USB2VGA - Network card / adapter StarTech.com - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	USB to VGA Adapter
Brand	StarTech.com
Model	USB2VGA
Dimensions (L x W x H)	2.8 x 1.1 x 0.6 in (71 x 28 x 15 mm)
Weight	1.6 oz (45 g)
Power Source	Powered via USB port (no external power required)
Maximum Resolution	1920 x 1080 (1080p) at 60 Hz
Supported Resolutions	640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x720, 1280x1024, 1600x1200, 1920x1080
Video Input	USB Type-A (USB 2.0)
Video Output	VGA (DB-15 female)
Chipset	DisplayLink DL-195
Operating Systems Supported	Windows 10, 8, 7, XP; macOS 10.10+; Linux (with DisplayLink driver)
LED Indicators	1 (Link/Activity)
Cable Length	6 in (15 cm) integrated USB cable
Warranty	2 years
Operating Temperature	32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Certifications	CE, FCC, RoHS
Package Contents	USB2VGA adapter, Quick Start Guide
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with dry cloth; avoid liquids and abrasives
Safety Precautions	Use only with compatible devices; avoid excessive bending of cable
Repairability	Not user-serviceable; no replaceable parts

Frequently Asked Questions - USB2VGA StarTech.com

What is the StarTech.com USB2VGA used for?

The USB2VGA adapter lets you add an external VGA monitor to your computer via a USB port, supporting resolutions up to 1920x1080.

Does the USB2VGA require external power?

No, it is powered directly from the USB port and does not need an external power adapter.

Is the USB2VGA compatible with Mac or Linux?

Yes, it supports Windows, macOS (10.10+), and Linux with the appropriate DisplayLink driver installed.

Can I use multiple USB2VGA adapters on one computer?

Yes, you can use multiple adapters to add several external monitors, but each adapter uses its own USB port and system resources.

What is the maximum supported resolution?

The adapter supports a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080 (1080p) at 60 Hz.

Do I need to install drivers for the USB2VGA?

Yes, you must install the DisplayLink graphics driver from the StarTech.com website for the adapter to function.

Why is my external monitor not detected?

Ensure the driver is installed, the USB cable is securely connected, and the monitor is powered on. Try a different USB port or restart your computer.

Can I use the USB2VGA with a USB 3.0 port?

Yes, it is backward compatible with USB 3.0 ports, but will operate at USB 2.0 speeds.

How do I clean the USB2VGA adapter?

Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Do not use liquids, sprays, or abrasive cleaners.

What should I do if the adapter becomes warm during use?

It is normal for the adapter to warm up slightly. Ensure adequate ventilation and avoid covering the adapter. If it becomes hot to the touch, disconnect and check for proper airflow.

USER MANUAL USB2VGA StarTech.com

USB 2.0 to VGA External Multi Monitor Video Adapter

FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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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 8

Specifications 10

Supported Resolutions 10

Technical Support 11

Warranty Information 11

Introduction

Packaging Contents

1 x USB2VGA video adapter•
1 x Driver CD•
1 x User Manual•

System Requirements

An available USB 2.0 port•

VGA compatible monitor/display•

Microsoft Windows® 2000/XP/Vista(32/64-bit)

Installation

Please ensure that the driver installation is complete prior to the physical installation of the USB 2.0 to VGA adapter.

Windows 2000/XP

Insert the Driver CD into your CD/DVD-ROM drive.1.

If the installation program does not begin automatically, locate the 2. Setup.exe application. This file will be located in the root directory of the Driver CD.

Executing the Setup.exe 3. 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 4. complete, you will reach the following screen. Click on the "Finish" button.

Plug in the USB Video Adapter. Windows will then install the 5. drivers for the adapter.

Once the Windows has 6. finished the driver installation, it will prompt you to restart the computer. Select "Yes, I want to restart my computer now", and click the "Finish" button.

While the computer is restarting, connect the VGA cord running 7. from the secondary monitor/display to the adapter. Turn the monitor/display on.

Once Windows has fully loaded, the secondary monitor should now 8. be ready for use. You should see this icon in the System Tray:

Windows Vista

Insert the Driver CD into your CD/DVD-ROM drive.1.

If the installation program does 2, not begin automatically, locate the Setup.exe application. This file will be located in the root directory of the Drivers CD.

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Setup.exe

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When the InstallShield Wizard launches, click Next.

*Ensure the USB2VGA adapter is not connected to the host computer.

Please wait while Setup 4. searches for installed components.

Once driver installation is 5. complete, you will reach the following screen. Click on the "Finish" button.

