FOX T/R USB Extender Plus • Setup Guide
The FOX T/R USB Extender Plus is a USB transmitter and receiver pair that extends USB signals
over ber optic cabling. It is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, 1.1, and 1.0 devices with transfer
data rates up to 480 Mbps. It features peripheral emulation, an active four-port hub that supplies 5 Volts, 500 mA per port,
and real-time system monitoring. It is also compatible with Extron FOX matrix switchers for signal distribution systems up to
1000x1000 and larger. The FOX T/R USB Extender Plus units are housed in quarter rack wide, 6 inches (15 cm) deep, 1 inch
(2.5 cm) high metal enclosures.
The transmitter and receiver are available in two versions, differentiated by the type of ber optic cable, multimode or singlemode,
that denes their effective range of transmission:
• Singlemode — Very long distance, up to 30 kilometers (18.6 miles)
• Multimode — Long distance, up to 2 kilometers (6,561 feet)
NOTE: The multimode and singlemode units are physically and functionally identical, with the exception of the effective
range of transmission. In this guide, all instructions apply to either transmission mode unless otherwise specified.
This guide provides basic instructions for an experienced installer to set up and operate the ber optic Extron FOX T/R USB
Extender Plus transmitter and receiver.
Installation
WARNING: These units output continuous invisible light, which may be harmful to the eyes. Use with caution. For additional
safety, plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the ber optic cable is unplugged.
AVERTISSEMENT : Ces unités émettent une lumière invisible en continu (conforme à la classe1) qui peut être dangereux
pour les yeux, à utiliser avec précaution. Branchez la protection contre la poussière dans l’ensemble émetteur/récepteur
lorsque le câble bre optique est débranché.
ATTENTION:
• Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.
• L’installation et l’entretien doivent être effectués uniquement par un électricien qualié.
Connecting Cables
For proper operation, the transmitter, receiver, USB host, and peripherals must be connected properly as shown in gure 1 and
described in the procedure on the next page.
USB
USB
HOST
POWER
1.0A MAX
12V
1
2
3
4
OPTICAL
Rx
Tx
OPTICAL
Rx
Tx
OUTPUTS
POWER
1.0A MAX
12V
Keyboard
INPUT
Host
Computer
Four female USB 2.0 compatible type A
connectors provide +5 VDC at up to
500 mA to connected USB peripherals.
Transmitter Receiver
SM or MM Fiber Cable
Ground
+12 VDC
External
Power Supply
(12 VDC, 1 A )
G
G
Ground
+12 VDC
External
Po
wer Supply
(12 VDC,
1 A)
GG
NOTE:
If the USB host is capable of supplying power, a
transmitter power supply is not required. The
receiver must have a power supply connected.
1A MAX
100-240V 50-60Hz
1A MAX
100-240V 50-60Hz
Figure 1. Connecting Cables for the FOX T/R USB Extender Plus System
1
IMPORTANT:
Go to www.extron.com for the
complete user guide and installation
instructions befor
e connecting the
pr
oduct to the power sour
ce.
2
1. If desired, install the FOX T/R USB Extender Plus transmitter and receiver in a rack or under or through furniture, following the
instructions supplied with the optional mounting kit.
2. Power off the host computer and ensure that the transmitter, receiver, and all peripheral devices are powered off.
3. Connect the ber optic cable appropriate for your extender
model (singlemode or multimode) from the Tx port of the
transmitter LC SFP connector to the Rx port of the receiver.
4. Connect AC power to the provided external power supplies
and connect the power supply cables to the 2-pole captive
screw power connectors on the transmitter and receiver rear
panels. The Power LEDs (
A
) and Link LEDs (
E
) on both units
light to indicate a proper link cable connection between units.
5. Connect a USB type A-to-type B cable from the host computer
to the Input Host connector of the transmitter. The Host LEDs
(
C
) on both units begin to blink.
6. Connect up to four USB cables from peripheral devices (for
example, a keyboard, mouse, or web cam) to the receiver
Output Hub ports (the order of connection does not matter). As
soon as a peripheral device is connected, both Host LEDs (
C
)
light steadily. As each peripheral is connected, the Hub LED
(
D
) for its port lights when the device is detected.
