ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Product:Wireless LAN equipment Model: SBT200DI User Manual V2.
Table of Contents Part I. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 1 1.1. Features ............................................................................................................................ 1 1.2. System Requirements ....................................................................................................... 1 1.3. Getting to Know the Transmitter .......................................
FCC Warning This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
IC Caution RSS-Gen Issue 4 December 2014"&"CNR-Gen 4e Décembre 2014: - English: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. - French: Le présentappareilestconforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
Part I. Introduction The ScreenBeam USB Transmitter (used in conjunction with a ScreenBeam Series Wireless Display Receiver) wirelessly mirrors the content on a Windows 7, 8 (8.1) or 10 computer to an HDTV monitor. With the Transmitter, enjoy videos, photos, and movies on the best display available, or share a laptop screen with a conference room projector. The Transmitter supports up to 720p HD video, offering the convenience of wireless technology without compromising the HD experience.
l w Hard disk space: 150MB or more w Miscellaneous: available USB port Recommended system requirements(for video streaming): w Processor: AMD® A8 or Intel® Gen 3 Core™ i5 equivalent processor w Memory: 3 GB RAM or more 1.3. Getting to Know the Transmitter The ScreenBeam USB Transmitter is used for non-Miracast or non-WiDi laptops. The USB Transmitter has a single USB connection, used to connect to a USB port on a Windows 7/8/8.1/10 laptop computer not running Miracast or WiDi.
Part II. Connecting to a Receiver If the computer being used does not have Miracast or WiDi enabled, the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software must be loaded onto the computer connected with the Transmitter, and then the Receiver must be paired to the Transmitter. Make sure you have the following items handy: l ScreenBeam USB Transmitter l ScreenBeam Wireless Display software CD l A compatible computer running Windows 7, 8 (8.1) or 10 2.1.
5. The computer starts to install drivers for the Transmitter. See the Notification area in the lower right corner of the computer’s screen for details. 6. When the driver installation is finished, the Transmitter is ready for wireless display. 2.2. Pairing the Transmitter Before pairing the Transmitter, make sure the Receiver is connected to an HDTV monitor and powered on, and the Transmitter is connected to a computer. To pair the Transmitter: 1.
Note: If the ScreenBeam Wireless Display screen is not displayed after the software is launched, locate it in the Notification Area. Click the ScreenBeam Wireless Display icon to display the main screen. 3. The Add a ScreenBeam Receiver screen appears. Select the appropriate receiver, then click Connect.
4. A PIN (Personal Identification Number) appears on the HDTV monitor connected to the Receiver. Enter the PIN in the Add a ScreeBeam Receiver screen on the computer within 60 seconds, then click Next.
The Receiver and Transmitter are now paired, and the computer’s screen should be visible on the HDTV monitor. 2.3. Selecting a Wireless Channel The ScreenBeam Wireless Display software provides wireless channel selection, which allows the use of a specific channel (5GHz band) for its wireless connection. To select a wireless channel: 1. Start the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software, then click Add a receiver from the main screen. 2. The Add a ScreenBeam Receiver window appears.
Note: When selecting a wireless channel, “Auto” is the recommended choice. This setting allows the software to automatically select the clearest channel available. 3. Select the appropriate Receiver, then click Connect. The selected channel will be used. Note: l This channel is used for adding a new Receiver. l Availability of channels depends on the sales region. 2.3.1. Using Preferences You can also define a wireless channel from the Preferences window. To select a wireless channel: 1.
3. Reconnect the computer to the Receiver. The selected channel will be used. Note: l The wireless channel configuration in the Preferences window is used for persistence connection. Generally, “Auto” is recommended. l Availability of channels depends on the sales region.
Part III. Setting Wireless Display Preferences This chapter details how to adjust the Transmitter’s wireless display options. Most of these settings reside in the ScreenBeam Wireless Display Preferences window. 3.1. Preferences Window To open the ScreenBeam Wireless Display Preferences window, right-click the ScreenBeam icon from the Notification Area of the computer’s desktop. When the ScreenBeam options menu appears, click Preferences.
3.3. Wireless Channel The wireless channel on which the Receivers operate can be changed here. Auto is recommended; this setting automatically selects the clearest channel available. Note: Availability of channels depends on the sales region. 3.4. Display Content Display Content allows Receivers to be configured for an optimal viewing experience on the HDTV. By default, Video Playback is selected for better video display. Select Presentation/Slideshow for a better still image display. 3.5.
3.9. Windows Viewing Configuration There are two options here: Mirroring and Extended Desktop. 3.9.1. Mirroring By default, ScreenBeam mirrors the screen from the computer on the HDTV monitor. 3.9.2. Extended Desktop ScreenBeam can be used with Windows Extended Desktop mode on the computer, which creates a single desktop that stretches across both the computer screen and the HDTV monitor. To use Extended Desktop, toggle the display output type on the Windows 7/8/8.1/10 computer.
Part IV. Updating Software This chapter shows how to update the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software when using the ScreenBeam USB Transmitter with a Windows 7/8/8.1/10 computer. Note: Internet access is required for updating the software. Follow the procedure below to update the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software: 1. Make sure that ScreenBeam Wireless Display software is disconnected from the receiver.
3. The ScreenBeam Wireless Display application downloads the upgrade installation files. 4. When the download is complete, click Update and follow the onscreen instructions to upgrade the ScreenBeam Wireless Display application.
The ScreenBeam Wireless Display application has been updated.
Part V. Frequently Asked Questions This chapter lists a series of frequently asked questions concerning the operation of the ScreenBeam components. Note: Go to http://www.actiontec.com/screenbeam to access any FAQs created or updated after the publication date of this manual. I’ve inserted the software CD into the CD-ROM drive, but it doesn’t install. What should I do? In Windows Explorer, browse to the CD-ROM drive (e.g., D:), then locate and double-click the Setup.exe file.
No. Select Keep the current color scheme and don’t show this message again. ScreenBeam receiver displays a screen that seems to be larger than my TV can handle. How can I fix this? Right-click the ScreenBeam icon in Windows’ Notification Area at the bottom right of the desktop. A menu will appear. From the menu, select Preferences, then adjust the screen size. Why is my laptop/PC’s audio muted once I connect to ScreenBeam receiver? It is muted because the audio is now being broadcast through the TV.