MuxLab 500072 Installation Manual

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USB 2.0 4-Port Extender Kit

Installation Guide

500072

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USB 2.0 4-Port Extender Kit Installation Guide

Table of Contents

1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 2

2. Features ..................................................................................................................................... 2

3. Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 2

4. Package Contents ...................................................................................................................... 3

5. Physical Diagram ...................................................................................................................... 3

6. Installation ................................................................................................................................. 5

7. Category cable wiring ............................................................................................................... 6

8. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 7

9. Regulatory Compliance ............................................................................................................ 8

1. Introduction

The USB 2.0 high speed extender system enables USB 2.0 connectivity over Cat5e/6 at data rates up to 480Mbps and extends true USB up to 100m (328ft) over standard Cat5 twisted pair cable. This unit is true plug and play, requires no additional software drivers, and is compatible with all major operating systems such as Windows, Mac and Linux. It is ideal for accessing remotely laser printers, scanners, web cameras, external hard drives, CD/DVD burners, and flash drives. It supports a wide variety of USB extension applications including security, industrial control, digital signage, scientific data acquisition and other implementations of USB standards.

2. Features

True plug and play, no driver installation required. Extends USB 2.0 high-speed and USB 1.1 (low-speed, full-speed) devices up to 100m

(328ft) over Cat. 5e/6 cable Supports all USB device types: Control, Interrupt, Bulk and Isochronous at up to 480Mbps Ideal for a wide variety of USB devices, printers, scanners, hard drives, audio devices,

touch screens, web cams, and game controllers. Compatible with major operating systems: Windows 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1, Mac OS,

Linux or higher Aluminum enclosure and wall mountable

3. Specifications

Model No.

500072

Transmitter

Receiver

Chip

ICRON

Connector

Upstream / Input

USB B Female

RJ-45 Female

Output / Downstream RJ-45 Female USB Type A Female x 4

Interconnection Cable

Standard Cat. 5e/6

Max. Cable Length

100m (328ft)

LED

USB Cable Length

0.6m (USB Type A/M to Type B/M)

Power Supply

5VDC 1A

5VDC 2A

Housing

Aluminum

Dimension ( L x W x H )

90 x 73 x 31mm

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4. Package Contents

1 Transmitter unit 1 Receiver unit 2 5VDC Power adapters 1 USB 2.0 Type A/M to Type B/M Cable 0.6m

5. Physical Diagram

5.1 Transmitter (Local Unit)

Top View

USB 2.0 4-Port Extender

Tran smitter (Host Side)

Front view

RJ45 Link

RJ45 Link port to connect to the Cat.5 cabling

Side view

Link Led indicates a

valid link between the

Tx and the Rx via Cat.5

cabling

Link

Power

Act

Power Led indicates that the power is connected

Act Led indicates activity when data is

transmitted between the Tx and the Rx

Rear view

Power port connects to

the 5VDC-1A power

supply

Host

5VDC-1A

Host Port is using USB Type B interface

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5.2 Receiver (Remote Unit)

Top View

Receiver (D evice Side)

USB 2.0 4-Port Extender

Front view

RJ45 Link port to

connect to the Cat.5

cabling

Power port connects to the 5VDC-2A power supply

Side view

Link Led indicates a

valid link between the

Tx and the Rx via Cat.5

cabling

Link

Power

Act

Power Led indicates that the power is connected

Act Led indicates activity when data is

transmitted between the Tx and the Rx

Rear view

4321

Ports 1 to 4 are USB Device Ports using USB Type A interface.

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6. Installation

6.1 Typical Application

USB Cable USB Cable

USB Cable

Cat.5 cable Up to 100m

USB Cable

USB Devices

500072 Transmitter

500072 Receiver

6.2 Installing the Transmitter and the Receiver

6.2.1. Preparing for Installation

Follow these steps to prepare your installation:

1. Determine where the host computer will be located and set up the computer.

2. Determine where you want to locate the remote USB device(s).

3. The extender supports a maximum distance or 328 ft (100m). Make sure that Cat5 cabling is installed, with Cat. 5 outlets located near both computer and USB devices. The total length of this cable, including patch cords, must not be longer than 328 ft (100m).

