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# Connect devices to Surface Hub 2S
# Connect devices to Surface Hub 2S
Surface Hub 2S lets you connect external devices, mirror the display on Surface Hub 2S to another device, and connect a wide variety of third-party peripherals including video conference cameras, conference phones, and room system devices.
Surface Hub 2S lets you connect external devices, mirror the display on Surface Hub 2S to another device, and connect a wide variety of third-party peripherals including video conference cameras, conference phones, and room system devices.
## Connect external PCs and related devices
You can display content from your devices to Surface Hub 2S. If the source device is Windows-based, that device can also provide TouchBack and InkBack, which takes video and audio from the connected device and presents them on Surface Hub 2S. If Surface Hub 2S encounters a High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) signal, such as a Blu-ray DVD player, the source is displayed as a black image.
You can display content from your devices to Surface Hub 2S. If the source device is Windows-based, that device can also provide TouchBack and InkBack, which takes video and audio from the connected device and presents them on Surface Hub 2S. If Surface Hub 2S encounters a High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) signal, such as a Blu-ray DVD player, the source is displayed as a black image.
> [!NOTE]
> [!NOTE]
> Surface Hub 2S uses the video input selected until a new connection is made, the existing connection is disrupted, or the Connect App is closed.
> Surface Hub 2S uses the video input selected until a new connection is made, the existing connection is disrupted, or the Connect app is closed.
## Recommended wired configurations for connecting to Surface Hub 2S
## Recommended wired configurations
In general, it’s recommended to use native cable connections whenever possible such as USB-C to USB-C or HDMI to HDMI. Other combinations such as MiniDP to HDMI or MiniDP to USB-C will also work.
In general, it’s recommended to use native cable connections whenever possible such as USB-C to USB-C or HDMI to HDMI. Other combinations such as MiniDP to HDMI or MiniDP to USB-C will also work.
| Wired “Connect” Application | USB-C (via compute module) | Video, audio, TouchBack/InkBack into Surface Hub 2S.| Provides video, audio, and TouchBack/InkBack on a single cable. |
| USB-C <br>(via compute module) | Video-in<br> Video-out<br> Audio-in<br> Audio-out <br><br>TouchBack and InkBack | Provides video, audio, and TouchBack/InkBack on a single cable.<br><br>**NOTE:** Some configuration is required to optimize the video-out experience. Refer to the section below: [Mirroring Surface Hub 2S display on another device](#). |
| | HDMI + USB-C | HDMI-in for Audio/Video <br> USB-C for TouchBack/InkBack | USB-C supports TouchBack/InkBack with the HDMI A/V connection <br><br>Use USB-C to USB-A to connect to legacy computers <br><br>*NOTE: For best results, connect HDMI before connecting USB-C cable. If the computer you are using for HDMI is not compatible with TouchBack and InkBack, you won't need a USB-C cable.* |
| HDMI + USB-C | HDMI-in for audio and video<br><br>USB-C for TouchBack and InkBack | USB-C supports TouchBack and InkBack with the HDMI A/V connection.<br><br>Use USB-C to USB-A to connect to legacy computers.<br><br>**NOTE:** For best results, connect HDMI before connecting a USB-C cable. If the computer you're using for HDMI is not compatible with TouchBack and InkBack, you won't need a USB-C cable. |
| “Source” selection experience <br> (bypasses the OS, full screen requires source selection with keypad button) | USB-C (port in compute module) | Video, Audio into Surface Hub 2S | Single cable needed for A/V <br> Touchback/InkBack not supported <br> HDCP enabled |
| USB-C <br> (via compute module) | Video-in <br>Audio-in | Single cable needed for A/V<br><br>TouchBack and InkBack not supported<br><br>HDCP enabled |
| | HDMI (in port) | Video, Audio into Surface Hub 2S | Single cable needed for A/V <br> TouchBack/InkBack not supported <br> HDCP enabled |
| HDMI (in port) | Video, Audio into Surface Hub 2S | Single cable needed for A/V<br><br>TouchBack and InkBack not supported<br><br>HDCP enabled |
| MiniDP 1.2 output | Video-out such as mirroring to a larger projector. | Single cable needed for A/V |
When you connect a guest computer to Surface Hub 2S via the wired connect USB-C port, several USB devices are discovered and configured. These peripheral devices are created for TouchBack and InkBack. As shown in the table below, the peripheral devices can be viewed in Device Manager, which will show duplicate names for some devices.
