Docking Station with Video User’s Manual
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual is designed for use with the Docking Station with Video. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Introduction .......................................................................................................1 Features ............................................................................................................................. 2 Package Contents .............................................................................................................. 2 System Requirements....................................................................
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual 6. Regulatory Compliance ..................................................................................23 FCC Conditions .............................................................................................................. 25 CE ................................................................................................................................... 25 WEEE Information ............................................................................
1. Introduction 1. Introduction The Docking Station with Video is a unique expansion unit designed for computers that have extra connectivity demands. Just with one USB port on the computer, its connection can be extended not only to USB peripherals, Ethernet network, speaker, microphone but also an additional monitor.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual Features Great expansion unit for computers with extra connectivity demand Extends connectivity to USB peripherals, Ethernet network, speaker, microphone, and even an additional monitor Creative appearance complements any home or office space Industry-standard security lock slot for anti-theft purpose Windows Vista compatible Plug-and-Play Hot pluggable; add or remove devices without system reboot Resumes from hibernation and suspend modes Package C
1. Introduction Assembly and Disassembly The docking station comes with a base plate to make it self-standing. To assemble the docking station, slide the body of the docking station firmly as shown below. Make sure a click is heard to ensure the body snaps into place. To disassemble the docking station, hold the base with one hand and then use another hand to push the docking station firmly as shown below.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual Front Panel Power LED: Glows when the docking station is powered. USB Hub LED: Glows when any of the four USB downstream ports is connected to a USB device. 2 USB 2.0 downstream ports: For connection to USB peripherals. 3.5 mm stereo audio output port: For connection to stereo headphones or speakers. 3.5 mm stereo microphone input port: For connection to an external microphone for recording.
1. Introduction Rear Panel 4 USB 2.0 downstream ports (A type female connector): For connection to USB peripherals. 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port: For connection to the Ethernet network via a network cable (not provided). DVI video output port: For connection to a VGA or DVI monitor. For DVI model, if you want to connect to a VGA monitor, use the provided DVI to VGA adapter for connection. USB upstream port: For connection to the USB port of the host computer.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual 2. Installation As the docking station with video comprise several components and some components require specific installation procedure, please follow the steps described in this manual to install the drivers first and then make the connection. A. On Windows 2000 / XP / Vista To install the Ethernet Driver: 1. Insert the provided CD into your disc drive, locate and double-click the Setup.exe file under x:\Driver\Ethernet where x is your disc drive letter.
2. Installation 3. Please click I Accept after reading the statement of “SOFTWARE END USER LICENCE AGREEMENT FOR DISPPLAYLINK MIRROR DRIVER and DISPLAYLINK GRAPHICS ADAPTER SOFTWARE”. Do not connect the docking station to your computer at this stage. Please proceed to next section to continue with the video component installation. 4. Please wait while Windows configures DisplayLink Core Software. Your screens may temporarily go black or flash during this process. 5.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual Note: If your primary monitor became black when you connect Docking Station to your computer, please right-click on the desktop and choose Property on your remote monitor. Then select Settings label to review your setting of monitor. (Note: The string after USB_XXXX_XXXXXX will vary by different products.
2. Installation B. Connecting the Docking Station to Computer 1. Assemble the docking station by sliding the main body onto the base plate to make it self-standing. 2. Plug the power cord of the power adaptor into the DC IN jack on the back of the docking station and then connect the power adapter to a working electrical outlet. The Power indicator on the front panel glows when the docking station is powered on. 3.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual • Or, it can be connected to an analog VGA monitor using the privided DVI-I to VGA adapter and a VGA cable (not provided). Upon the connection it’s normal that the screen flicks black a couple of times. Once the connection is done, an extended screen will appear on the add-on monitor. Sometimes it takes time for the add-on monitor to show the video. Please wait for while.
