Black Box IC401A Manual de usuario

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Break the USB distance barrier! Now you can

place USB devices up to 330 feet (100 meters)

from the computer.

Extends beyond the standard 1.5-foot (5-m) cable limit for USB peripheral

devices.

1-Port CAT5 USB 2.0 Extender User Manual

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FCC and IC RFI Statements

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND

INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy,

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.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-

ference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. This equipment generates,

uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

telephone reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the

following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

• Consult an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate

the equipment.

To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables and power cords are required to

connect this device to a personal computer or other Class B certified device.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emission

from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry

Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les

limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe B prescrites dans le

Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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NOM Statement

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.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de

operación deben ser respetadas.

4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo,

cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca,

etc.

6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales

que sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea

recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá

lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser

referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no

interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,

alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe

colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios

de ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor

como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo

amplificadores) que producen calor.

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.

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NOM Statement

12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la

polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no

sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,

poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen

del aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las

recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las

lineas de energia.

16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea

usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean

derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:

A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u

B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o

C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o

D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su

desempeño; o

E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Trademarks Used in this Manual

Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of

BB Technologies, Inc.

Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be

the property of the trademark owners.

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Table of Contents

1. Specifications.............................................................................................7

2. Overview ...................................................................................................8

2.1 Introduction........................................................................................8

2.2 Features..............................................................................................8

2.3 What’s Included .................................................................................9

2.4 Other Requirements ...........................................................................9

2.5 Hardware Description.........................................................................9

2.5.1 Local Extender (LEX) Unit ..........................................................9

2.5.2 Remote Extender (REX) Unit ...................................................11

2.6 Typical Installation.............................................................................13

3. Installation...............................................................................................14

3.1 Installing the Local Extender (LEX) Unit ............................................14

3.2 Installing the Remote Extender (REX) Unit........................................14

3.3 Connecting the Local Extender (LEX) Unit to the

Remote Extender (REX) Unit.............................................................14

3.4 Checking the Installation ..................................................................15

3.5 Connecting a USB Device.................................................................16

3.6 Compatibility ....................................................................................16

4. Troubleshooting ......................................................................................17

4.1 Troubleshooting Tips .........................................................................17

4.2 Contacting Black Box........................................................................19

4.3 Shipping and Packaging ...................................................................19

Appendix. Technical Glossary.........................................................................20

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Chapter 1: Specifications

1. Specifications

Compliance — FCC Class B, IC Class B, EMC EN-61000-4-2 8 kV Contact,

16 kV Air

Current Available to USB Device at Remote Unit — 500 mA

Maximum USB Devices Supported — (14) USB devices or (3) USB hubs

with (11) USB devices

Range — 330 ft. (100 m) over CAT5e (or better) cable

USB Device Support — High-speed devices (480 Mbps): USB 2.0,

Full-speed devices (12 Mbps): USB 2.0 and 1.1,

Low-speed devices (1.5 Mbps): USB 2.0 and 1.1

USB Host Support — EHCI (USB 2.0) and OHCI/UHCI (USB 1.1)

USB Hub Support — Any single-chain can include up to (3) USB hubs

plus (1) IC401A USB Extender

Connectors — Local Extender Unit: (1) USB Type B, (1) RJ-45;

Remote Extender Unit: (1) USB Type A, (1) RJ-45

Indicators — Local Extender Unit: (4) front-panel LEDs: Power, Link, Host, and

Activity;

Remote Extender Unit: (4) front-panel LEDs: Power, Link, Host, and Activity

Temperature Tolerance — Operating: +32 to +122° F (0 to +50° C);

Storage: -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70 °C)

Humidity Tolerance — Operating: 20 to 80% relative humidity, noncondensing;

Storage: 10 to 90% relative humidity, noncondensing

Power — Input: 100/240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 600 mA maximum;

Output: 5 VDC, 3 A;

AC adapter connector: 1.7-mm center-positive jack

Size — Local Extender Unit: 3.9"H x 3"W x 1"D (10 x 7.6 x 2.6 cm);

