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  • Page 1 Installation Guide Installation Wireless Audio / Video Kit GUWAVKIT...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents System Requirements Important Information Package Contents Device Overview Preparing for Setup Software Installation – Windows XP Software Installation – Windows Vista Install Wireless USB Transmitter Install Wireless VGA Receiver Installing Wireless Audio Receiver Connecting the Audio Receiver to Speakers Advanced Settings –...

  • Page 4: System Requirements

    System Requirements • Microsoft Windows® XP (SP2) or Vista (32- / 64-bit) with available USB 2.0 port • 1.6 GHz processor (CPU) with 1GB of system memory (RAM) • Flat-panel (LCD / Plasma / DLP) TV display or Projector with VGA (RGB / D-sub 15-pin / PC) or DVI port (Does NOT work with CRT tube TV and DVI-D connector) •...

  • Page 5: Important Information

    Important Information Before you get started, please NOTE: Do not place Wireless USB devices under direct sunlight or near high heat emitting devices; Do not place Wireless USB devices near water or wet surfaces to avoid electric hazards; Do not place Wireless USB devices on any moving or unstable surfaces.

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    Package Contents • 1 x Wireless Video • 1 x USB 2.0 A to mini-B cable (3 ft.) Receiver (for display) • 1 x USB 2.0 extension cable (4 ft.) • 1 x Wireless Audio Receiver (for stereo) • 1 x Gold Plated VGA cable (6 ft.) •...

  • Page 7: Device Overview

    Device Overview Wireless USB Transmitter 1. LINK: Data Transfer Activity Indicator LED blinks when data is being transferred 2. PWR: Power LED is solid when powered by the PC 3. USB Connector Connect to any available USB 2.0 port on your computer...
  • Page 8 Wireless Video Receiver 1. VGA : VGA Activity Indicator 5. Power Plug LED is solid when display cable is Power adapter socket connected LED is blinking when data is being 6. RESET Button transferred Association history can be erased by pressing and holding this button for 10 2.
  • Page 9 Wireless Audio Receiver 1. Power/Activity LED LED is solid when connection is established LED is blinking when power is on and connection is not established 2. 3.5mm Audio Socket Connects to the 3.5mm audio connector of the included 3.5mm or RCA audio cable, and the other end to the available 3.5mm audio socket or RCA audio socket on your display or stereo system 3.

  • Page 10: Preparing For Setup

    Preparing for Setup Before you begin, please make sure to properly remove all previously installed Wireless USB Manager and DisplayLink drivers from your system to avoid driver conflict. To properly remove previously installed drivers, please follow below instructions. For Windows XP users Go to Start ->...
  • Page 11 For Windows Vista users Click on the Vista logo. Click on Control Panel then double click on Programs and Features. Select any previously installed Displaylink software and click on Uninstall button to properly uninstall the program.
  • Page 12 After successfully remove the DisplayLink software, please restart your system. Repeat Step 1 and select IOGEAR Wireless USB to VGA Kit and click on Uninstall. After all previously installed DisplayLink and Wireless USB to VGA Kit software are properly removed, please make sure to install the software on the CD fol- lowing the procedures on the next page before plugging in the Wireless USB Transmitter to your computer.

  • Page 13: Software Installation - Windows Xp

    Software Installation – Windows XP Important Note: For Windows XP users, if you do not have Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 installed, you will be prompted to have it installed. Please follow below instructions for installation. Click “ Yes” to install .NET 2.0 Framework Install”...
  • Page 14 Click on “Next” to continue. Note – If you previously installed IOGEAR Wireless USB Hub and Adapter Kit (GUWH104KIT) software, please follow detail instructions on P.68 Appendix. Click on “ Yes” to accept the software License Agreement and continue the installation.
  • Page 15 The InstallShield Wizard will continue loading the drivers. Do not click on any button, otherwise, it will interrupt the installation process and cause malfunction of the product. The installation wizard will continue to install the video driver provided by DisplayLink. Click on “I Accept”...
  • Page 16 The DisplayLink driver starts to load. Do not click on any button, otherwise, it will interrupt the installation process and cause malfunction of the product. Click on “ Finish” to complete the software installation. It is highly recommended to restart your system after the software installation to ensure all drivers are loaded correctly.

