The PARADIGM USB CAT5 Extender is an extension cable device between USB device and host (computer) with embedded into connector intelligent integrated circuits on both sides of the cable. The USB cable with the chip inside is not a passive extension cable. It is an active device. The USB signals going in and out of this extension cable in both directions are buffered to assure high signal quality. Unlike passive USB cables the IC prevents signal degradation. The embedded intelligent integrated circuit cleans, amplifies USB signal and ensures the USB 1.1 protocol. Its Control State Machine enables and disables USB and cable transmitters inside the chip depending on USB signals. The maximum distance is 150 feet.