Simplecom DA306 USB to HDMI Video Adapter

About Product

This USB to HDMI video card adapter transforms a standard USB-A port into an HDMI output capable of resolutions up to Full HD 1080p. It is compatible with both USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports, providing an easy way to connect an additional HDMI display to any PC, especially when other video ports are already in use.

Features

• Compatible with standard USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 ports.
• Supports resolutions up to 1080p (1920x1080).
• Compact and portable design for easy carrying.
• Simple installation with built-in USB drive for driver installation.
• USB powered, requiring no external power supply.
• Durable and stylish aluminum alloy housing.
• HDMI port supports both video and audio output.
• Supports Extended or Mirror display modes.

System Requirements

• Processor: Dual core 1GHz or faster.
• RAM: 2GB minimal.
• Available USB-A port on PC.
• Operating System: Windows 7 or above. (Latest macOS is not supported).

Installation

1. Upon first connection of the adapter to your computer, a new small "USB Drive" will appear under "My Computer" (Windows 7) or "This PC" (Windows 10/11). This drive contains the driver software for the adapter.
2. Open the "USB Drive" and double-click the setup file (MSDisplay_MultiDev.exe) to install the driver software. If any warning windows appear, click "Install".
3. After the driver installation is complete, you MUST restart your PC for the adapter to become effective.
4. To set up extended or mirror display, right-click on your Desktop and select "Display Setting" (Windows 10) or "Screen Resolution" (Windows 7).

FAQ

Is this adapter plug and play?

No, you need to install the driver software from the built-in USB flash drive or download it from the web.

How to install Driver?

When you first plug this adapter into your computer, a new "USB Drive" will appear under "My Computer" (Windows 7) or "This PC" (Windows 10/11), containing the driver software.

Why installation program won't start?

If you encounter issues installing the driver software, try temporarily disabling your anti-virus software and lowering your firewall level before installation. You can re-enable them after installation. Administrator permission is also required for driver installation on Windows.

Screen can't be detected after driver installed?

Ensure you restart your PC after installing the driver. If the issue persists, try uninstalling and then reinstalling the driver.

Does it work with USB 2.0 Port?

Yes, it is compatible with both USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports.

Can it support Windows XP and Vista?

No, this USB to HDMI adapter is designed for Windows 7 and later versions. Older versions like Windows XP and Vista are not supported.

Display Mode Setup (Windows)

To set up Extended or Mirror Mode on Windows:

• Try pressing the WIN + P keys (on Windows 10/11) to access display options.
• If the second screen is not detected, navigate to "Settings -> System -> Display" and attempt to detect the second screen.
• Alternatively, you can right-click on your Desktop and select the appropriate option from the context menu.

Windows 10/11 Display Setting: This typically shows a menu with options like "View", "Sort by", "Refresh", "Paste", "New", "Display settings", and "Personalize".

Windows 7 Screen Resolution: This interface allows you to adjust "Screen resolution" and includes options such as "View", "Sort by", "Refresh", "Paste", "Paste shortcut", "New", "Screen resolution", "Gadgets", and "Personalize". The mouse cursor is shown hovering over the "Screen resolution" option.