Icron USB Ranger 2244 User manual

USB Ranger® 2244
Fiber Optic USB 2.0 Extender
User Guide
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Thank you for purchasing the USB Ranger® 2244.
Please read this guide thoroughly.
This document applies to Part Numbers: 00-00264, 00-00265, 00-00266 and 00-00267.
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 Ranger, to which this
declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standard EMC EN-55022:2006+A1:2007 Class B, EN 61000-
3-2:2006, EN 61000-3-3:2003, and EN 55024:1998+A2:2003.
IC Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................... 3
Ranger Product Contents ............................................................................................................ 3
Requirements ................................................................................................................................ 3
About the Ranger ......................................................................................................................... 3
Installation guide .......................................................................................... 6
Installing the LEX unit .................................................................................................................. 6
Installing the REX unit .................................................................................................................. 6
Connecting the LEX unit to the REX unit .................................................................................... 7
Checking the Installation ............................................................................................................. 7
Connecting a USB Device ............................................................................................................ 8
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 8
Specifications ................................................................................................. 11
Limited Hardware Warranty ......................................................................... 12
Hardware Remedies ...................................................................................... 12
Limitation of Liability .................................................................................... 12
Obtaining Warranty Service ......................................................................... 13
Contacting Technical Support ...................................................................... 13
Technical Glossary ......................................................................................... 14

Introduction
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.
Ranger 2244 Product Contents
Your Ranger 2244 is packaged with:
• LEXunit(LocalExtender)
• REXunit(RemoteExtender)
• REXACpoweradapter(1)
USB 2.0 Cable (6 ft)•
Quick Start Guide and Warranty Information•
An additional AC power adapter may be purchased for the LEX unit in the event that your USB port can not supply
the required 500mA current. Please contact an Icron Sales representative for further details (See Page 13).
Requirements
To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with the product:
• USB1.1or2.0compatiblecomputer(hostcomputer)withaUSBcompliantoperatingsystem
• USB1.1or2.0compatibledevice
• 2-strandberopticcablewithDuplexLCconnectors(ifusingsurfacecabling)
 OR,2-strandberopticcablingwithtwoinformationoutletsandtwo2-strandberopticpatchcords
with Duplex LC connectors (if using premise cabling)
 Themaximumlengthofthesinglemodeberopticcable(SMF)supportedbytheRanger2244system,includingpatch 
cords is 10 kilometers.
About the Ranger 2244
The Ranger 2244 incorporates Icron’s patented ExtremeUSB® technology, enabling users to extend beyond
the standard 5m cable limit for USB peripheral devices. With the Ranger 2244, USB devices can be located up
to 10 kilometers from the computer.
The Ranger 2244 is composed of two individual units; the LEX unit and the REX unit.
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The LEX unit
The LEX unit connects to the computer using a standard USB cable. Power for this unit is provided by the
USB on the host computer.
Front View
Rear View
ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION
1 Power LED (Blue) LED turns on when power is supplied. Off when no power is
supplied.
2 Link LED (Green) Indicates a valid ExtremeUSB® link is established between the LEX
and REX.
3 Host LED (Green) Indicates that the Ranger 2244 system is properly enumerated on
the host PC. LED blinks when in suspend state.
4 Activity LED (Amber)
Indicates activity when data transmission is active between LEX
and REX. LED blinks intermittently with or without a USB device
connected.When the LEX and REX are in suspend mode, the LED
is off.
5 Earth Ground Optional earth ground connection to housing of unit. Accepts an
M2 type screw.
6 Power port (optional)
Not required in normal operation. An optional 5V power supply
can be connected to the LEX unit to provide power if the USB port
on the host PC is not capable of delivering 500mA to the unit.
7 USB Type B connector Used to connect the LEX unit to the host computer.
8 Link Port (Duplex LC) ExtensionlinkDuplexLCberoptictransceiverport.
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The REX Unit
The REX unit provides USB Type A ports for standard USB devices. The REX unit allows you to connect up to
four USB devices directly. Additional devices may be connected by attaching USB hubs to the REX unit.
The REX unit is powered by an external AC adapter and can supply up to 500mA to each USB port.
Front View
Rear View
ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION
1 Device Port (USB
Type A)
USB device connection
2 Device LED
(Green/Orange)
Indicates when a USB device is connected to the Device Port. Solid
green when device is plugged in and active. Off when device is in
suspend mode or REX unit is powered off. Amber when the REX unit
detects an overcurrent status and the attached USB device attempts to
draw more than the 500mA current.
3 Power LED (Blue) LED turns on when power is supplied. Off when no power is supplied.
4 Link LED (Green) Indicates a valid ExtremeUSB® link is established between the LEX and
REX.
