USB Ranger 2244 Singlemode Fiber Extender

The USB Ranger® 2244 is a four port USB 2.0 high speed extension solution, enabling USB 2.0 connections at up to 480Mbps over 10km / 16.2 miles of singlemode fiber optics. The Ranger 2244 provides a remote four port USB 2.0 powered hub delivering standard 500mA power and supporting all USB device types, including Isochronous web cams.

The USB Ranger 2244, and the Ranger 2200 family of products are powered by ExtremeUSB®, enabled by Icron’s LionsGate™ USB Extension ASIC. ExtremeUSB® provides true USB 2.0 extension at up to 480Mbps over a variety of media, without the need of additional software drivers. A true plug-and-play solution, the Ranger 2244 is compatible with all leading operating systems, and supports all USB device types from high-speed web cams, hard drives, printers, scanners, audio devices, touch screens, digital cameras and game controllers.

Ranger 2244 replaces the Ranger 444 fiber optic extender, adding support for USB 1.1 classic hosts and addressing the adverse operating environments ideal for ExtremeUSB®. The system is FCC Class B certified, meets EN-61000 16kV ESD immunity and is housed in a robust metal enclosure.

Product Highlights

• Hi-Speed USB 2.0 at up to 480Mbps over 10km/6.2 miles Singlemode Fiber
• Robust and durable: FCC Class B, 16kV ESD immunity
• True plug and play. No new software required

Product Features

• Powered by ExtremeUSB®. Long reach USB 2.0 enabled by Icron’s LionsGate™ USB 2.0 Extension ASIC.
• Extends USB 2.0 high-speed and USB 1.1 (low-speed, full speed) devices up to 10km over fiber optics.
• Supports all USB device types: Control, Interrupt, Bulk and Isochronous at up to 480Mbps.
• Operates with USB 2.0 high-speed host controllers and USB 1.1 classic hosts.
• True plug and play, ready to operate right out of the box. No new driver installation required.
• Supports all major operating systems including Windows• ®, Mac OS®, and Linux®
• Integrated hub provides four remote USB 2.0 ports. Number of devices can be increased using additional USB hubs.
• Ideal for a wide variety of USB devices, from printers, scanners, hard drives, and audio devices, to touch screens, web cams, and game controllers.
• AC power adapter at remote unit provides standard 500mA to each USB port.
• Power adapter at local unit is not required for normal operation.

Applications

• Industrial Control
• KVM Extension
• Digital Signage
• Home Network Integration
• Medical Device Connectivity
• Security: web camera, access control
• USB Device Sharing: print, scan, storage.