Cables to Go 29599 User Manual

USER GUIDE

WIRELESS AV ADAPTER

Model: 29599

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction.................................................................................................................................................2

Features......................................................................................................................................................3

System Requirements.................................................................................................................................4

Package Contents.......................................................................................................................................5

Device Overview.........................................................................................................................................6

Software/Device Installation........................................................................................................................7

Using the Wireless AV Adapter.................................................................................................................14

Frequently Asked Questions.....................................................................................................................21

Video Playback Tips..................................................................................................................................24

Technical Specifications............................................................................................................................25

Cables To Go One Year Warranty............................................................................................................26

Important Safety Information.....................................................................................................................27

Appendix

Association with other devices.........................................................................................................28

Cable Association Procedure...........................................................................................................29

PIN Association Procedure..............................................................................................................31

PIN Change Procedure....................................................................................................................33

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the TruLink™ Wireless AV Adapter. The TruLink Wireless AV Adapter works
with a Certified Wireless USB Host Adapter to wirelessly stream video and audio from your computer to a
remote monitor, projector, or television. Utilizing Ultra-Wide Band technology, the Wireless AV Adapter
enables in-room wireless connectivity at distances up to 30 feet between the computer and the display
equipment. This highly secure wireless connection is ideal for classroom or conference room
presentations or to display content from your laptop to your home entertainment system. We
recommend that you read this manual thoroughly and retain for future reference.

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FEATURES

 Requires an existing USB Host Adapter (#28598 or #29578)-not included
 Video and Audio support in a single device adapter, delivered wirelessly from a computer to an

external display

 Supports high resolution UXGA/WSXGA video and 3.5mm stereo audio
 Works in both extended desktop and dual monitor screen modes
 Supports native mode for playback of high resolution video
 Up to six computers can share one wireless display and speaker set*
 One computer can broadcast over six audio/video displays**
 Video streaming is supported up to 720p (720p only available at resolution 1024x768 or lower)
 In-room wireless connectivity up to 30ft
 Ultra-Wide Band operates in the frequency of 3.1GHz to 4.8GHz and 6.3GHz to 7.9GHz (WiMedia™

Band Group 1&3)

 Certified Wireless™ USB 1.0 compliant
 WiMedia 1.0 MAC & 1.1 PHY compliant

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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

 Microsoft® Windows® XP 32-bit with Service Pack 3 or higher; Microsoft® Vista® 32-bit/64-bit; or

Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit

Minimum Requirements (Office, Productivity, and Web applications)
Windows XP- Processor: 1.66GHz Atom or Celeron
Ram: 512MB
Windows Vista/
Windows 7- Overall WEI Score: 3.0 or better
Processor: 1.4GHz Core2Duo or better
Memory: 1GB
Video Card: Any GPU

Recommended Requirements (Full-Screen Video Playback)
Windows XP- Processor: 1.8GHz Core2Duo or better
RAM: 1GB
Windows Vista/
Windows 7- Overall WEI Score: 4.5 or better
Processor: 2.4GHz Core2Duo or better
Memory: 2GB
Video Card: Intel GMA X4500, ATI Radeon HD3 series, NVidia GeForce 9 series or

better

 You must also have administrative privileges on your PC to install the software package

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PACKAGE CONTENTS

 Wireless AV Adapter
 One (1) Dipole Antenna
 3ft USB A Male/Mini-B Male Cable
 1ft VGA Male/Male Cable
 3ft 3.5mm Male/Male Cable
 3ft 3.5mm Male to 2 RCA Male Cable
 5V/2.5A Power Adapter
 Mounting Bracket
 Two (2) Self-Tapping Screws
 Quick Start Guide
 Driver CD w/Electronic User Guide

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DEVICE OVERVIEW

WIRELESS AV ADAPTER

1. VGA: VGA Activity Indicator

2. PWR: Power Indicator

3. 1-2-3: Status Indicator

4. PWR plug

5. Wireless/Wired switch

6. Reset

7. Host Selection:

8. VGA/Audio Outputs

9. USB input

• LED is solid when display cable is connected.

• LED is blinking when data is being transferred.

• LED is solid when power is applied.

• Illuminated number/s indicates the wireless USB Host

Adapter that is currently synced with the Wireless VGA with
Integrated Audio Adapter.

• Power adapter input

• Choose from wired or wireless mode by moving the switch.

• Association history can be erased by pressing and holding

this button for 10 seconds.

• This button is used to select a different Wireless USB Host
Adapter

• HD15 and 3.5mm output connections for connecting to your
video and audio source

• In Wireless mode, this connector is used for cable
association.

• In Wired mode, this connector is used for wired operation of
the Wireless VGA with Inte

rated Audio Adapter

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SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT NOTE:

• If installing on Windows XP, Service Pack 3 (SP3) is required. Verify that this has been

installed before installing the Wireless AV Adapter software.

• Before installing the software, when using a Wireless USB host adapter make sure that it

and the Wireless AV Adapter are not connected to the computer and the Wireless AV
Adapter is not powered.

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TEP 1-INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

Insert the CD provided and the installer CD welcome screen will appear. Select the “Software Installation”
from the menu.

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SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION

This will take you to the TruLink Wireless USB Kit InstallShield Wizard.
Click “Next” to go to proceed with the install.

Read and accept the Wireless USB software License
Agreement by clicking “Yes”.

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SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION

Read and accept the License Agreement for the
DisplayLink software.

After the software installs, your installation is complete
and you can hit the “Finish” button to exit the wizard.

Important: reboot/restart if prompted.

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SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION

STEP 2 (IF NECESSARY)-DRIVER INSTALLATION FOR THE WIRELESS USB HOST ADAPTER (SOLD SEPARATELY)

1. Install your Wireless USB host adapter if you have not already done so. Please refer to your Wireless
USB host adapter instructional guide or you may try to contact the manufacturer for the proper driver
installation process.

2. Your Wireless USB host software utility may create an icon in your icon tray. Double-click the icon on
the icon tray at the bottom of your desktop to open the utility. Below is an example of the Wireless
USB Manager utility icon.

The Wireless USB software utility will open and instruct you on what to do next.

Figure: Wireless USB Manager

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SOFTWARE/DEVICE INSTALLATION

STEP 3 – DEVICE INSTALLATION FOR THE TRULINK WIRELESS AV ADAPTER

The TruLink Wireless AV Adapter supports two association methods: Cable Association and Pin
Association. Only one of these methods is necessary to complete installation. The instructions below
describe steps for both methods, and how to use this adapter in Wired Mode. Please note that Pin
Association is only recommended if using with a TruLink Wireless USB Host Adapter.

Do the following before installation:

 Make sure the antenna is connected to the Wireless AV Adapter.
 Plug the supplied power adapter into your Wireless AV Adapter.
 Be certain your Wireless USB host adapter is connected to the PC and necessary software has

been loaded.

 Connect the Wireless AV Adapter to your display using a VGA cable.

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ABLE ASSOCIATION

1. Make sure the Wireless AV Adapter Wireless/Wired switch is on Wireless. Using the supplied USB
cable, connect the USB mini-b connector to the Wireless AV Adapter USB mini-B port and USB A
connector on the cable to an available USB port on your PC.

2. A cable association window pop-up will ask you if you would like to accept the association. Accept the
association and unplug the USB cable.

3. Windows will automatically install the appropriate Wireless AV Adapter drivers and you will get another
successful install message pop up verifying successful installation. The installation is now finished and
your Wireless VGA is ready for use.

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