Black BOX IC402A-R2 User Manual
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IC402A-R2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PRODUCT OPERATION AND STORAGE........................................................................................................................................... 3
1. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. OVERVIE W ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Features .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 What’s Included ........................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.4 Additional Items You Will Need ...............................................................................................................................................................5
2.5 Hardware Description ..............................................................................................................................................................................6
2.5.1 Local Extender .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.5.2 Remote Extender ...............................................................................................................................................................................................8
3. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................................................ 10
3.1 Preparing for Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Installing the Local Extender .................................................................................................................................................................10
3.3 Installing the Remote Extender ............................................................................................................................................................. 10
3.4 Installing Flexible Power ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
3.5 Connecting the Local Extender to the Remote Extender....................................................................................................................11
3.6 Connecting a USB Device ...................................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.7 Checking the Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.8 Compatibility .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
4. USB EXTENDER MOUNTING OPTIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 13
4.1 Option 1: USB Extender Mounting Kit ............................................................................................................ .......................................13
4.2 Option 2: USB Extender Direct Surface Mounting...............................................................................................................................14
4.3 Option 3: Cable-Tie Mounting ............................................................................................................................................................... 15
5. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................................................... 16
5.1 Troubleshooting Tips .............................................................................................................................................................................16
5.2 Contacting Black Box Technical Support.............................................................................................................................................17
APPENDIX A. REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 18
A.1 FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning ............................................................................................................ ......... 18
A.2 CE Statement ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
A.3 IC Statement ..........................................................................................................................................................................................18
A.4 WEEE Statement .................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
APPENDIX B. TECHNICAL GLOSSARY .......................................................................................................................................... 19
TRADEMARKS/DISCLAIMER ......................................................................................................................................................... 21
Trademarks Used in ths Manual .................................................................................................................................................................21
DIsclaimer ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
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Please read and follow all instructions provided with this product, and operate for intended use only.
Do not attempt to open the product casing as this may cause damage and will void warranty. Use only the power supply provided with this
product. When not in use, the product should be stored in a dry location between -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C).
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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE 1-1. SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION
Range
Direct Connect Up to 330 ft. (100 m) over solid-core CAT5e/6/7 cable
USB Device Support
USB 2.0 Throughputs Up to 480 Mbps
USB 1.1 Throughputs Up to 12 Mbps
Power
Power Supply
Local Extender
USB Connector (1) USB Type B receptacle
Link Connector (1) RJ-45
Dimensions 1.0"H x 3.4"W x 3.0"D (2.6 x 8.7 x 7.5 cm)
Mounting Slots for cable ties or via optional mounting kit (part number IC401MK)
Enclosure Material Black anodized aluminum
Remote Extender
USB Connector (2) USB Type A receptacles
Link Connector (1) RJ-45
Available Current Up to 1 amp per USB port, 1.5 amps total shared
Dimensions 1.0”H x 3.4”W x 3.0”D (2.6 x 8.7 x 7.5 cm)
Mounting Slots for cable ties or via optional mounting kit (part number IC401MK)
Enclosure Material Black anodized aluminum
Environmental
Operating Temperature 32 to 122° F (0 to 50° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Operating Humidity 20 to 80%, relative humidity, noncondensing
Storage Humidity 10 to 90%, relative humidity, noncondensing
Compliance
EMC FCC Class B, CE
Environmental RoHS2
Input: 100 to 240 VAC;
Output: 24 VDC, 1 A
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2.1 INTRODUCTION
The 2-Port USB 2.0 CAT5e/6/7 Extender lengthens high-speed USB 2.0 connections up to 330 feet (100 meters) using CAT5e/6/7
cable. It is ideal for extending USB peripherals including keyboards, mice, interactive whiteboards, flash drives, hard drives, audio
devices, web cameras, and any other USB device. The extender can be powered at either the local unit or the remote unit (but not
both).
2.2 FEATURES
USB device(s) can be located up to 330 feet (100 meters) from the computer
Supports new USB 3.0 host controllers and devices (up to 480 Mbps)
Supports all USB device types
Provides full device and host support
Supports mass storage acceleration for improved USB 2.0 device bulk transfer speeds
Flexible power — connect the power adapeter to either the local or remote extender (but not both)
Supplies up to 1.5 amps total when both USB ports are in use
Supports throughput of up to 480 Mbps
Provides transparent USB connection
Plug and play: no software drivers required
Works with all major operating systems: Windows
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, Mac OS®, and Linux®.
2.3 WHAT’S INCLUDED
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support
at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com
(1) Local Extender
(1) Remote Extender
(1) USB 2.0 Cable
(1) international AC power adapter
(1) country-specific power cord
(1) Quick Start Guide
2.4 ADDITIONAL ITEMS YOU WILL NEED
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(s)
CAT5e/6/7 solid-core unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable with two RJ-45 connectors (if using surface cabling) or CAT5e/6/7
cabling with two information outlets and two CAT5e/6/7 patch cords with RJ-45 connectors (if using premise cabling)
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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.5 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
The IC402A-R2 Extender consists of two units: the Local Extender unit and the Remote Extender unit.
2.5.1 LOCAL EXTENDER
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the Local Extender. Table 2-1 describes its components.
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FIGURE 2-1. FRONT PANEL OF THE LOCAL UNIT
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FIGURE 2-2. BACK PANEL OF THE LOCAL UNIT
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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
TABLE 2-1. LOCAL EXTENDER COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-1 OR 2-2 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1 Mode button Reserved for manufacturer use.
2 Config port Reserved for manufacturer use.
3 Power LED (Green)
4 Link LED (Green)
5 Host LED (Green)
6 Activity LED (Green)
7 Power Port Connects to the AC power supply.
8 Link Port
9 USB host port
LED turns on when power is supplied.
LED is off when no power is supplied by the host computer.
LED turns on when link between the local and remote extenders is established.
LED is off when there is no link between the local and remote extenders.
LED is slow blinking when the unit is attempting to establish a link.
LED is fast blinking to indicate the unit is in Pairing Mode.
Indicates that the extender system is properly enumerated on the host computer.
LED blinks when the extender system is in a suspended state.
ndicates data transmission is occurring between the local and remote extenders.
LED blinks intermittently with or without a USB device connected.
When the local and remote extenders are in suspend mode, the LED is off.
Accepts RJ-45 connector for CAT 5e/6/7 cabling to connect the local extender to the
remote extender.
Used to connect the local extender to the host computer. Accepts USB Type B
connector.
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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.5.2 REMOTE EXTENDER
Figures 2-3 and 2-4 show the front and back panels of the Remote Extender. Table 2-2 describes its components.
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FIGURE 2-3. FRONT PANEL OF THE REMOTE UNIT
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FIGURE 2-4. BACK PANEL OF THE REMOTE UNIT
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