ASTROS AS-201 User manual

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ASTROS Station
AS-201
User manual

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Index
1Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 4
ASTROS Station 201 (AS-201) Key features highlight...................................................................... 4
2About ASTROS Station 201.............................................................................................................. 5
Package contents............................................................................................................................. 5
Interface .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Others.............................................................................................................................................. 6
3ASTROS Station Installation............................................................................................................. 7
3.1. Mounting................................................................................................................................ 7
Wall mounting................................................................................................................................. 7
3.2. ASTROS Station Configuration ............................................................................................... 7
Access ASTROS configuration page................................................................................................. 7
The Landing Page............................................................................................................................. 8
General............................................................................................................................................ 8
Network integration...................................................................................................................... 11
Administration............................................................................................................................... 15
Power setting ................................................................................................................................ 17
4Start Screen Sharing...................................................................................................................... 18
4.1. Download ASTROS App........................................................................................................ 18
4.2. Connect to an ASTROS Station using ASTROS App .............................................................. 18
Steps.............................................................................................................................................. 18
Station list (Nearby Stations)......................................................................................................... 19
Search bar...................................................................................................................................... 19
4.3. Operating ASTROS App for Windows/ macOS..................................................................... 19
Screen sharing ............................................................................................................................... 19
Other Features .............................................................................................................................. 21
Configure ASTROS App.................................................................................................................. 23
Enable sound for macOS projection.............................................................................................. 24

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Windows install-free version......................................................................................................... 24
4.4. Operating ASTROS App for Android or Chrome OS devices ................................................ 24
Screen sharing ............................................................................................................................... 24
4.5. Mirroring with native protocols........................................................................................... 25
Support AirPlay and Google Cast .................................................................................................. 25
5Operating the Standby Screen ...................................................................................................... 25
5.1. Overview.............................................................................................................................. 25
A Information panel ...................................................................................................................... 25
B Background image...................................................................................................................... 26
C Control Panel.............................................................................................................................. 26
C1 Touch Back ............................................................................................................................... 26
C2 User List.................................................................................................................................... 27
C3 Moderation Mode (on-screen)................................................................................................. 27
D Floating Menu and Collaboration Features ............................................................................... 27
D1 Whiteboard.............................................................................................................................. 27
D2 Annotation ............................................................................................................................... 28
D3 Screen Capture......................................................................................................................... 28
Access saved image....................................................................................................................... 28
5.2. Content arrangement .......................................................................................................... 29
Auto layout.................................................................................................................................... 29
Change position............................................................................................................................. 29

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1Introduction
ASTROS wireless presentation solution enables users to experience modern ways of
communication with Astrogate’s advanced network-based wireless AV distribution
technology. Cross-platform ASTROS Apps and our native mirroring protocol supported
allow users to present contents from various devices with existing network
infrastructure. ASTROS also offers collaboration features that work seamlessly with
touch displays to further increase the efficiency of communication and stimulate
creativity.
ASTROS Station 201 (AS-201) Key features highlight
High performance wireless presentation
-4K full screen or 2K split-screen wireless presentation
-4K video output
Screen sharing and advanced features by cross-platform ASTROS App
-Support Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, iOS and Android
-Window Sharing: choose to project entire screen or selected application window
on Windows and macOS
-Remote View: View and save the main screen with high quality in real time
-One-to-many: project different contents to maximum 4 ASTROS Stations
simultaneously
-Touch Back: remotely operate a touch-supported device from a touch display
-Native mirroring: AirPlay mirroring/streaming and Google Cast
Intuitive and collaborative main screen features
-contents shared on the main screen simultaneously- including AirPlay and Google
Cast
-Moderation Mode: control what is being presented to the audience
-Auto layout or manual layout: automatically arrange the presented contents, or
drag and drop to change the layout
-Whiteboard, annotation, and Screen Capture: quickly express idea during the
session
Manage ASTROS Station with ease
Browser-based ASTROS configuration page

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Network
Up to 20 users can connect to AS-201 simultaneously
Wireless access point supporting 802.11ac
Security: 4-digit Login code / data encryption
2About ASTROS Station 201
Package contents
ASTROS Station (AS-201) x1
Antennas x2
Quick Start Guide x1
Power adaptor (12V 2A) x1
Interface
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Power button*
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HDMI 1.4 out
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USB Type-C
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USB 2.0 Type-A
3
USB 3.0 Type-A
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VGA out
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Antenna
connectors
9
Ethernet port
5
Audio out
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Power jack
＊Power button and LED behavior
Enter/quit Sleep or Suspend mode: short press for 1 second
Factory reset: long press until "Restarting..." dialog appears on screen
Red: sleep mode; Blue: power on; Blinking red and blue: firmware updating
＊USB devices support on AS-201
Mouse / Keyboard / USB flash drive

