CYP CDL-165ETHG User manual

CDL-165ETHG
ETHERNET/USB to HDMI/VGA Display Converter
Operation Manual
Operation Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or
operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this
equipment:
• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of re,
electrical shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any
openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts
inside the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU
if it is damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any
weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or
openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for
sufcient space for air to circulate around the unit.
REVISION HISTORY
VERSION NO. DATE DD/MM/YY SUMMARY OF CHANGE
VS1 19/12/11 First Release

CONTENTS
1. Introduction............................................ 1
2. Applications........................................... 1
3. Package Contents ................................ 1
4. System Requirements............................ 1
5. Features.................................................. 2
6. Operation Controls and Functions....... 3
6.1 Front Panel ........................................3
6.2 Rear Panel.........................................4
7. Software Installation .............................. 5
7.1 Install DispalyLink Software..............5
7.2 Install USB Server Software...............5
7.3 Using USB Server ...............................7
7.4 IP Property Setting............................8
8. Using DisplayLink Manager ................ 11
8.1 Using DisplayLink Manager ...........11
8.2 Using More DisplayLink Manager .16
9. Uninstall the Device Driver.................. 17
10. Connection Diagram ........................ 19
11. Troubleshooting ................................. 20
12. Specications .................................... 21
13. Acronyms ........................................... 22

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1. INTRODUCTION
The device that can send audio/video signals from a Notebook/PC
over a local area network through regular Ethernet cables to a TV
which can be used as the primary display. When a keyboard and
mouse are plugged in, the device will lets you to edit word processing
documents and play your music/movies on a TV. Supporting a direct
connection up to 100 meters away when using network cables, this
gadget also includes two USB ports which let users operate printers,
scanners and other USB devices at the same time, just like a PC. This
is useful in many different scenarios, for example: During meetings
each attendee would be able to access a projector from their
laptop without having to fumble with any cables as long as they are
connected to the network. This device can also be used as a simple
USB to HDMI signal converter thanks to its mini USB input port.
2. APPLICATIONS
• Educational teaching
• Home entertainment
• Ofce network
• Home network
3. PACKAGE CONTENTS
• Ethernet/USB to HDMI/VGA Converter
• 5 V/2.6 A DC power adaptor
• User Manual
• Driver CD
4. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
• System Hardware Requirements: 2.4 GHz single core CPU with at
least 1 GB RAM for optimal performance.
• Operating Systems:
- Windows XP Home or Professional SP2
- Windows Vista/Windows 7
Note:
- The MAC OS driver does not support connection over ethernet

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whereas connection via USB supports Mac OS X (v10.4.11 and
v10.5.6)
• USB Port Extension:
- An available USB 2.0 port with USB to mini-USB cable
• Network Extension:
- An available Ethernet port at home or a commercial network with
RJ-45 cable
5. FEATURES
• Supports HDMI & VGA outputs
• 16/32-bit Color for high-quality images
• HD resolutions up to 1920×1080
• HDMI and RGB display connectivity
• EDID selectable with switch for VGA or HDMI output
• Experience the complete PC environment on a TV from 100m away
• Allows a TV to act as the primary PC display and the use of
keyboard and mouse to browse the internet, use Microsoft Ofce,
watch/listen to movies/music from any networked computer
• Supports high performance 16-bit stereo, 48 kHz audio sampling
• Supports TCP/IP ethernet protocols
• Supports 10/100/1000 Mbps ethernet
• Extend or mirror audio and video through a network or USB cable
to an HDMI display
• Share HDMI display with multiple users through your existing ofce
or home IP network
• Add an HDMI display to your computer through a USB 2.0 port
• Supports mirror and extended video modes

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6. OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
6.1 Front Panel
USB
LAN
DC 5V
INPUT LAN IN USB PORT
USB IN
12 3 4 5
1
DC 5V
Plug the 5V DC power supply into the unit and connect the
adaptor included in the package to an AC wall outlet.
2
INPUT LAN/USB Switch
This switch allows users to choose the input source signal from
ethernet or USB.
3
LAN IN
This slot is to connect with a CAT5e/6 cable to your network system
or ethernet hub.
4
USB PORT
These ports act like a USB hub, allowing users to connect an
External Hard Drive, Keyboard, or Mouse.
Note:
• These two USB ports cannot be connected to a USB extension
hub,doing so will trigger the system to detect the external Hub and
will cause a system failure.
• Before removing the USB device, the user must follow the USB
devices hardware removal procedure for the relevant operating
system. Failure to do so will cause the system to crash.
5
Mini USB IN
This port supports mirror or video extension (via USB cable) from
the PC/laptop source device to your HDMI display, including both
video and audio output signals.

