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Muxlab USB 2.0 4-Port Extender Kit Operation Manual
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MuxLab USB 2.0 4-Port Extender Kit allows you to connect USB devices like printers, scanners, or external hard drives up to 328ft (100m) away from your computer using a standard Cat5e/6 LAN cable. It supports USB 2.0 high-speed devices at data rates up to 480Mbps and is compatible with all major operating systems including Windows, Mac, and Linux. It also features plug-and-play installation with no additional software or drivers required.
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USB 2.0 4-Port Extender Kit
Installation Guide
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USB 2.0 4-Port Extender Kit Installation Guide
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
The USB 2.0 high speed extender system enables USB 2.0 connectivity over Cat5e/6 at data rates up to 480Mbps and extends true USB up to 100m (328ft) over standard Cat5 twisted pair cable. This unit is true plug and play, requires no additional software drivers, and is compatible with all major operating systems such as Windows, Mac and Linux.
It is ideal for accessing remotely laser printers, scanners, web cameras, external hard drives,
CD/DVD burners, and flash drives. It supports a wide variety of USB extension applications including security, industrial control, digital signage, scientific data acquisition and other implementations of USB standards .
2. Features
True plug and play, no driver installation required.
Extends USB 2.0 high-speed and USB 1.1 (low-speed, full-speed) devices up to 100m
(328ft) over Cat. 5e/6 cable
Supports all USB device types: Control, Interrupt, Bulk and Isochronous at up to 480Mbps
Ideal for a wide variety of USB devices, printers, scanners, hard drives, audio devices, touch screens, web cams, and game controllers.
Compatible with major operating systems: Windows 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1, Mac OS,
Linux or higher
Aluminum enclosure and wall mountable
3. Specifications
Model No.
Connector
Upstream / Input
Output / Downstream
Interconnection Cable
Max. Cable Length
LED
USB Cable Length
Power Supply
Housing
Dimension ( L x W x H )
Transmitter
USB B Female
RJ-45 Female
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Receiver
RJ-45 Female
USB Type A Female x 4
Standard Cat. 5e/6
100m (328ft)
2
0.6m (USB Type A/M to Type B/M)
5VDC 2A
Aluminum
90 x 73 x 31mm
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4. Package Contents
One (1) Transmitter unit
One (1) Receiver unit
One (1) 5VDC Power adapters
One (1) USB 2.0 Type A/M to Type B/M Cable 0.6m
5. Physical Diagram
5.1 Transmitter (Local Unit)
Top View
Installation Guide
Link Led indicates a valid link between the
Tx and the Rx via Cat.5 cabling
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Transmitter (Host Side)
Front view
RJ45 Link
Side view
Rear view
RJ45 Link port to connect to the Cat.5 cabling
Power Led indicates that the power is connected
Host Port is using USB
Type B interface
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5.2 Receiver (Remote Unit)
Top View
Installation Guide
RJ45 Link port to connect to the Cat.5 cabling
Link Led indicates a valid link between the
Tx and the Rx via Cat.5 cabling
USB 2.0 4-Port Extender
Receiver (Device Side)
Front view
Side view
1 2 3 4
Rear view
Power port connects to the 5VDC-2A power supply
Power Led indicates that the power is connected
Ports 1 to 4 are USB
Device Ports using
USB Type A interface.
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6. Installation
6.1 Typical Application
Installation Guide
6.2 Installing the Transmitter and the Receiver
6.2.1. Preparing for Installation
Follow these steps to prepare your installation:
1. Determine where the host computer will be located and set up the computer.
2. Determine where you want to locate the remote USB device(s).
3. The extender supports a maximum distance or 328 ft (100m). Make sure that Cat5 cabling is installed, with Cat. 5 outlets located near both computer and USB devices.
The total length of this cable, including patch cords, must not be longer than 328 ft
(100m).
6.2.2. Installing the Transmitter (Local Unit)
1. Plug the supplied USB cable into the transmitter and connect to an available USB port of computer.
2. Plug one end of the Cat. 5 cable into the Link port (RJ-45) on the transmitter. (Please see Category cable wiring).
6.2.3.