Plug in the USB Video Adapter. Windows will then install the 6. drivers for the adapter.

Select "Yes, I want to restart 7. my computer now" and click the "Finish" button.

While the computer is restarting, connect the VGA cord running 8. from the secondary monitor/display to the adapter. Turn the monitor/display on.

Once Windows has fully loaded, the secondary monitor should now 9. be ready for use. You should see this icon in the System Tray:

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 1. USB Video Adapter. When prompted to restart, select “No, I will restart my computer later” and click “Finish” to continue on to the installation of the next USB Video Adapter unit.

Connect another monitor/display to the VGA connector of the second 2. USB Video Adapter, then turn on the display.

Connect the USB type A connector on the second USB Video 3. Adapter to an available USB 2.0 port on the host computer. The driver installation will begin automatically.

Repeat these steps for each additional USB Video Adapter you wish to install. Once all USB Video Adapters are installed, reboot the computer. After rebooting, you may be prompted to reboot one final time; please do so.

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), will set the secondary display adapter as the main display adapter in the system. The system's primary adapter (and monitor) will automatically switch to act as the extended desktop.

Please Note: Some display utilities and drivers that ship with

AGP and built-in display adapters will prevent this option from working on some systems. For the USB-VGA (Primary) setting to take effect, you must first disable the original display utility (typically located in the system tray).

Extended Mode

By default, your USB 2.0 VGA Adapter will extend your Windows desktop functioning in USB-VGA(Extended). You can change the relative position of this extension under the Display Properties (Go to Control Panel -> double click on Display and select the Settings tab).

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 1. the Control Panel, and double-click on the Display icon.

Select the Settings tab.2.

Click on the Display drop-down menu, and select the USB 2.0 VGA 3. DEVICE (DISPLAY) as illustrated below:

From here, you can change the resolution and color depth as 4. desired. Once the desired changes have been made, click on OK to apply the settings.

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. Click OK or Apply to save the changes.

Troubleshooting

The USB 2.0 to VGA Adapter can't be set as the primary display

Some video card manufacturers ship their product with a utility that prevents other video cards from being set as the primary card. Please check the system tray for an icon representing this utility, and if possible, please disable the utility prior to switching to the USB 2.0 to VGA adapter as the primary display.

My DVD player will not work when I move the image to the extended display

Some DVD playback software does not support playing video on a second adapter of any kind. Please refer to the documentation that was included with your DVD playback software for further information.

Video will not display using Windows Media Player on the extended desktop

Please ensure that you have moved the Media Player window completely over to the second screen.

There are horizontal lines covering the displayed image

This is due to a low refresh rate setting. You can change this in: Display Properties, Settings, Advanced, Monitor. Make sure that you have selected the USB 2.0 VGA Device first, and do not exceed the refresh rate limitations of the monitor. Resetting, or resynchronizing the monitor may also help. For further details on how to reset or resynchronize your monitor, please refer to the documentation that was included with your monitor purchase.

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.

The following troubleshooting tips may help if you are experiencing any issues.

Check to make sure that all connectors are plugged in correctly.

Make sure that the USB port that you are using is USB 2.0.•

Check to see that the monitor is connected correctly and the power • is ON.

Try connecting the adapter directly to the computer instead of • through a hub.

Make sure you restart your computer after the driver installation.

Unplug the adapter and re-insert it.

Check the website to make sure you have the latest drivers.

Reset/refresh/resynchronize your monitor.

If you have problems during the boot up process, start your • computer in Safe Mode and uninstall the driver. Hold the CTRL key until the Windows startup menu appears and select Safe Mode.

As there is a limitation, the USB 2.0 VGA Adapter cannot be used for • the viewing of DVD video movie except for the Media Player Classic software on Windows Vista.

It may disable the main display when you access the Primary • function on part of graphic cards of Intel solution.

Specifications

Bus Interface	USB 2.0
Connectors	USB type ADE-15 female
Chipset	PLX Netchip Net2280
Maximum number of Adapters	5
Supported Operating Systems	Windows® 2000/XP/Vista (32/64-bit)

Supported Resolutions

Aspect Ratio Resolution Color Depth
16:10 1680x1050 16
16:10 1440x900 16, 32
16:10 1280x800 16, 32
15:9 1280x768 16, 32
5:4 1280x1024 16, 32
4:3 1600x1200 16
4:3 1280x960 16, 32
4:3 1152x864 16, 32
4:3 1024x768 16, 32
4:3 800x600 16, 32

Technical Support

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Warranty Information

This product is backed by a one year warranty.

In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

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