboard, mouse or hard drive) up to 150 feet away from the location of your Macintosh
or PC computer are done easily with the USB 2.0 Extender.
The USB 2.0 Extender system consists of two units. The USB 2.0 S Extender sender
resides next to the host computer or device, and the USB 2.0 R Extender receiver is
linked to the sender via Category-5 (CAT-5) cable and resides at the desired location by
the USB device.
The USB 2.0 Extender signal is sent between the sender and receiver controls USB
peripherals by buffering the USB signal through send and receive line drivers. The
signal is extended by using standard Category 5 (CAT-5) cabling.
You can connect additional USB 2.0 Extender systems to the same computer, allowing
you to access the computer from multiple locations up to 150 feet apart.
INTRODUCTION
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OPERATION NOTES
READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE USB 2.0 EXTENDER SYSTEM.
* The USB 2.0 Extender send and receive were designed to operate on USB 2.0
enabled computers. DO NOT attempt to use this equipment with any other type of
computers.
* Use the computer's USB port when using a local keyboard that is not extended with
the USB 2.0 Extender sender unit.
* In order to operate properly, the USB 2.0 Extender receiver unit must be connected,
powered, and the CAT-5 cable must be installed between the send and receive units.
* Only Dedicated Category 5 UTP type cable (CAT-5) is recommended for this
application. Refer to the wiring diagram on page 7 for wiring instructions.
* The length of cable used to connect the USB 2.0 S Extender send unit to the USB 2.0
R Extender receiver unit MUST NOT EXCEED 150 feet.
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Includes:
USB 2.0 Extender Sender unit
USB 2.0 Extender Receiver unit
2x Power Supply
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USB 2.0 EXTENDER SERIES INSTALLATION
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1. Place the USB 2.0 R Extender unit close to the USB devices at the remote end.
2. Connect the USB devices to the USB 2.0 R Extender unit.
3. Connect the power adapter to a suitable AC source wall outlet.
4. Connect the power adapter to the USB 2.0 R Extender unit using the supplied cable.
5. Place the USB 2.0 S Extender unit close to the host computer.
6. Connect the USB 2.0 S Extender unit to the USB 2.0 R Extender unit using the de-
sired length of CAT5 cable
7. Connect the USB 2.0 S Extender unit to the host computer using the USB cable sup-
plied with the unit. This connection should be made last.

USB 2.0 EXTENDER PANELS LAYOUT
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USB Led - Indicates if a USB device is plugged in.
USB Out - Connects to USB Hub, or USB Device.
Link LED - Indicates if a link between the USB 2.0 S Extender send and the USB
2.0 R Extender Receive units.
Link - CAT-5 Modular Jack which connects to the USB 2.0 S Extender send and
the USB 2.0 R Extender Receive units.
Power LED - Indicates the unit is plugged in and powered up.
DC IN - Power plug for 5VDC wllmount power supply.
USB Led - Indicates an active connection to the comptuer.
USB In - USB cable (A-B) cable from computer to sender.
Link LED - Indicates if a link between the USB 2.0 S Extender send and the USB
2.0 R Extender Receive units.
Link - CAT-5 Modular Jack which connects to the USB 2.0 S Extender send and
the USB 2.0 R Extender receive units.
Power LED - Indicates the unit is plugged in and powered up.
DC IN - Power plug for 5VDC Wallmount power supply.
USB 2.0 EXTENDER FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
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WIRING DIAGRAM
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Up to 150 feet using CAT5 cable
USB 2.0
Extender S
USB 2.0
Extender R

LINK CABLE - WIRING DIAGRAM
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White/Orange
Orange
White/Green
Blue
White/Blue
Green
White/Brown
Brown
RJ-45 Jack RJ-45 Jack
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1. On the USB 2.0 S Extender send unit, check that the power indicator is GREEN.
2. On the USB 2.0 S Extender send unit, check that the link indicator is GREEN.
3. On the USB 2.0 R Extender receiver unit, check that the power indicator is GREEN.
4. Once all LEDs are illuminated as suggested, the USB 2.0 Extender is ready to accept
a USB peripheral device at the USB port on the USB 2.0 R Extender receiver unit. Follow
the installation instructions as if one were installing the device directly into a computer's
USB port.
5. On the host computer, check that a general purpose hub is visible in the Control Panel.
Once connected, a USB peripheral device causes its host computer to automatically
enumerate it. This simply means that the computer must identify the new device, assign
it an ID, and ensure that the required software drivers are available for loading when the
device is to be used.
6. The USB 2.0 Extender is not an end device. Consequently, it does not have a software
component or driver to be loaded. Some peripheral devices that are to be attached to
the USB 2.0 Extender will have a USB Driver diskette or CD-ROM which will need to be
inserted after initial connection to a USB port on the USB 2.0 Extender model.
CHECK LIST
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Power Indicator is not lit.
-- Make certain the power supply unit is properly connected to the USB 2.0 R Extender
unit and to a proper local power supply outlet.
Link Indicators are Green.
-- Make certain that the host computer is operating and responding to commands. If re-
quired, reset the computer.
Problem Not Resolved
-- Disconnect power (DC Adaptor) plug from wall outlet that feeds power to the
USB 2.0 R Extender unit.
-- Disconnect the USB 2.0 S Extender USB connection from the computer.
-- Reconnect power (DC Adaptor) from the USB 2.0 R Extender unit to the wall outlet.
-- Reconnect the USB 2.0 S Extender USB connection to the computer.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
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WARRANTY
Gefen, Inc. warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material
and workmanship.
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen, Inc. is notified within one (1) year
from the date of shipment, Gefen, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment,
provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other
abuse or modifications.
Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the
current price of parts and labor in effect at the of repair. Such repairs are warranted for
ninety (90) days from the day of reshipment to the Buyer.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without
limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, all
of which are expressly disclaimed.
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate.
However,Gefen,Inc.assumesno responsibility for any inaccuracies that may becontained
inthismanual. In no event will Gefen, Inc., be liable for direct,indirect,special,incidental,or
consequentialdamages resultingfromany defect oromissionin thismanual,even if advised
of the possibility of such damages. The technical information contained herein regarding
USB 2.0 Extender features and specifications is subject to change without notice.
All Rights Reserved © Copyright 2003 Gefen Inc.
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