Remote Extender Unit: 3.9"H x 3"W x 1"D (10 x 7.6 x 2.6 cm)

System Shipping Weight — 2 lb. (0.9 kg)

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Chapter 2: Overview

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

The 1-Port CAT5 USB 2.0 Extender increases the distance from your computer to

a wide variety of USB devices—from printers, scanners, hard drives, and audio

devices to touchscreens, Web cams, and game controllers. USB devices can be

located up to 100 meters (330 feet) from the computer. The extender is

composed of two individual units: the Local Extender (LEX) unit and the Remote

Extender (REX) unit.

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 provide additional information that could be useful.

CAUTION: Cautions provide important information about an operational

requirement.

2.2 Features

• Extends USB 2.0 high-speed and USB 1.1 (low-speed, full-speed) devices up to

330 feet (100 m) over CAT5 cable.

• Operates with USB 2.0 high-speed host controllers and USB 1.1 classic hosts.

• Supports all USB device types: Control, Interrupt, Bulk, and Isochronous at up to

480 Mbps.

• True plug-and-play, ready to operate right out of the box. No new driver

installation required.

• Supports all major operating systems, including Windows®, Mac®OS, and

Linux®.

• Provides (1) remote USB 2.0 port. Number of devices can be increased using

additional USB hubs.

• AC power adapter at remote extender unit supplies standard 500 mA to USB

port.

• Power adapter at local extender unit is not required for normal operation.

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Chapter 2: Overview

2.3 What’s Included

Your 1-Port CAT5 USB 2.0 Extender includes the following items. If anything is

missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or

info@blackbox.com.

• (1) Local Extender unit (LEX)

• (1) Remote Extender unit (REX)

• (1) AC power adapter for Remote Extender unit

• (1) 6-foot (1.8-m) USB 2.0 cable

• This user’s manual

• A quick start guide

NOTE: You can purchase an additional AC power adapter for the local unit if your

USB port cannot supply the required 500-mA current. Contact Black Box

Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com for details.

2.4 Other Requirements

To complete the installation, you will also need the following items that are not

included with the product:

• USB 1.1 or 2.0 compatible computer (host computer) with a USB compliant

operating system.

• USB 1.1 or 2.0 compatible device.

• CAT5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable with two RJ-45 connectors (if using

surface cabling),

OR,

CAT5 cabling with two information outlets and two CAT5 patch cords with

RJ-45 connectors (if using premise cabling).

NOTE: All references to CAT5 cable in this document represent the minimum

requirement of solid core CAT5 unshielded twisted-pair cable. You can

substitute Category 5e or better or STP cable.

2.5 Hardware Description

2.5.1 The Local Extender (LEX) Unit

The LEX unit connects to the computer using a standard USB cable. Power for this

unit is provided by the USB on the host computer. Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the

front and back panels of the LEX. Table 2-1 describes their components.

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1 2 3 4

Figure 2-1. Front view: local unit.

5 6 7 8

Figure 2-2. Back view: local unit.

Table 2-1. Local (LEX) Unit Components.

Number Component Description

1Power LED (Blue) LED turns on when power is supplied. Off when no power is supplied.

2Link LED (Green) Indicates a valid link is established between the LEX and the REX units

over CAT5 cabling.

3Host LED (Green) Indicates that the extender system is properly enumerated on the host PC.

4Activity LED (Amber)

Indicates activity when data transmission is active between the LEX

and REX units. LED blinks intermittently with or without a USB device

connected. When the LEX and REX are in suspend mode, the LED is off.

5Ground Optional ground connection to housing of unit. Accepts an M2 type screw.

6Power Port (optional)

Not required in normal operation. You can connect an optional 5-V power

supply to the LEX unit to provide power if the USB port on the host PC

cannot deliver 500 mA to the unit.

7USB Type B connector Connects the LEX unit to the host computer.

8Link Port (RJ-45) Accepts an RJ-45 connector for CAT5 (or better) cabling.

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