English - i-tec C31DUALKVMDOCKPD User Manual

i-tec USB-C Dual DP Display Dock with PD 65W/100W
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
• Interface / port / connector / input / slot - the place where two devic-
es are physically connected.
• Controller - a semiconductor component (called a chipset) in
a notebook/tablet that ensures the operation of one of the ports.
• USB-C / USB Type-C - is a new symmetrical connector and stand-
ard introduced by USB-IF in its USB 3.1 specification. Windows 10
(Microsoft), macOS X (Apple) and Chrome OS and Android
(Google) introduced native support for this connector. It enables fast-
er charging, power, so-called dual-role (not only host but also guest),
support for so-called alternative modes - Alt Mode (DisplayPort, MHL,
Thunderbolt 3, Power Delivery) and error notification via the device
Billboard.
USB 3.2/USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 - standard for USB interface/port for con-
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necting various USB devices. Various USB devices can be connected
to the docking station or adapter using the USB Type-A interface.
The USB Type B port is used to connect the dock or adapter to
a laptop/tablet.
• HDMI/Display Port - A standard for a digital graphics interface/port
used to connect monitors and other graphic display devices.
• LAN (Local Area Network) - local computer network, now the most
common is the so-called Ethernet, which reaches a theoretical trans-
fer rate of up to 1 Gbit/s at the docking station - the designation
GLAN / RJ-45.
• Audio - a term for an audio input (microphone) or output device
(headphones/speakers).
• Switch Jack- Designation of the port/jack for connecting a special
button.
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