CDL-160ETH Ethernet and USB to HDMI Converter Operation Manual CDL-160ETH
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Table of Contents 1. Introduction…………………………………………................................ 1 2. Applications...........................…………………………………………… 1 3. Package Contents.............………………………………………………. 1 4. System Requirements..................……………………………………….. 2 5. Features.............................……………………………………………….. 2 6. Specifications...................................................................................... 3 7. Hardware Description...........................................
1. Introduction The Ethernet and USB to HDMI Converter allow users to use TV as the PC's primary display with keyboard and mouse at hand for Internet browsing, Microsoft Office tasking, music and movies entertainment from a PC on the network. Simply connect the TV to the device and then plug the device using an Ethernet network. Your TV instantly become the PC monitor with keyboard and mouse for any computer linked on that network.
4. System Requirements System Hardware Requirements: 2.4 GHz single core CPU with at least 1GB RAM for optimal performance Operating Systems: Windows 2K SP4 Windows XP Home or Professional 32 bits SP2 Windows Vista 32 bits USB Port Extension: An available USB 2.
6. Specifications Input port 1 x Mini USB; 1 x Ethernet Output ports 1 x HDMI Extender Ports 2 x USB Power Supply 5VDC/2.
7. Hardware Description The following sections describe the hardware components of the unit. Note: Install the device driver of your Ethernet/USB to HDMI converter before operating the device. 7.1 Product overview Ethernet or mini USB PC/NB HDMI Monitor Ethernet to HDMI device 7.
7.3 Rear Panel DC 5V HDMI OUT POWER EDID OFF ON LINK ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ① Power: This slot is where user plugs the 5V DC power supply of the unit before connecting the adaptor to an AC wall outlet. ② HDMI OUT: The display output port of the converter that is only compatible with HDMI display. ③ EDID control switch: The default setting of this switch is “ON”. Leave as it is if the display is properly.
8. Software Installation The following sections list the procedures to follow when installing the USB to HDMI and USB device drivers. 8.1 USB to HDMI Software Insert the provided driver CD into your CD-ROM driver. Using the Program Manager, select and double-click on the “USB to HDMI Software ” folder. Locate and then execute the “Setup.exe” file to start install action.
9. Launch USB Server Press “Launch USB Server ” icon from your desktop screen to connect the DisplayLink USB to HDMI device and C-Media USB Sound Device. Once connection completes, the status icons beside each driver will change from GREEN to ORANGE as illustrated below. Note: Doube clicking on the device driver toggles the status mode between enable and disable. Double click on the GREEN sign, the system will connect the devices and after connect successfully it will turn to ORANGE sign.
10. Using the DisplayLink Manager 10.1 Using DisplayLink Manager After the driver is completely installed, (the DisplayLink Manager-utility) will automatically appear on the system tray. The utility allows you to quickly change the settings and resolution for DisplayLink Manager. Right-clicking the icon will launch its context menu. Screen Resolution: This item allows you to select the screen resolution (available only in extended mode).
Color Quality: This option allows you to select the screen color quality (available only in extended mode). Screen Rotation: This item allows you to rotate the screen by 90, 180 or 270 degrees, on the additional monitor.
Extend to: This option lets you reposition the extended screen to the top, bottom, left or right of the primary display. Extend: This item lets you set the DisplayLink Manager to Extended mode.
Mirror: This option allows you to set the DisplayLink Manager to Mirror mode. Enabling this will let you see an identical desktop image on the additional monitor. Off: This item disable the DisplayLink Manager on the system.
Advanced: This item directly access your system's Display Properties. From this menu item, you will be able to adjust the resolution, color quality, position and refresh rate via the Display Properties. 10.2 Using More DisplayLink Manager It is not necessary to install driver again if you have completed the driver installation in advance. The driver automatically define the ID of newly added DisplayLink Manager.
10.3 Firmware Update Updates on your firmware version may be done manually or automatically. Pease refer to the following procedures when performing either type of update. Manually Update: Manual updating of your firmware is possible by click the Updates → Check Now…, it will then check and download the latest firmware. Note: Before performing updates, please make sure that your computer is connected to a network.
11. Uninstall the Device Driver Follow the steps below to uninstall the USB to HDMI drivers installed in your system. Step 1: Open the Control Panel: Start → Control Panel → Add or Remove Programs. Step 2: Select USB to HDMI Converter and click Remove. Step 3: Click Yes to confirm the removal.
Step 4: Select DisplayLink Graphics and click Remove. Click Yes to confirm the removal. Step 5: Click Yes to restart your computer.
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Situation 13. Troubleshooting The device driver has been installed, but the DisplayLink Manager is not working Check Point 1. Make sure you restart your computer after the driver installation. 2. Check all the connectors are plugged in correctly. 3. Make sure the USB port that you are using is USB 2.0. 4. Check the additional monitor is connected correctly and the power is on. 5. Make sure the operating system, the DisplayLink Manager is compatible with Windows 2000, XP and Vista (32bit). 6.
A Acronyms Acronym CPU EDID HDMI USB Complete Term Central Processing Uit Extended Display Identification Data High-Definition Multimedia Interface Universal Serial Bus 18
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