Benq WDC10T Users Manual
WDC10
InstaShow™
User Manual
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Table of contents
Copyright ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Disclaimer ..................................................................................................................................... 2
BenQ ecoFACTS ......................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 4
Product features .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Package content ............................................................................................................................................... 5
Overview ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
InstaShow Button .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
InstaShow Host ............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Assembling InstaShow Host .......................................................................................................................... 8
Setting up InstaShow Host ............................................................................................................................ 8
Attaching InstaShow Host to the ceiling ................................................................................................................................. 9
Attaching InstaShow Host to a ceiling mount ........................................................................................................................ 9
Placing InstaShow Host on a table .......................................................................................................................................... 10
Installing InstaShow Host on the wall or trolley ................................................................................................................. 10
Connecting the HDMI cable and power ..................................................................................................11
Assembling the adapter ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
Connecting the HDMI cable..................................................................................................................................................... 12
Power supply via a USB type A jack (5V/1.5V) ....................................................................................................................12
Power supply via a power adapter.......................................................................................................................................... 13
Setting up and power supply of InstaShow Button ................................................................................13
Using Cable USB A(F) to USB A(M) .........................................................................................................15
Pairing InstaShow Button and InstaShow Host .......................................................................................16
When InstaShow Host is placed on the table ......................................................................................................................16
Waking up InstaShow Host .........................................................................................................................18
Storing InstaShow Buttons in the cradle .................................................................................................. 18
Starting and stopping presentation .......................................................................................19
Getting ready ..................................................................................................................................................19
Starting presentation .....................................................................................................................................19
Idle presentation ............................................................................................................................................21
Play video with InstaShow™ .......................................................................................................................22
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................24
Product specification ................................................................................................................28
3
Introduction
InstaShow™ is a wireless device for corporate meeting rooms. Users expect devices to respond
instantly, apps to launch and to control at their fingertips, and information to be available on demand.
Instashow™ bypasses the complicated steps of IP addresses, driver installation, app execution, setting
selection, etc. to quickly deliver professional, stable visual quality for teams to collaborate freely and
confidently. InstaShow™ is an unique all-hardware solution without software issues for universal
compatibility and display flexibility.
Product features
InstaShow™ is equipped with the following features:
Features Description
True Plug & Play
No Software
InstaVideo
Auto Channel
Selection
Wireless 802.11ac
Video and Audio
Assured Performance
Extended Desktop
Simply connect InstaShow™ into your USB and HDMI ports, then
push the button to start presenting immediately.
InstaShow™ doesn't need any software installation or execution.
There's no setup, configuration, or waiting for pop-ups to launch. Just
plug into your PC or Mac and start presenting immediately.
Convenient button switches between Presentation mode and Video
mode for precise productivity or smooth 1080p video, only from
BenQ. See
InstaShow™ automatically selects the best wireless channel upon
boot-up, ensuring smooth presentations in any environment.
The latest 802.11ac Wi-Fi guarantees extremely smooth wireless
streaming without lag or buffering.
InstaShow™'s HDMI output supports up to 60Hz Full HD 1080p
video and stereo sound without cable clutter or complicated driver
selection.
Peace of mind for consistent wireless presentation performance
without relying on your PC.
Keep your presenter view, notes, and backup data on your laptop
screen while presenting to the wireless screen with extended desktop
in both Windows and OS X.
Play video with InstaShow™ on page 22 for details.
• Transmission distance depends on actual environment. Stated distance is based on line-of-sight measurement.
Structures constructed of steel, wood, concrete, or brick may decrease transmission distance.
• According to regulatory restrictions in different regions of the world, Wi-Fi channels cannot be used in
countries outside the purchased region.
4 Introduction
Package content
InstaShow Buttons InstaShow Host 2 Antennas
Cradle Adapter & Plugs Cable: USB A(M) to Micro B(M)
Cable: HDMI A(M) to A(M) Cable: USB A(F) to USB A(M) Screws & Rubber Foot
Vel cro Str ap Round Double-sided sponge
Ta pe
• Available accessories and the pictures shown here may differ from the actual contents and the product
supplied for your region.
• Use original accessories to ensure compatibility.
• Always keep the product and accessories out of reach of children.
Quick Start Guide & Safety
Statement
5 Introduction
Overview
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3
1
2
RESET
Bottom of InstaShow Button
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7
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5
4
3
2
1
1
Alignment hole
Lid of InstaShow Host
InstaShow Button
1. Present key with LED indicator
Press to start or stop presenting.
