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Plug and Play Mobile Device Compatible Wireless Presentation Device | InstaShow™ S WDC20

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Does touch back support multiple Windows-based PCs simultaneously?
Touch back works in split screen. However, only one PC can be controlled with touch back at any given time. The touch back function only works with the selected split screen.
How can I tell which laptop is controlled by my USB mouse?
When connecting a USB mouse to the Host, the whole screen can be controlled. That USB mouse can control the selected split screen.
How do I control my presentation with the InstaShow S?
To control your presentation with the InstaShow S, please refer to the following tutorial video:
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Can I use "Touch Back" on an interactive flat panel?

You can use "Touch Back" on an interactive flat panel under 2 circumstances:

 

1) The touch panel of the interactive panel works (USB HID required)

2) Connect Host to the interactive panel with a USB wire (USB Touch port on the interactive panel)


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Can I use "Touch Back" when a touch-sensor is attached to my projector?

You can use "Touch Back" if both your projecor and touch-sensor support USB HID. Connect your projector to Host with a USB wire.


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Can I use InstaShow/InstaShow S for 10-12 hours per day?


Yes, you can.


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Can my mobile access the internet when connected to Host?

Make sure Host is connected to the ethernet if you want to have your mobile connect to the internet.


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Does BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Mac extended mode?



Yes. BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Mac extended mode.
 


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How to adjust the resolution of Windows laptop that is changed when connected with InstaShow?
Please select "Display" and adjust "Scaling" on the graphics card to adjust the resolution.
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How to change the sound coming from a laptop to the projector’s speakers while playing video through the InstaShow/InstaShow S on a projector?




Please adjust the setting of laptop audio to "HDMI output". Windows OS will record your previous audio output as default. Thus, you only need to re-appoint it to "HDMI output".
 


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Is a periodical restart of InstaShow necessary? Will the transmission quality between Host and Button be affected if a periodical restart is not performed?

Yes, a periodical restart of InstaShow is required. After 24 hours of usage, please power the InstaShow off for 30 minutes then restart. This will ensure stability and the best transmission quality between the Host and Button.


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Is InstaShow/InstaShow S compliant with HDCP?

Yes, InstaShow/InstaShow S is compliant with HDCP. When HDCP content is shared with InstaShow/InstaShow S, the HDCP content will be shown on the HDMI-compliant digital displays.


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What is the maximum length of HDMI cable to use on InstaShow ?

It is suggested to use a HDMI cable with maximum length of 3 meters on InstaShow/InstaShow S.


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What is the maximum workable distance between the button and the Host?

The maximum workable distance is listed below: 

WDC10 series: 8 meters

WDC20 series: 15 meters

WDC30 series: 30 meters

VS20: 20 meters


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What is the minimum internet connection bandwidth required for a smooth connection between the Host and the Button?

Wi-Fi Traffic Test in Web Management is designed to help you check your internet speed. We recommend at least 15Mbps for 1080p 60Hz content.


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When will the Host enter network standby mode?
Will the performance of InstaShow/InstaShow S be impacted if my PC is outdated?

No. InstaShow/InstaShow S does not use any software or share PC's CPU resource. Therefore, InstaShow/InstaShow S performs well regardless of the performance of your PC.


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Specification

What is the default RX output resolution?
The default RX output resolution is 1080p@ 60Hz.
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Can I use custom images for the splash screen?
Yes, the splash screen can be customized.
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Can I hide Host's SSID on the screen?

Yes, you can hide Host's SSID on the screen. Please refer to User Manual for more info.


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Does BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Windows extended mode?

Yes, BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S supports Windows extended mode.


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Does InstaShow/InstaShow S support 3D content?

No, InstaShow/InstaShow S does not support 3D content.


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InstaShow has an outstanding Video/Presentation Mode. Does InstaShow S also have this feature?


Embedded with "Auto Switch," InstaShow S detects and changes to either Video or Presentation Mode automatically. There's no need to switch from mode to mode for InstaShow S.


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On "Split Screen" mode, if there are more than one participants doing video mirror, can all the other split screens play video and audio?


The last one to cast takes charge of the major screen. Only the major screen can cast video and audio. The other three can only cast images.


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On InstaShow, which file formats can be used for uploading images as custom backgrounds for the guide screen and for display in idle mode (as a screensaver)?



Images should be JPEG, PNG, or GIF. For best results, we recommend an image resolution of 1920 x 1080, but the maximum acceptable resolution for custom background images is 3840 x 2160.


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Further Query

What is the default RX output resolution?
The default RX output resolution is 1080p@ 60Hz.
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Can I use custom images for the splash screen?
Yes, the splash screen can be customized.
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Can I hide Host's SSID on the screen?

Yes, you can hide Host's SSID on the screen. Please refer to User Manual for more info.


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Does BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Windows extended mode?

Yes, BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S supports Windows extended mode.


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Does InstaShow/InstaShow S support 3D content?

No, InstaShow/InstaShow S does not support 3D content.


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InstaShow has an outstanding Video/Presentation Mode. Does InstaShow S also have this feature?


Embedded with "Auto Switch," InstaShow S detects and changes to either Video or Presentation Mode automatically. There's no need to switch from mode to mode for InstaShow S.


Learn more
On "Split Screen" mode, if there are more than one participants doing video mirror, can all the other split screens play video and audio?


