Extron electronics USB HUB4 Series User manual

68-1735-01 Rev. D
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User Guide
USB HUB4 Series
USB Hubs
AAP and MAAP USB Hubs

Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions • English
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alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.
ATTENTION: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended
to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.
For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF
compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and
Regulatory Compliance Guide, part number 68-290-01, on the Extron website,
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FCC Class A Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause interference. This interference must be corrected at the expense of the user.
NOTES: For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF
compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and
Regulatory Compliance Guide” on the Extron website.
VCCI-A Notice
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Conventions Used in this Guide
Notifications
The following notifications are used in this guide:
CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury.
ATTENTION : Risque de blessuremineure.
ATTENTION:
• Risk of property damage.
• Risque de dommages matériels.
NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.
Specifications Availability
Product specifications are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.
Extron Glossary of Terms
A glossary of terms is available at http://www.extron.com/technology/glossary.aspx.

viiUSB HUB4 Series • Contents
Contents
Introduction ............................................... 1
About this Guide.................................................. 1
About the USB HUB4.......................................... 1
Features .............................................................. 1
Application Diagram ............................................ 2
Installation................................................. 3
Installation Overview ............................................ 3
Rear Panel Features ............................................ 4
Connecting to the Captive Screw USB Port..... 5
Connecting the External Power Supply ............ 6
Front Panel Features............................................ 9
Mounting.................................................. 10
Mounting the USB HUB4................................... 10
Wall or Furniture Mounting ............................. 10
Rack Mounting .............................................. 14
UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting................... 14
Extron Warranty ....................................... 16
FCC Class A Notice............................................. iv
VCCI-A Notice..................................................... iv
Notifications......................................................v
Specifications Availability ......................................v
Extron Glossary of Terms......................................v

USB HUB4 Series • Introduction 1
Introduction
• About this Guide
• About the USB HUB4
• Features
• Application Diagram
About this Guide
This guide contains information about the installation and operation of the Extron
USBHUB4AAP and the USBHUB4MAAP. The terms “hub” and “HUB4” refer to both
models interchangeably when instructions apply to both.
About the USB HUB4
The USBHUB4AAP and USBHUB4MAAP are compact, four-port USB hubs designed to
mount within a double-sized Extron AAP or MAAP frame. They enable multiple USB devices
to be connected to a single USB port on a host computer and can be mounted in a variety
of locations. The MAAP models are available in a black or white finish. The AAP models are
available in black and white.
Features
• USB 2.0 compatibility — The HUB4 is compatible with USB 2.0, enabling
communication with a variety of USB peripheral devices.
• Supports data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps — Allows high speed transfer from
thumb drives and other mass storage devices.
• Four port output hub with 5 V, 500 mA available on each port — Allows
simultaneous connection to multiple peripheral devices such as mass storage devices,
keyboards, mice, or other HID – Human Interface Devices. When used with an energy-
efficient external universal power supply, the USB HUB4 can provide 5 V, 500 mA on
each port for attached peripheral devices.
• Choice of USB Type B and captive screw host inputs — A captive screw
input option and overall shallow depth allows installation in junction boxes, behind
whiteboards, in lecterns, and other space-constrained environments.
• Mounting options — The HUB4 faceplate can be mounted on a wall, furniture, or in
Extron architectural products (such as HSA Hideaway Surface Access enclosures) that
accept double-sized MAAP or AAP connector panels.
• Power — The USB HUB4 can be powered directly from a computer via the USB
connection, or with an optional Extron PS 1215 external 1.5 A, 12 VDC power supply
(see www.extron.com for more information).
• Front panel LEDs — The Activity LED lights when a peripheral device has been
recognized by the host and is in communication with it. The Power LED lights with the
USB HUB4 is receiving power.

