Extron electronics USB Extender Plus T, USB Extender Plus R User Manual

USB Extender Plus T/R

Twisted Pair Extenders for USB Peripherals

User Guide

USB Extenders

USER MANUAL

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FCC Class A Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause interference. This interference must be corrected at the expense of the user.

NOTES:

• This unit was tested with shielded I/O cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded

cables must be used to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.

• For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF

compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and

Regulatory Compliance Guide” on the Extron website.

Copyright

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The following registered trademarks®, registered service marks
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Registered Trademarks

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Notifications

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CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury.

ATTENTION : Risque de blessuremineure.

ATTENTION:

• Risk of property damage.

• Risque de dommages matériels.

NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.

Specifications Availability

Product specifications are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.

Contents

Introduction ................................................... 1

About this Guide ................................................. 1

About the USBExtender Plus T/R ...................... 1

Features ............................................................. 1

Application Diagram ........................................... 2

Installation and Operation ........................... 3

Connection Guidelines ........................................ 3

Rear Panel Connections ..................................... 3

Transmitter Rear Panel .................................... 3

Receiver Rear Panel ....................................... 5

Cabling and Setup .............................................. 5

Installation Overview ....................................... 6

Pairing the Transmitter and Receiver ............... 7

Connecting for Serial Communication ............. 8

Enabling and Disabling Peripheral Emulation ....... 8

Front Panel Features ........................................... 9

Transmitter Front Panel .................................. 9

Receiver Front Panel ..................................... 10

System Operation ............................................. 10

Troubleshooting ................................................ 11

Remote Configuration and Control ........... 12

SIS Commands ................................................ 12

Host-to-Extender Communications .................. 12

Extender-initiated Message ........................... 12

Error Responses ........................................... 13

Using the Command and Response Table ........ 13

Symbol Definitions ........................................ 13

Command and Response Table for SIS

Commands ..................................................... 14

Reference Information ............................... 15

TP Cable Termination........................................ 15

Mounting the USB Extender Plus T/R ............... 16

Tabletop Placement ...................................... 16

Rack Mounting ............................................. 16

Furniture Mounting........................................ 16

vUSB Extender Plus T/R • Contents

USB Extender Plus T/R • Contents vi

Introduction

This section provides an overview of the guide and the product. The following topics are
discussed:

• About this Guide

• About the USB Extender Plus T/R

• Features

About this Guide

This user guide contains information to install, configure, and operate the Extron
USBExtenderPlus T/R transmitter and receiver pair. Additional product information can be
found on the Extron Electronics website at www.extron.com.

In this guide the term “extender” refers to either the transmitter or the receiver. Where
differences exist between the transmitter and receiver, they are noted.

About the USBExtender Plus T/R

Features

The USB Extender Plus T/R extends signals over a single CATx twisted pair cable from USB
peripheral devices that are located long distances from the host computer. It is compatible
with USB 3.0, 2.0, 1.1, and 1.0 devices with high data transfer rates.

The transmitter connects directly to a USB port on a PC or USB host and includes USB
peripheral emulation to enable trouble-free booting of a host computer that is not connected
to a keyboard or mouse. The receiver features a built-in active four-port hub that supplies
power to multiple attached USB devices.

NOTE: The transmitter and receiver pair work with unshielded twisted pair (UTP)

or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables. However, to ensure FCC Class A and CE
compliance, STPcables are required.

• Single CATx cable transmission — Transmits USB signals over one CAT 5/5e/6/7

twisted pair cable.

• Long distance transmission — Transmits signals up to 330 feet (100 meters).

• Provides data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps — Allows high speed transfer from

thumb drives and other mass storage devices.

• Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier devices.

• Integrated four-port hub — The receiver has a four-port integrated USB hub, which

provides 5 volts, 500 mA on each port. Simultaneous connection is provided to multiple
peripheral devices such as mass storage devices, keyboards, mice, or other human
interface devices (HID).

• Peripheral emulation — Emulates a keyboard and mouse to the host computer for a

problem-free boot-up.

USB Extender Plus T/R • Introduction

1

• Asynchronous transfers — Supports USB devices that require asynchronous

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Extron

transfers.

• Real-time status LED indicators for troubleshooting and monitoring — Front and

rear panel LED indicators provide visual confirmation of port activity between an active
host and each connected peripheral device.

