ACT AC7046 User manual

AC7046 USB-C 4K Multiport Docking Station
MST and Power Delivery

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AC7046 USB-C 4K Multiport Docking Station
MST and Power Delivery
Table of contents
1.0 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 2
1.1 Packing contents ................................................................................................. 2
2.0 Connections ............................................................................................................. 3
2.1 Front .................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Rear ..................................................................................................................... 4
3.0 Connect the AC7046................................................................................................ 5
4.0 Monitor setup ........................................................................................................... 5
4.1 Single Monitor ...................................................................................................... 6
4.2 Dual Monitor (SST/MST) ..................................................................................... 6
4.3 Triple Monitor (SST/MST) .................................................................................... 6
4.4 SST (Single Stream Transport) ........................................................................... 6
4.5 MST (Multi Stream Transport) ............................................................................. 6
5.0 Power Delivery ......................................................................................................... 7
6.0 Frequently Asked Questions and other related information ..................................... 9
7.0 Service and support ................................................................................................. 9
8.0 Warning and points of attention ............................................................................... 9
9.0 Warranty conditions ............................................................................................... 11
1.0 Introduction
Congratulations with the purchase of this high-quality ACT product! This product
has undergone extensive testing by ACT’s technical experts. Should you
experience any problems with this product, you are covered by ACT
warranty. Please keep this manual and the receipt in a safe place.
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1.1 Packing contents
The following parts need to be present in the packing:
 AC7046
 Power adapter
 USB-C to C cable
 Quick Installation Guide

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2.0 Connections
2.1 Front
 1x USB-C female notebook connection (connect this port to the USB-C connector
of your notebook
 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen1 female (5Gbps)
 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen1 female (5Gbps)
 1x 3.5mm jack headset female (headphone + mic)
 1x SD/micro SD card reader

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2.2 Rear
 1x DC power supply
 1x USB-C female PD Pass-through port (connect your USB-C charger to charge
your notebook)
 1x HDMI 2.0 female port (connect your HDMI monitor) to this HDMI port
 2x DisplayPort female port(connect your DP monitor(s)) to these DP ports
 2x USB-A 3.2gen1 female
 1x Gigabit LAN RJ45 female port

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3.0 Connect the AC7046
a. Connect the plug of the power supply to the DC connector of the docking station
and then connect the other end of the power supply into the wall outlet.
b. Connect the supplied USB-C cable to the USB-C host connector on the docking
station and the other end to the USB-C connector of your computer.
c. Connect the docking station to your HDMI and DP display(s)
d. Connect the docking station to:• USB peripherals • Audio devices • Gigabit
Ethernet
4.0 Monitor setup
Your USB-C device needs to support DP-Alternate mode or Thunderbolt™3 on its
USB-C port in order to display your video output to 1 or more displays. Check the
technical specifications of your USB-C device if it supports DP-Alternate mode or
Thunderbolt™3. If the device does not support DP-Alternate mode or Thunderbolt™3,
the AC7046 will not be able to display video onto your Display(s).
Please Note!!! For the AC7046 to be able to display the max resolution of 4K on all
three monitors your PC/Notebook needs to support additionally DP1.4 and DSC

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please check the technical specs of your PC/Notebook if DSC and DP1.4 is
supported.
4.1 Single Monitor
For the single monitor setup, the AC7046 Docking station supports a max. resolution
of 4K @ 60Hz via HDMI or DisplayPort (DP).
4.2 Dual Monitor (SST/MST)
For the dual monitor setup, the AC7046 Docking station supports a max. resolution of
4K @ 60Hz on HDMI or DisplayPort (DP).
4.3 Triple Monitor (SST/MST)
For the triple monitor setup, the AC7046 Docking station supports a max. resolution of
2x 4K @ 30Hz on HDMI or DisplayPort (DP) and the 3rd monitor on 1080P @ 60Hz if
DSC is not supported by your laptop. If your laptop does support DSC you will be able
to use a max. resolution of 4K @ 60Hz on all three displays.
4.4 SST (Single Stream Transport)
With SST (Single Stream Transport) the connected screens will only show a clone
(copy) of your main screen on the connected screens.
4.5 MST (Multi Stream Transport)
MST is part of the DisplayPort 1.2 standard, with which monitors and computers can
support "daisy-chaining". You usually recognize daisy-chaining when the monitor has
both a DisplayPort input and output. You can connect the first monitor to the computer
and the second monitor to the first monitor. If both the monitor and the computer
support MST daisy-chaining, the two screens work as separate screens. Exactly as if
they were connected directly to the computer.

