StarTech.com 2 Port Professional PS/2 KVM Switch
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1. male to male mini DIN 6 PS 2 cable for Mouse male to male mini DIN 6 PS 2 cable for Keyboard If your computer incorporates a serial mouse a mouse adapter should be connected to the computer s mouse port as shown in figure 3 Note use only the mouse adapter supplied with the SV231 PC with serial mouse PC with PS 2 mouse and adapter NOTE 1 The StarTech com SV231 s automatic mouse conversion system allows you to connect computers using serial mice 2 The mouse adapter can only be used on the PC side and will not work on the CONSOLE side 3 If your PC uses an AT style keyboard you will need an AT to PS 2 keyboard adapter at the PC side Instruction Manual Sta fTechy om 3 Hard to find made easy Initial Power up Make sure all computers and the StarView SV231 s are powered down during installation After connection power up the computers The StarView can be powered from the computers This procedure ensures the StarView receive computer settings correctly when computer boots NOTE You may hot plug any addittional powered down computer to the StarTech com SV231 at any time after the initial power up Operations Front Panel Operation You may switch to a different computer by pressing the front panel push button directly or by issuing hot key commands The front panel red indicator changes to reflect the computer port selected The indicator flashe2. Ctrl left Ctrl F3 The SV231 generates 1 to 4 beeps indicating scan interval of 3 8 15 and 30 seconds respectively To adjust keyboard typematic rate characters sec this setting over rides that of BIOS and any operating systemL left Ctrl left Ctrl FA The SV231 generates 1to 4 beeps corresponding to 10 15 20 and 30 characters sec respectively StarTechg om 4 Hard to find made easy Instruction Manual Appendices Specifications Cascade control PC number Front panel button control Hot plug and play Hot key control Automatic scan interval Cable Length Max Computer keyboard connector mouse monitor Computer keyboard connector mouse H xW x D mm in size Power Supply Instruction Manual 2 Up to 4 1 Yes Yes 3 8 15 30 seconds 30M 100ft at CONSOLE 30M 100ft at PC 1600 x 1200 DDC2B PS 2 PS 2 serial with adapter HD DB 15 male PS 2 PS 2 HD DB 15 female 420g 40x124x70 1 6x4 9x2 7 Micro Optional DC 9V 500mA StarTechg om Hard to find made easy Troubleshooting Ensure that all cables are well seated Check that keyboard mouse cables are not swapped Label and bundle the cables for each computer to avoid confusion when connected to the StarView Symptom Keyboard or mouse does not work Keyboard error on boot Keyboard strokes shifted Auto Scan does not switch PC automatically and SV231 beeps The Up and Down keys do not w
3. SV231 can be a slave of SV231 SV431 SV831 and SV1631 If SV231 isa master the SV431 SV831 nor SV1631 can be its slave SV1631 StarTechg om Hard to find made easy Technical Support StarTech com s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry leading solutions If you ever need help with your product visit www startech com support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools documentation and downloads For the latest drivers software please visit www startech com downloads Warranty Information This product is backed by a 3 year warranty In addition StarTech com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted following the initial date of purchase During this period the products may be returned for repair or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion The warranty covers parts and labor costs only StarTech com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse abuse alteration or normal wear and tear Limitation of Liability In no event shall the liability of StarTech com Ltd and StarTech com USA LLP or their officers directors employees or agents for any damages whether direct or indirect special punitive incidental consequential or otherwise loss of profits loss of business or any pecuniary loss arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual p
4. Starlechcom Hard to find made easy 2 Port Professional PS 2 KVM Switch SV231 actual product may vary from photos DE Bedienungsanleitung de startech com FR Guide de l utilisateur fr startech com ES Gu a del usuario es startech com IT Guida per l uso it startech com NL Gebruiksaanwijzing nl startech com PT Guia do usu rio pt startech com For the most up to date information please visit www startech com Manual Revision 07 12 2012 FCC Compliance Statement 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
5. can be hot plugged at any time High VGA resolution 1600x1200 DDC2B compatible Power free operation StarTechg om 1 Hard to find made easy Instruction Manual Installation Device Connection Turn your computers off Connect a PS 2 keyboard to the mini DIN 6 port with a KEYBOARD icon and a PS 2 mouse to the mini DIN 6 port MOUSE icon Then connect your VGA monitor cable directly to the HD DB 15 port of CONSOLE as shown in figure 1 PS 2 mouse PS 2 keyboard The monitor connected to the HD DB 15 VGA port of the CONSOLE must be capable of synchronizing with the computer s video signal If you are uncertain about the monitor type please consult the monitor user s manual The StarView consumes negligible power and is designed to run reliably without an external power adapter Computers Connection Now you have two computers to connect to the StarView Use a male to male Mini DIN 6 cable to connect from the first PC s keyboard port to the corresponding KEYBOARD port and use another male to male Mini DIN 6 cable from the PC s mouse port to the MOUSE port Connect your computers VGA port to the HD DB 15 port of the StarView as shown in figure 2 using a VGA male to female cable Follow the same procedures for the second computer using the KEYBOARD and MOUSE port StarTechg om 2 Hard to find made easy Instruction Manual male to female HDB15 for VGA
