SeaLevel HUB7P User manual

Sealevel Systems, Inc.
Sealevel.com
Phone [phone]
User Manual
Item# HUB7P

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Safety Instructions ..........................................................................................................................3
Introduction.......................................................................................................................................4
Features ..........................................................................................................................................4
Before You Get Started..................................................................................................................5
Advisory Conventions ...............................................................................................................5
What’s Included ...........................................................................................................................5
Optional Items..............................................................................................................................6
Installation .........................................................................................................................................7
Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7™Operating Systems ............................................7
Linux Support ...............................................................................................................................7
Hardware Description....................................................................................................................8
High-Retention Type B USB Connector ...............................................................................8
Status LEDs....................................................................................................................................8
Technical Specifications ...............................................................................................................9
Power Requirements ..................................................................................................................9
Dimensions....................................................................................................................................9
Weight..............................................................................................................................................9
Environmental Specifications .................................................................................................9
Manufacturing ..............................................................................................................................9
Appendix A - Troubleshooting................................................................................................ 10
Appendix B - How To Get Assistance ................................................................................... 11
Technical Support .................................................................................................................... 11
Appendix C –Silk Screen –HUB7P PCB................................................................................ 12
Appendix D –HUB7P Board Mounting Outline ................................................................. 13
Appendix E - Compliance Notices.......................................................................................... 14
Warranty........................................................................................................................................... 15
Warranty Policy.......................................................................................................................... 15
Non-Warranty Repair/Retest ................................................................................................ 15
How to Obtain an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) ................................. 15
Trademarks ................................................................................................................................ 15

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Electrostatic Discharges (ESD)
A sudden electrostatic discharge can destroy sensitive components. Proper packaging and
earthing rules must therefore be observed. Always take the following precautions.
Transport boards and cards in electrostatically secure containers or bags.
Keep electrostatically sensitive components in their containers, until they arrive at an
electrostatically protected workplace.
Only touch electrostatically sensitive components when you are properly earthed.
Store electrostatically sensitive components in protective packaging or on anti-static
mats.
Grounding Methods
The following measures help to avoid electrostatic damages to the device:
Cover workstations with approved antistatic material. Always wear a wrist strap
connected to workplace as well as properly grounded tools and equipment.
Use antistatic mats, heel straps, or air ionizers for more protection.
Always handle electrostatically sensitive components by their edge or by their casing.
Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry.
Turn off power and input signals before inserting and removing connectors or
connecting test equipment.
Keep work area free of non-conductive materials such as ordinary plastic assembly aids
and Styrofoam.
Use field service tools such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuum cleaners which are
conductive.
Always place drives and boards PCB-assembly-side down on the foam.

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With industrial and OEM applications increasingly adding USB devices, the need for more USB
ports becomes a necessity. The HUB7P is a powered USB 2.0 7-port hub that is perfect for
adding high-speed USB ports to industrial computing platforms.
The HUB7P is USB 2.0 compliant, providing a full 480M bps data rate to the host, and is
backwards compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices. The powered hub includes a wall-mount
AC adapter that supplies a full 500mA to each attached USB peripheral. The hub is housed in a
rugged plastic enclosure and status LEDs indicate external power, connection to the host, and
fault conditions.
To prevent accidental disconnection of the USB cable, the HUB7P integrates a high-retention USB
type "B" connector. Standard operating temperature range is 0°C to 70°C.
Features
High-retention USB type “B” connector prevents accidental disconnection of USB cable
Includes seven powered downstream USB ports with 500mA available per port
Status LEDs indicate external power, connection to host, and fault conditions
USB 2.0 compliant and backwards compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices
Housed in rugged, attractive plastic enclosure

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Advisory Conventions
Warning –The highest level of importance used to stress a condition where damage
could result to the product or the user could suffer serious injury.
Important –The middle level of importance used to highlight information that might
not seem obvious or a situation that could cause the product to fail.
Note –The lowest level of importance used to provide background information,
additional tips, or other non-critical facts that will not affect the use of the product.
What’s Included
The HUB7P is shipped with the following items. If any of these items is missing or damaged
please contact Sealevel for replacement.
HUB7P –Sealevel High Speed 7-Port USB 2.0 Hub
CA179 –72” USB ‘A’ to ‘B’ Device Cable
TR124 –Wall-mount AC power supply (5VDC @ 4A), locking DC connector
Sealevel Software CD –Manual Only

