User Guide USB for Pro A/V Series User Manual USB Extenders Twisted Pair Extender for USB Peripherals 68-1719-01 Rev.
Precautions Safety Instructions • English Warning This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The third (grounding) pin is a safety feature, do not attempt to bypass or disable it.
FCC Class A Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Contents Introduction ............................................ 1 Reference Information........................... 13 About this User Guide...................................... 1 About the USB Extender Tx/Rx.......................... 2 TP Cable Advantages........................................ 3 Features............................................................ 3 Specifications.................................................. 13 Part Numbers and Accessories.........................
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Introduction This section provides an overview of the guide and the product. The following topics are discussed: • About this User Guide • About the USB Extender Tx/Rx • TP Cable Advantages • Features About this User Guide This user guide contains information to install, configure, and operate the Extron Electronics USB Extender Tx/Rx, USB Extender AAP Tx/Rx, and the USB Extender D (Decora®) Tx/Rx transmitter and receiver. Additional information can be found on the Extron Electronics website at www.
About the USB Extender Tx/Rx The USB Extender Tx/Rx is a family of USB transmitters and receivers in enclosures supporting a variety of mounting options. A transmitter and receiver extend the distance of USB data over a single Category (CAT) 5 (or better) unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cable. The USB signals can be transmitted up to 450 feet (135 m) using these cables.
TP Cable Advantages Twisted pair cable is much smaller, lighter, more flexible, and less expensive than USB cable. These transmitter and receiver twisted pair (TP) products make cable runs simpler and less cumbersome. Termination of the cable with RJ-45 connectors is simple, quick, and economical. NOTE: The transmitter and receiver pair work with unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but to ensure FCC Class A and CE compliance, STP cables are required.
Installation and Operation This section provides the following details: • Installation Overview • Mounting Options Overview • Connections • Operation • Troubleshooting Installation Overview Install and set up the USB Extender series as follows: 1. Shut off power to all devices that will be directly connected to the USB Extender transmitter or receiver. 2. Choose a location and mount the transmitter and receiver. • If rack mounting, fasten the cabinet to the rack.
Mounting Options Overview The 3 inches deep, 1 inch high, quarter rack width USB Extender transmitters and receivers can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, or mounted under a desk or tabletop. The receiver can be mounted on a projector bracket. The USB Extender AAPs can be wall or floor mounted in two-gang, 2.5 inch deep boxes. The Decora series can be mounted in a single-gang, 2.5 inch deep wall box. Mounting details are included in Mounting the USB Extender in the reference section.
Connections Transmitter Rear Panel The Tx rear panel has the following connections. HOST POWER 12V 0.4A MAX. DO NOT CONNECT TO LAN LINK Rack Mount 0.4A MAX. b LINK 12V POWER a DO NOT CONNECT TO LAN c DO NOT CONNECT TO LAN c a AAP LINK POWER 12V 0.4A MAX Decora Figure 3. Transmitter (Tx) Rear Panel Connectors a Power input connector — Connect an external power supply to this 2-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw connector.
Receiver Rear Panel The Rx (receiver) rear panel (see figure 4) has a DC power input, twisted pair link connection and also has four female USB Type A hub connectors. AAP and Decora receivers have the hub connectors on the front panel. HUB POWER 12V 1.0A MAX. LINK Rack Mount 3 4 f DO NOT CONNECT TO LAN e 2.0A MAX. e LINK 12V POWER d 1 DO NOT CONNECT 2 TO LAN d DO NOT CONNECT TO LAN LINK POWER 12V -.-A MAX Decora AAP Figure 4.
Operation Transmitter Front Panel Indicators The transmitters have three LED indicators on the front panel. The AAP and Decora transmitters also include a female USB mini-type B port. ACTIVITY LINK HOST USB EXTENDER Tx g h HOST i ACTIVITY LINK HOST g b h i HOST ACTIVITY LINK HOST USB EXTENDER AAP Tx g b h i Figure 5.
Receiver Front Panel Indicators All receivers have a power, link, and host indicator LED on the front panel (similar to the transmitters) and also have four LEDs associated with the four USB hub ports. In addition, the front panel of the USB Extender Rx AAP and Decora includes four female Type A USB ports. ACTIVITY LINK HOST 1 3 2 4 USB EXTENDER Rx j k l m f HUB 1 3 2 4 ACTIVITY LINK HOST 1 3 2 4 USB EXTENDER AAP Rx j f j l m k ACTIVITY 1 2 HOST 3 4 LINK l m k Figure 6.
