5.7.4 USB Cable Data
The recommended cable length between the host and the USB device should be no longer than
sixteen feet for full-channel (12 MB/s) operation, depending on cable specification (see
following table).
Conductor Size
20 AWG
22 AWG
24 AWG
26 AWG
28 AWG
NOTE:
For sub-channel (1.5 MB/s) operation and/or when using sub-standard cable shorter lengths may
be allowable and/or necessary.
The shield, chassis ground, and power ground should be tied together at the host end but left
unconnected at the device end to avoid ground loops.
Signal
Data +
Data -
Vcc
Ground
Technical Reference Guide
Table 5-23.
USB Cable Length Data
Resistance
0.036 Ω
0.057 Ω
0.091 Ω
0.145 Ω
0.232 Ω
Color code
Insulation color
Green
White
Red
Black
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Input/Output Interfaces
Maximum Length
16.4 ft (5.00 m)
9.94 ft (3.03 m)
6.82 ft (2.08 m)
4.30 ft (1.31 m)
2.66 ft (0.81 m)
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