USB 3.0 to HDMI and DVI Dual Monitor External Video Card Adapter
Connect an HDMI® and DVI-I-equipped display through a USB 3.0 port, for a 1080p HD external multi-monitor solution
Product ID: USB32HDDVII
- SuperSpeed USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) Interface, backward compatible with USB 2.0
- Supports resolutions up to 1920x1080p (Full HD) and 2048x1152
- Quick, easy installation
- Dual Head design supports both HDMI® and DVI-I simultaneously (DVI to VGA adapter included for VGA monitors)
- USB-powered - No external power adapter required
- Choose between Mirrored, Extended or Primary display configurations
- Driver software supports display rotation
- Supports the Windows® Aero interface
- Supports 5.1 channel surround sound audio (HDMI only)
- Supports the use of multiple USB32HDDVII adapters on a single system (up to 3), for up to 6 additional monitors
Overview
The USB32HDDVII USB 3.0 to HDMI® and DVI-I Dual Head Adapter turns an available USB 3.0 port into one DVI-I or VGA port (DVI to VGA adapter included) and one HDMI® output, with support for high-definition 1080p and 1920x1200 video and 5.1 surround sound audio (from HDMI® port only). Each display can simultaneously support the maximum resolution of 2048x1152 @ 60Hz.
The adapter delivers a convenient external video solution that makes it easy to add multi-monitor capability to a USB enabled desktop or laptop computer (optimal performance from USB 3.0, backward compatible with USB 2.0).
Leveraging the high-bandwidth (5 Gbps) SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface, the USB video adapter functions as a convenient external graphics card that eliminates having to open the computer case for video card installation. The adapter delivers smooth, high definition content to multiple displays and can be used to mirror your primary desktop, showing the same image on each display, or to extend your desktop onto a second or third monitor to double or triple your workspace and increase your productivity.
The USB 3.0 HDMI® and DVI-I Adapter is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and includes free lifetime technical support.
The StarTech.com Advantage
- With two video output ports, the dual head design of the adapter offers a compact multi-monitor solution across both HDMI® and DVI technology
- SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to HDMI/DVI conversion delivers improved bandwidth compared to a USB 2.0 connection for smoother high-definition video content
- The adapter is installed externally, through USB, which enables you to add graphics capability to your system without opening the case or voiding system warranties
Applications
Add a secondary HDMI and or DVI display and extend your desktop without taking apart your computer to install a new video card
Add multi-monitor capability to a single computer, to create engaging multimedia presentations
Use the adapter to connect your PC to your HDMI-equipped HDTV for viewing family pictures and movies
Great for researchers and writers offering the ability to have reference material on one display and a working document copy on the other
Increase productivity by running multiple applications on different screens - check your email on one display and search the web on the other
View large or multiple spreadsheets across multiple displays
A compact, lightweight solution for traveling business associates using laptop PCs, enabling connection to a secondary display/projector
Technical Specifications
| Product Numbers | ||
|---|---|---|
| ALSO Denmark | 000000000002764289 | |
| Ingram DK | V932089 | |
| UPC Code | 065030847667 | |
| Warranty Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years | |
| Hardware | ||
| Audio | Yes | |
| AV Input | USB 3.0 | |
| AV Output | DVI | |
| HDMI | ||
| Chipset ID | DisplayLInk - DL-3900 | |
| Industry Standards | Standard HDMI®, DVI-I, SuperSpeed USB 3.0, USB 2.0 | |
| Memory | 1 GB DDR2 | |
| USB Pass-Through | No | |
| Performance | ||
| Audio Specifications | 5.1-Channel Surround (48Khz) | |
| General Specifications | This USB video adapter uses a DisplayLink family chipset. If you’re connecting this device to a computer along with additional USB video adapters or docking stations, please avoid using devices with a Trigger or Fresco family chipset. | |
| Each display can simultaneously support the maximum resolution of 2048x1152 @ 60Hz | ||
| Maximum Digital Resolutions | 2048x1152 @ 60Hz | |
| Note | If using OS X 10.8, Apple update 10.8.3 must be installed before installing DisplayLink software. 10.8.3 fixes several serious OS X bugs exposed when DisplayLink software is installed. | |
| Supported Resolutions | Widescreen(16/32 bit): 2048x1152, 1920x1200, 1920x1080, 1680x1050, 1600x900, 1440x900, 1368x768, 1366x768, 1360x768, 1280x800, 1280x768, 1280x720, 1024x600, 848x480, 800x480, 720X480 Standard(16/32 bit): 1600x1200, 1400x1050, 1280x1024, 1280x960, 1152x870, 1152x864, 1024x768, 832x624, 800x600, 768X567, 640X480 |
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| Wide Screen Supported | Yes | |
| Connector(s) | ||
| Connector A | 1 - USB Type-B (9 pin) USB 3.0 Male Input | |
| Connector B | 1 - DVI-I (29 pin) Female Output | |
| 1 - HDMI (19 pin) Female Output | ||
| Software | ||
| OS Compatibility | Windows® 2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 MacOS® 10.6 to 10.13.3 Ubuntu 14.04, 16.04 Chrome OS v55+ |
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| Special Notes / Requirements | ||
| Note | Connect a maximum of three USB32HDDVII adapters on a single PC - See manual for system requirements | |
