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FCC STATEMENT FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT Class B Digital Device. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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SINGLE/DUAL USB-CAT5 EXTENDER 165FT Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) Electrical Safety Statement INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
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NOM STATEMENT 11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato. 12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
Installing the Local Unit............... 11 Installing the Remote Unit ............11 Connecting the Local Unit to the Remote Unit ......11 Checking the Installation.............. 12 Connecting a USB Device ............12 Troubleshooting ................... 13 Problems, Causes and Solutions........... 13 Calling Black Box ................ 15...
Remote Unit connector 1 x RJ45 (upstream) Remote Unit connector USB-CAT5 Extender IC244A: 1 x USB Type A (downstream) USB-CAT5 Extender IC246A: 2 x USB Type A Local Unit dimensions 100 mm x 70 mm x 30 mm (4.0” x 2.8” x 1.2”) Local Unit weight 0.1 kg (0.2 lb)
CHAPTER 2: Introduction 2. Introduction This manual is intended to assist IT professionals install the Single/Dual USB-CAT5 Extender 165FT. The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices. NOTE Notes give additional information that could make installation easier.
SINGLE/DUAL USB-CAT5 EXTENDER 165FT About the USB-CAT5 Extender The USB-CAT5 Extender breaks the five-meter distance barrier for the connection of USB devices and allows users to enjoy the benefits of USB technology beyond the desktop. With the USB-CAT5 Extender, USB devices can be located up to 50 meters from the host computer.
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The Remote Unit The Remote Unit connects to the USB device using a conventional USB cable. The Remote Unit of the USB-CAT5 Extender IC244A enables you to connect one full-speed or low-speed USB device. The Remote Unit of the USB-CAT5 Extender IC246A enables you to connect two full-speed or low-speed USB devices.
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USB-CAT5 Extender. 2.2.6 Compatibility The USB-CAT5 Extender complies with USB 1.1 specifications governing the design of full-speed and low-speed USB devices. However, Black Box does not guarantee that all USB 1.1 devices are compatible with the USB- CAT5 Extender.
CHAPTER 3: Installation 3. Installation Before You Begin Before you can install the USB-CAT5 Extender, 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. 3.
SINGLE/DUAL USB-CAT5 EXTENDER 165FT 2. Plug the other end of the Category 5 UTP cabling into the Link port on the Remote Unit. 3.4.2 With Premise Cabling 1. Plug one end of a Category 5 patch cord (not included) into the Link port on the Local Unit.
CHAPTER 4: Troubleshooting 4. Troubleshooting Problems, Causes and Solutions The following table provides troubleshooting help. 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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SINGLE/DUAL USB-CAT5 EXTENDER 165FT Symptoms/Cause Remedy Link LED on Local Unit 1. Check that the USB device is securely is on; connected to the USB port on the Remote Host LED on Local Unit Unit. is on. 2. Disconnect the Local Unit from the computer. Link LED on Remote 3.
Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • If you are shipping the USB-CAT5 Extender for repair, make sure you include everything that came in the original package. Before you ship, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.
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