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- Page 1 Vantec USB External Video Adapter User’s Manual Model: NBV-100U www.vantecusa.com Copyright © 2008 Vantec Thermal Technologies. All Rights Reserved.
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Always read the safety instructions carefully Keep this User’s Manual for future reference Keep this equipment away from humidity If any of the following situations arise, get the equipment checked by a service technician: • The equipment has been exposed to moisture. •... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1. Introduction......................3 Applications......................3 Features......................4 Specifications………………………………………………………………………..4 Package Contents....................5 System Requirements..................5 2. Installation........................ 6 3. Using the Adapter..................... 9 Display Modes..................... 9 Extend Your Windows Desktop to Add-on Monitor (Default)........9 Video and DVD Playback in Extended Mode............10 Mirror Your Windows Desktop................. -
Page 4: Introduction
1. Introduction The Vantec USB External Video Adapter is a quick and easy way to add an additional monitor to your computer. An additional monitor provides more desktop area allowing you to multitask more efficiently or run several programs at once. Adding an additional monitor usually meant having to buy an expensive video card and installing it inside your case. -
Page 5: Features
Supports up to 2 USB External Video Adapters simultaneously • Compatible with DVI or VGA monitors • Hot Swappable; Add or remove monitor without rebooting • USB Powered Specifications Model: NBV-100U Device Support: Monitor & Projector Supported Resolutions: Color Refresh rates Refresh rates Depth available at 16 bit... -
Page 6: Package Contents
Package Contents Before installation, please check the items in the package. The package should contain the following items: • USB External Video Adapter • Driver CD • USB Cable • Quick Installation Guide • DVI to VGA Converter System Requirements The minimum requirements for the PC are: •... -
Page 7: Installation
2. Installation Follow the procedures below to install the driver and then connect the adapter: 1. Insert the provided driver CD into your CD-ROM drive. The setup program will run automatically. If not, locate and double-click the Setup.exe file under the Driver folder on the CD. - Page 8 3. Install Core software. Install NBV-100U Driver 5. If prompted to restart your computer, click Yes to restart or No to manually restart later. Note that a reboot is always needed for a successful installation. If the reboot prompt doesn’t appear, make sure to manually reboot your computer.
- Page 9 6. Connect the adapter to your computer and monitor. Connect the mini-B (smaller) end of the USB cable to the adapter. Then connect the Type-A (larger) end of the USB cable to a USB 2.0 port on your computer If your monitor is not yet connected to the adapter, connect it and power on your monitor.
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Page 10: Using The Adapter
3. Using the Adapter Display Modes There are several ways you can utilize the monitor attached on the adapter. The add-on monitor can be configured to use either “mirror mode”, “extended mode” or be the primary display as described in this section. -
Page 11: Video And Dvd Playback In Extended Mode
Cursor disappeared ? If you’re in extended mode but the add-on monitor is not connected, the desktop still extends to the add-on monitor and it’s possible that your cursor has moved to the extended desktop so that you cannot find it on the primary display. -
Page 12: Mirror Your Windows Desktop
Be the Primary Monitor To make the add-on monitor the primary display: 1. Position the mouse anywhere on your computer desktop, right-click and select Personalize > Display Settings on Vista or Properties > Settings on XP/2000. 2. In the Display drop-down menu, select the option ends with DisplayLink Graphics Adapter. 3. -
Page 13: Be The Primary Monitor
The software supports the modes listed below. Color Depth Refresh rates available at 16 bit Refresh rates available at 32 bit Resolution color quality color quality 60 72 75 60 72 75 640x480 56 60 72 75 85 56 60 72 75 85 800x600 60 75 85 60 75 85... - Page 14 To configure the three components (resolution, color depth and refresh rate) of a screen mode, follow these steps: 1. Position the mouse anywhere on your computer desktop, right-click and select Personalize > Display Settings on Vista or Properties > Settings on XP/2000. 2.
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Page 15: Standby And Hibernate, Shut Down And Restart
Standby and Hibernate, Shut Down and Restart When the adapter is connected to a computer and an external monitor, if the computer goes into standby or hibernate mode, the external monitor display will go blank. When the computer returns to an active state, the external monitor display will keep the same settings it had before the computer went into standby or hibernate mode. - Page 16 What is Vista XDDM mode? XDDM refers to Windows XP Driver Mode. It is a video card driver mode used in some legacy computers that running the new generation Vista OS. It provides an interface similar to Windows XP user Interface on Vista and one of its characteristics is that it doesn’t support Windows Aero interface.
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Page 17: Uninstall The Adapter And Driver
1. Open the Control Panel and double-click Programs and Features on Vista or Add or Remove Programs on XP/2000. 2. Select NBV-100U and click Uninstall or Remove. 3. Click Yes to confirm the removal. During the removal process a couple of DOS windows will pop up. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
4. Troubleshooting Q1: The display on the add-on monitor is blank. A: If the monitor power LED is green (in most cases), wait a moment for the monitor to show the video as sometimes it takes time for the secondary monitor to show the video. You can also reboot your system to try again. -
Page 19: Regulatory Compliance
For information on recycling of this product, please contact your local authorities , your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Vantec Thermal Technologies. 43951 Boscell Road Fremont,CA 94538 Tel:(510) 668-0368...