Belkin Tech Support
Belkin B.V.
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1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands
+31 (0) 20 654 7300
US: 310-898-1100, ext. 2263
800-223-5546, ext. 2263
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New Zealand: 0800 235 546
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Belkin Ltd.
4 Pioneer Avenue
Tuggerah Business Park
Tuggerah, NSW 2259, Australia
+61 (0) 2 4350 4600
+61 (0) 2 4350 4700 fax
Belkin International, Inc.
501 West Walnut Street
Los Angeles, CA 90220, USA
310-898-1100
310-898-1111 fax
Belkin Ltd.
Express Business Park, Shipton Way
Rushden, NN10 6GL, United Kingdom
+44 (0) 1933 35 2000
+44 (0) 1933 31 2000 fax
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and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction
Features
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System Requirements
Package Contents
Product Description
2. Installation
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PIN-Association Procedure
Cable-Association Procedure
3. Operation
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Proper Orientation of Antennas
Using the Wireless USB Manager
Options
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System Tray
4. Maintenance
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Troubleshooting
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Support for USB Classes
5. Technical Specifications
6. Information
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Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Belkin
Wireless USB Hub. This revolutionary product lets you
connect your USB devices to your computer—wirelessly.
Now you can print, play music, scan, download photos,
and burn CDs, without the hassle of connecting cables. The
Hub is easy to use and gives you the freedom to roam—and
stay connected.
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Please review this User Manual carefully so that you are sure
to get the most from your Wireless USB Hub.
Wireless USB Hub
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• Wireless connectivity through USB technology for printers,
cameras, hard drives, and other USB devices to
your computer
• Reduced cable clutter
• Ports for linking up to 4 high-, full-, and low-speed devices
with your computer
• Belkin Lifetime Warranty
System Requirements
• Windows VistaTM 32-/64-bit operating system
Package Contents
• Wireless USB Hub
• Power Adapter
• USB Cable (A to mini-B)
• User Manual
• Quick Start Guide
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Product Description
Downstream USB Ports: 4
Per-Port Voltage:
Per-Port Current:
Power Mode:
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5V
500mA
Self-powered
Power Supply:
Input:
Output:
100–240 50/60Hz
5V DC, 3A
Plug Size:
3.5mm
Plug Polarity: Center-pin positive
LED Indicators on Hub:
Wireless Status LED
Color:
Blue
Status: Constant on, when power supply is connected;
blinks to indicate a wireless connection
USB Port Status LED
Color: Green
Status: Off:
No USB device plugged in
(or device not enumerated)
Green: USB device enumerated
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Installation
Two methods exist to assist you in setting up the wireless
security and association with your Hub: PIN and Cable.
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When you initially set up the Hub, you must “associate” it
with the host computer. To do this, enter the PIN (product
identification number) found on the bottom of the Hub into
the Wireless USB Manager. This “PIN association” procedure
is one of two supported methods to establish a secure
wireless connection.
1. Plug the power supply into the wall, and then plug the
DC connector into the Hub.
2. Open the Wireless USB Manager to set up the
Hub’s security.
3. Click on “New Connection”.
4. Select “PIN Association” and click “Next”.
5. Enter the PIN into the space provided. The PIN can be
found on the bottom of the Hub.
6. The Wireless USB Manager will automatically detect the
Hub and provide customization options for the device
name and method of detection.
7. Click “Finish” to complete the setup and remove the
USB cable.
8. Verify that you have established a wireless connection
through the Wireless USB Manager. You should have an
icon for the Hub showing two arrows pointing to
each other.
9. Station the Wireless USB Hub in range and connect your
devices to access them wirelessly.
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When you initially set up the Hub, you must “associate”
it with the host computer. To do this, connect the Hub to
your computer using the provided USB cable. This “cable
association” procedure is the second optional method of
establishing a secure wireless connection.
1. Plug the power supply into the wall, and then plug the
DC connector into the Hub.
2. Attach the Hub to your computer using a standard USB
cable (mini-B to USB-A connector).
3. Open the Wireless USB Manager to set up the
Hub’s security.
4. Click on “New Connection”.
5. Select “Cable Association” and click “Next”.
6. The Wireless USB Manager will automatically detect the
Hub and provide customization options for the device
name and method of detection.
7. Click “Finish” to complete the setup.
8. Verify that you have established a wireless connection
through the Wireless USB Manager. You should have an
icon for the Hub showing two arrows pointing to
each other.
9. Station the Wireless USB Hub in range and connect your
devices to access them wirelessly.
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When the association procedure is completed, the Hub
by default automatically connects to the host computer
whenever it is within operating range. If desired, you can
select another method for how the Hub will wirelessly
connect to your computer. This setup may be changed later.