USB HUB4 Series • Introduction 2
Application Diagram
The following diagram shows an example of a USBHUB4AAP mounted to an MLM
wallplate and installed in a podium.
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Figure 1. Application Diagram for a USBHUB4AAP
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USB HUB4 Series • Installation 3
Installation
• Installation Overview
• Rear Panel Features
• Front Panel Features
Installation Overview
1. If using an electrical junction box or a mounting bracket, install it in the wall or furniture
(see Wall or Furniture Mounting on page10).
2. Mount the USB HUB4 into an appropriate sized AAP or MAAP mounting frame, rack
space frame, or other Extron listed product (see Mounting the hub to a mounting
frame on page12).
NOTES:
• The equipment is to be installed in Extron UL Listed products, which
accept Architectural Adapter Plates (AAPs) or Mini Architectural Adapter
Plates (MAAPs) or installed in a Listed two-gang junction box with provided
faceplate.
• Use an AAP or MAAP blank for any unused faceplate openings.
3. Connect the USB HUB4 to the host computer in either of the following ways:
• Using the USB mini B connector: Connect a USB A to USB mini-B cable
(provided) to the USB mini-B port on the HUB4 rear panel.
• Using the green captive screw USB In port: Remove the Type B or Type mini-B
terminator from a USB A to B or A to USB mini-B cable and insert the wires from
the cable into the 5-pole USB In port. This method may be necessary if space is
limited (see Connecting to the Captive Screw USB Port on page5).
NOTE: Choose one of these two methods to connect the HUB4 to the host
computer. Do not connect the host computer to both HUB4 connectors at the
same time.
4. (Optional) If the USB peripheral devices that are connected to the HUB4 require more
power than the hub can provide, wire an optional Extron PS 1215 external 1.5 A,
12 VDC power supply to the Power In port on the rear panel (see Connecting the
External Power Supply on page6).
5. (Optional) If using an electrical junction box, mount the HUB4 and mounting frame to it
(see Mounting the hub to a wall box on page12). If using a mounting bracket, this
step is not needed.
6. Connect the peripheral USB devices to the front panel USB A ports.
7. Power on the host PC and, if applicable, the desktop power supply.
8. Check the front panel power indicator LED to verify that the HUB4 is receiving
power.

USB HUB4 Series • Installation 4
Rear Panel Features
The rear panels of the USBHUB4AAP and USBHUB4MAAP models contain two types of
USB In ports, either of which can be used for the USB cable that connects the computer to
the HUB4.
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Figure 2. USBHUB4AAP and MAAP Rear Panels
APower input — If using an Extron external 12 VDC power supply to power the HUB4,
connect it to the first two pins (labeled In) of this 4-pole, 3.5 mm direct insertion captive
screw port (see Connecting the External Power Supply on page6).
If desired, connect another Extron wall mounted device (for example, an
MLC 104 IP Plus AAP mounted with the HUB4) to the third and fourth pins (labeled
Out). Both devices can then be powered from the single connected power supply
(power loop out).
If the HUB4 is powered from the computer via the USB connection, this port is not
used.
NOTE: Ensure that your system power requirements do not exceed the capacity
of the Extron 12 VDC power supply. The current is limited to 100 mA per port
when the devices are powered via the USB port; 500 mA per port when they are
powered via the power supply.
BCaptive screw USB In port — Connect a USB A to unterminated USB B or USB
mini-B cable from the computer to this 5-pole 3.5 mm captive screw port (see
Connecting to the Captive Screw USB Port on page5).
CMini-B USB In port — Connect a USB A to USB mini-B cable from the computer to
this USB mini-B port.
NOTE: Only one host can be connected to the USB In ports at a time. If two hosts
are connected, the HUB4 defaults to the host attached to the USB mini-B port.
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USB HUB4 Series • Installation 5
Connecting to the Captive Screw USB Port
It is recommended to connect a computer to the HUB4 by plugging the mini-B end of the
provided USB cable into the USB port on the rear panel. If space is limited, use the captive
screw USB In port instead, prepare and connect the cable as follows:
1. Cut off the B end of a USB A to USB B or USB A to USB mini-B cable. Do not remove
the USB A connector.
2. Strip away the exterior jacket and the foil insulation from the unterminated end of the
cable to expose 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) of the wires and shield.
ATTENTION:
• Do not cut or remove the braided shield.
• Ne pas couper ou retirer le blindage tressé.
Red
White Green
Black
Shield T
ype A connector
Figure 3. USB A to B (or mini-B) Cable with the USB B Connector Removed
3. Twist the exposed shield strands together.
4. Strip 1/8 inch (4.5 mm) of the insulation from the end of each colored wire of the cable.
5. Connect the colored wires and the twisted shield to the HUB4 as described below.
Note that each pin of the port is labeled above with the color of the wire that should be
connected to it (R, W, G, and B), based on the USB standard for wiring color schemes.
• V+/R — +5 VDC. Connect the red wire to this port.
• D-/W — Data –. Connect the white wire to this port.
• D+/G — Data +. Connect the green wire to this port.
• –/B — Ground. Connect the black wire to this port.
• S— Shield. Connect the braided shield to this port.
6. Plug the A end of the USB cable into a USB port on the computer (see figure4 on
page6).
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USB HUB4 Series • Installation 6
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Figure 4. Connecting the PC to the USB Captive Screw Port
Connecting the External Power Supply
If the peripheral devices connected to the HUB4 require more power per port than the
100 mA that is provided through the computer or if you want to drive an additional device
from the same power source, attach an Extron PS 1215 external 1.5 A, 12 VDC power
supply to the hub to increase the power to 500 mA per port.
NOTES:
• It is recommended to use a 12 VDC external power supply if planning to use
flash drives or web cams, because those devices typically require greater than
100 mA.
• If only a keyboard and mouse are being powered, 100 mA is usually sufficient.
• Use only the Extron PS 1215 power supply with the USB HUB4.
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USB HUB4 Series • Installation 7
ATTENTION:
• Always use a power supply provided by or specified by Extron. Use of an
unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance certification and may
cause damage to the supply and the end product.
• Utilisez toujours une source d’alimentation fournie ou recommandée par Extron.
L’utilisation d’une source d’alimentation non autorisée annule toute conformité
réglementaire et peut endommager la source d’alimentation ainsi que le produit
final.
• The power supply shall not be permanently fixed to building structure or similar
structure.
• La source d’alimentation ne devra pas être fixée de façon permanente à une
structure de bâtiment ou à une structure similaire.
• The installation must always be in accordance with the applicable provisions of
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, article 725 and the Canadian Electrical
Code part 1, section 16.
• Cette installation doit toujours être en accord avec les mesures qui s’applique
au National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70, article725, et au Canadian Electrical
Code, partie1, section16.
• Do not place the power supply within environmental air handling spaces or the
wall cavity.
• Ne pas placer les sources d’alimentation dans une zone de traitement de l’air ni
dans une cavité murale.
• If not provided with a power supply, this product is intended to be supplied by a
UL Listed power source marked “Class 2” or “LPS” and rated at 12 VDC and a
minimum of 1.1 A and suitable for an ambient temperature of 50°C.
• Si le produit n’est pas fourni avec une source d’alimentation, il doit être alimenté
par une source d’alimentation certifiée UL de classe 2 ou LPS, avec une tension
nominale 12 Vcc, 1,1 A minimum, et supporter une température ambiante de
50°C.