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If your notebook supports DP alt mode (DisplayPort alternate mode) it also supports
MST. In this case the AC7046 will work as a USB-C to MST adapter. You will be able
to use the multiple video outputs. The connected screens will be recognized as
separate screens on your laptop / PC and can be used as an extended desktop.
Windows 10 has a short key to switch between the different display modes:
Use: “Windows key + P” an overview of display modes is displayed on your screen.
Please Note!!! MacOS does not support MST Daisy chaining. MacOS only supports
Daisy chaining with the Thunderbolt™3 standard. So the AC7046 will not provide the
desired result for macOS devices. In this case the connected screens only show a
clone (copy) of your main screen on the connected screens also called SST (Single
Stream Transport).
5.0 Power Delivery
The AC7046 supports Power Delivery (PD) on the USB-C port. This protocol enables
your notebook to be charged safely over one single USB-C cable. One footnote: all
devices within the power chain must support Power Delivery. Including the USB-C
cables. The devices and cables have built-in chips that communicate with each other
to decide the best PD profile to ensure a safe power delivery.
For example, if you connect a 45.0W USB-C charger to the AC7046 (supports PD
profiles up to 100.0W) and your notebook supports a USB-C PD profile of max.
65.0W. The max. power that will be provided to your notebook is 45.0W.
If for some reason in the example above, the USB-C cable is exchanged by a USB-C
cable which does not support PD (no built-in chip), your notebook will not be charged.
Besides this all, USB-C with PD enables charging in two directions. For example, you
can charge your smartphone with your tablet, but also your tablet with your
smartphone.

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Which Power Delivery profiles are available? 5.0V, 9.0V, 12.0V, 15.0V and 20.0V.
What max. Power Delivery profiles are supported by the AC7046:
5.0V 3.0A 15.0W
9.0V 3.0A 27.0W
12.0V 3.0A 36.0W
15.0V 3.0A 45.0W
20.0V 5.0A 100.0W

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6.0 Frequently Asked Questions and other
related information
The latest Frequently asked questions for your product can be found on the support
page of your product. ACT will update these pages frequently to assure you have the
most recent information. Visit www.act-connectivity.com for more information about
your product.
7.0 Service and support
This user manual has been carefully written by ACT’s technical experts. If you have
problems installing or using the product, please check the support link at the website
www.act-connectivity.com.
8.0 Warning and points of attention
Due to laws, directives and regulations set out by the European parliament, some
(wireless) devices could be subject to limitations concerning its use in certain
European member states. In certain European member states the use of such devices
could be prohibited. Contact your (local) government for more information about this
limitations.
Always follow up the instructions in the manual*, especially where it concerns devices
which need to be assembled.
Warning: In most cases this concerns an electronic device. Wrong/improper use may
lead to (severe) injuries!
When you connect the device to the mains, make sure it will not be damaged or
subject to (high) pressure.
A power socket is needed which should be close and easy accessible from the device.
Repairing of the device should be done by qualified ACT staff. Never try to repair the
device yourself. The warranty immediately voids when products have undergone self-
repair and/or by misuse. For extended warranty conditions, please visit our website at
www.act-connectivity.com
Dispose of the device appropriately. Please follow your countries regulation for the
disposal of electronic goods.
Please check below safety points carefully:
- Do not apply external force on the cables
- Do not unplug the device by pulling the power cable
- Do not place the device near heating elements

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- Do not let the device come in contact with water of other liquids
- If there is any strange sound, smoke or odor, remove the device immediately from
the power outlet.
- Do not put any sharp objects into the venting hole of a product
- Do not use any damaged cables (risk of electric shock)
- Keep the product out of reach of children
- Wipe off the product with soft fabric, not water mop.
- Keep the power plug and outlet clean
- Do not unplug the device form the power outlet with wet hands
- Unplug the device when you don’t use it for a long time
- Use the device at a well ventilated place
*Tip: ACT manuals are written with great care. However, due to new technological
developments it can happen that a printed manual does not longer contain the most
recent information. If you are experiencing any problems with the printed manual or
you cannot find what you are looking for, please always check our website www.act-
connectivity.com first for the newest updated manual.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ). Consult support on our website www.act-
connectivity.com and see if you can find the right information about your product here.
It is highly advisable to consult the FAQ section first, the answer is often here.

