USB KVM Switch
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1. USB Hub svanusBa Computer 1 Computer 2 Computer 3 Computer 4 P p e py t FFFA Status Hub Status Hub Status Hub Status Hub S V431USBA shown Green LED solid Active Computer Green LED flashing No Powered Computer on that Port Red LED solid Active Control of USB Hub Button Switch control to that port The KVM switch offers two convenient ways to switch console control of the attached computers The first is by using the buttons on the front panel to select which computer is active The second is using keyboard hotkey combinations which also allow you to adjust several configuration options on the KVM The reference chart on the next page describes the hotkey commands and their options in detail Note If your computer is configured to use power saving features i e auto standby after inactivity you may experience intermittent difficulty using the KVM switch For optimal performance we recommend configuring your computer s BIOS setup software to enable or disable as applicable the following options e Enable USB Legacy Support e Enable USB Keyboard and Mouse to bring computer out of standby e Disable Power Saving Mode for the USB hub The names and location of these and similar options may vary from computer to computer Consult your manufacturer s documentation for information on accessing and modifying the BIOS setup if necessary Instruction Manual Keyboard Hotkey Command Reference2. can be any one of the following values 1 10 sec 2 20 sec through 9 90 sec 0 100 sec Note Apple computers will need to be programmed using an IBM compatible keyboard that has a Scroll Lock key Instruction Manual Accessory Products from StarTech com Contact your local StarTech com dealer or visit www startech com for cables or other accessories that will help you get the best performance out of your new product SVUSB2N1_6 6 ft USB VGA 2 in 1 KVM Switch Cable SVUSB2N1_10 10 ft USB VGA 2 in 1 KVM Switch Cable SVUSB2N1_15 15 ft USB VGA 2 in 1 KVM Switch Cable MU6MM 6 ft Stereo Patch Cable 3 5mm Male to 3 5mm Male Please Note Gender changer GC15HSM is required when using this product with SVUSB2N1 series 2 in 1 USB KVM cables Instruction Manual 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 Warranty Information This product is backed by a one 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 co
3. Autoscan delay time 002 c eee eee 5 Accessory Products from StarTech com 00 2008 6 Technical Support 00 c eee 7 Warranty Information 200 eee eee 7 Instruction Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing a StarTech com USB desktop KVM switch with audio switching This product allows you to switch 2 or 4 computers depending on the model purchased including the audio signal Designed for today s cutting edge systems it features native support for USB input devices and VGA video You can save space and improve productivity by sharing one console among multiple computers without sacrificing the quality of your video signal by using converters and adapters Features e Natively supports USB peripherals and VGA video e Also switches audio for a complete multimedia sharing solution e Choice of configurable hotkey command sequence or front panel buttons for control Before You Begin System Requirements e Console USB keyboard 1 USB mouse 1 VGA monitor 1 speakers optional microphone optional e Controlled systems USB support VGA video out speaker out optional microphone out optional Additional cables required not included Each controlled computer will require a USB Type A to Type B cable 1 and VGA switchbox cable 1 or StarTech com 2 in 1 USB KVM cable 1 optional 3 5 mm phono male to male sound cable for speakers and microphone 2 See page 5 for Sta
4. Chart Command Name Hotkey Sequence Description Switches access to the computer connected to the Audio Mic output control Select active computer SerLk SerLk x corresponding port number on the KVM x a number on the keyboard Switches which corresponding port number has access Select USB hub control ScerLk SerLk Fx to the to the devices connected to the KVM s USB hub Fx Function key F1 Port 1 F2 Port 2 etc Switches which port s speaker and microphone output is Select Audio Mic output SerLk SerLk Fy active at the console Fy Function key F5 Port 1 F6 Port 2 etc P When either the select active computer or select USB a Deane SerLk SerLk Z hub control commands are executed both functions are switched to the selected port r The computer control and USB hub control can be one Ii eomputer arid USB ScrLk ScrLk X executed separately KVM control and USB hub control control can be assigned to different ports at one time Bind computer and Audio Mic When either the select active computer or select control default SerLk ScrLk Q audio mic output control commands are executed both functions are switched to the selected port The computer control and USB hub control can be Unbind computer and SerLk SerLk W executed separately KVM control and Audio Mic output control control can be assigned to different ports at one time Select next previous