5 Host LED (Green) Indicates that the Ranger 2244 system is properly enumerated on the
host PC. LED blinks when in suspend mode.
6 Activity LED (Amber) Indicates activity when data transmission is active between LEX and
REX. LED blinks intermittently with or without a USB device connected.
When the LEX and REX are in suspend mode, the LED is off.
7 Earth Ground Optional Earth Ground connection to housing of unit. Accepts an M2
type screw.
8 Power port Connects to the AC power supply. Required on REX for proper
operation.
9 Link Port (Duplex LC) ExtensionlinkDuplexLCberoptictransceiverport.
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Installation guide
Fiber Optic Link Cabling
TheLEXandREXunitsareinterconnectedbyupto10kilometersofberopticcabling.Twostrandsof
singlemodeberopticsarerequiredtosupportthelongreachconnection.Thecablingsubsystemmust
provide a duplex connection with crossover, and must be terminated with Duplex LC connectors at both
ends.
Installing the Ranger 2244 System
Before you can install the Ranger 2244, 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. If you are using surface cabling, the Ranger 2244 supports a maximum distance of 10km over SMF.
OR
 Ifyouareusingpremisecabling,ensurecompatibleberopticcablingisinstalledbetweenthetwo
 locations,withberopticinformationoutletslocatednearboththecomputerandtheUSB
device(s), and the total length including patch cords is no more than 10km over SMF.
Installing the LEX unit
1. Place the LEX unit near the computer.
2. Install the supplied USB cable between the LEX and USB port on the host computer.
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.
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USBextensionupto10kmoversinglemodeberopticcable

Connecting the LEX unit to the REX unit
To ensureproperoperation,themaximumlengthoftheberopticcable,includingpatchcords,mustnotexceed10km.
The cabling must provide a duplex connection with crossover and must be terminated with Duplex LC
connectors at both ends.
With Surface Cabling
1. Plugoneendoftheberopticcabling(notincluded)intotheLinkportontheLEXunit.
2. PlugtheotherendoftheberopticcablingintotheLinkportontheREXunit.
With Premise Cabling
1. Plugoneendofaberopticpatchcord(notincluded)intotheLinkportontheLEXunit.
2. Plugtheotherendofthepatchcordintotheberopticinformationoutletnearthehostcomputer.
3. Plug one end of the 2ndberopticpatchcord(notincluded)intotheLinkportonthe
REX unit.
4. Plug the other end of the 2ndpatchcordintotheberopticinformationoutletneartheUSBdevice.
Checking the Installation
1. On the LEX and REX units, check that the Power, Host, and Link LEDs are on and that the Activity LED
is blinking. If the Link LED is permanently off, then the cabling between the LEX and REX unit is not
installed properly or is defective.
2. ForWindowsusers(2000,XP,Vista,Windows7),openDeviceManagertoconrmthattheRanger
2244 has installed correctly. Expand the entry for Universal Serial Bus controllers by clicking the +
 sign.IftheRanger2244hasbeeninstalledcorrectly,youshouldnditlistedasa“GenericUSBHub”.
3. ForMacOSXusers,opentheSystemProlertoconrmthattheRangerhasinstalledcorrectly.In 
 thelefthandcolumnunderHardware,select“USB”andinspecttherighthandpanel.IftheRanger
 2244hasbeeninstalledcorrectly,youshouldnditlistedasa“Hub”undertheUSBHigh-SpeedBus/
USB Bus.
4. If the Ranger 2244 is not detected correctly or fails to detect, please consult the Troubleshooting
Guide.
ToopenSystemProlerinOSX:OpentheFinder,selectApplications,thenopentheUtilitiesfolderanddouble
 clickontheSystemProlericon.
To open Device Manager in Windows 2000 or XP:
 Rightclick“MyComputer”thenselect:Properties>>Hardwaretab>>DeviceManager
To open Device Manager in Windows Vista or Windows 7:
 OpentheStartmenu,rightclickon“Computer”thenselect:Manage>>DeviceManager
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Connecting a USB Device
1. Install any software required to operate the USB device(s). Refer to the documentation for the USB
device(s), as required.
2. Connect the USB device to the device port on the REX unit.
3. Check that the device is detected and installed properly in the operating system.
Compatibility
TheRanger2244complieswithUSB1.1andUSB2.0specicationsgoverningthedesignofUSBdevices.
However, Icron Technologies Corporation does not guarantee that all USB devices are compatible with the
Ranger2244,asthereareanumberofdifferentcongurationsthatmayimpacttheoperationofUSBdevices
over extended distances.
Troubleshooting
The following table provides troubleshooting tips. 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.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
All LEDs on LEX
unit are off.
