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ActionTec ScreenBeam SBWD100B User Manual

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Wireless Display Kit
Model # SBWD100B, SBT100U
User Guide
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  • Page 1 Wireless Display Receiver Kit ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit Model # SBWD100B, SBT100U User Guide rev. 3...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Package Contents Features System Requirements Getting to Know the Components Connecting to a Receiver Connecting the Receiver to an HDTV Setting Up a Windows 7/8 Computer Setting Wireless Display Preferences Preferences Window Windows Viewing Configuration Updating the Firmware Updating Using the Software Updating Using a USB Flash Drive...
  • Page 3 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit Connecting a Receiver Without a Transmitter 32 Connecting via the Intel WiDi App Connecting via Windows 8.1 Connecting via Android Devices Frequently Asked Questions Specifications and Technical Support Specifications Environmental Technical Support...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing Actiontec’s ScreenBeam Kit. ScreenBeam Pro allows you to wirelessly display the content on your laptop/PC, tablet, or smartphone screen, onto an HDTV monitor. ScreenBeam Pro Receiver is compatible with laptops/PCs running Windows 7 or 8/8.1, and connects seamlessly with smartphones, tablets and other devices running Miracast™...

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit Package Contents ScreenBeam Pro Wireless Display Receiver (SBWD100B) • ScreenBeam USB Transmitter (SBT100U) • ScreenBeam Wireless Display software CD • High-speed HDMI cable • Power supply • Quick Start Guide • Features Wireless display; mirror and extend modes •...
  • Page 6 Introduction Wireless Display Software Laptop or PC running Windows 7 or Windows 8 (32/64 bit) • Minimum system requirements (for web browsing, presentations, or • slideshows): Processor: AMD® A6 or Intel® Gen 3 Core™ i3 equivalent processor ✴ Memory: 2GB RAM or more ✴...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know The Components

    ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit Getting to Know the Components The ScreenBeam Kit contains two components: ScreenBeam Pro Wireless Display Receiver and ScreenBeam USB Transmitter. The Receiver is the main component of the ScreenBeam Kit. It receives video transmissions from compatible Windows 7/8/8.1 computers, Wi-Fi Miracast devices, or laptops with Intel WiDi 3.5 or later.
  • Page 8 Introduction Power Port The Power port is used to connect the Receiver’s Power cord. USB Port The USB port is used for software upgrades via a USB flash drive or for USB over network application (UoIP). Refer to Section 4.2. Updating the Receiver’s Firmware Only for more information.

  • Page 9: Connecting To A Receiver

    Connecting to a Receiver This chapter details how to connect the ScreenBeam Pro Receiver to an HDTV monitor, as well as connecting to either a compatible Windows 7/8/8.1 laptop, Wi-Fi Miracast device, or laptop with Intel WiDi 3.5 or higher. Connecting the Receiver to an HDTV To connect the ScreenBeam Pro Receiver to an HDTV monitor, make sure you have the following items handy:...
  • Page 10 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 3. Plug the connector of the power cord to the Receiver’s power input port labeled 5V DC, and plug the power adapter to a power outlet. The Receiver’s Power LED illuminates blue.
 When Steps 1, 2, and 3 are complete, the hardware should be connected as shown in the figure below: 4.

  • Page 11: Setting Up A Windows 7/8 Computer

    Connecting to a Receiver 5. Verify that the “Ready To Connect” screen appears on the HDTV. The Receiver is now connected to the HDTV monitor. To connect it to either a compatible Windows 7/8 laptop/PC, Wi-Fi Miracast device, or laptop with Intel WiDi 3.5 or later, refer to one of the following sections of this chapter.
  • Page 12 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 13 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 14 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 5. Click the button next to Yes, I want to restart my computer now, and then click Finish. The computer reboots. After it finishes rebooting, go on to the next section.
  • Page 15 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 16 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 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 17 Connecting to a Receiver 3. The Add a ScreenBeam Receiver screen appears. Select the appropriate Receiver, then click Connect.
  • Page 18 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 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 19 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.
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  • Page 20 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit Selecting a Wireless Channel The ScreenBeam software provides wireless channel selection, which allows the use of a specific channel (5GHz band) for its wireless connection. To select a wireless channel: Start the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software, then click Add a receiver from the main screen.
  • Page 21 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 OK.

  • Page 22: 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 23 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 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 24 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 25: Windows Viewing Configuration

    ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 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 26: Updating The Firmware

    Updating the Firmware This chapter details the procedures to upgrade the ScreenBeam Pro Receiver’s firmware. You can upgrade the firmware through ScreenBeam Wireless Display software, or USB flash drive. Updating Using the Software Follow the procedure below to update the firmware using the ScreenBeam Wireless Display software: 1.
  • Page 27 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit Note: Performing a software update may cause the ScreenBeam Wireless Display application to restart. If this occurs, relaunch the ScreenBeam Wireless Display application after the update is completed. 2. Another window appears, checking for available updates. 3.
  • Page 28 Updating the Firmware 4. The Receiver’s firmware update is performed first. Do not power off the Receiver during this transfer. 5. The Receiver’s firmware will be downloaded and transferred to the receiver. Do not power off the Receiver or remove the Transmitter during this transfer.
  • Page 29 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 7. The ScreenBeam Wireless Display application update downloads the upgrade installation files.

