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Contents Chapter 1. About the port replicator . . 1 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Locating the controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 10 11 11 11 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting. . . . . . 13 3 Appendix A. Service and Support . . 17 3 Online technical support . . . . . . . . . . . Telephone technical support . . . . . . . . . 17 17 Appendix B. Lenovo Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Warranty Information . . .
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Chapter 1. About the port replicator This chapter contains product description and system requirements for the Lenovo® USB 2.0 Port Replicator with Digital Video (hereafter called the port replicator). Product description The port replicator is a portable expansion module that enables you to easily connect your notebook computer to multiple devices, such as a monitor or a Universal Serial Bus (USB) printer.
1 Power and connection indicator When the power and connection indicator is on in blue, the port replicator is successfully connected to the ac power adapter. 2 USB connector indicator When the USB connector indicator is on in green, the port replicator is successfully connected to a notebook computer and USB device. 3 USB connectors (2) Used to connect USB devices (USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 compatible) 4 Headphone connector Used to connect a speaker or headphone.
Chapter 2. Installing the port replicator This chapter provides information on how to connect the port replicator to your notebook computer and how to install and uninstall the device driver. Connecting the port replicator to your notebook computer This topic provides instructions on how to connect the port replicator to your notebook computer with the provided ac power adapter and USB cable. To connect the port replicator to your notebook computer, do the following: 1.
To install the device driver on the Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 1. Save any open documents and exit all applications. 2. Insert the Software and User Guide CD and do one of the following: • If the CD starts automatically, go to step 3. • If the AutoPlay window opens, click Run start.bat. Then, go to step 3. • If the CD does not start automatically, go into My Computer or Computer, browse the CD/DVD drive, and double-click Start.bat. 3. Select your language. 4.
Chapter 3. Using the port replicator This chapter provides information on how to use the audio connectors, USB connectors, DVI-I video output connector, DVI-I to VGA adapter, and Ethernet connector on the port replicator. You can connect devices to the appropriate connectors on the port replicator while your notebook computer is turned on. Normally it will take several seconds for the notebook computer to recognize the new device.
To use the DVI-I to VGA adapter with an external monitor, do the following: 1. Connect the DVI-I to VGA adapter to the DVI-I video output connector on the port replicator. 2. Tighten the two screws on the DVI-I to VGA adapter. 3. Connect the VGA connector of the external monitor to the DVI-I to VGA adapter. You can adjust video settings to customize the use of the port replicator. See “Working with the port replicator utility” on page 8.
Chapter 4. Working with the port replicator This chapter provides information about the video output function of the port replicator and instructions on how to work with the port replicator utility, which enables you to configure the port replicator to your needs. Understanding the video output modes The port replicator works in two video output modes: • Extend mode • Mirror mode By default, the port replicator uses Extend mode to output the video.
The port replicator automatically selects the settings (screen resolution, color quality, and refresh rate) for the external monitor, which will enable the best resolution based on your notebook computer settings. In the Windows XP or Windows Vista operating system, there are two options when you are using Mirror mode: • Notebook Monitor Off: In this mode, the display of the notebook computer monitor will be off and the display of the external monitor will be on.
Setting the resolution of the external monitor In Mirror mode, you can adjust the resolution of your notebook computer, and the settings will apply to both your notebook computer monitor and the external monitor. In Extend mode, you can only set the resolution of the external monitor. To set the resolution of the external monitor, depending on the operating system you are using, do one of the following: For the Windows XP or Windows Vista operating system: 1. Click the Lenovo USB 2.
2. Select Screen Rotation, and then select one of the options: • Normal: The external monitor display will remain the same as your notebook computer monitor display. • Rotated Left: The external monitor display will be rotated 90 degrees to the left. • Rotated Right: The external monitor display will be rotated 90 degrees to the right. • Upside-Down: The external monitor display will be upside-down. Note: You can click Rotated Left or Rotated Right continually until the display becomes upside-down.
Manually enabling the audio connectors To manually enable the audio connectors on the port replicator, depending on the operating system you are using, do one of the following: For the Windows XP operating system: 1. Right-click the volume icon in the taskbar notification area. 2. Select Adjust Audio Properties. The Sound and Audio Devices Properties window opens. 3. Click the Audio tab. 4.
