Tether Tools TetherPro USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable (16', Orange)

BH #TECU1917 • MFR #CU1917
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Tether Tools TetherPro USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable (16', Orange)
Key Features
  • Simple Set-Up
  • Avoids Drop-Off in Signals
  • Designed as per USB Specifications
The 16', orange TetherPro USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable from Tether Tools allows longer tethering distances without worrying about signal errors or corrupt data transfers. With this cable, signals and data transfers going in and out of the cable are buffered to ensure consistent signal quality, meeting USB's highest electrical and timing specifications.
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Tether Tools USB-A Male to USB-A Female 2.0 Overview

The 16', orange TetherPro USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable from Tether Tools allows longer tethering distances without worrying about signal errors or corrupt data transfers. With this cable, signals and data transfers going in and out of the cable are buffered to ensure consistent signal quality, meeting USB's highest electrical and timing specifications.

Passive cables over 16' (4.88 m) in length, for the purpose of data transmission, may result in signal errors or noise and are not recommended. Up to four active USB extensions and one passive 15' (4.57 m) USB can be daisy chained before any drop-off in signal or quality is detected.

The set-up is simple, just plug the male end of the cable into the computer and then plug your camera or other device's USB cable into the female end of this cable so the repeater is closest to the device and not the computer.
Drop-off in signals can be avoided by daisy chaining up to four active USB extensions and one passive 15' (4.57 m) USB together.
Signals and data transfers going in and out of the cable are buffered to ensure consistent signal quality, meeting USB's highest electrical and timing specifications.
UPC: 858977002967

Tether Tools USB-A Male to USB-A Female 2.0 Specs

Interface
USB 2.0 (480 Mb/s)
Connector 1
1x USB-A Male
Connector 2
1x USB-A Female
Cable Length
16' / 4.9 m
Active/Passive
Active
Color
Orange
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.465 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.6 x 7.25 x 2.7"

Tether Tools USB-A Male to USB-A Female 2.0 Reviews

It just works!

By Jake
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-03-15

I've had many usb extension cables fail or not work all that well, but as usual, Tether Tools just works. It costs a bit more, but its so worth it to avoid the headaches of cheaper amazon extensions.

Tether Tools Active Extension Cable

By Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-10-13

Useful product at a great price

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Will this work with the Canon Rebel T7?

Will this work with the Canon Rebel T7?
Asked by: Tamela
This Tether Tools TetherPro USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable (16', Orange) is an extension cable. It does not plug into the Canon Rebel T7. The compatible cable that will plug into that camera is the Tether Tools TetherPro USB 2.0 Type-A to 5-Pin Mini-USB Cable (Orange, 15') BH #TECU545. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/845393-REG/Tether_Tools_CU5451_15_4_6_m_TetherPro.html
Answered by: Sagi C
Date published: 2023-12-06

Will this work with a Nikon D850?

Will this work with a Nikon D850?
Asked by: Ray
The Nikon D850 does not have a full USB port on the camera body. The TetherPro USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable (16', Black) would not work as the USB is full sized and not mini USB.
Answered by: Andrew R
Date published: 2024-03-28

Using this extension, the camera needs to be ...

Using this extension, the camera needs to be turned off and back on to connect. Not so without the extension. What can I do?
Asked by: Cindy
When connecting to the Tether Tools TetherPro USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable (16', Black) the camera must be turned off and back on to establish a clean stable connection.
Answered by: Thomas M
Date published: 2025-09-30

question

Can I use this with USB 2.0 Mini-B 8 pin Tether Cable? (B&H#TECU8015ORG)
Asked by: Bong Hee K.
Yes, the USB 2.0 Active Extension will work with any USB 2.0 Cable.
Answered by: Josh K. Tether Tools Expert
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

?will it work with d300
Asked by: Dwain D
this is just an extension cable for usb.. will work with any usb 2.0 cable you plug into it.
Answered by: Nathan M.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

I bought this a few months ago. unfortunately did not have to use it until now. When I plug it in to the computer , the software does not recognize the camera. it doesn't know the camera was just plugged in. However, if I use only the USB cord that came with the camera it works. What is going on ? I have a Canon 5D-MII and using Canon software that came with the camera to tether.
Asked by: Luis
I use this cord with a nikon D610 and if it is detached during capture I will have turn off the camera and the capture software plug the cord back in the start the Nikon capture software then turn on the camera after the program is up. you could try testing the cord on another camera.
Answered by: Eric M.
Date published: 2019-06-19

question

does this require a battery?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Tether Tools 16' Active Extension Cable doesn't require a battery to operate.
Answered by: Giovanni S
Date published: 2019-01-06
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