6.2.2. Installing the Transmitter (Local Unit)

1. Plug the supplied USB cable into the transmitter and connect to an available USB port of computer.

2. Plug the 5VDC, 1A power adapter into the transmitter, and AC plug into the power outlet.

3. The Red Power LED indicator lights on.

4. Plug one end of the Cat. 5 cable into the Link port (RJ-45) on the transmitter. (Please see Category cable wiring).

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6.2.3. Installing the Receiver (Remote Unit)

1. Plug the other end of the Cat. 5 cable into the Link port (RJ-45) on t he receiver.

2. Plug the 5VDC, 2A power adapter into the receiver, and AC plug into the power receptacle. Note: Make sure to plug the 5VDC 2A power adapter on the receiver side.

3. The Red Power LED indicator lights on.

4. Connect the USB devices through USB cables into the Receiver’s USB ports labeled 1 to 4 on receiver.

LED

Status

Definition

Color

Power

Red

Indicates that the 5VDC power adapter is plugged in.

Activity Green

Indicates that both the transmitter and the receiver are powered on and the Cat5 cable is connected properly.

Link

Orange

Indicates that the USB ports are plugged in.

6.3 Checking the Installation

1. Check the Activity (Green) and Link (Orange) LED indicators light on both the transmitter and the receiver.

2. For Windows users (2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 8.1), open Device Manager to confirm the extender has been installed correctly. Expand the Entry and check the USB controllers. If the extender is installed correctly, it should be listed as a “Generic USB Hub.”

3. For Mac OS X users, open the System Profiler to confirm that the extender has been installed correctly. In the left column under Hardware, select “USB” and check the r ight 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 extender is not detected correctly or fails to detect, go to the Troubleshooting section of this manual.

7. Category cable wiring

Take precaution selecting the Cat. 5 wires

before connecting; use a cable tester to check the wires are correctly terminated. (Incorrect Termination may cause damage to the receiver unit). Recommend to use T568B

wiring as shown.

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8. Troubleshooting

The following table describes some of the symptoms, probable causes and possible solutions in respect to the installation of the USB 2.0 4-Port Extender kit.

Table -1 Troubleshooting tips

Problem

Cause

Solution

The 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 might be

failed.

1. Install the required USB device driver on the

computer operating system before plug in the USB device to the receiver. Access your USB device’s manufacturer’s Web site for detail info.

2. In the Universal Serial Bus (USB) controllers section of Device Manager, check if the USB

device is listed.

The USB device is attached but not functioning.

• An over current condition

has occurred because the USB device is drawing more than 500mA (USB spec.). The operating systems may pop up to indicate an issue.

1. Unplug the power adapter from the receiver,

wait approximately 30 seconds; plug the power adapter into receiver again.

2. If over current keeps occurring, either the USB device may use more power than the USB specification, or the USB device may be damaged.

3. Consult your USB device documentation and plug into your USB device with the required

power adapter.

Activity LED on transmitter or receiver blinks intermittently.

• The Cat. 5 cable

connecting the transmitter and receiver

is faulty.

1. Make sure the Cat.5 cable is good.

2. Try to use a different Cat.5 cable to connect

transmitter and receiver.

Activity LED on transmitter or receiver is off.

• The receiver is not

powered.

• The transmitter is not powered.

• The link cable failed or is damaged.

• The extender is not working.

1. Confirm that the host PC is on and providing

power to the transmitter.

2. Make sure the supplied AC power adapters are properly connected to the transmitter or receiver.

3. Make sure the Cat5 cabling between transmitter and receiver is properly installed or replace the link cable.

4. Check that the power adapter is connected and

working.

If you still cannot diagnose the problem, please call MuxLab Customer Technical Support at 877-689-5228 (toll-free in North America) or (+1) 514-905-0588 (International).

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Regulatory Compliance

Disclaimer

Information in this docum ent is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer does not m ake any representations or warranties (implied or otherwise) regarding the accuracy and completeness of this document and shall in no even t be liable for an y loss of profit or any other commercial dam age, including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or other damages. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic or mechanical, includi ng photocopying, recording or inform ation recording and ret rieval systems without the express written permission of the manufacturer. All brand names and product names used in this do cument are trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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