SN Resolution Refresh rates (Unit: Hz) 14 1280 x 1024 60, 75, 85 15 1360 x 768 60 16 1366 x 768 60 17 1368 x 768 60 18 1440 x 900 60 19 1400 x 1050 60, 75, 85 20 1600 x 1200 60 21 1680 x 1050 60 22 1920 x 1080 60 23 1920 x 1200 60 24 2048 x 1152 60 Notes: 1. Resolution refers to the number of pixels horizontally and vertically displayed on the screen. 2. Color depth defines the number of different colors that can be shown on the screen at the same time.
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting This chapter provides some troubleshooting hints and tips to assist you if you experience any problems with the port replicator. Check the following items first to try to correct the problem. General 1. The power and connection indicator of the port replicator is not on. Ensure that the ac power adapter included with the port replicator is correctly connected to the port replicator and a working electrical outlet.
3. You cannot play back the DVD on your external monitor but can play it back on your notebook computer monitor. Some notebook computers do not support the Certified Output Protection Protocol (COPP), and you will not be able to play back the protected DVD on the external monitor connected to the port replicator. To play back the DVD on the external monitor, you can connect the external monitor to the VGA connector on your notebook computer, and extend the display to the external monitor.
2. For users of the Windows XP operating system, select Adjust Audio Properties and the Sound and Audio Devices Properties window opens. For users of the Windows Vista or Windows 7 operating system, select Sounds and the Sound window opens. 3. Depending on the operating system you are using, do one of the following: • For the Windows XP operating system: a. Click the Audio tab. b.
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Appendix A. Service and Support The following information describes the technical support that is available for your product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of your product. Refer to the Lenovo Limited Warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms. Online technical support Online technical support is available during the lifetime of a product at: http://www.lenovo.
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Appendix B. Lenovo Limited Warranty L505-0010-01 04/2008 This Lenovo Limited Warranty applies only to Lenovo branded hardware products you purchased for your own use and not for resale. This Lenovo Limited Warranty is available in other languages at www.lenovo.com/warranty. What this Warranty Covers Lenovo warrants that each hardware product that you purchase is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use during the warranty period.
If your Service Provider determines that it is unable to repair your product, your Service Provider will replace it with one that is at least functionally equivalent. If your Service Provider determines that it is unable to either repair or replace your product, your sole remedy is to return the product to your place of purchase or to Lenovo for a refund of your purchase price.
This warranty is voided by removal or alteration of identification labels on the product or its parts. Limitation of Liability Lenovo is responsible for loss or damage to your product only while it is: 1) in your Service Provider's possession; or 2) in transit in those cases where the Service Provider is responsible for the transportation. Neither Lenovo nor your Service Provider is responsible for any of your data including confidential, proprietary, or personal data contained in a product.
European Economic Area (EEA) Customers in the EEA may contact Lenovo at the following address: EMEA Service Organisation, Lenovo (International) B.V., Floor 2, Einsteinova 21, 851 01, Bratislava, Slovakia. Service under this warranty for Lenovo hardware products purchased in EEA countries may be obtained in any EEA country in which the product has been announced and made available by Lenovo. Warranty Information Product Type Lenovo USB 2.
3. Courier or Depot Service Under Courier or Depot Service, your product will be repaired or exchanged at a designated service center, with shipping arranged by your Service Provider. You are responsible for disconnecting the product. A shipping container will be provided to you for you to return your product to a designated service center. A courier will pick up your product and deliver it to the designated service center.
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Appendix C. Electronic emission notices The following information refers to the Lenovo USB 2.0 Port Replicator with Digital Video. Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Lenovo USB 2.0 Port Replicator with Digital Video - 0A34183 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.
for typical residential environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication devices.
Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase Lenovo product service information for Taiwan Appendix C.
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Appendix D. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used.
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Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) China RoHS The information in the following table is applicable for products manufactured on or after March 1, 2007 for sale in the People’s Republic of China. Turkish statement of compliance The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE).
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Part Number: 0A33491 Printed in China (1P) P/N: 0A33491 *0A33491*
