• Registered: 2021-12-02
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Topic: Babyface Pro FS USB cable lengh max?

Hello Rme users,
Actually working in theater with my babyface pro fs, i need to install my computer about 5 meters  of my Babyface Pro Fs, because not enouoght space.

I bought a 5 meters  USB cable, but it seem my babyface can't connect to my computer. It works when i plug a small USB cable (about 1meter).

Does somebody know what is the problem? Is it possible to solve, and how? Is this an electrical problem (need extra DC alim?) ?

Is that a cable problem, mean need a special strong USB Cable ? Which kind ?

Thanks to those who could help me.

Tony.

Tony Babyface PRO / Fireface UFX
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  • From: Swiss Zürich
  • Registered: 2020-12-08
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Re: Babyface Pro FS USB cable lengh max?

Babyface should be connected to external power supply.

M1-Sequoia, Madiface Pro, Digiface USB, Babyface silver and blue
  • From: Norway
  • Registered: 2021-06-21
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Re: Babyface Pro FS USB cable lengh max?

USB 2.0 is max 5 meter for a passive cable. Check this link. Lots of RME advice not to use HUBs, but might work. https://blog.tripplite.com/usb-cable-max-length

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  • Registered: 2016-01-17
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Re: Babyface Pro FS USB cable lengh max?

I was told everywhere not to do it, it couldn't be done etc, but I an using a 10m ACTIVE USB3 extension without any problems. got to be external power tho at that length.