USB 2.0 to VGA Quick Installation Guide Introduction The USB 2.0 to VGA allows you to connect an additional display to your desktop or notebook PC and use it as an extended desktop or as an additional larger/different display for your main screen. Features and Benefits • • • • Compliant with USB specification, Rev.2.
System Requirements • • • Pentium® 4 1.5GHz or equivalent PC An available USB 2.0 port Windows® 8 (32-/64-bit) / 7 (32-/64-bit) / Vista (32-/64-bit) / XP (32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 & 2008 (32-/64-bit) / Server 2008 R2 / 2000 Package Contents • • • USB 2.0 to VGA Driver CD Quick installation guide Layout VGA port USB port Figure 1: USB 2.
Installation Make sure the proper version driver for your graphics card is installed, the USB to VGA is not designed to work with Windows' Standard VGA Graphics Adapter driver. Warning: DO NOT plug the USB 2.0 to VGA adapter into your computer's USB port until you are instructed to do so. The driver installation will fail when the adapter is plugged in prematurely. Windows 8 (32-/64-bit) / 7 (32-/64-bit) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Insert the driver CD, close the CD autoplay box if prompted.
6. 7. 8. Select Yes, I want to restart my computer now, then click Finish. This step could take several minutes to appear. While Windows is restarting, connect your second monitor to the USB 2.0 to VGA and turn it on. When Windows resumes, plug the USB 2.0 to VGA into the computer, the driver will install automatically. Windows Vista (32-/64-bit) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 4 Insert the driver CD. At the AutoPlay box: Double click Setup. If AutoPlay doesn't start: Click Start, in the Start Search box, type D:\setup.
6. 7. Plug the USB 2.0 to VGA into the computer, the driver will install automatically. Restart Windows to complete installation. Windows XP (32-/64-bit) / Server 2003 (32-/64-bit) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Insert the driver CD. Click Start, then Run. Type D:\setup.exe, click OK. (Change D: to match your CD/DVD-ROM drive letter) Click Next, select I accept the terms of the license agreement, then click Next. Click Continue Anyway up to three times. At InstallShield Wizard Complete, click Finish.
Windows Server 2008 (32-/64-bit) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Insert the driver CD. At the AutoPlay box: Double click Setup. If AutoPlay doesn't start: Click Start, in the Start Search box, type D:\setup.exe, press Enter. (Change D: to match your CD/DVD-ROM drive letter) Click Next, select I accept the terms of the license agreement, click Next. Click Install up to 3 times. Skip this step if not prompted. Click Finish. Connect your second monitor to the USB 2.0 to VGA and turn it on. Plug the USB 2.
2. 3. 4. 5. If AutoPlay doesn't start: Click Start, in the Search programs and files box, type D:\setup.exe, press Enter. (Change D: to match your CD/DVD-ROM drive letter) Click Next, select I accept the terms of the license agreement, click Next. Select Yes, I want to restart my computer now, then click Finish. While Windows is restarting, connect your second monitor to the USB 2.0 to VGA and turn it on. When Windows resumes, plug the USB 2.
2. 3. 4. 5. Click Next, select I accept the terms of the license agreement, click Next, then click Finish. Connect your second monitor to the USB 2.0 to VGA and turn it on. Plug the USB 2.0 to VGA to the computer and the drivers will install automatically. Restart Windows to complete the installation. To Verify Installation 1. 2. 8 From the desktop, right click Computer or My Computer, then click Manage. For Windows 8 / 7 / XP / 2003 / 2000: Click Device Manager.
Display Utility After successful driver installation either Super Utility and/or USB Display Device icon will appear in the taskbar by the system clock. This utility allows you to change the viewing modes and resolutions for the USB 2.0 to VGA. Windows 8 / 7 / Server 2008 R2 Access the utility by right clicking on the Super Utility icon located on the taskbar by the clock. Display Settings • Duplicate these displays: In this setting, the USB 2.0 to VGA will mirror your desktop.
Figure 2 • Make this my main display: This setting is active when using your monitors in extended mode only. Before selecting this option, enable Auto Arrange* (right click anywhere on the desktop, click View, click Auto Arrange) to allow your desktop icons to move to the new main display. *Warning: If you do not enable Auto Arrange, you will need to drag-n-drop your desktop icons to the new main display.
Vista / XP / 2003 / 2008 / 2000 (USB Display Device) Access the utility by right clicking on the Super Utility or USB Display Device icon located on the taskbar by the clock. (USB Display Device is recommended.) Viewing Modes • Mirror: In this mode, the USB 2.0 to VGA will mirror your desktop. You will see the same image on both displays • Extended: This mode extends your desktop for easy viewing of multiple windows. Windows will move off the primary display and enter the extended display.
*NOTE: For systems with the main display turned off, go to Display Settings. Select the main display (#1) and check Extend the desktop onto this monitor. See Figure 3 below.
Monitor Orientation To open this window, right click the USB Display Device icon, then click Display Settings. Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitor (In Windows 2000 click the Settings tab to display this screen). See Figure 4. Note: This feature is disabled when your monitors are in Mirror mode.
Frequently Asked Questions Q1: Why won't my DVD video play when I move it over to the extended display? A1: Some DVD playback software packages do not support playing on a secondary display adapter. This is a limitation of the DVD playback software. Q2: There are lines running up and down my screen or the screen is distorted A2: This is due to a low or unsupported refresh rate. Make sure you select the USB 2.0 to VGA and not set the refresh rate higher than what your monitor can support.
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About SIIG, Inc. Founded in 1985, SIIG, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of IT connectivity solutions (including Serial ATA and Ultra ATA Controllers, FireWire, USB, and legacy I/O adapters) that bridge the connection between Desktop/Notebook systems and external peripherals. SIIG continues to grow by adding A/V and Digital Signage connectivity solutions to our extensive portfolio.
