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WDC20 InstaShow S for Wireless Presentation & Collaboration
Instant Screen Mirroring and Collaboration
Application
How to turn on "Split Screen," one of the key features of InstaShow S (WDC20)?
There's 2 ways to turn on "Split Screen" :
1) Press the "Split Screen Key" on WDC20 Button.
2) Click "Split Screen" on the InstaShare app.
1) Press the "Split Screen Key" on WDC20 Button.
2) Click "Split Screen" on the InstaShare app.
Is "Touch Back" compatible with Mac OS as well as Windows?
1) "Touch Back" supports multi-touch on Windows only. BenQ recommends using "Touch Back" on Powerpoint (Windows).
2) "Touch Back" supports single-touch on OS only. BenQ recommends using "Touch Back" on Keynote (MacOS).
*actual application will vary per software version
2) "Touch Back" supports single-touch on OS only. BenQ recommends using "Touch Back" on Keynote (MacOS).
*actual application will vary per software version
How could I do a wireless presentation from an Android Phone with InstaShow S?
For steps to do a wireless presentation from an Android Phone with InstaShow S, please refer to the tutorial video.
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How to update the Host firmware via OTA?
For steps to update the Host firmware via OTA, please refer to the tutorial video.
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How to pair a Button with a Host?
For steps to pair a Button with a Host, please refer to the tutorial video.
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How to pair a Button with a Host via Web Control?
For steps to pair a Button with a Host via Web Control, please refer to the tutorial video.
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What HDMI version does InstaShow/InstaShow S Button use?
HDMI 1.4b
Do I have to install any software in advance in order to use InstaShow/InstaShow S?
No, no need to install any software. True plug and play.
How can I do wireless presentation with the WDC20 from an iPhone while browsing the internet?
We have a special tutorial video explaining how to do this. Please refer to the below:
Learn more
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?
Can I use "Touch Back" when a touch-sensor is attached to my projector?
Can I use InstaShow/InstaShow S for 10-12 hours per day?
Can my mobile access the internet when connected to Host?
Does BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Mac extended mode?
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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Is a periodical restart of InstaShow necessary? Will the transmission quality between Host and Button be affected if a periodical restart is not performed?
Is InstaShow/InstaShow S compliant with HDCP?
Will the performance of InstaShow/InstaShow S be impacted if my PC is outdated?
What is the maximum length of HDMI cable to use on InstaShow ?
When will the Host enter network standby mode?
What is the maximum workable distance between the button and the Host?
What is the minimum internet connection bandwidth required for a smooth connection between the Host and the Button?
Specification
Will "Touch Back" work with "Split Screen" mode on?
Yes. "Touch Back" will still work with "Split Screen" mode on.
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Can I use "Split Screen" on other devices?
"Spit Screen" supports Button, Airplay, and the InstaShare app. If you use Googlecast, "Split Screen" will be turned off atumatically. That's to say, Googlecast only casts but does not support "Split Screen."
What is the highest resoluton of InstaShow S (WDC20)?
Highest output 4K 30p ; highest input 1080p 60p (compatible up to 4K)
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Is InstaShow S (WDC20) compatible with other meeting systems, such as CISCO SX10/SX20 and Polycom group 500?
Yes, WDC20 is compatible with CISCO SX10/SX20 and Polycom group 500. You will save a lot of budget by using WDC20.
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Is InstaShow S compatible with USB 3.0?
Yes.
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Is InstaShow/InstaShow S compatible with USB Type-C connection on both Mac and Windows PC?
Yes, with a converter cable. (USB Type-C to HDMI)
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What is the default RX output resolution?
The default RX output resolution is 1080p@ 60Hz.
Can I use custom images for the splash screen?
Yes, the splash screen can be customized.
What resolution is displayed when InstaShow Host is waiting for a connection?
In that situation the resolution is 1080p full HD.
Can I hide Host's SSID on the screen?
Does BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Windows extended mode?
Does InstaShow/InstaShow S support 3D content?
InstaShow has an outstanding Video/Presentation Mode. Does InstaShow S also have this feature?
On "Split Screen" mode, if there are more than one participants doing video mirror, can all the other split screens play video and audio?
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)?
Further Query
Will "Touch Back" work with "Split Screen" mode on?
Yes. "Touch Back" will still work with "Split Screen" mode on.
Learn more
Can I use "Split Screen" on other devices?
"Spit Screen" supports Button, Airplay, and the InstaShare app. If you use Googlecast, "Split Screen" will be turned off atumatically. That's to say, Googlecast only casts but does not support "Split Screen."
