Connection and start-up
• Connect the hub/card reader to a free USB3.0 port on your computer. The computer
does not need to be switched off.
When the hub/card reader is supplied with power, the blue LED on the upper
side lights up.
The operating system of your computer will detect the new hardware, and automa-
tically install the required driver; they are already present in the operating system.
• Now connect your USB devices to the USB ports. Depending on the USB device, the
operating system launches the driver installation.
Of course, you can also connect and use USB2.0 and USB1.1 devices on the
USB3.0 hub.
Information for powering USB devices
According to the USB3.0 standard, a USB3.0 port provides a current of 900 mA (e.g. the
USB3.0 port on your computer).
However, many USB3.0 devices only require a much lower current, e.g. USB flash
drives. Other USB3.0 devices are powered by their own power supply unit (e.g. large
USB3.0 hard drives).
The USB3.0 hub supplied here does not include a power supply unit, therefore only
a total current of about 800 mA is left for the three USB ports (the USB3.0 hub itself
requires about 100 mA).
As a consequence, please do not connect USB devices with high power input.
Reading from/writing to memory cards
The integrated card reader has two slots for different memory cards. The memory
card used is integrated into the system in the same way as a conventional removable
media drive. When the memory cards are accessed for reading or writing, the LED on
the hub/card reader flashes.
For instance, with Windows file manager, you can read the data on the memory card
(or store data on the memory card) in the same way as you use the hard disk or a USB
stick.
It is not possible to use the SD and microSD slot simultaneously, because
both share the same data lines.
Removing a memory card
When the memory card is being accessed for reading/writing, wait until it has finished
(The LED on the hub/card reader stops flashing and remains lit permanently).
Then remove the memory card carefully from the memory card slot.
If the memory card is extracted during read/write access, the data on the
memory card can be damaged and a reformatting of the memory card may
be required afterwards.
The same applies for disconnecting the USB connection.
Tips and notes
a) General
• It is necessary to connect the hub/card reader to a USB3.0 port on the computer so
that it is possible to use the fast data transfer.
• If the hub/card reader is connected to a USB2.0 port, make sure that the USB2.0
port can supply a power current of 500 mA (for e.g. the USB port of a computer or a
USB hub with its own power supply unit). There is only one current of 400 mA in total
available for the devices connected to the 3 USB ports of the hub/card reader. That
is enough for a USB mouse or a USB keyboard for example. but not for a 6,35cm/2,5“
hard drive without a power supply unit.
b) Card reader
• Ensure that the read-only access (slide switch on the memory card; if available) is
disabled, when deleting from or writing to SD memory cards.
In some SD memory cards, the slide switch is very smooth and is pressed acciden-
tally when inserting into the SD memory card slot.
• Always remove the memory card from the card reader before switching off the com-
puter. The same applies for when the card reader is to be disconnected from the PC.
c) Hub
• The card hub/card reader is USB2.0 and USB1.1-compatible. This means that nor-
mal USB2.0 and USB1.1 devices can be used without any problems on the USB3.0
hub. However, this will not speed up the USB2.0/ USB1.1 devices.
• In order to take advantage of the high speed provided by USB3.0, all the devices
must support USB3.0: The USB device itself (e.g. an external hard disk), the USB
hub/card reader and the USB controller in the computer.
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Operating instructions
3-Port USB3.0 Hub with SD card reader
Item no. 1342481
Intended use
The product is designed for connection to a computer with a USB3.0 interface in or-
der to provide additional USB3.0 ports. Additionally, an SD and microSD memory card
reader is integrated.
Always observe the safety instructions and all other information included in these
operating instructions.
This product complies with the applicable national and European requirements. All
names of companies and products are the trademarks of the respective owners. All
rights reserved.
Package contents
• Hub/Card reader
• Operating instructions
Explanation of symbols
This symbol points to specific risks associated with handling, operation or
use.
The “arrow” symbol points to special tips and operating information.
Safety instructions
Damage due to not following these operating instructions will void the
warranty! We do not assume any liability for any resulting damage!
We do not assume any liability for material and personal damage caused
by improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions. In such
cases, the warranty will be null and void.
• The unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the product is not
permitted for safety and approval reasons (CE). Do not disassemble the
product.
• The product is not a toy and should be kept out of the reach of children.
• The product is only intended for use in dry, enclosed spaces, it must not
get damp or wet.
• When setting up the product, make sure that the cables are neither kinked
nor pinched.
• Do not apply force when connecting the USB plugs. A USB plug fits only in
one direction into the USB socket.
Similarly, memory cards should be inserted into the correct slots on the
device.
• Prevent the following adverse conditions at the location of installation and
during transport:
- Dampness or excessive humidity
- Extreme cold or heat, direct sunlight
- Dust or flammable gases, fumes or solvents
- Strong vibrations, impacts or blows
- Strong magnetic fields such as those found in the vicinity of machinery
or loudspeakers
• Do not leave packaging material carelessly lying around, as it could be-
come a dangerous plaything for children.
