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Stable long distance USB runs [message #101235] Sat, 22 November 2008 09:54 Go to next message
Tom Bruhl is currently offline  Tom Bruhl   UNITED STATES
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If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell me.

I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
run 4 DVI about the same distance.

These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444

or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218

These are the long run DVI products:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79

or:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163

I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB extension
($30) is suspect. I lose
my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session. Often
times the computer
locks up too.

Any other ideas folks?
Tom
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101238 is a reply to message #101235] Sat, 22 November 2008 13:21 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Deej [5] is currently offline  Deej [5]
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Tom,

Not sure what you're using right now. I use these.

http://reviews.cnet.com/networking-and-wi-fi/bafo-usb-2-0/45 05-3243_7-30613791.html

I've never had a problem with them. I have daisy chained 2 of them along
with a 15' USB2.0 non active extender and it worked fine to get a Frontier
Alphatrack happening about 45 feet from my computer in my tracking area.

Deej
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101239 is a reply to message #101238] Sat, 22 November 2008 12:39 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Tom Bruhl is currently offline  Tom Bruhl   UNITED STATES
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Hey Deej,

That looks simular to what I've been using with less success.
Maybe mine isn't USB 2.0? I bought it about one year ago.
I'll have to check. Maybe that's the problem.

Maybe my problems aren't USB related but wireless
USB key/mouse related?

Thanks,
Tom



"Deej" <noway@jose.net> wrote in message news:492869b2$1@linux...
>
> Tom,
>
> Not sure what you're using right now. I use these.
>
> http://reviews.cnet.com/networking-and-wi-fi/bafo-usb-2-0/45 05-3243_7-30613791.html
>
> I've never had a problem with them. I have daisy chained 2 of them along
> with a 15' USB2.0 non active extender and it worked fine to get a Frontier
> Alphatrack happening about 45 feet from my computer in my tracking area.
>
> Deej
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101242 is a reply to message #101235] Sat, 22 November 2008 15:08 Go to previous messageGo to next message
EK Sound is currently offline  EK Sound   CANADA
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Registered: June 2005
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Active USB "repeater cables" work great, even when daisy chained. we are
using 30' (two cables) for several things with great success.

David.

Tom Bruhl wrote:
> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell me.
>
> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>
> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444
>
> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>
> These are the long run DVI products:
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79
>
> or:
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>
> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB extension
> ($30) is suspect. I lose
> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session. Often
> times the computer
> locks up too.
>
> Any other ideas folks?
> Tom
>
>
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101244 is a reply to message #101242] Sat, 22 November 2008 15:51 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Tom Bruhl is currently offline  Tom Bruhl   UNITED STATES
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Registered: June 2007
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Hi David,

I think that's what I'm using here now with my
Midi Patchbay. Maybe the mistake I am
making is using only one repeater then a regular USB
cable attached to that. I'll get another and see if
that doesn't solve my problem.

I read that USB 2.0 shouldn't work with repeaters.
Everyone says it does though.

Good info!

Tom




"EK Sound" <ask_me@nospam.net> wrote in message news:4928950a$1@linux...
> Active USB "repeater cables" work great, even when daisy chained. we are
> using 30' (two cables) for several things with great success.
>
> David.
>
> Tom Bruhl wrote:
>> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell me.
>>
>> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
>> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
>> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>>
>> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444
>>
>> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
>> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>>
>> These are the long run DVI products:
>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79
>>
>> or:
>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>>
>> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB extension
>> ($30) is suspect. I lose
>> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session.
>> Often times the computer
>> locks up too.
>>
>> Any other ideas folks?
>> Tom
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101246 is a reply to message #101244] Sat, 22 November 2008 19:51 Go to previous messageGo to next message
audioguy_editout_ is currently offline  audioguy_editout_   CANADA
Messages: 249
Registered: December 2005
Senior Member
If you get a USB2 rated repeater you should be fine. These are the ones
we are using:

http://sewelldirect.com/Gefen-Active-USB-2-16-ft-Cable.asp

Not from that supplier mind you, that's just the first link google
turned up.