5. port SerLk ScrLk V Selects the next up arrow key or previous down arrow key numbered port for control Select previous port ScerLk ScrLk BkSp Selects the most recent previously active port Beep sound on off SerLk SerLk B Enables disables audible responses from the KVM Define new hotkey sequence SerLk SerLk H y Change the standard ScrLk hotkey to a new value see below Autoscan SerLk ScrLk S Automatically switch active ports in sequence every 10 seconds Press any key to cancel Autoscan with programmable delay SerLk ScrLk S zZ Autoscan with a delay other than 10 seconds see below Press any key to cancel Binding Unbinding control By default the switch will automatically switch USB hub and audio control to the KVM port you select to control bound If you choose to unbind control you can assign control of the audio and or USB hub to a port other than the active computer using the commands above Valid hotkey sequences If you enter the Define new hotkey sequence command ScrLk ScrLk H y the value of y replaces the ScrLk ScrLk command with one of the following CapsLk CapsLk CapsLk Esc Esc Esc F12 F12 F12 NumLk NumLk NumLk ScrLk ScrLk ScrLk if another key sequence has been enabled Instruction Manual Programmable Autoscan delay time zZ
6. 2 Port USB Desktop KVM Switch with Audio Switching 4 Port USB Desktop KVM Switch with Audio Switching SV231USBA Instruction Manual SV431USBA Actual product may vary from photo StarTech com f The Professionals Source for Hard to Find Computer Parts 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Use of Trademarks Registered Trademarks and other Protected Names and Symbols This manual ma
7. or each computer you wish to connect 1 Remove any existing keyboards mice monitors speakers and microphones from the computer 2 Using a KVM switchbox cable connect one end to the video out connector on the computer This will be the same connector from which you disconnected the monitor in step 1 if applicable Connect the opposite end to the video connector on the KVM switch that corresponds to the computer number you wish to use for that system 2 Instruction Manual marked PC 1 PC 2 or PC 1 PC 4 as applicable 3 Using a USB Type A to Type B cable connect the A flat end to an available USB port on the computer Connect the opposite end to the B D shaped USB connector on the KVM switch that corresponds to the computer number you wish to use for that system directly under the monitor connection in step 2 This will provide both keyboard and mouse access to that system 4 Optional You can use 3 5mm male to male phono speaker cable to connect the speaker and or microphone outputs on the computer to the corresponding connectors on the KVM switch located under the monitor connector that corresponds to that computer on the KVM Most computers have sound and microphone connectors that are color coded to the standard used on the KVM switch green for speakers pink for microphone See the documentation for the computer for assistance if needed Using the KVM Switch STARVIEW USB KVM Switch with Audio amp
8. rTech com part numbers for all required cables Contents This package should contain e USB Desktop KVM Switch 1 e Power Adapter 1 e Instruction Manual 1 Instruction Manual Installation This section details how to connect your computers to the KVM switch For best results ensure that all the computers to be controlled are located as close as possible to the KVM switch and console peripherals monitor keyboard mouse This will reduce the length of cabling required and reduces the chance of interference Installing the KVM Switch 1 Place the KVM switch in close proximity to the keyboard mouse and monitor you wish to use as the console controls 2 Connect the monitor to the VGA port under CONSOLE 3 Connect a USB keyboard to the Type A connector under CONSOLE marked with a keyboard icon 4 Connect a USB mouse to the Type A connector under CONSOLE marked with a mouse icon 5 Connect speakers to the green 3 5mm phono connector under CONSOLE optional 6 Connect a microphone to the pink 3 5mm phono connector under CONSOLE optional 7 Connect up to 2 other USB devices to the ports marked USB HUB optional 8 Plug the power adapter into a wall outlet or other suitable power source Connect the opposite end to the port marked DC 9V on the KVM switch Connecting computers to the KVM Switch This section describes how to connect a computer you wish to control to the KVM switch Repeat these steps f
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