
USB 3.0 Universal Dual Video Docking
Station with SD reader
User Manual
Model: DSH-300U3
Ver. 1.00
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Contents:
Chapter 1: Introduction ........................................................ 3
1.1 Product Introduction .................................................. 3
1.2 Features ...................................................................... 4
1.3 System Requirements ................................................. 6
1.4 Package Contents ........................................................ 6
1.5 Hardware Layout ........................................................ 6
Chapter 2: Getting Started .................................................... 8
2.1 Driver Installation ....................................................... 8
2.1.1 Installation for Windows ...................................... 8
2.1.2 Installation for Mac OS X ..................................... 9
2.2 Hardware Installation ............................................... 10
2.3 Verifying the installation ........................................... 12
2.3.1 Verifying for Windows ....................................... 12
2.3.2 Verifying for Mac OS X ....................................... 13
2.4 Display Configuration................................................ 14

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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Product Introduction
The Vantec USB 3.0 Universal Dual Video Docking Station with SD
reader is an expansion device designed for today’s ultra-lightweight
and portable laptops. It provides an easy link to all the peripherals
using a single USB 3.0 connection. Once connected, you can access
your monitors (HDMI/DVI), headphone, microphone, Gigabit Ethernet
network, five additional USB 3.0 ports and SD/MicroSD reader. The
Dual HD video port can easily turn your laptop into a Multi-Monitor
Workstation and the SD/MicroSD reader supports newer and larger
capacity cards. The availability of five additional USB 3.0 ports gives
you so much more devices that you can connect and use like storage,
mouse, keyboard, and printers. Simplify your workspace and connect
all your peripherals with the Vantec USB 3.0 Universal Dual Video
Docking Station and create an office setup without sacrificing
portability.

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1.2 Features
An ideal solution for expanding the connection and optimization
of your Laptop, Ultrabook and MacBook
Single USB 3.0 connection to support for Five USB 3.0 ports, Dual
Display (HDMI, DVI), Gigabit Ethernet Connection, Audio In &
Out, and SD & MicroSD card reader to your computer system
Support for latest Mac OS X and Windows OS
Bundle with HDMI to DVI converter and DVI to VGA converter
Video:
Dual Display Support allow adding up two monitors for Extend /
Mirror or Primary Display
HDMI (2048x1152) and DVI (1920x1200) ports for two external
monitors support

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Support HD 1080p video for high resolutions monitor / display
Video Playback via HDCP (HDMI and DVI)
Latest DisplayLink Technology
Audio:
Audio out to support 2.1 CH
Audio in via MIC jack
Virtual 5.1 channel sound via HDMI
USB 3.0:
Support Five USB 3.0 ports
Compatible with SuperSpeed USB 3.0 and backwards compatible
with USB 2.0 specification
Support UASP for added speed
USB Battery Charging Specifications v1.2 (SDP, CDP, DCP) for
smart phone.
Network:
Gigabit Ethernet wired connectivity (backwards compatible with
10/100 Ethernet)
Capable of Full-Duplex (2Gbps)
Auto MDI-X for simplify connection
Wake on LAN function
Card Reader:
Dedicated slot for SD and MicroSD card