Dell WR517 Wireless Receiver User’s Guide Model: WR517 Regulatory model: WR517b
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Contents About Your Receiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Identifying Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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About Your Receiver Introduction The Dell Wireless Receiver enables your laptop computer, Tablet & Mobile Phone devices to display your screen image on the connected display via Wi-Fi Direct interface. When you connect the Laptop, Tablet & Mobile Phone to the Dell Wireless Receiver, you can access the mouse & keyboard connected to the receiver to control the Compute device (Laptop, Tablet or Mobile Phone).
Screws HDMI Cable • Drivers and Documentation Media • Quick Setup Guide • Wireless Safety and Regulatory Information Product Features The Dell WR517 wireless receiver features include: 6 • Wireless connectivity via IEEE 802.11 ac, bluetooth, and Screencast. • The connectivity makes it simple and easy to connect with legacy and new systems. • Screenovate drivers/app to support additional/enhanced HID sharing features will be included for Windows® 7/8.x/10. • Security-lock slot.
Identifying Parts and Controls Right Side View Label Description Use 1 HDMI port Connect your receiver and display with the HDMI cable. 2 Micro USB port Connect to the USB downstream port on the display for power charging. 3 USB downstream port Connect your USB keyboard and mouse. 4 LED indicator Notifies the power status of yours receiver. A solid white light indicates that power is on; when the light goes off, the receiver stops working.
Left Side View Description Label 1 Security-cable slot Use Secures the receiver with security lock (optional purchase). Back View Label 1 8 Description Mounting holes | About Your Receiver Use For attaching the Wireless Receiver to your display.
Wireless Receiver Specifications Physical Characteristics Model WR517 Signal cable type Digital: HDMI, 19 pins Dimensions Height 15 mm (0.59 inches) Width 86 mm (3.39 inches) Depth 121 mm (4.76 inches) Weight Weight with packaging 0.24 kg (0.52 lbs) Weight with cables 0.39 kg (0.85 lbs) Supported Video Modes Model WR517 Video display capabilities 480p, 720p, 1080p Electrical Specifications Model WR517 Video input signals HDMI 1.
Security WPA, WPA2 Content DRM HDCP 2.2 Environmental Characteristics Model WR517 Temperature Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) • Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) • Shipping: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) Non-operating Humidity Operating 10% to 80% (non-condensing) • Storage: 5% to 90% (non-condensing) • Shipping: 5% to 90% (non-condensing) Non-operating Altitude Operating 5,000 m (16,404 ft) (maximum) Non-operating 12,192 m (40,000 ft) (maximum) • 187.
Pin Assignments HDMI Connector Pin Number 19-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable 1 TMDS DATA 2+ 2 TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD 3 TMDS DATA 2- 4 TMDS DATA 1+ 5 TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD 6 TMDS DATA 1- 7 TMDS DATA 0+ 8 TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD 9 TMDS DATA 0- 10 TMDS CLOCK+ 11 TMDS CLOCK SHIELD 12 TMDS CLOCK- 13 CEC 14 Reserved (N.C.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface This section gives you information about the USB ports that are available on the receiver. NOTE: This receiver is Super-Speed USB 3.0 compatible. Transfer Speed Full speed Data Rate 12 Mbps Power Consumption 4.5 W (Max, each port) USB Downstream Connector Pin Number 9-pin Side of the Connector 1 VCC 2 D- 3 D+ 4 GND 5 SSTX- 6 SSTX+ 7 GND 8 SSRX- 9 SSRX+ USB Port • 2 downstream - side NOTE: USB 3.0 functionality requires a USB 3.0-capable device.
Setting Up the Receiver Connecting Your Wireless Receiver with a Display WARNING: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. NOTE: The Wireless Receiver is equipped with an antenna of the radio transmitter, so we recommend that you keep a safe distance of 20 cm at least between the receiver and you.
6 Turn On the display and the Wireless Receiver will be activated at the same time. NOTE: You may turn Off the Wireless Receiver by disconnecting the micro USB cable from the display. NOTE: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the display may vary.
Mirroring Your Device's Screen on the Display Setting Up Wireless Connection Dell Wireless Receiver allows you to wirelessly display and manage content. Wireless display is supported by Windows® 8.1, Windows® 10, Android™ 5.0 or newer version operating systems via Screencast. Wireless display is supported by Windows® 7 via Dell Wireless Monitor Software. When the input source for the display is set to HDMI, the Dell wireless home screen allows you to configure more advanced wireless settings.
Label Item 1 SSID (Service Set Identifier) Description Displays the network name (SSID) of your wireless receiver broadcasted over Wi-Fi and identified by your smart devices. You may change the name, see Band Selection. 2 Settings The Settings menu is your main hub for your wireless receiver and general settings. See Using the Settings menu. 3 Information and Assistance For further information or assistance, visit Dell Support website: www.dell.
