USB 3.

0 Docking Station
User Guide
Contents
• USB 3.0 docking station
• USB 3.0 A-B cable
• AC power adapter
• User guide

Specifications
Input Ports
• 1 x USB 3.0 (Standard B Type)
• 1 x DC power

Output Ports
• 2 x USB 3.0
• 1 x USB 2.0 with BC 1.2 power charging*
• 1 x HDMI 1.3
• 1 x DisplayPort 1.2
• 1 x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45)
• 1 x Combo audio (headphone/microphone)
*BC 1.2 can detect the correct charging current and battery level,
and provide the optimal level of charging, increasing lifespan of
charged devices.

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Product Overview
Front View

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Back View

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1. Housing vents
2. Audio/Microphone
3. Power LED
4. USB 3.0
5. USB 3.0 BC 1.2
6. Power in
7. USB 3.0 Type-B
8. HDMI
9. DisplayPort
10. Ethernet

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 The Accell docking station uses the DisplayLink DL5900 chipset. For
the latest drivers, go to

Follow the steps below to quickly set up your docking station.

: Install driver before connecting docking station to

computer.

1 IMPORTANT: DO NOT connect 2

the Docking Station until you
have installed the drivers on your

For network/IT administrators, please

visit this link for a corporate installation
software package.
(*User registration required)

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Setup using Windows
1. Download the latest drivers at www.displaylink.com/
downloads
• For network/IT administrators, please visit the following
link for a corporate installation software package. (User
registration required.)
• www.displaylink.com/corporateinstall
2. Install the DisplayLink driver.
3. Follow the screen instructions until the installation is complete.

4. Click “Reboot” to restart the computer.

5. Connect your docking station and peripherals to your computer.

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Maximum Resolution and Refresh Rate
Connected Ports DisplayPort HDMI
Single 3840x2160 / 30Hz Not connected
Single Not connected 2560x1440 / 50Hz
Dual Displays 2048x1152 / 60Hz 2048x1152 / 60Hz

Recommended System Requirements

Processor Intel Core i5 or i7 2.0+ GHz,
AMD Llano or better
Memory 4 GB
Video Card Intel HD 4000,
ATI Radeon HD5/6xxx,
NVidia GeForce 4xxM or better*
USB USB 3.0 port
Operating System Windows 7 or newer (32/64-bit),
Mac OS 10.6 or newer

Operating Temperature
Operating temperature: 41°F to 104°F
Caution: Do not block housing vents.

Power LED Indication

Normal working mode: white light
Platform standby: amber light
Power off: light off

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DisplayLink Manager Menu
Menu Option Description
DisplayLink Manager Displays the version of the installed
DisplayLink software.
Check for Updates Checks Windows update.
DisplayLink Devices Checks connected DisplayLink devices.
Audio Setup Opens the Windows Audio Configuration
window.
Video Setup Opens the Windows Screen Resolution
window.
Screen Resolution Displays a list of available resolutions.
Screen Rotation Rotates the screen clockwise or counter-
clockwise.
Extend To Extends the display to the right or left of the
main display.
Extend Extends the Windows desktop onto the
displays.
Set as Main Monitor Sets this screen as the main display.
Notebook Monitor Off Switches off the display of the notebook
and makes the DisplayLink display the main
display.
Mirror Copies what is on the main display and
reproduces it on this display.
Off Switches off the display.
Fit to TV Use this function to adjust the size of the
windows to fit the TV screen.

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Set Display to Extended Mode
1. Click on the DisplayLink icon.
2. Select Extend.

This device is now extended in the direction it was the last time
the display was in this mode. For more control, use the Extend To
submenu and select one of the options. This puts the device into
extend mode, and places it to the Left/Right/Above/Below the main
(primary) monitor.

Set Display to Mirror Mode

1. Click on the DisplayLink icon.
2. Select Mirror.

The resolution, color depth and refresh rate of the primary screens
are replicated on the monitor connected to the docking station.

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Set Display to Fit TV
1. To configure Fit to TV, choose the option from the DisplayLink
graphical user interface (GUI). The following interface appears:

2. You will also see a red border on the DisplayLink screen.

The red border shows the size of the new Windows desktop. Use the
“+” and “-” controls on the Fit to TV GUI to change the size of the red
border until it fits on the TV screen.

Note: Finer configuration of the size of the border can be achieved

by holding down the CTRL key and click on the “+” and “-”.

3. Once the red border is at the edges of the TV screen, click Apply
to resize the Windows desktop.

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Customer Support and Assistance
If you have questions please check out our web site at:
www.accellcables.com. Technical Support can be reached by
E-mail at [email protected] or at 510-438-9288 or toll
free at 1-877-353-0772 (M-F 9am-5pm PST).

FCC Compliance
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.

CE Compliance
This equipment is in compliance with the requirements of the
following regulations: EN 55 022: CLASS B

Warranty Returns Procedure

To return an item under warranty, contact Customer Support by
E-mail at [email protected] or call 510-438-9288 to
obtain a Return Authorization (RMA) number. RMA numbers are
valid for 30 days from the date of issuance. We are unable to accept
returns without an RMA number. Returns without an Accell issued
RMA number clearly printed on the outside of the package will be
returned unopened. All returns must be shipped prepaid at the
expense of the shipper. All returns must include a copy of the dated
sales receipt.

The information above is believed to be accurate, however Accell

assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies and liability for direct,
indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages as a result. Due
to ongoing improvements, Accell reserves the right to make changes to
hardware, packaging and any documentation without prior written notice.

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if delivered to Accell Corporation prepaid, together with a copy of the
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