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Optional Items
Depending upon your application, you are likely to find one or more of the following items
useful with the HUB7P. All items can be purchased from our website or by calling +1 864-843-
4343.
USB Type A to USB Type A, 3 Meter Extension Cable (Item# CA214)
The CA214 is a fully rated USB extension cable that adds three
meters to any existing USB cable (maximum 5 meters). The CA214
has a type A male connector on one end and a type A female
connector on the other end.
USB Type A to USB Type B, 5 Meter Device Cable (Item# CA215)
The CA215 is a fully rated 5 meter device cable that connects USB
peripherals with a type B connector to the type A connector on a
host PC. This cable provides the maximum 5 meters (16 feet) for a
USB connection.
USB Type A to USB Type B, 72” Device Cable (Item# CA179)
The CA179 is a 72" USB device cable that connects USB peripherals
with a Type B connector to the Type A connector on a host
computer. The CA179 is USB 2.0 compliant and is compatible with
USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices.

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Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7™Operating Systems
1. The HUB7P is fully supported as a generic USB hub device in Windows
98/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7™operating systems and requires no separate driver. The
Sealevel Software CD is included only for distribution of the user manual and other
literature.
2. Simply connect the included wall-mount power supply to the HUB7P and then connect to
an AC outlet. When the unit is successfully powered, the green LED will light.
3. Using the included USB device cable, plug the HUB7P into an available USB port on your
host system.
4. The ‘Found New Hardware’ screen will appear and the hub will be automatically
recognized as a generic USB hub device. When the unit is successfully recognized by the
operating system, the yellow LED will light. During data transfers, this light will blink.
5. The hub is ready to use when you see the screen ‘Your USB hub is installed and ready to
use.’
Windows NT is not USB aware and thus cannot support this device.
Linux Support
USB devices are supported in Linux kernel v2.4 or better. Refer to the help files included with
your Linux distribution for specific instructions on adding generic USB hub devices.

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High-Retention Type B USB Connector
The upstream port integrates a high-retention type B connector that prevents accidental
disconnection of the USB cable. Seven powered downstream USB ports provide 500mA per port.
Status LEDs
Status LEDs are also included on the front of all SeaI/O modules to indicate the following
information:
ENABLE (Yellow) –Indicates that the hub is successfully communicating with the host
computer.
FAULT (Red) –Lights when there is a problem with a downstream USB port. Disconnect
the USB peripherals from the hub one at a time until the issue is isolated.
EXT PWR (Green) –Indicates that the hub is properly connected to an external power
source.

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Power Requirements
+5V @ 4A (Maximum) via locking 2.1mm Barrel plug
Dimensions
Length
Width
Height
9.2”
5.3”
1.7”
23.32cm
13.34cm
4.25cm
Weight
0.8 lbs/0.4 kg
Environmental Specifications
Specification
Operating
Storage
Temperature Range
0°C –70°C
(32°F –158°F)
-50°C –105°C
(-58°F –221°F)
Humidity Range
10 to 90% R.H.
Non-Condensing
10 to 90% R.H.
Non-Condensing
Manufacturing
All Sealevel Printed Circuit boards are built to UL 94V0 rating and are 100% electrically tested.
These printed circuit boards are solder mask over bare copper or solder mask over tin nickel.

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Appendix A - Troubleshooting
The HUB7M is a generic USB hub and should provide years of trouble-free service. Should the
device appear to not be functioning correctly, the following tips can eliminate most common
problems without the need to call Technical Support.
1. Make sure the power supply is connected to the hub and to a live AC power outlet. The
green LED on the front of the unit will be lit, indicating the hub is properly powered.
Inspect the power supply or call for a replacement if the green LED does not light after
connecting to power.
2. Make sure the hub is connected to a USB port using the included USB cable or quality
replacement USB cable. The yellow LED will be lit when the hub is properly enumerated
by the operating system.
3. The hub is supported in any USB aware operating system that supports generic USB hub
devices, including Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7™operating systems and Linux
(kernel v2.4 or better). Check to make sure that USB support is enabled in the System
BIOS and it is functioning properly in the operating system. This can be done by using
Device Manager in Windows.
4. If the red LED lights, there is a fault condition with one of the downstream USB ports.
When a downstream USB peripheral pulls more than 500mA of power, the over current
protection current will shut down the hub until the problem is resolved.
5. Disconnect your USB peripherals one at a time until the red LED goes out. Inspect the
problem USB peripheral and replace, if necessary. Try connecting a different USB
peripheral to the problem port. If the red LED lights on the same USB port with a
different device, contact technical support for further assistance.
If these steps do not solve your problem, please call Sealevel’s Technical Support at +1 864-
843-4343. Our technical support is free and available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Monday through Friday. For email support, contact [e-mail].