Manhattan Products 179300 Usb Line Extender 60m 12mbps

Product Description

The MANHATTAN PRODUCTS 179300 is a USB line extender designed to push USB signals beyond the standard cable length limit. Using a local unit and a remote unit connected via an RJ45 network cable (not included), the 179300 repeats and processes USB signals with no reported signal loss over distances up to 60 meters (approximately 196 feet). Data transfer runs at 12Mbps. No external power supply or drivers are required, making this a self-contained solution for extending USB device reach in office, retail, and presentation environments. Installation and transport are straightforward for IT technicians and AV professionals alike.

The 179300 is suited for extending USB peripherals such as keyboards, mice, barcode scanners, and printers in applications where the host PC cannot be positioned near the device. Common use cases include retail point-of-purchase terminals, conference room presentation setups, and multi-room office configurations. The local and remote units can also be used independently to build custom cable runs of any length up to the 60-meter maximum, giving installers flexibility in unusual layouts.

Key Features

• Extends USB signals up to 60 meters (196 feet) via RJ45 network cable
• 12Mbps data transfer rate with no signal loss over supported distance
• No external power supply required — bus-powered operation
• No driver installation required — plug-and-play compatible
• Local and remote units can be used separately for custom cable lengths
• Compatible with Windows and Macintosh operating systems

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style USB extension solution compatible with Windows and Macintosh host systems; works with standard USB peripherals including keyboards, mice, barcode scanners, and printers.

Installation Notes

Installation is handled by IT technicians or AV integrators. Power down or safely disconnect the host PC before connecting extension units when local policy requires it. An RJ45 network cable is required between the local and remote units and is not included — use a cable rated for the full run length. Do not exceed the 60-meter maximum distance between units.