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Page 1: User Manual
ScreenBeam Wireless Display Kit Model #: SBWD100KIT User Manual Ver 1.0 Solutions for the Digital Life ™... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Package Contents Features System Requirements Getting to Know the ScreenBeam Components Connecting to ScreenBeam Connecting the Display Adapter to an HDTV Monitor Setting Up a Windows 7/8 Computer Setting Up a Miracast-enabled Device Setting Up an Intel WiDi-enabled Device Setting Wireless Display Preferences Preferences Window Windows 7/8 Viewing Configuration... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing Actiontec’s ScreenBeam Wireless Adapter Kit. ScreenBeam allows you to wirelessly display whatever is on your computer, tablet, or smartphone screen, on an HDTV monitor. ScreenBeam is compatible with computers running Windows 7 or 8, and connects seamlessly with smartphones, tablets and other devices running Miracast™... -
Page 4: Features
ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit Features Compatible with virtually every HDTV monitor HD quality wireless display, up to 1080p The only wireless display solution to support Windows 7/8 laptops, Miracast-compatible devices, and Intel WiDi systems No existing wireless network or line of sight connection required System Requirements Display Adapter HDTV monitor with at least one free HDMI port... -
Page 5: Getting To Know The Screenbeam Components
Introduction Miracast/WiDi Devices · Miracast: Miracast-certified smartphone, tablet, or laptop Native or third party wireless display application · Intel WiDi: Intel WiDi system Intel WiDi 3.5 or higher software and driver (see http://www.intel.com/go/wirelessdisplayupdate) Getting to Know the ScreenBeam Components The ScreenBeam Kit contains two components: Display Adapter and Transmitter. The Display Adapter is the main component of the ScreenBeam kit. - Page 6 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit HDMI Port The HDMI port is used to connect an HDMI cable from the HDTV monitor to the Display Adapter. Power Port The Power port is used to connect the Display Adapter’s Power cord. USB Port The USB port is used for software upgrades via a USB flash drive.
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Page 7: Connecting To Screenbeam
Connecting to ScreenBeam This chapter details how to connect the ScreenBeam Display Adapter to an HDTV monitor, as well as connecting to a source device running either Miracast, WiDi, or Windows 7/8. Connecting the Display Adapter to an HDTV Monitor To connect the ScreenBeam Display Adapter to an HDTV monitor, make sure you have the following items handy: ScreenBeam Display Adapter... -
Page 8: Setting Up A Windows 7/8 Computer
ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit 3. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI port on the back panel of the Display Adapter. 4. Plug the other end into an HDMI port on the HDTV monitor. 5. Set your HDTV monitor to display content from the HDMI port (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, etc.) used in step 4. - Page 9 If you don’t see the AutoPlay screen, locate the CD-ROM folder from Windows Explorer, then double-click on setup.exe. If your computer does not have a CD/DVD drive, go to www.actiontec.com/screenbeam to download the ScreenBeam software. 3. A series of screens will appear, detailing the steps to connect the Display Adapter to the HDTV monitor (see the previous section of this chapter).
- Page 10 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit 5. Click in the button next to “Yes, I want to restart my computer now, ” then click Finish. The computer reboots. After it finishes rebooting, go on to the next section, “Pairing the Transmitter and Display Adapter. ” Pairing the Display Adapter and Transmitter After you have connected the Display Adapter to an HDTV monitor, and the Transmitter to a computer, you must pair the two ScreenBeam components.
- Page 11 Connecting to ScreenBeam 2. The main ScreenBeam screen appears. Click Add a Display Adapter. 3. A new screen appears. Select your Display Adapter, then click Connect.
- Page 12 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit 4. A PIN (Personal Identification Number) appears on the screen of the HDTV monitor connected to the Transmitter. 5. Enter the PIN in the ScreenBeam screen on your computer within 60 seconds, then click Next. The ScreenBeam Display Adapter and Transmitter are now paired.
