Part Number
Function
U3CAT6-L
Local (Host) Extender
U3CAT6-R
Remote (Device) Extender
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CUSTOMER
User’s Manual
U3CAT6
USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) over CAT6 Extender
Extends USB and Gigabit LAN to
100m on a single CAT6A cable
SUPPORT
INFORMATION
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UMA1282 Rev NC
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction ................................................................................. 3
Features ................................................................................................. 3
2.0 Package Contents ........................................................................ 3
3.0 Setup .............................................................................................. 4
Cabling Guidelines ................................................................................ 4
Installation ............................................................................................. 4
4.0 Connector and Indicator Functions ......................................... 5
Model U3CAT6-L ................................................................................. 5
Model U3CAT6-R ................................................................................. 6
5.0 Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 7
Contacting Hall Research ...................................................................... 9
6.0 Specifications ............................................................................. 10
FCC Notice
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference even if it causes undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to 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 it is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
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1.0 Introduction
The U3CAT6 is an extender system composed of two units – U3CAT6-L and
U3CAT6-R – used to extend USB 3.1 Gen 1 and Gigabit LAN at a distance of up to
100m on a single CAT6a or CAT7 cable. This allows users to extend high speed
USB peripherals far beyond the 3m cable limit specification for USB 3.1.
Typical Connection Diagram
Features
• Up to 100m extension when directly connected via CAT6a/7 cable
• Support for new USB 3.1 Gen 1 / 2 host controllers and devices
• Up to 5 Gbps transfer speed
• Transparent USB extension supporting USB 3, 2, and 1
• Plug-and-Play; no software drivers required
• Support for all types of USB peripherals
• Works with all major operating systems: Windows®, macOS™, Linux®,
and Chrome OS™
2.0 Package Contents
(x1) U3CAT6-L Local Extender
(x1) U3CAT6-R Remote Extender
(x1) USB 3.1 Gen 1 Cable
(x1) 24V DC 1A Universal Power Supply (Local)
(x1) 24V DC 2.71A Universal Power Supply (Remote)
(x2) AC Power Cords
(x1) User manual download card
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3.0 Setup
Cabling Guidelines
• The U3CAT6 requires a minimum grade of Category 6a cabling to be used
in order to reach 100m (328 ft) of extension distance. This also includes
the length of patch cable, should it be required. Up to 10m of patch cable
can be used, although the remaining 90m distance must consist of solid
core cabling.
• Unshielded (UTP) cabling may be used if the cable run installation meets
the following requirements:
o The cable is not bundled with other cables
o The cable is run loosely with other Category cables
o The cable is not placed close to sources of interference such as
power lines and radios
o The cable is not looped or coiled
• Foiled (FTP) or Shielded (STP) cabling must be used if the cable run
installation requires the following:
o The cable is bundled with other cables
o The cable is run tights against other Category cables
o The cable is placed near sources of interference like power lines
and radios
o The cable is looped or coiled
Installation
• Connect the U3CAT6-L to the PC using the supplied USB 3.1 cable.
• Optionally, connect the U3CAT6-L to a network switch using a CAT5e or
better patch cord
• Connect the U3CAT6-L and U3CAT6-R together using CAT6a/7 cable, up
to 100m
• Connect USB peripherals to the U3CAT6-R.
• Optionally, connect the U3CAT6-R to a remote network-enabled device
using a CAT5e or better patch cord
• Connect the 24V 1A power supply to the U3CAT6-L Local unit.
• Connect the 24V 2.71A power supply to the U3CAT6-R Remote unit.
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4.0 Connector and Indicator Functions
Model U3CAT6-L
1) Power LED: LED is SOLID ON when DC power is supplied. LED OFF
when no power is supplied.
2) Mode LED: Reserved for manufacturer use.
3) Config: Reserved for manufacturer use.
4) Status LED: LED is SOLID ON when system is functioning normally. LED
BLINKS during boot OR to indicate a temperature warning in unison
with LINK, USB2, and USB 3 LEDs.
5) Link LED: LED is SOLID ON when the Local extender is linked to a
Remote extender. LED is OFF when there is no connection.
6) USB 2 LED: LED is SOLID ON when an active USB 2 connection is
established. LED BLINKS when USB 2 connection is suspended/asleep.
LED is OFF when no USB 2 connection is detected.
7) LED is SOLID ON when an active USB 3 connection is established. LED
BLINKS when USB 3 connection is suspended/asleep. LED is OFF when
no USB 3 connection is detected.
