Lindy 32345, 32343, 32400, 32402 User Manual
CPU Switch Smart Audio
User Manual English
Benutzerhandbuch Deutsch
Manuel Utilisateur Français
Manuale d’uso Italiano
LINDY No. 32400 4 Port Version VGA & PS/2
LINDY No. 32402 2 Port Version VGA & PS/2
LINDY No. 32343 4 Port Version DVI & PS/2
LINDY No. 32345 2 Port Version DVI & PS/2
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© LINDY ELECTRONICS LIMITED & LINDY-ELEKTRONIK GMBH - FIRST EDITION (Dec 2004)
User Manual................Page 2
Benutzerhandbuch.....Page 10
Manuel Utilisateur.......Page 18
Manuale d’uso.............Page 26
User Manual English
Quick Installation
1. Make sure all the devices you are connecting to the CPU Switch Smart
Audio are turned off
2. Connect the computers, keyboard, monitor, mouse, speakers and
microphone to the CPU Switch
3. Switch the monitor on first, then the computers
4. Do
5. For operation you can switch computer ports by using keyboard
6. Detailed information can be found in the relevant sections of the
not switch channels during the boot up process
hotkeys (SCROLL LOCK key twice and then either the UP or DOWN
cursor or port number key, within 2 seconds)
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the LINDY CPU Switch Smart Audio. This KVM Switch allows you to
access several computers using a single keyboard, mouse and monitor console.
This switch supports PS/2 keyboard/mouse connections. It also offers audio support for
switching a microphone and stereo speakers between the connected computers. The switch is
compatible with a wide variety of mice including 4D/5D mice with one or two scroll wheels and
up to 5 or more buttons. It also supports most RF mice.
The VGA versions of the switch support all VGA monitors up to a maximum resolution of
2048x1536. The DVI versions support DVI monitors with digital DVI-D single link signals. They
do not support analogue DVI RGB signals as used in DVI-I or DVI-A cables. If you want to use
analogue RGB signals, we recommend you use DVI to VGA adapters with the VGA version of
the CPU Switch Smart Audio!
The CPU Switch Smart Audio supports switching between the connected computers via
keyboard hotkeys (SCROLL LOCK twice and either cursor up/down, or port number key 1 to
2/4). The CPU Switch permanently emulates the keyboard and mouse connections of all
connected computers. This prevents error messages when switching between computers.
The CPU Switch Smart is a pure hardware solution and will therefore work with all operating
systems. It does not require any software installation - simply connect the cables between the
switch and your computers, and then turn on the computers.
Additionally, the CPU Switch Smart Audio features an intelligent Flash ROM design which
allows the firmware to be upgraded for future improvements.
Features
2/4 Port KVM Switch with audio support
VGA versions support display resolutions of up to 2048x1536, bandwidth 400MHz
DVI version supports DVI-D Single Link display resolutions
Permanent keyboard and mouse emulation
Hot-plug support - add or remove PCs without powering down the switch
Supports most popular PS/2 mice including dual scroll wheel, wireless and 5 or more
button types
Two methods of switching between computers: front panel push button or keyboard
hotkeys
Unique KVM cables feature integrated speaker and microphone connections
“Plug & Play” installation - no special software required
Flash upgradeable
Compatible with all major operating systems in any combination
Powered from the attached computers - no external power supply required
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Package Contents
CPU Switch Smart Audio (2 or 4 port depending on model)
2m KVM+Audio cables (2 or 4 depending on model). Please note these cables are
specially designed KVM+Audio cables that carry the speaker and microphone
signals via the PS/2 connectors.
This manual
Product Information
Front view:
Front panel
push button
Rear view (4 Port VGA model):
Speaker &
microphone
sockets
Console mouse &
keyboard ports
Power socket
for optional
power adapter
Console video
connection
LED port
indicator
Computer mouse
& keyboard ports
Computer
video ports
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Installation
Note: Make sure all of your computers are switched OFF before connecting them to the switch!
1. Connect the KVM+Audio cables to the keyboard, video, mouse, speaker out and
microphone in ports on each computer.
2. Connect the KVM+Audio cables to the computer connection ports on the switch.
3. Plug your keyboard, mouse, monitor, speakers and microphone into the console ports on
the switch.
4. Power on the monitor, computers and speakers.
Important: Please do not try to switch computers while they are booting up!
