Guntermann & Drunck 2211 User Manual

USB Ranger® 2211

Extends USB 2.0 over Cat 5 with Flexible Power

100 m (330 ft)

User Guide

Thank you for purchasing the USB Ranger® 2211.

Please read this guide thoroughly.

This document applies to, but is not limited to Part Numbers: 00-00315, 00-00316, 00-00317, and 00-00318.

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CE Statement

We, Icron Technologies Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the USB Ranger® 2211, to
which this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standard EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000 and
EN 55024.

IC Statement

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

©2012 Icron Technologies Corporation. All rights reserved. Icron Technologies Corporation, the Icron
Technologies Corporation logo, and the Icron Technologies Corporation products referred to herein are
either the trademarks or the registered trademarks of Icron Technologies Corporation. All other trademarks
are property of their respective owners. Icron Technologies Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors
that may appear in this manual. Information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
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Contents

Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 3

USB Ranger® 2211 Product Contents ........................................................................................................................................ 3

Requirements .................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

About the USB Ranger® 2211 ....................................................................................................................................................... 3

Local Extender Description .......................................................................................................................................................... 4

Remote Extender Description ..................................................................................................................................................... 5

Installation Guide ............................................................................................................... 6

Mounting the Local Extender or Remote Extender ............................................................................................................. 6

Preparing for Installation ............................................................................................................................................................... 6

Installing the Local Extender ....................................................................................................................................................... 7

Installing the Remote Extender .................................................................................................................................................. 7

Installing Flexible Power ............................................................................................................................................................... 7

Connecting the Local Extender to the Remote Extender .................................................................................................. 7

Checking the Installation .............................................................................................................................................................. 8

Connecting a USB Device ............................................................................................................................................................. 8

Compatibility ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 9

Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 11

Limited Hardware Warranty .............................................................................................. 12

Hardware Remedies .......................................................................................................... 12

Limitation of Liability ........................................................................................................ 12

Obtaining Warranty Service .............................................................................................. 13

Contacting Technical Support ........................................................................................... 13

Technical Glossary .............................................................................................................. 14

Introduction

The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity
with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices.

Notes provide additional information that could be useful.

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Caution symbols are followed by very important information about an operational requirement.

USB Ranger® 2211 Product Contents

Your USB Ranger® 2211 is packaged with:

• Local Extender (LEX)

• Remote Extender (REX)

• AC Power Adapter (1)

• USB 2.0 Cable (6 ft)

• Quick Start Guide and Warranty Information

The USB Ranger® 2211 is a unique extender providing the option to apply power at the local or remote extender. The

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supplied 24V, 1A power adapter can be connected to either the local or remote extender for normal operation. This
option gives added flexibility/convenience for installers who can carry one product for multiple customers.

NEVER power BOTH the local extender and remote extender as the units may be damaged.

Requirements

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

• Cat 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable with two RJ45 connectors (if using surface cabling),

OR, Cat 5 cabling with two information outlets and two Cat 5 patch cords with RJ45 connectors
(if using premise cabling)

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All references to Cat 5 cable in this document represent the minimum requirement of solid core Cat 5e unshielded twisted
pair cable. Category 6 or better or STP cable may be substituted.

About the USB Ranger® 2211

The USB Ranger® 2211 incorporates Icron’s patented technology, enabling users to extend beyond the
standard 5m cable limit for USB peripheral devices. With the USB Ranger® 2211, USB device(s) can be located
up to 100 meters (330 feet) from the computer.

The USB Ranger® 2211 is composed of two individual units: the local extender and remote extender.

The local and remote extenders may be hot to the touch when operating at or near the high end of
the certified temperature range.

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Local Extender Description

The local extender connects to the computer using a standard USB cable (included). Power for the local
extender is provided by the Host PC. Power for the remote extender is provided by the 24V AC adapter
connected at either the local or the remote extender. The local extender delivers power over the Cat 5
extension link to the remote extender when the included power supply is connected to the local extender.

Top View

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Left Side

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Right Side

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ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION

1 Link LED (Green)

Indicates both the local and remote extenders have power and the
Cat 5 cable is connected properly.

The Power Port gives the option to connect power to either the

2 Power Port

local extender or the remote extender. Connect the supplied 24V,
1A power adapter to either the local extender or remote extender.

3 Link Port (RJ45) Accepts RJ45 connector for Cat 5 cabling (or better).

4 USB Type B connector Used to connect the local extender unit to the host computer.

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