ActionTec SBT200DI User manual

ScreenBeamUSB
Transmitter
Product:Wireless LAN equipment
Model： SBT200DI
User Manual
V2.1

TableofContents
PartI.Introduction..........................................................................................................................1
1.1.Features............................................................................................................................1
1.2.SystemRequirements.......................................................................................................1
1.3.GettingtoKnowtheTransmitter......................................................................................2
PartII.Connectingtoa Receiver......................................................................................................3
2.1.LoadingtheSoftware........................................................................................................3
2.2.PairingtheTransmitter.....................................................................................................4
2.3.Selectinga Wireless Channel............................................................................................7
2.3.1.UsingPreferences.................................................................................................8
PartIII. SettingWireless Display Preferences..................................................................................10
3.1.PreferencesWindow.......................................................................................................10
3.2.Language.........................................................................................................................10
3.3.Wireless Channel............................................................................................................11
3.4.Display Content...............................................................................................................11
3.5.AdjustScreenSize...........................................................................................................11
3.6.EnablePushButtonPairing.............................................................................................11
3.7.EnableLowResolutionMode .........................................................................................11
3.8.RestoreDefaults..............................................................................................................11
3.9.WindowsViewingConfiguration.....................................................................................12
3.9.1.Mirroring.............................................................................................................12
3.9.2.ExtendedDesktop...............................................................................................12
PartIV.UpdatingSoftware..............................................................................................................13
PartV.Frequently AskedQuestions...............................................................................................16

FCC Warning

ICCaution
RSS-Gen Issue 4 December 2014"&"CNR-Gen 4e Décembre 2014:
- English:
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
- French:
Le présentappareilestconforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L'exploitationestautorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareildoit accepter tout brouillageradioélectriquesubi, mêmesi le
brouillageest susceptible d'encompromettre le fonctionnement.

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PartI. Introduction
The ScreenBeam USB Transmitter (used in conjunction with a ScreenBeam Series Wireless
Display Receiver) wirelessly mirrors the content on a Windows 7, 8 (8.1) or 10 computer to
an HDTV monitor. With the Transmitter, enjoy videos, photos, and movies on the best
display available, or share a laptop screen with a conference room projector. The
Transmitter supports up to 720p HD video, offering the convenience of wireless technology
without compromising the HD experience. And if the computer being used does not support
WiFi Miracast or Intel WiDi, the Transmitter s ScreenBeam Wireless Display software
supports computers running Windows 7, 8 (8.1), and 10.
1.1.Features
Key features include:
l Works with Windows 7, 8 (8.1) and 10 systems (see minimum system requirements)
l Wirelessly streams movies, videos, photos, music, applications, etc., directly to an
available HDTV monitor
l Beams presentations, spreadsheets, and collaboration projects directly to an HDTV
monitor or projector
l Directly connects with a ScreenBeam Receiver for better video quality; does not
interfere with existing Wi-Fi networks
l Operates in 5Ghz frequency for optimal mirroring experience
l Compatible with all models of ScreenBeam Receivers
l No existing wireless network or line of sight connection required
1.2.System Requirements
l Laptop or PC running Windows 7, 8 (8.1) and 10 (32/64 bit)
l Minimum system requirements (for web browsing, presentations, or slideshows):
w Processor: AMD® A6 or Intel® Gen 3 Core™ i3 equivalent processor
w Memory: 2GB RAM or more

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w Hard disk space: 150MB or more
w Miscellaneous: available USB port
l Recommended system requirements(for video streaming):
w Processor: AMD® A8 or Intel® Gen 3 Core™ i5 equivalent processor
w Memory: 3 GB RAM or more
1.3.Getting toKnowtheTransmitter
The ScreenBeam USB Transmitter is used for non-Miracast or non-WiDi laptops.
The USB Transmitter has a single USB connection, used to connect to a USB port on a
Windows 7/8/8.1/10 laptop computer not running Miracast or WiDi. To connect with
ScreenBeam Receivers, install the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software on the computer
(see Section 2.1. LoadingtheSoftware).

