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Icron USB 3-2-1 Starling 3251C ™ 1-Port USB 3-2-1 Fixed Range Point-to-Point Extender System User Guide...
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CE Statement We, Icron Technologies Corporation, a Maxim Integrated brand, declare under our sole responsibility that the USB 3-2-1 Starling™ 3251C, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standards EN 55024, EN 55032, EN 61000, EN 62368-1 and RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU + 2015/863/EU.
Contents Introduction Product Contents 3 Features 3 The LEX Unit 4 The REX Unit 5 Installation Guide Installing the USB 3-2-1 Starling 3251C Extender System 6 Installing the LEX Unit Connecting the LEX to the REX Installing the REX Unit 7 Checking the Installation 7 Connecting a USB Device 7 Compatibility 7...
Introduction This guide provides product information for the Icron USB 3-2-1 Starling™ 3251C, installation instructions and troubleshooting guidelines. The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity with cabling requirements and some understanding of USB devices.
DC Power Port Optional DC power input, accepts 5V 3A. (Sold separately) Icron PN 21-00111 5V 3A Power Supply (LVL VI) 1.7mm ID. Power LED * LED Is SOLID GREEN When sufficient power is provided by host. LED is SOLID Refer to note below AMBER when less than optimal power is not guaranteed by host.
The REX Unit The REX unit provides a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port for standard USB devices and allows you to connect one USB device directly. Front View Link Device Rear View Link Mode Config ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION Power LED LED Is SOLID GREEN when sufficient power is supplied by LEX.
Installation Guide Installing the USB 3-2-1 Starling 3251C Extender System To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with this system: • USB compatible computer (host computer) with a USB compliant operating system •...
Installing the REX Unit Place the REX near and connect it to the USB device. Checking the Installation On the LEX and REX units, check that the Power and Link LEDs are on. If the Link LEDs are permanently off or blinking, then the cable between the LEX and REX units may not be installed properly or is defective.
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Optional USB Extender Mounting Options The bottom of the Starling 3251C enclosure features four convenient pre-drilled holes for optional direct surface mounting and four mounting slots for easy cable-ties. Based on your requirements, choose from three available mounting options: 1. USB Extender Mounting Kit 2.
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OPTION 2: USB Extender Direct Surface Mounting (using your own hardware) 4 Pre-Drilled Mounting Holes The bottom of the Starling 3251C enclosure features four pre- drilled holes for optional direct surface mounting. Using the stencil below, along with your own hardware you can directly mount your USB Extender on a surface.
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 Icron Technical Support for further assistance.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Power LED is 1. Upstream USB connection 1. Ensure connection is made to an upstream USB-C Solid Amber. does not advertise 5V 3A port (Not Type A or B). connectivity. 2. Switch to a different port. 3. Solution may not require all 900mA to operate. Test complete setup.
Specifications RANGE Point-to-Point 10m using included Cable USB DEVICE SUPPORT Maximum Throughput 5Gbps Traffic Types All Traffic Types Device Types All Device Types Maximum Number of Devices and/or Hubs 30, including Hubs LOCAL EXTENDER (LEX) USB Connector 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C Receptacle Link Connector 1 x ARJ45 “LINK”...
21-00109 JP Ungrounded Power Cord Cable Power IEC320-C7/C8 1.5m 2-pin JP Contacting Technical Support If you are experiencing problems not referenced in the Troubleshooting section, contact Icron Technical Support: www.icron.com/support Tel: +1 604 638 3939 To help us serve you better, please include the following information with your technical support request: •...
RJ45. The ARJ45 Receptacle is keyed and does not allow RJ45 connections. ARJ45 Cables cannot be terminated in the field and must be done at the factory. Icron does not recommend or guarantee operation with any cable other than the one included with this product.
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