•TheLEXunitisnotreceiving
enough power from the USB
port or the (optional) LEX AC
adapter.
1. Ensure that the USB connection between the LEX
and host computer is properly installed,
2. Move the USB connector to another USB port
on the host computer.
All LEDs on REX
unit are off.
•TheREXunitisnotreceiving
power from the AC adapter.
1. Ensure that the AC power adapter is properly
connected to the REX unit.
2. Check that the AC adapter is connected to a live
source of electrical power. Check that the REX
power LED is illuminated.
Link LEDs on
LEX unit and
REX unit are off.
•Thereisnoconnectionbetween
the LEX unit and REX unit.
1.Ensurethatasinglemodeberopticcablewith
crossoever is connected between the LEX and
REX units.
2.Connectashortberopticcrossoverpatchcord
between the LEX and REX units. Recheck
operation of the system..
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Link LED on LEX/
REX units are on,
Host LED on LEX/
REX units are off.
•Thehostcomputerisnot
powered on.
•TheLEXunitisnot
connected to the computer
(when used with the optional
LEX AC adapter).
•Thecomputerdoesnot
support USB hubs.
•TheRanger2244is
malfunctioning.
1. Disconnect all USB devices from the REX unit.
2. Disconnect the LEX unit from the computer.
3. Disconnect the REX unit from the AC power
adapter.
4. Reconnect the LEX unit to the computer.
5. Reconnect the REX unit to the AC power
adapter.
6. In the Universal Serial Bus controllers section of
Device Manager, check that the Ranger 2244 is
recognizedasa“GenericUSBHub”.
Ranger units were
working but the
Host LED on REX
unit is suddenly
blinking.
•TheREXunitisinsuspend
mode.The operating system
may put the Ranger 2244 in
suspend mode when the
computer is put into a
Suspend/Standby state or
when no USB devices are
attached.
1. Recover/Resume the operating system from
Suspend/Standby mode (see your operating
system’s documentation).
2. Attach a USB device to the Ranger 2244.
All LEDs on both
the LEX unit and
REX unit are on
but the USB device
does not operate
correctly or is
detected as an
“UnknownDevice”
in the operating
system.
•TheUSBdeviceis
malfunctioning.
•Thecomputerdoesnot
recognize the USB device.
•Theapplicationsoftwarefor
the device is not operating.
•TheRanger2244is
malfunctioning.
1. Disconnect the Ranger 2244 from the computer.
2. Connect the USB device directly to the USB port
on the computer.
3. If the device does not operate properly,
consult the user documentation for the device.
4. Update your system BIOS, chipset or USB Host
controller drivers from your System/Mother
board manufacturer’s website.
5. If the device operates properly when directly
connected to the computer, connect another
device (of a different type) to the Ranger 2244.
Connect the Ranger 2244 to the computer.
6. If the second device does not operate, the
Ranger may be malfunctioning.
Contact technical support for assistance.
7. If the second device does operate properly,
therstdevicemaynotbecompatiblewith
the Ranger 2244.
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USB device is
attached to REX
USB port but
REX device LED
is off.
•AUSBdevicemusthavethe
appropriate driver installed on
the computer operating system.
1. Install the required USB device driver on the
computer operating system prior to attaching
the USB device to the REX unit. Please see your
USB device manufacturer’s website for details.
2. Consult your USB device documentation and
power your USB device with the additional, USB
device manufacturer supplied, power supply (if
available).
Device LED
is orange
and units are
no longer
functioning.
•Overcurrentconditionhas
occurred because USB device
draws more power than can be
suppliedperUSBspecication
(500mA).
1. Power cycle REX.
LED Host and
LINK LEDs
on LEX/REX
units blink
intermittently.
•Firmwaremismatchbetween
the LEX and REX.
1. Use a different LEX/REX pair which have the
samermwarerevision.
2.UpgradetheLEX/REXrmware,contacttechnical
support for assistance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Please visit Icron’s website for answers to FAQs: http://www.icron.com/products/usb/faq.php
Specifications
Range 6 miles (10km) over SMF
USB device support
High-speed devices (480 Mb/s) (USB 2.0)
Full speed devices (12 Mb/s) (USB 2.0 & 1.1)
Low speed devices (1.5 Mb/s) (USB 2.0 & 1.1)
USB hub support Any single chain can include up to 3 USB hubs plus one Ranger 2244.
USB host support EHCI (USB 2.0) and OHCI/UHCI (USB 1.1)
Maximum USB devices
supported 14 USB Devices or 3 USB hubs with 11 USB devices.