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9.0 Warranty conditions
The ACT warranty applies to all ACT products. After buying a second-hand ACT
product the remaining period of warranty is measured from the moment of purchase
by the product’s initial owner. ACT warranty applies to all ACT products and parts,
indissolubly connected or mounted to the product it concerns. Power supply adapters,
batteries, antennas and all other products not directly integrated in or connected to the
main product or products of which, without reasonable doubt, can be assumed that
wear and tear during use will show a different pattern than the main product, are not
covered by the ACT warranty. Products are not covered by the ACT warranty when
exposed to incorrect/improper use, external influences or when opening the service
parts of the product by parties other than ACT. ACT may use refurbished materials for
repair or replacement of your defective product. ACT cannot be held responsible for
changes in network settings by internet providers. We cannot guarantee that the ACT
networking product will keep working when settings are changed by the internet
providers. ACT cannot guarantee the working of web services, apps and other third
party content that is available through ACT products
When my product gets defective
Should you encounter a product rendered defective for reasons other than described
above: Please contact your point of purchase for taking care of your defective product.
AC7046-EN | 11-2020

MST y suministro de energía de la estación de
acoplamiento multipuerto 4K USB-C AC7046
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MST y suministro de energía de la estación
de acoplamiento multipuerto 4K USB-C
AC7046
Tabla de contenido
1.0 Introducción ............................................................................................................. 2
1.1 Contenido del paquete ......................................................................................... 2
2.0 Conexiones .............................................................................................................. 3
2.1 Parte frontal ......................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Parte posterior ..................................................................................................... 4
3.0 Conectar el AC7046................................................................................................. 5
4.0 Configuración del monitor ........................................................................................ 5
4.1 Un solo monitor .................................................................................................... 6
4.2 Dos monitores (SST/MST) ................................................................................... 6
4.3 Tres monitores (SST/MST) .................................................................................. 6
4.4 SST (Single Stream Transport) ........................................................................... 6
4.5 MST (Multi Stream Transport) ............................................................................. 6
5.0 Entrega de energía .................................................................................................. 7
6.0 Preguntas más frecuentes y otra información relacionada ...................................... 9
7.0 Servicio de atención al cliente y soporte técnico ..................................................... 9
8.0 Advertencias y puntos de atención .......................................................................... 9
9.0 Condiciones de la garantía .................................................................................... 11
1.0 Introducción
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ha sido sometido a un exigente proceso de pruebas llevado a cabo por expertos
técnicos pertenecientes a ACT. Si
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1.1 Contenido del paquete
El paquete debe contener los siguientes artículos:
 AC7046
 Adaptador de alimentación
 Cable USB-C a C
 Guía de instalación rápida

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2.0 Conexiones
2.1 Parte frontal
 1x Conexión USB-C hembra para equipo portátil (enchufe este puerto al conector
USB-C del equipo portátil)
 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen1 hembra (5 Gbps)
 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen1 hembra (5 Gbps)
 1x Conector hembra de 3,5 mm para auriculares (auricular + micrófono)
 1x Lector de tarjetas SD/micro SD

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2.2 Parte posterior
 1x Fuente de alimentación de CC
 1x Puerto de paso a través PD USB-C hembra (conecte el cargador USB-C para
cargar el equipo portátil)
 1x Puerto HDMI 2.0 hembra (conecte el monitor HDMI a estos puertos HDMI)
 2x Puerto DisplayPort hembra (conecte los monitores DP a estos puertos DP)
 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen1 hembra
 1x Puerto hembra Gigabit LAN RJ45

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3.0 Conectar el AC7046
a. Conecte el enchufe de la fuente de alimentación al conector de CC de la estación
de acoplamiento y, a continuación, conecte el otro extremo de la fuente de
alimentación a la toma de corriente eléctrica.
b. Conecte el cable USB-C suministrado al conector principal USB-C de la estación
de acoplamiento y el otro extremo al conector USB-C del equipo.
c. Conecte la estación de acoplamiento a las pantallas HDMI y DP.
d. Conecte la estación de acoplamiento a: • Periféricos USB • Dispositivos de audio •
Gigabit Ethernet
4.0 Configuración del monitor
Su dispositivo USB-C debe ser compatible con el modo DP-Alternativo o
Thunderbolt™ 3 en el puerto USB-C para mostrar la salida de vídeo en una o más
pantallas. Compruebe las especificaciones técnicas del dispositivo USB-C para ver si
es compatible con el modo DP-Alternativo o Thunderbolt ™ 3. Si el dispositivo no
admite el modo DP-Alternativo o Thunderbolt™ 3, su AC7046 no podrá mostrar video
en las pantallas.
¡Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente! Para que su AC7046 pueda mostrar la resolución
máxima de 4K en los tres monitores, su equipo de sobremesa o portátil necesita

