ABOUT THIS MANUAL This manual provides a beginner's introduction to installing, configuring, and using the USB 3.0 Display Dock. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy. No guarantee can be given, however, to the correctness of its contents. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations of warranty, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof, and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability, or fitness for particular purpose.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction Application Features Package Contents System Requirements Front Panel Rear Panel 2. Installation Driver Installation Hardware Installation Verifying the Installation 3. Using the USB Display Dock Configuring Displays Controlling the Display 4. Uninstalling the Driver Uninstalling the Driver 5.
1. Introduction The USB 3.0 Dual Display Docking StationDock enables multiple USB devices to be connected to the computer using a single USB 3.0 cable. Now, with one simple cable connection to your computer, you can have access to large screen displays, stereo speakers, external hard drives, optical disk drives, printers, USB keyboards and mice.
Features USB Downstream Compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0. Two USB 3.0 downstream ports support Superspeed, high-speed, and full-speed traffic. Four USB 2.0 downstream ports support high-speed, full-speed and low-speed traffic. Supports USB Battery Charging Specification v1.2 (SDP, CDP, DCP) on 1 USB 3.0 downstream port.
System Requirements One available USB port. One of the following operating systems: Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8. Front Panel Power LED: Glows when the docking station is powered. 3.5mm stereo audio output port: For connection to stereo headphones or speakers. USB 3.0 downstream port: For connection to USB peripherals.
Rear Panel 4 USB 2.0 downstream ports (A-type female connectors): For connection to USB peripherals. 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet port: For connection to Ethernet networks via a network cable. HDMI video output port: For connection to an HDMI monitor. DVI video output port: For connection to a DVI monitor.
2. Installation Driver installation Caution: DO NOT connect the USB display dock to your computer before you install the driver. Follow the procedures below to install the driver and then connect the USB display dock to your computer: Insert the Driver CD into your disc drive. Please locate and double-click on the setup.exe file under x:\Driver\...
Please wait while Windows configures the DisplayLink Core Software. Your screen may temporarily go black or flash during this process. When finished, the installation screen will disappear, and you will be returned to your desktop. Note: On some machines, you may need to reboot before being able to use your display dock.
Connecting USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 devices: Connect your USB devices to the USB ports on the display dock. As long as one USB device is connected to a port and the connection works properly, make sure it’s plugged into a working electrical outlet if your device (e.g. printer, optical drive, etc.) came with its own AC adapter.
3. Using the USB Display Dock Configuring Displays Behavior upon first connection: When the USB Display Dock is connected, the firmware version will be checked by the host’s software. If they do not match, the firmware on the device will be updated.
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Click the DisplayLink icon. A menu will appear with several options. These are shown and described below: Menu Option Sub-menu Option Description DisplayLink This is the UI title. Clicking on this item Manager will open Windows screen resolution. Connects to the Microsoft Windows Check for Update Server to check for newer Updates...
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Display Menu Description Displays a list of available resolutions. Screen Some resolutions may be enclosed by [ ]. Resolution This option is not available in mirror mode, as the resolution is defined as the resolution of the main monitor. Normal No rotation is applied to the DisplayLink display.
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Copies what is on the main display and reproduces it on this display. Note: The resolution of this display and the primary one must be the same in mirror mode. This may be lower than the preferred resolution of the Mirror display.
4. Uninstalling the Driver Uninstalling the Driver Please take these steps to uninstall the driver: Control Panel, go to Programs and Features, and double-click Open the Uninstall a Program on Windows 7 or Add or Remove Programs on XP. Select DisplayLink Graphics and click Uninstall.
5. Specifications General Host Interface Compliant with USB 3.0, 2.0 specifications Supported Operating Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8 Systems Ports and Connectors Upstream 1 x Upstream USB 3.0 Port (type-A male connector) 4 x Downstream USB 2.0 Port (type-A female connector) USB Hub Downstream 2 x Downstream USB 3.0 Port (type-A female connector) Ethernet...
Dual digital video outputs Video Extended Desktop (default), Mirrored Desktop, Primary Display Supports High Resolution up to 2048 x 1152 Audio 2 CH Stereo output Physical Specifications Housing Material ABS (Plastic) + Metal Dimensions 220 x 90 x 25mm (H x W x D) Weight Approximately 460g Environmental Specifications...
6. Regulatory Compliance FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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