Installing the Receiver (Remote Unit)
1. Plug the other end of the Cat. 5 cable into the Link port (RJ-45) on the receiver.
2. Plug the 5VDC, 2A power adapter into the receiver, and AC plug into the power receptacle.
3. The Red Power LED indicator lights on the Transmitter and Receiver.
4. Connect the USB devices through USB cables into the Receiver’s USB ports labeled 1 to 4 on receiver.
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Definition
Power
Link
LED
Status
Color
Red Indicates that the 5VDC power adapter is plugged in.
Orange Indicates that the USB ports are plugged in.
6.3 Checking the Installation
1. Check the Link (Orange) LED indicators light on both the transmitter and the receiver.
2. For Windows users (2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 8.1), open Device Manager to confirm the extender has been installed correctly. Expand the Entry and check the USB controllers. If the extender is installed correctly, it should be listed as a “Generic USB
Hub.”
3. For Mac OS X users, open the System Profiler to confirm that the extender has been installed correctly. In the left column under Hardware, select “USB” and check the right panel. If the extender has been installed correctly, you should find it listed as a “Hub” under the USB High-Speed Bus/USB Bus.
4. If the extender is not detected correctly or fails to detect, go to the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
7. Category cable wiring
Take precaution selecting the Cat. 5 wires before connecting; use a cable tester to check the wires are correctly terminated. (Incorrect
Termination may cause damage to the receiver unit). Recommend to use T568B wiring as shown.
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8. Troubleshooting
The following table describes some of the symptoms, probable causes and possible solutions in respect to the installation of the USB 2.0 4-Port Extender kit.
Table -1 Troubleshooting tips
Problem
The USB device is attached but not functioning.
The USB device is attached but not functioning.
Power LED on transmitter is off.
Power LED on transmitter and receiver is off.
Cause
• The USB device requires drivers that were not installed.
• The USB device does not support USB hubs.
• The USB device might be failed.
• An over current condition has occurred because the USB device is drawing more than
500mA (USB spec.).
The operating systems may pop up to indicate an issue.
• The Cat. 5 cable connecting the transmitter and receiver is faulty.
• The receiver is not powered.
• The transmitter is not powered.
• The link cable failed or is damaged.
• The extender is not working.
Solution
1. Install the required USB device driver on the computer operating system before plug in the
USB device to the receiver. Access your USB device’s manufacturer’s Web site for detail info.
2. In the Universal Serial Bus (USB) controllers section of Device Manager, check if the USB device is listed.
1. Unplug the power adapter from the receiver, wait approximately 30 seconds; plug the power adapter into receiver again.
2. If over current keeps occurring, either the USB device may use more power than the USB specification, or the USB device may be damaged.
3. Consult your USB device documentation and plug into your USB device with the required power adapter.
1. Make sure the Cat.5 cable is good.
2. Try to use a different Cat.5 cable to connect transmitter and receiver.
3. Check power adapter on the receiver
1. Confirm that the host PC is on and providing power to the transmitter.
2. Make sure the supplied AC power adapter is properly connected to the receiver.
3. Make sure the Cat5 cabling between transmitter and receiver is properly installed or replace the link cable.
4. Check that the power adapter is connected and working.
If you still cannot diagnose the problem, please call MuxLab Customer Technical Support at
877-689-5228 (toll-free in North America) or (+1) 514-905-0588 (International).
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Regulatory Compliance
Disclaimer
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer does not make any representations or warranties (implied or otherwise) regarding the accuracy and completeness of this document and shall in no event be liable for any loss of profit or any other commercial damage, including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or other damages.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or information recording and retrieval systems without the express written permission of the manufacturer.
All brand names and product names used in this document are trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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2321 Rue Cohen, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. H4R 2N7
Tel: (514) 905-0588 Fax: (514) 905-0589
Toll Free (North America): (877) 689-5228
E-mail: [email protected]
URL: www.muxlab.com
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