Accell UltraAV DisplayPort to DisplayPort MultiMonitor Adapter K088B001B Manual

							  
Introduction:  
The Accell UltraAV DisplayPort to DisplayPort multi-monitor adapter allows you to connect up to three DisplayPort monitors 
using only one DisplayPort connector on your graphics card. Once connected, you have the freedom to configure the 
monitors as a single unified display (expanded mode), or three identical displays (clone mode) by simply changing the 
output resolution of your graphics card. This adapter is plug-and-play-ready, requiring no additional software or driver.       
 
Features:  
-Fully HD compatible supporting resolutions up to 3840x1024/60Hz/32bit color. 
-No additional software to install, just Plug-and-Play. 
-Works with any desktop or notebook computer (PC or Mac) that has a DisplayPort output. 
-Designed to work with monitors that have DisplayPort input, and it works best if the monitors are of the same native 
resolution, up to 1280x1024 per monitor.  
-If monitors are of different native resolutions, the adapter will display at a resolution common to the monitors. 
-If your graphics card has two DisplayPort ports, they can output to six monitors with two of these adapters!  
 
Specifications: 
• Connectors: Built-in 45” locking DisplayPort cable (to video card) 
• 3 DisplayPort outputs (to monitors) - DisplayPort cables not included 
• Max resolution: 3 monitors @1280x1024/60Hz/32bit color (3840x1024)* 
          
• Latency: Near zero**  
• Approximate dimensions: 6.5(W) x 4(L) x 1.5(H)  
• Power: Bus-powered via video card 
• DisplayPort 1.1a compliant 
• Maximum supported monitor frequency: 60Hz 
 
 
 
 
 
*Recommended: Same type DisplayPort monitors used, having the same native resolution, not exceeding 60Hz refresh rate. 
**Features are subject to the capabilities of the computer and graphics card specification.  
 
Installation Overview: 
Follow the steps below to install the DisplayPort-to-3xDisplayPort adapter. It is recommended that monitors have the native 
resolution (up to 1280x1024) and refresh rate (up to 60 Hz).  
 
Clone Mode Installation Procedure: 
 
 
Expanded Mode Installation Procedure: 
   
 
UltraAV DisplayPort™ to DisplayPort™ Multi-Monitor 
Adapter - Set-Up Instructions
 
Package Contents: 
• DP to 3x DP Monitors Adapter 
• Instructions
 
PC System Requirements: 
•DisplayPort video card and DisplayPort 
monitors** 
•Microsoft® Windows® 7, Windows Vista™ 
(32/64bit), Windows XP   (32/64bit), 
Windows Server 2003/2008 (32/64bit), 
Windows 2000
 
Macintosh System Requirements: 
•DisplayPort video card and DisplayPort 
monitors** (note: mini DisplayPort video card 
requires Mini-DP to DP adapter - not included)  
•Mac® OS X v10.4, Mac OS X v10.5, Leopard 
(32/64bit) 
Step 1: Connect integrated DisplayPort 
(DP) input cable to desktop or notebook
 
graphics card connector.  
Step 2: Connect DisplayPort output 
ports 1, 2 and 3 to up to three 
monitors respectively, according to 
the monitors’ display sequence. 
Step 3: Select monitors’ input
port to DP1. You will either 
see the same image on all 
monitors (clone mode) or a 
single image spread across 
multiple monitors (expanded 
mode). 
 
Step 4: To change the display to 
clone mode, change the output 
resolution on your computer and 
select the horizontal resolution 
equivalent to native resolution (or 
lower) for one (1) of the monitors 
i.e.  1280x1080 (horizontal x 
vertical) 
Step 1: Connect integrated DisplayPort 
(DP) input cable to desktop or notebook
 
graphics card connector.  
Step 2: Connect DisplayPort output 
ports 1, 2 and 3 to up to three 
monitors respectively, according to 
the monitors’ display sequence. 
Step 3: Select monitors’ input
port to DP1. You will either 
see the same image on all 
monitors (clone mode) or a 
single image spread across 
multiple monitors (expanded 
mode). 
 
Step 4: To change the display to 
expanded mode, change the output 
resolution on your computer and 
select the horizontal resolution 
equivalent to three times the native 
horizontal resolution of one monitor 
i.e. 3840x1080 (horizontal x 
vertical). 
  
						

							 1 Select monitors’ input type and resolution in the display setting area for your computer operating system. Please read 
section Changing Display Settings and Frequently Asked Questions for more information.   
 
 
Changing Display Settings:  
After successful installation, you will see the same image on all monitors (clone mode) or a single image spread across 
multiple monitors (expanded mode). To enable clone mode, set your display resolution to match the native resolution for 
one monitor i.e. 1280x1080. To enable expanded mode, set your display resolution three times the native horizontal 
resolution of one monitor i.e. 3840x1080. To change the display setting on Windows OS, simply change the graphics card 
output resolution via the Display Properties page. This can be access by going into the Control Panel, select Display then 
select Settings. Refer to your computer’s owner’s manual or video card owner’s manual for information on changing the 
graphic card output resolution. 
 
Safety Notice:  
This product is for use with Listed computers or ITE equipment. 
 
 
Frequently Asked Questions: 
Question: Computer monitors do not display information after adapter is connected.
 
Cause 1: In addition to the DP output, your computer has another output interface such as DVI or VGA available and it is the 
primary display. DP output is the secondary display and is not enabled. 
Solution: Enable the secondary display.  
Solution: Unplug the other output cable attached to your computer. Make sure that the computer only has the DP output in 
use. 
Cause 2: Your adapter may not be properly connected. 
Solution: Make sure your adapter is properly connected and all connectors are properly fastened. 
Solution: Try reconnecting your monitors and power supply cable. 
 
Question: Desktop display isn’t stretched across multiple monitors.
 
Cause 1: The resolution setting is too low. 
Solution: Change your display setting to a higher resolution such as 3840x1024 pixels or 2400x600 pixels. 
Cause 2: Your computer has two output interfaces available and currently is set in clone mode. In clone mode the highest 
resolution is limited by the ability of the primary display.  
Solution: Set the adapter as primary display. 
Solution: Unplug the other output cable attached to your computer to make sure that only the DisplayPort output is 
available. 
 
Question: The screen image is garbled or unusable on one of the monitors (blank screen, rolling or overlapping screen 
images). 
Cause: This monitor probably supports a different resolution than the other two monitors. 
Solution: Replace the monitor with one that is the same model/resolution as the other monitors. 
Solution: Change to a common resolution that is supported by all three monitors. 
 
Question: What steps are required to use 2 adapters with a dual DP graphics card to get 6 monitors to share a common 
image? 
Solution: PC with graphics card must have two DP outputs. Configure the graphics card in vertical span mode. 
 
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 (M-F 9am-5pm PST). 
 
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. 
 
Warranty:  
Accell DP-DP multi-monitor adapters that are purchased in the U.S.A., are warranted by Accell Corporation to be free of 
defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase.  In the event of such defects, the Accell product 
will be repaired without charge or, at our option, replaced with a new one if delivered to Accell Corporation prepaid, together 
with a copy of the dated sales receipt. This warranty excludes defects due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage, 
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