8) LAN Port (100/1000 Mbps): Ethernet pass-through channel connects
to network or ethernet device.
9) Link Port (RJ45): Accepts RJ45 connector for CAT 6a/7 cabling to
connect Local to Remote.
10) USB Host Port: USB 3 Type B receptacle used to connect Local to USB 3
Host computer.
11) DC Power Port: Locking connector for the included power adapter –
accepts 24V DC 1A.
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Model U3CAT6-R
1) Power LED: LED is SOLID ON when DC power is supplied. LED OFF
when no power is supplied.
2) Mode LED: Reserved for manufacturer use.
3) Config: Reserved for manufacturer use.
4) Status LED: LED is SOLID ON when system is functioning normally. LED
BLINKS during boot OR to indicate a temperature warning in unison
with LINK, USB2, and USB 3 LEDs.
5) Link LED: LED is SOLID ON when the Remote extender is linked to a
Local extender. LED is OFF when there is no connection.
6) USB 2 LED: LED is SOLID ON when an active USB 2 connection is
established. LED BLINKS when USB 2 connection is suspended/asleep.
LED is OFF when no USB 2 connection is detected.
7) LED is SOLID ON when an active USB 3 connection is established. LED
BLINKS when USB 3 connection is suspended/asleep. LED is OFF when
no USB 3 connection is detected.
8) LAN Port (100/1000 Mbps): Ethernet pass-through channel connects
to network or ethernet device.
9) Link Port (RJ45): Accepts RJ45 connector for CAT 6a/7 cabling to
connect Remote to Local.
10) USB Device Ports (Type A): USB 3 Type A receptacle accepts all USB
devices.
11) DC Power Port: Locking connector for the included power adapter –
accepts 24V DC 2.71A.
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PROBL EM
CAUSE
SOLUTION
ALL LEDs are OFF on
1. The Local Extender and/or
1. Ensure that the AC power adapter is properly
POWER LED is ON,
1. The unit has
requires re-programming.
1. Contact Technical Support for assistance.
capable of supporting the link.
5.0 Troubleshooting
If you are experiencing problems getting the U3CAT6 to work properly, please
use the following troubleshooting suggestions.
the Local and/or
Remote Extender.
STATUS LED is OFF.
Link LEDs on the
Local and Remote
Extenders are OFF.
LINK LEDs on the
Local and Remote
Extenders are SOLID
ON, but the USB 2
and USB 3 LEDs are
OFF.
Remote Extender is not
receiving power from the
AC power adapter.
malfunctioned and
1. There is no connection
between the Local and
Remote Extenders.
1. The host computer is not
powered on.
2. The Local Extender is not
connected to a computer.
3. The host computer does
not support USB Hubs.
4. The unit is malfunctioning.
connected to the Local Extender and/or
Remote Extender.
2. Check that the AC adapter is connected to a
live source of AC power. Check that the
Local and/or Remote Extender’s Power LED
is illuminated.
1. Ensure that no more than 100m of CAT 6a/7
cabling is connected between the Local and
Remote Extenders.
2. Connect a short patch cable between the
Local and Remote Extenders. Recheck the
link status. If the LINK LED is now SOLID ON,
the previous cable is defective or not
1. Disconnect all USB devices from the Remote
Extender.
2. Disconnect Local Extender from the host
computer.
3. Disconnect AC adapters from Local and
Remote Extenders.
4. Reconnect the Local Extender to the host
computer.
5. Reconnect the AC adapters to the Local and
Remote Extenders.
6. Check that the Local and Remote Extenders
have enumerated as USB hubs in Windows
Device Manager, macOS System Profiler or
using “Isusb” command in a Linux Terminal.
7. If the problem is not resolved, contact
Technical Support.
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PROBL EM
CAUSE
SOLUTION
The USB 2 LED is
1. The Local Extender is not
1. Ensure that the Local Extender is connected
ALL LEDs are OFF on
1. The Local Extender and/or
1. Ensure that the AC power adapter is properly
POWER LED is ON,
1. The unit has
requires re-programming.
1. Contact Technical Support for assistance.
capable of supporting the link.
SOLID ON, but the
USB 3 LED is OFF.
the Local and/or
Remote Extender.
STATUS LED is OFF.
Link LEDs on the
Local and Remote
Extenders are OFF.
connected to a USB 3
port.
2. The Local Extender is
connected to the host
using a USB 2 cable.
3. The USB 3 cable
connecting the Local
Extender to the host
computer is defective.
