Icron USB-2000 User manual

USB 2.0 USB-2000
Thank you for purchasing the USB-2000. Please read this guide
thoroughly before installation.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning
The USB-2000 have been tested and found compliant with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when installed and
operated in a commercial environment. The USB-2000
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with this user guide, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. Operation of the USB-2000 in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
CE Statement
We, Icron Technologies Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility
that the USB-2000, to which this
declaration relates, are in conformity with European Standard EN 55022/A1
Class A, and EN 50082-1 (IEC 801-2, IEC 801-3, IEC 801-4)
IC Statement
These Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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without notice.

User Guide
Contents
Introduction................................................................................................ 1
USB-2000 Product Contents...................................................................... 1
About the USB-2000.................................................................................. 2
Before You Begin ...................................................................................... 5
Installing the LEX unit............................................................................... 5
Installing the REX unit .............................................................................. 5
Connecting the LEX unit to the REX unit ................................................. 5
Checking the Installation............................................................................ 6
Connecting a USB Device ......................................................................... 6
Troubleshooting......................................................................................... 7
Specifications............................................................................................. 9
Limited Hardware Warranty .................................................................... 11
Hardware Remedies................................................................................. 11
Limitation of Liability.............................................................................. 11
Obtaining Warranty Service..................................................................... 12
Contacting Technical Support.................................................................. 12
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User Guide
Introduction
This manual is intended to assist IT professionals install the USB-2000.
The instructions in this guide assume a general
knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity with cabling
requirements, and some understanding of USB devices. The USB-2000
reference used for the remainder of this document applies to either the -2 or
-4 model.
NOTE:Notes give additional information that could make installation
easier.
USB-2000 Product Contents
When you open your USB-2000 for the first time you should find the
following items:
• USB-2000 User Guide
• Local EXtender (LEX) unit.
• Remote EXtender (REX) unit.
• AC power adapter (2 units)
• USB cable (2m long)
To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that
are not included with the product:
• USB compatible computer
• USB device
• 2-strand fiber-optic cable with Duplex LC connectors (if using
surface cabling),
OR,
2-strand fiber-optic cabling with two information outlets and two
2-strand fiber-optic patch cords with Duplex LC connectors (if
using premise cabling)
NOTE:For the USB-2000, the maximum length of the
multimode fiber-optic (MMF) cable, including patch cords, must
not exceed 500m on 50/125µm MMF or 300m on 62.5/125µm
MMF.
NOTE: For the USB-2000, the maximum length of the
singlemode fiber-optic (SMF) cable, including patch cords, must
not exceed 10 km on 9/125µm SMF
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About the USB-2000
The USB-2000 incorporates Icron’s ExtremeUSB® technology. This
technology breaks the five-meter distance barrier for the connection of USB
peripheral devices and allows users to enjoy the benefits of USB technology
beyond the desktop.
With the USB-2000, utilizing multimode fiber, USB devices can
be located up to 500 meters from the host computer.
With the USB-2000, utilizing singlemode fiber, USB devices can
be located up to 10km from the host computer.
The USB-2000 is composed of two individual units, the LEX unit and
the REX unit. Note that there are no physical differences between the
-2 and -4 units. The only difference is the -2
units ship with multimode SFP modules supporting a maximum reach of
500m, and the -4 units ship with singlemode SFP modules
supporting a maximum reach of 10km.
The LEX unit: USB-2000
The LEX unit connects to the host computer using a conventional
USB cable.
The LEX unit is powered by an external AC adapter.
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1Host LED
2Host Port (USB Type B)
3Link LED
4Link Port (Duplex LC)
5Power LED
6Power connector
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The REX unit: USB-2000
The REX unit connects to a USB device using a conventional USB
cable. The REX unit allows you to connect up to four USB devices.
Additional devices may be connected by attaching a conventional
USB hub to the REX unit.
The REX unit is powered by an external AC adapter.
Front
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Rear
View
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1Power LED
2Power connector
3Device LEDs
4Device Ports (USB Type A)
5Link LED
6Link Port (Duplex LC)
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Network Cabling
USB-2000-2
The LEX unit and the REX unit are interconnected by up to 500 meters of
fiber-optic cabling. Two strands of 50/125µm MMF or 62.5/125µm MMF
cabling are required. The cabling subsystem must provide a duplex
connection with crossover, and must be terminated with Duplex LC
connectors at both ends.
USB-2000-4
The LEX unit and the REX unit are interconnected by up to 500 meters of
fiber-optic cabling. Two strands of 9/125µm SMF cabling are required. The
cabling subsystem must provide a duplex connection with crossover, and
must be terminated with Duplex LC connectors at both ends.
Fiber-optic cable
USB USB
LEX REX
cable cable(s) USB
device(s)
computer
AC power adapters
USB Cables
USB cables have two distinct connectors. The Type A connector is used to
connect the cable from a USB device to the Type A port on a computer or
hub. The Type B connector is used to attach the USB cable to a USB device.
