Cable Matters 201046-BLK USB Hub User Manual

USB

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C ™ to DisplayPort ™ Multiport

Adapter with Power Delivery

Model 201046

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Locate instructions and driver information is at: cablematters.com/dl/201046

Locate troubleshooting information at:

User Manual [email protected]

USBC™ to DisplayPort™ Multiport Adapter with Power Delivery

Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................... 1

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Copyright and Trademarks

1.3 FCC Compliance Statement

2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

2.1 Package Contents

2.2 Product Description ........................................................................ 2

2.3 Product Features

2.4 System Requirements

3. CONNECTION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............ 3

3.1 Application Diagram

3.2 Connecting the Adapter to a Laptop with Power Delivery ............. 4

3.3 Connecting to a LAN or Router ...................................................... 5

3.4 Connecting a Display with DisplayPort .......................................... 6

3.5 Connecting a USB Peripheral Device ............................................ 7

3.6 Troubleshooting Tips for Windows ................................................ 8

3.7 Troubleshooting Tips for Mac ........................................................ 9

4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................

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5. WARRANTY AND SUPPORT

5.1 Customer Support and Contact Information

5.2 Warranty Information

5.3 Limitations of Liability www.cablematters.com

USBC™ to DisplayPort™ Multiport Adapter with Power Delivery

1. Introduction

1.1 Introduction

Thank you for your purchase from Cable Matters® Inc., the ‘Reliable Connectivity’ company. This User Manual provides an overview of the features and installation of your new

USBC™ to DisplayPort™ Multiport Adapter with Power Delivery

Please read these instructions carefully before connecting, operating or configuring this product. Please keep this user manual for future reference.

Contact [email protected]

for questions or product support.

1.2 Copyright and Trademarks

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Cable Matters is a registered trademark or trademark of Cable Matters Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt Logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

USB TypeC™ and USB C™ are trademarks of USB Implementers Forum

DisplayPort™ and the DisplayPort™ logo are trademarks owned by the Video Electronics Standards Association

(VESA® ) in the United States and other countries. macOS® is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

1.3 FCC Compliance Statement

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

2. Product Overview

2.1 Package Contents

Please check that the following items are contained in the package:

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USB-C to DisplayPort Multiport Adapter with Power Delivery

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Quick Start Guide (User manual is available cablematters.com/dl/201046 ) www.cablematters.com

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USBC™ to DisplayPort™ Multiport Adapter with Power Delivery

2.2 Product Description

The Cable Matters® USBC™ to DisplayPort Multiport Adapter with Power

Delivery is an essential companion for computers with a USB-C or

Thunderbolt™ 3 port. Connect to a Fast network, a USB peripheral device, and a monitor with DisplayPort. Simultaneously charge a laptop while transferring data or viewing video.

2.3 Product Features

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USBC™ and Thunderbolt™ 3 port compatible

Connect a monitor with DisplayPort input

Connect to a Fast Ethernet network

Connect USB peripherals such as a flash drive, keyboard or mouse

Supports 8K DisplayPort video resolutions up to 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz

Power and charge a laptop up to 60 watts

2.4 System Requirements

Computer

Supported OS

USB 3.1 TypeC™ or Thunderbolt™ 3 computer port

Windows 10 macOS 10.9 or higher

Chrome OS, Linux, Android (with DP Alt mode)

Display:

Ethernet Network:

DisplayPort input port and a DisplayPort cable

LAN or router with an RJ45 port

USB 2.0 USB Type-A cable to connect a peripheral device

Power Delivery 2.0/3.0 USB-C charger or USB-C charger/cable www.cablematters.com

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3. Connection and Operating Instructions

3.1 Application Diagram

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Note: All cables to connect to the Adapter are sold separately

Connect to a Fast Ethernet network

Connect two USB 3.0/2.0 peripheral devices

Connect a display with DisplayPort input

Connect a USB-C charger to charge a laptop while in use www.cablematters.com

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USBC™ to DisplayPort™ Multiport Adapter with Power Delivery

3.2 Connecting the Adapter to a Laptop with Power Delivery

The Multiport Adapter can be connected to a USB-C charger to provide power to the Adapter or charge a laptop while in use

(with P.D. equipped computers).