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6.2 Rear Panel
HDMI
VGA
OFF
HDMI OUT
EDID AUDIO VGAOUT
1 2 3 4
1
HDMI OUT
Connect to the HDMI TV/display with HDMI cable for video and
audio output.
2
EDID Control Switch
The default setting for this switch is on HDMI, leave the switch here
as long as the connected display is compatible. When the switch
is set to 'OFF' this will allow use of the built-in EDID (the input source
device must be re-powered/restarted in order for this to function).
However, switching from 'OFF' to 'HDMI' or 'VGA' will not require a
restart.
Built in EDID as follow:
640×480, 720×480, 768×576, 800×600, 1024×768, 1280×720,
1280×1024, 1360×768, 1366×768, 1440×900, 1600×1200, 1680×1050,
1920×1080.
3
AUDIO OUT
Connect with 3.5 mm phone jack cable to active speakers or PC
monitor with speaker input for audio output.
4
VGA OUT
Connect to display monitor or TV that has a D-Sub 15-pin input for
VGA video signal output.

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7. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
The following sections list the procedures to follow when installing the
USB to HDMI and USB device drivers. Insert the provided CD into your
CD-ROM drive, then begin the USB Install Disc and follow the below
steps to install the driver.
7.1 Install DispalyLink Software
Insert the CD driver included in the package and double click on the
DisplayLink icon to execute the setup.
7.2 Install USB Server Software
Double click on the USBServer Setup icon to execute the set up and
click nish when the setup is complete.

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When both the DisplayLink and USB Server drivers have been installed
the USB Server’s icon should appear on the desktop and in the system
tray.

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7.3 Using USB Server
Double click on the 'Launch USB Server' icon from the desktop or from
the icon in the system tray and the USB Server window will appear on
the desktop. Connect both the PC/Laptop and the unit with a RJ-45
patch cable. Click on Search ensuring that you have set the INPUT
switch on the device to LAN.
Once the connection is done click on Connect Device next to the
Search for both Display and Media. When the connection is done the
Status will change to 'Locally Connected'.

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7.4 IP Property Setting
When connecting PC/Laptop directly to the device or when the
network has no DHCP server a special IP setting is required. Please
follow the procedure below to make the correct setting.
Click Control Panel from the Windows Start Menu.

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Click on the Network and Internet Connection and select Network
Connections.

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Double click on the Local Area Connection
Double click on the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Click on “Use the follow IP address” and set the IP address and Subnet
mask. The IP address setting should remain at 169.254.10.X (X can be
0~9&11~255) and Subnet mask can remain as 255.255.0.0 appear with
“” mark. When disconnecting click on “Disconnect Device”.

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8. USING DISPLAYLINK MANAGER
8.1 Using DisplayLink Manager
After the driver is installed, a utility (DisplayLink Manager) will
automatically appear in the system tray. The utility allows you to
quickly change the settings and resolution for DisplayLink Manager.
Right click on the icon will bring out the context menu.
Screen Resolution
Select the screen resolution (available
only in extended mode).NOTE: When
the display has a built in EDID the
screen will show the display's resolution,
if no EDID is present the screen has the
following resolution (see image on the
right.)

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Color Quality
Select the screen color quality (available only in extended mode).
Screen Rotation
Rotate the screen on the additional monitor by 90, 180 or 270 degrees.

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Extend to
Reposition the extended screen to the top, bottom, left or right of the
primary display.
Extend
Set the DisplayLink Manager to Extended mode.

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Set as Main Monitor
Set the monitor to be the main monitor.
Notebook Monitor off
Set the PC/notebook's monitor off.

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Mirror
Set the DisplayLink Manager to Mirror mode. You can see the same
desktop image on the additional monitor.
Off
Disable the DisplayLink Manager on the system.