1. Producte acabatview
The WAVLINK WL-UMD308 is a versatile 7-in-1 USB-C Triple Display Docking Station designed to expand your laptop's connectivity and display capabilities. Featuring a plug-and-play design, this hub allows for easy enhancement of multitasking, supporting high-resolution displays and providing essential ports for peripherals and power delivery.
Figure 1: WAVLINK WL-UMD308 Product Overview with Labeled Ports
Video 1: WAVLINK WL-UMD308 Product Demonstration
2. Guia de configuració
2.1 Contingut del paquet
Figure 2: Product Packaging and Included Quick Care Guide
2.2 Connexió de l'estació d'acoblament
- Connecta't al dispositiu amfitrió: Plug the integrated USB-C cable from the docking station into a full-featured USB-C port on your laptop. Ensure your laptop's USB-C port supports video output and charging for full functionality.
- Lliurament d'energia (opcional): For pass-through charging, connect your laptop's USB-C power adapter to the PD IN port on the docking station. The dock supports up to 100W input, providing up to 95W output to your laptop. (Note: Charger and charging cable are not included.)
Figure 3: Power Delivery Pass-Through Charging
- Connecteu pantalles externes: Connect your monitors to the DisplayPort (DP) and HDMI ports on the docking station using appropriate cables. The dock supports single 8K@60Hz or triple 4K@60Hz displays (under DP1.4+DSC1.2).
- Connecteu els perifèrics USB: Plug your USB devices (e.g., mouse, keyboard, external hard drive, U disk) into the three USB 2.0-A ports. These ports provide a 480Mbps data rate for syncing data.
Figure 4: USB 2.0 Data Syncing
3. Instruccions de funcionament
3.1 Modes de visualització
The docking station supports various display configurations depending on your operating system and graphics card capabilities.
Sistema operatiu Windows:
- Pantalla única: Up to 8K@60Hz via DP or HDMI.
- Pantalla dual: Per example, 4K@120Hz + 4K@60Hz.
- Pantalla triple: Up to 4K@60Hz on all three external displays (DP+HDMI1+HDMI2). This configuration requires DP 1.4 & DSC 1.2 support from your laptop's USB-C port.
Figure 5: Windows Extend and Mirror Display Modes
macOS Operating System:
- Non-Mirror Mode (Extended): Due to OS system limitations, all extended displays on macOS will show the same content (ABBB mode), typically at 4K@60Hz.
- Mode mirall: All external displays will mirror the content of your MacBook screen, typically at 4K@60Hz.
Figure 6: Mac Non-Mirror and Mirror Display Modes
Both Windows and macOS support Rotation Mode and Clamshell Mode.
3.2 Plug & Play Functionality
The docking station is designed for immediate use upon connection, requiring no additional drivers for most compatible devices and operating systems. Simply plug it in, and your connected displays and peripherals should be recognized automatically.
Figure 7: Wide Device and System Compatibility
4. Especificacions
| Característica | Descripció |
|---|---|
| Model | WL-UMD308 |
| Ports (7-in-1) | 1x DisplayPort (8K@60Hz), 2x HDMI (8K@60Hz), 1x PD IN (100W), 3x USB2.0-A (480Mbps) |
| Unit Size (L x W x H) | 11.1 x 5 x 1.5 cm / 4.4 x 2 x 0.6 polzades |
| Longitud del cable | 25 cm / 9.8 polzades |
| Pes de la unitat | 85 g / 3.0 oz |
| Material de l'habitatge | Alumini |
| Color de la closca | Plata |
| Estàndard | USB 3.1 |
| Tipus d'interfície | USB tipus C |
| Certificació | CE |
Figure 8: Detailed Port Layout
Figure 9: Stylish & Compact Design with Dimensions
5. Manteniment
- Neteja: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the docking station. Avoid using liquid cleaners or aerosols.
- Emmagatzematge: Guardeu el dispositiu en un lloc fresc i sec, allunyat de la llum solar directa i de temperatures extremes.
- Manipulació: Avoid dropping or subjecting the device to strong impacts. The durable nylon-braided cable is designed for resilience, but proper handling will extend its lifespan.
- Connectivitat: Assegureu-vos que tots els cables estiguin connectats correctament per evitar problemes intermitents.
6. Solució De Problemes
- Sense sortida de pantalla:
- Ensure your laptop's USB-C port supports video output (DisplayPort Alternate Mode).
- Verify that all display cables are securely connected to both the docking station and the monitors.
- For Windows users, check your display settings to ensure the external monitors are detected and configured correctly (Extend, Duplicate, or Second screen only). If using multiple monitors, your computer's graphics card must support the desired number of displays. You might need to disable the built-in laptop monitor to enable three external displays.
- For macOS users, remember that extended displays will show identical content (ABBB mode) due to OS limitations.
- Sense subministrament/càrrega d'energia:
- Confirm that your laptop's USB-C port supports charging (Power Delivery).
- Ensure your power adapter is connected to the PD IN port on the docking station and is functioning correctly.
- The charger and charging cable are not included with the docking station.
- Els perifèrics USB no funcionen:
- Check if the USB devices are properly plugged into the USB 2.0-A ports.
- If connecting to a phone/tablet, ensure the device supports OTG (On-The-Go) functionality.
- Connectivitat intermitent:
- Ensure the USB-C connection to your laptop is firm and stable.
- Try disconnecting and reconnecting the docking station.
7. Garantia i Suport
WAVLINK products typically come with a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase. For any issues or support, please refer to the contact information provided in your Quick Care Guide or visit the official WAVLINK weblloc.
The product also includes a policy for free returns within 90 days, as well as guarantees for fast delivery, including a $1.00 coupon code if delivery is delayed, a refund if the package is lost, a refund if items are damaged, and a refund if no delivery occurs within 30 days.
8. Consells d'usuari
- Check Host Compatibility: Always confirm that your laptop's USB-C port supports video output (DisplayPort Alt Mode) and Power Delivery for the full functionality of the docking station.
- Rendiment òptim de la pantalla: For the best display experience, especially with triple 4K@60Hz, ensure your laptop's graphics card and USB-C port support DP 1.4 and DSC 1.2.
- Qualitat del cable: Use high-quality HDMI and DisplayPort cables to ensure stable and high-resolution video output.
- Refrigeració: While designed for efficiency, prolonged use with multiple high-resolution displays and charging can generate heat. Ensure adequate ventilation around the docking station.
- Suport HDCP: The dock supports HDCP, making it suitable for protected content like streaming services and Blu-ray playback.
