Lindy USB 2.0 Cat.5 Extender Pro 42697 User Manual

© LINDY ELECTRONICS LIMITED & LINDY-ELEKTRONIK GMBH - FIRST EDITION (May 2012)

USB 2.0 Cat.5 Extender Pro

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LINDY No. 42697

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the LINDY USB 2.0 Cat.5 Extender. The USB Cat.5 Extender is
composed of a transmitting and receiving unit, and enables any USB host device to send data
up to 100 metres

Package Contents

•

Local Unit

•

Remote Unit

•

Power Supply with 3 power cords with EU/US/UK connector*

•

USB Cable

•

LINDY QSG

*

This LINDY USB 2.0 Cat.5 Extender provides the option to apply power at the local or remote extender. The

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 – local and remote - extenders as the units may be damaged.

Specifications

Range 100m (330ft) over Cat 5e (or better) cable

USB device support

High-speed devices (480 Mb/s)
(USB 2.0) Full speed devices

(12 Mb/s) (USB 1.1)

Low speed

USB hub support Any single chain can include up to 4 USB hubs plus 1 USB
USB host support EHCI (USB 2.0) and OHCI/UHCI (USB 1.1)
Maximum USB

devices supported

14 USB devices or 4 USB hubs with 10 USB devices.

AC adapter

Input: 100/240 V AC, 50 – 60 Hz, 600 mA maximum

Output: 24V DC, 1A
AC adapter connector 2.1 mm centre-positive jack
Current available to USB

device at remote extender

500 mA
System shipping weight 1.35 lbs. (0.62 kg)

Local Extender
USB connector 1 x USB Type B
Link connector 1 x RJ45
Dimensions 3.35” x 1.10” x 2.25” (85 mm x 28 mm x 57 mm)
Remote Extender
USB connector 1 x USB Type A
Link connector 1 x RJ45

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Dimensions 3.35” x 1.10” x 2.25” (85 mm x 28 mm x 57 mm)
Environmental
Operating temperature range 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Storage temperature range -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
Operating humidity 20% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage humidity 10% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing

Regulatory testing

FCC (Class A), IC (Class A), CE (Class A)

FCC Part 15 Class A, CE Class A, ICES-003 Class A

Local Extender:

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.

•

Link LED (green) on top of the housing: Indicates both the local and remote extenders

have power and the Cat. 5 cable is connected properly.

•

Power Port: The power port gives the option to connect power to either local or remote

extender. Connect the supplied 24V, 1A power adapter to

either

the local or remote

extender.

•

Link Port (RJ45): accepts RJ45 connector for Cat. 5 cabling (or better)

•

USB Type B connector: used to connect the local extender unit to the host computer

Remote Extender:
The remote extender provides a USB Type A port for connecting standard USB devices. It
allows you to connect one USB device directly. Additional devices may be connected by
attaching USB hubs to the remote extender. The remote extender is powered

either

directly by
the included power supply or via the Cat. 5 link extension cable from the local extender. The
USB port delivers 500mA of current to the attached USB device.

•

Link LED (green) on top of the housing: Indicates both the local and remote extenders

have power and the Cat. 5 cable is connected properly.

•

Power Port: The power port gives the option to connect power to either local or remote

extender. Connect the supplied 24V, 1A power adapter to

either

the local or remote

extender.

•

Link Port (RJ45): accepts RJ45 connector for Cat. 5 cabling (or better)

•

Device Port (USB Type A): accepts a USB device

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Installation

Connect the power adapter to

either

the local or remote extender:

Mounting

the Local

Extender

or

Remote

Extender

If mounting is required, the local and remote extenders have two mounting slots on each
side for use with tie/zip wraps (not included).

USB 2.0 over

100m

Cat.5 cabling

(or better)

Mounting slot

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Installation

1. Place the local extender near the computer.

2. Install the supplied USB cable between the local extender and USB port on the host

computer.

3. Place the remote extender near the USB device(s) in the desired remote location.

4. Connect the supplied power adapter to the local or remote extender, based on installation

requirement. Use only the power adapter supplied with the LINDY USB 2.0 Extender Pro;
use of substitute adapters may cause permanent damage to the system and will void the
warranty.Never plug a power adapter to both lcoal and remote extenders, as this may also
cause permanent damage to the system.

5. Connect the local to the remote extender by using a Cat.5 (or better) cable (not included!).

Data transfer rates depend on the quality and length of the cable. Best results for great
distances are reached with Solid Core cabling.

Checking

the installation

1. Check that the green Link LED is illuminated on the local and remote extender.

2. For Windows users (2000, XP, Vista, 7), open Device Manager to confirm that the LINDY

USB Extender Pro has installed correctly. Expand the entry for Universal Serial Bus
controllers. If the Extender has been installed correctly, you should find it listed as a “Generic
USB Hub”.

3. For Mac OS X users, open the System Profiler to confirm that the LINDY USB Extender Pro

has installed correctly. In the left hand column under Hardware, select “USB” and inspect
the right hand panel. If the Extender has been installed correctly, you should find it listed as
a “Hub” under the USB High-Speed Bus/USB Bus.

4. If the LINDY USB Extedner Pro is not detected correctly or fails to detect, please consult the

Troubleshooting Guide.

Connecting

a USB Device

1. Install any software required to operate the USB device(s). Refer to the documentation for

the USB device(s), as required.