USB HUB4 Series • Installation 8
Wiring the power connector
Follow these steps to wire the Extron external power supply:
1. Connect the power supply to the In pins (first and second) of the Power direct insertion
captive screw port as illustrated in figure5.
USB IN
RWGB
+V D- D+ S
IN OUT
WIRE COLOR
POWER
12V
1.1A MAX
+
+
--
-
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Power Supply
Output cord
A
Figure 5. Wiring the Power Connector
2. (Optional) To power an additional wall-mounted Extron device via the USB HUB4, wire
the additional device to the Out pins (third and fourth) of the Power direct insertion
captive screw port.
Figure 6 shows the HUB4 connected to a WM Series Extender, which is mounted in the
wallplate next to the HUB4.
NOTE: Always take into consideration the total power consumption of the system.
Maximum: Maximum peaking
and gain
Medium: Mid-level peaking
and gain
Normal: Unity gain
Circuit
board
Faceplate
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Figure 6. Providing Power to an External Device via the USB HUB4
3. Plug the external power supply IEC connector into an AC power source.
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USB HUB4 Series • Installation 9
Front Panel Features
HUB4 USB AAP
A
A
A
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B
B
B
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ACTIVITY
C
C
C
Figure 7. USBHUB4AAP Front Panel
HUB4 USB MAAP
ACTIVITY
C
C
C
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
USB HUB4 MAAP
ACTIVITY
Figure 8. USBHUB4MAAP Front Panel
AUSB hub ports — Connect up to four USB peripheral devices (for example, a
keyboard, mouse, or web cam) to these female USB A ports. Each USB port provides
100 mA of power when the HUB4 is powered via the host computer or 500 mA when
it is powered by an Extron PS 1215 1.5 A, 12 VDC external power supply (see figure6
on page8).
BActivity LED — This LED lights when any peripheral device is enumerated (has been
recognized and has had communication established) by the USB host and is currently
communicating with it.
CPower LED — This LED lights if the HUB4 is receiving power through either an external
power supply through the Power In port or the rear panel USB host port.
NOTES:
• If the host computer is providing power to the HUB4, the power LED on the front
panel illuminates only if the host PC is powered on.
• If the HUB4 is powered by the optional Extron PS 1215 1.5 A, 12 VDC power
supply, the LED illuminates regardless of whether or not the host computer is on.
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USB HUB4 Series • Mounting 10
Mounting
Mounting the USB HUB4
The USB HUB4 can be mounted to a wall, on a rack, in furniture, or in an Extron
architectural product, such as a cable cubby or HSA. Recommended mount kits and
architectural product for the USB HUB4 are listed on the Extron website.
NOTES:
• The equipment is to be installed in Extron Listed products, which accept
Architectural Adapter Plates (AAPs) or Mini Architectural Adapter Plates (MAAPs)
or installed in a Listed two-gang junction box with provided faceplate.
• Use an AAP or MAAP blank for any unused faceplate openings.
Wall or Furniture Mounting
The HUB4 can be attached to a wall, podium, or other flat surface with either a stud-
mounted wall box or with a wall mounting bracket (such as the Extron MR or MR D Series).
Both types of installations require a double-spaced AAP or MAAP mounting frame (such as
the AAP 102 or the CPM101).
Installing the wall box or mounting bracket
Use a UL Listed one-gang sized wall box or mounting bracket for the HUB4 MAAP or a UL
Listed two-gang box or bracket for the AAP model. Install cables into the wall, furniture, or
conduits before installing the wall box or bracket.
NOTE: The illustrations in this section show examples of a one-gang box mounting. The
procedures for mounting to a two-gang box are the same.
If using a wall box, the mounting site must be deep enough for both the box and the cables.
The box should be at least 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) deep.
1. Place the wall box or mounting bracket against the installation surface and mark
guidelines for the opening on the wall or furniture.
2. Cut out the material from within the marked area.
3. Insert the wall box or bracket to check the size and fit of the opening. Enlarge or
smooth the edges of the opening as needed.
4. If using a wall box, feed the cables through the punched out holes in the box and
secure the cable clamps to provide strain relief.
5. Exposed cable shields (braids or foil) are potential sources of short circuits. Trim back or
insulate shields with heat shrink (see figure9 on page11).

