Quick Start Guide¶
Package Contents of QuattroPod USB¶
QuattroPod USB includes the following items: | |
---|---|
1 Standard Receiver | 1 USB Transmitter |
1 Universal Power Adapter (5V/2A) | USB Charger Cable (1 m) |
1 HDMI Cable (1 m) | Quick Start Guide |
Setting Up QuattroPod USB¶
- Connect the receiver to your screen as shown below. Then switch on the receiver:
The following landing page appears on your screen:
Screen Mirroring in Type C Transmitter Mode¶
Windows / macOS in Type C Transmitter Mode¶
Tip
Make sure that your Windows / macOS device supports video transmission via USB-C port DP Alt Mode. If in doubt, please use the Type-A or Streaming Protocol method.
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Remove the USB-A adapter from the transmitter and switch the transmitter to
Type-C
. Connect the transmitter to a USB-C port on your Windows/macOS computer:
Android in Type C Transmitter Mode¶
Tip
Make sure that your Windows / macOS device supports video transmission via USB-C port DP Alt Mode. If in doubt, please use the Type-A or Streaming Protocol method.
- Remove the USB-A adapter from the transmitter and switch the transmitter to
Type-C
. Connect the transmitter to a USB-C port on your Windows/macOS computer:
Screen Mirroring in Type A Transmitter Mode¶
Windows / macOS in Type A Transmitter Mode¶
Tip
Administrator rights are required to install the USB WiFi Cast software under Type-A mode.
- Connect the USB-A adapter to the transmitter and switch the transmitter to
Type-A
. Connect the transmitter to a USB-A port on your Windows/macOS computer. Your screen will mirror automatically:
Software: USB WiFi Cast
- You must install the USB WiFi Cast software. When you connect the transmitter to a Type A port, a CD drive will open. Under macOS, run
USB WiFi Cast
. Under Windows, runUSB Launcher
.
If the USB WiFi Cast software is already installed on your device, your screen will mirror automatically by default. It can also be started manually from your programs menu.
Screen Mirroring in Mobile Mode¶
iOS in Mobile Mode¶
Tip
The transmitter allows you to easily mirror your screen. However, if you prefer to mirror your content without a transmitter, you can use a streaming protocol.
- Connect the USB-A adapter to the transmitter and switch the transmitter to
Mobile
. Connect the transmitter to a USB port (5V/1A) or to the power supply of your Apple device. Then connect your iOS device to the USB port of the transmitter.
- When the following message appears, select
Trust
and when prompted, enter the unit code:
Android in Mobile Mode¶
Tip
The transmitter allows you to easily mirror your screen. However, if you prefer to mirror your content without a transmitter, you can use a streaming protocol. Außerdem können Sie die kostenlose QuattroPod App unter Android nutzen.
You must enable USB debugging once, then connect the transmitter and press the main button.
Enable USB Debugging for Android
In this user guide we will take you step by step through the activation of USB debugging.
- Open the
Settings
. SelectAbout this phone
.
- Now quickly tap
Build number
seven times in succession. After the seventh time, the menu itemDeveloper Options
will be visible as a heading in the settings.
- In the
Developer Options
activate the menu itemUSB Debugging
and confirm by tappingOK
.
- Connect the USB-A adapter to the transmitter and switch the transmitter to
Mobile
. Connect the transmitter to a USB port (5V/1A) or to the power supply of your Android device:
Tip
If a message appears when you connect, select MTP or Transfer Files.
Screen Cast Without transmitter¶
With QuattroPod there are two ways to mirror your screen without a transmitter:
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If you just want to quickly transfer your screen, you can get started right away according to the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) principle by using the built-in screen transfer functionality of your device or streaming protocols. With this option you do not need to download an app at all!
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The free QuattroPod app provides you with an intuitive interface for screen transfer of your Android device.
a) Streaming Protocols¶
All common streaming protocols are supported. Comprehensive instructions according to your desired protocol can be found under the following links:
-
AirPlay for iOS and macOS.
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Google Cast for Google Chrome OS, Windows, Android and Linux.
b) QuattroPod App for Android¶
- On your device, find the SSID that is displayed on the landing page:
Install App¶
Search for the app QuattroPod in the Google Play Store and install it from there:
Connect App to QuattroPod¶
If you have connected the QuattroPod correctly, the following landing page appears on the screen:
Please follow these steps:
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From your Android device, connect to the the SSID displayed on the top left of the screen as shown above. The password is also displayed by default.
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Now open the QuattroPod app on your Android device. The first time you open the app, you must grant the app permission to display over other apps you
re using. Select
OK`.
- Turn on the menu item
Allow Permission
, then press theBack
button on your Android device to return to the app.
- Press
Search Device:
to select the desired QuattroPod.
-
- Select your QuattroPod.
If the app is successfully connected to the receiver the big button on the transmitter lights up red. To transmit your screen, simply press the red main button.
- When the folloing message appears, select
START NOW
.
- During screen casting, the transmitter lights up white and the symbol rotates at the top left.
- If you would like to include audio while casting, bluetooth must be enabled on your device.
Your Android device is now displayed on the screen. To stop transferring, simply press the main button again or close the app.