  • Page 30: Updating Using A Usb Flash Drive

    Receiver’s firmware. Updating Using a USB Flash Drive 1. Download the ScreenBeam Pro’s firmware (sbpro_fw_x.x.xx.x.zip) at http://www.actiontec.com/sbupdate. 2. Extract the zip file. An autorun folder, an install file and this upgrade instructions guide should be extracted. 3. Insert a USB flash drive in an available USB port on the computer.
  • Page 31 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 5. Make sure the HDTV connected to the Receiver is powered on and the correct HDMI input is selected. 
 
 Note: Disconnect all wireless devices (Ultrabooks, smartphones, and tablets) from the Receiver before upgrading the firmware. 6.

  • Page 32: Connecting A Receiver Without A Transmitter

    Connecting a Receiver Without a Transmitter This chapter details how to connect the Receiver to the device without using a Transmitter. To do this, the device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone) must be running Wi-Fi Miracast or Intel WiDi 3.5 or higher. Connecting via the Intel WiDi App 1.
  • Page 33 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 4. The HDTV displays messages to show the status of the connection process.
  • Page 34 Connecting Without a Transmitter 5. A “Connection Successful” screen appears on the device’s screen, as well as on the HDTV. Adjusting the HDTV Picture If the edges of the device screen cannot be seen on the HDTV, adjust cropping. To do this, enter the WiDi application and click Settings. Navigate to the Picture and Sound section, select Adjust cropping…, and adjust the HDTV picture by clicking plus (+) or minus (-).

  • Page 35: Connecting Via Windows 8.1

    ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit Connecting via Windows 8.1 1. From the Windows desktop, go to the Charms menu and select Devices. You can also use the shortcut keys, Windows logo + K. 2. From the Charms menu, click Project.
  • Page 36 Connecting Without a Transmitter 3. From the Project screen, select Add a wireless display. 4. Select the appropriate Receiver from the list.

  • Page 37: Connecting Via Android Devices

    ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit 5. Enter the PIN as displayed on the television screen, then connect and display. Click Next to continue. Connecting via Android Devices 1. On a Miracast™-enabled Android device, locate and open the Wireless Display Application (check for the application under Settings).
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  • Page 38: 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. Do I need to install ScreenBeam Wireless Display software or the...
  • Page 39 ScreenBeam Wireless Display software? If your computer doesn’t have a CD-ROM drive, go to the following link: http://www.actiontec.com/products/sbupdate.php. You will need information from the sticker on the bottom of the ScreenBeam Pro Receiver. Once you have entered the information, download the software as indicated on the web page.
  • Page 40 Frequently Asked Questions My laptop/PC displays the following message: “Color scheme has been changed.” Is this a problem? No. Select “Keep the current color scheme and don’t show this message again. ” ScreenBeam receiver displays a screen that seems to be larger than my TV can handle.
  • Page 41 How can I update my Wireless Display Receiver firmware? Go to http://www.actiontec.com/sbupdate to download the latest firmware and refer to the upgrade instructions posted online. Why can’t my Android device connect even though I have the Wi-Fi...
  • Page 42 Frequently Asked Questions Can I connect my Apple iPad or iPhone to the ScreenBeam Receiver? No. Currently, ScreenBeam Pro only supports Windows 7/8/8.1 computers, WiDi-capable systems, and Miracast-enabled devices. Does ScreenBeam Pro support iTunes Airplay? No. ScreenBeam Pro is not designed for Airplay. However, once the laptop computer is connected to the ScreenBeam Pro Receiver, you’ll be able to play your iTunes content and it will display on the TV.

  • Page 43: Specifications And Technical Support

    Specifications and Technical Support Specifications General Model Number SBT100B, 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 44 1280 x 720 (Windows 7) 1280 x 768 (Windows 8) Audio Output (from USB Transmitter) Stereo audio Wireless Display Receiver Wireless Display Technology Actiontec Wireless Display (requires ScreenBeam Transmitter and software) Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) 3.5 and higher Wi-Fi Miracast™ standard Features Wireless display...
  • Page 45 Specifications Video Up to 720p for ScreenBeam Wireless Display software and USB Transmitter Up to full 1080p1 for Intel WiDi laptops and Wi-Fi Miracast devices Audio LPCM AAC Stereo for ScreenBeam Wireless Display software and USB Transmitter Surround for Intel WiDi laptops and Wi-Fi Miracast devices Wireless IEEE 802Au.11a/b/g/n Dual-band 5GHz and 2.4GHz...

  • Page 46: Environmental

    ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit Power Consumption Less than 4W LED Indicators Power Environmental Power External, 110 - 240v 0.2a, 50 - 60 Hz Regulatory FCC part 15, IC, UL Operating Temperature 0º C to 40º C (32ºF to 104ºF) Storage Temperature 0ºC to 70ºC (32ºF to 158ºF) Operating Humidity 10% to 85% non-condensing...

  • Page 47: 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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