USER GUIDE WIRELESS USB SUPERBOOSTER EXTENDER Model: 29597 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction.................................................................................................................................................2 Features......................................................................................................................................................3 System Requirements.................................................................................................................................4 Package Contents.........
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the TruLink™ Wireless USB* Superbooster Extender. This product utilizes robust wireless technology, so you can connect an USB enabled device such as a printer, scanner, digital camera, or interactive whiteboard up to 150 feet away from your PC. With a highly reliable connection you can use this product in settings such as corporate offices, classrooms, or in your home office/entertainment system.
FEATURES Wireless connectivity up to 150 feet Reliable connection in the same room, in another room, or on another floor Easy setup, with software included Wireless specification: 2.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS PC with available USB Port CD-ROM drive for driver installation Windows® XP or Vista® At least 5MB free drive space 4
PACKAGE CONTENTS Wireless USB Host Adapter for your computer Wireless USB Device Adapter for USB device AC Power Adapter Quick Start Guide Driver CD User Manual 5
DEVICE OVERVIEW WIRELESS USB HOST ADAPTER 1.
DEVICE OVERVIEW WIRELESS USB DEVICE ADAPTER 1. Reset Button • This allows the device to be put in its default setting 2. Infra LED Indicator • Not active on this device 3. Link LED Indicator • This is a status indicator that the device adapter is active 4. Status LED Indicator • Indicates information being transmitted between the USB Device and Host Adapter 5. USB A port • Plug in a USB enabled device 6.
SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION IMPORTANT NOTE: • Please do not connect the USB PC Adapter into your computer’s USB port until the software prompts you to do so in the install process outlined below. • The screenshots in this user guide are specific to Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3). If you are not using Service Pack 3, the screens may slightly differ. • You must be logged in as an administrator and have administrative privileges on your PC to install the software.
SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Insert the CD supplied into the CD-ROM drive on your computer. The CD should automatically start and display a menu screen. Note: It the CD does not start automatically, click the Start button on the bottom left of your desktop screen, click Run, and type D:/Autorun.exe (“D” corresponds to the letter associated with your CD-Rom on your computer, and this letter may vary based on your PC CD-ROM drive configuration). Step 1 The welcome screen will appear.
SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION Click Next. Do not change any of the address settings. If you change the address settings, you might not be able to connect. Click Install.
SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION Plug in your USB Host Adapter to an available USB port on your PC. or Click Yes.
SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION Click Finish to exit the Installation Wizard. The USB Link utility will open, search, and find your USB Device Adapter. Your USB device that is connected to the Wireless USB Device Adapter will have its name displayed in the USB Link manager window. Your device is now ready for use.
SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION VERIFY CONNECTION To verify connection, upon installation of the software, you should see a new Wireless Network Connection (Figure: Wireless Network Connection Icon) that represents the Wireless USB Superbooster Extender in your Windows icon tray. You can float your mouse across the icon to view the status information or you can double click it to view the information (Figure: Wireless Network Connection Status).
USING THE WIRELESS USB SUPERBOOSTER EXTENDER USB LINK The USB Link manager allows you to monitor the connection of your Wireless USB Device Adapter. Here you can see the current data transfer rate, and change settings of your Wireless USB Host Adapter or Device Adapter. Upon installation of the software, a shortcut to the USB Link utility is installed in your Windows icon tray. At any time, you can open the USB Link by clicking the icon (Figure: USB Link).
USING THE WIRELESS USB SUPERBOOSTER EXTENDER USB LINK-OPTIONS Within the USB Link manager, you can adjust settings to personalize your configuration (Figure: USB Link- Options). Figure: USB Link-Options Choose Device Server If you have multiple Wireless USB Device Adapters connected, you can choose which Device Adapter you want to use in this window (Figure: Choose Device Server). You can click Search to search for any available Device Adapter.
USING THE WIRELESS USB SUPERBOOSTER EXTENDER Configure Device Server You have the ability to change characteristics of your Device Adapter in the Configure Device Server window (Figure: Configure Device Server). SSID- Is the name that will appear for your Device Adapter. You may change this name by typing in a different name that is recognizable to you. Channel- You can set a communication channel in the range of 1-11.
USING THE WIRELESS USB SUPERBOOSTER EXTENDER Configure Wireless PC Adapter In this window (Figure: Configure Wireless PC Adapter), you can configure your Wireless USB Host Adapter to settings that will work best for your application. SSID- Is the name that will appear for your Wireless USB Host Adapter. You may change this name by typing in a different name that is recognizable to you. Channel- You can set a communication channel in the range of 111, just as you can for the Wireless Device Adapter.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. What do I do if I get disconnected from my Wireless Device Adapter? If you get disconnected or can no longer connect to your device, you can right-click the USB Link icon in the Windows icon tray, select Choose Device Server from the Options, and highlight your USB Device Adapter. Then click Connect. 2.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Operating System Support Microsoft Windows XP/Vista Operating Range Up to 150 feet Frequency 2.4 GHz Number of Channel 11 channels Interface USB type A x 1, full speed Wireless Specification 2.4 GHz, DSSS, Internal Antenna Association Mode Pre-Association, Searchable Association Reset Switch Used to put unit in default settings Power Adapter 5V, 2A; 100-240VAC 1.
CABLES TO GO™ WARRANTY STATEMENT At Cables To Go, we want you to be totally confident in your purchase. That is why we offer a one year warranty on this device. If you experience problems due to workmanship or material defect for the duration of this warranty, we will repair or replace this device. To request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number, contact customer service at 1-800-293-4970 or www.cablestogo.com. Cables To Go 3555 Kettering Blvd. Moraine, OH 45439 1-800-826-7904 www.cablestogo.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ! Do not plug the unit in any outlet that does not have enough current to allow the device to function. Refer to the specifications in this manual for power level of the unit. ! Liquid: If this unit or its corresponding power adapter has had liquid spilled on or in it, do not attempt to use the unit. Do not attempt to use this product in an outdoor environment as elements such as rain, snow, hail, etc. can damage the product.
FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 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 frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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