Connect the Adapter to a USB-C charger for the best performance

Installation Instructions

1) Test with a fully charged laptop

2) Connect DisplayPort and Ethernet cables BEFORE connecting the Adapter

3) Connect a USB-C charger to the P.D. port of the Adapter

4) Connect the Adapter to a USB-C port on the computer

5) Look for the charging icon indicator on your computer

Troubleshooting Tips (for charging a laptop)

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Check that the blue LED in the logo is lit on the Adapter

USB-C Power Delivery 2.0/3.0 must be supported by your computer to charge a laptop

USB-C charger or charger/cable must be rated for USB-C Power Delivery 2.0/3.0

Adapter can only charge up to 60 watts (some computers use more)

Use the USB-C charger/cable that came with the laptop for the best performance

Important Notes: (when using the P.D. power port)

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Do NOT disconnect power to the Adapter while in use or it may interrupt the video,

Ethernet, or USB functions

Steps if the connected display or Ethernet function is not working:

1) Unplug the Adapter

2) Check the P.D. connection to the USB-C charger

3) Check that the DisplayPort and Ethernet cables are securely connected

4) Reconnect the Adapter to the computer

5) Disconnect all cables, reboot the computer, and reconnect the cables and Adapter www.cablematters.com

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3.3 Connecting to a LAN or Router

Link LED

Green

Status LED

Yellow

Installation Instructions

1) Connect an RJ45 Ethernet patch cable to the Adapter

2) Connect the patch cable to a LAN or router port

3) Connect the Adapter P.D. port to a USB charger for the best performance

4) Connect the Adapter to a USB-C port on the computer

5) Check the documentation of your LAN or router to configure network access

6) Link and Status LED’s should blink to indicate a live connection

Troubleshooting Tips

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Disconnect all cables, reboot the computer, and reconnect the cables and Adapter

Check that the Link and Status LEDs are lit

Test by turning off all wireless connections

Update the USB-C drivers from the computer manufacturer

Test the patch cable with a different device or try another USB port

Gigabit Ethernet speeds are NOT supported, only Fast Ethernet speed •

• Some USB-C devices may not support an Ethernet connection over USB-C

Windows

Search ‘Device Manager’ > Click on: Universal Serial Bus devices > Cable Matters USB -

C Multiport Adapter

Mac

Search: About this Mac > System Report > Hardware > USB > USB 3.0 Bus > USB 2.0

Hub > USB-C to Multiport Adapter with Charging www.cablematters.com

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3.4 Connecting a Display with DP

Installation Instructions

1) Connect an DisplayPort cable (sold separately) to the Adapter

2) Connect the cable to the DisplayPort input of the monitor

3) Connect the Adapter P.D. port to a USB charger for the best performance

4) Connect the Adapter to a USB-C port on the computer

5) Select the DisplayPort video and audio input from the display menu

6) Select the audio output from the computer (optional)

Troubleshooting Tips

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Disconnect all cables, reboot the computer, and reconnect the cables and Adapter

DisplayPort Alternate mode must be supported by your device

8K video resolution requires a 8K-rated source, cable, and monitor

Check that your computer supports an external video monitor

Check for updated video graphics drivers from the computer maker

Test with an HD (not 8K) display, if possible •

Windows (Duplicate or Extend the Display)

Video: Press Windows Logo + P or

Search Display >Click Adjust Resolution

Audio: Search Sound > Click on the display name > Set Default > OK

Mac (Duplicate or Extend the Display)

Video: Apple Menu > System Preferences > Displays > Select the Arrangement Tab >

Choose to Duplicate or Extend the display

Audio: Apple Menu > System Preferences > Sound > Output www.cablematters.com

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3.5 Connecting a USB Peripheral Device

USB 2.0 data transfer rate up to 480 Mbps

Installation Instructions

1) Connect a USB 2.0 or 3.0 device to the Adapter (cables sold separately)

2) Connect the Adapter P.D. port to a USB charger for the best performance

3) Connect the Adapter to a USB-C port on the computer

4) The device should be recognized after downloading any needed drivers

5) Always Safely Remove or Eject the device before unplugging

Troubleshooting Tips

• Disconnect all cables, reboot the computer, and reconnect the cables and Adapter

