Icron USB 3.0 SP3022 User manual

USB 3.0 SP3022
2-Port USB 3.0 100m Multimode Fiber Extender System
User Guide

Thank you for purchasing the USB 3.0 SP3022.
Please read this guide thoroughly.
This document applies to Part Numbers: 00-00426, 00-00426, 00-00427, and 00-00428.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CE Statement
We, Icron Technologies Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the Spectra 3022, to which
this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standard EN 55022, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, and
EN 61000-3-3.
IC Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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that may appear in this manual. Information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
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Contents
Introduction.............................................................................................................3
SP3022 Product Contents................................................................................................................. 3
Features .................................................................................................................................................. 3
The Local Extender ............................................................................................................................. 4
The Remote Extender ........................................................................................................................ 5
Installation Guide....................................................................................................6
Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Fiber Optic Link Cabling.................................................................................................................... 6
Installing the SP3022 System.......................................................................................................... 7
Preparing Your Site ............................................................................................................................. 7
Preparing Your Computer................................................................................................................. 7
Connecting a USB 3.0 Device........................................................................................................11
Installing the Local Extender ........................................................................................................11
Installing the Remote Extender ..................................................................................................11
Checking the Installation ...............................................................................................................12
Compatibility ......................................................................................................................................12
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................13
Contacting Technical Support ..............................................................................15
Technical Glossary .................................................................................................16
USB Connectors ................................................................................................................................16
Duplex LC Crossover ........................................................................................................................16
Specications.........................................................................................................17

Introduction
This guide provides product information for the SP3022, installation instructions, troubleshooting guidelines,
and instructions for contacting Icron regarding technical support and warranty information.
The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity
with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices.
NOTE: Notes provide additional information that could be useful.
CAUTION: Cautions provide important information about an operational requirement.
SP3022 Product Contents
Your SP3022 is packaged with:
• LocalExtender
• RemoteExtender
• RemoteExtenderACpoweradapter
• USB3.0cable
• Country specific power cable
• Quick Start Guide and Warranty Information
Features
The SP3022 incorporates Icron’s patented ExtremeUSB® technology, enabling users to extend beyond the
standard 3m cable limit for USB 3.0 peripheral devices. With the SP3022, USB 3.0 devices can be located up
to 100 meters from the computer.
TheSP3022iscomposedoftwoindividualunits:theLocalExtender)andtheRemoteExtender.
CAUTION: The SP3022 supports only USB 3.0 devices. USB 2.0 and 1.1 devices will not function
through this extender.
note
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The Local Extender
TheLocalExtenderconnectstothecomputerusingastandardUSB3.0cable.Powerforthisunitisprovided
by the USB on the host computer.
Front View
RearView
ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION
1
Power ON Unit is powered properly.
Power OFF Unit is not powered or not powered properly.
2
Status Blinking (1Hz) WaitingforconnectiontoRemoteExtender.
Status ON LocalandRemoteExtendersarelinkedandoperatingnormally.
Status OFF Fault detected; power cycle required.
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Host ON SuperSpeed Host detected on upstream facing port.
Host OFF SuperSpeed Host not detected.
4 Power Port (optional)
Not required in normal operation. An optional 5V power supply
canbeconnectedtotheLocalExtendertoprovidepowerifthe
USB port on the host PC is not capable of delivering sufficient
power to the unit.
5 Config Port Reservedformanufactureruse.
6 USB 3.0 Type B port UsedtoconnecttheLocalExtendertothehostcomputer.Port
accepts locking or non-locking USB 3.0 Type B connectors.
7LinkPort(DuplexLC) ExtensionlinkDuplexLCberoptictransceiverport.
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The Remote Extender
TheRemoteExtenderprovidesUSBTypeAportsforUSB3.0devices.TheRemoteExtenderallowsyouto
connectuptotwoUSB3.0devicesdirectly.TheRemoteExtenderispoweredbyanexternalACadapterand
can supply up to 900mA to each USB port.
Front View
Front View
RearView
RearView
ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION
1 USB 3.0 Type A ports UsedtoconnectUSB3.0device(s)totheREX.Portsacceptlocking
or non-locking USB 3.0 Type A connectors.
2
Power ON Unit is powered properly.
Power OFF Unit is not powered or not powered properly.
3
Status Blinking (1Hz) WaitingforconnectiontoLocalExtender.
Status ON LocalandRemoteExtendersarelinkedandoperatingnormally.
Status OFF Fault detected; power cycle required.
4
Host ON SuperSpeed Host detected on upstream facing port.
Host OFF SuperSpeed Host not detected.
5 Power Port ConnectstothelockingACpowersupply.RequiredonRemote
Extender for proper operation.
6 Config Port Reservedformanufactureruse.
7LinkPort(DuplexLC) ExtensionlinkDuplexLCberoptictransceiverport.
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Installation Guide
Example Application
Requirements
To complete installation of the SP3022, you will also require the following items that are not included with
the product:
• USB 3.0 compatible computer (host computer) with a USB 3.0 compliant operating system
• USB 3.0 compatible device
• 2-strand50/125μmmultimode(MMF)beropticcablewithDuplexLCconnectors
note The maximum length of the multimode fiber (MMF) optic cable supported by the SP3022 system, including patch
cords, is 100m for USB 3.0 cameras, and 50m for other devices.
Fiber Optic Link Cabling
TheLocalExtenderandRemoteExtenderareinterconnectedbyberopticcabling.Thiscablingmustbe:
• 50/125μm multimode fiber (MMF)
• TerminatedwithDuplexLCconnectors
The following maximum distances are achievable depending on the application and cabling standard:
• Using OM3, up to 100m is achievable with USB 3.0 cameras, and up to 50m for all other applications.
• Using OM2, up to 50m is achievable for all applications.
note For assistance sourcing appropriate fibre optic cabling, contact Technical Support.
If premise cabling will be used for the installation, then the distances provided above must be met when
measuringfromLocalExtendertoRemoteExtender,inclusiveofthepremisecablingandthepatchcables.
Allcablesmustmeettheratingsspecied.PatchcablesmustbeterminatedwithDuplexLCconnectors.
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Local Extender
USB 3.0 Camera
Remote Extender Assembly Line
Computer & Monitor USB 3.0 up to 100m
over multimode ber

Installing the SP3022 System
Preparing Your Site
Before you can install the SP3022, you need to prepare your site:
1. Determine where the computer is to be located and set up the computer.
2. Determine where you want to locate the USB device(s).
3. Ensure fiber optic cabling is in place, prepared, properly terminated, and within the maximum
distances as defined for the cabling standard used.
Preparing Your Computer
The SP3022 does not support suspend modes of operation. As such, your computer should be configured to
not go into“suspend mode”or to“suspend” the USB ports.
To perform the changes:
Windows (7/8)
To disable “suspend”settings on your computer:
1. Open Control Panel. Open Power Options.
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For each of the plans listed:
a. Click on Change Plan Settings
2. Select “Never”for“Put the computer to sleep” for all the configurations presented.
a. Click Change advanced power settings.

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b. Expand “USB settings”
c. Expand “USB selective suspend setting”
3. Select “Disabled”.
OS X
To disable “suspend”settings on your computer:
1. Open System Preferences and select Energy Saver.