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Confirming Proper Installation
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To confirm that the Wireless USB Hub is properly installed,
check the Windows Device Manager. In the Device Manager,
you should see: “Belkin Wireless USB Hub” and “Dell
Wireless 400 Host Wire Adapter”.
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Proper Orientation of Antennas
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By design, Ultra-Wideband technology (UWB) radios
transmit at very low power levels. To achieve peak
performance, it is important to properly orient the antennas
on the Hub and your laptop.
As a general rule, the antennas should be positioned in
a vertical orientation relative to the horizontal plane. As
the antenna is integrated behind the laptop screen, we
recommend maintaining the screen vertical for optimal
wireless communication. Please see the illustration above
for an explanation. We also recommend that you place the
antennas in a direct line-of-sight orientation.
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Using the Wireless USB Manager
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The user interface for the Wireless USB Manager consists of
a window with three buttons. These buttons are:
• Settings
• Device
• Help
These three buttons within the Wireless USB Manager will
provide diagnostics, options, customization, and help with
your Wireless USB Hub. Clicking on the “Settings” button
will allow you to add a new connection and more through
the “Options” button.
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Options
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There are three tabs in the “Options” section of the Wireless
USB Manager.
General: This section will show the computer name
associated with your laptop as well as the MAC (media
access control) address of the internal Wireless Host
Adapter. There is also a toggle button to enable and disable
the internal Wireless USB Adapter.
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Diagnostics: This section of the utility will allow you to
diagnose problems related to the wireless connection.
Check the desired boxes and click “Run” to perform the
diagnostics test. The log will generate detailed information
on the status of the hardware.
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Advanced Options: This section offers a power
management option as well as the ability to change channels
and throughput enhancements. If you are experiencing
wireless connection problems, you may want to try changing
the wireless channel. For optimal performance, use
channel 13.
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The icon on the main screen of the Wireless USB Manager
will show your connection status and will allow you to
disconnect from the Hub or delete a wireless entry. You
can also choose the connection mode with the Hub. These
options include Automatic, Prompt to Connect, or Manual.
The icon for the Wireless USB Hub is not fixed and can be
changed if desired. Right-click on the icon to display
these options.
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System Tray
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When the Wireless USB Manager is running, the “Wireless
USB Manager” icon displays in the Windows System Tray.
Place your mouse over the icon to see whether the radio is
enabled or disabled.
Right-clicking this icon gives you the option to exit the
application, hide/show the application window, disable/
enable the radio, or access Help and About information.
Double-clicking this icon will bring up the “Wireless USB
Manager” application window. Alternatively going to
“Start > Programs > Dell WUSB > Wireless USB Manager”
can be used to launch the application.
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Maintenance
The following sections provide maintenance information and
troubleshooting advice.
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Troubleshooting
1. I have gone through the association procedure, but
still cannot connect to the Hub.
Check that the power supply is connected and that the blue
LED on the Hub is lit.
If you are sure there is power to the Hub, open the Wireless
USB Manager. On the opening screen, your Hub should be
one of the devices listed. If it is not, perform the cable- or
PIN-association procedure again.
If you see your device listed, make sure there are two green
arrows pointing to each other over the device icon. If the
software does not show a wireless connection, move your
Hub closer to the computer to see if that fixes the problem.
If neither of those steps work, try resetting your Hub by
unplugging the power-supply connector from the back of
the Hub, waiting a few moments, and then plugging it back
in. Note: After doing this, you must repeat the security-
association setup.
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2. I have a device installed but I still can’t seem to
connect to it. What should I check before
contacting Technical Support?
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Have you completed the one-time PIN- or cable-association
procedure? If so, please verify that the device you set up
appears in the main screen of the Wireless USB Manager. If it
does not, try the security-setup process again, following the
instructions carefully. You will be prompted when the process
has completed successfully. For cable-association, do not
unplug the cable until you receive this message.
Try moving the devices very close together to determine if
a connection can be made. Once the connection has been
made, begin moving them further apart to determine the
maximum operating distance for your environment. Note that
this distance could be reduced by large solid objects placed
between the two devices, such as a wall or refrigerator. The
best setup places the devices in a line-of-sight orientation.
Check the blue LED status light on the Wireless USB Hub.
When there is a good wireless connection, the blue LED
flashes at a constant rate.
Open the “Wireless USB Manager” application, select the
“Options” button, and try changing to a different channel
under the “Advanced Options” tab. Then, see if the devices
will connect.
If you used the cable-association procedure, verify that the
host USB port on your computer works properly. Do this by
connecting another USB device directly to it. If you are using
any additional extension cables for association, please remove
them and repeat the procedure.
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Maintenance
If possible, try the entire Hub installation process on
another PC to determine if there is a problem with only
the current system.
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Verify the following by referring to your computer
manufacturer’s support information:
A) that your system has the latest drivers (available from
the manufacturer) installed for the system’s chipset;
B) that your system is using the latest BIOS (“basic
input/output system”, software that controls basic
computer functions).
