IOGear GWAVR User manual

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User Manual
Wireless Mobile and PC to TV
GWAVR
PART NO. M1228-a
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Table of Contents
Introduction 4
Package Contents 5
System Requirements 5
Overview 6
Hardware Installation 7
Contect with Intel WiDi 8
Connect with Miracast 12
Connect with non-Miracast device (iOS/all other Android based) 16
Advanced Settings: 21
How to upgrade the rmware for GWAVR 25
Specication: 28
Compliance Information 29
Limited Warranty 30
Contact 30

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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
smartphone, tablet or Intel® 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 Wi-Fi 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 (Computer Scenario):
• 3rd Gen Intel®Core™ i3 / i5 / i7 2.0 GHz processor (CPU) and above with Intel® WiDi (version 3.5 and higher)
• 2GB of system memory (RAM) - 3GB (RAM) recommended
• Microsoft Windows®7, Windows®8 and Windows®8.1
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™ (Mobility Scenario):
• Wi-Fi Miracast enabled mobile devices (Smartphones and Tablets)
– Samsung enabled smartphones and tablets with Screen Mirroring (AllShare Cast*)
Non-Miracast Certifed Devices (Mobility Scenario):
• Use the Free "iMediaShare" App (iOS / Android)
– iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch running iOS 6+ – Android 1.6+ phones and tablets
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 switch 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.
Step 2
Connect the display to the GWAVR’s HDMI port using an HDMI cable.
MicroUSBHDTV
Mode
USB
Cable Power
Adapter
HDMI Cable
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Contect with Intel WiDi
Step 1
Turn on your HDTV and select the correct HDMI source input. Turn on the GWAVR; it will automatically load in the Intel WiDi
mode and will be ready for connection.
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Step 2
Turn on your laptop and launch the Intel WiDi application. Go to start menu, search for Intel WiDi, and open the application.

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Step 3
Locate and connect to the GWAVR.
Note: 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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