Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2304 User Manual

Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2304 User Manual

Usb 2.0 4-port usb 2.0 100m cat 5e extender system
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USB 2.0 Ranger
2304
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4-Port USB 2.0 100m Cat 5e Extender System

User Guide

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We have a IRON USB ranger 2224 and the powerled of the REX unit blinks. The link between REX and LEX fails.

Summary of Contents for Icron USB 2.0 Ranger 2304

  • Page 1: User Guide

    USB 2.0 Ranger 2304 ® 4-Port USB 2.0 100m Cat 5e Extender System User Guide...
  • Page 2 CE Statement We, Icron Technologies Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the Ranger 2304, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Standard EN 55022, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, and EN 61000-3-3.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ......................3 Ranger 2304-LAN Product Contents .................... 3 Features ..............................3 The LEX Unit ............................4 The REX Unit ............................5 Installation Guide ....................6 Installing the Ranger 2304-LAN System on a Local Area Network ........6 Requirements ............................6 Preparing your Network ...............................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    • Quick Start Guide and Warranty Information Features The Ranger 2304 incorporates Icron’s patented ExtremeUSB® technology, enabling users to extend USB beyond the standard 5m cable limit for USB 2.0 peripheral devices. The Ranger 2304 has the following key features: •...
  • Page 5: The Lex Unit

    The LEX Unit The Local Extender (LEX) unit connects to the computer using a standard USB 2.0 cable. Power for this unit is provided by the the host computer. Front View Rear View ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION LED turns on when power is supplied, off when no power is supplied by the Power LED (Blue) Host computer.
  • Page 6: The Rex Unit

    The REX Unit The Remote Extender (REX) unit provides USB Type A ports for standard USB devices. The REX unit allows you to connect up to four USB devices directly. Additional devices may be connected by attaching USB hubs to the REX unit. The REX unit is powered by an external AC adapter and can supply up to 500mA to each USB port.
  • Page 7: Requirements

    Installing the Ranger 2304 System Requirements To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not included with the product: • USB compatible computer (host computer) with a USB compliant operating system • USB compatible device(s) •...
  • Page 8: Installing The Lex Unit

    Installing the LEX Unit Place the LEX unit near the computer. Connect the supplied USB cable between the LEX host port and a USB port on the host computer. Connecting the LEX Unit to the REX Unit With Surface Cabling Connect the Cat 5e cable into the Link port of the LEX unit.
  • Page 9: Checking The Installation

    Checking the Installation On the LEX and REX units, check that the Power, Status, Link and Host LEDs are on. • If the Host or Link LEDs are permanently off, then the cabling between the LEX and REX units may not be installed properly or is defective.
  • Page 10: Connecting A Usb Device

    Check that the device is detected and installed properly in the operating system. Compatibility The USB 2.0 Ranger 2304 complies with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 specifications governing the design of USB devices. However, Icron Technologies Corporation does not guarantee that all USB devices or hosts will be compatible with the Ranger 2304, as there are a number of different characteristics that may impact the operation of USB devices over extended distances.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    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...
  • Page 12: Contacting Technical Support

    Icron Technologies Corporation product or service, even if Icron Technologies Corporation, its suppliers or licensors have been advised of the possibility of such damages. In no case shall Icron Technologies Corporation, its suppliers and licensors’...
  • Page 13: Obtaining Warranty Service

    Package the product appropriately for safe shipment and mark the RMA number on the outside of the package. The package must be sent prepaid to Icron Technologies Corporation. We recommend that you insure it or send it by a method that provides for tracking of the package. The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to you, at Icron Technologies Corporation’s expense, not later than thirty...
  • Page 14: Technical Glossary

    REX unit. You may use either the T568A scheme (Table 1) or the T568B scheme (Table 2) for cable termination as the USB 2.0 Ranger 2304 requires all four pairs of the cable. RJ45 connectors are sometimes also referred to as 8P8C connectors. Note that any given cable must be terminated using the same T568 scheme on both ends to operate correctly.
  • Page 15: Specifications

    Specifications RANGE Direct Connect Up to 100m (330 ft) over solid core Cat 5e or better USB DEVICE SUPPORT Maximum USB 2.0 Throughput Up to 480Mbps Maximum USB 1.1 Throughput Up to 12Mbps Traffic Types All USB 2.0 and 1.1 Traffic Types Device Types All USB 2.0 and 1.1 Device Types Number of Devices and/or Hubs...
  • Page 16 Icron Technologies Corporation 4664 Lougheed Highway, Suite 221 Burnaby, BC Canada V5C 5T5 Tel: +1 604 638 3920 Fax: +1 604 638 3930 icron.com...

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