Cypress CDL-165HUB User manual

CDL-165HUB
USB to HDMI Display
Converter
Operation Manual
CDL-165HUB

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Version 1.0 October 2009
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Safety Precautions
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack or 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
fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.
 To prevent fire 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
module openings or empty slots, as you may damage parts.
 Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow it to
be abused by persons walking on it.
 To protect the equipment from overheating, do not block the
slots and openings in the module housing that provide
ventilation.
Revision History
Version No Date Summary of Change
V1 20091119 Preliminary Release

Table of Contents
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1. Introduction
2. Applications
3. Package Contents
4. System Requirements
5. Features
6. Specications
7. Operation Controls and Functions
7.1 Front Panel
7.2 Back Panel
8. Software Installation
8.1 Install DisplayLink Software
9. Using DisplayLink Manager
9.1 Using DisplayLink Manager
9.2 Using More DisplayLink manager
9.3 Firmware Update
10. Uninstall the Device Driver
11. Connection and Installation
12. Troubleshooting
13. Acronyms

1. Introduction
Today people are spending more of their time around technology, especially for
entertainment purposes, and often encounter problems. People spend a lot of
their watching Internet TV (HULU for instance is a popular source for internet TV
and movies However when the Internet TV viewer requires a larger viewing screen
for a more immersive experience they then have to go through the hassle of
connecting multiple cables. The “USB to HDMI display” can allow you to view any
PC information on a compatible TV. An additional feature of this product is that
it includes extra USB ports allowing it to perform KVM operations next to the TV,
which is an added bonus for those of us who are multi-taskers.
2. Applications
 Audio and Video from your PC to an HDTV
 Watch Internet TV on big screen
3. Package Contents
 USB to HDMI display Converter
 5V DC power adaptor
 User Manual
 Driver CD
4. System Requirements
 System Hardware Requirements: 2.4 GHz single core CPU with at least
1GB RAM for optimal performance
 Operating Systems:
Windows 2K SP4
Windows XP Home or Professional 32 bits SP2
Windows Vista 32 bits
Windows 7
 USB Port Extension:
An available USB 2.0 port with USB to mini USB cable
 It is suggested to upgrade your systems graphics drivers, Display Link software
and the mother boards chip set driver to their latest version
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5. Features
 Supports HDMI & VGA outputs
 16/32-bit Color for high-quality images
 HD resolution up to 1920 x 1080
 HDMI and RGB display connectivity
 EDID selection with switch for VGA or HDMI output
 Secure and easy to use
6. Specications
Input Port 1 x Mini USB
Output Ports 1 x HDMI, 1 x D-Sub 15pin, 3.5Φ phone jack
Extender Ports 2 x USB Hubs (A type)
Power Supply 5V DC/2.6A (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified)
ESD Protection Human body model: ± 8kV (air-gap discharge)
± 4kV (contact discharge)
Dimensions (mm) 90(W) x 120(D) x 25(H)
Weight(g) 120
Chassis Material Plastic
Silkscreen Color Black
Power Consumption 8W
Operating Temperature 0˚C ~ 40˚C / 32˚F ~ 104˚F
Storage Temperature -20˚C ~ 60˚C / -4˚F ~ 140˚F
Relative Humidity 20~90% RH (non-condensing)
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7. Operation Controls and Functions
The following sections describe the hardware components of the unit and
include a step by step installation guide and other suggested settings.
7.1 Front Panel
HDMI OUT AUDIO OUT VGA OUT
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① HDMI OUT: Connect the HDMI output to the HDMI display.
② AUDIO OUT: Connect the audio output to the speaker or AVR.
③ VGA OUT: Connect the VGA output to the VGA monitor.
Note: HDMI and VGA can output at the same time.
7.2 Back Panel
USB PORT USB IN
DC 5V
EDID
VGA
OFF HDMI
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① Power: This slot is where the user plugs in the 5V DC power supply of this
unit before connecting the adaptor to an AC wall outlet.
② Link LED: When the LED is on it meems the system is ready and there is
audio and Video can be sent.
③ EDID control switch: The default setting for this switch is HDMI, leave the
switch here as long as the connected display is compatible. When
the EDID control is switched from HDMI to VGA the unit will detect the
sources EDID and record it. Turn off in order to use the built in EDID.
④ USB Port: These ports allow the receiver to act like a USB hub, allowing you
to connect an External Hard Drive, Keyboard or Mouse.
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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. Failure to do so will cause the system
to crash.
⑤ Mini USB IN: This port supports This port support mirror or video extension
(via USB cable) to your HDMI display, including both video and audio
output signals.
8. 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.
8.1 Install DisplayLink Software
Select the preferred language and click automatically check for updates,
and then click “I Accept” to install the DisplayLink Manager
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9. Using DisplayLink Manager
9.1 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 displays
resolution, if no EDID is present the screen has the following resolution (see
below image)
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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.
 Extend to: Reposition the extended screen to the top, bottom, left or
right of the primary display.
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