CyberPower CP-H420MP User Manual

Quick Start Guide

for USB 2.0 4 Port Mobile Battery Powered Hub

Model No.

This Battery Powered USB Hub makes the most of your notebook computer and workspace by increasing the
number of available USB ports. The need for an AC Power Adapter is eliminated by Battery Power. There has
never been a more convenient way for travelers and notebook users to utilize USB devices on the road.

CP-H420MP

Patent Pending

Thank you for purchasing this Cyber Power product. To enjoy all the features and
benefits of this Battery Powered Hub, please carefully read and follow all installation
and operation instructions completely.

Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Specifications - USB Battery Powered Hub . . . . . . . . .3

Specifications - Rechargeable Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Product Overview ............................5

Installation..................................9

Appendix A.................................11

Troubleshooting

Appendix B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Radio Interference Statement

Appendix C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Lifetime Limited Warranty

Introduction

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is currently the standard for most
computers, notebooks and peripherals. The USB connections allow
the user to easily connect multiple devices. Cyber Power's USB 2.0 4­Port Mobile Battery Powered Hub (Model CP-H420MP) provides
additional ports to connect up to 4 USB devices to a single USB port
on your computer.

Thanks to the innovative Battery Power design, it is unnecessary to
use an AC Power Adapter. The Mobile Battery Powered Hub is the
best choice for mobile computer users requiring a USB Hub.

The Quick Start Guide contains easy instructions on installation and
the use of your Cyber Power USB 2.0 4-Port Mobile Battery Powered
Hub.

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System Requirements

Any PC or Macintosh computer with an available USB port and USB­compliant operating system (Windows 98SE/ 2000/ ME/ XP, MacOS 8.6
or above, etc.)

NOTE: To use this USB hub with Windows 98 operating system, please visit
http://www.cyberpowersystems.com and download the appropriate software driver before
installing this Hub.

Package Contents

This package includes:

1. USB 2.0 4-Port Battery Powered Hub (Model CP-H420MP)

2. 4 AAA Ni-MH Rechargeable Batteries

3. 1.5 A Male-A Female USB Extension Cable

4. User Manual

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Specifications -

Battery Powered Hub

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SpecificationsSpecifications -

Note:

Please charge before use. The batteries are delivered in an uncharged state.

Rechargeable Battery

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Product Overview

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Model CP-H420MP

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Product Overview - continued

1) Power Indicator - Blue LED will illuminate when USB Hub is receiving power.

2) Battery Power Switch - Switch on battery power switch when extra power is

needed for connected USB devices. This switch activates self-power mode.

3) Battery Discharge Indicator - Red LED will illuminate to indicate when the
batteries are in use. If the batteries are fully discharged, the Red LED will not
illuminate.

4) Downstream Ports - Connect your USB devices to these 4 ports.

5) USB Connector (A type) - Plug the USB Connector to an unused USB port on

your computer to provide a link between the USB hub and connected USB
devices.

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Product Overview - continued

6) Battery Cover - Remove cover and insert four (4) rechargeable Ni-MH

batteries that are included in the package in order to use your Hub under Self­Power mode.

7) AC Power Adapter Connection - An AC Power Adapter (Model: CPSA0526;
Output: 5V DC 2.6Amp) (Sold separately. See enclosed coupon for details)

may be used as an alternative to battery power when an AC wall outlet is
available. Connect the USB Hub to the optional AC Power Adapter. It will
operate in Self-Power mode.

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First Use - Charge Batteries

When using this Hub the first time, charge the Ni-MH batteries at least 6 hours.

1) Insert the included batteries (4) into the Hub.

2) Plug the USB connector into an unused USB port on your computer.

3) Make sure that the Battery Power Switch is in the OFF position and your

computer is ON. Batteries will be fully charged in approximately 6 hours.

Warning!

In order to maximize the battery powered hub as well as to avoid any unsafe
situation, please do not use dry battery and any other kinds of rechargeable
battery!!

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Installation

This USB Hub is a plug-and-play device. Your computer will display the Add
New Hardware Wizard after connecting the hub. The Add New Hardware

Wizard will install the Cyber Power USB Hub automatically. It is not necessary
to restart your computer after installation.

To use this USB hub with Windows 98 operating system, please visit
http://www.cyberpowersystems.com and download the appropriate software
driver before installing this Hub.

1) Plug the USB Connector into an unused USB port on your computer.

2) Please use the included USB extension cable if the attached USB Connector

is too short.

3) Connect your USB devices to the Downstream ports on this Hub.

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Installation - continued

Self-Powering the Hub:

Using Battery Power:

If the connected devices work properly, keep the Battery Power Switch
OFF in order to conserve battery power! If the connected devices function

erratically or require additional power, turn the Battery Power Switch ON to
activate Self-Power mode.

NOTE:

Depending on the equipment being powered, your Mobile Battery Powered Hub
rechargeable Ni-MH battery have to be replaced or recharged at 3-5 hours of
continuous use.

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Appendix A

Problem Possible Cause Action

Unit operates
erratically.

Troubleshooting

Static electricity may cause
the Hub to behave
erratically.

Reset the Hub by disconnecting it from
your computer.
reconnect.

Wait five seconds, then

USB devices operate
erratically or can't be
powered on.

Unit fails to provide
battery power

Unit fails to operate
and is not recognized
by the operating
system.

Connected USB devices
may require too much
power for Bus-Powered
operation.

Batteries may need
replacement.

Non-USB compliant
operating system.

Set the Battery Power Switch to the ON
position for Self-Power mode.

Replace batteries with standard Ni-MH
AAA rechargeable batteries.

Insure that your computer is fully USB­compatible and a USB-compliant operating
system is installed.
(See System Requirement section. )

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Appendix B

Radio & TV Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequence energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There
is no guarantee, however, that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.

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Appendix C

Lifetime Limited Warranty

Cyber Power warrants this USB Hub (the Hub) (excluding rechargeable Ni-MH battery) to be free from
defect in material or manufacture for its lifetime. If a defect results in product failure during its normal use,
Cyber Power's sole responsibility is to repair or replace (at its sole option) the Hub.

The foregoing Limited Warranty is the consumer's sole and exclusive remedy and excludes any incidental
or consequential damages. Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental and
consequential damages, so certain of the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you (the
Consumer). This limited warranty gives the Consumer specific legal rights and the Consumer may have
other rights, which vary from State to State.

To make a Limited Warranty claim:

1. Pack and ship the Hub to Cyber Power at 5555 12th Ave E, Suite 110, Shakopee, MN 55379;

2. Clearly indicate on the outside of the packaging that this is a WARRANTY RETURN;

3. Clearly include your name and address (a) on the outside packaging and (b) on a sheet of paper
enclosed in the box with the Hub that is being returned; and

4. You MUST prepay all shipping costs and you are responsible for packaging and shipment.

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Appendix C - continued

Cyber Power will inspect and examine the Hub. If the Hub is defective in material or workmanship, Cyber
Power will repair or replace it and return it to you at Cyber Power's expense at the place you have
indicated.

Contact Information:

Cyber Power Systems (USA), Inc.

5555 12th Avenue East, Suite 110

Shakopee, MN 55379

Toll free: [phone]

Cyber Power is the warrantor under this Limited Warranty.
You may also visit Cyber Power on the Internet at .www.cyberpowersystems.com

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CyberPower Systems (USA), Inc.

5555 12th Avenue East, Suite 110, Shakopee, MN 55379, U.S.A.

TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone] Toll-Free: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail] Web: www.cyberpowersystems.com

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