NOTES:
• The FOX R USB Extender Plus can supply up to 0.5 A to each connected peripheral.
• The FOX T USB Extender Plus models are not compatible with the original FOX USB Extenders.
Connecting to a FOX Matrix Switcher
The FOX T/R USB Extender Plus can work with an Extron FOX
matrix switcher. Multiple transmitters and receivers can be
connected to switcher inputs and outputs that are tied together
(see the example at right). This enables you to switch a signal
from a transmitter to different receivers without disconnecting and
reconnecting the ber optic cable.
To route the USB signals through the switcher, follow the procedure
described above, substituting the following for step 3:
3. Connect one or more transmitters and receivers to the inputs
and outputs of the FOX matrix switcher as follows:
a. Connect a ber optic cable from the Tx port of the LC SFP
connector on the transmitter to an input on the FOX matrix
switcher.
b. Connect the Tx ports of one more receivers to switcher
outputs.
c. Tie the switcher input that is connected to the transmitter
to the outputs that are connected to the receivers (see the
switcher user guide to create ties between switcher inputs
and outputs).
d. If desired, repeat steps a through c to connect additional
transmitters and receivers to the switcher.
Operation
When the transmitter, receiver, switcher (if connected), and peripheral devices are powered up, the transmitter automatically
pairs with the receiver. Transmitters and receivers connected to switcher inputs and outputs that are tied together automatically
pair with each other. The system is now fully operational. If any problems occur, verify that the cables are routed and connected
properly. If problems persist, call Extron S3 Sales & Technical Support Hotline at the number shown below that is closest to you.
Extron Headquarters
+1.800.633.9876 (Inside USA/Canada Only)
Extron Asia
+65.6383.4400
Extron China
+86.21.3760.1568
Extron Korea
+82.2.3444.1571
Extron Europe
+31.33.453.4040
Extron Japan
+81.3.3511.7655
Extron Middle East
+971.4.2991800
Extron India
+91.80.3055.3777
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LINK
LINK
OPTICAL
RxTx
HDMI
AUDIO
OUTPUTS
REMOTE
RS-232
Tx Rx
RS-232
OVER FIBER
ALARM
Tx Rx 1 2
POWER
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FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus
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AUDIO
DVI-D INPUT
FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus
RS-232
OVER FIBER
ALARM
Tx Rx 1 2
12V
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FOXBOX Tx HDMI
OPTICAL
HDMI INPUT
AUDIO INPUT
RS-232
OVER FIBER
ALARM
Tx Rx 1 2
POWER
12V
1.0 A MAX
LINK
LINK
RxTx
ANAHEIM, CA
RESET
REMOTE
RS-232/RS-422
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BI-LEVEL
TRI-LEVEL
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100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.
100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.
REDUNDANT
PRIMARY
DISCONNECT BOTH POWER
CORDS BEFORE SERVICING
SWITCH
REFERENCE
PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY
REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY
1 - 8
9 - 16
17 - 24
25 - 32
OUT
IN
A
OUT
IN
D
OUT
IN
C
OUT
IN
B
OUT
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E
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H
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G
OUT
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F
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A
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D
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C
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B
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H
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G
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D
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C
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B
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E
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H
OUT
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G
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HOST
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12V
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OPTICAL
RxTx
HOST
POWER
12V
1.0A MAX
INPUT
OPTICAL
RxTx
HOST
POWER
12V
1.0A MAX
INPUT
OPTICAL
RxTx
1
2
3
4
OUTPUTS
OPTICAL
RxTx
POWER
12V
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Extron
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Fiber Optic Transmitter
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Fiber Optic Transmitter for USB Peripherals
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FOX T USB
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Fiber Optic Transmitter
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Fiber Optic Transmitter
PC
PC
PC
Extron
FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus
Fiber Optic Transmitter
Extron
FOX T USW 203
Fiber Optic Switcher
1
HUB
2
3
4
LINK
HOST
STATUS
FOX R USB EXTENDER Plus
FOX T USB EXTENDER Plus
LINK
HOST
STATUS
DD
AA
Receiver
Transmitter
EE
EE
CONFIG
CC
BB
CC
AA
CONFIG
BB
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