Gefen WUSB User Manual
Wireless USB 2.0
Extender
USER MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
Introduction
2
How It Works
3
Panel Layout
4
Before You Begin / Connecting Wireless USB Hub / Establishing Wireless
Communication
5
Checking the Installation
6
Viewing and Changing the 802.11g Radio Channel
7
Changing the 802.11g Radio Channel
8
Changing the 802.11g Radio Channel
9
Pairing a Wireless USB 2.0 Sender and Receiver
10
Pairing a Wireless USB 2.0 Sender and Receiver / Maintenance / Troubleshooting
11
Maintenance / Troubleshooting
12
Maintenance / Troubleshooting
13
Maintenance / Troubleshooting
14
Maintenance / Troubleshooting
15
Specifi cations
16
Warranty
INTRODUCTION
This manual explains the installation and operation of the Wireless USB 2.0 Extender.
The instructions in this guide assume a general knowledge of computer installation
procedures, wireless network installation requirements, and some understanding of
USB devices.
NOTE: Notes give additional information that could make installation easier.
To complete the installation, you will also require the following items that are not
included with the product:
• USB 1.1 or 2.0 compatible computer
• USB device(s)
NOTE: The Wireless USB 2.0 Extender uses an IEEE 802.11g radio platform to
wirelessly communicate between the Wireless USB 2.0 Sender unit and the Wireless
USB 2.0 Receiver unit using the 2.4GHz radio frequency range. Other products, such
as wireless routers and 2.4GHz cordless telephones, also broadcast in this same
2.4GHz range. Please be aware of potential interference issues with such products
before you begin installation of the Wireless USB 2.0 Extender.
NOTE: The Wireless USB 2.0 Sender unit and the Wireless USB 2.0 Receiver unit of
your new Wireless USB 2.0 Extender have been “Paired” during manufacturing. This
means that they will only communicate with each other, even if other Wireless USB 2.0
Extender units are installed near by.
NOTE: Use only the AC adapters supplied with the Wireless USB 2.0 Extender. Use
of substitute adapters may cause permanent damage to the system and will void the
warranty.
The Wireless USB 2.0 Extender provides the freedom to connect high performance and
high speed USB peripherals anywhere up to 100 feet from the CPU. Instant access to
data (up to 54 Mbps) with zero wires. Work with your USB 2.0 peripherals as if they
were all connected locally.
Wireless Hi-speed USB 2.0 transmits data up to 54 Mbps allowing for little or no
downtime. Compatible with original USB and uses the same cables and connectors.
READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE USB 2.0 EXTENDER SYSTEM.
* The wireless USB extender does not support isochronous USB.
* In order to operate properly, the Wireless USB 2.0 Extender sender and receiver units
must not exceed 100 feet.
* To prevent interference, keep sender and receiver in plain sight of each other.
1
HOW IT WORKS
The Wireless USB 2.0 Sender unit is connected to the computer or USB source.
The USB 2.0 peripherals are connected to the Wireless USB 2.0 receiver unit is
connected to the extended USB 2.0 peripherals. A wireless 802.11 type connection is
used to link the sender to the receiver.
The Wireless USB package
includes are:
(1) USB Sender
(1) USB Receiver
(2) Power Supply
(1) USB Cable
(1) User Manual
2
WIRELESS USB 2.0 EXTENDER SENDER PANEL LAYOUT
A
s
ye
Pair/CH
Button
5v Power
Supply
Power, Link,
Power, Link,
Host, and
Activity LED
ctivity LED
Indicators
Indicator
USB IN
ost, and
IR Eye
IR E
3
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