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PartII. Connecting toaReceiver
If the computer being used does not have Miracast or WiDi enabled, the ScreenBeam
Wireless Display software must be loaded onto the computer connected with the
Transmitter, and then the Receiver must be paired to the Transmitter. Make sure you have
the following items handy:
l ScreenBeam USB Transmitter
l ScreenBeam Wireless Display software CD
l A compatible computer running Windows 7, 8 (8.1) or 10
2.1.Loading theSoftware
To load the ScreenBeam software and connect the Transmitter to a computer:
1. Insert the ScreenBeam CD into the CD drive of the computer.
2. An AutoPlay window appears. Click Run setup.exe, and then follow the onscreen
instructions.
If the AutoPlay screen does not appear, locate the CD-ROM folder, then double-click
setup.exe. If the computer does not have a CD/ DVD drive, go to
http://www.actiontec.com/products/sbupdate.php to download the software.
3. A series of screens appears. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the software
installation.
4. After the software installation is finished, insert the Transmitter into a USB port on the
computer.

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5. The computer starts to install drivers for the Transmitter. See the Notification area in the
lower right corner of the computer s screen for details.
6. When the driver installation is finished, the Transmitter is ready for wireless display.
2.2.PairingtheTransmitter
Before pairing the Transmitter, make sure the Receiver is connected to an HDTV monitor
and powered on, and the Transmitter is connected to a computer. To pair the Transmitter:
1. After the software and drivers are installed, double-click the ScreenBeamWireless
Display icon on the desktop.
2. The the ScreenBeamWireless Display screen appears. Click Add aReceiver.

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Note: If the ScreenBeamWireless Display screen is not displayed after the software is
launched, locate it in the Notification Area. Click the ScreenBeamWireless Display icon to
display the main screen.
3.The Add aScreenBeamReceiver screen appears. Select the appropriate receiver,
then click Connect.

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4. A PIN (Personal Identification Number) appears on the HDTV monitor connected to the
Receiver. Enter the PIN in the Add aScreeBeamReceiver screen on the computer
within 60 seconds, then click Next.

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The Receiver and Transmitter are now paired, and the computer s screen should be visible
on the HDTV monitor.
2.3.SelectingaWireless Channel
The ScreenBeamWirelessDisplay software provides wireless channel selection, which
allows the use of a specific channel (5GHz band) for its wireless connection. To select a
wireless channel:
1. Start the ScreenBeamWireless Display software, then click Add areceiver from the
main screen.
2. The Add aScreenBeamReceiver window appears. Select a channel from the
Channel drop-down menu.

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Note: When selecting a wireless channel, “Auto” is the recommended choice. This setting
allows the software to automatically select the clearest channel available.
3. Select the appropriate Receiver, then click Connect. The selected channel will be used.
Note:
l This channel is used for adding a new Receiver.
l Availability of channels depends on the sales region.
2.3.1.UsingPreferences
You can also define a wireless channel from the Preferences window. To select a wireless
channel:
1. Make sure the computer is disconnected from the Receiver, then open the ScreenBeam
Wireless Display s Preferences window.
2. Select the desired channel from the Wireless Channel list, then click OK.

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3. Reconnect the computer to the Receiver. The selected channel will be used.
Note:
l The wireless channel configuration in the Preferences window is used for persistence
connection. Generally, “Auto” is recommended.
l Availability of channels depends on the sales region.

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PartIII.Setting Wireless Display
Preferences
This chapter details how to adjust the Transmitter s wireless display options. Most of these
settings reside in the ScreenBeam Wireless Display Preferences window.
3.1.Preferences Window
To open the ScreenBeam Wireless Display Preferences window, right-click the ScreenBeam
icon from the Notification Area of the computer s desktop. When the ScreenBeam options
menu appears, click Preferences.
Note: Changing these preferences affects computers running Windows 7/8/8.1/10 only.
3.2.Language
Select the language used by the ScreenBeamWireless Display software.

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3.3.Wireless Channel
The wireless channel on which the Receivers operate can be changed here.
Auto is recommended; this setting automatically selects the clearest channel available.
Note: Availability of channels depends on the sales region.
3.4.DisplayContent
Display Content allows Receivers to be configured for an optimal viewing experience on the
HDTV. By default, Video Playback is selected for better video display. Select
Presentation/Slideshow for a better still image display.
3.5.Adjust ScreenSize
Adjusting this slider changes the size of the picture on the HDTV monitor. This is useful if the
picture on the HDTV screen is overscanned–that is, the picture looks too big to fit on the
screen. If this occurs, adjust the slider until the entire picture appears on the HDTV screen.
3.6.EnablePushButton Pairing
Activating this option allows devices or computers to connect with a Receiver without having
to enter a Personal Identification Number (PIN).
3.7.EnableLowResolutionMode
Activating this option transmits a lower resolution picture to the HDTV monitor, which can be
useful when viewing video content (movies, television shows, etc.).
3.8.RestoreDefaults
Click Restoredefaults to reset all settings in the Preferences window to their factory
default settings.

