StarTech.com HB31C3A1CME User manual

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ManualRevision:December2,2020
Product Diagram (HB31C3A1CME)
Front View
Rear View
Port Function
1USB-C Port
• SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
• Supports USB BC 1.2 charging
• Supports surge and 15KV ESD (Electrostatic
Discharge) protection
• Connect USB-C Peripheral Devices to the Hub
2USB-A Ports (x 3)
• SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
• Used to connect USB-A Peripheral Devices ( x 3) to
the Hub.
• Supports USB BC 1.2 charging
• Supports surge and 15KV ESD (Electrostatic
Discharge) protection
3Mounting Holes • Wall mount the Hub
• Mount the Hub to the side/underside of a Desk
4USB-C Host Port • SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
• Connect the Hub to a Host Computer
52-Wire Terminal Block • Connect an external DC Power Source (+7 - 24V DC
Input) to the Hub
6Power Input Port • Connect a DC 12V Power Source to power the Hub
4-Port Industrial USB-C™ 10Gbps Hub - 3x USB-A + 1 USB-C - ESD + Surge Protection
Package Contents
• USB Hub x 1
• Universal Power Adapter (NA, JP, UK, EU, ANZ) x 1
• Terminal Block Connector x 1
• USB Type-C to Type-C Cable x 1
• USB Type-C to Type-A Cable x 1
• Quick-Start Guide x 1
Requirements
For the latest requirements, please visit:
www.startech.com/HB31C3A1CME.
• Mounting Screws (x 2)
Tools
• Phillips or Flat Head Screwdriver
• Writing Utensil
• Level
Installation
Warning: Connect the Universal Power Adapter after all the other installation steps
have been completed.
Notes: There are two ways to power the Hub.
It is recommended to use an external DC Power Source or a Terminal Block Power
Source (+7 - 24V DC) connected to the 2-Wire Terminal Block to ensure full and
stable function.
Connect the USB Ports
1. Connect a USB Type-C to Type-C Cable (included) to the USB-C Host Port on the
rear of the Hub and to a USB-C Port on the Host Computer.
2. The Host Computer’s Operating System should detect the Hub and automatically
install it.
3. Connect the USB Peripheral Devices to the USB-C Port and the USB-A Ports (x3)
on the front of the Hub.
Power the Hub
Power the Hub Using the 2-Wire Terminal Block
1. Remove the Terminal Block Connector Housing from the rear of the Hub’s Casing.
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FCC Compliance 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, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device 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. Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Use of Trademarks, Registered Trademarks, and other Protected Names and Symbols
This manual may make reference to trademarks, registered trademarks, and other protected names and/or symbols of third-
party companies not related in any way to StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only
and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which
this manual applies by the third-party company in question. StarTech.com hereby acknowledges that all trademarks, registered
trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the
property of their respective holders.
PHILLIPS® is a registered trademark of Phillips Screw Company in the United States or other countries.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers, directors, employees or agents)
for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of
business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations
or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Safety Measures
• If product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.
Mesures de sécurité
• Si l’un des circuits imprimés du produit est visible, ne pas touchez le produit lorsqu’il est sous tension.
安全対策
• 製品に露出した状態の回路基盤が含まれる場合、電源が入っている状態で製品に触らないでください。
Misure di sicurezza
• Se il prodotto ha un circuito stampato visibile, non toccare il prodotto quando è acceso.
Säkerhetsåtgärder
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Wall Mounting
Note: It is recommended that Wall Studs are used when wall mounting this Hub.
1. Hold the Hub in the desired mounting location.
2. Mark the location of the Mounting Holes, using a Writing Utensil.
3. Draw a line connecting the two Mounting Holes, using a Level.
4. Hold the Hub in the desired mounting location, aligning the Mounting Holes on
the sides of the Hub with the Mounting Hole Marks created in step 2.
5. Insert the Mounting Screws (x 2) through the Wall Mounting Holes and into the
Wall.
6. Tighten the Mounting Screws until the Hub is securely fasten to the Wall, using a
Phillips Head Screwdriver.
2. Loosen the screws for the Terminals on the Terminal Block Connector, using a
Phillips or Flat Head Screwdriver.
3. Connect the Power and Ground Wires from the DC Power Source (+7 - 24V DC) to
the Terminals on the Terminal Block Connector, the Terminals are marked on the
Hub’s Casing.
Note: Ensure the polarity of the input power is correctly matched with the Terminal
Block Pins to ensure proper function.
Terminal Block Pins
4. Insert the Terminal Block Connector Housing back into the rear of the Hub.
Power the Hub Using the Universal Power Adapter
• Connect the Universal Power Adapter to the Power Input Port on the rear of the
Hub and to an AC Electrical Outlet.