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USER GUIDE
Thunderbolt
™ 3
Double HDMI
Double DisplayPort
Table of Contents
Section 1 : General Information
General Use Warnings
Safety Warnings
System Requirements
In the Box
Thunderbolt™ 3 mini Dock Diagram
Section 2 : Using the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock
Compatibility
Using the Thunderbolt 3 mini Dock
Configuring Dual Monitors
Supported Resolutions for Dual Monitors
Ethernet
USB
Section 3 : Technical Support and
Warranty Information
Technical Support
Warranty
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1. General Information
Pleaser ead the ThunderboltTM 3 miniDock manual thoroughly and familiarize yourself with
the product before use.
Avoid using the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock in extremely hot and cold environments. A safe
temperature range is between 0°C ~ 70°C (32°F ~ 158°F).
Avoid using the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock in humid environments. Moisture and
condensation can accumulate in the device and cause damage to the electrical
components.
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Keep the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock away from liquids and moisture. Exposure to liquids
can result in damaging the unit, electric shock, and result in a fire hazard.
If your ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock gets wet while it is still off, do not connect it to the
Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C port. In the case of any issue with the device do not attempt to
repair or open the device yourself. Doing so can result in personal injury damage the device
and will void the warranty. If you have any issues please contact CalDigit Technical Support.
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General Use Warnings
Safety Warnings
ThunderboltTM 3 computers
macOS 10.12 Sierra or later
Windows 10 or later
In the Box
A • 1 x CalDigit ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock -Dual HDMI
OR
B •
1 x CalDigit ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock -Dual DisplayPort*
*DisplayPort conversion to another output, such as HDMI or DVI requires an “Active” adapter / cable
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B
DisplayPort
DisplayPort
USB
3.0
HDMI
HDMI
USB
3.0
USB
2.0
2. Using the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock
Plug the tethered ThunderboltTM 3 cable from the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock into your laptop’s
ThunderboltTM 3 port.
Connect your monitor’s HDMI or DisplayPort cables into the HDMI or DisplayPort connectorson
the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock.
Your monitors will be instantly recognized.
Plug your USB and Gigabit Ethernet cables into the appropriate ports on the ThunderboltTM 3
mini Dock.
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Using the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock Dual HDMI or ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock
Dual DisplayPort
Compatibility
Configuring Dual Monitors
Thunderbolt™ 3
mini Dock Dual HDMI
Thunderbolt™ 3
mini Dock Dual DisplayPort
Thunderbolt™ 3 Mac
✓
✓
Thunderbolt™ 3 PC
✓
✓
USB-C Mac
X
X
USB-C PC
X
X
The ThunderboltTM 3 mini Docks are compatible with the following computers.
You can add two external monitors to the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock at up to 4K@60Hz resolution.
The dual monitors can be in both mirrored or extended modes.
Check your OS’s display settings on how to configure dual monitors
NOTE
The Thunderbolt 3 mini Dock supports dual display functionality.
However, the actual resolutions are limited by GPU, OS, Driver and
Firmware. Please refer to the tables below for general information.
Some Windows Thunderbolt 3 systems are limited to one external
monitor support through the Thunderbolt 3 port, please check with the
system manufacturer for more information.
Supported Resolutions for Dual Monitors
Ethernet
USB
The ThunderboltTM 3 mini Docks have a single Gigabit Ethernet port to connect to a Gigabit
Ethernet network. Your computer will connect to whichever network is connected to the
ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock by default. These settings can be changed in the “Network” section
under “System Preferences”. The Ethernet port also supports wake-on-LAN which allows your
computer to wake from standby remotely via the network.
The ThunderboltTM 3 mini Docks USB ports support the following performance levels.
Resolution
Video Display Frequency
Dual Monitor
2K (2560 x 1600)
60 Hz
Yes
Full HD (1920 x 1080p)
60 Hz
Yes
4K
60 Hz
Yes
2K (2560 x 1600)
30 Hz
Yes
Full HD (1920 x 1080p)
30 Hz
Yes
Thunderbolt™ 3
mini Dock Dual HDMI
Thunderbolt™ 3
mini Dock Dual DisplayPort
No. USB Ports
2
1
USB
USB 3.0 (5Gb/s)
USB 2.0 (480Mb/s)
USB 3.0 (5Gb/s)
CalDigit Thunderbolt™ 3 mini Dock Specifications
Package Dimension and Weight
• Height: 0,74 pouces (18,8 mm)
• Width: 4.88 pouces (124 mm)
• Depth: 2,55 pouces (65 mm)
• Cable: 7,87 pouces (200 mm)
Interface
• 1 x Thunderbolt™ 3
• 1 x USB 3.0 (5Gbps)
• 1 x Gigabit Ethernet
Dual DisplayPort
• 2 x DisplayPort 1.2 (4096x2160 60Hz)
Dual HDMI
• 2 x HDMI 2.0 (3840x2160 60Hz)
• 1 x USB 2.0 (480Mb/s)
Power
Bus-Powered
System Requirements
Thunderbolt ™ 3 computers
macOS 10.12 Sierra or later
Windows 10 or later
Environment
0°C ~ 70°C (32°F ~ 158°F)
Specifications and package contents are subject to change without notice.
ThunderboltTM and the ThunderboltTM logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC. All other trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.
Technical Support
If you run into any issues while using your ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock, please contact CalDigit
Technical Support.
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (714) 572-6668
• Website: www.caldigit.com/support.asp
To be eligible for customer support and warranty services, please register your CalDigit product
on our website.
• http://www.caldigit.com/Register/Register.asp
When contacting CalDigit Technical Support, make sure to be at your computer and have the
following information available:
1. Your ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock serial number
2. Operating system and version
3. Computer make and model
4. Devices being used on the ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock
Warranty Information
• The ThunderboltTM 3 mini Dock is covered by a 1-year limited warranty.
• For detailed CalDigit warranty information please visit our website :
http://www.caldigit.com/rma/Limited-Warranty.pdf
Please visit www.caldigit.com for more information on all CalDigit products.
3. Technical Support and Warranty Information