• Rack and furniture mountable — Low-profile, 1-inch (2.5 cm) high, quarter rack wide

metal enclosures enable the extenders to be installed discreetly, such as beneath a
table or inside a lectern.

• Included power supplies — An energy-efficient, external, universal power supply,

part number 70-775-01 (28-071-57LF), is provided with each unit. The power supply
provides worldwide power compatibility with high demonstrated reliability and low
power consumption.

• Remote configuration and control — The transmitter and receiver can be configured

via Extron SIS (Simple Instruction Set) commands issued from the computer to the front
panel 2.5 mm TRS Config port of the extenders.

Application Diagram

USB Extender Plus R

Twisted Pair Receiver
for USB Peripherals

Extron
USB Extender Plus T

Twisted Pair Transmitter
for USB Peripherals

OUTPUT

POWER
12V

INPUT

--A MAX
HOST

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nnotator 300

USB

POWER
12V

--A MAX

CAT 5/5e/6/7
up to 330' (100 m)

1

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INPUT

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Figure 1. USB Extender Plus T/R Application with the Annotator 300

USB Extender Plus T/R • Introduction 2

Installation and
Operation

This section provides the following details:

• Connection Guidelines

• Rear Panel Connections

• Cabling and Setup

• Front Panel Features

• System Operation

• Troubleshooting

Connection Guidelines

The USB Extender Plus T/R can be installed in existing and new systems within the
following guidelines:

• USB extenders cannot be cascaded (you cannot sequentially connect

a USB Extender Plus T/R to another USB Extender Plus T/R or to a
FOX T/R USB Extender Plus).

• The maximum number of USB hubs that can be connected downstream is four, when

peripheral emulation is disabled, and three when it is enabled.

• The USB Extender Plus T/R is able to support a maximum of 31 downstream USB

devices (including hubs). For example, if two 4-port USB hubs are connected to a
receiver, that totals ten devices (two hub connections plus the eight hub ports).

Rear Panel Connections

Transmitter Rear Panel

POWER

12V

1.0 A MAX

AA

Power connector

A

Host (Input) connector

B

Output connector

C

Figure 2. Transmitter Rear Panel Connectors

INPUT

HOST

B

B

OUTPUT

C

C

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Power connector — Connect a provided 12 VDC, 1 A max. external power supply to

A

this 2-pole, 3.5mm captive screw connector.

ATTENTION:

• The power supply must not be permanently fixed to the building structure or

similar structures.

• La source d’alimentation ne devra pas être fixée de façon permanente à une

structure de bâtiment ou à une structure similaire.

• Do not place the power supply within environmental air handling spaces or the

wall cavity.

• Ne pas placer les sources d’alimentation dans une zone de traitement de l’air

ni dans une cavité murale.

• The installation must be in accordance with the applicable provisions of

the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, Article 725 and the Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1, Section 16.

• Cette installation doit toujours être en accord avec les mesures qui s’applique

au National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70, article725, et au Canadian
Electrical Code, partie1, section16.

• The power supply must be located within the same vicinity as the Extron AV

processing equipment in an ordinary location, Pollution Degree 2, secured to a
podium, a desk, or an equipment rack within a dedicated closet.

• La source d’alimentation doit être située à proximité de l’équipement

audiovisuel Extron dans un emplacement habituel, avec un degré de pollution
2, fixée à une estrade, un bureau, ou dans une baie technique à l’intérieur d’un
placard dédié.

• Always use a power supply specified by Extron for the MLC. Use of an

unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance certification and
may cause damage to the supply and the MLC.

• Utilisez toujours une source d’alimentation fournie ou recommandée par

Extron. L’utilisation d’une source d’alimentation non autorisée annule toute
conformité réglementaire et peut endommager la source d’alimentation ainsi
que le produit final.

Host (input) connector — Connect a USB A-B cable between this port and the USB

B

port of a host computer. The USBExtender Plus is USB3.0 compliant and supports
data transfers of 480 Mbps (high speed), 12Mbps (full speed), and 1.5Mbps (low
speed).

Output (twisted pair) connector — Connect a TP cable from the RJ-45 Input

C

connector of the receiver (see figure 3, B, on the next page) to this female RJ-45
connector.

