CrystalLink USB 2.0 Fiber

Fiber Extender - USB 2.0

  • Extends USB 2.0 to 1,640' (500m) over multi-mode cable and to 33,000' (10km) over single-mode cable
  • Four remote high speed USB 2.0 device ports supplying 500ma power
  • USB 2.0 throughput of up to 480 Mbps
  • Use USB keyboards, mice, printers, scanners, flash drives, audio devices, touch screens, web cams, game controllers, and others

Typical Application

CrystalLink USB 2.0 Fiber application

Overview

CrystalLink USB Fiber is an ideal extender for all USB devices. The extension of USB signals is accomplished with the installation of standard single-mode or multi-mode fiber cable. You can fully operate and control all of your USB devices from as far away as 6 miles using single-mode fiber cable. There are several reasons to deploy your USB device at remote locations. You can increase desk and floor space, prevent theft, avoid hazards, centralize power, heating, and cooling, and many more possibilities.

If additional USB devices are needed, USB hubs can be attached to the receiver model to connect as many as 11 USB devices and 3 hubs. All USB devices are plug and play ready with CrystalLink USB Fiber. With a wide range of applications, it is ideal for use in industrial control areas, digital signage, connecting web cameras, USB device printing, and scanning and storage. It supports all major operating systems.

Specifications

Dimensions (W x D x H) 3.94" x 2.99" x 1.02" (100 x 76 x 26 mm)
Weight 0.9 lbs (0.4 kgs)
Power 100-240 VAC 50-60Hz
Two external adapters, +5V DC, 3A, 15W each
Distance Multi-mode fiber: (50µ) OM3: 1640' (500m)
Single-mode fiber: (9µ): 33,000' (10km)
Connectors Transmitter:
USB host: USB Type B
Link: Duplex LC fiber jack
Power: Barrel jack
Receiver:
USB device: Four USB Type A, 500ma each
Link: Duplex LC fiber jack
Power: Barrel jack
Controls Unit power: Blue LED
Link status: Green LED
Host status: Green LED
Activity: Amber LED
Environment Operating temperature: 32°F–122°F (0°C–50°C)
Storage temperature: -4°F–158°F (-20°C–70°C)
Relative humidity: 20%–80%, non-condensing

Part numbers

Kits (transmitter, receiver, and power supply)
Product Part Number Description
CLK-4U2FS-10KM USB 2.0 Extender, single-mode fiber, 33.000' (10km)
CLK-4U2FM-500M USB 2.0 Extender, 4 port CAT5, 1,640' (500m)