Network transmitter & receiver Icron USB Rover 2850

The Icron USB Rover 2850 is a compact network transmitter and receiver pair designed to extend USB connections over structured Cat 5 UTP cabling. Supplied as two separate units (Local Extender - LEX and Remote Extender - REX), the system enables connection of standard USB peripherals to a host computer over distances up to 85 m using solid core Cat 5 UTP cable. The USB Rover 2850 supports Full-Speed (12 Mbps) and Low-Speed (1.5 Mbps) USB devices and operates without the need to install drivers or additional software on the host or target devices. Certified to FCC Class B and CE standards and compliant with RoHS, the product is engineered for reliable performance in office, educational, and light industrial environments.

Advantages

The USB Rover 2850 provides plug-and-play operation and broad operating system compatibility, supporting Windows, Mac OS X and Linux without driver installation. Its compact size (85 x 55 x 22 mm) and use of standard Cat 5 UTP cabling simplify integration into existing network infrastructures. The system supports a range of USB peripherals including keyboards, mice, interactive whiteboards and game controllers while delivering stable Full-Speed and Low-Speed USB throughput. Built-in industrial ESD/EFT immunity and regulatory certifications help ensure consistent, interference-resistant operation.

Suitable for

• Extending keyboards and mice to a distant host workstation
• Connecting interactive whiteboards or presentation peripherals in classrooms and meeting rooms
• Extending game controllers and input devices in kiosks and public displays
• Situations where driverless, plug-and-play USB extension is required over Cat 5 UTP

Key specifications

• Maximum transfer distance over Cat 5 UTP: up to 85 m
• Data transfer rate: Full-Speed 12 Mbps and Low-Speed 1.5 Mbps
• Product dimensions (each unit): 85 x 55 x 22 mm
• Connectivity: standard USB to host/device and Cat 5 UTP between extenders
• Power: operates without external power adapters for supported USB peripherals
• Certifications and compliance: FCC Class B, CE, RoHS compliant
• Immunity: industrial-rated ESD/EFT protection

How to use

Install the Local Extender (LEX) near the host computer and connect it to the host using a conventional USB cable. Install the Remote Extender (REX) near the USB peripheral and connect the peripheral to the REX with a standard USB cable. Connect the LEX and REX units using standard solid core Cat 5 UTP cable or equivalent structured cabling runs up to the supported maximum distance. No driver installation is required; the host operating system will detect supported USB 1.1/2.0 devices automatically. Verify connections and device functionality after cabling is in place.

Recommendations

Use solid core Cat 5 UTP cabling of appropriate quality and maintain standard Ethernet wiring practices (TIA/EIA) for reliable performance. For best results, avoid routing Cat 5 runs alongside high-voltage power lines and minimize exposure to strong electromagnetic sources. Confirm device power requirements and compatibility, as some high-power USB peripherals may require local power or powered hubs.