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USB 2.0 LR
4-Port Extender
GTB-USB2.0-4LR
User Manual
www.gefentoolbox.com
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ASKING FOR ASSISTANCE Technical Support: Telephone (818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900 Fax (818) 772-9120 Technical Support Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (PST) Monday thru Friday Pacifi c Time. Write To: Gefen, LLC c/o Customer Service 20600 Nordhoff St Chatsworth, CA 91311 www.gefentoolbox.com support@gefentoolbox.com Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hard ware, packaging and any accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice. USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender is a
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 Features 4 Sender Panel Layout 5 Sender Panel Descriptions 6 Receiver Panel Layout 7 Receiver Panel Descriptions 8 Connecting And Operating The USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender 9 Troubleshooting 10 Network Cable Wiring Diagram 11 Wiring Diagram 12 Specifi cations 13 Warranty
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the GefenToolBox USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. About Gefen We specialize in total integration for your home theater, while also focusing on going above and beyond customer expectations to ensure you get the most from your hardware. We invite you to explore our distinct product line. Please visit http://www.gefen.com for the latest offerings in High-Defi nition signal solutions or call us betwee
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OPERATION NOTES READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE USB 2.0 LR 4-PORT EXTENDER • Use industry standard CAT-5, CAT-5e or CAT-6. Gefen recommends using solid core cabling for maximum performance. • The USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender is backward-compatible with USB 1.1. • The USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender can extend USB a maximum of 330 ft (100 m) • Use only the AC adapter supplied with the USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender. Use of substitute adapters may cause permanent damage to the system an
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FEATURES Features • Extends USB 2.0 up to 330 feet (100 meters) • Supports 480 Mbps using USB 2.0 • Backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices • Receiver supports up to four (4) USB devices • Uses industry-standard CAT-5, CAT-5e, or CAT-6 cable • Plug-and-Play • Works with PC and Mac computers • Energy Star compliant • Locking Power Connectors Package Includes (1) GefenToolBox USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender - Sender Unit (1) GefenToolBox USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender - Receiver Unit (1) 6 ft. USB cable (
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SENDER UNIT LAYOUT Front Panel 1 2 3 Top Panel 4 4
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SENDER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS 1 USB Input Port Connect the USB host device to this port. 2 Host Connection Indicator This LED will turn bright green once the host USB device has been connected. to the Sender Unit. 3 CAT-5 Output Jack Connects the Sender Unit to the Receiver Unit using CAT-5 cabling. 4 5V DC Locking Power Connector This receptacle can be used to connect an additional 5V DC locking power supply (sold separately) if the host computer does not provide enough power for operation. Norma
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RECEIVER UNIT LAYOUT Front Panel 1 2 3 4 Top Panel 5 6
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RECEIVER UNIT DESCRIPTIONS 1 USB Output Port (1 - 4) Connect the USB devices to these ports. 2 USB Connection Indicators (1 - 4) These LEDs will turn bright green when a USB device has been connected. 3 CAT-5 Input Jack Connects the Receiver Unit to the Sender Unit using CAT-5 cabling. 4 Host Connection Indicator This LED will turn bright green once the host USB device has been connected to the Sender Unit. The Receiver Unit must also be connected to the Sender Unit. 5 5V DC Locking Power Con
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE USB 2.0 LR 4-PORT EXTENDER How to Connect the USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender 1. Connect the USB source to the USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender Sender Unit using the supplied USB cable. 2. Connect up to four USB devices to the USB 2.0 LR 4-Port Extender Receiver Unit. NOTE: Powered USB hubs may be connected to these ports up to a maximum connection of 14 USB peripherals (including hubs). Overall speed and power is divided among the active devices. 3. Connect the USB 2.0 LR
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TROUBLESHOOTING Using the LED Indicators Power LED The power LED indicators should be active once the included 5V DC power supply has been properly connected between the Receiver unit and an open wall power socket. A non-active LED can indicate a power problem. If the host device is not providing enough power to the Sender Unit, an additional power supply will need to be purchased from Gefen. Contact Gefen Technical Support for assistance. Host LED The host LED indicators should be active o
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NETWORK CABLE WIRING DIAGRAM Gefen recommends the TIA/EIA-568-B wiring option. Please adhere to the table below when fi eld terminating cable for use with Gefen products. Pin Color 1 Orange / White 2 Orange 3 Green / White 4 Blue 5 Blue / White 6 Green 7 Brown / White 8 Brown 12345678 CAT-5, CAT-5e, and CAT-6 cabling comes in stranded and solid core types. Gefen recommends using solid core cabling. CAT-6 cable is also recommended. It is recommended to use one continuous run from one end to th
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SPECIFICATIONS USB 2.0 Speed ....................................................................................... 480 Mbps USB Connector (Sender Unit) ..................................................................... Type B USB Connectors (Receiver Unit) ........................................................... (4) Type A Link Connectors (Sender Unit / Receiver Unit) ............................................. RJ-45 Power Supply .......................................................
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WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notifi ed within two (2) years from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifi cations. Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of part
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Rev A4 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefen.com support@gefen.com Pb This product uses UL listed power supplies.