A quick look at the usb 3 extenders, The local (rx) extender – Vaddio USB 3 Extenders User Manual
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A Quick Look at the USB 3 Extenders
The local (receiver) and remote (transmitter) extenders look similar, but are not interchangeable. They use
different power supplies as well. Please take the time to identify each part correctly.
The Local (Rx) Extender
The local (receiver) extender connects to the computer using a standard USB 3.1 cable. Power for this unit is
provided by the included 24V 1A adapter.
Front View
Rear View
ITEM
TYPE
DESCRIPTION
1
Power LED
ON when DC is supplied to the extender unit. OFF when no power is supplied by
the AC Adapter.
2
Mode
Reserved for manufacturer use.
3
Config
Reserved for manufacturer use.
4
Status LED
ON when system is functioning normally. BLINKS when system is booting. BLINKS in
unison with the LINK, USB 2, and USB 3 LEDs to indicate a temperature warning.
5
Link LED
ON when Local Extender is linked to an opposite Remote Extender. OFF when
there is no connection between the Local and Remote Extenders.
6
USB 2 LED
ON when an active USB 2 connection is established through the extender system.
BLINKS when the USB 2 connection is suspended/asleep. OFF when no USB 2
connection is detected.
7
USB 3 LED
ON when an active USB 3 connection is established through the extender system.
BLINKS when the USB 3 connection is suspended/asleep. OFF when no USB 3
connection is detected.
8
LAN Port (100/1000
Mbps)
Ethernet pass through channel connects to a network or Ethernet device.
9
Link Port (RJ45)
Accepts RJ45 connector for Cat-6/Cat-7 cabling to connect the Local Extender to
the Remote Extender.
10
USB Host Port
USB 3 Type B receptacle used to connect Local Extender to USB 3 Host computer.
11
DC Power Port
Locking connector for the included power adapter – accepts 24VDC 1A.