StarTech.com USB2VGA2 Instruction Manual
StarTech.com USB2VGA2 Instruction Manual

StarTech.com USB2VGA2 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 USB2VGA2 Instruction Manual USB to VGA Adapter USB 2.0 to VGA External Multi Monitor Video Adapter - High Resolution...
  • Page 2 StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an en- dorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in question.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ..............1 Packaging Contents..............1 System Requirements ..............1 Installation ............... 1 Windows 2000/XP ...............1 Windows Vista ................3 Multiple USB Video Adapter Installation ........5 Configuring the Adapter ..........6 USB 2.0 to VGA Adapter Properties ..........7 Virtually Repositioning Your Displays...........8 Troubleshooting ..............
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Packaging Contents • 1 x USB2VGA2 video adapter • 1 x Driver CD • 1 x User Manual System Requirements • Pentium 4 / Celeron family or AMD K6 / Athlon / Duron family with 1.5GHz or more CPU Clock Speed •...
  • Page 5 Executing the Setup.exe application will launch the following screen. Please click on Next: *Ensure that the USB Video Adapter is not connected to the host computer. Once driver installation is complete, you will reach the following screen. Click on the “Finish”...
  • Page 6: Windows Vista

    While the computer is restarting, connect the VGA cord running from the secondary monitor/display to the adapter. Turn the monitor/display on. Once Windows has fully loaded, the secondary monitor should now be ready for use. You should see this icon in the System Tray: Windows Vista/7 NOTE: The Aero desktop theme is not supported by this adapter, so should be disabled prior to use of the USB Video Adapter.
  • Page 7 Once driver installation is complete, you will reach the following screen. Click on the “Finish” button. Plug in the USB Video Adapter. Windows will then install the drivers for the adapter. Select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now” and click the “Finish”...
  • Page 8: Multiple Usb Video Adapter Installation

    Multiple USB Video Adapter Installation Ensure you have the latest version of the drivers installed, otherwise, please download them from the StarTech.com website (www.startech.com). Complete the installation steps, up to when you plug in the first USB Video Adapter. When prompted to restart, select “No, I will restart my computer later”...
  • Page 9: Configuring The Adapter

    Configuring the Adapter Once the driver and adapter have been installed, an icon will appear in the system tray as shown below. This utility allows you to quickly change the settings and resolution for your USB 2.0 VGA Adapter. The configuration menu can be accessed by right-clicking on the icon: Primary Mode Selecting USB-VGA (Primary),...
  • Page 10: Usb 2.0 To Vga Adapter Properties

    Mirror Mode This setting will mirror the image from your original desktop onto the secondary desktop. USB 2.0 to VGA Adapter Properties To access the Display Properties for the USB 2.0 VGA Adapter, open the Control Panel, and double-click on the Display icon. Select the Settings tab.
  • Page 11: Virtually Repositioning Your Displays

    Virtually Repositioning Your Displays Click and drag the appropriate monitor icon (labelled 1 or 2) to the desired position. For example, the secondary display can be dragged to the left of the primary display, allowing it to be positioned virtually on the left.
  • Page 12 I am unable to use applications that require Direct3D on the USB 2.0 VGA adapter Currently, the drivers that support the USB 2.0 VGA adapter do not support Direct3D. Please check for driver updates in the future, for added support. If your application requires Direct3D, please use the main display adapter.
  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications Bus Interface USB 2.0 USB type A Connectors DE-15 female Chipset PLX Netchip Net2280 Maximum number of Adapters ® Windows 2000/XP/ Supported Operating Systems Vista/7 (32/64-bit) Supported Resolutions Aspect Ratio Resolution Color Depth 19:10 1920x1200 16:9 1920x1080 16:10 1680x1050 16:10 1440x900 16, 32...
  • Page 14: Technical Support

    Technical Support StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our com- mit-ment to provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/support and access our com- prehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads.
  • Page 15 StarTech.com has been making “hard-to-find easy” since 1985, providing high quality solutions to a diverse IT and A/V customer base that spans many channels, including government, education and industrial facilities to name just a few. We offer an unmatched selection of computer parts, cables, A/V products, KVM and Serv-...

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