HP USB Media Port Replicator User manual

HP USB Media Port Replicator
User Guide

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First Edition: January 2010
Document Part Number: 601825–001

Table of contents
1 Getting started
Identifying components ........................................................................................................................ 2
Rear components ................................................................................................................ 2
Setting up the port replicator ................................................................................................................ 3
Step 1: Connect to AC power .............................................................................................. 3
Step 2: Connect the computer ............................................................................................. 3
Step 3: Prevent the computer from sleeping ....................................................................... 4
2 Using the port replicator
Port replicator guidelines ...................................................................................................................... 5
Connecting to a network ....................................................................................................................... 6
Connecting USB devices ...................................................................................................................... 7
Connecting to a VGA display device .................................................................................................... 8
Connecting audio ................................................................................................................................. 9
Connecting analog audio devices ........................................................................................ 9
Connecting an optional security cable ................................................................................................ 10
3 Troubleshooting
Solving common problems ................................................................................................................. 11
General use and connection problems .............................................................................. 11
Audio problems .................................................................................................................. 12
Video problems .................................................................................................................. 12
Getting more information .................................................................................................................... 13
Technical support ............................................................................................................................... 13
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 14
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1 Getting started
This chapter identifies the visible hardware features of the HP USB Media Port Replicator and provides
the instructions for setting up the port replicator.
NOTE: The port replicator may have features that are not supported by your computer.
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Identifying components
Rear components
Component Description
(1) Power connector Connects the AC adapter to the port replicator.
NOTE: The port replicator does not provide power to the
computer.
(2) USB ports (4) Connect optional USB devices.
(3) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone,
stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.
(4) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces computer sound when connected to optional
powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a
headset, or television audio.
(5) USB connector Connects the port replicator to the computer.
(6) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(7) External monitor port Connects an optional external VGA monitor or projector.
(8) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the port replicator.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the port replicator from
being mishandled or stolen.
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Setting up the port replicator
Step 1: Connect to AC power
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment:
Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
Disconnect power from the product by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.
If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-
pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The
grounding pin is an important safety feature. It is possible to receive an electric shock from a system
that is not properly grounded.
1. Connect the computer AC adapter to the power connector (1).
2. Connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter (2).
3. Connect the AC power cord to the AC outlet (3).
Step 2: Connect the computer
To connect the computer to the port replicator:
1. Connect the USB cable to the USB connector on the port replicator (1).
Setting up the port replicator 3

2. Connect the USB cable to a USB port on the computer (2).
NOTE: The location of the USB port on your computer varies by computer series and model.
Step 3: Prevent the computer from sleeping
To ensure that the computer does not initiate Sleep or Standby when the display is closed:
1. Open the Windows Control Panel Power Options page, and then click the Advanced tab.
2. In the Power Buttons section, click Do nothing from the When I close the lid of my portable
computer list, and then click OK.
NOTE: For instructions on accessing the Power Options page, refer to Help and Support on the
computer.
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2 Using the port replicator
Port replicator guidelines
●Operating systems—For optimal performance, use the port replicator with HP or Compaq
computers running Microsoft® Windows® 7, Windows XP, or Windows Vista® operating
systems.
●Power—To use port replicator features, AC power must be connected to the port replicator.
●Connecting and disconnecting—The computer can be connected or disconnected from the port
replicator whether the computer is on or off.
●External devices—When the computer is connected to the port replicator, you may attach external
devices to the ports on the rear panel of the port replicator or to the ports on the computer.
Port replicator guidelines 5

Connecting to a network
You can connect your computer through the port replicator to a network. This requires an Ethernet cable
(purchased separately).
1. Connect the port replicator to your computer.
2. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 (network) jack on the port replicator (1) and
the other end to a RJ-45 wall jack (2) or router.
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Connecting USB devices
The port replicator has 4 USB ports. Use these ports to connect optional external USB devices, such
as a keyboard or mouse.
Connecting USB devices 7

