Crestron USB-EXT-2 KIT – USB 2.0 over CATx Extender Kit, Up to 100m, Local and Remote

Product Overview

The Crestron USB-EXT-2 KIT is a complete USB 1.1 and 2.0 signal extender set — including both local and remote modules — that extends any USB device up to 100 meters (330 feet) over a single Cat5e or Cat6 unshielded twisted pair cable. Designed for commercial AV installations requiring USB signal extension from a presenter position, podium, or conference table to a distant USB host device, it is the standard solution for extending USB cameras, USB speakerphones, USB audio interfaces, and USB touch controllers to AV rack-mount compute modules in Crestron Flex and other commercial UC conference room deployments. No drivers are required — the extended USB device presents identically to the host computer as if locally connected.

Product Description

USB 2.0 cable has a maximum specified length of 5 meters before signal degradation becomes problematic — a distance that is routinely exceeded in commercial conference rooms where the AV rack or compute module is separated from the conference table or presenter connection point by 10–50 feet of cable run. The USB-EXT-2 KIT bridges this gap by transporting USB 1.1 and 2.0 signals over standard commercial Cat5e or Cat6 structured cable — the same cable already installed throughout commercial buildings for data networking — without any dedicated coaxial or proprietary cable infrastructure. The local module (USB-EXT-2-LOCAL) connects to the USB host port on the conference room compute module or PC in the AV rack; the remote module (USB-EXT-2-REMOTE) provides the USB device connection at the table, podium, or presenter position, where cameras, speakerphones, and USB audio devices connect. The extension is fully transparent to the operating system: USB devices connected to the remote module appear to Windows, macOS, and the UC platform exactly as if directly plugged into the host computer’s USB port, with no device drivers, software configuration, or USB hub programming required.

Key Features

• USB 1.1 and 2.0 Extension up to 100m: Extends USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 signals up to 100 meters (330 ft) over a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable — covering full conference room to AV closet, rack room to presenter position, and building-level USB extension requirements in commercial installations.
• Complete Kit — Local and Remote Modules Included: Both the USB-EXT-2-LOCAL (host-side) and USB-EXT-2-REMOTE (device-side) modules are included — a complete point-to-point installation without separately purchased components or matching module selection.
• Standard Cat5e/Cat6 Infrastructure: Operates over standard Cat5e or Cat6 UTP cable — uses existing structured cabling infrastructure without proprietary cable, specialized connectors, or active network switching between modules.
• Plug-and-Play, No Drivers Required: Extended USB devices present identically to the host computer as direct USB connections — no device drivers, USB hub software, or IT configuration required for operation.
• Broad USB Device Compatibility: Compatible with USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices including cameras, USB audio interfaces, speakerphones, interactive display controllers, USB mass storage, and other USB peripherals used in commercial AV systems.
• Point-to-Point Extension Architecture: Single Cat5e/Cat6 cable between local and remote modules — no network switch required in the extension path, ensuring no network VLAN or managed switch configuration is needed for AV USB connectivity.
• Modules Also Available Separately: USB-EXT-2-LOCAL and USB-EXT-2-REMOTE are available as individual replacements for single-module failures without purchasing a complete new kit.

Typical Applications

• Conference rooms extending USB cameras or USB speakerphones from the conference table to a Crestron Flex compute module or UC appliance in the AV rack or credenza
• Training rooms extending USB webcams or USB speakerphones from the instructor position to a rack-mount PC for hybrid learning with Microsoft Teams or Zoom
• Boardrooms extending USB audio devices from the boardroom table to a distant compute module with long USB cable runs
• Huddle rooms and small meeting spaces with USB video conferencing peripherals located farther from the host compute than USB 2.0 cable allows
• Podium and lectern installations extending USB presentation remotes, USB microphones, or USB document cameras to AV rack equipment in adjacent closets

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this kit extend USB 3.0 devices?
The USB-EXT-2 KIT extends USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 signals. USB 3.0 devices may operate at USB 2.0 speeds when connected through this extender. For USB 3.2 extension, see the Crestron USB-EXT-3 KIT. Contact Creation Networks for USB extension standard selection guidance.

Can I purchase the local and remote modules separately?
Yes — the USB-EXT-2-LOCAL and USB-EXT-2-REMOTE are available individually for replacing a failed module in an existing installation. Contact Creation Networks for individual module pricing.

Does the extension require a network switch between the modules?
No — the USB-EXT-2 KIT is a point-to-point passive Cat5e/Cat6 extension. No network switch, managed switch port, or network configuration is required in the cable path between the local and remote modules.

Is this the right extender for extending a USB camera in a Crestron Flex conference room?
For USB 2.0 cameras and speakerphones in Crestron Flex UC-C100 and UC-CX100 integrator kit deployments, the USB-EXT-2 KIT is the appropriate solution. For USB 3.2 soundbars such as the Crestron UC-SB1-CAM, the USB-EXT-3 KIT (USB 3.2 over Cat6a/7) is required. Contact Creation Networks to confirm the correct extender for your specific USB peripheral.

What is the warranty on the Crestron USB-EXT-2 KIT?
Crestron provides a standard 3-year limited warranty. Contact Creation Networks for warranty service details.

META TITLE: Crestron USB-EXT-2 KIT USB 2.0 CATx Extender 100m
META DESCRIPTION: Crestron USB-EXT-2 KIT — USB 2.0 extender over Cat5e/Cat6, 100m, local and remote. Conference room USB extension from Creation Networks, authorized Crestron dealer.
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PRODUCT CATEGORY: Networking > USB Extenders
PRODUCT TYPE: Networking
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