AC adapter(s) Input: 100/240 V AC, 50 – 60 Hz, 600 mA maximum
Output: 5 V DC, 3 A
AC adapter connector 1.7 mm centre-positive jack
Power available to USB
device at REX unit 500 mA each port
LEX unit USB connector 1 x USB Type B
LEX unit Link connector 1 x Duplex LC
REX unit Link connector 1 x Duplex LC
REX unit USB connector 4 x USB Type A
LEX unit dimensions 3.94”x2.99”x1.02”(100mmx76mmx26mm)
LEX power consumption 500 mA Maximum
REX unit dimensions 3.94”x2.99”x1.02”(100mmx76mmx26mm)
REX power consumption Approx. 500 mA (No Load). 2.5A (Full load)
System shipping weight 2.0 lbs (0.9 kg)
Operating temperature
range 0°C to 50°C
Storage temperature range -20°C to 70°C
Operating humidity 20% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage humidity 10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Regulatory testing FCC (Class B), IC (Class B), CE (Class B)
ESD rating EMC EN-61000-4-2 8kV Contact, 16kV Air
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Limited Hardware Warranty
Icron Technologies Corporation warrants that any hardware products accompanying this documentation
shallbefreefromsignicantdefectsinmaterialandworkmanshipforaperiodofoneyearfromthedateof
purchase. Icron Technologies Corporation’s hardware warranty extends to Licensee, its customers and end
users.
TheWarrantydoesnotincluderepairoffailurescausedby:misuse,neglect,accident,modication,operation
outside a normal operating environment, failure caused by service of the device by non-authorized servicers,
or failure caused by a product for which Icron Technologies Corporation is not responsible.
Hardware Remedies
Icron Technologies Corporation’s entire liability and the Licensee’s exclusive remedy for any breach of
warranty, shall be, at Icron Technologies Corporation’s option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) repair
or replacement of hardware, which will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or
30 days, whichever is longer.These remedies are void if failure of the hardware has resulted from accident,
abuse, or misapplication.
Limitation of Liability
The hardware warranty set forth in this agreement replaces all other warranties. Icron Technologies
Corporationexpresslydisclaimsallothermerchantabilityandtnessforaparticularpurposeandnon-
infringement of third-party rights with respect to the hardware.
IcronTechnologiesCorporationdealer,agent,oremployeeisauthorizedtomakeanymodication,
extension, or addition to this warranty. Under no circumstances will Icron Technologies Corporation, its
suppliersorlicensorsbeliableforanycostsofprocurementorsubstituteproductsorservices,lostprots,
loss of information or data, or any other special, indirect, consequential, or incidental damages arising in
any way out of the sale of, use of, or inability to use Icron Technologies Corporation product or service, even
if Icron Technologies Corporation, its suppliers or licensors have been advised of the possibility of such
damages. In no case shall Icron Technologies Corporation, its suppliers and licensors’liability exceed the
actual money paid for the products at issue.
Because some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation of implied warranties of liability for incidental,
consequential, special, or indirect damages, the above limitation may not always apply.
The above limitations will not apply in case of personal injury where and to the extent that applicable law
requires such liability.
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Obtaining Warranty Service
To obtain warranty service, you must contact Icron Technologies Corporation within the warranty period
for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. Icron Technologies Corporation will not accept returns
without an authorized RMA number. Be sure you have the serial numbers of the LEX unit and REX unit before
calling. Package the product appropriately for safe shipment and mark the RMA number on the outside of
the package.The package must be sent prepaid to Icron Technologies Corporation.We recommend that
you insure it or send it by a method that provides for tracking of the package.The repaired or replaced item
will be shipped to you, at Icron Technologies Corporation’s expense, not later than thirty days after Icron
Technologies Corporation receives the defective product.
Address the returned product to:
RMA Coordinator
Icron Technologies Corporation
4664 Lougheed Highway, Suite 221
Burnaby, BC V5C 5T5 Canada
Tel: [phone]
Contacting Sales
Email: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]
Contacting Technical Support
Email: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]
To help us serve you better, please include the following information with your technical support request:
• Hostcomputermakeandmodel
• Typeofoperatingsysteminstalled(e.g.WindowsXP,MacOSX,Windows7etc.)
• PartnumberandserialnumberofbothLEXunitandREXunit
• MakeandmodelofanyUSBdevice(s)attachedtotheRanger2244
• Descriptionoftheinstallation
• Descriptionoftheproblem
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Technical Glossary
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.
Duplex LC
Whenacrossoverber-opticcableiscalledfor,thecablehasthetransmitsignalononeendconnectedto
the receive signal at the other end.
USB Type A
port
USB Type A
connector
USB Type B
port
USB Type B
connector
RX
TX

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