USB Ranger® 2224 Fiber Optic USB 2.
Thank you for purchasing the USB Ranger® 2224. Please read this guide thoroughly. This document applies to Part Numbers: 00-00260, 00-00261, 00-00262, and 00-00263. 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.
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Introduction 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. CAUTION: Cautions provide important information about an operational requirement. Ranger 2224 Product Contents Your Ranger 2224 is packaged with: • LEX unit (Local Extender) • REX unit (Remote Extender) • REX AC power adapter (1) • USB 2.
The 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. Front View 1 2 3 4 Rear View 5 6 ITEM TYPE 7 8 DESCRIPTION 1 Power LED (Blue) LED turns on when power is supplied. Off when no power is supplied. 2 Link LED (Green) Indicates a valid ExtremeUSB® link is established between the LEX and REX. 3 Host LED (Green) Indicates that the Ranger 2224 system is properly enumerated on the host PC.
The REX Unit The 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. Front View 1 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 Rear View 7 8 ITEM 1 9 TYPE DESCRIPTION 1 Device Port (USB Type A) Accepts USB device(s).
Installation guide USB extension up to 500m over fiber optic cable Fiber Optic Link Cabling The LEX and REX units are interconnected by up to 500 meters of fiber optic cabling. Two strands of 50/125μm (500m) MMF or 62.5/125μm (275m) MMF cabling are required. The cabling subsystem must provide a duplex connection with crossover, and must be terminated with Duplex LC connectors at both ends. Installing the Ranger 2224 System Before you can install the Ranger 2224, you need to prepare your site: 1. 2. 3.
Connecting the LEX unit to the REX unit note To ensure proper operation, the maximum length of the fiber optic cable, including patch cords, must not exceed 500 meters. The cabling must provide a duplex connection with crossover and must be terminated with Duplex LC connectors at both ends. With Surface Cabling 1. 2. Plug one end of the fiber optic cabling (not included) into the Link port on the LEX unit. Plug the other end of the fiber optic cabling into the Link port on the REX unit.
Connecting a USB 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. Check that the device is detected and installed properly in the operating system. Compatibility The Ranger 2224 complies with USB1.1 and USB 2.0 specifications governing the design of USB devices.
PROBLEM Link LED on LEX/ REX units are on, 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 computer does not support USB hubs. 5.
USB device is attached to REX USB port but REX device LED is off. • A USB device must have the 1. Install the required USB device driver on the appropriate driver installed on computer operating system prior to attaching the the computer operating system. USB device to the REX unit. Please see your USB device manufacturer’s website for details. 2. Consult your USB device documentation and power your USB device with the additional, USB device manufacturer supplied, power supply (if available).
Frequently Asked Questions Please visit Icron’s website for answers to FAQs: http://www.icron.com/products/usb/faq.php Specifications Range 1640 feet (500 meters) over 50/125μm MMF 902 feet (275 meters) over 62.5/125μm MMF USB device support High-speed devices (480 Mb/s) (USB 2.0) Full speed devices (12 Mb/s) (USB 2.0 & 1.1) Low speed devices (1.5 Mb/s) (USB 2.0 & 1.1) USB hub support Any single chain can include up to 3 USB hubs plus one Ranger 2224. USB host support EHCI (USB 2.
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 one year from the date of purchase. Icron Technologies Corporation’s hardware warranty extends to Licensee, its customers and end users.
Obtaining Warranty Service To obtain warranty service, you must 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 LEX unit and REX unit before calling. Package the product appropriately for safe shipment and mark the RMA number on the outside of the package.
Technical Glossary USB Cables USB cables have two distinct connectors. The Type A connector is used to connect the cable from a USB device to the Type A port on a computer or hub. The Type B connector is used to attach the USB cable to a USB device. USB Type A port USB Type B port USB Type A connector USB Type B connector Duplex LC Crossover When a crossover fiber-optic cable is called for, the cable has the transmit signal on one end connected to the receive signal at the other end.
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