4. The host computer’s USB
3 controller has
malfunctioned.
Remote Extender is not
receiving power from the
AC power adapter.
malfunctioned and
1. There is no connection
between the Local and
Remote Extenders.
to a USB 3 port on the host computer.
2. Ensure that the included USB 3.1 Gen 1 cable
is being used between the host computer
and Local Extender.
3. Cold boot the host computer.
4. Replace the USB 3.1 Gen 1 cable with a
different cable.
5. If the problem is not resolved, contact
Technical Support.
connected to the Local Extender and/or
Remote Extender.
2. Check that the AC adapter is connected to a
live source of AC power. Check that the
Local and/or Remote Extender’s Power LED
is illuminated.
1. Ensure that no more than 100m of CAT 6a/7
cabling is connected between the Local and
Remote Extenders.
2. Connect a short patch cable between the
Local and Remote Extenders. Recheck the
link status. If the LINK LED is now SOLID ON,
the previous cable is defective or not
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PROBL EM
CAUSE
SOLUTION
LINK LEDs on the
1. The host computer is not
1. Disconnect all USB devices from the Remote
The USB 2 LED is
1. The Local Extender is not
1. Ensure that the Local Extender is connected
Local and Remote
Extenders are SOLID
ON, but the USB 2
and USB 3 LEDs are
OFF.
SOLID ON, but the
USB 3 LED is OFF.
powered on.
2. The Local Extender is not
connected to a computer.
3. The host computer does
not support USB Hubs.
4. The unit is malfunctioning.
connected to a USB 3
port. 2. The Local
Extender is connected to
the host using a USB 2
cable. 3. The USB 3 cable
connecting the Local
Extender to the host
computer is defective. 4.
The host computer’s USB
3 controller has
malfunctioned.
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Extender.
2. Disconnect Local Extender from the host
computer.
3. Disconnect AC adapters from Local and
Remote Extenders.
4. Reconnect the Local Extender to the host
computer.
5. Reconnect the AC adapters to the Local and
Remote Extenders.
6. Check that the Local and Remote Extenders
have enumerated as USB hubs in Windows
Device Manager, macOS System Profiler or
using “Isusb” command in a Linux Terminal.
7. If the problem is not resolved, contact
Technical Support.
to a USB 3 port on the host computer.
2. Ensure that the included USB 3.1 Gen 1 cable
is being used between the host computer
and Local Extender.
3. Cold boot the host computer.
4. Replace the USB 3.1 Gen 1 cable with a
different cable.
5. If the problem is not resolved, contact
Technical Support.
If you determine that your U3CAT6 is malfunctioning, do not attempt to repair
the unit. Instead, contact Hall Research Technical Support at 714-641-6607. To
return the unit to Hall Research you must first get a Return Authorization
(RMA) number. Package the unit carefully, if returning. We recommend that you
use the original container.
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RANGE
Point-to-Point
Up to 100m (328 ft) over CAT6a/7 Cable
USB DEVICE
Maximum Throughput
5 Gbps
Traffic Types
All Traffic Types
Device Types
All Device Types
Maximum Number of
Devices and/or Hubs
Up to 30 devices
USB Connector
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type B Receptacle
Link Connector
1 x RJ45 “LINK”
Network Pass Through:
1 x RJ45 “LAN”
Enclosure Material
Black Anodized Aluminum
Power Supply
100-240V AC Input, 24V 1A DC Output
REMOTE EXTENDER
USB Connector
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type A Receptacles
Network Pass Through:
1 x RJ45 “LAN”
Dimensions
137.3mm x 232.1mm x 33.0mm (5.4” x 9.1” x 1.3”)
Enclosure Material
Black Anodized Aluminum
Available Current
Up to 1.2 Amp (6W) to each USB port
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating
Temperature Range
0°C – 50°C (32°F – 122°F)
Storage Temperature
-20°C – 70°C (-4°F – 158°F)
Operating Humidity
20% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage Humidity
10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
COMPLIANCE
EMC
FCC (Class B), CE (Class B)
Environmental
RoHS2 (CE)
SUPPORT
Warranty
2-year
6.0 Specifications
SUPPORT
LOCAL EXTENDER
Dimensions 137.3mm x 232.1mm x 33.0mm (5.4” x 9.1” x 1.3”)
Link Connector 1 x RJ45 “LINK”
Power Supply 100-240V AC Input, 24V 2.71A DC Output
Range
Specifications are subject to change without notice
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