USB Extender Plus T/R • Installation and Operation 4

Receiver Rear Panel

AA

B

B

C

C

POWER

12V

1.0A MAX

Figure 3. Receiver Rear Panel Connectors

Power input connector — Connect a provided 12VDC power supply into this 2-pole,

A

3.5 mm captive screw connector.
Important: Do not connect power to this port until you have read the Attention

notices on the previous page.

Input (twisted pair) connector — Connect the TP cable from the RJ-45 Output

B

connector of the transmitter (see figure 2, C, on page 3) to this female RJ-45
connector.

USB hub connectors — The built-in four port hub has four female USB Type A

C

connectors. The connections are USB 3.0 compatible, providing +5VDC at up to
500mA to connected USB peripherals requiring power.

See TP Cable Termination on page 15 to wire the RJ-45 connectors if necessary.

INPUT

1

2

OUTPUTS

3

4

Cabling and Setup

Laptop

Transmitter Receiver

POWER
12V

1.0A MAX

USB

INPUT

HOST

G

–

Ground

+12 VDC

External

Power Supply

(12 VDC, 1 A )

UTP or STP CAT5 or higher cable:

Te rminate both ends identically, in accordance with
either the TIA/EIA T568A or the TIA/EIA T568B
wiring standard.

POWER
12V

1.0A MAX

OUTPUT

1A MAX

100-240V 50-60Hz

INPUT

G

Ground

+12 VDC

External

Power Supply

(12 VDC, 1 A )

Keyboard

Four USB 3.0 compatible type A female
connectors provide +5 VDC at up to
500 mA to connected USB peripherals.

–

1A MAX

100-240V 50-60Hz

1

2

OUTPUTS

USB

3

4

Figure 4. USB Extender Plus T-R Connection with Two External Power Supplies

USB Extender Plus T/R • Installation and Operation 5

Installation Overview

ATTENTION:

• Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.

• L’installation et l’entretien doivent être effectués par le personnel autorisé

uniquement.

To ensure proper operation, the transmitter, receiver, USB host, and USB peripherals must
be connected properly and in the sequence described below (see figure 4 on the previous
page).

1. Power off the USB host computer connected to the transmitter and all devices that will

be directly connected to the receiver.

2. If desired, choose a location and mount the transmitter and receiver (see the

instructions for the selected mounting option for the mounting procedure).

• If rack mounting, fasten the enclosure to the rack or rack shelf.

• If furniture mounting, install the mounting brackets (not included), then fasten the

brackets to the furniture.

• For table mounting, attached the provided four rubber feet to the bottom of the unit

and place it where desired.

3. Connect a CATx twisted pair cable to the RJ-45 Output port of the transmitter and the

Input port of the receiver.

4. Connect the external power supplies (provided) to the transmitter and to the

receiver. The green power LEDs (shown at right) on the front panels of both
extenders light.

5. Power on the host computer if you have not done so.

6. Pair the transmitter with the receiver (see Pairing the Transmitter and Receiver on

the next page). When the pairing process is complete, the Link LEDs on the front panels
of the transmitter and receiver light.

7. Connect a USB Type A-B cable from a USB port of the host computer to the transmitter

Host port. Shortly after, the Host LED on the receiver starts blinking, indicating that
communication between the USB and host has been established.

8. Connect up to four USB peripheral devices (such as a keyboard, mouse, scanner, or

printer) to the receiver Hub ports. When the first device is connected, the Host LED
stops blinking and remains lit steadily. As each peripheral device is connected, the LED
for its hub port lights when the host PC detects the device.

9. If desired, connect a 9-pin D-to-2.5 mm TRS cable between a computer and the front

panel Config port on the transmitter, receiver, or both to configure the units via SIS
commands (see Connecting for Serial Communication on page 8).

The system is now ready to operate.

USB Extender Plus T/R • Installation and Operation 6

Pairing the Transmitter and Receiver

In order to function together, the transmitter and receiver must be paired the first time they
are used together. Both units must be connected together through their RJ-45 connectors
(the transmitter Output connector and the receiver Input connector) and powered on.

NOTES:

• After they have been paired, the transmitter and receiver can be powered down and

disconnected from each other.

• A transmitter and receiver need to be paired only once (at startup). If the paired

units are reconnected and powered on, they to not have to be paired again.

You can initiate pairing from either the transmitter or the receiver (the procedure described
below is for transmitter-to-receiver pairing).