David.

Tom Bruhl wrote:
> Hi David,
>
> I think that's what I'm using here now with my
> Midi Patchbay. Maybe the mistake I am
> making is using only one repeater then a regular USB
> cable attached to that. I'll get another and see if
> that doesn't solve my problem.
>
> I read that USB 2.0 shouldn't work with repeaters.
> Everyone says it does though.
>
> Good info!
>
> Tom
>
>
>
>
> "EK Sound" <ask_me@nospam.net> wrote in message news:4928950a$1@linux...
>> Active USB "repeater cables" work great, even when daisy chained. we are
>> using 30' (two cables) for several things with great success.
>>
>> David.
>>
>> Tom Bruhl wrote:
>>> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell me.
>>>
>>> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
>>> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
>>> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>>>
>>> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444
>>>
>>> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
>>> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>>>
>>> These are the long run DVI products:
>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79
>>>
>>> or:
>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>>>
>>> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB extension
>>> ($30) is suspect. I lose
>>> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session.
>>> Often times the computer
>>> locks up too.
>>>
>>> Any other ideas folks?
>>> Tom
>
>
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101248 is a reply to message #101235] Sat, 22 November 2008 20:38 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Aaron Allen is currently offline  Aaron Allen   UNITED STATES
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Registered: May 2008
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USB extension.....Try this. I have them at work to use on audio amps so I
get feedback from some USB intelligent amps as far as 1/4" (maybe more) away
from my office. I've just begun the testing phase, but they seem to do just
what they say they do.

http://www.iogear.com/product/GUIP201/

Haven't tried this, looks cool and I've had pretty stable products from this
company so far.

http://www.iogear.com/product/GDIP201/




"Tom Bruhl" <arpegio@comcast.net> wrote in message news:49284b33@linux...
> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell me.
>
> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>
> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444

Doesn't say.. are you 'sure' these are USB 2.0 and are they using TCP
ethernet or just using that connector (RJ45) type? I might also question
latency on these, since you're talking about running a hardware app through
them that is definitely sensitive to that kind of problem.

>
> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>
> These are the long run DVI products:
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79

Same thing as above... check compliance and latency specs. I would say this
to 'any' device you insert in your path.

>
> or:
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>
> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB extension
> ($30) is suspect. I lose
> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session.
> Often times the computer
> locks up too.

Less expensive usually means more hassle I've found. Consider what is your
time worth, and base your decisions on taking chances or not. Only you know
that answer bro :)


>
> Any other ideas folks?
> Tom
>
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101250 is a reply to message #101248] Sat, 22 November 2008 20:46 Go to previous messageGo to next message
audioguy_editout_ is currently offline  audioguy_editout_   CANADA
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1/4"!!!! Holy crap... that would sure save a lot of walking! ;-)

David.

Aaron Allen wrote:
> USB extension.....Try this. I have them at work to use on audio amps so I
> get feedback from some USB intelligent amps as far as 1/4" (maybe more) away
> from my office. I've just begun the testing phase, but they seem to do just
> what they say they do.
>
> http://www.iogear.com/product/GUIP201/
>
> Haven't tried this, looks cool and I've had pretty stable products from this
> company so far.
>
> http://www.iogear.com/product/GDIP201/
>
>
>
>
> "Tom Bruhl" <arpegio@comcast.net> wrote in message news:49284b33@linux...
>> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell me.
>>
>> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
>> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
>> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>>
>> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444
>
> Doesn't say.. are you 'sure' these are USB 2.0 and are they using TCP
> ethernet or just using that connector (RJ45) type? I might also question
> latency on these, since you're talking about running a hardware app through
> them that is definitely sensitive to that kind of problem.
>
>> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
>> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>>
>> These are the long run DVI products:
>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79
>
> Same thing as above... check compliance and latency specs. I would say this
> to 'any' device you insert in your path.
>
>> or:
>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>>
>> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB extension
>> ($30) is suspect. I lose
>> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session.
>> Often times the computer
>> locks up too.
>
> Less expensive usually means more hassle I've found. Consider what is your
> time worth, and base your decisions on taking chances or not. Only you know
> that answer bro :)
>
>
>> Any other ideas folks?
>> Tom
>>
>
>
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101251 is a reply to message #101250] Sat, 22 November 2008 20:59 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Aaron Allen is currently offline  Aaron Allen   UNITED STATES
Messages: 1988
Registered: May 2008
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Jeez... multitasking ...

