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ActionTec SBT100U User Manual

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ScreenBeam USB
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Model # SBT100U
User Guide
rev. 1

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  • Page 1 Wireless Display Transmitter ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Model # SBT100U User Guide rev. 1...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Features System Requirements Getting to Know the Transmitter Connecting to a Receiver Loading the Software Pairing the Transmitter Selecting a Wireless Channel Setting Wireless Display Preferences Preferences Window Windows Viewing Configuration Updating Software and Firmware Frequently Asked Questions...
  • Page 3 ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Specifications and Technical Support Specifications Technical Support...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The ScreenBeam USB Transmitter (used in conjunction with a ScreenBeam Series Wireless Display Receiver) wirelessly mirrors the content on a Windows 7 or 8 computer to an HDTV monitor. With the Transmitter, enjoy videos, photos, and movies on the best display available, or share a laptop screen with a conference room projector.

  • Page 5: Features

    ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Features Works with Windows 7 and 8 systems (see minimum system • requirements) Wirelessly streams movies, videos, photos, music, applications, etc., • directly to an available HDTV monitor Beams presentations, spreadsheets, and collaboration projects directly • to an HDTV monitor or projector Directly connects with a ScreenBeam Receiver for better video quality;...

  • Page 6: Getting To Know The Transmitter

    Introduction Getting to Know the Transmitter The ScreenBeam USB Transmitter is used for non-Miracast or non-WiDi laptops. The USB Transmitter has a single USB connection, used to connect to a USB port on a Windows 7/8 laptop computer not running Miracast or WiDi.

  • Page 7: Connecting To A Receiver

    Connecting to a Receiver If the computer being used does not have Miracast or WiDi enabled, the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software must be loaded onto the computer connected the Transmitter, and then the Receiver must be paired to the Transmitter. Make sure you have the following items handy: ScreenBeam USB Transmitter ●...

  • Page 8: Loading The Software

    If the AutoPlay screen does not appear, locate the CD-ROM folder, then double-click setup.exe. If the computer does not have a CD/ DVD drive, go to 
 http://www.actiontec.com/products/sbupdate.php 
 to download the software. 3. A series of screens appears, detailing the steps to connect the...
  • Page 9 Connecting to a Receiver 4. When the screen shown below appears, insert the Transmitter into a USB port on the computer. Click Next. 
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  • Page 10 ScreenBeam USB Transmitter 5. Click the button next to Yes, I want to restart my laptop/PC now, and then click Finish. The laptop/PC reboots. After it finishes rebooting, go on to the next section.

  • Page 11: Pairing The Transmitter

    Connecting to a Receiver Pairing the Transmitter Before pairing the Transmitter, make sure the Receiver is connected to an HDTV monitor and powered on, and the Transmitter is connected to a computer. To pair the Transmitter: 1. After the computer reboots, double-click the ScreenBeam Wireless Display icon on the desktop.
  • Page 12 ScreenBeam USB Transmitter 2. The ScreenBeam Wireless Display screen appears. Click Add a Receiver. Note: If the ScreenBeam Wireless Display screen is not displayed after the software is launched, locate it in the Notification Area. Click the ScreenBeam Wireless Display icon to display the main screen.
  • Page 13 Connecting to a Receiver 3. The Add a ScreenBeam Receiver screen appears. Select the appropriate Receiver, then click Connect.
  • Page 14 ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Note: A registration key may need to be entered before the Add a ScreenBeam Receiver screen appears. The registration key is found in the product packaging.
  • Page 15 Connecting to a Receiver 4. A PIN (Personal Identification Number) appears on the HDTV monitor connected to the Receiver. Enter the PIN in the Add a ScreeBeam Receiver screen on the computer within 60 seconds, then click Next. The Receiver and Transmitter are now paired, and the computer’s screen should be visible on the HDTV monitor.

  • Page 16: Selecting A Wireless Channel

    ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Selecting a Wireless Channel The ScreenBeam software provides wireless channel selection, which allows the use of a specific channel (5GHz band) its for wireless connection. To select a wireless channel: Start the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software, then click Add a receiver from the main screen.
  • Page 17 Connecting to a Receiver Using Preferences You can also define a wireless channel from the Preferences window. To select a wireless channel: Make sure the computer is disconnected from the Receiver, then open the ScreenBeam Wireless Display’s Preferences window. Select the desired channel from the Wireless Channel list, then click Reconnect the computer to the Receiver.

  • Page 18: Setting Wireless Display Preferences

    Setting Wireless Display Preferences This chapter details how to adjust the Transmitter’s wireless display options. Most of these settings reside in the ScreenBeam Wireless Display Preferences window. Preferences Window To open the ScreenBeam Wireless Display Preferences window, right-click the ScreenBeam icon from the Notification Area of the computer’s desktop.
  • Page 19 ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Language Select the language used by the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software. Wireless Channel The wireless channel on which the Receivers operate can be changed here. Auto is recommended; this setting automatically selects the clearest channel available. Display Content Display Content allows Receivers to be configured for an optimal viewing experience on the HDTV.