2. MODE key
InstaShow Host
Press to pair with InstaShow Host
Video/Present mode.
3.
USB 3.0
Connect to a computer or laptop.
4. HDMI 1.4 connector
Connect to a computer or laptop.
5. RESET
Poke at the RESET hole to reset the device if the
device stops responding.
1. Fixture parts for the Antennas
Refer to Assembling InstaShow Host on page 8
for more information.
2. DC
connector
1.5A port
or to switch to
Connect to an adapter or a display using a Cable
USB A(M) to Micro B(M).
3. HDMI port
Connect to a display using a Cable HDMI A(M) to
A(M).
4. LAN port
Allow users to have access to the web
management through network.
5. PAIRING key
Press to pair with InstaShow Button.
6. RESET
Poke at the RESET hole to reset the device if the
device stops responding.
7. Power button with LED indicator
Press to turn InstaShow Host on and off.
8. Lid
Refer to
on page 9 for more information.
Attaching InstaShow Host to the ceiling
6 Introduction
LED indicators of InstaShow Button and InstaShow Host
Please refer below for detailed indicator and status description of InstaShow Button and InstaShow
Host.
LED indicator on
InstaShow Button
Status Description
Static blue The device is presenting.
Flashing blue The device is in pairing state for 10 seconds.
Flashing green The device is upgrading the firmware.
Static green
Flashing red
The device is connected and working
normally.
The device is trying to connect to InstaShow
Host or encountering a problem.
Static red The device is starting up.
Off The device is powered off.
Quick flashing red The reset process is triggered.
LED indicator on
InstaShow Host
Status Description
Static blue Connected device is presenting.
Flashing blue
The device is in pairing state for two
minutes.
Flashing green The device is upgrading the firmware.
50% static green The device is in network standby mode.
Static green The device is on and ready for connection.
Flashing red The device is encountering a problem.
Static red The device is starting up.
Off The device is powered off.
Quick flashing red The reset process is triggered.
7 Introduction
Installation
This section will guide you on how to prepare the unit before its initial use.
As your InstaShow™ could work with different displays, the steps required to complete the
installation may vary according to the actual environment and your display specifications. Follow the
procedures below and refer to the specified sections for details.
1. Assemble InstaShow Host with the antennas. See
details.
2. Connect InstaShow Host to the display and power properly. See
page 8
3. Connect InstaShow Button to the desired devices and power properly. See Setting up and power
supply of InstaShow Button on page 13 for details.
4. Make sure that all the connected devices have been powered on. Press the source button of the
display and make sure that the HDMI source has been transmitted. See Pairing InstaShow Button
and InstaShow Host on page 16 for details.
and Connecting the HDMI cable and power on page 11 for details.
Assembling InstaShow Host on page 8 for
Setting up InstaShow Host on
Assembling InstaShow Host
Assemble InstaShow Host with two antennas by turning the antennas clockwise (right) and
counterclockwise (left) to fasten them tightly.
Setting up InstaShow Host
You are provided with four different ways to position InstaShow Host.
8 Installation
Attaching InstaShow Host to the ceiling
open lock
open lock
1
2
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open lock
Alignment
hole
1. Rotate the lid clockwise until the lid is removed from InstaShow Host.
2. Place the lid on the ceiling and locate the alignment hole.
3. Use the screws provided to lock the lid to the ceiling.
4. Lock the first hole (1).
5. Follow the instruction in the illustration below to lock the other holes (2-4).
6. Rotate InstaShow Host counterclockwise to affix InstaShow Host to the lid.
Attaching InstaShow Host to a ceiling mount
If the display is mounted on the ceiling:
1. Attach InstaShow Host to the ceiling mount using the provided velcro strap.
2. Fix InstaShow Host to the mounting holder.
3. Use the supplied velcro to fix the mounting holder and InstaShow Host to the ceiling mount as
shown in the illustration.
9 Installation
Placing InstaShow Host on a table
If your display is placed on a table, attach the rubber foot to the recesses on lid of InstaShow Host
and put InstaShow Host right next to the display.
Installing InstaShow Host on the wall or trolley
If you need to install InstaShow Host near a display:
1. Use the round double-sided sponge tape provided to stick to the lid of InstaShow Host.
2. Affix InstaShow Host on the wall near the display.
3. Keep the antennas away from any signal obstructions.
You can also place InstaShow Host on a mobile display trolley. See the illustration.
10 Installation
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