SMART Board GX Series - Using Recommended Cables

Chapter 3
Connecting computers and other devices
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Input source Resolution Refresh rate
AV 1920×1080 60 Hz
YPbPr 1920×1080 60 Hz
If possible, set connected computers to these resolutions and refresh rates. See the computers’ operating
system documentation for instructions.
Using recommended cables
SMART recommends the following varieties of cable:
Cable type Maximum length Recommendation
Display Port 23' (7 m)
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Use only certified Display Port 1.4 cables that have been
tested to support the performance standard you require.
HDMI 23' (7 m) Use only certified premium high-speed HDMI cables that
have been tested to support the performance standard
you require.
VGA 23' (7 m) Use VGA cables with all pins in their connectors fully
populated and wired.
Stereo 3.5 mm 20' (6 m) Use only shielded 3.5 mm cables
IMPORTANT
Use a 3.5 mm stereo jack (15 mm long barrel) only to
connect to the display.
USB 2.0 16' (5 m) Use a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 USB extender if the distance
between the computer and the display is greater than 16'
(5 m). For more information, see USB extenders on
page15.
USB Type-C ≤6' 6" (2 m) for
SuperSpeed 5Gbps
cables
USB-IF certified USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C cable,
SuperSpeed (5 Gbps) support
To use a USB Type-C cable for video, you need:
o
A full-featured cable that supports SuperSpeed
5Gbps (or faster) data rates.
o
A computer that supports Display Port Alternate
Mode via USB Type-C
NOTE
The USB Type-C connector on the display can supply
up to 15 W of power to connected devices.
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The performance of cables longer than 23' (7 m) is highly dependent on the cable’s quality.