  • Page 20: Product Registration

    Wireless Display Preferences Enable Low Resolution Mode Activating this option transmits a lower resolution picture to the HDTV monitor, which can be useful when viewing video content (movies, television shows, etc.). Start ScreenBeam on Windows Startup Activating this option causes the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software to start up anytime the laptop/PC is turned on or rebooted.

  • Page 21: Windows Viewing Configuration

    ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Windows Viewing Configuration There are two options here: Mirroring and Extended Desktop. Mirroring By default, ScreenBeam mirrors the screen from the computer on the HDTV monitor. Extended Desktop ScreenBeam can be used withWindows Extended Desktop mode on the computer, which creates a single desktop that stretches across both the computer screen and the HDTV monitor.

  • Page 22: Updating Software And Firmware

    Updating Software and Firmware This chapter shows how to upgrade the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software and the Receiver’s firmware when using the ScreenBeam USB Transmitter with a Windows 7/8 computer. Note: Updating Receiver’s firmware through the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software does not support ScreenBeam Pro Education Edition 2 and ScreenBeam Pro Business Edition.
  • Page 23 ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Follow the procedure below to update the Receiver’s firmware and the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software: 1. Make sure that ScreenBeam Wireless Display software is disconnected from the Receiver. Then, right-click a Receiver’s profile from the ScreenBeam Wireless Display window and select Check for updates….
  • Page 24 Updating Software and Firmware 2. Another window appears, checking for available updates. 3. When the check is complete, it will indicate whether an update is available. If one is available, click Update now.
  • Page 25 ScreenBeam USB Transmitter 4. The Receiver’s firmware update is performed first. Do not power off the Receiver during the update. 5. The firmware is downloaded and transferred to the Receiver. Do not power off the Receiver or remove the Transmitter during this transfer.
  • Page 26 Updating Firmware and Software 7. The ScreenBeam Wireless Display application update downloads the upgrade installation files. 8. When the download is complete, click Update and follow the onscreen instructions to upgrade the ScreenBeam Wireless Display application.
  • Page 27 Updating Firmware and Software The ScreenBeam Wireless Display application has been updated, as well as the Receiver’s firmware.

  • Page 28: Frequently Asked Questions

    This chapter lists a series of frequently asked questions concerning the operation of the ScreenBeam components. Note: Go to http://www.actiontec.com/screenbeam to access any FAQs created or updated after the publication date of this manual. I’ve inserted the software CD into the CD-ROM drive, but it doesn’t install.
  • Page 29 ScreenBeam USB Transmitter Should I be concerned if Windows’ firewall or anti-virus software warns that ScreenBeam is trying to open a port? ScreenBeam requires Windows to temporarily open a port to stream content to the TV. Click Allow when the message appears. Some anti- virus software settings can be more restrictive than others, and you may not get a notification at all.
  • Page 30 Frequently Asked Questions Why am I experiencing stuttering video and out-of-sync audio? If this occurs, make sure your system meets the recommended requirements for optimal video playback experience. You can also place the ScreenBeam Receiver in an open space and try again. If running your laptop on battery, make sure its power settings are configured for “Maximum Performance”...
  • Page 31 ScreenBeam USB Transmitter What should I do if the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software cannot connect or pair with a Receiver? Reboot the laptop and power cycle the Receiver. Also, try selecting a different wireless channel before connecting. To do this, from the Add a Receiver screen, click the wireless channel drop-down menu, then select a different wireless channel.
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  • Page 32: Specifications And Technical Support

    Specifications and Technical Support Specifications General Model Number SBT100U Software and USB Transmitter Minimum System Requirements AMD® A6 or Intel® Gen 3 Core™ i3 equivalent processor 2GB of RAM 150MB of hard disk space Available USB port Recommended System Requirements AMD®...

  • Page 33: Operating Temperature

    ScreenBeam USB Transmitter OS Supported Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1 (32/64-Bit) Video Output (from USB Transmitter) Up to 720p display resolution1 1280 x 720 (Windows 7) 1280 x 768 (Windows 8) Audio Output (from USB Transmitter) Stereo audio Environmental Regulatory FCC part 15, IC, UL Operating Temperature 0º...

  • Page 34: Technical Support

    Specifications Technical Support If you need technical assistance, contact Actiontec’s Technical Support Department through the following: Phone (USA) 1-888-436-0657 Email http://support.actiontec.com/email_support/support_form.php Internet http://www.actiontec.com/support...

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