  • Page 17: Software Installation - Windows Vista

    Software Installation – Windows Vista For Windows Vista users Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM on your computer and click on Run setup.exe to begin the installation. Click on Allow when prompted User Account Control window to continue. The InstallShield Wizard will start loading.
  • Page 18 Click on “ Next” to continue. Click on “Yes” to accept the software License Agreement and continue the installation.
  • Page 19 The InstallShield Wizard will continue loading the drivers. Do not click on any button, oth- erwise, it will interrupt the installation process and cause malfunction of the product. The installation wizard will continue to install the video driver provided by DisplayLink. Click on “I Accept”...
  • Page 20 The DisplayLink driver starts to load. Do not click on any button, otherwise, it will interrupt the installation process and cause malfunction of the product. Yes” to restart your system. Click “...

  • Page 21: Install Wireless Usb Transmitter

    Install Wireless USB Transmitter Make sure the antenna is securely connected to the Wireless USB Transmitter. Plug the Wireless USB Transmitter to your computer via option 1 or 2. Windows will detect the device and complete the driver installation process automatically. Option 1: Plug the Wireless USB Transmitter into any available USB 2.0 port on your computer.

  • Page 22: Install Wireless Vga Receiver

    Install Wireless VGA Receiver Make sure the antenna is connected to the Wireless Video Receiver Input 1 PC Port Audio Input 3 PWR 1 2 3 Connect one end of the included VGA cable to the Wireless Video Receiver, and the other end to your display’s VGA / PC / RGB port.
  • Page 23 Example 1: For LCD monitor / Flat-Panel TV Input 1 Input 2 Input 1 Input 2 PC Port Audio PC Port Audio Input 3 Input 4 Input 3 Input 4 PWR 1 2 3 Example 2: For Projector...
  • Page 24 Install Wireless Video Receiver – With DVI Connector For monitor or TV that comes with DVI connector, you may use the included VGA to DVI-A adapter to connect the Wireless Video Receiver to your display. Connect one end of the VGA cable to the VGA connector of the VGA to DVI-A adapter, then connect the DVI end of the adapter to the DVI port on your display.
  • Page 25 Plug the power cable into Wireless Video Receiver and make sure the Power Indicator LED is solid. Windows will automatically install the drivers for the Wireless Video Receiver. Note: Please use the included power adpater as shown. This power adapter is slightly different from the one for Audio Receiver on P.28 Upon successful installation of your Wireless Video Receiver, double click on the...
  • Page 26 You should see the active Wireless VGA icon showing up in the software interface. Please change your display’s source setting to select VGA / RGB / PC as your video input source. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your display. Note: You may use the included fabric hook-and-loop fastener to attach the Wireless Video Receiver to your projector or LCD display / TV in order to ensure a good line-of-sight signal with the Wireless USB Transmitter.
  • Page 27 Upon successful connection, the installation will set the best resolution supported by your display and extend your desktop to the right. This is called the Extended Mode. You will see the wallpaper displaying on the monitor/display that is connected to the Wireless Video Receiver.

  • Page 28: Installing Wireless Audio Receiver

    Installing Wireless Audio Receiver Plug the power cable into the Wireless Audio Receiver. Make sure the Link Activity LED turns on and starts blinking. The next step is to create the association of the Wireless Audio Receiver and the Wireless USB Transmitter. Note: The Wireless Audio Receiver will NOT function until the following asso- ciation process is completed.
  • Page 29 Once connected, the Wireless USB Cable Association window will prompt and please click on “Accept Association” to continue. Click on OK to complete the association process.
  • Page 30 Disconnect the USB cable from the Wireless Audio Receiver and your computer. Double click on the Wireless USB manager icon located in the Windows system tray to verify the connection has been established successfully. The Wireless USB Manager will display the Wireless Audio icon and show the signal strength when connected.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Audio Receiver To Speakers

    Connecting the Audio Receiver to Speakers There are 3 options to connect the Wireless Audio Receiver to your TV, home stereo system, or powered speakers. Option 1: Connect one end of the 3.5mm audio cable to the Wireless Audio Receiver, and the other 3.5mm end to the 3.5mm port on your display or stereo system.
  • Page 32 Congratulations, your Wireless Audio / Video Kit is ready for use. Note: For quick trouble-shooting guide, please go to P.46. For more information on using your Wireless Audio / Video Kit for different applications, please visit IOGEAR’s website for detail instructions.

