Black Box AC346A User Manual

AC346A

USB to HD Pro

Use this HDMI and HDCP-compliant USB converter
for streaming media files stored on your PC to an HD
screen with HDMI input.

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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY

CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if
not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance
with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed
to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct
the interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emis sion
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry
Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant
les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)Electrical Safety Statement

INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes
de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.

2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para
referencia futura.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de
operación deben ser respetadas.

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NOM Statement

4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca
de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.

6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que
sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá
a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser
referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,
alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar
en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de
ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.

11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del
tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.

12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización
del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no
sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,
poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del
aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas
de energia.

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NOM Statement

16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea
usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.

18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:

A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u

B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o

C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o

D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su

desempeño; o

E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Trademarks Used in this Manual

Trademarks Used in this Manual

Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of
BB Technologies, Inc.

HDMI is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.

Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be
the property of the trademark owners.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

1. Specifications ...................................................................................................7

2. Overview ........................................................................................................8

2.1 Introduction .............................................................................................8

2.2 Features ...................................................................................................8

2.3 What’s Included ......................................................................................9

2.4 System Requirements ..............................................................................9

2.5 Hardware Description..............................................................................9

3. Installation ..................................................................................................... 11

3.1 Install the USB to HD Pro Driver ............................................................11

3.2 Install the USB Audio Driver .................................................................. 11

3.3 Install the Hardware ..............................................................................12

4. Using the USB to HD Pro ...............................................................................13

4.1 Using the USB to HD Pro DisplayLink Manager ....................................13

4.2 Using USB to HD Pro After Driver Is Already Installed ..........................17

4.3 Firmware Update ...................................................................................17

5. USB PnP Sound Program ...............................................................................20

5.1 Main Setting ..........................................................................................21

5.2 Mixer .....................................................................................................22

5.3 Effect .....................................................................................................22

5.4 Information ............................................................................................23

6. Uninstall ......................................................................................................24

6.1 Uninstall the US to HD Pro Driver .........................................................24

6.2 Uninstall the USB Audio Driver .............................................................24

Appendix: Troubleshooting .................................................................................26

A.1 Problems/Solutions ................................................................................26

A.2 Contacting Black Box ............................................................................26

A.3 Shipping and Packaging ........................................................................27

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Chapter 1: Specifications

1. Specifications

System Requirements — Operating System: Microsoft Windows® XP/

®

Windows Vista
Processor: Pentium
512-MB RAM or above; available USB 2.0 port; 30 Mb of available disk space

Connectors — USB Input: (1) Type A USB 2.0;
HDMI Output: (1) HDMI

Size — 3.9"H x 2.2"W x 1.3"D (10 x 5.5 x 3.3 cm)

(32-bit);

®

4 2.4 GHz or above;

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Chapter 2: Overview

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

The USB to HD Pro conveniently enables customers to play media files stored in a PC
on a big screen by converting USB input into HDMI. Simply connect the USB
interface of the PC to the converter using the included USB cable, and connect

®

the unit to your home theater system with an HDMI
pictures (resolution up to 720p) and sound on your big screen.

2.2 Features

• Plug-and-play. Installs in seconds.

• Easily connects up to 6 HDMI display devices to one PC through USB 2.0.

• Supports both video and audio signals (if you use multiple USB to HD Pro units,

you can only select one of the display devices for sound output).

cable to enjoy high-quality

• Supports HDMI resolution up to 720p.

• Compatible with Windows XP and Windows Vista (32-bit).

• Completely new architecture supports Vista Aero (32-bit).

• No external power supply needed (power is supplied from the PC through the

USB connection).

• Bundled Software:

USB to HD Pro Program:

- Supports Extended and Mirror functions.

- Supports screen resolution and color quality adjustment in extended mode.

- Enables you to rotate the screen on the add-on monitor by 90, 180 or 270
degrees.

- Supports online updates automatically.

- The software has been awarded Microsoft Windows Certification.

USB PnP Sound Program:

- Sound effects like 10-band Equalizer and 27 environment effects can enrich

users’ audio experience and enjoyment.

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2.3 What’s Included

Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged,
contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or [e-mail].

