ANI-ETHVGA ETHERNET/USB to HDMI/VGA Display Converter INSTRUCTION MANUAL A-NeuVideo.com Frisco, Texas 75034 (317) 456-2461 V.1.2
SAFETY INFORMATION 1. To ensure the best results from this product, please read this manual and all other documentation before operating your equipment. Retain all documentation for future reference. 2. Follow all instructions printed on unit chassis for proper operation. 3. To reduce the risk of fi re, do not spill water or other liquids into or on the unit, or operate the unit while standing in liquid. 4. Make sure power outlets conform to the power requirements listed on the back of the unit. Keep unit protected from rain, water and excessive moisture. 5. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents or aerosol cleaners, as this may damage the unit. Dust with a clean dry cloth. 6. Do not use the unit if the electrical power cord is frayed or broken. The power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 7. Do not force switched or external connections in any way. They should all connect easily, without needing to be forced. 8. Always operate the unit with the AC ground wire connected to the electrical system ground. Precautions should be taken so that the means of grounding of a piece of equipment is not defeated. 9. AC voltage must be correct and the same as that printed on the rear of the unit. Damage caused by connection to improper AC voltage is not covered by any warranty. 10. Turn power off and disconnect unit from AC current before making connections. 11. Never hold a power switch in the ON position. 12. This unit should be installed in a cool dry place, away from sources of excessive heat, vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Do not use the unit near stoves, heat registers, radiators, or other heat producing devices. 13. Do not block fan intake or exhaust ports. Do not operate equipment on a surface or in an environment which may impede the normal fl ow of air around the unit, such as a bed, rug, carpet, or completely enclosed rack. If the unit is used in an extremely dusty or smoky environment, the unit should be periodically blown free of foreign dust and matter. 14. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. There are no user serviceable parts inside. 15. When moving the unit, disconnect input ports fi rst, then remove the power cable; fi nally, disconnect the interconnecting cables to other devices. 16. Do not drive the inputs with a signal level greater than that required to drive equipment to full output. 17. The equipment power cord should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 18. Save the carton and packing material even if the equipment has arrived in good condition. Should you ever need to ship the unit, use only the original factory packing. 19. Service Information Equipment should be serviced by qualifi er service personnel when: A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged. B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the equipment. C. The equipment has been exposed to rain D. The equipment does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a marked change in performance E. The equipment has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. THIS SAFETY INFORMATION IS OF A GENERAL NATURE AND MAY BE SUPERSEDED BY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED WITHIN THIS MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS Introduction...1 Package Contents... 2 System Requirements... 2 Applications... 2 Features... 3 Specifi cations... 3 Operation Controls and Functions... 4 Front Panel... 4 Rear Panel... 4 Software Installation... 5 Install DisplayLink Software... 5 Install USB Server Software... 5 Using USB Server... 6 IP Property Setting... 6 Using DisplayLink Manager... 8 Using More DisplayLink Manager... 9 Uninstall the Device Driver... 10 Connection, Installation & Troubleshooting... 11 Connection Diagram... 11 Troubleshooting... 11 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future reference. INTRODUCTION The device that can send audio/video signals from a Notebook/PC over a local area network through regular Ethernet cables to a TV which can be used as the primary display. When a keyboard and mouse are plugged in, the device will lets you to edit word processing documents and play your music/movies on a TV. Supporting a direct connection up to 100 meters away when using network cables, this gadget also includes two USB ports which let users operate printers, scanners and other USB devices at the same time, just like a PC. This is useful in many different scenarios, for example: During meetings each attendee would be able to access a projector from their laptop without having to fumble with any cables as long as they are connected to the network. This device can also be used as a simple USB to HDMI signal converter thanks to its mini USB input port SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply. Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this equipment: Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fi re, electrical shock and injury to persons. To prevent fi re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or install this product near water. Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product. Never push an object of any kind into this product through any openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts inside the unit. Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces. Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU if it is damaged. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it. To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for suffi cient space for air to circulate around the unit. DISCLAIMERS The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. We assume no responsibility for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. We assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document. We make no commitment to update or to keep current the information contained in this document. We reserve the right to make improvements to this document and/ or product at any time and without notice. COPYRIGHT NOTICE No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or any of its part translated into any language or computer fi le, in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual, or otherwise without express written permission and consent Copyright 2011. All Rights Reserved. Version 1.2 JUNE 2013 TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENTS All products or service names mentioned in this document may be trademarks of the companies with which they are associated. 1
CONTENTS, REQUIREMENTS & APPLICATIONS PACKAGE CONTENTS Check that you have the following components; (1) Ethernet/USB to HDMI/VGA Converter (1) Driver CD (1) Users Guide (1) 5V/2.6A DC power adaptor SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS System Hardware Requirements: 2.4 GHz single core CPU with at least 1GB RAM for optimal performance Operating Systems: Windows XP Home or Professional 32 bits SP2 Windows Vista 32 bits Windows 7 Note: 1080p resolution works best with an USB connection up to 2M long The ethernet interface does not support MAC OS whereas the USB can support Mac OS x v10.4.11 and v10.5.6 USB Port Extension: An available USB 2.0 port with USB to mini USB cable Network Extension: An available Ethernet port at home or a commercial network with RJ-45 cable APPLICATIONS Educational teaching Home entertainment Offi ce Network Household network 2
FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS FEATURES Supports HDMI & VGA outputs 16/32-bit Color for high-quality images HD resolution up to 1920 x 1080 HDMI and RGB display connectivity EDID selection with switch for VGA or HDMI output Experience the complete PC environment on a TV from 100M away Allows a TV to act as the primary PC display and use keyboard and mouse to browse the internet, Microsoft Offi ce watch/listen to movies/music from any networked computer Supports high performance 16-bit stereo, 48KHz audio sampling Supports TCP/IP ethernet protocols Supports 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet Extend or mirror audio and video through a network or USB cable to an HDMI display Share HDMI display with multiple users through your existing offi ce or home IP network Add an HDMI display to your computer through a USB 2.0 port Supports mirror and extended video modes SPECIFICATIONS Video Resolution: Up to 1600 x 1200 /1920 x 1080 (wide) Video Input: 1 x Ethernet RJ-45; 1 x USB 2.0 Network Protocol: TCP/IP Video Output Ports: 1 x HDMI, 1 x D-Sub 15pin VGA Extender Ports: 2 x USB Hubs (A type) Audio Output: 1Vp-p 47KΩ 3.5Ø Phone jack Operating System Support: Windows, XP SP2, Vista 32bits and Window 7 Power Supply: 5V DC/2.6A (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certifi ed) ESD Protection: Human body model: ± 8kV (air-gap discharge) ± 4kV (contact discharge) Dimensions (WxDxH): 4.75 x3.5 x1 in (119 x 88 x 25mm) Weight: 4.25 oz. Chassis Material: Plastic Silkscreen Color: Black Power Consumption: 11W Operating Temperature: 0 C ~ 40 C / 32 F ~ 104 F Storage Temperature: -20 C ~ 60 C / -4 F ~ 140 F Relative Humidity: 20~90% RH (non-condensing) Note: Specifi cations are subject to change without notice. 2
OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS The following sections describe the hardware components of the unit, include a step by step installation guide and other suggested settings. FRONT PANEL 1. DC 5V: This slot is where you plug the 5V DC power supply into the unit and connect the adaptor included in the package to an AC wall outlet. 2. INPUT LAN/USB Switch: This switch allows users to choose input source signal from ethernet or PC/laptop. 3. LAN IN: This slot is to connect with CAT5e/6 cable from your network system. 4. USB PORT: These ports act like a USB hub, allowing users to connect an External Hard Drive, Keyboard, or Mouse. Note: These two USB ports cannot be connected to a USB extension hub, doing so will trigger the system to detect the external Hub and will cause a system failure. Before removing the USB device, the user must follow the USB devices hardware removal procedure. Failure to do so will cause the system to crash. 5. Mini USB IN: This port support mirror or video extension (via USB cable) from the PC/laptop source device to your HDMI display, including both video and audio output signals. REAR PANEL 1. HDMI OUT: This slot is to plug the output HDMI display with HDMI cable for video and audio output. 2. EDID control switch: The default setting for this switch is on HDMI, leave the switch here as long as the connected display is compatible. When switch to off it ll allows users to use the built in EDID, the device must re-powered in order to execute this function.however, from off to HDMI/VGA will not require such action. Built in EDID as follow: 640 x 480, 720 x 480, 768 x 576, 800x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 720, 1280 x 1024, 1360 x 768, 1366 x 768, 1440 x 900, 1600 x 1200, 1680 x 1050, 1920 x 1080. 3. AUDIO OUT: This slot is to connect with two side 3.5 phone jack cable to active speakers or PC monitor with speaker output for audio signal output. 4. VGA OUT: This slot is to connect to display monitor or TV that has D-Sub 15 pin input for video signal output. 4
