Driver installation
Before connecting the product to the computer, the driver on the supplied CD must
be installed. Otherwise, the USB graphics card will not function correctly later on.
If you have already connected the USB graphics card to the computer, disconnect it
before you start the driver installation!
• Insert the CD provided in the appropriate drive of your computer. If the installation does not
start automatically, open the CD e.g. with Windows Explorer and start the installation program
manually.
• Follow all of the Windows software instructions.
During the installation the screen may flicker or there might be no image for a short
while. This is normal. Wait until the installation of the software has finished.
• After installation; it might be necessary to restart Windows, in order for the USB graphics
card to function correctly.
Connection and getting started
Install the driver first, if you have not yet done this, see chapter “Driver Installation”.
• Connect your monitor to the HDMI port on your USB graphics card. If you only have a DVI
cable, you can use the HDMI/DVI adapter provided.
The USB graphics card only supports digital monitors. It is not possible to operate
an analogue monitor with VGA input on the USB graphics card.
• Now connect the USB graphics card to a USB port in your computer or a powered USB2.0
hub.
The USB graphics card requires a current of more than 100 mA. This means that it
will not function on a USB hub without separate power supply. The USB port on the
keyboard does not provide sufficient power either. In this case, the USB graphics
card will not be recognised or malfunctions may occur.
• Windows recognises the new hardware and completes the driver installation.
• Normally, Windows should recognise the second monitor automatically so that it can be used.
For example, the mouse pointer can be moved from the first monitor to the second one. Also,
windows from the first monitor can be moved to the second monitor.
However, rebooting might be required before an image can be displayed on the monitor.
During start-up/booting of the computer, there is no image on the monitor connected
to the USB graphics card, since at this point the driver is not yet loaded.
• To change the allocations of the monitors, you can edit the Windows graphic settings (e.g.
click on an unused area of the desktop with the right mouse button and select “Properties”).
For example, the location of the second monitor can be changed (whether it is allocated to
the left or the right of the first monitor), or you can adjust the desired resolution.
Tips & notes
• The USB graphics card only supports digital monitors which have an HDMI or DVI port. It
is not possible to operate an analogue monitor with VGA input on the USB graphics card.
• The HDMI output of the USB graphics card not only transfers image data, but also audio
signals. If the monitor you are using has built-in loudspeakers, they can also play back e.g.
system sounds of Windows or the audio files of MP3 player software or the like. You may
have to enable the correct audio output in the control panel of Windows or set the volume,
if required.
Audio playback is only possible via HDMI, not via DVI. In order for the USB graphics card
to transfer audio signals to the monitor, the monitor must be connected to the USB graphics
card via an HDMI cable.
• The USB graphic card requires a USB port for operation, which must be capable of providing
a current of 500 mA (a so-called “High Power USB Port”). This may be a USB port on the
computer (on the front/rear of the PC’s housing) or a USB port on a USB hub with a separate
power supply.
USB ports on keyboards or monitors are not suited in most cases for operating the
external graphics card.
When using the USB graphics card on a notebook, you may have to supply the
notebook with power via its power adapter, because the notebook’s rechargeable
battery may not provide enough current for the USB graphics card.
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You should not disconnect the external USB graphics card from the USB port during
operation. This may cause Windows to behave unpredictably (e.g. crashes, data loss or
the like).
• Since the image content is transferred via USB 2.0, there may be delays in the display if the
image content changes quickly. This is observed mostly when a very high resolution has
been selected.
It is not possible to use the external USB graphics card for fast 3D-games.
When playing videos, the max. possible resolution depends on the video resolution (max.
720p) and also on the maximum USB data transfer rate of the USB2.0 port used. Set a lower
resolution for the monitor which is connected to the USB graphics card, if the video images
jerk during playback, or use the monitor that is directly connected to the computer to play
videos.
Operating instructions
USB graphics card using DVI/HDMI
Item no. 1611631
Intended use
The product is intended for connection to a USB port and serves as an external graphics card.
By means of a special driver, a monitor connected to it works as if your computer or your normal
graphics card had an additional monitor connection.
In order to operate the product a USB port, capable of providing a current of 500 mA, is required.
It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture, e.g. in
bathrooms, must be avoided under all circumstances.
For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you use
the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged.
In addition, improper use can cause hazards such as short circuiting, fire etc. Read the
instructions carefully and keep them. Make this product available to third parties only together
with its operating instructions.
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. All company
names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
HDMI is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing L.L.C.
Delivery content
• USB graphics card
• USB cable
• HDMI cable
• HDMI/DVI adapter
• Driver CD
• Operating instructions
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Safety instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety
information. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information
on proper handling in this manual, we assume no liability for any resulting
personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/
guarantee.
• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
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Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. This may become
dangerous playing material for children.
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Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high
humidity, moisture, flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
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If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and
protect it from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed
if the product:
- is visibly damaged,
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is no longer working properly,
- has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
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has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
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Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height
can damage the product.
• Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are
connected to the product.
• Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the
device.
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Maintenance, modifications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an
expert or at a qualified shop.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions,
contact our technical support service or other technical personnel.