1/4 *MILE* !! We have a 1/2 mile deep and about 3/4 mile wide facility.
Old habits, talking audio, typing that connector... duh...
I can reach the pre and routing stage with Soundweb, however the amps
require a slightly different method so I'm improvising. It's all going to be
CDi or XTi, and every building will be a Venue on the main network if I have
my way about it.

AA

"Dave(EK Sound)" <audioguy_editout_@shaw.ca> wrote in message
news:4928e40a$1@linux...
> 1/4"!!!! Holy crap... that would sure save a lot of walking! ;-)
>
> David.
>
> Aaron Allen wrote:
>> USB extension.....Try this. I have them at work to use on audio amps so I
>> get feedback from some USB intelligent amps as far as 1/4" (maybe more)
>> away from my office. I've just begun the testing phase, but they seem to
>> do just what they say they do.
>>
>> http://www.iogear.com/product/GUIP201/
>>
>> Haven't tried this, looks cool and I've had pretty stable products from
>> this company so far.
>>
>> http://www.iogear.com/product/GDIP201/
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> "Tom Bruhl" <arpegio@comcast.net> wrote in message news:49284b33@linux...
>>> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell
>>> me.
>>>
>>> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
>>> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
>>> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>>>
>>> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444
>>
>> Doesn't say.. are you 'sure' these are USB 2.0 and are they using TCP
>> ethernet or just using that connector (RJ45) type? I might also question
>> latency on these, since you're talking about running a hardware app
>> through them that is definitely sensitive to that kind of problem.
>>
>>> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
>>> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>>>
>>> These are the long run DVI products:
>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79
>>
>> Same thing as above... check compliance and latency specs. I would say
>> this to 'any' device you insert in your path.
>>
>>> or:
>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>>>
>>> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB
>>> extension ($30) is suspect. I lose
>>> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session.
>>> Often times the computer
>>> locks up too.
>>
>> Less expensive usually means more hassle I've found. Consider what is
>> your time worth, and base your decisions on taking chances or not. Only
>> you know that answer bro :)
>>
>>
>>> Any other ideas folks?
>>> Tom
>>>
>>
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101265 is a reply to message #101251] Mon, 24 November 2008 07:35 Go to previous messageGo to next message
EK Sound is currently offline  EK Sound   CANADA
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Registered: June 2005
Senior Member
We've had mixed success with the XTi... lots of failures. Also, the DSP
is after the input level controls, so the noise floor of the DSP (which
is substantial) can't be attenuated.

David.

