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2. set PNP OS ONSTALLED to YES and set USB IRQ to ENABLED Note The StarView switch is applicable for USB keyboard and mouse switching from one computer to the other If you plan to share other peripherals such as a CCD camera printer or scanner it is necessary to shut down the driver of the computer before switching to another computer Because port switching is equivalent to unplugging the USB cable from one computer and plugging it into another one some USB drivers check attached USB peripherals all the time and do not accept plug n play functions eee S M Console Connection Before installation make sure all devices and computers to be connected to the StarView switch have been turned off Plug a monitor to the Console s VGA port plug a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to any two of the Console s USB ports as shown in figure 2 For SV431USB only As an option the Master StarView is either SV431 or SV431D to be linked to the SV431USB with a mini DIN amp male to male cable The SV431USB can operate as USB peripheral sharing devices a 291U56 ES SVa IUSB es Figure 2 Console Connection ee G le Computer Connection Use a HDB15 male to female cable to connect from a computer s VGA port to the StarView s VGA port of the PC side as shown in figure 3 Use a USB A B cable to connect from the StarView s USB port on the corresponding computer A connector is the flat connector as shown in figure 3 mal
3. USB Keyboard Video Mouse Sharing Switch STARVIEW User s Manual 9V431USB 9V231USB STRUCTURED KVM VIDEO SERVER INTERNET Home CABLES NETWORKING US SWITCHES St T P A aa StarTech com Table of Contents Introduction Overview 1 Features 2 System Requirements Console Side 3 Computer Side 3 Installation PC BIOS Notice 4 Console Connection 5 Computer Connection 6 Operation Front Panel Push Buttons 7 Rack Mount Kit 9 Appendices Specifications 10 Troubleshooting 11 Other StarView Switches 13 Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the Installation procedures to prevent damage to the StarView or any connecting devices zs 7 Introduction Overview The StarView SV231USB and SV431USB fully compatible with USB specifications are a combination of USB KVM Keyboard Video Mouse switches and USB peripherals sharing devices With the SV231USB and SV431USB you can easily operate up to 2 or 4 PCs G3 G4 Macs or iMacs respectively from the 1 USB keyboard 1 USB mouse and 1 monitor saving you space time equipment and money Its peripheral sharing function enables you to share more USB peripherals among all computers Installation is easy as connecting USB A B cables to the computers and to the StarView switch Computer selecting is as easy as front panel button pressing The built in USB hub ensures smooth switching from one computer to the other The StarView switches provide the easie
4. connector USB Type Ax4 j USB Type Ax3 Monitor HDB 15 HDB 15 female x 1 female x1 H x W x D mm 44x 220x130 140x 124x 70 in 1 7x8 7x5 1 16x 49x 2 7 size Compact Micro Weight g 900 420 oz 31 74 14 8 ieee Troubleshooting Ensure that all cables are well seated Label the cable for each computer to avoid confusion when connected to the StarView switch The StarView switch has built in power protection that works automatically when needed When it works USB communication halts and the only way to restart the StarView switch properly is to remove all power sources USB patch cables and power adapter wait a few seconds apply power sources and start again Symptom Causes Solutions Keyboard or In Auto Scan Press any front button to mouse does not keyboard and mouse select a computer then work are not operable use the keyboard and Too many keyboard mouse or mouse drivers Remove ALL installed unnecessary keyboard and mouse drivers Newly installed Improper device Re install device driver USB device driver The device should be does not work Device consumes self powered add a too much power power adapter to the Device consumes device too much power If the device does not instantaneously provide power jack add Improper device a power adapter of less initialization When StarView switch works under self power i e nO power supply added it supports max of 100mA as per USB spec Device initializa
5. e to female HDDB15 for VGA S V231USB Grm cH oa 1 7 4 y Ni SEES e oc gv baa CONSOLE m jmi Si site one USB patch cable for both oo OZ male to female HDDB15 for VGA SV431USB PC4 N gt C GZA aa fee IC oc gv one USB patch cable for both keyboard and mouse Figure 3 Computer Connection ii le Operations Front Panel 1 On line LED and Selected LED When the LED turns green the connected computer is powered on When a computer is selected its corresponding red LED illuminates 2 Push buttons Each computer has a button associated with it on the front panel for selection Auto Scan Auto Scan automatically cans through computers one by one in a fixed interval see Scan Time below Note keyboard or mouse is not operable during Auto Scan Scan Time It sets the scan interval for Auto Scan The Scan Time options are 3 8 15 and 30 seconds Note Scan Time is automatically set to the default of 3 seconds when the KAG switch loses power ieee S For SV231USB To activate the Auto Scan press and hold the pushbutton down for 2 seconds until you hear a long beep followed by a short beep To exit from it tap the pushbutton again To change the Scan Time interval press and hold the pushbutton for 4 seconds until you
