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4-Port USB 2.0 Extender Over Single CAT5E/6/7 up to 260ft (TAA Compliant)

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Overview

The BG-USB-MR80 is a USB 2.0 extender. This unit allows USB devices to be extended at distances up to 80 meters (264 feet) over a single category cable with transfer speeds up to 480Mb/s.

The transmitter connects to the computer while the receiver connects to USB peripheral devices such as printers, cameras, and storage devices. The receiver features a 4-port USB hub to allow connection for multiple devices.

The hot plug feature allows users to add or remove devices without rebooting while the plug and play connectivity keeps setup easy, eliminating the need to install any drivers.

 TAA COMPLIANT PRODUCT.
 This product meets the standards of the Trade Agreement Act (TAA).
 You can find all BZBGEAR TAA Compliant Products on this page.

Features

  • Plug and Play
    No drivers needed
  • USB 2.0
    480Mb/s transfer speed
  • Distance
    Extends USB 2.0 signal up to 264 feet
  • Hot Plug
    Add or remove devices without rebooting
  • USB Hub
    Share connection with up to four devices
  • Rigid Design
    Metal housing for extra durability
  • Dipswitches to control signal strength
  • Connect up to 4 devices to a computer up to 264ft away
  • RJ45 - Uses a single standard category cable

Tech Specifications

Technical    
Role of usage Transmitter [TX] Receiver [RX]
Input 1x USB (Type B) 1x RJ-45
Output 1x RJ-45 4x USB (Type A)
Dip Switch Signal level equalization Signal level equalization
USB compliance USB 2.0 high speed compliant
Bandwidth Up to 480 Mbit/s
USB over UTP transmission Up to 264feet (80 meters)
Signal Equalization 2-pin dip switch at TX & RX
ESD protection [1] Human body model — ±19kV [air-gap discharge] & ±12kV [contact discharge] [2] Core chipset — ±8kV
PCB Stack-up 4-layer board [impedance control — differential 100W; single 50W]
USB connector USB 2.0 Type A & B (High-Speed USB)
RJ-45 connector WE/SS 8P8C with 2 LED indicators
Mechanical
Housing Metal case
Dimensions [L x W x H] Model 3.8" x 2.1" x 1" [97 x 54 x 27mm] 3.8" x 2.1" x 1" [97 x 54 x 27mm]
Package 10.3" x 6.7" x 3" [264 x 170 x 77mm]
Weight Model 3.8oz [108g] 3.5oz [99g]
Package 8oz [226g] 7.6oz [217g]
Power supply Via USB 5V 2A DC
Power consumption 2 Watts [max] 4 Watts [max]
Operation temperature 32~104°F / 0~40°C
Storage temperature -4~140°F / -20~60°C
Relative humidity 20~90% RH [no condensation]

PACKAGE CONTENTS

  • 1x BG-USB-MR80
  • 1x 5V power adapter
  • 1x User Manual

Interfaces

  1. USB Type-B: Connect to a USB host device.
  2. 2-Pin Dip Switch: Use the dip switch to adjust equalization level to control transmission distances EQ1(strongest) - EQ3(weakest).
  3. USB 2.0 Type-A x2: Connect to USB 2.0 Devices.
  4. USB 2.0 Type-A x2: Connect to USB 2.0 Devices.
  5. 2-Pin Dip Switch: Use the dip switch to adjust equalization level to control transmission distances EQ1(strongest) - EQ3(weakest).
  6. RJ-45: Plug in a CAT-5/5e/6 cable that needs to be linked to the RJ-45 connector of the receiver.
  7. Power indicator: Illuminates green when the device is receiving power from the receiver unit.
  8. Signal indicator: Illuminates yellow when data is transmitted between devices.
  9. 5V DC power jack: Connect to the provided power supply.
  10. RJ-45: Plug in a CAT-5/5e/6 cable that needs to be linked to the RJ-45 connector of the transmitter.
  11. Power indicator: Illuminates green when the device is powered on.
  12. Signal indicator: Illuminates yellow when data is transmitted between devices.