  • Page 33: Advanced Settings - Wireless Usb Manager

    Advanced Settings – Wireless USB Manager The Wireless USB Manager is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows you to manage your Wireless USB devices and control your Wireless USB Transmitter settings. The Wireless USB Manager can be accessed via the Wireless USB Manager icon located in the Windows system tray.
  • Page 34 If your Wireless Video Receiver is connected and working, then the icon will change and show the current signal strength. The View menu will give the option of what type of devices you wish to display (All Devices, Connected Devices and Disconnected Devices). The Options menu will give the option to launch Host Settings window and turn the Wireless USB Transmitter radio on or off.

  • Page 35: Advanced Settings - Video Mode Configuration

    Advanced Settings – Video Mode Configuration Note: If no output is seen on the monitor connected to the Wireless Video Receiver, it may be in a mode which cannot be displayed by the monitor. This can happen if the monitor is not adjusted to the mode supported by the Wireless Video Receiver.
  • Page 36 Extended Mode Extended mode enables the extension of the desktop across multiple monitors. To set up extended mode, click on the monitor icon located in your system tray to access the DisplayLink menu. You can choose to extend your desktop to 4 different orientations: right, left, above, and below, of your desktop.
  • Page 37 Mirror Mode Mirror mode duplicates the primary display (your desktop) to the monitor connected to the Wireless Video Receiver. After setting up the display settings, you may now click on the monitor icon located in your system tray to access the DisplayLink menu. You can choose Mirror from the menu to enable the mirror mode.

  • Page 38: Advanced Settings - Screen Resolution Configuration

    Advanced Settings - Screen Resolution Configuration You may change the video resolution under extended or mirror mode. Extended Mode To change the screen resolution when in Extended Mode, please follow below instructions. Click on the monitor icon located in your system tray to access the DisplayLink menu. Select Screen Resolution and choose the available resolution setting from the list.
  • Page 39 Mirror Mode When using in the Mirror Mode, click on “Advanced” from the menu to bring up the Display Settings window. Windows XP For Windows XP users, you can then click and drag the arrow bar to switch between differ- ent resolutions and click on Apply then OK to confirm.
  • Page 40 Windows Vista For Windows Vista users, you can click and drag the arrow bar to switch between different resolutions, and click on Apply then OK to confirm.

  • Page 41: Advanced Settings - Wireless Usb Transmitter Settings

    Advanced Settings - Wireless USB Transmitter Settings To manage the Wireless USB Transmitter settings, double click on the Wireless USB Manager icon in the system tray to bring up the Wireless USB Manager window. Click on Options and select Host Settings. •...
  • Page 42 • Advanced Settings Channel selection: this function allows you to manually set a radio channel (not recommended) for the wireless communication (combination of Band Group and Channel). For optimal performance, the automatic setting is recommended.

  • Page 43: Advanced Settings - Wireless Usb Transmitter Selection

    Advanced Settings - Wireless USB Transmitter Selection If you purchase more than one Wireless USB Transmitter (GUWA200), then you can use the HOST button on the Wireless Video Receiver to select and connect to different Wireless USB Transmitter. However, before you pressing this button to select another Wireless USB Transmitter, please make sure to go through the cable association process to associate the Wireless USB Transmitter and Wireless Video Receiver.

  • Page 44: Advanced Settings - Wireless Usb Transmitter Reset

    Advanced Settings - Wireless USB Transmitter Reset To erase all Wireless USB Transmitters (except the Wireless USB Transmitter included in this kit) associated* to your Wireless Video Receiver, hold down the “RESET” button on the Wireless Video Receiver for 10 seconds. This will cause the Wireless Video Receiver to erase all Wireless USB Transmitters that have been associated from its list.

  • Page 45: Advanced Settings - Wireless Vga Receiver In Wired Mode

    Advanced Settings - Wireless VGA Receiver in Wired Mode Your Wireless Video Receiver can also be used in wired mode. Make sure the position of the WIRED / WIRELESS switch is in the WIRED position. Plug the USB cable between your computer and the Wireless Video Receiver.

