Black Box ICS02A User Manual
2-Port USB 3.0 Fiber Extender
Easily extend SuperSpeed USB 3.0 signals up to
330 feet (100 meters) over fiber.
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IC502A
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Support
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Trademarks Used in this Manual/FCC and IC RFI Statement
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Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc.
Mac OS X is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
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Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of their respective owners.
Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference
Statements
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user
at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct
the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emis sion from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques
de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
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NOM Statement
Instrucciones de Seguridad
(Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement)
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca
de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación.
Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico
sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes
que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros
aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como
se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados
sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Overview ..........................................................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Features ........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.3 What‘s Included ...........................................................................................................................................................6
2.4 Hardware Description ...................................................................................................................................................7
2.4.1 Local Extender Unit............................................................................................................................................7
2.4.2 Remote Extender Unit .......................................................................................................................................8
2.5 Typical Application .......................................................................................................................................................9
3. Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
3.1 Requirements .............................................................................................................................................................10
3.2 Fiber Optic Link Cabling ............................................................................................................................................. 10
3.3 Installng the IC502A System ......................................................................................................................................10
3.3.1 Preparing Your Site .......................................................................................................................................... 10
3.3.2 Preparing Your Computer ................................................................................................................................ 10
3.4 Connecting a USB 3.0 Device ..................................................................................................................................... 16
3.5 Installing the Remote Extender ................................................................................................................................... 16
3.6 Installing the Local Extender ....................................................................................................................................... 16
3.7 Checking the Installation ............................................................................................................................................ 17
3.8 Compatibility .............................................................................................................................................................. 18
4. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................................. 19
4.1 Problems/Solutions ..................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.2 Contacting Black Box .................................................................................................................................................21
4.3 Shipping and Packaging .............................................................................................................................................21
Appendix. Technical Glossary ....................................................................................................................................................22
A.1 USB Connectors .........................................................................................................................................................22
A.2 Duplex LC Crossover ..................................................................................................................................................22
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1. Specifications
Table 1-1. Technical Specifications
Approvals EMC: FCC Class B, CE Class B,
Current 900 mA available to USB device at remote extender unit for each USB port.
Device Supports USB 3.0 devices with up to 5 Gbps throughput.
Distance USB 3.0 extension using OM2 multimode fiber: Up to 165 ft. (50 m) for storage or cameras;
Enclosure Anodized alumimum
Host Supports USB host xHCI controllers (Intel
Connectors Local Extender Unit: (1) USB 3.0 Type B locking receptacle, (1) duplex LC;
Temperature Operating: 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C);
Humidity Operating: 20 to 80%, noncondensing;
Power Input: 100-/240-VAC, 50–60 Hz, 600 mA maximum;
Dimensions Each unit (local or remote): 1.02"H x 3.94"W x 2.99"D (2.59 x 10.00 x 7.59 cm)
Chapter 1: Specifications
Machine vision: AIA USB3 Vision,
Environmental: RoHS2 (CE)
NOTE: IC502A is NOT backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1.
USB 3.0 extension using OM3 multimode fiber: Up to 165 ft. (50 m) for storage,
Up to 330 ft. (100 m) for cameras
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, AMD, Renesas [NEC], Fresco, AsMedia)
Remote Extender Unit: (1) duplex LC, (2) USB 3.0 Type A locking receptacles
Storage: -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Storage: 10 to 90%, noncondensing
Output: 5 VDC, locking;
AC adapter connector: 2.1-mm center-positive jack
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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
Extend USB signals as far as 330 feet (100 meters) to two remote USB 3.0 devices using secure, interference-free fiber cabling.
The 2-Port USB 3.0 Fiber Extender uses multimode fiber optic cabling to extend device signals to remote areas of your factory,
office, or security monitoring application.
Compatible with the USB 3.0 or “SuperSpeed USB" standard, the extender boasts speeds up to 5 Gbps, about ten times that of
USB 2.0. This way, you can extend your USB bus connections to newer USB 3.0 devices that use higher bandwidths and require
bidirectional asynchronous, full-duplex data transfer. Plus, it supplies more power than USB 2.0 to the remote devices.