3. Using the Docking Station with Video 3. Using the Docking Station with Video USB 2.0 Ports The four USB ports on the docking station function just like the ports on a USB hub. Just connect any USB device to the docking station’s USB ports when required. All the four USB ports provide power when the computer is either off, suspended or hibernated. This means you can use the USB port for power charging purpose. The USB port supports hot-plug feature.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual section. If you want to use your original sound card for music playback, make sure to select it instead of USB (Multimedia) Audio Device.
3. Using the Docking Station with Video Video Port Display Modes There are several ways you can utilize the monitor attached on the docking station. The add-on monitor can be configured to use either “mirror mode”, “extended mode” or be the primary display as described in this section. Extend Your Windows Desktop to Add-on Monitor (Default) In this so-called “extended mode”, your display will be spread over the add-on monitor(s).
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual 5. Click OK to close the settings screen. (Note: The string after USB_XXXX_XXXXXX will vary by different products.) Once the setting is done, to use your extended desktop, simply drag and drop your open windows over to your second monitor. However, note that some applications may not support display on the extended desktop.
3. Using the Docking Station with Video Video and DVD Playback in Extened Mode On Windows Vista with extended mode, it’s suggested that you run video or DVD playback programs on your primary monitor instead of the add-on monitor to ensure the playback performance. Mirror Your Windows Desktop This mode is referred to as “mirror” or “clone” mode. In this mode, your original screen (the primary display) will be mirrored to the add-on monitor.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual Be the Primary Monitor To make the add-on monitor the primary display: 1. Position the mouse anywhere on your computer desktop, right-click and select Personalize > Display Settings on Vista or Properties > Settings on XP/2000. 2. In the Display drop-down menu, select the option ends with DisplayLink Graphics Adapter. 3. Check the This is my main monitor box on Vista or Use this device as the primary monitor box on XP/2000.
3. Using the Docking Station with Video The software supports the modes listed below.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual cloned desktop. It is recommended that the primary display resolution be changed to closer match the default resolution of the add-on monitor. To configure the three components (resolution, color depth and refresh rate) of a screen mode, follow these steps: 1. Position the mouse anywhere on your computer desktop, right-click and select Personalize > Display Settings on Vista or Properties > Settings on XP/2000. 2.
3. Using the Docking Station with Video 6. Click OK to close the settings screen. (Note: The string after USB_XXXX_XXXXXX will vary by different products.) Disconnecting the Docking Station If the docking station is unplugged from the computer, the add-on monitor goes blank. All windows and icons move to the primary screen. On reconnection of the docking station, the docking station returns to the same mode as it was before disconnection.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual How Standby or Hibernate Mode Affects Devices Attached to the Docking Station External Monitors When the docking station is connected to a computer and an external monitor, if the computer goes into standby or hibernate mode, the external monitor display goes blank. When the computer returns to an active state, the external monitor display keeps the same settings it had before the computer went into standby or hibernate mode.
4. Uninstalling the Drivers 4. Uninstalling the Drivers Uninstalling the USB or Ethernet Display Adapter Driver Please take these steps to uninstall Drive: 1. Open the Control Panel and double-click Programs and Features on Vista or Add or Remove Programs on 2000/XP. 2. Select USB or Ethernet Display Adapter…and click Uninstall or Remote 3. Click Yes to confirm the removal. 4. When prompted for system restart, click OK. 5. Click Yes to restart your computer.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual 5. Specifications General Host Interface USB 2.0 Operating System Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and Vista Support Ports and Connectors Upstream 1 x Upstream USB 2.0 Port (Type B female Connector) USB Hub Downstream 4 x Downstream USB 2.0 Port (Type A female connector) Ethernet 1 x Ethernet Port (10/100 Base-T Ethernet RJ-45 connector) Video 1 x DVI-I Port (24pin + 5pin Female Connector) Audio 1 x microphone (3.5 mm stereo audio in) 1 x headphones/speaker (3.
5. Specifications Network Standards IEEE 802.3: 10Base-T IEEE 802.
Docking Station with Video User’s Manual Main body without base: 36.
6. Regulatory Compliance 6. Regulatory Compliance FCC Conditions This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must accept any interference received. Including interference that may cause undesired operation.