  • Page 46: Trouble Shooting Guide

    Video and Audio Receivers Configuration related Q&A P.57 Various Application & Usage Model related Q&A P.62 For the latest FAQs, please go to IOGEAR website (www.iogear.com). For more trouble shooting details, please visit this link and download the PDF files for GUWAVKIT. http://www.iogear.com/support/troubleshooting/viewall...

  • Page 47: Introduction And Technology Q&A

    Q: Do I need to buy a wireless router or other accessories for it to work? A: No. IOGEAR’s Wireless Audio/Video kit provides all accessories you need to connect your laptop or desktop to your TV & stereo system wirelessly. The kit includes one USB trans- mitter to deliver audio and video signals from your computer and one video receiver along with one audio receiver to connect to your TV.

  • Page 48: Installation And Setup Related Q&A

    A: No, it does not support Windows XP 64-bit OS. Q: Is the Wireless Audio/Video Kit available in other countries? A: The IOGEAR Wireless Audio/Video is available only in U.S. right now. For details, please speak to your IOGEAR sales representative for further information. For contact information, please go to http://www.iogear.com/corp/contactus/.
  • Page 49 Q: Will the Wireless Audio/Video Kit work with my large screen TV without the reso- lution becoming pixilated or choppy? A: IOGEAR’s Wireless Audio/Video Kit works with most flat panel, plasma TVs, monitors, projectors, and video projecting devices with available VGA (RGB / D-sub 15-pin / PC) port or DVI port (NOTE: The Wireless Audio/Video Kit Does NOT work with DVI-D or CRT tube TV).
  • Page 50 Q: Can I watch online video (such as Hulu or Youtube) in full screen on my TV while checking email and working on other applications on my computer? A: Yes. You can use the Wireless Audio/Video Kit in default Extended mode to run an ap- plication on one screen while running a different application on your computer’s original screen.
  • Page 51 If you see an icon that is grayed out in the Wireless USB Manager, try resetting the Wireless VGA Receiver by unplugging its power cord and plugging it back in. You should see the icon in the Wireless USB Manager appearing in color when it is connected. Still not connected? Double check that the radio for your Wireless USB Transmitter is on in the Wireless USB Manager.
  • Page 52 Q: My Wireless USB Transmitter is plugged into my computer and my Wireless Audio Receiver is powered on but I do not hear anything. What’s wrong? A: Check the Wireless USB Manager to see if there is an icon for your Wireless Audio Receiver. If there is no icon, try unplugging and plugging your Wireless USB Transmitter to your computer, then unplugging and plugging your power adapter to your Wireless Audio Receiver to reset the connection.
  • Page 53 Q: I already reset my Wireless USB Host Transmitter and Audio Receiver, and the icon does show up in the Wireless USB Manager. But there is still no sound, what’s wrong? A: Windows XP For XP users, please go to Start -> Control Panel -> Sounds and Audio Devices, then select Audio tab and make sure the USB Multimedia Audio Device is selected then click OK.
  • Page 54 Windows Vista For Vista users, right click on the Speaker icon at the bottom right corner of your system tray, then make sure the “2- USB Multimedia Audio Device” is checked then click Set Default and OK. Q: Why do I get this window during the association process? A: If you idle for more than 45 seconds during the cable association process, you will see this window prompt.

  • Page 55: Connection And Signal Quality Related Q&A

    Connection and Signal Quality related Q&A Q: I successfully installed everything and I can see video and hear audio from my TV, but the signal is bad and I can not get smooth video and audio quality. What can I do to get a better signal? A: First of all, please make sure the distance between the Wireless USB Transmitter and Wireless Video and Audio Receivers is within 30 feet.
  • Page 56 Q: If you are experiencing video or audio quality problems, please try following procedures for solutions. A: Adjust the screen resolution to the appropriate setting supported by your monitor/display, please refer to P.35 for detail instructions. • The Wireless Audio / Video Kit requires certain level of system resource for smooth operation.

