User Guide Contents Introduction....................1 USB 2.0 Ranger Product Contents............. 1 About the USB 2.0 Ranger 140 and Ranger 440 ........3 Before You Begin ..................7 Installing the LEX unit................7 Installing the REX unit ................7 Connecting the LEX unit to the REX unit ..........7 Checking the Installation................
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USB 2.0 Ranger 140 and USB 2.0 Ranger 440 Notes...
User Guide Introduction This manual is intended to assist IT professionals install the USB 2.0 Ranger models 140 or 440. The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices. The USB 2.0 Ranger reference used for the remainder of this document applies to either the 140 or 440 model.
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NOTE DC supply voltage used on the Ranger 140 or Ranger 440 units is NOT the same as Icron Technologies USB 1.1 Ranger products. Use of substitute adapters may cause permanent damage to the system and will void the warranty.
User Guide About the USB 2.0 Ranger 140 and Ranger 440 The USB 2.0 Ranger is powered by Icron’s ExtremeUSB® technology. This technology breaks the five-meter distance barrier for the connection of USB peripheral devices and allows users to enjoy the benefits of USB technology beyond the desktop.
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USB 2.0 Ranger 140 and USB 2.0 Ranger 440 The USB 2.0 Ranger 140 REX unit The Ranger 140 REX unit provides a single USB device connection at the remote end. Connection to the USB device is via a conventional USB cable.
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User Guide The USB 2.0 Ranger 440 REX Unit The Ranger 440 REX unit integrates a USB Hub and provides four USB device connections the remote end. Connection to the USB device is via a conventional USB cable. Additional devices may be connected through attachment of a USB Hub at the REX unit.
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USB Type B port connector port connector Compatibility The USB 2.0 Ranger complies with USB 2.0 specifications governing the design of high-speed USB devices. However, Icron Technologies Corporation does not guarantee that all USB devices are compatible with the USB 2.0 Ranger.
User Guide Before You Begin Before you can install the USB 2.0 Ranger, you need to prepare your site. 1. Determine where the host computer is to be located and set up the computer. 2. Determine where you want to locate the USB device(s). 3.
USB 2.0 Ranger 140 and USB 2.0 Ranger 440 a straight-through conductor configuration with no crossovers, and must be terminated with 8-conductor RJ45 connectors at both ends. With Surface Cabling 1. Plug one end of the Category 5 UTP cabling (not included) into the Link port on the LEX unit.
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User Guide 3. Check that the Device LED on the REX unit is on.
Ranger is recognised as a “Generic USB computer. Hub”. c) The computer does 6. If the USB 2.0 Ranger is not recognised, not support USB 2.0 contact Icron technical support for assistance hubs. (see page 15). d) The USB 2.0 Ranger is malfunctioning.
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User Guide Symptoms/Cause Remedy A device is connected 1. Disconnect the USB 2.0 Ranger from the to REX unit and the computer. corresponding Device 2. Connect the USB device directly to the USB LED is off port on the computer. Cause: 3.
Input: 110/240 V AC, 50 – 60 Hz Output: 5 V DC, 3 A Note: Use ONLY the 5V adapters provided with the Ranger 2.0 systems. Other Icron products (USB 1.1 Rangers) use 15V adapters which are not compatible with the Ranger 2.0 systems.
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User Guide Total system shipping Ranger 140: 1.27kg (2.8 lbs) weight Ranger 140i – NA: 1.72kg (3.8 lbs) Ranger 140i – EU: 1.81kg (4.0 lbs) Ranger 440: 1.27kg (2.8 lbs) Ranger 440i – NA: 1.72kg (3.8 lbs) Ranger 440i – EU: 1.81kg (4.0 lbs) Temperature range 4°C to 40°C Regulatory testing...
Hardware Remedies Icron Technologies Corporation’s entire liability and the Licensee’s exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty, shall be, at Icron Technologies Corporation’s option, either (a) return of the price paid or (b) repair or replacement of hardware, which will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 30 days, whichever is longer.
The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to you, at Icron Technologies Corporation’s expense, not later than thirty days after Icron Technologies Corporation receives the defective product.
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