USB-IF HWA-based PDK
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Significant Contributors
Chris Bauer, USB-IF
Rahman Ismail, Intel Corporation
Rich Minter, Intel Corporation

Revision History
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Table of Contents
1.

Summary ................................................................................................................. 4

2.

Introduction............................................................................................................. 4

3.

Scope ....................................................................................................................... 4

4.

Implementation ....................................................................................................... 4

5.

References .............................................................................................................. 4

6.

Workstation Preparation ........................................................................................ 6

6.1.

Equipment and Materials ................................................................................................6

6.2.

PDK System Requirements ............................................................................................7

6.3.

Hardware Configuration ..................................................................................................7

6.3.1.

PDK Dimensions........................................................................................................7

6.4.

Software Configuration....................................................................................................7

6.4.1.

PDK SW Installation ..................................................................................................7

6.5.

Hardware Configuration ..................................................................................................8

6.5.1.

PDK Assembly...........................................................................................................8

6.5.2.

Device Manager Driver Reference ............................................................................8

7.

USB-IF HWA-based PDK ...................................................................................... 10

7.1.

Graphs & Figures ..........................................................................................................10

7.2.

HWA PDK Limitations ...................................................................................................11
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Tables
1. Summary
This document illustrates USB-IF HWA-based PDK technical installation and
operation. The procedures should be preformed by a qualified systems technician.
Instructions included in this document: System
Preparation PDK
Assembly PDK
Installation
2. Introduction
This document is provided as a resource from Intel Corporation for the installation
of the USB-IF HWA-based PDK and is recommended when installing the USB-IF HWA-
based PDK Host for the first time or as a training refresher.
3. Scope
Instructions will cover workstation setup, system hardware requirements, and
software installation guidelines. All three are required to ensure the PDK product will
function properly. The workstation setup environment, system hardware specifications, and
software installation have been tested by qualified Intel hardware technicians. Any
deviation may result in unpredictable behavior in the Wireless USB Host product (PDK).
4. Implementation
A PC with the USB-IF HWA-based PDK Hardware will provide a Wireless USB Host
controller that will allow Wireless USB devices as defined by the Wireless USB
specification to connect to it. Following this documentation will provide a baseline system,
providing a development test system for the development of Wireless USB devices.
Furthermore this document is not a substitution for any referenced documentation.
5. References
Wireless USB Specification Revision 1.0
http://www.usb.org/developers/wusb/


PDK System Overview
http://www.usb.org/developers/estoreinfo/PDK_Overview/PDK_Overview/HWA



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Acronyms
EEPROM Electrically
Erasable
Programmable Read-Only Memory
ESD
Electro Static Discharge
CCA
Clear Channel Assessment
DUT
Device Under Test
DFU
Device Firmware Utility
FW
Firmware
HW Hardware
HWA
Wireless Host Wire Adapter Interface
I/O
Input / Output
MAC
Media Access Controller
MB Motherboard
MPI
MAC PHY Interface
NC No
Connection
OS Operating
System
PC Personal
Computer
PCB
Printed Circuit Board
PCI Peripheral
Component
Interconnect
PCLK
PHY Clock Signal
PDK
Product Development Kit
PHY Physical
Layer
RF Radio
Frequency
RXEN
Receive Enable Signal
SMA
Sub Miniature version A Coax Cable Connection
TXEN
Transmit Enable Signal
USB
Universal Serial Bus
USB-IF
Universal Serial Bus Implementers Forum
UWB Ultra
Wide
Band
WUSB
Wireless Universal Serial Bus USB-IF HWA-based PDK
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6. Workstation
Preparation

6.1.
Equipment and Materials
1. Product Development Kit
a. USB-IF HWA-based PDK USB Dongle
b. 2 WATT, DC to 18 GHz SMA Attenuator Impedance: 50 OHMS (-30 dB or a value
that emulates a 1 to 2 meter loss in over the air attenuation)
c. RF Cable, DC to 24GHz SMP to SMA adapter cable
d. 3 RF Cable, DC to 24 GHz SMA Male to SMA Male
e. Technical
Documentation
f. Software and Drivers
2. Recommended Computer System