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USB 2.0 port will not charge a device like a smartphone

Test the USB device with a different computer

Test the USB device with a different USB cable

USB 3.0 devices will be limited to the USB 2.0 data transfer rate

Contact [email protected]

with a description of your hardware configuration and your computer OS www.cablematters.com

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3.6 Troubleshooting Tips for Windows

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When using Power Delivery to charge a laptop, first connect all cables and the USB-C charger BEFORE connecting the Adapter

Check that your computer recognizes the Adapter - Blue LED should be lit

Search ‘Device Manager’ > Click on: Universal Serial Bus devices > Cable Matters

USB-C Multiport Adapter

Cabling

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Check that all cable and adapter connections are secure

Test any connected cables with different equipment

8K DisplayPort video resolution requires a 8K cable

Computer/Host Source

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Test with a fully charged computer and the P.D. port connected to a charger

Try different video resolution and refresh rates supported by the display

Check the DisplayPort audio output from the Playback Devices on the taskbar

Verify that the DisplayPort audio is not muted

Disconnect all cables, reboot the computer, and reconnect the cables and Adapter •

Check for updated BIOS, firmware and software drivers from the computer manufacturer

Computers with Thunderbolt 3 ports can check for driver information at: kb.cablematters.com

(search for 201046)

Connected Display

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DisplayPort Alternate mode must be supported by your device for video

Select the DisplayPort input from the display menu

Adjust the audio level from the display menu

Test with an HD (not 8K) display, if possible

8K DisplayPort video resolution requires a 8K-rated display

Contact [email protected]

with a description of your hardware configuration and your computer OS www.cablematters.com

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USBC™ to DisplayPort™ Multiport Adapter with Power Delivery

3.7 Troubleshooting Notes for Mac

• When using Power Delivery to charge a laptop, first connect all cables and the USB-C charger BEFORE connecting the Adapter

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Check that your computer recognizes the Adapter - Blue LED should be lit

Search: About this Mac > System Report > Hardware > USB > USB 3.0 Bus > USB 2.0

Hub > USB-C to Multiport Adapter with Charging

Cabling

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Check that all cable and adapter connections are secure

Test any connected device cables with different equipment

8K DisplayPort video resolution requires a 8K cable •

Computer Source

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Test with a fully charged computer and the P.D. port connected to a charger

Check for updated OS software patches from Apple

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Try different video resolution settings supported by the display

Check the DisplayPort audio output from the Sound menu in System Preferences

Verify that the DisplayPort audio is not muted

Disconnect all cables, reboot the computer, and reconnect the cables and Adapter •

Connected Display

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Select the DisplayPort input from the display menu

Adjust the audio level from the display menu or remote

Test with an HD video resolution display, if possible

8K DisplayPort video resolution requires a 8K-equipped display

Contact [email protected]

with a description of your hardware configuration and your computer OS www.cablematters.com

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USBC™ to DisplayPort™ Multiport Adapter with Power Delivery

4. Technical Specifications

Host Connector:

Network Connector:

USB-A Ports:

Video Port:

PD Port:

OS Support

USB-C Male

RJ45 8P/8C 568-B Female

2x USB 2.0 Type A Female

DisplayPort Female

USB-C Power Delivery

Windows 10, macOS 10.9 or higher

Chrome OS, Linux, Android (with DP Alt mode)

DisplayPort Resolution Support

DisplayPort Audio Support

Up to 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz

8-Channel LPCM, compressed audio

Adapter Housing Lx W x H /Cable Tail 3.1 x 2.7 x 0.8 / 11 Inches

Compliance

Warranty:

C E, FCC, RoHS

Limited One-Year

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice

5. Warranty and Support

5.1 Customer Support and Contact Information

Cable Matters offers lifetime technical support as an integral part of our commitment to provide industry leading solutions.

Email us with any questions at [email protected].

5.2 Warranty Information

This product is backed by a limited one-year warranty. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only. Cable Matters does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, or normal wear.

5.3 Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Cable Matters Inc. (including their officers, directors, employees or agents) be liable for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of data, loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of, or related to the use of this product exceeding the actual price paid for the product (as allowed by state law). www.cablematters.com v3 02/2019

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