IOGear GWAVR User manual

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User Manual
Wireless Mobile and PC to TV
GWAVR
PART NO. M1228
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Table of Contents
Introduction 4
Package Contents 5
System Requirements 5
Overview 6
Hardware Installation 7
Connect with Intel WiDi 11
Connect with Miracast 12
Connect with non-Miracast device (iOS/all other Android based) 16
Advance Settings 19
Specication 23
Federal Communication Commission Statement (FCC) Statement 24
Limited Warranty 25

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Introduction
IOGEAR's GWAVR allows you to enjoy all of your personal and online content wirelessly on your big screen HDTV. Using your
smart phone, tablet or WiDi notebook you can sit back and experience your favorite movies, videos, photos, online shows and
more in full HD on your HDTV with great image, clarity and sound. In today's lifestyle of mobility and wireless, the GWAVR is the
next step in connectivity for your wireless Audio / Video entertainment.
Supports the latest WiFi technology:
•Wi-Fi Miracast - Also known as "Screen Mirroring" for Samsung devices*
Streaming Screen Capture from Wi-Fi Miracast compatible device (such as smartphone / tablet / notebook)
•Intel WiDi
Streaming Screen Capture from Intel WiDi notebook
•Works with non-Miracast Devices
Using the Free App "iMediaShare Personal" you can stream your personal photos, videos, music and more wirelessly to
your HDTV.
Note: You can also use the Free App “Flipps” to stream online videos and live content.
*Miracast / Screen Mirroring devices:
- Samsung has introduced Screen Mirroring (based on Miracast), which is incorporated into most of Samsung’s high-end
smart mobile devices including the GALAXY S III, GALAXY S IV, GALAXY Note 10.1, and GALAXY Note II
- New LG Optimus G
- New HTC One
- Google Nexus 4
- Sony Xperia T
Note:ForalistofknownMiracast-certieddevices,pleasevisit:http://www.wi-.org/wi--certied-miracast%E2%84%A2

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Package Contents
PC / Intel® WiDi Technology:
– Intel WiDi compatible laptop with 3rd Gen Intel Core i3/i5/i7 2.0 GHz processor (CPU) and
above, and Intel WiDi Technology (Version 3.5 and higher)
– 2GB of system memory (RAM) - 3GB (RAM) recommended
– Microsoft Windows® 7 and Windows® 8.x
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™:
– Wi-FiMiracastenabledmobiledevices-SamsungAllShareCertiedDevices
– Non-CertiedDevicesmayusetheiMediaSharePersonalfreeApp(IOS/Android)
TV:
– Flat-panel (LCD / Plasma / DLP) TV display or Projector with HDMI or DVI port (DVI
adapter not included)
– TV or audio system with HDMI
System Requirements
1 x Wireless A / V Receiver
1 x Power Adapter
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x Warranty/Registration Card

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Overview
1. Power LED
This LED is lit blue when the power adapter is plugged into the USB Micro-B Port.
2. USB Type – A
This port is reserved for service and future upgrades.
3. Mode Button
Press this button twice to go from WiDi/Miracast and AirFun modes.
4. HDMI Type-A Port (Display)
Connect the HD display to this port to display an image.
5. USB Micro-B Port (Power)
Connect the power adapter to this port to supply power to the device.
Micro USB HDTV
Mode
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Hardware Installation
Step 1
Connect the Power Adapter to the GWAVR’s Micro-B Port.
MicroUSBHDTV
Mode
USB
Cable Power
Adapter
HDMI Cable
Step 2
Connect the display to the GWAVR’s HDMI port using an HDMI cable.

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Contect with Intel WiDi
Step 1
Turn on your HDTV and select the correct input source. Plug GWAVR's power adapter into the power outlet and it
will boot up in the Intel WiDi/Miracast mode and your TV will show “Ready for Connection.”

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Step 2
With your laptop, launch the Intel WiDi software from your desktop or under the Programs menu.

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Step 3
Use the Intel WiDi application to locate and connect to the GWAVR.
*To update to latest Intel WiDi version, please visit:
http://www.intel.com/support/wireless/wtech/iwd/sb/CS-031109.htm

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Step 4
Thersttimeyouwirelessly
connect your laptop to the
GWAVR, you will need to enter
a security code displayed on
the TV. Input that code into the
Intel WiDi application window
on your laptop.
Your TV is now displaying your laptop screen
wirelessly (in about 10~15 seconds).

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Connect with Miracast
Step 1
Turn on your HDTV and select the correct input source. Plug GWAVR's power adapter into the power outlet and it
will boot up in the Intel WiDi/Miracast mode and your TV will show “Ready for Connection.”

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Step 2
FindthewirelessscreenmirroringapplicationonyourWi-FicertiedMiracasttabletorsmartphone.The
name and location of the application may differ from device to device.
*Note:ForalistofknownMiracast-certieddevices,pleasevisit:
http://www.wi-.org/wi--certied-miracast%E2%84%A2

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Step 3
LaunchthewirelessscreenmirroringdevicetondandconnecttotheGWAVR.
Example of Samsung Galaxy SIV shown below:
Go to Settings, select
Screen Mirroring, and
then turn it on.
Select GWAVR.
Connect to GWAVR.
Your device is now
connected.

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Your TV is now displaying your mobile device wirelessly.

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Connect with non-Miracast device (iOS/all other Android based)
Step1
Go to the App store and download free app “iMediaShare Personal.
Step 2
Turn on your HDTV and select the correct input source,
and apply power to the GWAVR. Then press the Mode
button twice until the AirFun screen appears with “Ready
for Connection.”

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Step 3
Turn on your device’s WiFi and connect to the GWAVR
network. (Device number after GWAVR may vary).*
Step 4
Open and launch the iMediaShare Personal
application. Your device can now wirelessly
stream your personal photos, videos,
music, and more to your HDTV using the
application.
*Note: Use the Advanced Settings to set up WiFi
connection under Network Setup (page 20).

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Step 5
To play a video, select
the video and then select
it to play on the GWAVR
screen.
Your video is now playing on your HDTV.
Step 6
To stream videos on demand and
live content, go to the app store on
your device and install the free app
“Flipps.” Once you have connected
GWAVR to an available network using
the Advanced Settings (page 19), you
will be able to stream online and live
content.*
*Note: Your device has to be connected to the same wireless network as the GWAVR in order to stream the online videos and
live content on the Flipps app.

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Advanced Settings:
Step 1
To change the advanced settings on the GWAVR, you will
need to connect to the GWAVR by using your smartphone/
tablet wireless connection:
Step 2
Open your web browser on your smartphone/tablet
and key in the address on the TV screen. This is the
remote that will control the Advanced Settings.

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Step 3
Click on the setup icon for the following category setups:
Network, Audio, Video, and System.
Network setup:
•DeviceName:Tochangedevicenameonnetwork
•Wi-FiConnection:Selecttoconnecttoanyavailable
wireless network. Then select a wireless network and use
the arrows on the remote to enter in the network password.*
•VirtualAPSetup:TocongureVirtualAccessPointfor
GWAVR with the following options:
- Radio Band: setup GWAVR as 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz band
- Wireless Security: Setup wireless security with Open
System or WPA Key
*Connect to the same wireless network you are using for all your devices.