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USB-EXT-1 1-port USB 2.0 100m CAT 5e/6/7 Extender System with Flexible Power User Guide FSR Inc. 244 Bergen Blvd.Woodland Park NJ 08724 1-800-332-3771 or +1-973-998-2300 www.fsrinc.com 43299 LIT1713...
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CE Statement We, FSR Inc, declare under our sole responsibility that the USB-EXT-1, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standard EN 55022, EN 61000, and EN 55024. IC Statement This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Contents Introduction ........................3 Product Contents ..................................... 3 Requirements ....................................3 Features ....................................... 3 The Local Extender ..................................4 The Remote Extender ..................................5 Installation Guide ....................... 6 Mounting the Local Extender or Remote Extender ......................6 Preparing for Installation ................................6 Installing the Local Extender ...............................
• Quick Start Guide The USB-EXT-1 features flexible power, allowing the installer to connect the supplied 24V, 1A power adapter to either the note local or remote extender for normal extension system operation. Please note, when powering at the local extender, take...
The Local Extender The local extender connects to the computer using a standard USB cable (included). Power for the local extender is provided by the host computer. Power for the remote extender is provided by the 24V AC adapter connected at either the local or remote extender. The local extender delivers power over the CAT 5e/6/7 extension link to the remote extender when the included power supply is connected to the local extender.
The Remote Extender The remote extender provides a USB Type A port for connecting standard USB devices. The remote extender allows you to connect one USB device directly. Additional devices may be connected by attaching USB hubs to the remote extender. The remote extender is powered either directly by the included power supply, or via the CAT 5e/6/7 link extension cable from the local extender.
2. Determine where you want to locate the USB device(s). 3. If you are using surface cabling, the USB-EXT-1 supports a maximum distance of 100m. If you are using premise cabling, ensure CAT 5e/6/7 cable is installed between the two locations, with CAT 5e/6/7 information outlets located near both the computer and the USB device(s), and the total length, including patch cords is no more than 100m.
1. Connect 24V 1A supplied AC power adapter to the local extender or remote extender, based on installation requirement. The USB-EXT-1 features flexible power, allowing the installer to connect the supplied 24V, 1A power adapter to either note the local or remote extender for normal extension system operation. Please note, when powering at the local extender,...
2. For Windows users (XP, 7, 8, 8.1, 10), open Device Manager to confirm that the USB-EXT-1 extender system has been installed correctly. Expand the entry for Universal Serial Bus controllers by clicking the “+” sign. If the extender system has been installed correctly, you should find it listed as a “Generic USB Hub”...
Troubleshooting 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 Technical Support for further assistance. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION...
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Link LED on the • The remote extender is not 1. Confirm the host computer is on and providing local and remote receiving power. power to local extender. extenders is off. • The local extender is not 2.
Contacting Technical Support If you are experiencing problems not referenced in the Troubleshooting Guide, contact Technical Support at FSR Inc. and provide them with the following information: • Host computer make and mode • Type of operating system installed (e.g. Windows 10, macOS 10.12, etc.) •...
Technical Glossary Category 5e/6/7 (CAT 5e/6/7) Network Cabling Category 5e/6/7 cable is commonly also referred to as CAT 5e or CAT 6 or CAT 7. This cabling is available in either solid or stranded twisted pair copper wire variants and as UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) or STP (Shielded Twisted Pair).
Specifications Range Up to 100m (330ft) over Cat 5e/6/7 cable High-speed devices (480 Mbps) (USB 2.0) USB Device Support Full-speed devices (12 Mbps) (USB 1.1) Low-speed devices (1.5 Mbps) (USB 1.1) Maximum USB Devices 30 USB devices or 4 USB hubs with 26 USB devices. Supported 24V 1A DC output Power Supply...
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