Mac laptops running macOS 12 Monterey or newer can be used in one of two ways when used in conjunction with a DisplayLink-based product. Experimental support for color adjustment via the 3rd-party utility f.lux is available when using DisplayLink Manager version 1.8.0*** Please note - This feature is experimental, and may not always work as expected. If things do not work as expected after enabling this option, please disable the option. *** HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is not supported on Silicon Motion controlled displays

In some cases, when DisplayLink-based products are used with a Mac running macOS 12 Monterey the audio signal may not be heard when switching to the DisplayLink-based device. When using a DisplayLink-based product based on the DL-3xxx, DL-5xxx, or DL-6xxx chipsets, as of today the level of support for color adjustment is as follows: Operating System In some cases updating either the driver for the system's internal GPU or updating Windows itself (when Microsoft provides such updates) can help, however that is unfortunately not always the case.This disables HDCP system-wide because there is no differentiation within macOS for the DisplayLink controlled external displays from the displays controlled by the internal graphics controller: the built-in LCD, or directly connected display(s). Working around HDCP limitations: Uninstall any and all software with 'DisplayLink' in the title that is present from within the Control Panel Programs and Features (Apps and Features in Windows 10). Don't worry if these entries are not present or if the process does not work for any reason, just move onto the next step USB ports are found on a variety of devices these days, from computers and laptops to printers and gaming consoles. HDMI ports are also found on a variety of devices, such as TVs, projectors, and gaming consoles. So what happens when you want to connect a device that has a USB port to a device that has an HDMI port? You need a USB to HDMI converter! Plugable recommends using our DisplayLink-based products with Chromebooks that have an Intel central processing unit (CPU) or an AMD CPU. Chromebooks with ARM CPUs are not recommended due to ARM CPU performance limitations. If you encounter an error where the DisplayLink Manager App is running and you cannot close it please continue with 4B-4E below:

Within the ‘Home’ tab of the DisplayLink Manager Application, there are several items listed. The items listed will vary depending upon which version of the DisplayLink Manager Application that is installed and the type of processor within the host Mac (Intel processor or Apple processor). The exception to the above is for systems with two or more active graphics controllers, for example a laptop computer may have an Intel Graphics Controller built into the processor, as well as an NVIDIA Graphics Controller with the operating system automatically switching between the two graphics controllers based on the applications running on the computer. These systems require a delicate balance between the graphics drivers for the primary and secondary graphics controllers, Windows version, and the DisplayLink software. Determining your computer's graphics controller Now your driver has been updated by Windows successfully. Don’t forget to restart your computer for the changes to take effect even if you’re not asked to.

If you’re looking for the latest driver for your USB to HDMI adapter, this post is written for you! Just follow this tutorial and update the driver with your own hands! How can I update my USB to HDMI driver? There are many different ways to convert a USB to HDMI. In this section, we will discuss how to convert a USB to HDMI. This method includes using an HDMI adapter. USB to HDMI adapter This is of course an optional feature, and is not required to use DisplayLink devices. However, this option is useful in certain situations, such as when only DisplayLink-connected displays are connected to the host Mac. Automatic startup

Plugable recommends that a Chromebook have ChromeOS version 100 or later installed. Earlier versions of ChromeOS are not officially supported. Only the 'Stable' release channel of ChromeOS is supported. The 'Beta', 'Dev', or 'Canary' release channels of ChromeOS are not supported. Apple’s move to USB-C and Thunderbolt on its computers and some iPads is a welcome change. It opens up a world of accessories not limited to the “MFi” program that any accessory with a Lightning plug must pay to join. If have installed a previous version of the DisplayLink driver, please uninstall it and then reboot your system before proceeding. Change the video format to YU12 or YV12 (OBS on Raspberry Pi does not support MJPEG at this stage). Most Chromebooks meet the minimum hardware specifications we recommend for use with products based on the DL-3900 chipset.

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Examples of Plugable products based on DisplayLink technology are the UD-3900, UD-6950Z, or USBC-6950U. Any Plugable product based on DisplayLink technology will have a 'DisplayLink' logo printed somewhere on the product. If a Plugable product does not have this logo, then it does not use DisplayLink technology. Google exercises complete control over ChromeOS. As a result of this control, there can be cases where a ChromeOS update could cause unexpected behavior of a Plugable DisplayLink-based device. When DisplayLink devices are used in conjunction with Apple Mac systems that have an Intel processor, a list of all the DisplayLink-connected displays will appear within this section. Windows, Mac, or ChromeOS—This HDMI adapter for monitors is compatible with Windows 10/Windows 11—more adapters can be added to connect up to 8 monitors. On macOS 10.14 or later, more adapters can be added to connect up to 4 monitors. On ChromeOS can connect up to 2 monitors. Driver installation is required

A. This functionality is in 'beta' status, as the label suggests. As a result, there may be cases where things may not work as expected when this option is enabled. This is of course an optional feature, and is not required to use DisplayLink devices. However, this option is useful in certain situations, such as when only DisplayLink-connected displays are connected to the host Mac. Automatic app startup There are many different types of USB to HDMI adapters on the market. Some of the most popular types of USB to HDMI adapters are: Computer Gaming: most 2D and 3D games require hardware graphics acceleration which is not supported by the Silicon Motion Graphics software, games may not launch correctly with the graphics adapter connected to the computer The second way is with the laptop lid closed, with the laptop's built-in internal display disabled. This is known as closed display mode or 'clamshell' mode.

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In some cases, the wired Ethernet network adapter within a Plugable DisplayLink-based product may perform at a lower than expected level of performance when used with a Chromebook as compared to when the same device is used with a Windows or Mac computer. It is also a good idea to make sure that your sound device is turned on, and that the device's volume control is not at the absolute minimum setting