StarTech.com IP2DVI User manual

Ethernet to DVI Video
Adapter
Ethernet to DVI Video Adapter
over IP
IP2DVI
Instruction Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction..................................................................... 1
Packaging Contents.....................................................................1
System Requirements .................................................................1
Installation....................................................................... 1
Hardware Installation...................................................................1
Driver Installation.........................................................................2
Display mode................................................................... 7
Specifications.................................................................. 8
Technical Support........................................................... 9
Warranty Information ...................................................... 9

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Introduction
Packaging Contents
1 x IP2DVI video adapter•
1 x Power Adapter•
1 x Driver and Software CD•
1 x Instruction Manual•
System Requirements
DVI enabled monitor/projector•
TCP/IP network access•
Microsoft Windows• ®XP/Vista (32-bit)
Installation
Hardware Installation
LAN Port
LAN Link
Indicator
Power Indicator
DVI Connector
Reset Button
Power
Connector

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LED Indicator
LED Colour Description
Power Red ON: receiving power from adapter
OFF: no power supplied from adapter
Link Green
ON: network connection detected
OFF: no network connection detected
Flashing: data transfer
Driver Installation
Windows XP
Insert the provided CD into your disc drive. Locate and double-click1.
the Setup.exe file in the Driver folder to launch the setup program.
During the installation, the screen may flicker a couple of times. This2.
is normal. When this section of the installation is complete, click
‘Finish’ to proceed.

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When the ‘Install DisplayLink Software’ screen appears. Accept the3.
terms in the license agreement to proceed.
If you have a firewall enabled on the computer, make sure to unblock4.
the Cat5ShareStation utility.
Connect the IP2DVI unit to your router/switch and power it on.5.
When the Found New Hardware Wizard screen appears, select6.
‘Install the software automatically (Recommended)’ and click Next.
Click ‘Finish’ to complete the installation.7.
Launch the Cat5ShareStation utility from the icon on the Desktop.8.
A list of all available IP2DVI units detected on the network will9.
appear.

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Select ‘Generic DoIP’ and click the ‘Connect’ button. When the10.
connection is ready, you will see the Generic DoIP icon become
orange as below.
Then a pop-up message will appear in the notification area11.
indicating the installation is complete.
If your monitor is not yet connected to the IP2DVI, make the12.
connection and power on your monitor.
After the connection, the remote monitor should display an image13.
from the computer.

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Windows Vista
Insert the provided CD into your disc drive. Locate and double-click1.
the Setup.exe file in the Driver folder to launch the setup program.
During the installation, the screen may flicker a couple of times. This2.
is normal. When this section of the installation is complete, click
‘Finish’ to proceed.
When the ‘Install DisplayLink Software’ screen appears. Accept the3.
terms in the license agreement to proceed.

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After the installation completes, select Yes to restart your computer.4.
Connect the IP2DVI unit to your router/switch and power it on.5.
Launch the Cat5ShareStation utility from the icon on the Desktop.6.
Click ‘unblock’ when you see the Windows Security Alert or other
firewall warning.
Select ‘Generic DoIP’ and click the ‘Connect’ button. When the7.
connection is ready, you will see the Generic DoIP icon become
orange as below.
A pop-up message will appear in the notification area indicating the8.
installation is complete.
If your monitor is not yet connected to the IP2DVI, make the9.
connection and power on your monitor.
After the connection, the remote monitor should display an image10.
from the computer.

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Display Mode
To change the display mode, right-click on the tray icon located in the
System Tray, next to the clock.
The IP2DVI connected monitor can be configured to:
Extend your Windows desktop (default)
Extend your Windows desktop to Right / Left / Above / Below the
primary display
Mirror your Windows desktop
On Windows XP
On Windows Vista

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Specications
External Connectors 1 x RJ45 female
1 x DVI-I 29-pin female
LEDs 1 x Power (red)
1 x LAN Link (green)
Maximum Resolution 1280 x 1024
Supported Colour Depth 16 and 32 bit
Supported Display Modes
Extended Desktop (left/right/•
above/below)
Mirrored (Cloned) Desktop•
Power Adapter AC: 100-240V, 50-60Hz
DC: 5V, 2.5A
Operating Temperature 10 - 40 degrees
Storage Temperature -10 - 80 degrees
Dimensions 97.0mm x 69.8mm x 20.8mm
Weight 83 g
Compatible Operating
Systems Windows®XP/Vista (32-bit)

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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our com-
mit-ment to provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help
with your product, visit www.startech.com/support and access our com-
prehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a one year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in
materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial
date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for
repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The
warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not war-
rant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse,
alteration, or normal wear and tear.
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