USB-UIRT times out when using Belkin extension cable...

[Dan]

I tried attaching my USB-UIRT to my computer via a Belkin extension cable and it worked fine. However, the device somehow times-out after a certain amount of time and Girder loses contact with it. This doesn't happen when I plug the USB-UIRT directly into my computer. Any ideas? Thanks.

[jrhees]

This may be a problem if the USB voltage from the PC is a bit low. Also, you may want to take a close look at how the cable is routed (i.e., avoid routing the cable near power cords, around strong magnetic fields from TV's and Monitors, etc.)

Hope this helps!

-Jon

[Daniel Swartz]

Thanks Jon. Can you make USB-UIRT units with longer black USB cables?

[jrhees]

Did you have any luck rerouting the cable, etc.?

I *can* make units with 10' cables. However, they take longer since I have to special order the cable, etc.

-Jon

[Dan]

Ah... 10m is still too short for me. Is a long external emitter the way to go then? Rerouting the cable had no effect. =( Thanks.

[jrhees]

Your two best options are:

1: If you don't need the receiver far away from the PC but only the emitter, an external emitter (stick-on type) can be found for <$10.

2: You can buy a cheap USB powered hub to extend further.

-Jon