Devolo Vianect AIR TV User manual
devolo Vianect® AIR TV
© 2010 devolo AG Aachen (Germany)
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Windows
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Contents
Contents
1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 A brief summary of the highlights of the Vianect AIR TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Sample applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3 Initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.2 System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3.3 Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.3.1 Vianect AIR computer adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.3.2 Vianect AIR TV station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.4 Setup instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.5 Software installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.5.1 Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.5.2 Software for Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.6 Connecting the Vianect AIR TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3.7 Restoring the pairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4 Vianect AIR Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.1 Calling up the configuration interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5 Vianect AIR TV DisplayLink Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.1 Mirror mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.2 Extended mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.3 Configuration in Windows 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.4 Configuration in Windows XP/Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.4.1 Configuring mirror mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.4.2 Configuring extended mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.5 Configuration in Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Contents
6 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
6.1 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
6.2 Disposal of old devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
6.3 Warranty conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
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Preface 5
1Preface
The Vianect AIR TV from devolo transmits audio and
video content from a computer to a monitor, TV set
or projector – without the need for any cables whatsoever, thanks to Wireless USB technology. The installation is as easy as child's play, and with the
preconfigured devices, you can set up the connection
between your computer and television or projector in
no time.
Description of the symbols
Here we briefly describe the meaning of the symbols
used in this manual.
Very important note. Failure to observe this note may result in damage.
Important note that should be observed.
Additional information, background material
and configuration tips for your device.
If you have any further ideas or suggestions related to
our products, we would be delighted to hear from you
at support@devolo.com
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For detailed information on our products, visit
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contains product descriptions and documentation, but
also updates of devolo software and your device's
firmware.
. The Service centre area not only
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6 Preface
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Introduction 7
2Introduction
With the Vianect AIR TV, devolo presents a simple solution for transmitting multimedia content (in HD quality) from a computer to a big screen such as a flatscreen television or projector. You do not need any cables to do so, as the Vianect AIR TV solution uses Wireless USB technology. Therefore, in no time, your
television or projector can be used as a second big
screen. This is ideal for sharing photos or videos with
friends and family or for presenting them in a professional way.
2.1 A brief summary of the highlights of the Vianect AIR TV
쎲 Wireless transmission of audio and video content
from a computer (PC/Mac) to a monitor, TV set or
projector.
쎲 Ideal for viewing pictures and videos – at home or
at the office.
쎲 Highest HD image quality with 720p support.
쎲 Maximum screen resolution of 1,400 x 1,050 pix-
els.
쎲 Long range thanks to Wireless USB technology
(USB-IF).
쎲 All common connections, such as HDMI and D-
Sub RGB (VGA), on the receiver
쎲 Transmission of audio via HDMI or 3.5-mm jack
socket
쎲 Software for Windows XP, Windows Vista and
Windows 7
쎲 Software for Mac OS X (10.5 or higher)
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8 Introduction
2.2 Sample applications
Internet on your TV set
Extended mode for work and play: work on the
computer while others are watching a movie
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Introduction 9
Show presentations on the large screen
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10 Introduction
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Initial use 11
3Initial use
This chapter covers everything you need to know to set
up your Vianect AIR TV. It will explain connecting the
devices and their functions. We will also briefly intro-
duce the included devolo software and then guide you
through its installation.
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