When you connect a guest computer to Surface Hub 2S via the USB-C port, several USB devices are discovered and configured. These peripheral devices are created for TouchBack and InkBack. As shown in the following table, the peripheral devices can be viewed in Device Manager, which will show duplicate names for some devices.
|**Peripheral**|**Listing in Device Manager**|
| **Device Manager reference**|**Peripheral**|**Listing in Device Manager**|
| Mice and other pointing devices | HID-compliant mouse |
| Mice and other pointing devices | HID-compliant mouse |
| USB controllers | Generic USB hub<br>USB composite device |
| USB controllers | Generic USB hub<br>USB composite device |
### Connecting video-in to Surface Hub 2S
## Connecting video-in to Surface Hub 2S
Your choice of video cable will be determined by what is available from your source input. Surface Hub 2S has two choices of video input: USB-C and HDMI. See the following chart for available resolutions.
You can input video to Surface Hub 2S using USB-C or HDMI, as indicated in the following table.
> The 4K UHD resolution (3840×2560) is only supported when connecting to ports on the compute module. It is not supported on the “guest” USB ports located on the left, top, and right sides of the device.
> [!NOTE]
> Video from a connected external PC may appear smaller when displayed on Surface Hub 2S.
## Mirroring Surface Hub 2S display on another device
## Mirroring Surface Hub 2S display on another device
Surface Hub 2S includes a Video Out port for mirroring visual content from Surface Hub 2S to another display.
You can output video to another display using either USB-C or MiniDP, as indicated in the following table.
| Display out | MiniDP output port | Display and audio out (support for duplicate mode only) | Requires external keyboard <br> Win+P and select Duplicate mode <br> Supports audio out (configurable via settings) |
DisplayPort cables are certified for to 3 meters in length. If a long cable is necessary, HDMI is recommended due to the wide availability of cost-effective, long-haul cables with the added benefit of installing repeaters if needed.
Surface Hub 2S includes a MiniDP video-out port for projecting visual content from Surface Hub 2S to another display. If you plan to use Surface Hub 2S to project to another display, note the following recommendations:
- **Keyboard required.** Before you begin, you’ll need to connect either a wired or Bluetooth-enabled external keyboard to Surface Hub 2S. Note that unlike the original Surface Hub, a keyboard for Surface Hub 2S is sold separately and is not included in the shipping package.<br><br>
- **Set duplicate mode.** Surface Hub 2S supports video-out in duplicate mode only. However, you will still need to manually configure the display mode when you connect for the first time:
1. Enter the **Windows logo key** + **P**, which opens the Project pane on the right side of Surface Hub 2S, and then select **Duplicate** mode.
2. When you’re finished with your Surface Hub 2S session, select **End Session**. This ensures that the duplicate setting is saved for the next session.<br><br>
- **Plan for different aspect ratios.** Like other Surface devices, Surface Hub 2S uses a 3:2 display aspect ratio (the relationship between the width and the height of the display). Projecting Surface Hub 2S onto displays with different aspect ratios is supported. Note however that because Surface Hub 2S duplicates the display, the MiniDP output will also only display in a 3:2 aspect ratio, which may result in letterboxing or curtaining depending on the aspect ratio of the receiving display.
> [!NOTE]
> if your second monitor uses a 16:9 aspect ratio (the predominant ratio for most TV monitors), black bars may appear on the left and right sides of the mirrored display. If this occurs, you may wish to inform your users that there is no need to adjust the second display.
## Selecting cables
Note the following recommendations:
- **USB.** USB 3.1 Gen 2 cables.
- **MiniDP.** DisplayPort cables certified for up to 3 meters in length.
- **HDMI.** If a long cable is necessary, HDMI is recommended due to the wide availability of cost-effective, long-haul cables with the ability to install repeaters if needed.
> [!NOTE]
> [!NOTE]
> Most DisplayPort sources will automatically switch to HDMI signaling if HDMI is detected.
> Most DisplayPort sources will automatically switch to HDMI signaling if HDMI is detected.
## Wirelessly connect to Surface Hub 2S
## Wirelessly connect to Surface Hub 2S
Windows 10 natively supports Miracast, which lets you wireless connect to Surface Hub 2S.