USB Type A
port USB Type A
connector USB Type B
port USB Type B connector
Compatibility
The USB-2000 complies with USB 2.0 specifications governing the
design of USB devices. However, Icron Technologies Corporation does not
guarantee that all USB devices are compatible with the USB-2000.
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Before You Begin
Before you can install the USB-2000, you need to prepare your site.
1. Determine where the host computer is to be located and set up the
computer.
2. Determine where you want to locate the USB device(s).
3. If you are using surface cabling, ensure you have enough fiber-optic
cabling to connect the two locations.
OR
If you are using premise cabling, ensure fiber-optic cabling is
installed between the two locations, with fiber-optic information
outlets located near both the computer and the USB device.
Installing the LEX unit
1. Place the LEX unit near the host computer.
2. Plug the power adapter into a suitable AC outlet.
3. Connect the power adapter to the LEX unit.
4. Plug the Type B connector on the USB cable (included) into the
Host port on the LEX unit.
5. Plug the Type A connector on the USB cable into a USB port on the
host computer.
NOTE:The host computer must be equipped with an EHCI (USB 2.0) host
controller. Support for OHCI/UHCI (USB 1.1) host controllers is
not provided.
Installing the REX unit
1. Place the REX unit near the USB device(s).
2. Plug the power adapter into a suitable AC outlet.
3. Connect the power adapter to the REX unit.
Connecting the LEX unit to the REX unit
With Surface Cabling
1. Plug one end of the fiber-optic cabling (not included) into the Link
port on the LEX unit.
2. Plug the other end of the fiber-optic cabling into the Link port on the
REX unit.
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With Premise Cabling
1. Plug one end of a fiber-optic patch cord (not included) into the Link
port on the LEX unit.
2. Plug the other end of the patch cord into the fiber-optic information
outlet near the host computer.
3. Plug one end of the second fiber-optic patch cord (not included) into
the Link port on the REX unit.
4. Plug the other end of the second patch cord into the fiber-optic
information outlet near the USB device.
NOTE:If you are installing a USB-2000 unit, the
maximum length of the fiber-optic cable, including patch cords,
must not exceed 500 meters.
NOTE: If you are installing a USB-2000 unit, the
maximum length of the fiber-optic cable, including patch cords,
must not exceed 10,000 meters.
NOTE: The cabling must provide a duplex connection with
crossover, and must be terminated with Duplex LC connectors at
both ends.
Checking the Installation
1. Check that the Power LEDs on the LEX unit and the REX unit are
both on.
2. Check that the Link LEDs on the LEX unit and the REX unit are
both on.
3. Check that the Host LED on the LEX unit is on.
4. On the host PC, open the Device Manager applet. Expand the entry
for Universal Serial Bus controllers by clicking the + sign. If the
USB 2.0 Ranger has been installed correctly you should find it
listed as a Generic USB Hub.
Connecting a USB Device
1. Install any software required to operate the USB device(s). Refer to
the documentation for the device(s), as required.
2. Connect the USB device to the Device port on the REX unit.
3. Check that the Device LED on the REX unit is on.
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Troubleshooting
The following table provides troubleshooting help. The topics are arranged
in the order in which they should be executed in most situations. If you are
unable to resolve the problem after following these instructions, please
contact technical support for further assistance (see page 12).
Symptoms/Cause Remedy
All LEDs on LEX unit are
off.
Cause:
The LEX unit is not
receiving power from the
adapter
1. Ensure that a power adapter is connected
to the LEX unit.
2. Check that the adapter is connected to a
live source of electrical power.
All LEDs on REX unit are
off.
Cause:
The REX unit is not
receiving power from the
adapter
1. Ensure that a power adapter is connected
to the REX unit.
2. Check that the adapter is connected to a
live source of electrical power.
Link LEDs on LEX unit and
REX unit are off.
Cause:
There is no connection
between the LEX unit and
the REX unit.
1. Ensure that a fiber-optic cable with
crossover is connected between the LEX
unit and the REX unit.
2. Connect a short fiber-optic crossover
patch cord between the LEX unit and the
REX unit. Recheck the operation of the
system.
Link LED on LEX unit is on;
Host LED on LEX unit is off.
Cause:
a) The computer is not
functioning.
b) The LEX unit is not
connected to the
computer.
c) The computer does not
support USB hubs.
d) The USB-2000 is
malfunctioning.
1. Disconnect all USB devices from the REX
unit.
2. Disconnect the LEX unit from the
computer.
3. Disconnect and then reconnect the power
adapter to the USB-2000.
4. Reconnect the LEX unit to the computer.
5. In the Universal Serial Bus controllers
section of Device Manager, check that
the USB-2000 is recognised as a
“Generic USB Hub”.
6. If the USB-2000 is not recognised,
contact technical support for assistance.
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