  • Page 57: Video And Audio Receivers Configuration Related Q&A

    Video and Audio Receivers Configuration related Q&A Q: I already setup my Wireless USB Transmitter and Audio Receiver, and the icon does show up in the Wireless USB Manager. However, I would like the sound to be streaming from the built-in speakers of my computer, how do I do that? A: First of all, close the multimedia application you are currently running, and you have to change the playback device settings to activate the built-in speakers on your computer.
  • Page 58 Q: How many TVs or displays (Video Receiver) can I connect to my computer at the same time? A: GUWAVKIT supports 1 USB Transmitter with up to 6 Video Receivers simultaneously. Thus, you can connect up to 6 TV/display simultaneously if you wish. However, the band- width is shared by these 6 Video Receivers, thus, the performance will not be as good as having just 1 or 2 Video Receivers.
  • Page 59 A: It is Windows’ native property to support only one audio controller at any given time. IOGEAR’s Audio Receiver utilizes Windows’ native driver on your PC, therefore, it does not require installing any additional driver and it can only support single audio controller simultaneously.
  • Page 60 Q: My system meets the minimum system requirements and everything installed correctly. The Video and Audio Receivers are also shown on the Wireless USB Manager, but there is still no image showing on the external monitor/display, what’s wrong? A: The Video Receiver is using Displaylink video chipset and it is incompatible with following video cards and/or control software.
  • Page 61 Q: I have everything setup correctly and I am able to stream movie to my TV, but it is not showing in a full screen even if I make the application showing in full screen. What should I do? A: This problem is caused by incorrect resolution configuration of the DisplayLink video card.

  • Page 62: Various Application & Usage Model Related Q&A

    Various Application & Usage Model related Q&A Q: I have everything setup correctly and was able to drag video to the extended moni- tor/display. However, I couldn’t get full screen to work properly. What should I do? A: This problem is usually caused by different behaviors of various video players and your system resources.
  • Page 63 Internet. How do I use IOGEAR Wireless Audio/Video Kit to do this? A: Yes you can achieve this goal with IOGEAR Wireless Audio/Video Kit, and there are two ways to do this. The first method is to use the Wireless Audio/Video Kit to connect your system to one TV, and connect the VGA port (if there is one) on your system to the second TV by connecting an additional VGA cable.
  • Page 64 Q: I have connected my system to 2 TVs by using Wireless Audio/Video Kit and VGA cable connecting to the VGA port of my system. After the computer comes back from sleep-mode, I can see my 2 TVs coming back normal, but my main monitor of my computer is black, nothing is on the monitor.
  • Page 65 , and install the driver that is included in the zip file. After install- ing the driver, you will see the IOGEAR Wireless USB Hub icon showing up in the Wireless USB Manager interface and you can now access USB device wirelessly.
  • Page 66 Q: I want to set my PPT presentation showing on the extended monitor/display automatically. How do I do this? A: For Office 2003, click on Slide Show from the menu bar and select Set Up Show. In the Multiple monitors section, you should see this listed is enabled and you can click on the drop down arrow to select your preferred monitor to show the presentation.

  • Page 67: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Function GUWAVKIT Audio Audio Output 2 CH DAC output Dynamic Range 95db, THD+N -85db ~ -91db Sample Rate 8KHz, 16KHz, 44.1KHz, to 48KHz with 16-bit resolu- tion Antenna Type Omni directional Video Resolution Up to UXGA 1600x1200 or WSXGA+ 1680x1050...

  • Page 68: Appendix

    Appendix I. Compatibility with IOGEAR Wireless USB Hub and Adapter Kit (GUWH104KIT) Important: To retain the functionality of both the Wireless Audio / Video Kit and the GU- WH104KIT, you MUST follow these steps: Uninstall the GUWH104KIT software by using Add/Remove Programs or Programs and Features on the Control Panel.
  • Page 69 Cable association steps: Make sure that the Wireless USB Manager is running. Check your Windows tray for the Wireless USB Manager icon. Power on your Wireless USB device. Connect the USB cable between an available USB port on your computer and your Wireless USB device.

  • Page 70: Limited Warranty

    For further inquiries please contact IOGEAR.

  • Page 71: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Statement

    Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 72: Contact

    All information furnished here is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. IOGEAR, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this...
  • Page 73 Customer’s Record The model number and serial number of this product can be found on the product package. You should note this serial number in the space provided below and retain this book, plus your purchase receipt, as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification for Warranty Service purposes.
  • Page 76 About Us About Us IOGEAR offers connectivity solutions that are innovative, fun, and stylish, helping people enjoy daily life using our high technology products. GREEN IOGEAR is an environmentally conscious company that emphasizes the importance of conserving natural resources. The use of our technology solutions helps reduce electronic waste.

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