Acer USB 3.0 Dock U301 User manual

- 1
English
Acer USB 3.0 Dock U301
User’s Manual

2 -
English
© 02/2021 All Rights Reserved.
Acer USB 3.0 Dock U301 User’s Manual
Covers: ADK030
This revision: 18 February 2021
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without
obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be
incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and
publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either
expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims
the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase
information in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are
recorded on the label affixed to your docking station. All correspondence concerning
your unit should include the serial number, model number, and purchase information.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy,
recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.
Model Number: ______________________________________________________________________
Serial Number: ______________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: ______________________________________________________________________
Place of Purchase: ___________________________________________________________________

- 3
English
Operation system requirements
Acer USB 3.0 Dock is supported on the following operating system:
•Microsoft
® Windows® 10, 8.x, and 7
In the box
Your package includes the following:
• Acer USB 3.0 Dock U301 with stand
• 1x USB Type-B to Type-A cable
• 1x USB Type-B to Type-C cable
• 24W wall charger
• Documentation

4 -
English
Ports and connectors
This section describes the ports and connectors of the Acer USB 3.0 Dock U301.
Views
1
2
4
1
2
3
6
7
8
5
#Icon Item Description
1LED indicator Indicates the dock's power status.
Note: The light shows blue when the dock is ON.
2USB 3.1 ports Connects to USB devices.

- 5
English
3Headset/speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers,
headphones) or a headset with microphone.
4USB 2.0 ports Connects to USB devices.
5Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based
network.
6HDMI 2.0 ports Supports high-definition digital audio/video
connections.
7Host port
USB Type-B port Connects to your notebook.
8DC-in jack
Connects to the AC adapter to power the dock.
Note: Only use the 24W power adapter that
comes with the dock.
#Icon Item Description

6 -
English
Using the dock
Acer USB 3.0 Dock U301 allows you to set up your desk so you can use your
notebook with an external keyboard and mouse, and up to two displays.
Connecting a notebook to Acer USB 3.0 Dock U301
Your notebook must support USB Type-A Gen1 or USB Type-C Gen1 connection.
A certified Acer notebook is recommended for fullest compatibility.
Note:
• For optimal compatibility, please download the latest driver for Windows.
• For the best performance, we recommend connecting the Acer USB 3.0
Dock U301 to your host computer via USB 3.0 Type A Gen1 port or USB
3.0 Type C Gen1 port.
This product is not recommended for gaming and does not support the
G-Sync monitors.
1. Place the dock vertically on a flat surface.
2. Plug in the AC adapter. Please use the
adapter provided with the dock to achieve
the full supported functions.
1
2

- 7
English
3. Using USB Type-C to B cable or USB Type-A to B cable, connect your notebook
to the dock.
Note: When connecting the USB Type-B to the dock, gently push it into the
port. You will feel a click indicating it is connected.
Disconnecting the notebook
To disconnect your notebook from the dock, simply unplug the USB Type-B cable
from your notebook or the dock.
1
2
2
USB 3.0
OR
USB Type-CUSB Type-B

8 -
English
Multiple Displays Capabilities
• The max resolution of HDMI port 1 and HDMI port 2 is 1920x1080@60Hz.
System requirements
Minimum requirements for full-screen video playback:
• Processor: Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i7
•Memory: 8 GB
Display Configuration Host Monitor HDMI port 1 HDMI port 2
Video refresh rate 60 Hz 60 Hz
1 external displays
ON 1920x1080 not connected
ON not connected 1920x1080
2 external display ON 1920x1080 1920x1080

- 9
English
Information for your safety and comfort
Safety instructions
Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow
all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
Turning the product off before cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Warnings
Accessing the power cord
Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and
located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to
disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet.
Disconnecting the power source
Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the
power supply unit:
Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power
outlet.
If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by
unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.
Using electrical power
• This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or
local power company.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where
people will walk on the cord.

10 -
English
• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere
rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the
extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products
plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.
• This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. The plug
only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly
grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert the plug into a non-
grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for details.
Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet
that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.
Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected
noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the
performance of this product.
• The system can be powered using a wide range of voltages; 100 to 120 or 220
to 240 V AC. The power cord included with the system meets the requirements
for use in the country/region where the system was purchased. Power cords for
use in other countries/regions must meet the requirements for that country/
region. For more information on power cord requirements, contact an authorized
reseller or service provider.
Protecting your hearing
Warning: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or
headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of
time.
To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.
• Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.
• Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.
• Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.
• Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.
• Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.