1. Using a stylus or small screwdriver, press the recessed Pair button (see figure 6, B,

on the page 9) on the transmitter front panel and hold it for 1 second. The front panel
Link LED on the transmitter (see figure 6, F) begins blinking as pairing is initiated.

2. Within 10 minutes of pressing the transmitter Pair button, press the receiver Pair

button and hold it for 1 second. The Link LED on the receiver front panel (F) begins
blinking.

When the LEDs of both units have stopped blinking and remain lit steadily, the pairing is
complete.

Canceling pairing

To stop the pairing process before it completes, do either of the following:

• Do not perform step 2 of the pairing process described above (that is, do not press the

Pair button within 10 minutes).

• Press the transmitter Pair button and hold it for 1 second. The Link LED turns off.

Unpairing the transmitter and receiver

To unpair a transmitter and receiver that have been paired together:

1. Press and hold the Pair button on either the transmitter or receiver until the transmitter

Link LED turns off and the Link LED on the receiver begins to blink (approximately
10 seconds).

2. Release the Pair button.

USB Extender Plus T/R • Installation and Operation 7

Connecting for Serial Communication

5

1

The front panel Config ports on both the transmitter and the receiver (see figure 6, C, on
the next page and figure 7, C, on page 10) enable communication with a computer via
an RS-232 connection. Connect a 9-pin D-to-2.5 mm cable from the computer serial port
to the Config port on the transmitter or receiver front panel to enable serial communication.
SIS commands can be entered at the computer and issued to the transmitter or receiver
through these ports to control and configure the unit. The protocol for the ports is
9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity.

An optional 9-pin D-to-2.5 mm TRS configuration cable is available from Extron and can
be used to connect your computer to this port. Figure 5 shows the configuration and pin
assignments of this cable.

6

6

9

9

9-pin D Connection TRS Plug

Pin 2 Computer Rx line Tip
Pin 3 Computer Tx line Ring
Pin 5 Computer signal ground Sleeve

6 feet

(1.8 m)

Tip

Ring

Sleeve (Gnd)

Figure 5. Optional 9-pin D to 2.5 mm TRS Cable for the Config Port

Enabling and Disabling Peripheral Emulation

The transmitter can be set up to emulate a mouse and keyboard to the host computer that
is connected to the transmitter Host input port. This allows the computer to boot up in the
event that it requires a USB keyboard or mouse to be present.

When peripheral emulation is disabled, up to four USB hubs can be connected in a series
to the receiver. When peripheral emulation is enabled, up to three hubs can be connected.

Using SIS commands, you can disable and enable peripheral emulation. By default,
peripheral emulation is enabled.

The following peripheral emulation commands can be issued to the transmitter only:

• To disable: E E 0 USBC

• To enable: E E 1 USBC

}

}

See Remote Configuration and Control, beginning on page 12, for information on
entering SIS commands.

USB Extender Plus T/R • Installation and Operation 8

Front Panel Features

AAA

B

B

C

C

DD

Transmitter Front Panel

EE

STATUS

PAIR

CONFIG

Extron

Figure 6. Transmitter Front Panel

Power LED — This green LED lights to indicate that the unit is receiving power.

A

Pair button — This recessed button pairs the transmitter with the receiver, which must

B

be done before operation the first time they are used together. Use a small screwdriver
or stylus to press it (see Pairing the Transmitter and Receiver on page 7).

Config port — Connect a 9-pin D-to-2.5 mm TRS cable from a computer to

C

this 2.5 mm TRS jack for RS-232 communication (see Connecting for Serial

Communication on the previous page). The Config port enables serial communication

with the computer for configuration and control of the transmitter via SIS commands
(see Remote Configuration and Control).

Host LED — This green LED lights when the transmitter is powered and is

D

communicating with the host PC.

Link LED — This green LED lights when the transmitter and receiver are successfully

E

paired, connected together by the twisted pair cabling, and receiving power.

While the transmitter is being paired with the receiver, this LED blinks. When the pairing
process is completed, the LED lights steadily.

LINK

HOST

USB EXTENDER Plus T

USB Extender Plus T/R • Installation and Operation 9

Receiver Front Panel

FF

STATUS

PAIR

CONFIG

LINK

HOST

1

2

Extron

AA

B

B

C

C

Figure 7. Receiver Front Panel

Power LED — This green LED lights to indicate that the unit is receiving power.

