NTI XTENDEX Series User manual

MAN350 Rev Date 10/1/2019
USB3-2FOLC-4
4-Port USB 3.0 Extender via Two LC Fiber
Optic Cables
Installation and Operation Manual
XTENDEX®Series
Local Unit Remote Unit

TRADEMARK
XTENDEX is a registered trademark of Network Technologies Inc in the U.S. and other countries.
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right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................1
Materials..........................................................................................................................................................................2
Preparation for Installation ..............................................................................................................................................2
Installation .......................................................................................................................................................................3
Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................................................5
Technical Specifications..................................................................................................................................................5
Warranty Information.......................................................................................................................................................6

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INTRODUCTION
The XTENDEX® 4-Port USB 3.0 Extender via Fiber Optic Cable extends four USB devices up to 820 feet (250 meters) using a
duplex LC 9-micron singlemode or 50-micron multimode fiber optic cable. Each extender consists of a local unit that connects to a
computer, and a remote unit that connects to four USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 devices. The local and remote units are interconnected via a
two-strand LC 9-micron singlemode or 50-micron multimode fiber optic cable.
Features
Supports fully transparent USB connection - USB Windows computers (Windows 7/8/8.1/10)and their associated
peripherals.
Extend self-powered and/or bus-powered USB peripheral devices (security cameras, printers, scanners, touch screen
monitors, game controllers, flash drives, keyboards, mice, etc.).
Signal transmission up to 820 feet (250 meters) via a two-strand LC 9-micron singlemode or 50-micron multimode fiber
optic cable.
Supports super-speed (5 Gbps), high-speed (480 Mbps), full-speed (12 Mbps), or low-speed (1.5 Mbps) USB devices.
Compliant with USB 3.0 specifications.
oBackwards compatible with USB 2.0/1.1.
Each port supports full 900mA current.
Supports Plug-n-Play specification.
Low RFI/EMI for sensitive applications.
No drivers required.
Compact design for the transmitter - allows for direct connection to the host.
Integrated mounting brackets on the receiver for easy surface/wall mounting.
Cables can be installed in conduit prior to extender installation.
Local Unit
One male USB Type A connector.
Two female LC fiber optic ports.
Supports a USB computer (PC only).
Supports Windows 7/8/8.1/10.
Remote Unit
Four female USB Type A connectors.
Two female LC fiber optic ports.
Supports super-speed (5 Gbps), high-speed (480 Mbps), full-speed (12 Mbps), or low-speed (1.5 Mbps) USB devices.
Supports self-powered and/or bus-powered USB devices.
Compatible with USB touch screen monitors.

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MATERIALS
Materials supplied with this kit:
NTI USB3-2FOLC-4 Transmitter (Local Unit) and Receiver (Remote Unit)
100-240VAC, 50 or 60Hz-12VDC/3A AC Adapter
URL Slip with web address of this manual
Materials Not supplied but REQUIRED:
Up to 820 Feet (250m) duplex LC 9-micron singlemode or 50-micron multimode fiber optic cable
Also available (purchased separately for connecting USB devices to the Remote Unit):
USB3-AA-xx-3-MM-L SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Cable, male-to-male (xx=3,6 or 10 ft)
USB3-AC-1M-K 1 Meter SuperSpeed+ USB 3.1 Cable, male A-to-male C
Cables can be purchased from Network Technologies Inc by calling [phone] (800-RGB-TECH) in the US and Canada or
[phone] (worldwide).
PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION
Locations should be chosen for the USB devices and host that also have space to connect the Transmitter and Receiver units
within the distance provided by the fiber optic and USB cables.
All cables should be installed in such a way that they do not cause stress on their connections to the equipment. Extended
lengths of cable hanging from a connection may interfere with the quality of that connection. Secure cables as needed to
minimize this.

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INSTALLATION
1. Connect the Local Unit directly into the PC. For best performance, make sure the USB port on the PC supports USB 3.0.
2. Connect the devices to be extended to the Remote Unit.
3. Connect the 12VDC power supply to the Remote Unit.

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4. Connect up to 820 Feet (250m) duplex LC 9-micron singlemode or 50-micron multimode fiber optic cable between the Local
and Remote units. Make certain all connections are fully inserted.
Note: If using individual LC fiber optic cables, be sure to connect each end to the proper port on the Local and Remote
units. (See image below)
After the fiber optic cable has been connected, the Fiber and Data indicator will illuminate.
The USB indicator associated with each port that has a USB device inserted will illuminate. The USB devices should now
operate as if they were directly connected to the PC.
Local Unit
R
emote Unit

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TROUBLESHOOTING
If the host PC does not recognize the Local Unit, the following procedures can be tried:
Note: Make sure all cables are connected securely at both ends.
1. Press and hold the "REST" button on the Remote Unit for 5 seconds. Then release.
2. Power cycle the Remote Unit.
3. Connect the Local Units to a different USB 3.0 port on the PC (the port should be blue).
4. Locate the "USB3.0 hub" in the PC operating systems device manager and uninstall it,
Unplug the Local unit from the PC,
Reconnect the Local unit to the PC.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Local Unit
Connectors One USB 3.0 Type A male
Two female LC fiber optic ports
PC Types supported Windows
Operating Systems
supported Windows 7/8/8.1/10
Remote Unit
Connectors Four USB 3.0 Type A female
Two female LC fiber optic ports
USB Devices Supported super-speed (5 Gbps), high-speed (480 Mbps), full-speed (12 Mbps), or low-speed (1.5 Mbps) USB
devices; self-powered and/or bus-powered USB devices ; USB touch screen monitors
General
Dimensions (WxDxH) Local Unit: 1.29x3.38x0.71 in (33x86x18 mm)
Remote Unit: 4.09x4.09x1.10 in (104x104x28 mm)
Power Local Unit: powered from attached computer
Remote Unit: 100 to 240 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz- 12VDC/3A AC adapter
Operating temperature 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)
Storage temperature -40 to 185°F (-40 to 85°C)
Operating/storage relative
humidity Operating/storage relative humidity: 0 to 95% non-condensing RH
Maximum distance 820 feet (250 meters) over a duplex LC 9-micron singlemode or 50-micron multimode (OM2/OM3)
fiber optic cable
Cable type Use a duplex LC 9μm singlemode or 50μm multimode (OM2/OM3) fiber optic cable to extend the
receiver from the transmitter up to 820 feet (250 meters). (Cables not included.)
Regulatory Approvals RoHS

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
The warranty period on this product (parts and labor) is two (2) years from the date of purchase. Please contact Network
Technologies Inc at [phone] (800-RGB-TECH) or [phone] or visit our website at http://www.networktechinc.com for
information regarding repairs and/or returns. A return authorization number is required for all repairs/returns.
MAN350 Rev. 10/24/19