Network Technologies UNIMUX-USBV-2 User Manual
NTI
NETWORK
R
TECHNOLOGIES
INCORPORATED
1275 Danner Dr
Aurora, OH 44202
www.networktechinc.com
Tel:330-562-7070
Fax:330-562-1999
UNIMUX
TM
Series
UNIMUX-USBV-2
2-Port USB KVM Switch
Installation and Operation Manual
MAN027 Rev Date 2/15/2007
TRADEMARK
UNIMUX is a trademark of Network Technologies Inc in the U.S. and other countries.
COPYRIGHT
Copyright © 2003-2007 by Network Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored
in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without the prior written consent of Network Technologies Inc, 1275 Danner Drive, Aurora, Ohio 44202.
CHANGES
The material in this guide is for information only and is subject to change without notice. Network Technologies Inc reserves the
right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.
MAN027 Rev Date 2/15/2007
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................................1
MATERIALS....................................................................................................................................................................1
FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS.......................................................................................................................................2
INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................................................................3
Connect User Devices.................................................................................................................................................3
Connect to a CPU........................................................................................................................................................4
Power Up.....................................................................................................................................................................5
Limitations....................................................................................................................................................................5
USING THE NTI SWITCH...............................................................................................................................................6
CPU Select ..................................................................................................................................................................6
Keyboard Control.........................................................................................................................................................6
Command Mode..........................................................................................................................................................7
Scan Mode...................................................................................................................................................................8
Broadcast Mode...........................................................................................................................................................8
Normal Mode...............................................................................................................................................................8
Mice and Trackballs with MACs ..................................................................................................................................8
KEYBOARD FEATURES................................................................................................................................................9
Keyboard-To-Computer Translation............................................................................................................................9
Translation Capabilities ............................................................................................................................................9
Translation Tables ....................................................................................................................................................9
International Sun Keyboards ..................................................................................................................................10
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................................................................12
WARRANTY INFORMATION........................................................................................................................................13
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1- Make user device and power connections..........................................................................................................................3
Figure 2- Connect to a USB CPU......................................................................................................................................................4
Figure 3- Compatible device combinations........................................................................................................................................5
Figure 4- Flashing LED for Scan Mode indication..............................................................................................................................8
Figure 5- Keyboard configurations...................................................................................................................................................10
MAN027 Rev Date 2/15/2007
NTI UNIMUX 2-PORT USB KVM SWITCH
INTRODUCTION
The UNIMUX-USBV-2 (formerly referred to as KEEMUX-USBV-2U) USB KVM switch allows one user to access two USB CPUs
with only one USB keyboard, USB mouse, and 15HD VGA monitor. Internal microprocessors allow both CPUs to boot
simultaneously and error-free. Port selection is accomplished by a front panel push button or commands typed on the keyboard.
Types of User Input Devices Supported:
• USB keyboard with Windows
• USB keyboard with SUN layout
• USB keyboard with MAC layout with mouse
• USB Mouse - (up to 3 buttons)
• USB IntelliMouse® (scrollwheel)
• NTI USB-Sun Adapter
• USB Hub
• Microsoft, Logitech, and Kensington mice/trackballs
Types of CPUs Supported:
Any USB CPU supporting USB version 1.0 or above including:
• USB WINxx
• USB MAC
• USB SUN
NOTE: UNIMUX-USBV-2 is fully compliant with USB standards (1.0, 1.1)
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MATERIALS
Materials Supplied with this kit:
• NTI UNIMUX-USBV-2U USB KVM Switch
• 120V at 60Hz-5VDC/0.5A AC Adapter (Domestic Only) OR 120/240V at 50/60Hz -5VDC/2.0A AC Adapter (Foreign or
Domestic)
• Line Cord, country specific (only supplied when 120/240V AC adapter is supplied)
Materials Not Supplied, BUT REQUIRED:
A set of 2 cables for each USB CPU being connected to the switch must be used:
Legend:
xx is the length of the cable in feet
M is an abbreviation for meters
MM indicates male-to-male connector
Cables can be purchased from Network Technologies Inc by calling (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) in the US and Canada or
(330) 562-7070 (worldwide).
• VEXT-xx-MM for monitor interface
• USB-AB-xM for device (keyboard and mouse) interface.
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NTI UNIMUX 2-PORT USB KVM SWITCH
FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
1. 5VDC- connection jack for the AC adapter
2. USB DEVICES- USB type A female receptacles- for connection of user USB device(s)
3. CPU Status/Mode LEDs- for visual indication of switch connection between the user and a specific CPU as well
as mode status
4. CPU Select Switch- push to manually switch to a specific CPU or to change the switch operating mo de
5. MONITOR- for connection of the user video monitor
6. VIDEO x- Video connectors- for connecting video cables from CPUs
7. CPU x- USB type B female receptacles-for connection of USB device cables from CPUs
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