Vaddio USB 3 Extenders Data Sheet
USB 3 Extenders
4-Port
Point-to-Point Extender System
User Guide
Document 411-0024-30 Rev A
June 2018
Contents
Introduction
Features ...............................................................................................................................................................3
Unpacking
A Quick Look at the USB 3 Extenders
The Local (Rx) Extender ........................................................................................................................................4
The Remote (Tx) Extender
Installation
Preparing Your Site
Cabling Guidelines
Other Items You Will Need
Basic Connections
Optional Ethernet Pass-Through Connection
Connections for a Presenter BYOD Scenario
Installing the Extenders
Checking the Installation
Connecting a USB Device
Compatibility
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Technical Glossary
Contacting Technical Support
Compliance Statements and Declarations of Conformity
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning
CE Statement
IC Statement
WEEE Statement
Product Operation and Storage
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Introduction
This guide provides product information, installation instructions and troubleshooting guidelines for Vaddio
USB 3 Extenders. The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation
procedures, familiarity with cabling requirements and some understanding of USB devices.
Features
This product enables you to extend USB 3.1 beyond the standard 3m cable limit for USB 3.1 peripheral devices.
This product also supports USB 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1.
Local Extender and the Remote Extender, and has the following key features:
Support for new USB 3.1 host controllers and devices (up to 5 Gbps)
Transparent USB extension supporting USB 3.1, 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1
Up to 328 ft (100 m) of extension when directly connected over Cat-6/Cat-7 cable
True plug and play; no software drivers required
Works with all major operating systems: Windows®, macOS™, Linux® and Chrome OS™
This extender system is composed of two individual units, the
Unpacking
999-1005-032 – North America
999-1005-132 – Europe and UK
Your
USB 3 Extender
Local (Rx) extender
Remote (Tx) extender
USB 3.0 cable, 6 ft (1.8 m)
Local extender 24V DC 1A power adapter with AC cord set(s)
Remote extender 24V DC 2.71A power adapter with AC cord set(s)
Quick-Start Guide
system contains:
3
ITEM
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
1
Power LED
ON when DC is supplied to the extender unit. OFF when no power is supplied by
the AC Adapter.
2
Mode
Reserved for manufacturer use.
3
Config
Reserved for manufacturer use.
4
Status LED
ON when system is functioning normally. BLINKS when system is booting. BLINKS in
unison with the LINK, USB 2, and USB 3 LEDs to indicate a temperature warning.
5
Link LED
ON when Local Extender is linked to an opposite Remote Extender. OFF when
there is no connection between the Local and Remote Extenders.
6
USB 2 LED
ON when an active USB 2 connection is established through the extender system.
connection is detected.
7
USB 3 LED
ON when an active USB 3 connection is established through the extender system.
connection is detected.
8
LAN Port (100/1000
Mbps)
Ethernet pass through channel connects to a network or Ethernet device.
9
Link Port (RJ45)
Accepts RJ45 connector for Cat-6/Cat-7 cabling to connect the Local Extender to
the Remote Extender.
10
USB Host Port
USB 3 Type B receptacle used to connect Local Extender to USB 3 Host computer.
11
DC Power Port
Locking connector for the included power adapter – accepts 24VDC 1A.
A Quick Look at the USB 3 Extenders
The local (receiver) and remote (transmitter) extenders look similar, but are not interchangeable. They use
different power supplies as well. Please take the time to identify each part correctly.
The Local (Rx) Extender
The local (receiver) extender connects to the computer using a standard USB 3.1 cable. Power for this unit is
provided by the included 24V 1A adapter.
Front View
Rear View
BLINKS when the USB 2 connection is suspended/asleep. OFF when no USB 2
BLINKS when the USB 3 connection is suspended/asleep. OFF when no USB 3
4
ITEM
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
1
Power LED
ON when DC is supplied to the extender unit. OFF when no power is supplied by the
AC Adapter.
2
Mode
Reserved for manufacturer use.
3
Config
Reserved for manufacturer use.
4
Status LED
ON when system is functioning normally. BLINKS when system is booting. BLINKS in
unison with the LINK, USB 2, and USB 3 LEDs to indicate a temperature warning.
5
Link LED
ON when Remote Extender is linked to an opposite Local Extender. OFF when there
is no connection between the Local and Remote Extenders.
6
USB 2 LED
ON when an active USB 2 connection is established through the extender system.
connection is detected.
7
USB 3 LED
ON when an active USB 3 connection is established through the extender system.
connection is detected.
8
LAN Port (100/1000
Mbps)
Ethernet pass through channel connects to a network or Ethernet device.
9
Link Port (RJ45)
Accepts RJ45 connector for Cat-6/Cat-7 cabling to connect the Remote Extender to
the Local Extender.
10
Device Ports (Type A)
Accepts all USB devices.
11
DC Power Port
Locking connector for the included power adapter – accepts 24VDC 2.71A.
The Remote (Tx) Extender
The remote (transmitter) extender provides USB 3.1 Type A ports for standard USB devices and allows you
to connect up to four USB devices directly. The remote extender is powered by an external AC 24V 2.71A
adapter, supplying up to 1.2 Amp per USB port. Additional devices may be connected by attaching up to three
USB hubs to the remote extender.
Front View
Rear View
BLINKS when the USB 2 connection is suspended/asleep. OFF when no USB 2
BLINKS when the USB 3 connection is suspended/asleep. OFF when no USB 3
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