• USB to HD Pro

• USB Cable

• Driver CD (contains driver and this user manual)

2.4 System Requirements

• Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP/Vista (32-bit).

• Processor: Intel Pentium Dual Core 1.8 GHz or above

• 1 GB RAM or above

• Available USB 2.0 port

• 30 Mb of available disk space

NOTE: When connecting more USB to HD Pro to a computer, a system with higher

CPU performance is recommended.

2.5 Hardware Description

Figure 2-1 shows the top and side views of the USB to HD Pro.

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USB input

(connect to the USB

port of your PC)

HDMI Output

(connect to the

HDMI input of the

display device)

Figure 2-1. Top and side views.

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Chapter 3: Installation

3. Installation

3.1 Install the USB to HD Pro Driver

Step 1: Insert the provided driver CD into your CD-ROM driver. Execute the

Setup.exe file from the USB to HD Pro Driver folder.

Step 2: A dialog box should pop up to prompt you to choose the desired installing
language. After choosing your language, click on “I Accept” to start installation
automatically.

Figure 3-1. Software license agreement.

Step 3: After finishing the installation, a dialog box should pop up to tell you to
restart your PC to complete the installation.

3.2 Install the USB Audio Driver

Step 1: Execute the “Setup.exe” file on the provided driver CD.

<Audio Driver> —> <XP> or <Vista>

Step 2: Follow the instructions in the wizard to complete the installation.

Step 3: After finishing the installation, a dialog box should pop up to tell you to

restart your PC to complete the installation.

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Chapter 3: Installation

3.3 Install the Hardware

Step 1: Use the HDMI cable to connect your display device that supports HDMI

input.

HDMI cable

USB to HD Pro

Display device

Figure 3-2. Connecting the USB to HD Pro to the display device.

Step 2: Connect the USB to HD Pro to a USB 2.0 port of your computer using the
provided USB cable.

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USB cable

USB to HD Pro

PC

Figure 3-3. Connecting the USB to HD Pro to a computer.

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Chapter 4: Using the USB to HD Pro

4. Using the USB to HD Pro

4.1 Using the USB to HD Pro DisplayLink Manager

After the driver is installed, a utility (USB to HD Pro DisplayLink Manager) icon will
automatically appear in the system tray. The utility allows you to quickly change the
settings and resolution for the USB to HD Pro. Right-clicking the icon will bring up
the context menu.

Figure 4-1. Context menu.

Screen Resolution: Select the screen resolution (available only in extended mode).

Figure 4-2. Selecting screen resolution.

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Color Quality: Select the screen color quality (available only in extended mode).

Figure 4-3. Selecting color quality.

Screen Rotation: Rotate the screen on the additional monitor by 90, 180, or 270
degrees.

Figure 4-4. Selecting screen rotation.

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Extend to: Reposition the extended screen to the top, bottom, left, or right of the

primary display.

Figure 4-5. Repositioning the extended screen.

Extend: Set the USB to HD Pro to Extended mode. You can access the website on
the VGA monitor and play videos on the HDMI display device.

Figure 4-6. Setting the unit to extended mode.

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Chapter 4: Using the USB to HD Pro

Mirror: Set the USB to HD Pro to Mirror mode. You can see the same desktop

image on the additional monitor.

Figure 4-7. Setting the unit to mirror mode.

NOTE: If there is no picture on the additional monitor, adjust the resolution of the

main screen.

Off: Disable the USB to HD Pro in the system.

Figure 4-8. Disabling the unit in the system.

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Chapter 4: Using the USB to HD Pro

Advanced: Directly access the display properties. You can also adjust the

resolution, color quality, position, and refresh rate via the display properties.

Figure 4-9. Accessing the display properties.

4.2 Using the USB to HD Pro After Driver Is Already Installed

You don’t need to install the driver again if you have already installed the driver as
described in Section 4.1. The program will automatically define the new USB to HD
Pro. All USB to HD Pro units will be listed in the display properties or the display
manager menu.

Figure 4-10. Driver already installed.

NOTE: When connecting more than one USB to HD Pro to a computer, a system

with higher CPU performance is recommended.