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admitir adicionalmente DP1.4 y DSC. Compruebe las especificaciones técnicas de su
equipo de sobremesa o portátil si se admiten DSC y DP1.4.
4.1 Un solo monitor
Para la configuración de un solo monitor, la estación de acoplamiento AC7046 admite
una resolución máxima de 4K a 60 Hz a través de HDMI o DisplayPort (DP).
4.2 Dos monitores (SST/MST)
Para la configuración de dos monitores, la estación de acoplamiento AC7046 admite
una resolución máxima de 4K a 60 Hz a través de HDMI o DisplayPort (DP).
4.3 Tres monitores (SST/MST)
Para la configuración de tres monitores, la estación de acoplamiento AC7046 admite
una resolución máxima de 2x 4K a 30 Hz en HDMI o DisplayPort (DP) y el tercer
monitor en 1080P a 60 Hz si DSC no es compatible con el equipo portátil. Si el equipo
portátil es compatible con DSC, podrá usar una resolución máxima de 4K a 60 Hz en
las tres pantallas.
4.4 SST (Single Stream Transport)
Con SST (Single Stream Transport), las pantallas conectadas solo mostrarán un clon
(copia) de la pantalla principal en las pantallas conectadas.
4.5 MST (Multi Stream Transport)
MST es parte del estándar DisplayPort 1.2, con el cual los monitores y los equipos
pueden admitir "la conexión en cadena". Por lo general, la conexión en cadena se
reconoce cuando el monitor tiene una entrada y una salida DisplayPort. Puede
conectar el primer monitor al equipo y el segundo monitor al primer monitor. Si tanto
el monitor como el equipo admiten la conexión en cadena MST, las dos pantallas

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funcionan como pantallas independientes. Exactamente como si estuvieran
conectados directamente al equipo.
Si el equipo portátil admite el modo alternativo DP (modo alternativo DisplayPort),
también admite MST. En este caso, AC7046 funcionará como un adaptador USB-C a
MST. Podrá utilizar las diferentes salidas de vídeo. Las pantallas conectadas se
reconocerán como pantallas independientes en el equipo portátil o de sobremesa y se
pueden usar como un escritorio extendido.
Windows 10 tiene una tecla de método abreviado para cambiar entre los diferentes
modos de visualización:
Uso: “Tecla Windows + P” se muestra una descripción general de los modos de
visualización en la pantalla.
¡Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente! MacOS no admite la conexión en cadena MST.
MacOS solo admite la conexión en cadena con el estándar Thunderbolt™ 3. Por lo
tanto, el AC7046 no proporcionará el resultado deseado para dispositivos macOS. En
este caso, las pantallas conectadas solo mostrarán un clon (copia) de la pantalla
principal en las pantallas conectadas, lo que también se denomina SST (Single
Stream Transport).
5.0 Entrega de energía
AC7046 admite Power Delivery (PD) en el puerto USB-C. Este protocolo permite que
el equipo portátil se cargue de forma segura a través de un solo cable USB-C. Nota al
pie: Todos los dispositivos dentro de la cadena de suministro eléctrico deben admitir
Power Delivery. También los cables USB-C. Los dispositivos y cables tienen chips
incorporados que se comunican entre sí para decidir el mejor perfil de PD para
garantizar una entrega de energía segura.
Por ejemplo, si conecta un cargador USB-C de 45,0 W a su AC7046 (admite perfiles
PD de hasta 100,0 W) y el equipo portátil admite un perfil PD USB-C de 65,0 W como
máximo, la potencia máxima que se le proporcionará al equipo portátil es de 45,0 W.

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Si por alguna razón en el ejemplo anterior el cable USB-C se intercambia por un cable
USB-C que no admite PD (sin chip incorporado), el equipo portátil no será cargará.
Además de todo esto, USB-C con PD permite cargar en dos direcciones. Por ejemplo,
puede cargar el teléfono inteligente con la tableta, pero también esta con aquel.
¿Qué perfiles de Power Delivery están disponibles? 5,0 V, 9,0 V, 12,0 V, 15,0 V y
20,0 V.
¿Qué perfiles de Power Delivery máximos son compatibles con su AC7046?:
5,0 V 3,0 A 15,0 W
9,0 V 3,0 A 27,0 W
12,0 V 3,0 A 36,0 W
15,0 V 3,0 A 45,0 W
20,0 V 5,0 A 100,0 W