3 MagicLink Display Receiver User Guide

Magic link Display Receiver Quick Start GuideRev 1.4

Product information is subject to change without prior notice.

Introduction

Wire ConnectionMagicLink provides a cost-effective and easy solution for connecting Windows & Mac to HDMI displays such as monitors, projectors or TV, which is your preferred choice for seamless gaming, video streaming or extending a workstation.

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Wireless ConnectionPlug your MagicLink to Wifi router USB port, so that it can turn into a wireless connection that supports network display standards including EZCast, DLNA, Google Home Mirror, and EZAir (compatible with iOS and macOS). Ongoing firmware upgrades are provided to support the latest operating systems.

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Hardware Installation of Wire Mode

  1. Install MagicLinkConnect the USB port to the laptop and plug the MagicLink cable into an HDMI port on N.
  2. Select sourceSet your N’s source/input selection to the HDMI port connected to the MagicLink cable.
  3. Connect successfullyYour N screen shall display the instructions once MagicLink is connected successfully. Please follow the instructions to complete the setup.

Mirroring of Wire Mode

Mirror for Windows1. Download and install the EZCast Lite application on: http://192.168.203.12. MagicLink will start mirroring after being plugged in. If it doesn’t mirror automatically, please follow the steps:(a) Find the app from the toolbar at the bottom right.(b) Click Search device and select MagicLink-xxxxxxxx.(c) Click Mirror OWOFF to start mirror.

Mirror/ Extend Screen for MacOSClick icon on the top bar and select MagicLink-xxxxxxxx to mirror. Once your Mac is mirroring, you could select “Use As Separate Display” to extend your screen.

Hardware Installation of Wireless Mode

  1. Install MagicLinkConnect the USB port to the router and plug the MagicLink cable into an HDMI port on the TV.Note: MagicLink supports routers only with specific standards. Please check the list below: https://www.ezcast.com/manual/ezcast/magilink
  2. Select sourceSet your TV’s source/input selection to an HDMI port connected to the MagicLink cable.
  3. Connect successfullyYour TV screen shall display the instructions once MagicLink is connected successfully. Please follow the instructions to complete the setup.

How to Mirror

Google HomeYou may download Google Home App from Google Play. Launch the Google Home App, log in with a Google account. Then you may mirror to EZCast using Google Home. Steps: Choose device name: Magiclink-xxxxxxxx > Cast my screen > Cast screenNote: Make sure that EZCastCS and your device are both connected to the same network. Please use 5GHz WiFi, instead of 2.4GHz, which provides a higher-speed connection and better performance for Google Home mirroring.EZAir for IOSScreen mirroring may be done by EZAir on iOS smart devices. Swipe and click Screen Mirroring, and choose MagicLink-xxxxxxxx.Note: Make sure that MagicLink and your device are both connected to the same network.

 

Better Experience Using EZCast App1. Download EZCast appScan QRCode on the TV screen or search “EZCast” on Google Play/App Store.2. Connect to MagicLink

  1. Launch EZCast App and follow the guide to add a device.Note: If the guide doesn’t pop out, click at the upper right and click “+” at the upper left.
  2. Press + and scan the QRCode on your screen.
  3. Make sure the SSID and pictures shown are correct.
  4. Make sure that MagicLink and your device are both connected to the same network.

3. Sign up EZCast accountSign up an EZCast account to save hashtags, create playlists, voice control, and autoplay.

More to Do in EZCast App

While connecting to MagicLink, the functions of the EZCast app, such as EZChannel (support-ing auto-play), web browsing, camera, photo, video, etc. can be mirrored to the TV screen automatically. For details of each function, please see “Features of EZCast App” in the following pages.

For Android (5.0 above)You can also mirror using EZCast app: just click the Mirror icon on the top bar.

Note: For EZCast/ Mirror, it only captures the screen without sound due to limitations in Android. To mirror the sound to your TV, please use Chromecast Mirror instead.

EZCast App Settings                   

Device Name:The change device name of MagicLink.Display:Set display mode to game and video.Resolution:Change output resolution.Language:Change language preference.EZAir Mode (only for iOS):Switch mirroring mode of MagicLink between “mirror only” and “mirror + streaming” for iOS devices.Autoplay:Automatically start video streaming from the Internet once your MagicLink cable is connected to the internet.Upgrade:Connect MagicLink to the home router or laptop in advance, and the latest version of MagicLink firmware shall be downloaded. Please do NOT turn off the internet and the power (router/ laptop) of MagicLink during firmware upgrading.Reset to default:Reset MagicLink to default settings.

Features of EZCast App

EZChannel:Create an EZCast account and bind with MagicLink to enjoy the best experiences.

  1. Discover and personalize your video
  2. Search videos across different media
  3. Auto-play: Automatically start video streaming from the Internet once your MagicLink dongle is connected to the internet.

Video/ Photo/ Music: Stream and playback local media files from devices to MagicLink cable wirelessly.Live Camera: Capture videos from local camera to MagicLink cable.DLNA: Stream multimedia files via DLNA protocol.Cloud Storage: Access data from a Cloud server (Dropbox, Google drive, or etc.).Voice Control: Pair MagicLink with any Google Home/ Assistant/ Amazon Echo Dot, and stream entertainment just by asking. e.g. “Hey Google, ask EZCast to play holiday video.”User manual please refers to the website as below: https://www.ezcast.com/support

Setup for Laptop (Windows/ MacOS)

  1. Download and install EZCast applicationDownload at https://www.ezcast.com/app.
  2. Connect to the same networkMake sure that MagicLink and your laptop are both connected to the same network.
  3. Screen Mirroring/ ExtendClick Mirroring/ Extend in the EZCast application.

Mirror/ Extend Screen for MacOSClick icon on the top bar and select MagicLink-xxxxxxxx to mirror. Once your Mac is mirroring, you could select “Use As Separate Display” to extend your screen.

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FCC STATEMENT

  1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
  • This device may not cause harmful interference.
  • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
  1. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.FCC Radiation Exposure StatementThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body

Product information

Model Magi:Link
Memory DDR 128MB
Interlace USB
Display Output HDMI 1280×720 HDMI 1920×1080
Power DC 5V/1A through USB Port
USB to HDMI support Windows 718110 and above (EZCast App) MacOS 10.10 and above (EZCast App or EZAIr)
Functions(Connect to Router) EZCast. EZAii(lOS screen mirroring). DLNA, Google Home, voice controlIOS 9 and aboveAndroid S and aboveWindows 7/1500 and above MacOS 10.10 and above
Color White
Weight 36.

Learn MoreVeit https://www.EZCast.com for more information.Visit https://www.YouTube.com/EZCast for video tutorials.

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