What is the highest resoluton of InstaShow S (WDC20)?
Highest output 4K 30p ; highest input 1080p 60p (compatible up to 4K)
Learn more
Is InstaShow S (WDC20) compatible with other meeting systems, such as CISCO SX10/SX20 and Polycom group 500?
Yes, WDC20 is compatible with CISCO SX10/SX20 and Polycom group 500. You will save a lot of budget by using WDC20.
Learn more
Is InstaShow S compatible with USB 3.0?
Yes.
Learn more
Is InstaShow/InstaShow S compatible with USB Type-C connection on both Mac and Windows PC?
Yes, with a converter cable. (USB Type-C to HDMI)
Learn more
What is the default RX output resolution?
The default RX output resolution is 1080p@ 60Hz.
Can I use custom images for the splash screen?
Yes, the splash screen can be customized.
What resolution is displayed when InstaShow Host is waiting for a connection?
In that situation the resolution is 1080p full HD.
Can I hide Host's SSID on the screen?
Does BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Windows extended mode?
Does InstaShow/InstaShow S support 3D content?
InstaShow has an outstanding Video/Presentation Mode. Does InstaShow S also have this feature?
On "Split Screen" mode, if there are more than one participants doing video mirror, can all the other split screens play video and audio?
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)?
There is a message which says "Invalid system time" on the standby page. How do I remove it?
Please connect the host to the network with an RJ45 cable. The host will then update with the local time and the message will disappear.
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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.
Why does Wi-Fi connection speed drop significantly during tests when mirroring?
When connecting the Button with a MacBook, a keyboard icon pops up. Is there any way to avoid this?
How can I make the idle screen or guide screen stay displayed?
How to change the resolution of Macbook when connected with InstaShow?
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
(1) Adjust the power plan so that the USB does not deactivate while running on battery
(2) Unplug and plug TX
How to adjust the resolution of Windows laptop that is changed when connected with InstaShow?
When connecting the Button with a MacBook, a keyboard icon pops up. Is there any way to avoid this?
How to turn on "Split Screen," one of the key features of InstaShow S (WDC20)?
There's 2 ways to turn on "Split Screen" :
1) Press the "Split Screen Key" on WDC20 Button.
2) Click "Split Screen" on the InstaShare app.
1) Press the "Split Screen Key" on WDC20 Button.
2) Click "Split Screen" on the InstaShare app.
Is "Touch Back" compatible with Mac OS as well as Windows?
1) "Touch Back" supports multi-touch on Windows only. BenQ recommends using "Touch Back" on Powerpoint (Windows).
2) "Touch Back" supports single-touch on OS only. BenQ recommends using "Touch Back" on Keynote (MacOS).
*actual application will vary per software version
2) "Touch Back" supports single-touch on OS only. BenQ recommends using "Touch Back" on Keynote (MacOS).
*actual application will vary per software version
How could I do a wireless presentation from an Android Phone with InstaShow S?
For steps to do a wireless presentation from an Android Phone with InstaShow S, please refer to the tutorial video.
Learn more
How to update the Host firmware via OTA?
For steps to update the Host firmware via OTA, please refer to the tutorial video.
Learn more
How to pair a Button with a Host?
For steps to pair a Button with a Host, please refer to the tutorial video.
Learn more
How to pair a Button with a Host via Web Control?
For steps to pair a Button with a Host via Web Control, please refer to the tutorial video.
Learn more
What HDMI version does InstaShow/InstaShow S Button use?
HDMI 1.4b
Do I have to install any software in advance in order to use InstaShow/InstaShow S?
No, no need to install any software. True plug and play.
How can I do wireless presentation with the WDC20 from an iPhone while browsing the internet?
We have a special tutorial video explaining how to do this. Please refer to the below:
Learn more
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?
Can I use "Touch Back" when a touch-sensor is attached to my projector?
Can I use InstaShow/InstaShow S for 10-12 hours per day?
Can my mobile access the internet when connected to Host?
Does BenQ InstaShow/InstaShow S support Mac extended mode?
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
Is a periodical restart of InstaShow necessary? Will the transmission quality between Host and Button be affected if a periodical restart is not performed?
Is InstaShow/InstaShow S compliant with HDCP?
Will the performance of InstaShow/InstaShow S be impacted if my PC is outdated?
What is the maximum length of HDMI cable to use on InstaShow ?
When will the Host enter network standby mode?
What is the maximum workable distance between the button and the Host?
What is the minimum internet connection bandwidth required for a smooth connection between the Host and the Button?