Windows 10 natively supports Miracast, which lets you wireless connect to Surface Hub 2S.<br><br>
### To connect using Miracast
### To connect using Miracast:
1. On your Windows 10 device, enter **Win** + **K**.
1. On your Windows 10 device, enter **Windows logo key** + **K**.
2. In the Connect window, look for the name of your Surface Hub 2S in the list of nearby devices. You can find the name of your Surface Hub 2S in the bottom left corner of the display.
2. In the Connect window, look for the name of your Surface Hub 2S in the list of nearby devices. You can find the name of your Surface Hub 2S in the bottom left corner of the display.
3. If required, your system administrator may have enabled the PIN setting for Miracast connections on your Surface Hub which means that the first time you connect to that Surface Hub, a PIN number is displayed on the screen.
3. Enter a PIN if your system administrator has enabled the PIN setting for Miracast connections. This requires you to enter a PIN number when you connect to Surface Hub 2S for the first time.
> [!NOTE]
> [!NOTE]
> If you’re a local administrator on Surface Hub 2S, you can configure PIN requirements via **Surface app > Settings.**
>If you do not see the name of the Surface Hub 2S device as expected, it’s possible the previous session was prematurely closed. If so, sign into Surface Hub 2S directly to end the previous session and then connect from your external device.
## Connecting peripherals to Surface Hub 2S
## Connecting peripherals to Surface Hub 2S
## Bluetooth accessories
### Bluetooth accessories
You can connect the following accessories to Surface Hub-2S using Bluetooth:
You can connect the following accessories to Surface Hub-2S using Bluetooth:
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- Speakers
- Speakers
> [!NOTE]
> [!NOTE]
> After you connect a Bluetooth headset or speaker, you might need to change the default microphone and speaker settings. For more information, see [Local management for Surface Hub settings](local-management-surface-hub-settings.md).
> After you connect a Bluetooth headset or speaker, you might need to change the default microphone and speaker settings. For more information, see [**Local management for Surface Hub settings**](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/surface-hub/local-management-surface-hub-settings).
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| Get someone to help you lift and mount your Surface Hub. Make sure to hold and lift the Surface Hub from the bottom. |  <br> |
| Get someone to help you lift and mount your Surface Hub. Make sure to hold and lift the Surface Hub from the bottom. |  <br> |
| 4. **Attach accessories and power on** | |
| 4. **Attach accessories and power on** | |
| Install accessories and attach power cable as shown. See guides on the screen cling. Remove cling wrap from the screen. Press the power button to power on. |  <br> |
| Install accessories and attach power cable as shown. See guides on the screen cling. Remove cling wrap from the screen. Press the power button to power on. |  <br> |
# Adjust Surface Hub 2S brightness, volume, and input
# Adjust Surface Hub 2S brightness, volume, and input
Surface Hub 2S provides an on-screen display for volume, brightness, and input control. The Source button functions as a toggle key to switch between the volume, brightness, and input control menus.
Surface Hub 2S provides an on-screen display for volume, brightness, and input control. The Source button functions as a toggle key to switch between the volume, brightness, and input control menus.
**To show the on-screen display:**
## To show the on-screen display
- Press and hold the **Source** button for 4 seconds.
- Press and hold the **Source** button for 4 seconds.
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When the on-screen display is visible, use one or more buttons to reach desired settings.
When the on-screen display is visible, use one or more buttons to reach desired settings.
**To adjust volume:**
## To adjust volume
- Use the **Volume up/down** button to increase or decrease volume.
- Use the **Volume up/down** button to increase or decrease volume.
**To adjust brightness:**
## To adjust brightness
1. Press the **Source** button again to switch to the brightness menu.
1. Press the **Source** button again to switch to the brightness menu.
2. Use the **Volume up/down** button to increase or decrease brightness.
2. Use the **Volume up/down** button to increase or decrease brightness.
**To adjust input:**
## To adjust input
1. Press the **Source** button twice to switch to the Source menu.
1. Press the **Source** button twice to switch to the Source menu.
2. Use the **Volume up/down** button to switch between PC, HDMI, and USB-C inputs.
2. Use the **Volume up/down** button to switch between PC, HDMI, and USB-C inputs.
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