WiCast Wireless HDMI Kit WiCast EW-2000 User Manual 15G067613000
E5445 First Edition June 2010 Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrievalsystem, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”).
Table of Contents Safety information............................................................................................... 4 EW-2000 Specifications summary.................................................................. 5 Getting to know your WiCast Wireless HDMI Kit....................................... 6 Package contents................................................................................ 6 WiCast receiver features...................................................................
Safety information WiCast SAFE TEMP: The WiCast Wireless HDMI Kit should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak. WiCast DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. WiCast DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the WiCast Wireless HDMI Kit. WiCast DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields.
EW-2000 Specifications summary Video Audio Wireless HDMI technology Transmission distance Operation frequency Data rate Power supply Up to 1080p 60Hz, <1 ms latency Up to 8 channels WHDI Up to 10 meters 5.15 ~ 5.85 GHz 3G bps Transmitter: 5 V, 2A 10W adapter (if USB power is not available) Power consumption Receiver: 5V, 2A 10W adapter Transmitter: 4.
Getting to know your WiCast Wireless HDMI Kit ASUS WiCast EW2000 allows you to wirelessly extend audio/video sources between high-definition multimedia devices up to a ten-meter radius for a latency-free (<1ms) full HD 1080p video and crsytal-clear audio transmissions. Its WHDI™ (Wireless Home Digital Interface) technology transmissions are not limited by directionality or line of sight.
WiCast receiver features Front view Rear view 1 LED indicators WHDI LED Power LED 1 2 3 2 HDMI port 3 DC-In port WiCast transmitter features Rear view 1 2 Right-side view 4 3 1 DC-In port 3 HDMI port 2 mini-USB port 4 LED indicators WHDI LED Power LED ASUS WiCast EW-2000
Connecting devices Use your ASUS WiCast Wireless HDMI Kit to wirelessly extend audio/ video sources between high-definition multimedia devices such as Bluray disk drives, digital audio devices, computer monitor, set-top box, Xbox, PS3, and HDTV/HD display.
Connecting your notebook with an external display To connect your notebook with an external display: 1. Using the bundled HDMI cable, connect the WiCast receiver to a high-definition external display such as an HDTV or LCD projector. 2. Insert the bundled AC adapter into the receiver's DC-In port, and plug it into a power outlet. 3. Using the bundled short HDMI cable, connect the WiCast transmitter to your notebook.
NOTES: • To charge the WiCast transmitter, use either the bundled miniUSB power cable or the AC adapter. • The two bundled AC adapters have identical power ratings and can be used interchangeably. • You may purchase a longer HDMI cable for your transmitter, if required. 4. After seeing a slow blinking LED signal and if you are using an ASUS notebook, press the + keys to toggle between the external display and your notebook. 5.
Connecting your desktop PC with an external display To connect your desktop PC with an external display: 1. Using the bundled HDMI cable, connect the WiCast receiver to a high-definition external display such as an HDTV or LCD projector. 2. Insert the bundled AC adapter into the receiver's DC-In port, and plug it into a power outlet. 3.
NOTES: • To charge the WiCast transmitter, use either the bundled miniUSB power cable or the AC adapter. • The two bundled AC adapters have identical power ratings and can be used interchangeably. • You may purchase a longer HDMI cable for your transmitter, if required. 4. When your external display and your desktop PC are successfully connected, the LED signal displays solid white. 5. If you cannot hear any audio, click the audio/speaker icon on your Windows® taskbar and make the necessary adjustments.
Connecting your audio / video devices with an external display Use your ASUS WiCast Wireless HDMI Kit to wirelessly extend audio/ video sources between high-definition multimedia devices such as Bluray disk player, audio/video receiver, set top box, PS3, or XBox. To connect your audio/video devices with an external display: 1. Using the bundled HDMI cable, connect the WiCast receiver to your external display. 2.
NOTES: • In some locations except USA, Canada, Hong kong, and Singapore, you need to wait for about a minute before the WiCast receiver can establish a solid connection when you are using it for the first time. • To charge the WiCast transmitter, use either the bundled miniUSB power cable or the AC adapter. • The two bundled AC adapters have identical power ratings and can be used interchangeably. • You may purchase a longer HDMI cable for your transmitter, if required. 5.
Adjusting the screen resolution NOTES: You may use any of the following modes to wireless extend the display/video output: • Show on the notebook only. • S how on the external display only. • S how on both the notebook and the external display. • If both the notebook and the external display supports up to 1080p resolution, then you can enjoy a smoother video output with the 1080p screen resolution.
Adjusting the screen resolutions on both the notebook and the external display Using Windows® utility To use Windows® utility: 1. Right-click anywhere on Windows desktop and click Screen resolution. 2. From the Resolution dropdown list, select your preferred screen resolution. 3. Click Apply. 4. Click Keep Change on the confirmation message Do you want to keep these display settings? 5. Click OK when done.
Adjusting the screen resolution on the notebook or external display only Using Windows® utility To use Windows® utility: 1. Right-click anywhere on Windows desktop and click Screen resolution. 2. From the Resolution dropdown list, select your preferred screen resolution. 3. From the Multiple displays dropdown list, select either Show desktop only on 1 or Show desktop only on 2. 4. Click Apply. 5.
6. From the Generic PnP Monitor and Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator HD screen, click Monitor and select 60 Hz as the screen refresh rate. 7. Click OK when done. Using NVIDIA® utility To use NVIDIA® utility: 1. Launch the NVIDIA Control Panel. Select Video &Television. 2. Select Change the signal or HD format 3. Select 1080p HDTV signal format. Using ATI ® utility To use ATI® utility: 1. 18 Right-click on the Windows ® desktop and select Catalyst(TM) Control Center.
2. Select the monitor whose screen resolution you want to adjust. 3. Select Extended Mode as the monitor's desktop mode. 4. Click Yes on the confirmation message. 5. From the Desktop area dropdown list, select your preferred screen resolution. 6. From the Refresh rate dropdown list, select your preferred rate. 7. When done, click Apply. 8. Click Yes on the confirmation message. Adjusting the audio Windows® 7 To adjust the audio on Windows® 7: 1.
Troubleshooting NOTE: If the troubleshooting tips below still cannot solve your wireless connection issue, do the following: • Try connecting your source device directly with the external display using an HDMI cable. If there is still no wireless connection, the problem might be with the source device or the external display. • Turn your source device and the external display on/off to ensure that the problem is not with these devices. • Refer to your source device's or external display's user manual.
The screen flickers when the external display is set to 1920 x 1080 dpi at 30Hz frequency. • Check your notebook/PC, external display, or audio/video devices' settings. • Use a longer HDMI cable (instead of the bundled short HDMI cable) to connect the WiCast transmitter to your notebook/PC. There are no display outputs on the external displays. • Check that all cables are connected properly. • Ensure that the LED indicators on both the WiCast transmitter and the WiCast receiver are solidly lit up.
Notices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http:// green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits forth for for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance withset IC RF an uncontrolled environment. This equipment installed and to operated exposure compliance requirements, pleaseshould avoidbe direct contact the with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
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