Gefen EXT-USB-400FON user manual Introduction, Gefen USB 400 FO, How It Works, Applications

INTRODUCTION

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The Gefen USB 400 FO

The USB 400 FO Extender supports all USB 2.0 devices, extending to 1640 feet (500 meters) away from the USB source using 50/125μm multi-mode fiber, or 900 feet (275 meters) using a 62.5/125 μm multi-mode fiber. The receiver end is also a four USB 2.0 hub.

By using fiber optic cables, the USB 400 FO extends a long distance from the location of a computer. It provides an EMI-free solution for using USB at remote locations.

How It Works

The USB 400 FO sender unit is connected to the source using the supplied USB short cable. The USB peripheral(s) are connected to the receiver unit at the remote end. Two LC-terminated multi-mode fiber optic cables are used to link the sender to the receiver. The Receiver unit must be powered by a 5V DC power supply. The Sender unit is powered by the USB bus.

Applications

The USB 400 FO is invaluable for applications where complete control of devices is necessary when using USB when placing in restricted areas, such as medical facilities and oil rigs. The USB 400 FO will connect with any USB-compliant peripheral in all operating systems supporting USB 2.0.

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