USB 3.0 Spectra 3022 ™ 2-Port USB 3.
Thank you for purchasing the USB 3.0 Spectra™ 3022. Please read this guide thoroughly. This document applies to Part Numbers: 00-00327, 00-00328, 00-00329, and 00-00330. FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contents Introduction..............................................................................................................3 Spectra 3022 Product Contents...................................................................................................... 3 Features................................................................................................................................................... 3 The LEX Unit...........................................................................
Introduction This guide provides product information for the Spectra 3022, installation instructions, troubleshooting guidelines, and instructions for contacting Icron regarding technical support and warranty information. The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation procedures, familiarity with cabling requirements, and some understanding of USB devices. note NOTE: Notes provide additional information that could be useful.
The LEX Unit The Local Extender (LEX) unit connects to the computer using a standard USB 3.0 cable. Power for this unit is provided by the USB on the host computer. Front View Rear View ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION Power ON Unit is powered properly. Power OFF Unit is not powered or not powered properly. Status Blinking (1Hz) Waiting for connection to REX. Status ON LEX/REX are linked and operating normally. Status OFF Fault detected; power cycle required.
The REX Unit The Remote Extender (REX) unit provides USB Type A ports for USB 3.0 devices. The REX unit allows you to connect up to two USB 3.0 devices directly. The REX unit is powered by an external AC adapter and can supply up to 900mA to each USB port. Front View Front View Rear View Rear View ITEM TYPE DESCRIPTION USB 3.0 Type A ports Used to connect USB 3.0 device(s) to the REX unit. Ports accept locking or non-locking USB 3.0 Type A connectors. Power ON Unit is powered properly.
Installation Guide Example Application USB 3.0 Camera USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 up to 100m over multimode fiber Computer & Monitor LEX REX Assembly Line Requirements To complete installation of the Spectra 3022, you will also require the following items that are not included with the product: • USB 3.0 compatible computer (host computer) with a USB 3.0 compliant operating system • USB 3.
Installing the Spectra 3022 System Preparing Your Site Before you can install the Spectra 3022, you need to prepare your site: 1. 2. 3. Determine where the computer is to be located and set up the computer. Determine where you want to locate the USB device(s). Ensure fiber optic cabling is in place, prepared, properly terminated, and within the maximum distances as defined for the cabling standard used. Preparing Your Computer The Spectra 3022 does not support suspend modes of operation.
For each of the plans listed: a. Click on Change Plan Settings 2. Select “Never” for “Put the computer to sleep” for all the configurations presented. a. Click Change advanced power settings.
3. b. Expand “USB settings” c. Expand “USB selective suspend setting” Select “Disabled”. OS X To disable “suspend” settings on your computer: 1. Open System Preferences and select Energy Saver.
2. For both Battery and Power Adapter power settings, move slider bar to “Never” for “Computer Sleep”. 3. In the popup warning window, click OK.
Connecting a USB 3.0 Device 1. 2. 3. Install any software required to operate the USB device(s). Refer to the documentation for the USB device(s), as required. Connect the USB device to the device port on the REX unit. If you are using a USB3 Vision compliant locking USB cable, then you can use the locking knobs to lock the cable to the port on the REX. Check that the device is detected and installed properly in the operating system. Installing the REX Unit 1. 2. 3.
Checking the Installation 1. On the LEX and REX units, check that the Power, Status, and Host LEDs are on and solid. If the Host or Status LEDs are permanently off, then the cabling between the LEX and REX unit may not be installed properly or is defective. 2. For Windows users, open Device Manager to confirm that the Spectra 3022 has installed correctly. Expand the entry for Universal Serial Bus controllers by clicking the + sign.
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 All LEDs on LEX unit are off. CAUSE • The LEX unit is not receiving power from the USB port or the (optional) LEX AC adapter. SOLUTION 1.
PROBLEM Host LED on LEX/ REX units are off. CAUSE • The host computer is not powered on. SOLUTION 1. Disconnect all USB devices from the REX unit. 2. Disconnect the LEX unit from the computer. • The LEX unit is not connected to the computer (when used with the optional LEX AC adapter). 3. Disconnect the REX unit from the AC power adapter. 4. Reconnect the LEX unit to the computer. • The Spectra 3022 is malfunctioning. 5. Reconnect the REX unit to the AC power adapter. 6.
Contacting Technical Support If you are experiencing problems not referenced in the Troublehooting section, you may contact Icron Technical Support at icron.com/support. Warranty Information Limited Hardware Warranty Icron Technologies Corporation warrants that any hardware products accompanying this documentation shall be free from significant defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase.
Obtaining Warranty Service To obtain warranty service, you must first contact Icron Technologies Corporation within the warranty period for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. Icron Technologies Corporation will not accept returns without an authorized RMA number. Be sure you have the serial numbers of the local extender and remote extender before calling. Package the product appropriately for safe shipment and mark the RMA number on the outside of the package.
Technical Glossary USB Connectors USB cables have two classes of connectors. The Type A connectors are used to connect the cable from a USB device to a Type A port on a computer or hub. The Type B connectors are used to attach the USB cable from a USB host to a USB device or hub. There are full-sized, mini, and micro variants of both type A and B connectors. USB 3.0 introduces changes to the connectors. USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 Type A connectors are the same shape and size and are compatible with each other.
Specifications Range Up to 100m (330 ft) USB Device Support & Throughputs USB 3.0 up to 5Gbps USB Host Support xHCI controllers (Intel, AMD, Renesas (NEC), Fresco, AsMedia) AC Adapters 100-240V AC Input, 5V DC Output, Locking Power Available to USB Device at REX 900mA for each USB Port Enclosure Material Anodized Aluminum LOCAL EXTENDER (LEX) USB Connector 1 x USB 3.0 Type B Locking Receptacle Link Connectors 1 x Duplex LC Connector Dimensions 100mm x 76mm x 26mm (3.94” x 2.99” x 1.
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