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Page 13: Setting Up A Miracast-Enabled Device
Connecting to ScreenBeam Setting Up a Miracast-enabled Device You can set up ScreenBeam to display what is on your smartphone or tablet screen, if your device is Miracast-enabled. To do this: 1. Disconnect the computer from the Display Adapter if it is connected to a computer via the Transmitter. -
Page 14: Setting Up An Intel Widi-Enabled Device
ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit Setting Up an Intel WiDi-enabled Device You can also set up ScreenBeam to display what is on your smartphone or tablet screen, if your device is Intel WiDi-enabled. Note: ScreenBeam supports devices with WiDi 3.5 or higher only. Make sure your smartphone or tablet is running the latest WiDi software. -
Page 15: Setting Wireless Display Preferences
Setting Wireless Display Preferences This chapter details how to adjust the options available to you when transmitting a device’s display to an HDTV monitor using ScreenBeam. Most of these settings reside in the ScreenBeam Preferences window. Preferences Window To open the Preferences window, right-click on the ScreenBeam icon from the system tray of the computer’s desktop. - Page 16 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit Language Select the language used by the ScreenBeam program.. Wireless Channel The wireless channel at which ScreenBeam operates can be changed here. Options include channels 1 through 11, and “auto, ” which automatically selects the clearest channel available.
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Page 17: Windows 7/8 Viewing Configuration
Preferences Restore defaults Clicking Restore defaults resets all the settings in the Preferences window to their factory default settings. After changing any of the settings in the Preferences window, click OK to save the changed settings. Windows 7/8 Viewing Configuration Mirroring Extended Desktop Feature is currently not available for ScreenBeam display software. -
Page 18: Updating The Screenbeam Firmware
Updating the ScreenBeam Firmware This chapter details the procedures to upgrade the ScreenBeam firmware. The first section details updating the ScreenBeam firmware if you are using ScreenBeam with a Windows 7/8 computer; the second explains how to update the firmware on the ScreenBeam Display Adapter if you are using Miracast or WiDi. - Page 19 Updating Firmware 2. Another window appears, checking for available updates. 3. The check completes, and displays whether an update is available. If there is, click Update now. 4. The Display Adapter’s firmware update is performed first.
- Page 20 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit 5. The firmware is transferred to the Display Adapter. Do not power off the Display Adapter during this transfer. 6. Once the firmware transfer is complete, the Display Adapter reboots. If there are more updates available for the ScreenBeam application, click Next.
- Page 21 Updating Firmware 7. The ScreenBeam application update setup files downloads. 8. When the download is complete, click Update to upgrade the installer and follow the onscreen instructions. The Display Adapter’s firmware has been updated, as well as the Screenbeam application.
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Page 22: Updating The Display Adapter Firmware Only
ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit Updating the Display Adapter Firmware Only If you are using ScreenBeam with a Miracast or WiDi device, use the following procedure to update the Display Adapter’s firmware. 1. Download the latest ScreenBeam firmware for SBWD100A. 2. -
Page 23: Frequently Asked Questions
My laptop computer does not have a CD-ROM drive. How can I install the ScreenBeam display software? If your computer doesn’t have a CD-ROM drive, go to the following link: http://www.actiontec.com/products/sbupdate.php Then, download the software. When doing this, make sure you have the ScreenBeam Receiver information ready. - Page 24 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit The ScreenBeam display software can’t launch–it says it can’t find a USB Transmitter. How can I solve this? First, if the display software doesn’t launch, wait about a minute before trying anything else. Then, unplug and plug the USB Transmitter device back in, and try launching the display software again.
- Page 25 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 video playback. You can also place the ScreenBeam display adapter in an open space and try again. If running your laptop on battery, make sure its power settings are configured for “Maximum Performance.
- Page 26 ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit Can I connect my Apple iPad or iPhone to the ScreenBeam Display Adapter? No. Currently, ScreenBeam only supports Windows 7/8 computers, WiDi-capable systems, and Miracast-enabled devices. Does ScreenBeam support iTunes Airplay? No. ScreenBeam is not designed for Airplay. However, once the laptop computer is connected to the ScreenBeam display adapter, you’ll be able to play your iTunes content and it will display on the TV.
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Page 27: Specifications
Specifications and Technical Support General Model Number (ScreenBeam Wireless Display Adapter Kit) SBWD100KIT Certifications Wi-Fi Certified Miracast™ HDMI HDCP Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11 IEEE standard 5GHz/2.4GHz Wi-Fi Direct Access Methods Virtual PBC pairing LED Indicators Power... -
Page 28: Environmental
10% to 85% non-condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. 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: www.actiontec.com/support...