| Extended displays are currently only supported with DisplayLink-based products on macOS 10.11 to 10.13.3. This may change in future versions. | ||
| System and Cable Requirements | Office Application: CPU: i3 Dual core 2.8GHz RAM: 2GB or higher Full HD Video: CPU: Quad Core 2.4GHz or Higher (i5 recommended) RAM: 4GB or higher |
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| Not intended for gaming | ||
| Power | ||
| Power Source | USB-Powered | |
| Environmental | ||
| Humidity | 20°C to 80°C (68°F to 176°F) | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 95°F) | |
| Storage Temperature | -5°C to 40°C (23°F to 104°F) | |
| Physical Characteristics | ||
| Cable Length | 160 mm [6.3 in] | |
| Color | Black | |
| Enclosure Type | Plastic | |
| Product Height | 19 mm [0.7 in] | |
| Product Length | 73 mm [2.9 in] | |
| Product Weight | 42 g [1.5 oz] | |
| Product Width | 50 mm [2 in] | |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 240 g [8.5 oz] | |
| What's in the Box | ||
| Included in Package | 1 - USB 3.0 to HDMI®/DVI-I Graphics Adapter | |
| 1 - DVI to VGA Adapter | ||
| 1 - USB 3.0 Cable (40.5 inches) | ||
| 1 - Driver CD | ||
| 1 - Installation guide | ||
Compatibility
MacOS® 10.6 to 10.13.3
Ubuntu 14.04, 16.04
Chrome OS v55+
Certifications
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Product Support
Drivers & Downloads
Driver(s):
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[DisplayLink] Windows USB Display Adapter.zip
Version: 8.5 M1 - Windows-Release-Notes.txt
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[DisplayLink] Mac USB Display Adapter.zip
Version: 4.1
10.6 to 10.13.3 - Mac-release-notes.txt
- ReadMe_For_Mac_10.13.4+.txt
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[DisplayLink]_Ubuntu_USB_Display_Adapter.zip
Version: 1.4.210 - Ubuntu-release-notes.txt
Manual(s):
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USB32HDDVII.pdf
English
Compliance Letter(s):
Data Sheet(s)
- USB32HDDVII_Datasheet-EN-EU.pdf
English
Frequently Asked Questions
Before You Buy
You may have heard of USB video adapters, and have been wondering what they are, and whether or not they will work in your setup.
USB video adapters are devices that take one USB port and go to one or many video connections, such as VGA, DVI, HDMI or DisplayPort. This is useful if you would like to add an additional display to your computer setup, but are out of video connections on your computer.
USB video adapters allow you to mirror or duplicate your display, so the same windows are shown on all of your displays, or extend your desktop, so that you can have different windows on each display.
So what do you need to know before you purchase a USB video adapter?
- USB video adapters require the computer to have a free USB port.
- Check which video connections your display has, and select the appropriate USB video adapter.
- Ensure that the USB video adapter is compatible with your operating system.
- USB video adapters require your video card to be able to handle an additional display. This is because USB video adapters work with your onboard or dedicated video card to drive additional displays. For this reason you are advised to confirm this with your video card manufacturer.
- Consider what you will be doing on the additional display. If you are looking to perform less graphically intensive activities like using Microsoft Office, email, or basic web surfing, you can use any USB video adapter. If you are looking to perform more graphically intensive activities like high end photo or video editing, you want a USB video adapter with dedicated memory.
There are a few other important things to note:
- When using multiple USB video adapters on the same computer, they need to use the same chipset family. For example, MCT/Trigger, DisplayLink or Fresco. Note: How many adapters you can use depends on the SKU.
- You may not be able to use a USB video adapter with an All-In-One computer. These computers are almost always hardwired to only accept a single display.
- You may not be able to use a USB video adapter with a touchscreen computer or display. A mixture of touchscreen and non-touchscreen devices can conflict with the video card.
- You should not use a USB video adapter to play video games. They are not designed for use with video games, and their performance with them is poor at best.
Whether this device works with the Chrome OS™ operating system or not depends on the version of the Chrome OS operating system that you’re running and the model of the Chromebook™ notebook computer that you’re using.
Existing DisplayLink® enabled USB 3.0 products natively support Chrome OS build version R55 and later, but not all Chromebook notebook computers running build version R55 and later natively support DisplayLink. Support for DisplayLink is being rolled out to Chromebook notebook computers in a series of releases. To see the build version of the Chrome OS operating system that supports DisplayLink and corresponds to the model of the Chromebook notebook that you’re using, view the following knowledge base article on the DisplayLink website: http://support.displaylink.com/knowledgebase/articles/891030.
You can use an external display or projector with a Mac notebook while its built-in display is closed. This is known as "clamshell" or "closed display" mode.
Clamshell mode requires that the following devices are connected to the Mac notebook:
- A power adapter.
- An external keyboard, mouse, or trackpad.
- An external display.
macOS does not see DisplayLink displays as external displays, therefore this criteria is not met and clamshell mode cannot be enabled when a DisplayLink adapter is the only external display connected to the computer.