Using the CPU Switch Smart Audio
There are two methods of selecting computers: by using keyboard hotkeys or the button on the
front panel of the switch.
Front Panel Push button Selection:
The front panel button is used to select which connected computer is currently controlled by the
KVM Console. Pressing the button during normal operation will cause the next computer to be
selected. The status display will show the currently selected port.
Keyboard Hotkey Selection:
You can also select computers by switching ports using simple hot key sequences. To send
commands to the switch you must enter hotkey mode by pressing the Scroll Lock key twice
within 2 seconds. You will hear a beep to confirm that the keyboard is in hotkey mode. If you
do not press any further command key within 2 seconds the keyboard will revert to standard
O/S control.
Hotkey Commands
within 2 seconds
Scroll
Lock
Scroll
Lock
Scroll
Lock
+
+
+
Scroll
Lock
Scroll
Lock
Scroll
Lock
+
+
+
1 - 2/4
= previous computer
= next computer
= direct selection of computer 1 to 2/4
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S
B
Autoscan Mode
Scroll
Lock
Autoscan mode automatically cycles through each connected computer. The scan interval is 8
seconds.
Beep Function
Scroll
Lock
This command switches the beep on or off during Autoscan or when the front panel button is
pressed. The factory default value is ON.
Note: When you enter hotkey mode the beeper remains on for command confirmation, but key
presses within hot key mode do not beep!
Upgrading the Firmware
The CPU Switch Smart Audio’s firmware can be upgraded for future improvements and to
support future new functions of mice, keyboards, motherboards etc. There’s no need for any
extra cables or connection - the firmware is copied to the switch over the PS/2 connections.
1. The upgrade program must be run from a Windows PC connected to Port 1 on the CPU
Switch Smart Audio
2. Please contact LINDY Technical Support to obtain the upgrade program. The upgrade
software consists of the files illustrated below –
Scroll
+
Lock
SPACE BAR
Scroll
+
Lock
+
+
= select Autoscan
= exit Autoscan
= Beep on/off (Autoscan/front button & hotkey mode)
3. Once you have obtained the software you need to run the Setup program –
4. The following window will appear. Click OK, then restart your computer
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5. When the computer has restarted, click START > PROGRAMS > KVMDLOAD to launch
the upgrade application.
6. A window will appear. Click Browse and select the location of the software.
The upgrade file will end in the extension .hex.
7. Click the Upgrade button to continue. The following dialog box will appear:
Click YES to upgrade the CPU Switch Smart Audio firmware.
8. The upgrade file will now be transferred to the KVM switch and the process is complete.
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Troubleshooting
Please ensure that all cables are inserted correctly into the relevant ports. You may wish to
label each of the cables for easy identification and to avoid confusion later.
Note: When a computer is switched off, or in sleep or standby mode, then the monitor will not
show any display. (This is not the sign of a faulty switch!) Wake up your computer from sleep or
standby mode as you would in the normal way.
Power issues:
This KVM Switch draws its power from the ports of the connected computers. In certain
instance, some computers may not be able to supply enough power to the KVM switch. In this
case use the optional power supply (see optional accessories).
Booting up the computers:
Do NOT press any keys on the keyboard, or move the mouse whilst the connected computers
are booting up, as this may cause an error or prevent the keyboard and mouse from being
detected.
A computer does not boot up correctly (but it did before) or the keyboard or mouse does
not work on one computer (but they did before):
1. Please connect the mouse, keyboard and monitor directly to your computer and check if it
boots up correctly and all the devices work correctly.
2. If any device does not work correctly, check the correct drivers are installed and that
Windows Device Manager reports proper functionality. If you cannot make the device work
try a new device.
3. If all devices work correctly, connect the computer to another port of the CPU Switch, reboot
it and check if the problems are solved. If all is OK you should connect the computer to the
original port, reboot and check for correct operation. If problems persist, disconnect the
optional power supply and all computer KVM cables from the CPU switch. Make sure the
LED display switches off completely. Reconnect your devices and computer KVM cables –
this causes the CPU switch to reboot - and check if the problems are solved. If problems
persist, try the other tips and hotkey commands listed below.
