StarTech.com USBthere USB201EXT User manual

USBTHERE
User Guide
USB201EXT
USB204EXT
USB204EXT shown
Featuring ExtremeUSB® Technology

USBthere USB201EXT/USB204EXT
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning
The USBthere has 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 USBthere
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 USBthere 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, StarTech.com, declare under our sole responsibility that the USBthere,
to which this declaration relates, is 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
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Contents
Introduction................................................................................................ 1
USBthere Product Contents ....................................................................... 1
About the USBthere................................................................................... 2
Before You Begin ...................................................................................... 6
Installing the Local Unit ............................................................................ 6
Installing the Remote Unit ......................................................................... 6
Connecting the Local Unit to the Remote Unit.......................................... 7
Checking the Installation............................................................................ 7
Connecting a USB Device ......................................................................... 8
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 9
Specifications........................................................................................... 12
Technical Support .................................................................................... 13
Warranty Information .............................................................................. 13

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Notes

User Guide
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Introduction
This manual is intended to assist IT professionals install the USBthere
models USB201EXT and USB204EXT. 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 give additional information that could make installation
easier.
USBthere Product Contents
When you open your USBthere for the first time you should find the
following items:
• USBthere User Guide
• Local Unit
• Remote Unit
• AC power adapter (optional)
• 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
• Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable with two RJ45
connectors (if using surface cabling),
OR,
Category 5 UTP cabling with two information outlets and two
Category 5 UTP patch cords with RJ45 connectors (if using
premise cabling)
NOTE: The maximum length of the Category 5 UTP cable, including patch
cords, must not exceed 100m.

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About the USBthere
The USBthere incorporates 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 USBthere, USB devices can be located up to 100 meters
from the host computer. In addition, the USBthere USB201EXT and
USB204EXT can supply power to remote low-power or high-power USB
devices.
The USBthere is composed of two individual units, the Local Unit and the
Remote Unit.
The Local Unit
The Local Unit connects to the host computer using a conventional
USB cable. Depending on your needs, it also connects to a power
outlet through an AC power adapter.
Front View
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2
3
4
5
6
1Host LED
2Host Port (USB Type B)
3Link LED
4Link Port (RJ45)
5Power LED
6Power connector
NOTE:The power adapter for the USBthere USB201EXT can be
connected to either the Local Unit or to the Remote Unit, as
convenient. With the USBthere USB204EXT, the location of the
power adapter also depends on whether you are connecting high-
power or low-power USB devices. (See Power Handling on page
4).

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The Remote Unit
The Remote Unit connects to the USB device using a conventional
USB cable. Depending on your needs, it also connects to a power
outlet through an AC power adapter. The Remote Unit of the
USB201EXT lets you connect one USB device. The Remote Unit of
the USB204EXT lets you connect up to four USB devices.
Front View Rear View (Remote Unit of
USB204EXT)
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2
3
4
5
6
1Link LED
2Link Port (RJ45)
3Power LED
4Power connector
5Device LED(s)
6Device Port(s) (USB Type A)
Network Cabling
The Local Unit and Remote Unit are interconnected by up to 100
meters of Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling. The
UTP cabling must have a straight-through conductor configuration,
with no crossovers, and must be terminated with 8-conductor RJ45
connectors at both ends.
Category 5 cable
USB USB
Local Remote
cable cable(s) USB
device(s)
Computer
AC power adapter
(shown connected to Local)
NOTE:Category 5 UTP cabling is the standard data communications cable
installed in most commercial and some residential buildings.

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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
Power Handling
Some USB devices are powered directly from the USB and do not require
individual power supplies. These devices are called bus-powered devices.
The USBthere can provide power to these devices so they can be operated
remotely.
Bus-powered devices are further divided into low-power and high-power
categories. Low-power devices are allowed to draw up to 100 mA from the
USB. Typical examples include mice, joysticks, and keyboards without
hubs. High-power devices are allowed to draw up to 500 mA from the USB.
Typical examples include cameras and keyboards with hubs. To determine if
a device is high-power or low-power, consult the user documentation for the
device.
The USBthere USB201EXT and USB204EXT can supply power to both
low-power and high-power devices when configured as follows:
USB201EXT
• To operate any USB device, connect the power adapter to the
Local Unit or to the Remote Unit, as convenient.
USB204EXT
• To operate up to four low-power devices, connect the power
adapter to the Local Unit or to the Remote Unit, as
convenient.
• To operate up to four high-power devices, connect the power
adapter to the Remote Unit.
NOTE: Devices with their own power source are usually considered to be
low-power devices from a USB perspective.

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Compatibility
The USBthere complies with USB 1.1 specifications governing the design of
full speed USB devices. However, StarTech.com does not guarantee that all
full speed USB devices are compatible with the USBthere USB201EXT and
USB204EXT.

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Before You Begin
Before you can install the USBthere, 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. Decide whether the power adapter is to be connected to the Local
Unit or the Remote Unit.
4. If you are using surface cabling, ensure you have enough Category
5 UTP cabling to connect the two locations.
OR
If you are using premise cabling, ensure Category 5 UTP cabling is
installed between the two locations, with Category 5 information
outlets located near both the computer and the USB device.
Installing the Local Unit
1. Place the Local Unit near the host computer.
2. If the power adapter is to be located with the Local Unit:
a) Plug the power adapter into a suitable AC outlet.
b) Connect the power adapter to the Local Unit.
3. Plug the Type B connector on the USB cable (included) into the
Host port on the Local Unit.
4. Plug the Type A connector on the USB cable into the USB port on
the computer.
Installing the Remote Unit
1. Place the Remote Unit near the USB device.
2. If the power adapter is to be located with the Remote Unit:
a) Plug the power adapter into a suitable AC outlet.
b) Connect the power adapter to the Remote Unit.