Factory Reset About Select OK to restore default settings. Selecting Cancel will quit without saving. Select to view the current version number. Connecting the Display via Screencast or Screen Mirror To wirelessly connect the receiver with your computer, click the link below of the operating system (OS) you are using to see more details. • Using Windows® 10 • Using Windows® 8.
2 Select the SSID name as displayed on your display from the list. Video 3 When a 8-digit pin code displays, enter the pin code accordingly into your device. After the connection is accepted, your device will start projecting images to your display. Permission to connect "xxxxxx" is a new device trying to connect.
Changing the Projection Mode 1 Select Project from the Action Center. Project 2 Select your Projection Mode.
Disconnecting from a Device 1 Select Connect from the Action Center. Connect 2 Select Disconnect and your device will stop projecting images to your display.
Using Windows® 8.1 NOTE: The illustrations below are for reference only and may differ from your actual computer screen based on the settings, version, and the language of your operating system. Connecting to a Device 1 Select Devices from the Charms bar. Devices 2 Select Project from the Devices menu.
3 Select Add a wireless display from the Project menu. Second Screen Add a wireless display 4 When a 8-digit pin code displays, enter the pin code accordingly into your device. After the connection is accepted, your device will start projecting images to your display. Permission to connect "xxxxxx" is a new device trying to connect. To approve, enter the pin code below: XXXXXXXX NOTE: You may control the projected images with keyboard and mouse connected to your display.
Changing the Projection Mode 1 Select Devices from the Charms bar. Devices 2 Select Project from the Devices menu.
3 Select your Projection Mode. Duplicate Extend Second screen only Disconnecting from a Device 1 Select Devices from the Charms bar.
2 Select Project from the Devices menu. Project 3 Select Disconnect and your device will stop projecting images to your display.
Using Windows® 7 NOTE: Download the Dell Wireless Monitor Software before making wireless connection to your Wireless Receiver. NOTE: The illustrations below are for reference only and may differ from your actual computer screen based on the settings, version, and the language of your operating system. Connecting to a Device 1 Open the Dell Wireless Monitor Software and it will automatically search for available devices.
3 When a 8-digit pin code displays, enter the pin code accordingly into your device. After the connection is accepted, your device will start projecting images to your display. Permission to connect "xxxxxx" is a new device trying to connect. To approve, enter the pin code below: XXXXXXXX Changing the Projection Mode 1 Click on the Dell Wireless Monitor Software. 2 Select your Projection Mode.
Disconnecting from a Device 1 Click on the Dell Wireless Monitor Software. 2 Click Disconnect and your device will stop projecting images to your display. Wireless Monitor Dell xxxx PC only Disconnect Duplicate Extend Second screen only Using Settings on an Android™ Smartphone Use Settings to connect to a Device 1 Open the Settings menu of your device. 2 Tap Display, then tap Screen Mirroring (depending on your device manufacturer, the name may be different). 3 Tap Cast.
Using Dell Wireless Monitor App on an Android™ Smartphone Connecting to a Device 1 Turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection on your Android device. NOTE: If the Bluetooth on your Android device is turned on before making the connection, you will be able to control the casted screen with keyboard or mouse connected to your display after connection is made. 2 Tap to activate the Dell Wireless Monitor app on your Android device.
3 Tap Cast Settings. 4 Tap the SSID name as displayed on your display.
5 When a 8-digit pin code displays, enter the pin code accordingly into your device. After the connection is accepted, your device will start projecting images to your display. Permission to connect "xxxxxx" is a new device trying to connect. To approve, enter the pin code below: XXXXXXXX NOTE: If your device settings differ from those shown above, please refer to your device manual for Cast Screen connection instructions.
2 Tap Cast Settings. 3 Tap the display name that is Connected.
4 Tap DISCONNECT and your Android device will stop projecting images to your display. DISCONNECT DISCONNECT NOTE: To check whether your device is supported, please visit Dell Support website: www.dell.com/wirelessmonitors or refer to your device manual or contact your device manufacturer for compatibility. Updating Software of Wireless Receiver With the OTA (over-the-air) upgrade feature, the Dell Wireless Monitor can be upgraded to the most up-to-date version.
Connecting Keyboard and Mouse Dell Wireless Monitor allows user to control device from a single keyboard and mouse connected to the display. NOTE: Make sure Dell Wireless Monitor Software has been installed before using a keyboard or mouse to control the computer or Android device. NOTE: The function support standard keyboard and mouse only. 1 Connect the keyboard or mouse to the USB downstream port of the display.
Troubleshooting WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. Product Specific Problems Specific Symptoms What You Experience No Input Signal No picture, the when user LED light is white controls are pressed Possible Solutions • Check the signal source. Ensure the computer is not in the power saving mode by moving the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard. • Check whether the signal cable is plugged in properly.
Appendix WARNING: Safety Instructions WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical hazards, and/or mechanical hazards. For information on safety instructions, see the Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information (SERI). FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance website located at www.dell.