Aaron Allen wrote:
> Jeez... multitasking ...
>
> 1/4 *MILE* !! We have a 1/2 mile deep and about 3/4 mile wide facility.
> Old habits, talking audio, typing that connector... duh...
> I can reach the pre and routing stage with Soundweb, however the amps
> require a slightly different method so I'm improvising. It's all going to be
> CDi or XTi, and every building will be a Venue on the main network if I have
> my way about it.
>
> AA
>
> "Dave(EK Sound)" <audioguy_editout_@shaw.ca> wrote in message
> news:4928e40a$1@linux...
>> 1/4"!!!! Holy crap... that would sure save a lot of walking! ;-)
>>
>> David.
>>
>> Aaron Allen wrote:
>>> USB extension.....Try this. I have them at work to use on audio amps so I
>>> get feedback from some USB intelligent amps as far as 1/4" (maybe more)
>>> away from my office. I've just begun the testing phase, but they seem to
>>> do just what they say they do.
>>>
>>> http://www.iogear.com/product/GUIP201/
>>>
>>> Haven't tried this, looks cool and I've had pretty stable products from
>>> this company so far.
>>>
>>> http://www.iogear.com/product/GDIP201/
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> "Tom Bruhl" <arpegio@comcast.net> wrote in message news:49284b33@linux...
>>>> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell
>>>> me.
>>>>
>>>> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
>>>> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
>>>> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>>>>
>>>> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
>>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444
>>> Doesn't say.. are you 'sure' these are USB 2.0 and are they using TCP
>>> ethernet or just using that connector (RJ45) type? I might also question
>>> latency on these, since you're talking about running a hardware app
>>> through them that is definitely sensitive to that kind of problem.
>>>
>>>> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
>>>> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>>>>
>>>> These are the long run DVI products:
>>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79
>>> Same thing as above... check compliance and latency specs. I would say
>>> this to 'any' device you insert in your path.
>>>
>>>> or:
>>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>>>>
>>>> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB
>>>> extension ($30) is suspect. I lose
>>>> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session.
>>>> Often times the computer
>>>> locks up too.
>>> Less expensive usually means more hassle I've found. Consider what is
>>> your time worth, and base your decisions on taking chances or not. Only
>>> you know that answer bro :)
>>>
>>>
>>>> Any other ideas folks?
>>>> Tom
>>>>
>
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101266 is a reply to message #101265] Mon, 24 November 2008 15:51 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Aaron Allen is currently offline  Aaron Allen   UNITED STATES
Messages: 1988
Registered: May 2008
Senior Member
Most of what we're using it for is not musical production, it's paging in
buildings/barns so it works out fine for that. The CDi-1000 is the model
most used at this point. I've seen some failures here on that but it's
mainly due to being subjected to a nasty environment and heat. The K1's and
K2's have been pretty solid, but have no USB control. They're getting up
there in age though, so what would you recommend as a replacement there that
has USB interface feedback and control? Those are mostly in our main
pavilion and are a music production setting. (
http://www.exposquare.com/es/facilities/pavilion.asp )

The XTi I've had personal experience with using it for my live band, and
it's been pretty bullet proof so far. But then again, a noisy club wouldn't
show much noise floor issue really.
It's good to know though that they have that issue so I won't try to use
them in a more critical environment.