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3.9.WindowsViewing Configuration
There are two options here: Mirroring and Extended Desktop.
3.9.1.Mirroring
By default, ScreenBeam mirrors the screen from the computer on the HDTV monitor.
3.9.2.ExtendedDesktop
ScreenBeam can be used with Windows Extended Desktop mode on the computer, which
creates a single desktop that stretches across both the computer screen and the HDTV
monitor. To use Extended Desktop, toggle the display output type on the Windows
7/8/8.1/10 computer.
Additionally, a hot key (Windows key + P) can be used, or the setting can be manually
configured from the system s Display settings. Refer to your computer user guide for more
information.

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PartIV. Updating Software
This chapter shows how to update the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software when using
the ScreenBeam USB Transmitter with a Windows 7/8/8.1/10 computer.
Note: Internet access is required for updating the software.
Follow the procedure below to update the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software:
1.Make sure that ScreenBeamWirelessDisplay software is disconnected from the
receiver. Then, right-click the ScreenBeamWireless Display icon in the Notification
Area and select Checkforupdates .
Note: Performing a software update may cause the ScreenBeamWireless Display
application to restart. If this occurs, relaunch the ScreenBeamWireless Display
application after the update is completed.
2.The Check forScreenBeamUpdates window appears, checking for available updates.
A software update is available when it displays Updateavailable in the Status line.
Click Updatenow to continue.

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3.The ScreenBeamWireless Display application downloads the upgrade installation
files.
4.When the download is complete, click Update and follow the onscreen instructions to
upgrade the ScreenBeamWireless Display application.

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The ScreenBeam Wireless Display application has been updated.

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PartV.FrequentlyAskedQuestions
This chapter lists a series of frequently asked questions concerning the operation of the
ScreenBeam components.
Note: Go to http://www.actiontec.com/screenbeam to access any FAQs created or updated
after the publication date of this manual.
I’veinsertedthesoftwareCDintotheCD-ROMdrive,butitdoesn’tinstall. What
shouldI do?
In Windows Explorer, browse to the CD-ROM drive (e.g., D:), then locate and double-click
the Setup.exe file.
Mylaptop computerdoes nothaveaCD-ROMdrive.HowcanIinstall the
ScreenBeamWireless Displaysoftware?
If your computer doesn t have a CD-ROM drive, go to the following link:
http://www.actiontec.com/products/sbupdate.php. You will need information from the sticker
on the bottom of the Receiver. Once you have entered the information, download the
software as indicated on the web page.
TheScreenBeamWireless Display softwarecan’tlaunch–itsays itcan’tfind aUSB
Transmitter. HowcanI solvethis?
First, if the display software doesn t launch, wait about a minute before trying anything else.
Then, unplug and plug the Transmitter back in, and try launching the display software again.
If that doesn t work, open the Windows Device Manager and make sure the ScreenBeam
Transmitter is NOT disabled (locate it under Network).
ShouldIbeconcernedifWindows’firewall oranti-virussoftwarewarnsthat
ScreenBeamistrying toopenaport?
ScreenBeam requires Windows to temporarily open a port to stream content to the TV. Click
Allow when the message appears. Some antivirus software settings can be more restrictive
than others, and you may not get a notification at all. If you are using anti-virus software and
ScreenBeam is not operating properly, you may need to temporarily disable the anti-virus
software, and re-enable it after using ScreenBeam. If the problem persists, consult your
anti-virus user guide to configure the proper settings for ScreenBeam.
IcannotdetecttheReceiverfrommylaptop computerusing theScreenBeam
Wireless Display software.What’swrong?
First, make sure the Transmitter is connected to the USB port. Then, select Add areceiver
and try again.
Mylaptop/PCdisplays thefollowingmessage: “Colorschemehas beenchanged.”Is
thisaproblem?