C2G USB 2.0 VGA Adapter User Manual

USB 2.0 VGA Adapter

User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the USB 2.0 VGA Adapter by Cables To Go. The USB 2.0 VGA
Adapter enables you to connect any monitor, LCD, or projector to your PC or notebook.
You can use it as an extended desktop or as a larger/second display for your main screen.
By using USB 2.0 technology, there is no need to open the computer or struggle with
compatibility issues related to a second VGA card.

Features

• Perfect for adding dual monitor capabilities to laptops and desktops

• Compliant with USB 2.0 specifications

• Data transfer rates of up to 480Mbps

• Compliant with EHCI specification

• Supports suspend and wakeup modes

• Plug-and-play compliant

• Compact design (1.8in x 4in)

• 6-inch USB cable

Connections

z USB A Male (to PC)

HD-15 Female (to monitor)

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System Requirements

• Available USB 2.0 port

• Windows 2000 / XP / Vista operating system

Package Contents

• USB 2.0 VGA Adapter x 1

• Driver/Manual CD x 1

Note: Visit www.cablestogo.com to check for newer driver versions.

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Quick installation

Follow these steps to quickly install your new USB 2.0 VGA Adapter:

NOTE:
Do not plug the USB 2.0 VGA adapter into the system before the driver is finished installing.

1. Insert the driver/manual CD and follow the instructions.

2. Make sure to restart the computer.

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3. Turn on your 2

4. Plug the adapter into an available USB 2.0 port.

5. When finished, you should see the extended display on the 2

See end of document for Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting Tips sections for
additional help.

Display Utility

After the driver is installed, a utility will appear in
the lower right taskbar. This utility allows you to
quickly change the settings and resolution for your
USB 2.0 VGA Adapter. Access the menu by right
clicking on the icon.

monitor and connect it to the adapter.

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monitor.

Supported Function :

1. Primary

2. Extended

3. Mirror

Supported Resolution :

Widescreen Monitor

Aspect Ratio Resolution Color Bits

16:10 1680 * 1050 16
16:10 1440 * 900 16 , 32
16:10 1280 * 800 16 , 32

15:9 1280 * 768 16 , 32

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Standard Monitor

Aspect

Ratio

Resolution Color Bits

5:4 1280 * 1024 16 , 32
4:3 1600 * 1200 16
4:3 1280 * 960 16 , 32
4:3 1152 * 864 16 , 32
4:3 1024 * 768 16 , 32
4:3 800 * 600 16 , 32

USB-VGA (Primary)

To make the USB 2.0 VGA
Adapter the main display
adapter in the system.
The system’s main display
adapter (and monitor) will
automatically switch to being
the secondary display
adapter and act as the
extended desktop.

You can disable the other
utility (usually found in the
same toolbar located on the bottom right hand corner) to make this function work properly.

Note: it may disable the main display on part of graphic cards when access the Primary
funtion.

USB-VGA (Extended)
By default, your USB 2.0

VGA Adapter will extend
your Windows desktop.
You can change the relative
position of this extension
under the Display
Properties.
(Go to Control Panel ->
double click on the Display
and select the Settings tab).

Note: Playback suggestion: Media Player Classic software on Windows Vista.

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