HITOFISH SC0418 USB C Laptop Docking Station User Manual
- June 15, 2024
- hitofish
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HITOFISH SC0418 USB C Laptop Docking Station
Product Information
Specifications:
- Supports SST (Single-Stream Transport) and MST (Multi-Stream Transport)
- Resolution: 4K@30Hz for 2 HDMI displays under Mac OS
- Resolution: 1080P@60Hz for HDMI with VGA dual or triple display under Mac OS
- Resolution: 4K@30Hz and 1920X1080P@60Hz for 2 HDMI displays in extended mode (no VGA)
- Resolution: 1920X1080P@60Hz for DP1.4 displays
- USB-C port supports video output
- Supports PD (Power Delivery) charging
Product Usage Instructions
Mac OS:
- This product supports SST (Single-Stream Transport) and MST (Multi-Stream Transport). Note: MacOS does not support MST.
- HDMI resolution will be 1080P@60Hz when dual or triple display with VGA. Note: For Windows laptops, only DP1.4 (AMD Graphics Card) can support triple display at the same time.
- In mirror mode, if only 2 HDMI displays are connected (no VGA), the resolution of monitors will always be consistent with the laptop.
- In extend mode, if only 2 HDMI monitors are connected (no VGA), one resolution can be 4K@30Hz and the other can be 1920X1080P@60Hz.
A. Why is there no video output?
- Please make sure the USB-C port of your devices (Laptop/Tablet) support Video Output.
- Please check if the cable is well connected.
- Please use the standard HDMI cable.
- Windows computers with Intel graphics card only support two external monitors at most.
B. My docking station is not charging my laptop?
- Please check the specifications of your Laptop and identify which port has PD charging functionality if multiple USB-C ports are available.
- Verify if your host system supports PD over USB-C.
- Please note that some old models of computers have USB-C port but do not support charging, only can be powered by their original AC/DC power adapter.
C. Why is there no audio output from HDMI?
- Please make sure your monitor supports Audio output function.
- Please set the external monitor as the default Audio output device.
D. What should I do if the display screen drops after connecting a large
current HDD/SSD?
Please connect your laptop charger/adapter to the USB-C PD charging port of
the product.
E. Can I connect my Macbook SuperDrive to the dock?
No, some devices such as the Macbook SuperDrive look for Macbook-specific
signalling and will not work when connected through any USB hub.
F. Why does the output not reach 4K 60Hz?
- Please make sure your monitor supports 4K 60Hz.
- Please make sure the video source is 4K 60Hz.
- Please make sure to use the 2.0 or higher version HDMI cable.
- Please make sure your computer specification supports DP1.4 signal output.
Product Introduction
This All-in-one Multifunction USB-C hub offers convenient access to multiple devices on your USB-C Laptop/Macbook. The hub is equipped with triple-display video output&. Witrl Dual 4K Uttra HD and VGA display simultaneously {2x HDMI & 1x VGA), it allows you to split up the content to Triple display devices when the system supports the function. Extended 14 interfaces: 2x HDMI, 1x VGA, 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x USB-C PD charging, 1x USB-C data transfer, 3x USB3.0, 2x USB2.0, 1×3.5mm Audio/Mic, 1x TF & 1x SD card reader. Simply plug and play to expand your USB-C Laptop/MacBook’s capabilities.
Structure Diagram
- HDMI 1
- HDMI 2
- USB-A3.0
- USB-C Data (do not support video transfer)
- 3.5mm AudioJMic
- VGA
- RJ45 Ethernet
- SD & TF
- USB-A2.0
- USB-CPD (only support charge)
Feature
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HDMI 1 video output:
- 4Kx2K 60Hz/ 3840X2160 (work separately while source is DP1.4)
- 4Kx2K 30Hz / 3840X2160 (work separately while source is DP1 .2)
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HDMI 2 video output: Up to 4Kx2K 30Hz / 3840×2160 max.
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3x USB-A 3.0
Up to 5Gbfs data spead & maximum power oulput 5V/0.9A. backwards compatible with USB2.0/USB 1.1 -
U5f3..C Data Transfer: Up to 5Gb/s data speed & maximum power output 5V/0.9A
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3.5mm Audio & Microphone (CTIA Standard)
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VGA: Up to 1080P 60Hz
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RJ45 Gigebit Ethernet
Up to 1000Mbps, stable wired access for high-speed connectivity. -
SD/TF card reader
Read: 25-60 MB/s;
Write: 20–40MB1s; Data transfer rates are subject to the speed of the memory card itself and your computer’s USS port. -
2x USB-A 2.0
Up to 480Mbps data speed. Design for the connection of 2.4 GHz wireless devices, such as wireless keyboard/mouse adapters etc. -
USB-C PD Charging Port! Power Delivery (PD3.0): Support 1OOW power input and up to 87W power output for the source devices such as USS.C L.aptop/MacBook. Please make sure your device support power delivery protocol.
Remarks
- This product support SST (Single-Stream Transport)& MST (Multi-Stream Transport). Note: MacOS does not support MST.
- HDMl resolution will be 1080P@60Hz when Dual or Triple display with VGA. Note: For Windows laptops, only DP1.4 (AMD Graphics Card) can support triple display at the same time.
Connection
Graphics Settings
Graphics Settings for window 10
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Clone mode
Right-click desktop >Graphics Settings >Display.
NOTE: The resolution of monitors will be always consistent with the laptop if only mirror 2 HDMI displays (no VGA).
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Extended Desktop(NOT supported by Mac OS)
Right-click desktop >Graphics Settings >Display.
NOTE: In extend mode, if only 2 HDMI monitors are connected (no GVA), one resolution can be 4K@30Hz and the other can be 1920X1080P@60Hz.
Graphics Settings for Mac
NOTE: Either mirror or extend mode, the resolution will be 4K@30Hz if
only display 2 HDMI (no VGA) under Mac OS.
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Mirror Display
Mac OS logo>System Preferences >Displays.
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Extend Display
Mac OS laga>System Preferences >Displays.
FAQ
- A. Why is there no video output?
1. Please make sure the USB-C port of your devices (Laptop/Tablet) support Video Output.
2. Please check if the cable is well connected.
3. Please use the standard HDMI cable.
4. Windows computer with Intel graphics card only supports two external monitors at most.- B. My docking station not charging my laptop?
1. Please check the specifications of your Laptop and identify which port has PD charging functionality if multiple USB-C ports are available.
2. Verify if your host system supports PD over USB-C.
3. Please noted some old models of computers have USB-C port, but do not support charging, only can be powered by its original AC/DC power adapter.- C. Why is there no audio output from HDMI?
1. Please make sure your monitor supports Audio output function.
2. Please set the external monitor as default Audio output device.-
D. What should l do if the display screen drops after connecting a large current HDD/SSD?
Please connect your laptop charger/adapter to the USB-C PD charging port of product. -
E. Can I connect my Macbook SuperDrive to the dock?
No, some devices such as the Macbook SuperDrive look for Macbook-specific signalling and will not work when connected through any USB hub. -
F. Why does the output not reach 4K 60Hz?
1. Please make sure your monitor supports 4K 60Hz.
2. Please make sure the video source is 4K 60Hz.
3. Please make sure to use the 2.0 or higher version HDMI cable.
4. Please make sure your computer specification supports DP1.4 signal output.
Any needs, please e-mail: support@hitofish.com