With the higher data-transfer rate and power, the extender is ideal for connecting industrial USB 3.0 machine vision cameras,
particularly those with high power sensors. It’s also great for post-production video editing and broadcast applications with USB
3.0 peripherals and external USB CD/DVDs.
The extender offers reliable operation with all USB 3.0 devices, including USB hubs. The local unit draws its power from the USB
bus and the two-port remote unit receives its power from the included AC adapter.
NOTE: The IC502A supports only USB 3.0 devices. USB 2.0 and 1.1 will not function through this extender. IC502A is NOT
backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1.
2.2 Features
• Ideal for linking to USB 3.0 security and industrial cameras, external DVD drives, and other high-bandwidth USB devices.
• Extends USB 3.0 signals up 330 feet (100 m) over multimode fiber cable.
• Transfers at 5-Gbps speeds—ten times faster than USB 2.0.
2.3 What’s Included
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support
at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com.
• (1) Local Extender Unit
• (1) Remote Extender Unit
• (1) Remote Extender AC power adapter
• (1) USB 3.0 cable
• (1) U.S. power cable
• Quick start guide
To download this user manual, go to ftp://ftp.blackbox.com/anonymous/manuals/I/ IC502A_rev1-USER.pdf or visit the Black Box
Web site (www.blackbox.com) and enter IC502A in the search bar.
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2.4 Hardware Description
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the Local Extender Unit. Table 2-1 describes the local extender
components. Figures 2-3 and 2-4 show the front and back panels of the Remote Extender Unit. Table 2-2 describes the remote
extender components.
2.4.1 Local Extender
The local extender connects to the host computer using the supplied USB 3.0 A–B cable.
Figure 2-1. Front panel of the local extender.
Figure 2-2. Back panel of the local extender.
Table 2-1. Local Extender components.
Item Component Description
1 Power LED
2 Status LED
3 Host LED
4 Power Port (optional)
5 Config Port Reserved for manufacturer use.
6 USB 3.0 Type B port
7 Link Por t (Duplex LC) Extension link duplex LC fiber optic transceiver port.
ON when the unit is powered properly.
OFF when the unit is not powered or not powered properly.
Blinking (1 Hz) when the local extender is waiting for a connection to the remote
extender.
ON when local and remote ex tenders are linked and operating normally.
OFF when a fault is detected; power cycle required.
ON when a SuperSpeed Host is detected on the upstream port.
OFF when a SuperSpeed Host is not detected.
Not required in normal operation. An optional 5-V 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.
Used to connect the local extender to the host computer. Port accepts locking or
non-locking USB 3.0 Type B connectors.
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2.4.2 Remote Extender
The remote extender provides two downstream Type A ports 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 900 mA to each USB port.
Figure 2-3. Front panel of the remote extender.
Figure 2-4. Back panel of the remote extender.
Figure 2-4. Back panel of the remote extender.
Table 2-2. Remote Extender components.
Item Component Description
1 (2) USB 3.0 Type A ports
2 Power LED
3 Status LED
4 Host LED
5 Power Port (optional)
Used to connect USB 3.0 device(s) to the remote extender. Port accept s locking or
non-locking USB 3.0 Type A connectors.
ON when the unit is powered properly.
OFF when the unit is not powered or not powered properly.
Blinking (1 Hz) when the remote ex tender is waiting for a connection to the local
extender.
ON when local and remote ex tenders are linked and operating normally.
OFF when a fault is detected; power cycle required.
ON when a SuperSpeed Host is detected on the upstream port.
OFF when a SuperSpeed Host is not detected.
Connects to the locking AC power supply. Required on remote extender for proper
operation.
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6 Config Port Reserved for manufacturer use.
7 Link Por t (Duplex LC) Extension link Duplex LC fiber optic transceiver port.
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