3. I have two hubs in my house. I can only get one at a
time to run.
You may have a situation in which both setups are trying
to access the same channel. Open the Wireless USB
Manager and click on “Settings > Options > Advanced
Options”. By default, both should operate instantly in the
same environment. If both hubs are set to the same channel,
change one of them to a different channel. The channel
range is 09–15.
4. I keep getting the message, “No Channels Available”,
when I try to use one of my hubs. What does
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If you have multiple hubs in the same environment, you
may have reached the limit of available channels. Free up a
channel by disconnecting Wireless USB communication on
one of the configured setups.
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Support for USB Classes
Audio devices (“USB Audio” class) and some webcams
(“USB Video” class), which have isochronous end points, are
not supported by the Hub.
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Technical Specifications
Model Number
UWB Chipset
F5U303 — Wireless USB Hub
WiQuest® WQST110 BB/MAC
+ WQST101 RF IC
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PHY Data Rate
Up to 480Mbps (automatically selected)
Frequency Range
3.1GHz to 4.8GHz; supporting
3 sub-bands, 528MHz each
RF Modulation Type
Max. Output Power
Multiband OFDM
80 μW (-41.25 dBm/MHz max.)
Max. Power Consumption
Hub — 15W (3A @ 5VDC from
external power supply)
USB Power Drive
Powers up to 4 USB external
devices (500mA @ 5VDC each)
USB Association Type
LED Indicators
PCB Size
Host GUI-based association
Wireless link, Hub port status
Hub — 61mm x 94mm
Antenna
Hub — external UWB
omnidirectional antenna
Operating
Temperature Range
32° F to 131° F (0° C to 55° C)
Operational Humidity
PHY Compliance
30%–85%
Complies with WiMedia®
PHY spec. rev. 1.0
FCC Compliance
Complies with FCC CFR 47
Part 15 subpart F; UWB intentional
radiation and subpart B
USB Hub Compliance
OS Compliance
Coexistence
Complies with Wireless USB
Specification 1.1
Windows Vista 32-bit/64-bit;
Windows Plug-and-Play-compliant
Coexists with standard
WiMedia devices
Coexistence with co-located additional
dongles or Wireless USB systems
(FFI, TFI schemes)
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FCC Statement
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES
FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street,
Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility
that the product:
F5U303 to which this declaration relates:
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation. This equipment may only
be operated indoors. Operation outdoors is in violation of 47
U.S.C. 301 and could subject the operator to serious
legal penalties.
Belkin International, Inc., Limited Lifetime
Product Warranty
What this warranty covers.
Belkin International, Inc. (“Belkin”) warrants to the
original purchaser of this Belkin product that the product
shall be free of defects in design, assembly, material,
or workmanship.
What the period of coverage is.
Belkin warrants the Belkin product for the lifetime of
the product.
What will we do to correct problems?
Product Warranty.
Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective
product free of charge (except for shipping charges for
the product).
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What is not covered by this warranty?
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All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is
not provided to Belkin for inspection upon Belkin’s request
at the sole expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin determines
that the Belkin product has been improperly installed, altered
in any way, or tampered with. The Belkin Product Warranty
does not protect against acts of God such as flood,
lightning, earthquake, war, vandalism, theft, normal-use wear
and tear, erosion, depletion, obsolescence, abuse, damage
due to low voltage disturbances (i.e. brownouts or sags),
non-authorized program, or system equipment modification
or alteration.
How to get service.
To get service for your Belkin product you must take the
following steps:
1. Contact Belkin International, Inc., at 501 W. Walnut St.,
Compton CA 90220, Attn: Customer Service, or call (800)-
223-5546, within 15 days of the Occurrence. Be prepared
to provide the following information:
a. The part number of the Belkin product.
b. Where you purchased the product.
c. When you purchased the product.
d. Copy of original receipt.
2. Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then
instruct you on how to forward your receipt and Belkin
product and how to proceed with your claim.
Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin
product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for
inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin
determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship
the damaged equipment to Belkin, Belkin may designate, in
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its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect and
estimate the cost to repair such equipment. The cost, if any,
of shipping the equipment to and from such repair facility
and of such estimate shall be borne solely by the purchaser.
Damaged equipment must remain available for inspection
until the claim is finalized. Whenever claims are settled,
Belkin reserves the right to be subrogated under any existing
insurance policies the purchaser may have.
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How state law relates to the warranty.
THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY
OF BELKIN. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR, EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW,
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OR
CONDITION OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND SUCH IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, IF ANY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE
TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply
to you.
IN NO EVENT SHALL BELKIN BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF THE SALE
OR USE OF ANY BELKIN PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF
THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights, which may vary from state to state.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental, consequential, or other damages, so the above
limitations may not apply to you.
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