AA


"EK Sound" <ask_me@nospam.net> wrote in message news:492acdd8@linux...
> We've had mixed success with the XTi... lots of failures. Also, the DSP
> is after the input level controls, so the noise floor of the DSP (which is
> substantial) can't be attenuated.
>
> David.
>
> Aaron Allen wrote:
>> Jeez... multitasking ...
>>
>> 1/4 *MILE* !! We have a 1/2 mile deep and about 3/4 mile wide facility.
>> Old habits, talking audio, typing that connector... duh...
>> I can reach the pre and routing stage with Soundweb, however the amps
>> require a slightly different method so I'm improvising. It's all going to
>> be CDi or XTi, and every building will be a Venue on the main network if
>> I have my way about it.
>>
>> AA
>>
>> "Dave(EK Sound)" <audioguy_editout_@shaw.ca> wrote in message
>> news:4928e40a$1@linux...
>>> 1/4"!!!! Holy crap... that would sure save a lot of walking! ;-)
>>>
>>> David.
>>>
>>> Aaron Allen wrote:
>>>> USB extension.....Try this. I have them at work to use on audio amps so
>>>> I get feedback from some USB intelligent amps as far as 1/4" (maybe
>>>> more) away from my office. I've just begun the testing phase, but they
>>>> seem to do just what they say they do.
>>>>
>>>> http://www.iogear.com/product/GUIP201/
>>>>
>>>> Haven't tried this, looks cool and I've had pretty stable products from
>>>> this company so far.
>>>>
>>>> http://www.iogear.com/product/GDIP201/
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Tom Bruhl" <arpegio@comcast.net> wrote in message
>>>> news:49284b33@linux...
>>>>> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell
>>>>> me.
>>>>>
>>>>> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
>>>>> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
>>>>> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>>>>>
>>>>> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
>>>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444
>>>> Doesn't say.. are you 'sure' these are USB 2.0 and are they using TCP
>>>> ethernet or just using that connector (RJ45) type? I might also
>>>> question latency on these, since you're talking about running a
>>>> hardware app through them that is definitely sensitive to that kind of
>>>> problem.
>>>>
>>>>> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
>>>>> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>>>>>
>>>>> These are the long run DVI products:
>>>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79
>>>> Same thing as above... check compliance and latency specs. I would say
>>>> this to 'any' device you insert in your path.
>>>>
>>>>> or:
>>>>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>>>>>
>>>>> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB
>>>>> extension ($30) is suspect. I lose
>>>>> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session.
>>>>> Often times the computer
>>>>> locks up too.
>>>> Less expensive usually means more hassle I've found. Consider what is
>>>> your time worth, and base your decisions on taking chances or not. Only
>>>> you know that answer bro :)
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>> Any other ideas folks?
>>>>> Tom
>>>>>
>>
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101289 is a reply to message #101235] Thu, 27 November 2008 08:32 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Stephen Stecyk is currently offline  Stephen Stecyk   UNITED STATES
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Registered: February 2007
Member
I'm actually in a similar dilemma. Unfortunately, I need just the box
without any cabling attached. Does anyone know of such a product?

I'd hate to have to open up a wall - really hate!!

Stephen

"Tom Bruhl" <arpegio@comcast.net> wrote in message news:49284b33@linux...
> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell me.
>
> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>
> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444
>
> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>
> These are the long run DVI products:
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79
>
> or:
> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>
> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB extension
> ($30) is suspect. I lose
> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session.
> Often times the computer
> locks up too.
>
> Any other ideas folks?
> Tom
>
Re: Stable long distance USB runs [message #101290 is a reply to message #101289] Thu, 27 November 2008 10:17 Go to previous message
Aaron Allen is currently offline  Aaron Allen   UNITED STATES
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Registered: May 2008
Senior Member
If you have a laptop with wireless, you might be able to use a wireless
router and remote desktop into your paris box. Don't know enough about your
situation to say.

AA


"Stephen Stecyk" <smp@smppro.com> wrote in message news:492ecf8a@linux...
> I'm actually in a similar dilemma. Unfortunately, I need just the box
> without any cabling attached. Does anyone know of such a product?
>
> I'd hate to have to open up a wall - really hate!!
>
> Stephen
>
> "Tom Bruhl" <arpegio@comcast.net> wrote in message news:49284b33@linux...
>> If you guys know of better and/or less expensive products please tell me.
>>
>> I have a usb mouse, keyboard and midi patchbay.
>> These all need a 25'-40' run. I also plan to eventually
>> run 4 DVI about the same distance.
>>
>> These are the products I'm looking at for usb:
>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2893288&CatId=444
>>
>> or if that won't be stable, this is lots more money:
>> http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=2218
>>
>> These are the long run DVI products:
>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=2815509&CatId=79
>>
>> or:
>> http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-det ails.asp?EdpNo=1643055&CatId=1163
>>
>> I was hoping for a less expensive alternative. My existing USB extension
>> ($30) is suspect. I lose
>> my midi patchbay within Cubase at least once in an 4-8 hour session.
>> Often times the computer
>> locks up too.
>>
>> Any other ideas folks?
>> Tom
>>
>
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