2. Connect the USB device to the device port on the remote extender.

3. Check that the device is detected and installed properly in the operating system.

Trouble Shooting

The following table provides troubleshooting tips. The topics are arranged in the order in which
they should be executed in most situations. If you are unable to resolve the problem after
following these instructions, please contact technical support for further assistance.

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PROBLEM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

USB device
is attached
but not
functioning.

• The USB device requires
drivers that were not
installed.

• The USB device
does not support
USB hubs.

• The USB
device has
malfunctioned.

1. Install the required USB device driver on
the computer operating system prior to
attaching the USB device into the remote
extender. Please see your USB device
manufacturer’s website for details.

2. In the Universal Serial Bus controllers
Device Manager, check that the USB

section of device is enumerated.

3. Contact Technical Support for assistance.

USB device
is attached
but not
functioning.

• Overcurrent condition has
occured because the USB
device has drawn more
current than can be
supplied per
USB specification
(500mA). Operating
systems may generate
a status bubble
indicating an issue.

1. Power cycle remote extender: Unplug the
power adapter from the extender, wait
approximatly 30 seconds, plug the power
adapter into the extender.

2. If overcurrent continues to occur, either:
(a) the USB device may use more power

than the USB specification, or (b) the USB
device may be damaged.

3. Consult your USB device documentation
and power your USB device with the
required power supply.

Link LED
on the local

and remote
extenders
blink
intermittently.

• The Cat.5 cable
connecting the local and
remote extender is faulty.

• Firmware mismatch
between the local and
remote extenders.

1. Ensure that the Cat.5 cabling is of decent
quality.

2. Use a different local and remote extender
pair which have the same firmware
revision.

3. Upgrade the local and remote extender
firmware; contact Technical support for
assistance.

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PROBLEM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Link LED on the
local and
remote
extenders is off.

• The remote
extender is not
receiving power.

• The local extender is
not receiving power.

• The link cable is
malfunctioning.

• The LINDY USB
Extender Pro is
malfunctioning.

1. Confirm Host PC is on and providing
power to local extender.

2. Ensure the supplied AC power adapter is
properly connected to the local extender

or

the remote extender.

3. Ensure the Cat 5 cabling between the local
and remote extenders is properly installed or
replace the link cable.

4. Check that the AC adapter is connected to a
live source of electrical power.

5. Contact Technical Support for assistance.

CE/FCC & Recycling Information

CE Certification

This equipment complies with the requirements relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility Standards
EN55022/EN55024 and the further Standards cited therein. It must be used with shielded cables only.
It has been manufactured under the scope of RoHS compliance.

CE Konformitätserklärung

Dieses Produkt entspricht den einschlägigen EMV Richtlinien der EU und darf nur zusammen mit abgeschirmten
Kabeln verwendet werden.
Diese Geräte wurden unter Berücksichtigung der RoHS Vorgaben hergestellt.
Die formelle Konformitätserklärung können wir Ihnen auf Anforderung zur Verfügung stellen

LINDY Herstellergarantie - Hinweis für Kunden in Deutschland

LINDY gewährt für dieses Produkt über die gesetzliche Regelung in Deutschland hinaus eine zweijährige Herstellergarantie ab
Kaufdatum. Die detaillierten Bedingungen dieser Garantie finden Sie auf der LINDY Website aufgelistet bei den AGBs.

FCC Certification

This equipment has been tested and found 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 in a residential installation.
You are cautioned that changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your
authority to operate the equipment.
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

WEEE (Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment),
Recycling of Electronic Products

In 2006 the European Union introduced regulations (WEEE) for the collection and recycling of all waste electrical and electronic
equipment. It is no longer allowable to simply throw away electrical and electronic equipment. Instead, these products must
enter the recycling process.
Each individual EU member state has implemented the WEEE regulations into national law in slightly different ways. Please
follow your national law when you want to dispose of any electrical or electronic products. More details can be obtained from
your national WEEE recycling agency.

Germany / Deutschland

Die Europäische Union hat mit der WEEE Direktive Regelungen für die Verschrottung und das Recycling von
Elektro- und Elektronikprodukten geschaffen. Diese wurden im Elektro- und Elektronikgerätegesetz - ElektroG in
deutsches Recht umgesetzt. Dieses Gesetz verbietet das Entsorgen von entsprechenden, auch alten, Elektro- und
Elektronikgeräten über die Hausmülltonne! Diese Geräte müssen den lokalen Sammelsystemen bzw. örtlichen
Sammelstellen zugeführt werden! Dort werden sie kostenlos entgegen genommen. Die Kosten für den weiteren
Recyclingprozess übernimmt die Gesamtheit der Gerätehersteller.

France

En 2006, l'union Européenne a introduit la nouvelle réglementation (DEEE) pour le recyclage de tout équipement électrique et
électronique.
Chaque Etat membre de l’ Union Européenne a mis en application la nouvelle réglementation DEEE de manières légèrement
différentes. Veuillez suivre le décret d’application correspondant à l’élimination des déchets électriques ou électroniques de
votre pays.

Italy

Nel 2006 l’unione europea ha introdotto regolamentazioni (WEEE) per la raccolta e il riciclo di apparecchi elettrici ed elettronici.
Non è più consentito semplicemente gettare queste apparecchiature, devono essere riciclate. Ogni stato membro dell’ EU ha
tramutato le direttive WEEE in leggi statali in varie misure. Fare riferimento alle leggi del proprio Stato quando si dispone di un
apparecchio elettrico o elettronico.
Per ulteriori dettagli fare riferimento alla direttiva WEEE sul riciclaggio del proprio Stato.

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