6. ciesecescatsscressesonsseessesnstsscsncseesonsistsesiacancsesesacsnscsnceesen Ll Warranty Information cisco Il Instruction Manual Sta rlechsom i Hard to find made easy Introduction Overview The StarView SV231 is a computer switch that allows access to two IBM compatible computers from one keyboard mouse and monitor Switching between computers is as easy as pressing the push button or entering hot key commands from your keyboard There is no interface card and software to install and the StarView is independent of the computer operating system The space saving design enables you to connect all the cables to the back of the SV231 Automatic Mouse Conversion The StarView Switch enables you to connect computers with PS 2 or serial mouse ports using adapters supplied with each SV231 and control both computers from one PS 2 mouse The StarView automatically identifies the mouse and switches to proper mouse protocol Features Supports both PS 2 and serial mouse Cascade configuration expands system capability Auto scan automatically selects computers sequentially Supports Microsoft IntelliMouse Pro IntelliTrackball Hot key functions allow easy computer access Built in buzzer for hot key command confirmation Keyboard states automatically saved and restored when switching computers Operating system independent transparent to all applications True plug and play system configuration Keyboard and mouse
7. ork in Manual Scan The SV231 fails to function occasionally Computer can not use serial mouse Instruction Manual Causes Improper power up sequence Keyboard or mouse not properly intialized Loose keyboard connection The computer was in shifted state when last switched All PC s are off or only one PC is turned on Scan mode works for power on computers only Solutions Press and hold down the push button for 3 seconds the SV231 will re initialize the keyboard or mouse wait for a few seconds then plug it back in Make sure keyboard cables are well seated Press both SHIFT keys Turn computers on Press left Ctrl key twice to abort Auto Scan mode All PCs are off or only one PC is turned on Scan mode works for power on computers only Computers do not supply enough power Loose mouse adapter incorrect mouse adapter Turn computers on Press any other key to abort Manual Scan mode Add a power adapter with minimum of DC 9V 500mA output rating to the SPARE power jack Secure the mouse adapter to computers COM port Use only the mouse adapter that comes with the SV231 StarTechg om Hard to find made easy Symptom Not functional in cascade configuration Instruction Manual Causes In master slave configuration the master unit must have equal or more PC ports than that of slaves If SV231 isa slave its master can be SV231 SV431 SV831 or Solutions
8. rice paid for the product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages If such laws apply the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you Starlechcom 8 Hard to find made easy Instruction Manual Starlechcaom Hard to find made easy Hard to find made easy At StarTech com that isn t a slogan It s a promise StarTech com is your one stop source for every connectivity part you need From the latest technology to legacy products and all the parts that bridge the old and new we can help you find the parts that connect your solutions We make it easy to locate the parts and we quickly deliver them wherever they need to go Just talk to one of our tech advisors or visit our website You ll be connected to the products you need in no time Visit www startech com for complete information on all StarTech com products and to access exclusive resources and time saving tools StarTech com is an ISO 9001 Registered manufacturer of connectivity and technology parts StarTech com was founded in 1985 and has operations in the United States Canada the United Kingdom and Taiwan servicing a worldwide market
9. s while in either Auto Scan or Manual Scan mode Hot key Commands Hot key command is a short keyboard sequence to select a computer or to activate computer scan StarTech com interprets keystrokes for hot keys all the time A hot key sequence starts with two left Ctrl keystrokes followed by one or two more keystrokes A built in buzzer generates a high pitch beep for correct hot key command otherwise one low pitch beep for error is generated and the bad key sequence will not be forwarded to the selected computer To select a computer left Ctrl left Ctrl 1 Selects the computer at port 1 Left Ctrl left Ctrl 2 Selects the computer at port 2 NOTE Do not use the keypad at the right of the keyboard To start Auto Scan automatically scan powered on computers one by one at a fixed interval left Ctrl left Ctrl F1 To abort the Auto Scan mode press the left Ctrl key twice When Auto Scan detects any keyboard or mouse activity it suspends the scanning until activity stops it then resumes with the next computer in sequence The length of the Auto Scan interval Scan Rate is adjustable see below Manual Scan enables you to manually switch back and forth between powered on computers left Ctrl left Ctrl F2 Press Up or Down to select the previous or the next computer in sequence Press any other key to abort the manual scan To adjust Scan Rate which sets the duration before switching to the next computer in AUto Scan left
10. that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Use of Trademarks Registered Trademarks and other Protected Names and Symbols This manual may make reference to trademarks registered trademarks and other protected names and or symbols of third party companies not related in any way to StarTech com Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech com or an endorsement of the product s to which this manual applies by the third party company in question Regardless of any direct acknowledgement elsewhere in the body of this document StarTech com hereby acknowledges that all trademarks registered trademarks service marks and other protected names and or symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the property of their respective holders Starlechcom Hard to find made easy Instruction Manual Table of Contents Introduction PackagliigGomte a AREA ANERER EARE AA A EEEE E EA 1 System Requirements Installation Front View Rear View Hardware Installation Driver Installation Configuration Serial Data Link Automatic Calibration Button and Light Manual Calibration and Settings Menu Commands Transmitter Unit specific commands Image Quality IN 7 MROUDIESHOOUING iii O Eje iif 10 Technical SUP POM irsns
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