Alereon AL5705 AL5705 PCI-e Express Card User Manual UG AL5705 PCIe EC Rev1 0
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AL5705 Users Guide
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Rev 1.0 – Jul 2008 Confidential Release Under Alereon NDA
USER GUIDE
ABSTRACT
This document provides operational guidance for the AL5705.
1.0 OVERVIEW
The Alereon AL5705 Worldwide PCI-Express (PCIe) Wireless USB ExpressCard allows Ultra-wideband (UWB) wireless data transfer and interoperability
with other Certified Wireless USB devices. Certified Wireless USB is the new wireless extension to USB, combining the speed and security of wired USB
technology with the convenience and ease-of-use of wireless. Certified Wireless USB supports robust high-speed wireless connectivity by utilizing the
common WiMedia UWB radio platform developed by the WiMedia Alliance. UWB technology offers a solution for high bandwidth, low cost, and low power
consumption. Certified Wireless USB is the first high-speed wireless personal interconnect technology to meet the needs of multimedia consumer electronics,
PC peripherals, and mobile devices. Certified Wireless USB preserves the functionality of wired USB while eliminating the tangle of cable connections.
Figure 1. AL5705 Enclosure and PCB
2.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Your AL5705 PCIe ExpressCard solution package should contain all the items shown in Figure 1. In addition, there will be a CD containing all software
(including drivers) and documentation for the AL5705. See Table 1 for package contents.
Table 1. AL5705 PCIe ExpressCard Package Contents
1 AL5705 Worldwide PCIe Wireless USB ExpressCard
2 Antenna
3 Documentation/Software CD (not shown)
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3.0 PRODUCT FEATURES
• Certified Wireless USB offers guaranteed interoperability with other Certified Wireless USB devices.
• Eliminates networking cable clutter.
• Windows XP and Vista compatibility via included software drivers.
• Compact designs help prevent desk clutter.
• Full one year warranty (see enclosed warranty sheet for details).
• 55–480 Mbps data rates, depending on range, application, and ambient wireless conditions.
4.0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
The following specifications are necessary for each computer using the AL5705 PCIe ExpressCard solution:
• PCIe slot -equipped PC
• Windows XP with Service Pack 2 and the .NET Framework 2.0 installed, or Windows Vista
• 1 GHz (or greater) processor
• 256 MB (or more) memory
• At least 50 MB of free hard-drive space
• At least one other Certified Wireless USB device with which to communicate
5.0 RANGE
In normal home and business environments, Alereon recommends that the AL5705 be placed within 10 meters of the Certified Wireless USB devices with
which it is communicating for best operations. Under ideal circumstances and with properly configured Certified Wireless USB devices (such as the AL5604
USB dongle), the AL5705 PCIe ExpressCard is capable of significantly longer ranges, but these are not guaranteed. Likewise, in environments with heavy
EMF shielding or significant radio frequency (RF) noise, the hub and other Certified Wireless USB devices may need to be placed closer together for optimal
performance.
6.0 SETUP
Perform the following steps to get your AL5705 PCIe ExpressCard and running:
1. Remove all items from the packaging and inspect them for damage. If any appear to have been damaged in shipping, please contact Alereon Technical
Support via this web form: http://www.alereon.com/contact-us/.
2. Put the Documentation/Software CD into the PC to which you wish to attach the Hub. An install program will automatically start running after insertion
(if not, please double-click on the program icon on the CD, or reset your permissions to allow the program to run).
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver and software for the hub.
4. Attach the hub to the PC by plugging it into the USB port.
Warning: Operation of this unit is authorized by the FCC only with the antenna furnished. Substitution or alteration of the antenna or its connection may void
the user’s authority of operate this device.
5. Follow the remaining interactive software instructions to configure the hub for operation.
6. Once you have finished these steps, your AL5705 PCIe ExpressCard should be working.
7.0 OPERATIONS
For details on how to use the Certified Wireless USB software, please see the Alereon Software Guide.
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8.0 FCC COMPLIANCE
8.1 Compliance Statement
The following compliance statement applies to the AL5705:
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.
8.2 FCC Requirements
8.2.1 Modification Voids Compliance Warning
Warning: Changes or modifications to the AL5705 not expressly approved by Alereon can void the your warranty and place the AL5705 outside FCC
equipment authorization.
8.2.2 Electromagnetic Interference Control
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is any signal or emission, radiated in free space or conducted along power or signal leads, which endangers the function
of radio navigation or other safety services (telephones and cellphones are considered to be safety services), or seriously degrades, obstructs, or repeatedly
interrupts a licensed radio communications service. Radio communications services include but are not limited to: AM/FM commercial broadcast, television,
cellular services, radar, air traffic control, pagers, and personal communications services (PCS). These licensed services, along with unintentional radiators
such as digital devices, including computer systems, contribute to the electromagnetic environment.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) is the ability of items of electronic equipment to function properly together in the electromagnetic environment. While
the AL5705 PCIe ExpressCard has been designed and determined to be compliant with regulatory agency limits for EMI, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If it does cause interference with radio communications services, which can be determined by turning
the device on and off, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient the receiving antenna
• Relocate the device with respect to the victim receiver
• Move the device away from the victim receiver
• Plug the device host into a different power outlet than the victim receiver so that the device system and receiver are on separate branch circuits
If necessary, consult your system service representative or an experienced radio/television technician for additional help in resolving interference.
9.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
Below are troubleshooting steps to resolve the most common problems with your AL5705 PCIe ExpressCard.
Problem: Installation Software does not start after CD is inserted
Solution: If the CD-ROM does not start the Alereon Software Installation program automatically, other applications could be interfering with the CD drive. If
the Alereon Software Installation screen does not appear within 30 seconds, double-click on the "My Computer" icon. Next, double-click on the
CD-ROM drive in which the Installation CD has been placed to start the installation. If the installation does not start automatically, right-click to
select "Explore", then double-click on the installation icon.
Problem: ExpressCard not working
Solution: If the LED indicators do not light up, your ExpressCard may not be powered up. Verify that the ExpressCard is plugged firmly into a PC slot. Check
to see that the drivers for the ExpressCard have been installed. Right-click on the "My Computer" icon on your desktop. Choose "Properties" and
navigate to the "Device Manager" and see if your AL5705 PCIe ExpressCard is listed without any errors. If an error is indicated, contact Alereon
technical support, as indicated in Section 6.0.
Problem: Other software errors
Solution: For other software errors or driver difficulties, please see the Alereon Software Guide.
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REVISION HISTORY
Date Version Description
07/xx/2008 1.0 Initial Release
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