A

Pair button — This recessed button pairs the receiver with the transmitter, which must

B

be done before operation the first time they are used together. Use a small screwdriver
or stylus to press it (see Pairing the Transmitter and Receiver on page 7).

Config port — Connect a 9-pin D-to-2.5 mm TRS cable from a computer to

C

this 2.5 mm TRS jack for RS-232 communication (see Connecting for Serial

Communication on page 8). The Config port enables serial communication with the

computer for configuration and control of the receiver via SIS commands (see Remote

Configuration and Control, beginning on page 12).

Host LED — This green LED blinks when both the transmitter and receiver are

D

powered, both are correctly connected by the twisted pair cable, and the receiver is
communicating with the host PC.

Blinks when the transmitter and receiver are both powered and connected, but no
USBdevices are connected.

Hub LEDs — A single green LED for each port lights when the peripheral device

E

connected to the associated USB port is recognized by the host PC.

Link LED — This green LED lights when the transmitter and receiver are successfully

F

paired, connected together by the twisted pair cabling, and receiving power.

While the receiver is being paired with the transmitter, this LED blinks. When the pairing
process is completed, the LED lights steadily.

DD

EE

HUB

3

4

USB EXTENDER Plus R

System Operation

No drivers are required for a host PC to function with the USBExtender Plus T/R. The
transmitter is detected by the operating system and appropriate USB drivers are loaded.
Certain USB peripherals, such as gaming keyboards, USB interactive whiteboards,
scanners, printers, and similar devices, require specific drivers installed on the PC. See the
USB device installation instructions or the website of the peripheral device manufacturer to
obtain drivers.

Once the transmitter, the receiver, the PC or USB host, and peripherals are connected, have
appropriate drivers loaded, and are powered up, the system is fully operational. If problems
are encountered, ensure all cables are routed and connected properly and the latest drivers
for each peripheral are installed.

USB Extender Plus T/R • Installation and Operation 10

Troubleshooting

Transmitter Receiver)

LED
Indicator

Power

Link

Host

Hub

On Off On Off

12 VDC power supply is
connected and operating
properly.

Both transmitter and receiver
are paired, have power, and
are connected properly by
the TP cable.

When transmitter power
LED is on, lights when
communication with host PC
is established.

N/A N/A Lights when a connected

USB signals are generally reliable but are susceptible to bad connections or cables that
are too long. The TP cable can have the same issues. To avoid the loss of data and
communications, follow these guidelines:

• The USB cables that connect the transmitter to the host or the receiver hub ports to

peripheral devices should not exceed 6feet (1.8meters).

• When connecting the host or peripherals, use only cable designed for USB signals.

• Avoid or limit the use of adapters.

• The USBExtender Plus works as described in point-to-point applications. Do not use

additional adapters, patch panels, or couplers with the host USB cables, hub USB
cables, or twisted pair cables. Additional links in the signal chain can result in the
reduction of signal integrity and overall system performance.

When properly connected and operating, the transmitter and receiver Power LEDs, Link
LEDs and Host LEDs are lit. The Hub LED for each connected peripheral recognized by the
host PC is also lit.

Front panel LEDs are also useful for troubleshooting. The following table outlines operating
details indicated by the LEDs.

12 VDC power supply is not
connected or is defective.

If both Power LEDs are on, the
TP cable is not connected or is
improperly wired, or the units are
not paired.

If either Power LED is off, see
the Power LED troubleshooting
instructions, above.

If transmitter power LED is on,
USB cable is not connected.

12 VDC power supply is
connected and operating
properly.

Both transmitter and receiver
are paired, have power, and
are connected properly by
the TP cable.

Lights when communication
with host PC is established.

Blinks if power and Link
LEDs are on, but no USB
devices are connected.

peripheral is recognized by
the host PC.

12 VDC power supply is not
connected or defective.

If both Power LEDs are on, the
TP cable is not connected or is
improperly wired, or the units
are not paired.

If either Power LED is off, see
the Power LED troubleshooting
instructions, above.

Host USB port is not
connected or host is not
communicating.

A peripheral device connected
to the USB port has not been
recognized or is improperly
connected.

