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Getting Started

This manual provides a reference for end-users installing for the first time and using their hub afterwards. As well as a guide for product safety-related information. The MultiCharger14-2.4A is intended to be used in an indoor static environment in which the environment falls within the tested specifications to provide charge, sync and management functionality. Please see the Product Specifications section of this manual for information on the environment specifications.

Unpacking your product When you have received your product, please check the packing slip inside the box to ensure all contents and quantities are correct before opening. This is to avoid retesting and repackaging any items that are not required. When opening the packaging, use a suitable method to open the box i.e, do not use a knife. This is to ensure the product is not damaged. Personal Injury and Damage to the product There will be a label on the hub advising you to read the User manual before use. This will need to be removed before use as it may be covering host ports, vents etc.

What's Included​

  • MultiCharger14-2.4A Hub
  • 2m Mains power cable (Country specified on order including fuse for the UK plugs)
  • Power Supply Unit

Consumables and Placing Orders​

If you require any spare parts, such as cables, these can be ordered by quoting the product part number listed in the Product Specifications.

These can be ordered from the reseller or solution partner you purchased your MultiCharger14-2.4A from, or from Cambrionix directly.

Connecting to the mains​

Connect the Power Supply Unit (PSU) to the hub using the 4-Pin Mini-DIN plug. Connect the power cable to the PSU. Making sure you adhere to local safety regulations, connect the power cable to the 100 – 250 VAC mains power outlet and switch the hub on using the small power switch located adjacent to the power input connector on the hub. When the device is switched on, a LED next to the power input will be illuminated. The hub is now ready to charge attached devices.

Make sure you adhere to local safety regulations, connect the power cable to the socket and switch the power supply on. The hub is now ready to charge the attached devices.

Periodic inspections should be made to power supply cables and any USB cables for any signs of damage. If any damage is found, replace the damaged cord before further use.

Connecting devices to your MultiCharger14-2.4A​

Throughout this manual we will refer to "devices" this relates to the device you are connecting to the MultiCharger14-2.4A this could be any USB device such as a phone, tablet, USB drive or any other USB connected device.

Once you have your hub setup the next thing is to connect your devices to start using the MultiCharger14-2.4A. We would always recommend using the OEM cable supplied by the manufacturer of the device, so whatever cable is provided with the device use that cable to connect to the hub.

If your device has a USB plug (male connector) on it already then you can connect the device directly into the hub.

If the cable (or plug fitted to device) is not the same USB type as the socket (female connectors) on the MultiCharger14-2.4A then you will require an adaptor or a different cable.

Cables​

Some USB cables are data transfer only, and some are power delivery only. There are also options that can handle both tasks. Be sure to verify a cable's abilities before purchasing it and select a cable which can handle the speeds and power transfer that you require.

Charging​

Your MultiCharger14-2.4A will allow your device to charge at the maximum rate possible up to 2.4A. The way that charging takes place is the MultiCharger14-2.4A will provide the device with a capability to charge and the devices USB charging controller will determine the maximum amount of charge it wants to draw down.

Although a maximum charge rate of 2.4A is possible, the device itself determines the exact rate and as such you may not see the maximum amount of charging on every device type that is connected.