Cabling and Setup To ensure proper operation, the transmitter, receiver, USB host, and USB peripherals must be connected properly and in the sequence described below. Connections are the same regardless of which models (Extender, Extender AAP or Decora) are being installed. NOTE: If the USB host is capable of powering the transmitter (0.4 A maximum), the external supply for the transmitter is not required.
If a host PC or laptop powers the transmitter: UTP or STP CAT5 or better cable. Terminate both ends identically, in accordance with either the TIA/EIA T 568A or the TIA/EIA T 568B wiring standard. PC (USB Host) USB USB Transmitter POWER 12V 0.4A MAX. Keyboard (Peripheral) Receiver HOST HUB POWER 12V 1.0A MAX. DO NOT CONNECT TO LAN LINK USB Host Provides Power. LINK 1 3 DO NOT CONNECT 2 TO LAN 4 Four USB 2.
System Operation No drivers are required for a host to function with the USB Extenders. The transmitter is detected by Windows and appropriate USB drivers are loaded. Certain USB peripherals, such as gaming keyboards, USB interactive whiteboards, scanners, printers, and similar devices, require specific drivers to be installed on the PC. See the USB device installation instructions or the peripheral manufacturer website to obtain drivers.
Reference Information This section provides information on the following subjects: • Specifications • Part Numbers and Accessories • TP Cable Termination • Mounting the USB Extender Specifications USB USB standards �������������������������������� USB 2.0, USB 1.1, USB 1.0 compatible USB data rates �������������������������������� Low speed (1.
Cooling USB Extender Tx/Rx ������������������ Convection, no vents USB Extender AAP Tx/Rx, USB Extender D Tx/Rx Convection, vents on top Mounting Rack mount USB Extender Tx/Rx ������������ Yes, with optional rack shelf or rack mounting brackets USB Extender AAP Tx/Rx, USB Extender D Tx/Rx No Furniture or wall mount USB Extender Tx/Rx ������������ Yes, with optional mounting kits USB Extender AAP Tx/Rx ���� Yes, with optional mounting frame or Extron product with AAP openings USB Extender D Tx/Rx ��������� W
Part Numbers and Accessories Included Parts These items are included in each order for a USB Extender Tx or Rx: Description Part number USB Extender Tx transmitter -orUSB Extender Rx receiver 60-871-12 60-871-22 USB Extender AAP Tx transmitter, black white 60-870-12 60-870-13 USB Extender AAP Rx receiver, black white 60-870-22 60-870-23 USB Extender Decora Tx transmitter, white 60-1252-13 USB Extender Decora Rx receiver, white 60-1252-23 USB Extender Set up Guide 12 VDC, external power s
TP Cable Termination NOTES: • RJ-45 termination with CAT 5, CAT 5e, CAT 6, CAT 6e, and CAT 7 cable must comply with the TIA/EIA T 568A or TIA/EIA T 568B wiring standard for all connections. • The transmitter and receiver pair work with unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but to ensure FCC Class A and CE compliance, STP cables are required. • Terminate both ends of the cable identically, in accordance with either the TIA/EIA T 568A or the TIA/EIA T 568B wiring standard.
Mounting the USB Extender CAUTION: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only. The three inch deep, one inch high, quarter rack width USB Extender transmitters and receivers can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, or mounted under a desk or tabletop. The receiver can be mounted on a projector bracket. Consult the individual mounting kits for installation instructions.
Under-furniture Mounting The unit can be mounted under a horizontal surface using an optional MBU 123, Under‑Desk Mount Kit for one-eight and quarter rack width products, (part number 70-212-01). To mount the USB Extenders follow the instructions provided with the mounting kit. Through-furniture Mounting The transmitter or receiver can be mounted through a desk or other furniture using an optional Extron MBD 129, Through‑Desk Mounting Kit for quarter or half rack width products, part number 70-077-02.
Wall mounting The USB Extender AAP and Decora transmitter and receiver can be installed in an electrical wall box. The installation must conform to national and local electrical codes and to the wall plate size requirements. The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of the wall mount transmitters and receivers into a wall or furniture. 1. Do not connect these units to a centralized DC power source or use beyond their rated voltage range. 2.
Extron Warranty Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase.
