CalDigit Thunderbolt 3 miniDock User manual

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USER GUIDE
ThunderboltTM 3
Dual HDMI

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Table of Contents
Section 1 : General Information
General Use Warnings
Safety Warnings
System Requirements
In the Box
Thunderbolt™ 3 Mini Dock Diagram
Section 2 : Using the ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock
Compatibility
Using the Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock
Conguring Dual Monitors
Supported Resolutions for Dual Monitors
Ethernet
USB
FAQs
Section 3 : Technical Support and
Warranty Information
Technical Support
Warranty
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1. General Information
Please read the ThunderboltTM 3 MiniDock manual thoroughly and familiarize yourself with
the product before use.
Avoid using the Thunderbolt™ 3 Mini Dock in extremely hot and cold environments. A safe
operating temperature range is between 32°F – 158°F (0°C - 70°C).
Avoid using the ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock in humid environments. Moisture and
condensation can accumulate in the device and cause damage to the electrical
components.
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Keep the ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock away from liquids and moisture. Exposure to liquids
can result in damaging the unit, electric shock, and result in a re hazard.
If your ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock gets wet while it is still o, do not connect it to the
Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C port. In the case of any issue with the device do not attempt to
repair or open the device yourself. Doing so can result in personal injury damage the device
and will void the warranty. If you have any issues please contact CalDigit Technical Support.
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General Use Warnings
Safety Warnings

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System Requirements
ThunderboltTM 3 computers
macOS 10.12 Sierra or later
Windows 10 or later
In the Box
1 x CalDigit ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock -Dual HDMI
HDMI HDMI USB 3.0 USB 2.0

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ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock Diagram
Mini Dock - Dual HDMI

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2. Using the ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock
Plug the tethered ThunderboltTM 3 cable from the ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock into your laptop’s
ThunderboltTM 3 port.
Connect your monitor’s HDMI cables into the HDMI connectors on the ThunderboltTM 3 Mini
Dock.
Your monitors will be instantly recognized.
Plug your USB and Gigabit Ethernet cables into the appropriate ports on the ThunderboltTM 3
Mini Dock.
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Using the ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock Dual HDMI
Compatibility
Conguring Dual Monitors
Thunderbolt™ 3
Mini Dock Dual HDMI
Thunderbolt™ 3 Mac ✓
Thunderbolt™ 3 PC ✓
USB-C Mac X
USB-C PC X
The ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock is compatible with the following computers.
You can add two external monitors to the ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock at up to 4K@60Hz resolution.
The dual monitors can be in both mirrored or extended modes.
Check your OS’s display settings on how to congure dual monitors
NOTE
The ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock supports dual display functionality.
However, the actual resolutions are limited by GPU, OS, Driver and
Firmware. Please refer to the tables below for general information.
Some Windows ThunderboltTM 3 systems are limited to one external
monitor support through the ThunderboltTM 3 port, please check with
the system manufacturer for more information.

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Supported Resolutions for Dual Monitors
Ethernet
USB
The ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Docks have a single Gigabit Ethernet port to connect to a Gigabit
Ethernet network. Your computer will connect to whichever network is connected to the
ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock by default. On macOS these settings can be changed in the“Network”
section under “System Preferences”. The Ethernet port also supports wake-on-LAN which allows
your computer to wake from standby remotely via the network.
The ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock’s USB ports support the following performance levels.
Resolution Video Display Frequency Dual Monitor
2K (2560 x 1600) 60 Hz Yes
Full HD (1920 x 1080p) 60 Hz Yes
4K 60 Hz Yes
2K (2560 x 1600) 30 Hz Yes
Full HD (1920 x 1080p) 30 Hz Yes
Thunderbolt™ 3 Mini Dock Dual HDMI
No. USB Ports 2
USB USB-A 3.0 (5Gb/s). 5V/0.9A. Supports UASP.
USB-A 2.0 (480Mb/s). 5V/0.5A.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
#1. Can the Mini Dock support the Apple USB SuperDrive?
Answer: NO
#2. Will my external drive bus-power through the Mini Dock?
Answer: Yes, if your external hard drive is designed to be bus-powered it will do so through the
Mini Dock.
The USB-A 3.0 port on the Mini Dock provides up to 4.5W power (5V/0.9A) to the device.
The USB-A 2.0 port on the Mini Dock provides up to 2.5W power (5V/0.5A) to the device.
If your bus-powered device or drive requires more power than the Mini Dock can support, it will
not work properly.
#3. Will the Mini Dock work when connected to a non-ThunderboltTM 3 laptop or
tablet such as a USB-C laptop or iPad Pro 2018?
Answer: No, the Mini Dock is only compatible with the ThunderboltTM 3 host connection.

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CalDigit Thunderbolt™ 3 Mini Dock Specications
Product Dimension and Weight
• Height : 0.74 inches (18.8 mm)
• Width : 4.88 inches (124 mm)
• Depth : 2.55 inches (65 mm)
• Cable : 7.87 inches (200 mm)
• Weight: 5.1 oz (145g)
Interface
• 1 x Thunderbolt™ 3
• 2 x HDMI 2.0. Supports HDCP 2.2.
• 1 x USB-A 3.0 (5Gbps). Supports UASP.
• 1 x USB-A 2.0 (480Mb/s)
• 1 x Gigabit Ethernet
Power
Bus-Powered
System Requirements
Thunderbolt ™ 3 computers
macOS 10.12 Sierra or later
Windows 10 or later
Environment
Operating Temperature: 32°F – 158°F (0°C - 70°C).
Storage Temperature: -40°F – 257°F (-40°C - 125°C).

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Specications and package contents are subject to change without notice.
ThunderboltTM and the ThunderboltTM logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC. All other trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.
Technical Support
If you run into any issues while using your ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock, please contact CalDigit
Technical Support.
• Email: suppor[email protected]
• Phone: [phone]
• Website: https://www.CalDigit.com/Support
When contacting CalDigit Technical Support, make sure to be at your computer and have the
following information available:
1. Your ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock serial number
2. Operating system and version
3. Computer make and model
4. Devices being used on the ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock
Warranty Information
• The ThunderboltTM 3 Mini Dock is covered by a 2-year limited warranty.
• For detailed CalDigit warranty information please visit our website :
https://www.CalDigit.com/Warranty
Please visit www.caldigit.com for more information on all CalDigit products.
3. Technical Support and Warranty Information