CalDigit Thunderbolt Station User Manual

Thunderbolt™ Station

User Guide

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Table of Contents

Section 1 : General Information

Introduction 3
General Use Warnings 3
Safety Warnings 3
System Requirements 4
In the Box 4
Thunderbolt Station Diagram 5

Section 2 : Using the Thunderbolt Station

Powering the Thunderbolt™ Station 6
Connecting the Thunderbolt™ Station 7
LED Indicator 7
Interfaces 8
USB 3.0 8
Gigabit Ethernet 9
HDMI Out 9
Audio 9
Technical Specications 10

Section 3 : Technical Support and
Warranty Information

Thunderbolt Station Accessories 11
Technical Support 12
Warranty 12

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1. General Information

Introduction

The CalDigit Thunderbolt™ Station allows Thunderbolt™ enabled Mac users to add a variety of
peripheral devices to their computers using a single Thunderbolt™ cable. This interface expansion
device includes three USB 3.0 ports, audio in and out jacks, an HDMI out port, and a Gigabit
Ethernet port. Break free from the limitations of your existing interface selection and connect
your computer to peripheral devices such as HDMI monitors, SuperSpeed storage devices, and
speakers. Dual Thunderbolt ports allows daisy chaining for easy integration into your Thunderbolt
™ workow.

General Use Warnings

Please read the Thunderbolt™ Station manual thoroughly and familiarize yourself with the

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product before use.

Avoid using the Thunderbolt™ Station in extremely hot and cold environments. A safe

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temperature range is between 40°F – 95°F (4.4°C - 35°C).

Avoid using the Thunderbolt™ Station in humid environments. Moisture and condensation

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can accumulate in the device and cause damage to the electrical components.

Only use the power adapter that has been supplied with the Thunderbolt™ Station. An

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excessive or inadequate power supply can result in unstable performance or device failure.

Safety Warnings

Keep the Thunderbolt™ Station away from liquids and moisture. Exposure to liquids can

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result in damaging the unit, electric shock, and result in a re hazard.

If your Thunderbolt™ Station gets wet while it is still o, do not turn it on. In the case of any

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issue with the device, do not attempt to repair or open the device yourself. Doing so can
result in personal injury, damage the device, and will void the warranty. If you have any
issues, please contact CalDigit Technical Support.

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System Requirements

• Thunderbolt™ equipped Macintosh Computer

o Macbook Pro (2011 - Present)
o Mac Mini (2011 - Present)
o iMac (2011 - Present)

• Thunderbolt™ equipped PC desktops and laptops

• Thunderbolt™ Cable (Not Included)

• Mac OS X 10.8.4 or later, Windows 7, Windows 8

In the Box

A • 1 x CalDigit Thunderbolt™ Station
B • 1 x 60W Power Supply
C • 1 x Power Cord

C

A

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B