6. hear two long beeps By tapping the pushbutton each time the SV231USB responds with 1 2 3 or 4 beeps corresponding to 3 8 15 or 30 seconds respectively Once set leave the SV231USB as it is and it will automatically return for normal operation For SV431USB To activate Auto Scan press down front panel push buttons 3 and 4 simultaneously The port LED flashes during Auto Scan Auto Scan is effective for powered on computers only To exit the Auto Scan mode just tap any one of the pushbuttons To change the Scan Time interval press both front panel buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously The Sv431USB beeps 1 2 3 or 4 times for Scan Time of 3 8 15 or 30 seconds respectively ieee 0 Rack Mount Kit for SV431USB optional The figure below shows how to attach optional mounting brackets and cable support to the SV431USB for standard 19 inch rack cabinet To the rack cabinet back post A A Keyboard mouse monitor cables to the Starview Two screws secure the cable support a 0 Appendices Specifications vastus svzatuse No of computers supported 4 Front panel push button 4 1 Hot plug and play Yes Automatic scan interval 3 8 15 30 seconds Cable Length Max 30M 100ft for VGA 5M 15ft for USB Computer ON LINE LED 4 Computer Selected LED 4 VGA 1920 x 1440 DDC2B Computer peripheral connector USB Type Bx4 USB Type Bx4 Monitor HDB 15 male x 4 HDB 15 male x4 Console peripheral
7. st way to manage multiple computers with USB interface and share USB peripherals among computers ieee a Features Manage 2 or 4 PC G3 G4 Macs or iMacs from one USB keyboard mouse and monitor with the SV231USB and the SV431USB respectively 2 or 4 computers share up to 2 or 4 different USB peripherals with the SV231USB and the SV431USB 2Front panel push buttons for easy computer selection No drivers needed for keyboard and mouse operation zoupports keyboard and mouse plug n play zHigh VGA resolution 19230 x 1440 Buzzer sounds for computer switching confirmation e2Front button Auto Scan activation zoelectable Scan Time interval zupports the latest DDC2B VGA monitors azoaves time space equipment and power USB self powered operation No software required a S System Requirements Console Side One VGA SVGA or Multisync monitor One USB keyboard One USB mouse Computer Side Each USB enabled computer must be connected to the StarView switch by One HDB15 male to female VGA cable or monitor One USB A B cable with Type A and Type B plug for USB devices as shown in figure 1 figure 1 USB A B cable Note An optional HDB 15 to DB 15 VGA adapter is required for Mac computer VGA ports ee 4 M Installation PC BIOS Notice The following BIOS setup changes are necessary for PC users and not necessary for Mac users 1 In STANDARD CMOS set HALT ON ERROR to ALL BUT KEYBOARD 2 2 In PNP and PCI SETUP
8. tion Auto Scan doesi All PCs are off or and StarView beeps only one PC is turned on Scan mode works for power on computers only than 1A current rating to the StarView switch Be sure the USB cable is well seated to ensure communication Remove all power sources to the StarView by unplugging all USB A B cables and the power adapter then start all over again Select the computer by pushbutton restart the computer and try again Wait at least 5 seconds before computer switching to ensure proper USB communication Turn off device driver not keyboard or mouse before computer switching Turn computers on 1S Other StarView Switches Other high performance StarView KVM switches No OSD OSD model 2 Console OSD Model 2 port SV211K SV231 O SV431H 16port SV1631D__ SV1632D_ OSD advanced On Screen Display interface enabling you to assign PC names access PCs by the names Other features include programmable scan pattern password security etc Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT OR INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES LOSS OF PROFIT LOSS OF BUSINESS OR FINANCIAL LOSS WHICH MAY BE CAUSED BY THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EXCEEDS THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PROCUDT The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation expressed or implied with respect to the contents or use of this documentation and especially disclaims its quality

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