USB HUB4 Series • Mounting 11
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Figure 9. Grounding the Outer Braided and Foil Shields for a Wall Box
Installation
CAUTION: To prevent short circuits, cut back the outer foil shield to the point
where the cable exits the cable clamp. Both braided and foil shields should be
connected to an equipment ground at the other end of the cable.
ATTENTION : Afin d’éviter les court circuits, réduisez le blindage en aluminium
extérieur jusqu’à ce que le câble sorte de la cosse de câble. Le blindage tressé et
le blindage en aluminium devraient être connectés à la masse d’un équipement à
l’autre bout du câble.
Insert the wall box or mounting bracket into the opening, and attach it to the wall, stud, or
furniture, leaving the front edge flush with the outer wall or furniture surface (see figure10).
Installation Cable
Cable Clamp
Wall Stud
Installation Cab
le
Cable Clamp
Wall Stud
Screws or NailsScrews or Nails
Figure 10. Attaching a Wall Box to a Wall Stud
• To attach a wall box to wood, use four #8 or #10 screws or 10-penny nails. A
minimum of 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) of screw threads must penetrate the wood.
• To attach a wall box to metal, use four #8 or #10 self-tapping sheet metal screws or
machine bolts with matching nuts.
• If using a mounting bracket, follow the directions included with the bracket to attach
the clips that fasten the bracket to the wall or furniture.
NOTE: Cable and test the HUB4 before mounting it to the wall box, mounting
bracket, or furniture.
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USB HUB4 Series • Mounting 12
Mounting the hub to a mounting frame
If the HUB4 is mounted to a wall box or mounting bracket, it must first be mounted into
an AAP or MAAP mounting frame, such as the Extron AAP 102 or CPM101 listed at
www.extron.com.
Follow the steps below to mount the HUB4 into the appropriate size mounting frame.
USBHUB4AAP
1. Insert the four threaded studs on the back of the front panel through the holes in an
AAP mounting frame and seat the HUB4 in the two-gang opening of the frame.
2. Attach the provided hex nuts to the studs on the back side of the frame (see figure11).
AAP 102 Mounting Fram
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AAP 102
Extron
USB HUB4 AAP
USB HUB4 AAP
ACTIVITY
Figure 11. Mounting a USBHUB4AAP to a Two-gang Mounting Frame
USBHUB4MAAP
1. Place the HUB4 MAAP in the one-gang opening in the mounting frame.
2. Insert the included hex screws through the HUB4 front panel mounting holes and the
holes in the MAAP mounting frame.
3. Attach the provided hex nuts to the screws on the back of the frame.
Mounting the hub to a wall box
To mount the HUB4 to an electrical junction box in a wall or furniture:
1. Mount the HUB4 into a mounting frame as described in Mounting the hub to a
mounting frame.
2. Attach all power and USB cables to the HUB4 rear panel ports and test the system.
3. Attach the mounting frame with the attached HUB4 to the wall box, using the two
included mounting screws (see figure12 on page13).
NOTE: Use an AAP or MAAP blank for any unused faceplate openings.
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