Connecting to a VGA display device
The port replicator can also be connected to an external VGA display device, such as a monitor or a
projector, through the external monitor port.
To connect an external VGA display device:
1. Connect the device cable to the external monitor port on the back of the port replicator.
2. If using Windows 7, press fn+f4 on the computer one or more times to switch the screen image to
the external display device.
NOTE: If you are not using Windows 7, the computer will automatically detect the external device.
Refer to Help and Support for more information.
NOTE: To use extended display, refer to the operating system display settings of the computer.
NOTE: If the computer lid switch is set to initiate Standby or Sleep when the display is closed,
do not close the computer display while the computer is connected to an external display device.
You can modify lid switch settings through the computer power options.
NOTE: The port replicator does not support viewing Blu-ray and other protected content on a display
device connected to the external monitor port on the port replicator.
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Connecting audio
You can connect headphones or speakers directly into the headphone jack on the port replicator. In
addition, you can also connect analog audio devices.
NOTE: Do not connect more than one audio device to the port replicator.
NOTE: The headphone jack on the computer is disabled when an audio device is connected to the
port replicator, or when the port replicator is connected to the HP USB Notebook Speaker (purchased
separately).
Connecting analog audio devices
To connect analog audio:
1. Connect one end of an audio Y-cable (purchased separately) to the headphone jack on the port
replicator (1).
2. Connect the other end to the red and white audio-in jacks on your television or stereo equipment
(2). Refer to your television or stereo equipment user guide for the jack names and locations.
Connecting audio 9

Connecting an optional security cable
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the port replicator
from being mishandled or stolen.
To install a security cable:
1. Loop the security cable around a secured object.
2. Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2).
3. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the port replicator (3), and then turn the key.
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3 Troubleshooting
Solving common problems
The following tables list possible problems and the recommended solutions.
General use and connection problems
Problem Possible cause Solution
The ports or jacks on the port replicator
are not working.
The port replicator is not connected to
AC power.
Connect the AC adapter to the power
connector on the port replictor and to an
AC outlet.
The computer is not connected to the
port replicator correctly.
Disconnect the USB cable from the
computer, and then reconnect the cable
to the computer.
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Audio problems
Problem Possible cause Solution
Headphones or other audio device
connected to the computer does not
produce sound.
Headphones or another audio device is
connected to the headphone jack on the
port replicator. Using the headphone jack
on the port replicator mutes sound
through the computer.
Disconnect the headphones or other
audio device from the headphone jack on
the port replicator, or use the device
connected to it.
More than one audio device is connected
to the port replicator.
Be sure that only one audio device is
connected to the port replicator.
A microphone connected to the
computer does not work.
A microphone is connected to the port
replicator. While a microphone is
connected to the port replicator, the
microphone jack on the computer is
disabled.
Either use the microphone connected to
the port replicator or disconnect it.
A connected home entertainment
system does not have audio.
Audio is not connected properly. Be sure that the port replicator is properly
connected to the home entertainment
system.
Video problems
Problem Possible cause Solution
A video device connected to the external
monitor port on the computer displays a
black screen when playing Blu-Ray or
other protected content.
The port replicator does not support
viewing Blu-Ray or other protected
content on an external display device
connected to the external monitor port on
the port replicator.
Use the display device on the computer.
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Getting more information
●For comprehensive information about your computer, as well as governmental agency and safety
information about the use of your computer, access Help and Support by clicking Start, and then
clicking Help and Support.
●The HP Web site (http://www.hp.com) provides product news and software updates.
Technical support
If you cannot solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in this chapter, you may need to contact
technical support.
For the fastest possible resolution of your problem, have the following information available when you
call or e-mail:
●The computer and port replicator model types
●Serial numbers for the computer and port replicator
●Dates the computer and port replicator were purchased
●Conditions under which the problem occurred
●Error messages that have been displayed
●Hardware configuration of the computer
●Hardware and software you are using
●The manufacturer and model of the printer or other accessories connected to the computer and
port replicator
●Configuration settings, including contents of the system files
To contact technical support, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click Contact support to
start a chat session with a support specialist.
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Index
A
analog audio 9
audio connection
analog 9
troubleshooting 12
audio-out (headphone) jack 9
C
computer, connecting 3
computer, sleeping 4
connector, power 2, 3
E
external devices 5
external monitor port 2
H
headphone (audio-out) jack 9
Help and Support 13
J
jacks
audio-out (headphone) 9
RJ-11 (modem) 6
RJ-45 (network) 2, 6
S/PDIF 2
L
lock, security cable 10
M
monitor port, external 2
N
network (RJ-45) jack 2, 6
O
operating systems supported 5
P
ports
external monitor 2
USB 2, 7
power connector 3
R
RJ-45 (network) jack 2, 6
S
S/PDIF audio jack 2
security cable, connecting 10
T
technical support 13
U
USB devices, connecting 7
USB ports, identifying 2
14 Index