ACT AC7049 USB-A and USB-C 11-in-1 Docking Station

1. Introduzione

The ACT AC7049 Dual Monitor Docking Station transforms your laptop into a complete workstation. This versatile 11-in-1 docking station allows you to connect up to two Full HD displays (max. 2048 x 1152 resolution) to your laptop via HDMI, using a single USB-C/A cable. It expands your laptop's connectivity with a Gigabit LAN port, microphone and headphone jacks, and six additional USB ports. Featuring DisplayLink® technology, it ensures advanced screen display on both MacOS and Windows computers.

2. Funzioni chjave

• Supportu Dual Monitor: Connect up to two external displays with HDMI ports, supporting resolutions up to 2048x1152@60Hz.
• Compatibilità Universale: Works with laptops featuring a USB-C or USB-A 3.2 Gen1 (USB 3.0) port, compatible with MacOS and Windows thanks to DisplayLink technology.
• Connettività estensiva: Includes 2x HDMI, 1x Gigabit Ethernet, 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one with fast charging), 4x USB-A 2.0, and 3.5mm audio jacks for microphone and headphones.
• Placement flexible: Designed for both vertical and horizontal placement to optimize desk space and port accessibility.
• Portu di Ricarica USB: Dedicated USB port for charging smartphones and tablets.

3. Cuntenutu di u pacchettu

Verificate u pacchettu per i seguenti elementi:

• ACT AC7049 Docking Station
• USB-C/A 3.2 Gen1 Connection Cable (USB-A to USB-C)
• Adattatore di putenza
• Stand verticale

Image: The ACT AC7049 Docking Station shown with its included USB-A to USB-C connection cable and power adapter, highlighting the components provided in the package.

4. Setup Guide

4.1. Cunnessione di l'adattatore di alimentazione

1. Connect the power adapter to the DC 5V input port on the back of the AC7049 docking station.
2. Plug the power adapter into a wall outlet. The docking station will power on.

4.2. Cunnessione à u vostru urdinatore purtatile

1. Use the provided USB-C/A 3.2 Gen1 connection cable. Connect the USB-B end to the corresponding port on the docking station.
2. Connect the other end (USB-A or USB-C, depending on your laptop's port) to an available USB 3.2 Gen1 (USB 3.0) or USB-C port on your laptop.

4.3. Driver Installation (DisplayLink)

The AC7049 utilizes DisplayLink technology for extended monitor functionality. Drivers are typically installed automatically on most operating systems. If not, please follow these steps:

1. Visitate u DisplayLink ufficiale websitu (www.displaylink.com/downloads) to download the latest drivers for your operating system (Windows or MacOS).
2. Install the downloaded driver package and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Riavvia u vostru urdinatore s'ellu hè dumandatu.

Image: The official DisplayLink 'Plug and Display' logo, indicating the technology used for multi-monitor support.

5. Operating Instructions

5.1. Connecting External Displays

1. Connect your HDMI monitors to the two HDMI ports on the back of the docking station.
2. Once connected, your operating system should detect the new displays. You can configure display settings (extend, mirror, primary display) through your computer's display settings.

Image: A visual representation of the docking station enabling both 'Mirror your content' and 'Extend your content' display modes across a laptop and two external monitors.

5.2. Connecting USB Peripherals

• Porti USB frontali: Two USB-A 3.2 Gen1 ports (one with fast charging capability) are located on the front for easy access to frequently used devices like USB drives, smartphones, or tablets.
• Rear USB Ports: Four USB-A 2.0 ports are located on the back for connecting peripherals such as keyboards, mice, printers, or other less frequently connected devices.

5.3. Connection Network

Connect an Ethernet cable from your router or network switch to the Gigabit Ethernet port on the docking station. Your laptop will automatically gain wired network access.

5.4. Cunnessioni Audio

Connect your headphones and/or microphone to the dedicated 3.5mm audio jacks on the front of the docking station.

Image: An isometric diagram showcasing the comprehensive connectivity of the ACT AC7049, demonstrating how a laptop, two monitors, a keyboard, mouse, network cable, headphones, and a smartphone can all be connected simultaneously.

6. Opzioni di piazzamentu

The ACT AC7049 docking station offers flexible placement options to suit your workspace:

• Piazzamentu verticale: Use the included stand to position the docking station vertically. This saves desk space and provides easy access to all ports.
• Posizionamentu horizontale: The docking station can also be placed horizontally if preferred.

Image: The ACT AC7049 Docking Station positioned vertically on its stand, highlighting its compact design and accessible ports.

7. Mantenimentu

To ensure optimal performance and longevity of your ACT AC7049 Docking Station, follow these maintenance guidelines:

• Pulizia: Aduprate un pannu dolce è asciuttu per pulisce l'esternu di a stazione di docking. Evitate l'usu di detergenti liquidi o aerosol, postu chì puderanu dannighjà u dispusitivu.
• Ventilazione: Assicuratevi chì a stazione di docking sia piazzata in un locu ben ventilatu per impedisce u surriscaldamentu. Ùn bluccate micca alcuna apertura di ventilazione.
• Conservazione: Quandu ùn hè micca aduprata per periodi prolungati, cunservate a stazione di docking in un locu frescu è asciuttu, luntanu da a luce diretta di u sole è da temperature estreme.
• Gestione di Cable: Mantene i cavi urganizati è senza pieghe o piegature eccessive per impedisce danni à i cavi è à i porti.

8. Risoluzione di prublemi

If you encounter issues with your ACT AC7049 Docking Station, please refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:

• Nisuna uscita di visualizazione:
  • Ensure the docking station is powered on and correctly connected to your laptop.
  • Verify that the HDMI cables are securely connected to both the docking station and the monitors.
  • Check your laptop's display settings to ensure the external monitors are detected and configured correctly (e.g., extended or mirrored).
  • Reinstall or update the DisplayLink drivers from www.displaylink.com/downloads.
  • Pruvate à cunnette un monitor à a volta per isolà u prublema.
• Dispositivi USB chì ùn funzionanu micca:
  • Assicuratevi chì a stazione di docking sia cunnessa currettamente à u vostru laptop è alimentata.
  • Pruvate à cunnette u dispusitivu USB direttamente à u vostru laptop per cunfirmà ch'ellu funziona.
  • Connect the USB device to a different USB port on the docking station.
  • Riavvia u vostru laptop.
• Nisuna cunnessione di rete:
  • Verify the Ethernet cable is securely connected to both the docking station and your router/switch.
  • Verificate i paràmetri di rete di u vostru laptop per assicurà chì a cunnessione cablata sia attivata.
  • Pruvate u cavu Ethernet cù un altru dispositivu se pussibule.
• L'audio ùn funziona micca:
  • Ensure headphones/microphone are fully plugged into the correct 3.5mm jacks.
  • Check your laptop's sound settings to ensure the docking station's audio output/input is selected as the default device.

9. Specificazioni

10. Garanzia è Support

ACT products are designed for reliability and adhere to international standards and EU legislation. The ACT AC7049 Docking Station comes with a manufacturer's warranty, typically ranging from 2 to 5 years. For specific warranty details and support, please refer to the official ACT websitu o cuntattate u vostru rivenditore.

For technical support or further inquiries, please visit the official ACT connectivity websitu: www.act-connectivity.com