Thunderbolt 3 Dock TD-300 Product Manual
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Contents Introduction... 1 Features... 1 Package Contents... 2 System Requirements... 2 Specifications... 2 Hardware... 3 Display configuration... 5 Multi-monitor configuration... 5 Windows OS... 5 Extend Mode... 6 Troubleshooting... 7 macos... 9 Audio configuration... 10
Introduction The Thunderbolt 3 Dock TD-300 provides extra connectivity and versatility to various peripherals for your computer. Connections for Thunderbolt devices, HDMI monitor, USB 3.0 devices, Ethernet, SD memory card, and audio speakers, headphones and microphone are all available in this compact docking station. In addition, Thunderbolt 3 Power Delivery (PD) enables charging for Thunderbolt 3 enabled notebook computers that support PD. All required software are embedded in the device, so set up is plug and play for all devices. Use the docking station to add one or two monitors (Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI monitors) to mirror your primary screen or extend the desktop for expanded visibility of applications. The Thunderbolt 3 PD Dock is best suited for professional digital media content creators and engineers working with highresolution, high-bandwidth, and graphically intensive images, video, CAD drawings, and medical imagery. Features Slim and fashionable design Thunderbolt 3 technology Upstream Port: Thunderbolt 3 Downstream Port: USB 3.0 Type-A x5 (One port supports BC 1.2) Video output: HDMI output resolution up to 4K@60Hz Gigabit Ethernet port Upstream PD Charging: up to 60W Combo input/output audio jack Supports SD 3.0 card reader 1
Package Contents Thunderbolt 3 Dock TD-300 AC/DC Adapter Input: 100-240V Output: 20V/6.75A Quick Start Guide Thunderbolt 3 Cable (50 cm/19.7 inch) System Requirements Supported Operating System Windows 10 macos Specifications Interface Thunderbolt 3, 2 ports HDMI connector USB 3.0 Type-A connector, 5 ports, including one with BC 1.2 power charging Video Audio Ethernet Power Adapter Environment Compliance Dimensions Weight HDMI 2.0: 4K@60Hz Combination Audio In/Out Mini Plug Jack 10/100/1000 BASE-T Input: AC 100-240V Output: DC 20V / 6.75A Operating Temperature: 0 ~ 40 C (32 ~ 104 F) Storage Temperature: -20 ~ 70 C (-4 ~ 158 F) FCC 230 * 88 * 27 mm (9.1 * 3.5 * 1.1 in) 450 g (0.99 lb) 2
Hardware 1 2 3 4 5 6 # Front Panel Description 1 Power LED This will light green when the power cable is attached and the device is receiving power. 2 Thunderbolt 3 link LED 3 SD 3.0 Card Reader This will light blue when there is a valid Thunderbolt 3 connection established. Insert SD memory card for data transfer. 4/5 USB 3.0 Use USB cable with Type A connector to connect USB 3.0 devices. USB 3.0 is backward compatible with older USB devices. Note that the USB port on the left supports enhanced device charging for smart phones, etc. 6 Audio In/Out Connect headphones, speakers and headphone/microphone sets for audio output and input. 3
7 8 9 10 11 12 # Rear Panel Description 7 USB 3.0 Use USB cable with Type A connector to connect USB 3.0 devices. USB 3.0 is backward compatible with older USB devices. 8 Gigabit Ethernet Use Ethernet cable to connect to local network for network and Internet access. 9 Thunderbolt 3 Use Thunderbolt 3 cable to connect Thunderbolt 3 equipped monitor or other devices. 10 Thunderbolt 3 with Power Delivery Use Thunderbolt 3 cable to connect Thunderbolt 3 equipped devices. This port includes power delivery to use for charging notebook computers or other devices that support Thunderbolt 3 power delivery for battery charging. 11 HDMI 2.0 Use HDMI cable to attach HDMI equipped monitor. 12 DC Power In Insert DC power connector and plug power adapter into suitable power source. 4
Display configuration Multi-monitor configuration Once the extra monitors are connected, they can be configured to Mirror mode, Extend mode or set the primary display. Windows OS To change display settings for multi-monitor configuration in Windows, follow these steps: 1. Position the mouse anywhere on the Windows Desktop, 2. Right-click and select Display Settings. 5
Extend Mode 1. Access Display Settings menu (see Multi-monitor configuration on page 5). 2. Select the preferred monitor at top of the page. 3. Select Multiple Displays > Extend these displays. 4. Click Apply to confirm and exit. 5. Once the setting is completed, simply drag and drop the application icons or the opened windows to the add-on monitor. However, some applications may not support to display on the extended desktop. 6
Troubleshooting Cursor disappeared If the status remains in the extended mode but the docking station is disconnected, the desktop will still be panned to the add-on monitor. The cursor may not be found on the primary monitor in such a case. If it happens, connect the add-on monitor through the docking station again or keep moving the mouse. Video playback in extended mode If the video playback quality is poor or low performance in extended mode, please playback it on the primary monitor instead of the add-on monitor. Mirror Mode 1. Access Display Settings menu (see Multi-monitor configuration on page 5). 2. Select the preferred monitor at top of the page. 3. Select Multiple Displays > Duplicate these displays. 4. Click Apply to confirm and exit. 7
Set the Primary Monitor 1. Access Display Settings menu (see Multi-monitor configuration on page 5). 2. Select the preferred monitor at top of the page. 3. Check the box to Make this my main display. Note For some computers, you may need to disable the main display by unchecking the box of Extend the desktop onto this monitor or Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. 4. Click Apply to confirm and exit. 8
macos 1. Click on the Apple icon in the top left corner of the screen and select System Preferences / Displays. 2. To rearrange the displays, drag them to the desired position. To relocate the menu bar, drag it to a different display. To switch to Mirror Mode, check the Mirror Displays box. 9
Audio configuration By default, when the docking station is connected to a computer, the audio configuration may be changed to USB (Multimedia) Audio Device automatically (this setting depends on models). If it does not work, follow the steps below to setup. 1. Open Control Panel and then select the hardware and sound icon. 2. Click Sound > Manage audio devices and then select USB Audio Device. 10