Table 1: System Troubleshooting

USB Extender Plus T/R • Installation and Operation 11

Remote
Configuration
and Control

This section describes the connection through which the USB Extender Plus can be
configured and controlled remotely via Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands, and
describes the commands that are available. Topics include:

• SIS Commands

• Host-to-Extender Communications

• Using the Command and Response Table

• Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

SIS Commands

The USB Extender Plus can be remotely set up and controlled via a host computer or
other device (such as a control system) that is attached to the front panel Config port (see

Connecting for Serial Communication on page 8 for information on connecting to this

port). You can issue SIS commands to the extender using your computer RS-232 interface
with a communication software program such as Extron DataViewer or HyperTerminal.

NOTE: The SIS command for resetting must be issued to both the transmitter and the

receiver. Do not reset one unit without resetting the other.

Host-to-Extender Communications

SIS commands consist of one or more characters per field. No special characters are
required to begin or end a command sequence. When the USB Extender Plus determines
that a command that was entered is valid, it executes the command and sends a response
to the host device.

Most responses from the USB Extender Plus T/R to the host computer end with a carriage
return and a line feed (CR/LF = ]), which signals the end of the response character string. A
string is one or more characters.

Extender-initiated Message

When power is applied to the extender, it sends the following copyright message:

Copyright 20nn, Extron Electronics USB Extender Plus, Vn.nn

©

where Vn.nn is the firmware version number.

NOTE: This message is displayed only when power is applied to the extender while it is

connected to the computer via the Config port.

USB Extender Plus T/R • Remote Configuration and Control

12

Error Responses

Space

If the extender is unable to execute a command it receives because the command is invalid
or contains invalid parameters, the USB Extender Plus T-R returns an error response to the
host. Error response codes and their descriptions are:

E10 – Invalid command
E12 – Invalid port number
E13 – Invalid value (out of range)

E14 – Not valid for this configuration

E22 – Busy
E24 – Privilege violation
E25 – Device not present

Using the Command and Response Table

The Command and Response Table on the next page lists valid ASCII command codes,
the responses of the extender to the host, and descriptions of the command functions or
the results of executing the commands. The ASCII to Hex Conversion Table below is for use
with the Command and Response Table.

ASCII to HEX Conversion Table

•

Symbol Definitions

]

= CR/LF (carriage return and line feed) (hex 0D 0A)

}

or ¦ = Soft carriage return (no line feed)

• = Space

E

or W = Escape key (hex 1B)

X!

= On and off (enable and disable)
0 = Off or disabled
1 = On or enabled

X@

= Extender unit part number:
Transmitter: 60-1471-12
Receiver: 60-1471-13

NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, commands are not case sensitive.

USB Extender Plus T/R • Remote Configuration and Control 13

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

Command

ASCII Command
(Host to Unit)

Response
(Unit to Host)

Information Requests

Request part number

Query firmware version

Example:

Query version and build

N

Q

Q

*Q

X@ ]

]

n.nn

]

1.01

n.nn.nnnn

]

Peripheral Emulation (Transmitter Only)

NOTE: These commands can be issued only to the transmitter.

Set peripheral emulation

View peripheral
emulation

E

E X! USBC

E

E USBC

}

Usbc E

} X! ]

X! ]

Resetting

NOTE: This command must be issued to both the transmitter and the receiver.

Reset

E

ZXXX

}

Zpx

]

Additional Description

Show the extender part number X@.
For X@:

Transmitter: 60-1471-12
Receiver: 60-1471-13

Show the firmware version, expressed to
the second decimal place.

The unit firmware version is 1.01.

Show firmware version and build number.

Set peripheral emulation for the

X!

USB Extender Plus T/R to

0 = disabled
1 = enabled

Reset the extender to factory default
values.

. For X!:

USB Extender Plus T/R • Remote Configuration and Control 14

Reference

RJ-45

Insert T

Pair Wires

Information

This section provides information on the following subjects:

• TP Cable Termination

• Mounting the USB Extender Plus T/R

TP Cable Termination

NOTES:

• RJ-45 termination with CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, CAT 6e, and CAT 7 cable

must comply with the TIA/EIA T568A or TIA/EIA T568B wiring standard for all
connections.

• The transmitter and receiver pair work with unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or

shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but to ensure FCC Class A and CE compliance,
STP cables are required.

• Terminate both ends of the cable identically, in accordance with either the

TIA/EIA T 568A or the TIA/EIA T 568B wiring standard.

Figure 8 shows the recommended termination of TP cables with RJ-45 connectors.