The last one to cast takes charge of the major screen. Only the major screen can cast video and audio. The other three can only cast images.


Learn more
On InstaShow, which file formats can be used for uploading images as custom backgrounds for the guide screen and for display in idle mode (as a screensaver)?



Images should be JPEG, PNG, or GIF. For best results, we recommend an image resolution of 1920 x 1080, but the maximum acceptable resolution for custom background images is 3840 x 2160.


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Touch gestures are not correctly presented on my display. How can I fix this issue?
You can fix this problem via the Screen Scale setting in Web Management. To adjust Screen Scale settings, please click the Adjustment button, then use the toggle buttons to scale the video to fit the screen.
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Why does Wi-Fi connection speed drop significantly during tests when mirroring?

This is normal due to the processing required by mirroring and the bandwidth it occupies having an impact on Wi-Fi connection speeds. To accurately gauge your wireless network speed, please do not speed test while mirroring. 


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When connecting the Button with a MacBook, a keyboard icon pops up. Is there any way to avoid this?

It is unavoidable for Macbook to identify the button as a new keyboard. It is due to that the button can work as a HID device.


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How to change the resolution of Macbook when connected with InstaShow?


The changes are related to Macbook design. The resolution can be defined by changing the display setting of the Macbook:
(1) When "Default Retina Display" is selected, it will follow Macbook native resolution.
(2) When "BenQ InstaShow" is selected, it follows the native resolution of the connected display.


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How can I make the idle screen or guide screen stay displayed?


Please disable network standby mode, then the idle screen or guide screen will stay displayed. You can disable network standby model from web management > Advance Setting.


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The button is unstable or not waking up if the laptop goes into sleep mode. How could I do to fix it?
The problem is related to the fact that in the battery plan, most of the laptop components deactivate when not used for a certain time. Please follow below steps to fix this problem.
(1) Adjust the power plan so that the USB does not deactivate while running on battery
(2) Unplug and plug TX
When connecting the Button with a MacBook, a keyboard icon pops up. Is there any way to avoid this?

It is unavoidable for a Macbook to identify the button as a new keyboard. This is because the button can work as an HID device.


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Does touch back support multiple Windows-based PCs simultaneously?
Touch back works in split screen. However, only one PC can be controlled with touch back at any given time. The touch back function only works with the selected split screen.
How can I tell which laptop is controlled by my USB mouse?
When connecting a USB mouse to the Host, the whole screen can be controlled. That USB mouse can control the selected split screen.
How do I control my presentation with the InstaShow S?
To control your presentation with the InstaShow S, please refer to the following tutorial video:
Learn more
Can I use "Touch Back" on an interactive flat panel?

You can use "Touch Back" on an interactive flat panel under 2 circumstances:

 

1) The touch panel of the interactive panel works (USB HID required)

2) Connect Host to the interactive panel with a USB wire (USB Touch port on the interactive panel)


Learn more
Can I use "Touch Back" when a touch-sensor is attached to my projector?

You can use "Touch Back" if both your projecor and touch-sensor support USB HID. Connect your projector to Host with a USB wire.


Learn more
Can I use InstaShow/InstaShow S for 10-12 hours per day?


Yes, you can.


Learn more
Can my mobile access the internet when connected to Host?

Make sure Host is connected to the ethernet if you want to have your mobile connect to the internet.


Learn more
Does BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Mac extended mode?



Yes. BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Mac extended mode.
 


Learn more
How to adjust the resolution of Windows laptop that is changed when connected with InstaShow?
Please select "Display" and adjust "Scaling" on the graphics card to adjust the resolution.
Learn more
How to change the sound coming from a laptop to the projector’s speakers while playing video through the InstaShow/InstaShow S on a projector?




Please adjust the setting of laptop audio to "HDMI output". Windows OS will record your previous audio output as default. Thus, you only need to re-appoint it to "HDMI output".
 


Learn more
Is a periodical restart of InstaShow necessary? Will the transmission quality between Host and Button be affected if a periodical restart is not performed?

Yes, a periodical restart of InstaShow is required. After 24 hours of usage, please power the InstaShow off for 30 minutes then restart. This will ensure stability and the best transmission quality between the Host and Button.


Learn more
Is InstaShow/InstaShow S compliant with HDCP?

Yes, InstaShow/InstaShow S is compliant with HDCP. When HDCP content is shared with InstaShow/InstaShow S, the HDCP content will be shown on the HDMI-compliant digital displays.


Learn more
What is the maximum length of HDMI cable to use on InstaShow ?

It is suggested to use a HDMI cable with maximum length of 3 meters on InstaShow/InstaShow S.


Learn more
What is the maximum workable distance between the button and the Host?

The maximum workable distance is listed below: 

WDC10 series: 8 meters

WDC20 series: 15 meters

WDC30 series: 30 meters

VS20: 20 meters


Learn more
What is the minimum internet connection bandwidth required for a smooth connection between the Host and the Button?

Wi-Fi Traffic Test in Web Management is designed to help you check your internet speed. We recommend at least 15Mbps for 1080p 60Hz content.


Learn more
When will the Host enter network standby mode?
Will the performance of InstaShow/InstaShow S be impacted if my PC is outdated?

No. InstaShow/InstaShow S does not use any software or share PC's CPU resource. Therefore, InstaShow/InstaShow S performs well regardless of the performance of your PC.


Learn more