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Others
1. Product name and Model name: ASTROS Station AS-201
2. PSU power rating: 12V / 2A
3. POE power rating: 48V / 0.32A
4. Max. operating temperature: 0°- 40°
5. Max. storage temperature: -10°- 70°
6. Height of wall mounting: lower than 3 meters (suggested)
7. Warning:
-The RTC battery inside of the ASTROS Station is forbidden to charge,
decompose, heat or throw into fire.
-Do not ingest or swallow the RTC battery, or it can cause severe internal burns
in just 2 hours and can lead to death.
-Keep the RTC battery away from children.
-Please use in accordance with the product manual to avoid damage to the
product and affecting the warranty.
8. Warranty: 3 years
-Product problems caused by the following improper use will not be covered by
the warranty:
Disassemble or repair the product by yourself;
Disassemble or replace the RTC battery in the product;
Make the system short-circuit by spraying liquid improperly on the system;
Use equipment that is not in the product packing, such as power adapter or
antennas... etc.
-If you have any other questions, please contact our customer support or
distributor, and send the product for repair if necessary.

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3ASTROS Station Installation
3.1. Mounting
Wall mounting
1. Drill two holes in the wall with the distance shown on Figure 4.1.1. Use screw
anchors if needed
ASTROS Station bottom view
2. Drive in two screws.
The screw head diameter must be between 3.3 and 6 mm.
The screw rod diameter must be smaller than 3.3 mm.
Do not drive in the screws completely.
3. Hang the ASTROS Station to both screw heads and slide downwards until it’s fixed.
3.2. ASTROS Station Configuration
Access ASTROS configuration page
1. Prepare a device with web browser capability (a laptop is preferable)
2. Connect your device to the ASTROS Station
Make sure your device and the ASTROS Station are connected to the same network
For more information, see Network integration
3. On the Standby Screen, find ASTROS Station’s IP address on the left-hand side
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4. Type in https://IP or https://Device name in a web browser
For example, use https://192.168.120.11 on the default IP address when no
Ethernet cable is connected.
5. On the Landing Page, type in the administrator password.
The default password is admin.
! It is strongly suggested to change the administrator password the first time you
configure your AS-201.
! “https://” in IP address is necessary for the browser to direct to the ASTROS
configuration page correctly.
! You will be automatically logged out to the Landing Page if idle for 15 minutes.
The Landing Page
Admin login
Default login code is admin
Download apps
ASTROS App for Windows and macOS: redirect to Astrogate
website
ASTROS Quick Join: download a shortcut file with connection
information of this ASTROS Station; see ASTROS Quick Join for
more information.
! Download Windows installation-free app at
www.astrogate.com/support
General
Basic
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Station name input
The displayed name for this ASTROS Station. The name will
be displayed on the Standby Screen and ASTROS App’s
Station list. It will also be the SSID (WiFi name) for ASTROS
Station wireless access point.
Default name: AS201-xxxx
Format: A to Z, a to z, 0 to 9 and “-“ hyphen sign. Maximum
16 characters.
Select Login code type
Random: Login code enabled, generated randomly
No code: Login code disabled
Fixed: Login code enabled, customized 4 digits
Select background
image
There are two built-in images (unremovable) with the first
one selected as default. Hover your mouse to any empty
block and click on the “add” button to upload a custom
background image from your device. Hover your mouse on a
block with custom image, and click on the “delete” button to
delete the custom background image.
Image format: png or jpeg; width/height ratio between 1.5-
2.0; less then 4K resolution is recommended
Remote View switch
Enable this option will allow all users in the session to view
the main screen via ASTROS App.
Language selection
Select the language for this ASTROS Station.
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Reboot button
Click this button to reboot ASTROS Station.
Log out button
Log out to the landing page.
Resolution
HDMI only (default)
Maximum resolution is up to 4K resolution.
HDMI and VGA
duplicate
Enable dual-display output. In this mode, the maximum
resolution is up to 1080p.
! The available resolution depends on the connected monitor. When using dual-display
output, both will be set to the same resolution.
! When audio jack and HDMI are both connected, the audio will be duplicated.
Date & Time
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