Pins:

12345678

wisted

Figure 8. TP Cable Termination

NOTE: Do not use Extron UTP23SF-4 Enhanced Skew-Free™ AV UTP cable to link the

transmitter and receiver. Skew-free AV cable is designed for Extron TP transmitter and
receiver AV applications. The USBExtender Series does not work properly with this
cable.

Connector

Pin

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

TIA/EIA-T568A

White-green

Green

White-orange

Blue

White-blue

Orange

White-brown

Brown

TIA/EIA-T568B

White-orange

Orange

White-green

Blue

White-blue

Green

White-brown

Brown

USB Extender Plus T/R • Reference Information

15

Mounting the USB Extender Plus T/R

The 6 inches (15 cm) deep, 1 inch (2.5 cm) high, quarter-rack wide USBExtender Plus T/R
transmitter and receiver can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, or mounted
under a desk or tabletop. See the installation instructions in the individual mounting kits.

Tabletop Placement

Affix the four included rubber feet to the bottom of the unit and place it in any convenient
location.

Rack Mounting

The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the safe installation of
these products in a rack:

1. Elevated operating ambient temperature — If the unit is installed in a closed or

multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment
may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, install the equipment in
an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma: +122 °F,
+50°C) specified by Extron.

2. Reduced air flow — Install the equipment in the rack so that the equipment gets

adequate air flow for safe operation.

3. Mechanical loading — Mount the equipment in the rack so that uneven mechanical

loading does not create a hazardous condition.

4. Circuit overloading — Connect the equipment to the supply circuit and consider the

effect that circuit overloading might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring.
Consider the equipment nameplate ratings when addressing this concern.

5. Reliable earthing (grounding) — Maintain reliable grounding of rack-mounted

equipment. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit (such as the use of power strips).

To find an appropriate rack mounting kit for your installation, go to the product page at

www.extron.com.

Furniture Mounting

The USB Extender Plus can be mounted to a desk, podium, or other furniture as follows:

• Under furniture — The unit can be mounted under a horizontal surface using an

optional Under-Desk Mount Kit for eighth-rack and quarter-rack width products (see

www.extron.com).

• Through furniture — The transmitter or receiver can be mounted through a desk or

other furniture using an optional Extron Through-Desk Mounting Kit for quarter-rack or
half-rack width products (see www.extron.com).

USB Extender Plus T/R • Reference Information 16

Extron Warranty

Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years
from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty
workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components,
to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is
returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:

USA, Canada, South America,
and Central America:

Extron Electronics
1230 South Lewis Street
Anaheim, CA 92805
U.S.A.

Europe and Africa:

Extron Europe
Hanzeboulevard 10
3825 PH Amersfoort
The Netherlands

Japan:

Extron Electronics, Japan
Kyodo Building, 16 Ichibancho
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082
Japan

China:

Extron China
686 Ronghua Road
Songjiang District
Shanghai 201611
China

Asia:

Extron Asia Pte Ltd
135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01
PM Industrial Bldg.
Singapore 368363

Middle East:

Extron Middle East
Dubai Airport Free Zone
F12, PO Box 293666
United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Singapore

This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical
or mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions, or if modifications were made to the product that were not
authorized by Extron.

NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return

Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.

USA: 714.491.1500 or 800.633.9876 Europe: 31.33.453.4040
Asia: 65.6383.4400 Japan: 81.3.3511.7655

Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of loss or damage
during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem, as well as the
name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.

Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality,
performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct,
indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been
advised of such damage.

Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this warranty may
not apply to you.

Extron Headquarters

+1.800.633.9876 (Inside USA/Canada Only)

Extron USA - West Extron USA - East
+1.714.491.1500 +1.919.850.1000
+1.714.491.1517 FAX [phone] FAX

Extron Europe

+800.3987.6673
(Inside Europe Only)

+31.33.453.4040
+31.33.453.4050 FAX

© 2014 Extron Electronics All rights reserved. www.extron.com

Extron Asia

+65.6383.4400
+65.6383.4664 FAX

Extron Japan

+81.3.3511.7655
+81.3.3511.7656 FAX

Extron China

+86.21.3760.1568
+86.21.3760.1566 FAX

Extron Middle East

+971.4.299.1800
+971.4.299.1880 FAX

Extron Korea

+82.2.3444.1571
+82.2.3444.1575 FAX

Extron India

1800.3070.3777
(Inside India Only)

+91.80.3055.3777
+91.80.3055.3737 FAX