CrystalLink USB 3.0

Fiber Extender - USB 3.0

  • Extend USB 3.0 devices up to 330 feet over multi-mode fiber optic cable
  • Industrial locking interconnectors for USB and power
  • Integrated 2 port USB hub
  • Uses one duplex LC multi-mode fiber

Typical Application

CrystalLink USB 3.0 application

Overview

The CrystalLink USB 3.0 extender is a professional and industrial grade extender, ideally suited for the remote and secure operation of advanced digital USB 3.0 cameras. Other USB 3.0 devices can be remotely located using the CrystalLink USB 3.0 extender, at a distance of up to 50 meters.

The extender must be connected to a USB 3.0 host port and the camera or other remote devices must be USB 3.0 compliant.

The Receiver unit features an integrated 2-port USB 3.0 hub for simultaneous operation of 2 remotely located USB devices. These devices can be connected and locked to the Receiver unit using USB 3.0 Vision type locking connectors. The power connectors on the product are also secure locking type.

The unique design of the CrystalLink USB 3.0 compliments the latest digital camera technology and has the flexibility to support other USB 3.0 peripherals. This makes it ideally suited for a number of applications, including industrial control areas, connecting cameras for security and monitoring systems, post production editing, broadcast applications, storage retrieval, medical monitoring, and more.

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
One external adapter, +5V DC, 3A, 15W
Distance Multi-mode fiber: (50µ) OM3
USB Camera: 330' (100m)
Other USB devices: 165' (50m)
Connectors Transmitter:
USB host: USB 3.0 Type B Locking Receptacle
Link: Duplex LC fiber jack
Power: Locking barrel jack (used if USB 3.0 host hasn't enough power)
Receiver:
USB device: 2 x USB 3.0 Type A Locking Receptacles, 900ma each port
Link: Duplex LC fiber jack
Power: Locking barrel jack
Controls Unit power: Blue LED
Link status: Green LED
Host status: Green LED
Environment Operating temperature: 32°F–104°F (0°C–40°C)
Storage temperature: -4°F–158°F (-20°C–70°C)
Relative humidity: 20%–80%, non-condensing

Part numbers

Product Part Number Description
CLK-2U3FM-100M USB 3.0 Fiber Extender, complete kit. transmitter, receiver, and power adapter