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Chapter 4: Using the USB to HD Pro

4.3 Firmware Update

Manually Update: Click the Updates—>Check Now…, and the unit will check and

download the latest firmware immediately.

NOTE: Confirm that your computer is already connected to the network.

Figure 4-11. Manually updating the firmware.

Automatic Update: Click the Updates—>Configure. The Updates Options window
will appear as shown below. You can then set the update method and frequency.

Figure 4-12. Automatically updating the firmware.

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Figure 4-13. Select “Check and prompt me to download and install the updates.”

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Chapter 5: USB PnP Sound Program

5. USB PnP Sound Program

The USB PnP sound program is C-Media’s 3D audio control panel that you can use
to control all audio configurations.

After finishing the installation of the Audio Driver and rebooting the system, you
can open “Control Panel” to find “USB PnP Sound Device” and enable it. Or, you
can see the icon in the system tray in the right-bottom of your screen.

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Figure 5-1. Control Panel screen.

Figure 5-2. System tray.

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Chapter 5: USB PnP Sound Program

5.1 Main Setting

Select the output device (earphones or speakers).

Figure 5-3. Main setting screen.

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5.2 Mixer

Adjust the volume of each source.

Figure 5-4. Mixer screen.

5.3 Effect

There are many environment effect presets and 10-band EQ that you can choose
from.

• Select an “Environment” button for emulation that is implemented by producing

the sound reflection and reverberation.

• You can change the “Environment Size” to large or small.

• You can select a pre-set mode (such as Bass, Treble, Live, etc.) for an equalizer

that is actually frequency response. You can also change the gain setting for each
band and then give it a name in the following field.

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Figure 5-5. Effect screen.

5.4 Information

This page will display audio driver and system information.

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Figure 5-6. Information screen.

Chapter 6: Uninstall

6. Uninstall

6.1 Uninstall the USB to HD Pro Driver

Follow the steps below to uninstall the driver of the USB to HD Pro.

Step 1: Open the Control Panel: Start—>Control Panel—>Add or Remove
Programs.

Step 2: Select the “DisplayLink Graphics” and click “Remove,” then follow the
instructions of the uninstall wizard.

Figure 6-1. Add or Remove Programs screen.

6.2 Uninstall the USB Audio Driver

Step 1: Open the Control Panel: Start —>Control Panel—>Add or Remove

Programs.

Step 2: Select the “USB PnP Sound Device” and click “Change/Remove,” then
follow the instructions of the uninstall wizard.

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Figure 6-2. Change or remove programs from your computer.

NOTE: Restart your PC after you uninstall the drivers.

Chapter 6: Uninstall

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Appendix: Troubleshooting

Appendix: Troubleshooting
A.1 Problems/Solutions

Problem: The device driver has been installed, but the USB to HD Pro is not

working.

Possible Solutions:

1. Make sure you restart your computer after the driver installation.

2. Check that all the connectors are plugged in correctly.

3. Make sure the USB port that you are using is USB 2.0.

4. Check that the additional monitor is connected correctly and the power is on.

5. Make sure that you are using Windows XP or Vista (32-bit) operating systems.

6. Try a different USB 2.0 device or computer.

Problem: The DVD player is not working when moved over to the extended
display.

Possible Solution: Try to open the program in the additional display first before
playing the DVD.

Problem: The mouse doesn’t move past the right side of the screen as it should on
an extended desktop.

Possible Solution: Check the display settings and make sure that your display
number 2 is on the right side of display number 1.

A.2 Contacting Black Box

If you determine that your USB to HD Pro is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter
or repair the unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Black Box Technical
Support at 724-746-5500 or [e-mail].

Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We will be able to
provide more efficient and accurate assistance if you have a complete description,
including:

• the nature and duration of the problem.

• when the problem occurs.

• the components involved in the problem.

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Appendix: Troubleshooting

• any particular application that, when used, appears to create the problem or

make it worse.

A.3 Shipping and Packaging

If you need to transport or ship your USB to HD Pro:

• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container.

• If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything you received with

it. Before you ship for return or repair, contact Black Box to get a Return
Authorization (RA) number.

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