USB Ranger 2224 Multimode Fiber Extender

The USB Ranger® 2224 is a four port USB 2.0 high speed extension solution, enabling USB 2.0 connections at up to 480Mbps over 500m/1640ft of multimode fiber optics. The Ranger 2224 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 2224, 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 2224 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 2224 replaces the Ranger 442 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 500m/1640ft Multimode 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 500m 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.
• AC power adapter at remote unit provides standard 500mA to each USB port.
• Power adapter at local unit is not required for normal operation.
• Ideal for a wide variety of USB devices, from printers, scanners, hard drives, and audio devices, to touch screens, web cams, and game controllers.

Applications

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