CME WIDI UHOST User Manual

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WIDI UHOST
OWNER’S MANUAL V06
Please read this manual completely before using this product. The pictures
in the manual are for illustration purposes only. They may differ from the actual
product. For more technical support content and videos, please visit the
BluetoothMIDI.com page.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
⚫ WARNING
Improper connection may cause damage to the device.
⚫ COPYRIGHT
Copyright © 2021 CME Pte. Ltd. All rights reserved. CME is a registered
trademark of CME Pte. Ltd. in Singapore and/or other countries. All other
registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
⚫ LIMITED WARRANTY
CME provides a one-year standard Limited Warranty for this product only
to the person or entity that originally purchased this product from an authorized
dealer or distributor of CME. The warranty period starts on the date of purchase
of this product. CME warrants the included hardware against defects in
workmanship and materials during the warranty period. CME does not warrant
against normal wear and tear, nor damage caused by accident or abuses of the
purchased product. CME is not responsible for any damage or data loss
caused by improper operation of the equipment. You are required to provide a

CME WIDI UHOST Specifications

General

Bluetooth Standard	Bluetooth 5
Design	Compact, portable
Connectivity	Bluetooth
Supported Protocols	MIDI over Bluetooth, USB MIDI
MIDI Standard	MIDI 1.0
Connectors	USB Type-C
Compatibility	iOS, Android, macOS, Windows
Range	20 meters
Power Source	USB powered
Input Interface	USB MIDI
Output Interface	Bluetooth MIDI

Summary

Important Information

Warning

Improper connection may cause damage to the device.

Limited Warranty

CME provides a one-year standard Limited Warranty for this product.

Copyright Notice

Copyright © 2021 CME Pte. Ltd. All rights reserved.

Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Avoid electrical shock, damage, fire, and other hazards by following basic precautions.

Unsupported Product

Incompatible USB MIDI Devices

Lists USB devices not compatible with WIDI Uhost, such as those needing special drivers or hub functions.

Connection

WIDI Uhost Usage Modes

Explains three modes: USB Host, USB Device, and Bluetooth central/peripheral.

USB-C Socket Functions

Details the roles and power capabilities of the USB Host/Device and USB Power sockets.

Push Button Operations

Explains operations for factory reset and setting Bluetooth role based on firmware.

WIDI Uhost Optional Cable Accessories

Included Cables

Lists optional USB-B OTG and USB micro-B OTG cables for connecting MIDI devices.

WIDI Uhost LED Indicator

Bluetooth LED Status

Explains the different states of the left LED (power, connection, data transfer, central mode).

USB Indicator LED

Explains the state of the right LED indicating USB power connection.

Using WIDI Uhost as USB Host

Connecting USB MIDI Devices

Step-by-step guide to connect class-compliant USB MIDI devices using the USB Host/Device socket.

Using WIDI Uhost as USB Device

Connecting to Computer/Host Device

Guide to connect WIDI Uhost to a computer or USB Host device as a USB device.

Connecting Multiple WIDI Devices

Pairing Two WIDI Uhosts

Instructions on how to connect two WIDI Uhost units via Bluetooth for automatic pairing.

Bluetooth Connectivity

Connecting to Bluetooth MIDI Devices

Steps to connect WIDI Uhost to other Bluetooth MIDI devices.

Connecting to macOS

Detailed steps for connecting WIDI Uhost to a macOS computer via Bluetooth.

Connecting to iOS Devices

Guide to connect WIDI Uhost to an iOS device using the 'midimittr' app.

Windows 10 Bluetooth MIDI Setup

Overview of Windows 10 Bluetooth MIDI connectivity and initial setup steps.

Connecting to Android Devices

Android Bluetooth MIDI Setup

Guide to connect WIDI Uhost to an Android device using the 'MIDI BLE Connect' app.

Group Connection

Bluetooth Grouping Setup

Instructions for setting up group connections with multiple WIDI devices via Bluetooth.

Managing Group Connections

Steps for creating, downloading, and managing Bluetooth device groups.

Advanced Features

USB Soft Thru Functionality

Explains how USB soft thru enables internal sound playback without a computer.

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Lists key technical details including technology, connectors, OS compatibility, latency, and range.

FAQ

Troubleshooting LED Issues

Addresses problems with the WIDI Uhost LED not being lit.

Troubleshooting MIDI Messages

Provides solutions for WIDI Uhost failing to send or receive MIDI messages.

Troubleshooting Host Power Issues

Explains why WIDI Uhost might not provide power when acting as a host.

Troubleshooting Wireless Connectivity

Discusses issues with connecting to other BLE MIDI devices and wireless signal quality.

Contact Information

Support and Website

Provides contact email and website for technical support and product information.