- 11
English
General
• Do not use this product near water.
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls,
it could be seriously damaged.
• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of
the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never
be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation
unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product.
• The bottom surface, areas around ventilation openings and AC adapter may get
hot. To avoid injury, ensure they do not come in contact with your skin or body.
• Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of
the reach of small children.
Product servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel when:
• The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed.
• Liquid was spilled into the product.
• The product was exposed to rain or water.
• The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
• The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for
service.
• The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions.

12 -
English
Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to normal condition.
Disposal instructions
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding.
To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global
environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from
Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit
www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm
Tips and information for comfortable use
Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use.
Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a
computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate
working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of
physical injury.
Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis,
tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may
appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:
• Numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation.
• Aching, soreness or tenderness.
• Pain, swelling or throbbing.
• Stiffness or tightness.
• Coldness or weakness.
If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or
pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your
company's health and safety department.
The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.

- 13
English
Finding your comfort zone
Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a
footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the
following tips:
• Refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture.
• Avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward.
• Stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles.
• Take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders.
• Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders.
• Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable
reach.
• If you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at the
center of your desk to minimize neck strain.
Taking care of your vision
Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive
room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast
displays could stress your eyes. The following sections provide suggestions on how
to reduce eyestrain.
Eyes
• Rest your eyes frequently.
• Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on
a distant point.
• Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out.
Display
• Keep your display clean.
• Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes
point downward when looking at the middle of the display.
• Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced
text readability and graphics clarity.
• Eliminate glare and reflections by:

14 -
English
• Placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light
source.
• Minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds.
• Using a task light.
• Changing the display's viewing angle.
• Using a glare-reduction filter.
• Using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the
display's top front edge.
• Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle.
• Avoid looking at bright light sources for extended periods of time.
Developing good work habits
The following work habits make computer use more relaxing and productive:
• Take short breaks regularly and often.
• Perform some stretching exercises.
• Breathe fresh air as often as possible.
• Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body.
Warning! We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed.
If this is unavoidable, work for only short periods, take breaks regularly,
and do some stretching exercises.
Note: For more information, please refer to "Regulations and safety
notices" on page 15.

- 15
English
Regulations and safety notices
FCC statement
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the device and receiver.
• Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Notice: Shielded cables
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to
maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
Notice: Peripheral devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply
with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-
certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission,
to operate this computer.

16 -
English
Notice: Canadian users
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Compliant with Russian regulatory certification
Declaration of Conformity for EU countries
Hereby, Acer, declares that this computer is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

- 17
English
List of National Codes
This equipment may be operated in the following countries:
Operating environment
• Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C
• Humidity (non-condensing): 20% to 80%
Storage and Transporting environment
The product is recommended to be transported in the original packaging and stored
under the following conditions:
• Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C
• Humidity (non-condensing): 20% to 60%
Country ISO 3166
2 letter code Country ISO 3166 2 letter code
Austria
Belgium
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
AT
BE
CY
CZ
DK
EE
FI
FR
DE
GR
HU
IE
IT
LV
LT
LU
Malta
Netherlands
Poland
Portugal
Russia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
United Kingdom
Iceland
Liechtenstein
Norway
Switzerland
Bulgaria
Romania
Turkey
MT
NT
PL
PT
RU
SK
SL
ES
SE
GB
IS
LI
NO
CH
BG
RO
TR

18 -
English
Specification
Manufacturer:
Acer Inc.
8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd. Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan
Color Options Cool Gray
Dimensions and
weight
Dimensions
135(L) x 73(W) x 187(H) mm (5.31 x 2.87 x 7.36 inches)
Weight
370 g (0.53 lbs.)
Display
Max. Resolution of Extended Display:
2 x HDMI, max resolution is 2 x 1920x1080@60Hz
*Does not support HDCP, will not playback encrypted or
copy-protected content
Audio Supports 3.5 mm headset
Networking Ethernet Giga LAN 10/100/1000 Mbps
USB Type-A ports
Front
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A port
Rear
4 x USB 2.0 Type-A port
Power adapter 1 x Power adapter (Input: 90~240VAC, Output: 12V/2A 24W)
Security No
Warranty One-year International Travelers Warranty (ITW)