Current model Desktop PC with available USB ports (preferably available front panel USB
ports).
3. 5/16 Torque Wrench Calibrated to 8 lb-in
4. Recommended: UWB/Wireless USB Protocol Analyzer
5. Optional: Spectrum Analyzer 30Hz -18GHz
6. Optional: Logic Analyzer USB-IF HWA-based PDK
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6.2.
PDK System Requirements
Recommended system requirements: The following system requirements are tested
and ensure the highest system stability for the PDK. Any modifications to this list of
hardware may result in system related failures or system crashes.

ATX or BTX Mid Tower Desktop System Case
Intel Desktop Board (or equivalent) with 2 adjacent USB Ports, for PDK dongle
clearance
Intel Pentium 4 processor 1.8GHz or Higher clock speed
512MB of RAM or higher
450V Power Supply or higher power rating with AC Power Switch DVD/CD-Rom
Drive
40GB or Higher Hard Disk with 10GB of free space
Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse
Windows Operating System

6.3. Hardware
Configuration
6.3.1. PDK
Dimensions
1.
Extra space is recommended for the USB component side-to-side clearance. The
outside dimensions of the PDK may obstruct the connection of adjacent USB
devices or cables to the USB Host A receptacles. HWA Length from the USB A connector to rear housing = 3.5 [88.9 mm] HWA Width from the PCB mounting surface = 1.13 [28.6 mm] HWA Height from the top of the PCB mounting surface bezel to the backside of
the mounting surface bezel = 0.43 [11.0 mm]
2.
An RF SMP connection is attached to HWA circuit board to provide an external RF
cable or antenna connection. One SMP to SMA RF adapter cable and one 3 RF
interconnect cable is provided with the PDK, antennas are not included. All RF
testing should be conducted only.
3.
No assembly is required before operating the HWA.
6.4. Software
Configuration
6.4.1.
PDK SW Installation
1.
Install the recommended Wireless USB files provided by approved software
vendors before attaching the PDK HW.
2.
Install the Wireless USB-CV.msi file. NOTE: The PDK WUSB-CV software is
proprietary software provided by the USB-IF or their representative. The HWA
PDK DFU FW is product specific. Wireless USB-CV installs with the latest
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After the Wireless USB Software installation is finished, shutdown and restart the
PC then after windows loads insert the WUSB hardware in an available USB A port
receptacle.
4.
After the PDK A receptacle insertion, when the OS loads Windows with the PDK for
the first time the PC will find a new device connected to the PC.
5.
The New Hardware Wizard install will prompt the user to install a driver for the new
Wimedia Device.
6.
The first time windows loads this driver the (DFU) device firmware utility must be
loaded. NOTE: If the incorrect driver is selected the PC will not recognize the PDK
7.
It may be necessary to navigate (Browse) to the Program Files\USB-IF Test
Suite\Wireless-USBCV\Driver\HWA\ folder during driver file installation if the
installation wizard does not locate the DFU and HWA driver.
8.
Find more information regarding proprietary software setup at the USB-IF website.
6.5. Hardware
Configuration
6.5.1. PDK
Assembly
1.
HWA PDK dongle is the Wireless Host Controller Interface. Attach the SMP to
SMA adapter cable, 3 cable and attenuator if necessary. Refer to Figure 1.0.
2.
NOTE: Do not apply excessive stress to the SMP to SMA adapter cable as the
SMP mating connection may induce attenuation loss from the undue cable strain.
3.
Conducted test bed setup documentation is available at the USB.org website.
6.5.2.
Device Manager Driver Reference
1.
Once the driver installation is complete. Navigate to the Device Manager to
confirm proper i