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION The following sections list the procedures to follow when installing the USB to HDMI and USB device drivers. Insert the provided CD into your CD-ROM drive then begin the USB Install Disc and follow the below steps to install the driver. INSTALL DISPLAYLINK SOFTWARE Insert the CD driver included in the package and double click on the DisplayLink icon to execute the setup. INSTALL USB SERVER SOFTWARE Double click on the USB Server Setup icon to execute the set up and click finish when the setup is complete. When both DisplayLink and USB Server has been installed completely the USB Server s icon should appear on the desktop and the button right side of the desktop. 5
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION CONT D USING USB SERVER Double click on the Launch USB Server icon from the desktop or from the button right side and the USB Server window will appear on the desktop. Connect both PC/Laptop and the device with RJ-45 cable and click on Search and switch the INPUT switch on the device to LAN. Once the connection is done click on Connect Device next to the Search for both Display and Media. When the connection is done the Status will appear with mark. When disconnecting click on Disconnect Device. IP PROPERTY SETTING When selecting LAN INPUT a special IP setting is required. Please follow the setting below to make the correct setting. Click Control Panel from the Window s start. 6
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION CONT D Click on the Network and Internet Connection and select Network Connections. Double click on the Local Area Connection Double click on the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Click on Use the follow IP address and set the IP address and Subnet mask. The IP address setting should remain at 169.254.10.X (X can be 0~255) and Subnet mask can remain as 255.255.0.0 7
USING DISPLAYLINK MANAGER USING DISPLAYLINK MANAGER After the driver is installed, a utility (DisplayLink Manager) will automatically appear in the system tray. The utility allows you to quickly change the settings and resolution for DisplayLink Manager. Right click on the icon will bring out the context menu. Screen Resolution: Select the screen resolution (available only in extended mode). NOTE: When the display has a built in EDID the screen will show the display s resolution, if no EDID is present the screen has the following resolution (see below image) Extend to: Reposition the extended screen to the top, bottom, left or right of the primary display. Extend: Set the DisplayLink Manager to Extended mode. Color Quality: Select the screen color quality (available only in extended mode). Set As Main Monitor: Set the monitor to be the main monitor. Screen Rotation: Rotate the screen on the additional monitor by 90, 18 or 270 degrees. 8
USING DISPLAYLINK MANAGER CONT D Notebook Monitor off: Set the PC/Notebook s monitor off. Off: Disable the DisplayLink Manager on the system. Mirror: Set the DisplayLink Manager to Mirror mode. You can see the same desktop image on the additional monitor. Advanced Display Properties: Opening the display will allow you to adjust the resolution, color, quality, position and refresh rate. USING MORE DISPLAYLINK MANAGER You don t have to install a new driver as long as you have completed the above installation process in advance. It will automatically define the ID of the new Display Link Manager and will list everything in the Display properties or the display manager menu. NOTE: When connecting more DisplayLink Manager to a computer, a system with higher CPU performance is recommended. 9
UNINSTALL THE DEVICE DRIVER Follow the steps below to uninstall the Multi View driver. Step 1: Open the Control Panel: Start Control Panel Add or Remove Programs. Step 2: Select DisplayLink Core Software and click Remove. Step 3: Click Yes to confi rm the removal. Step 4: Click Yes to restart your computer. Then select DisplayLink Graphics and click Remove. Finally, select USB Server and click Remove. 10
CONNECTION AND INSTALLATION & TROUBLESHOOTING CONNECTION DIAGRAM TROUBLESHOOTING Situation 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 Display-Link Manager is compatible with Windows XP, Vista (32bit) and Windows 7. 6. Try a different USB 2.0 or computer. 7. Check USB cable s specifi cation. DVD player is not working when moved to the extended display The mouse does not move passed the right side during extended desk top mode. 1. Change another software player. 1. Check the display settings and make sure that your display number 2 is on the right side of display number 1. 11
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