The computers’ boot up correctly but the keyboard doesn’t work:
1. Make sure the keyboard and mouse connections have not been mixed up
2. Test the keyboard works OK when plugged directly into the computer
3. Try a different PS/2 keyboard
The computers’ boot up correctly but the mouse doesn’t work:
1. Check the correct mouse driver is installed on all computers connected to the switch
2. Test the mouse works OK when plugged directly into the computer
3. Make sure the mouse is a true PS/2 mouse. For combo mice always use the original adapter
supplied with your mouse, as there are many different versions
4. Avoid moving the mouse or pressing the buttons when switching ports
5. For non-standard PS/2 mice and mice which are not fully Microsoft compatible, contact
LINDY to obtain an updated version of the firmware which may support these products.
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M
P
If your 3/4/5 button mouse functions as only a 2 button mouse:
Try the following hotkey command to retrieve the full mouse functionality –
+
+
Scroll
Lock
Scroll
Lock
VGA Model
(LINDY No.)
+
+
= retrieve mouse
= hot-plug computer
DVI Model
(LINDY No.)
Scroll
Lock
Hot-plugging PC’s:
If you are connecting a PC that is already powered on, connect the PC mouse cable to the
switch first, followed by the keyboard cable. Use a port that is not currently selected by the CPU
Switch and switch to this port only after all cable connections have been made. If the hotplugged PC is not able to detect the mouse, use the ‘retrieve mouse’ hotkey command as
detailed above. If this is not successful you have to reboot the computer, most probably
because the operating system or computer hardware does not fully support the hot-plug
function.
Notebook computers:
If you are connecting a notebook computer we recommend you connect it to the switch before
powering it on, however if you do hot-plug the notebook and experience problems with
keyboard/mouse detection you can use the following hotkey command to establish connection –
Scroll
Lock
Optional Accessories
UK Power Supply LINDY No. 70238
Euro Power Supply LINDY No. 70237
US Power Supply LINDY No. 70239
KVM+Audio Cables:
Length
1m 33800 2m 33801 33810
3m 33802 33811
5m 33803 33812
* If you don’t need audio support you can use standard KVM cables to connect the
computers
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Benutzerhandbuch Deutsch
KURZANLEITUNG
1. Schalten Sie alle anzuschließenden Rechner und Geräte AUS.
2. Schließen Sie am CPU Switch Monitor, Maus, Tastatur und bei Bedarf
Lautsprecher und Mikrofon an.
3. Schließen Sie die beiliegenden KVM+Audio-Kabel an die entsprechen-
den Ports Ihrer Computer für Monitor, Maus, Tastatur, Lautsprecher
und Mikrofon an.
4. Schalten Sie nun zuerst den Monitor und dann die angeschlossenen
Computer ein.
5. Während des Bootvorganges der Computer sollten Sie die Ports am
CPU Switch NICHT umschalten !
6. Um zwischen den Computern hin und her zu schalten stehen zwei
Methoden zur Verfügung:
durch Drücken des Schalters an der Frontblende des CPU Switch oder
per Tastatur-Hotkey-Umschaltung. Drücken Sie dazu zweimal kurz die
„Rollen“-Taste auf Ihrer Tastatur und danach gleich (innerhalb von 2
Sekunden) die Cursor auf oder ab Taste oder die Tasten 1, 2, 3, oder 4
(nicht die im Ziffernblock) für den auszuwählenden Port.
Bitte beachten Sie darüber hinaus die weiteren Informationen und
vielfältigen Möglichkeiten im folgenden Teil des Handbuches
Einführung
Herzlichen Dank für den Kauf des LINDY CPU Switch Smart Audio. Wir sind überzeugt, dass
Sie eine gute Wahl getroffen haben und mit diesem Gerät zufrieden sein werden. Es gehört am
Markt zu den KVM-Umschaltern mit der umfangreichsten und besten Unterstützung für eine
Vielzahl von Maus- und Tasturtypen mit Ihren vielfältigen Sonderfunktionen.
Dieser CPU Switch Smart Audio erlaubt Ihnen, mehrere Computer von nur einer Konsole mit
Monitor, Maus, Tastatur und, bei Bedarf, Lautsprechern und Mikrofon zu bedienen. Er sorgt
damit für Ordnung und Übersichtlichkeit auf Ihrem Schreibtisch und spart darüber hinaus
Kosten auch für den Energiebedarf zusätzlicher Monitore.
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