StarTech.com SV215MICUSBA User Manual

2 Port VGA + USB Cable KVM
Switch with Audio
SV215MICUSBA
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 har mful 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 that to which the receiver •
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.•
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................... 1
Features ......................................................................................1
Package Contents .......................................................................1
Requirements ................................................................................. 2
Console Requirements ................................................................2
Computer Requirements .............................................................2
Hardware Guide ............................................................................. 3
Installation ...................................................................................... 4
Operation ........................................................................................ 4
Hotkey Configuration ...................................................................5
Hotkey Summary Table ................................................................5
Scan Interval Table ....................................................................... 6
Keyboard Emulation Mapping ......................................................7
Specifications ............................................................................... 8
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 9
Technical Support ......................................................................... 10
Warranty Information .................................................................... 10
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com SV215MICUSBA 2 Port VGA + USB Cable KVM Switch with Audio. Supporting superior video quality with resolutions up to 2048x1536, this KVM on-a-cable switch is an ideal solution to access and control two desktop computers.
Includes all necessary cables to share one monitor, keyboard, mouse, •
and speakers across two computers
Provides independent audio/microphone switching to provide an unin- •
terrupted audio experience
Compatible with Mac, Linux, or PC based computers•
Ideal for SOHO, gaming, and multimedia production environments•
Features
Compatible with all USB supported operating systems •
Complete micro design saves space and money •
Computer selection by Remote selector and keyboard hotkeys •
Designed for high-resolution applications: 2048x1536 analog resolution •
with DDC2B
Hot Pluggable - add or remove computers without having to power •
down the computers
LED indicators for easy status monitoring •
USB 2.0/1.1 specification compliant •
Package Contents
1 x 2 Port Integrated KVM•
1 x User’s Manual•
1 x Remote Selector •
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Requirements
Console Requirements
A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution •
that will be used on any computer involved in the installation
A USB Keyboard•
A USB Mouse•
Computer Requirements
An available VGA, SVGA or Multisync video port•
Two available USB Type A ports•
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Hardware Guide
Remote
Selector Input
*
To Host 1
To Console
* The cable connecting the Master unit to Host 1 is 24”, while the cable connecting the Console unit to Host 2 is 47”.
To link the SV215MICUSBA to the console display unit, use a Male-Male VGA cable to connect the blue Console connector to the VGA port on the display device being used. Connect the remaining Console connectors to the speakers, microphone, and USB Keyboard/Mouse, according to the following color coding:
Color Connection
Pink
Purple
Green
Blue
Black
To connect a host to the SV215MICUSBA, connect the blue VGA cable to your computer’s VGA port. Connect the remaining cable-ends to the corresponding USB and 3.5mm ports (keyboard, mouse, speakers, and microphone), as appropriate, based on the color coding detailed above.
Microphone (optional)
USB Keyboard
3.5” Audio
VGA
USB Mouse
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Installation
Before you begin, ensure that the power to all the devices you will be connecting has been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. Otherwise, the switch will receive power from the computer. To prevent damage to your equipment, make sure that all the devices you will be connecting are properly grounded.
Plug your keyboard, monitor, and mouse into the corresponding ports 1. on the SV215MICUSBA. The keyboard and mouse ports are labeled with an icon to distinguish them. Note: When using a wireless composite keyboard and mouse, its USB cable must plug into the keyboard port in order for the Hotkeys to function.
Plug your speakers into the speaker jack on the SV215MICUSBA. 2. Note: This step is optional.
Plug the USB, video, and speaker connectors of the attached KVM 3. cables into their respective ports on the computers you are installing.
Turn on the power to the computers. 4. Please Note: The SV215MICUSBA’s Power On default is to link to the first computer you turn on.
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Operation
There are two ways to select the host computer you wish to broadcast to the console: the Remote Selector, and Hotkey Mode. If you wish to use the Remote Selector to switch between host computers, simply connect it to the Remote Selector Input (shown on pg.3). To switch between host computers, press the button on the remote selector, pictured below.
Port Selection Button
Hotkey Conguration
Invoking Hotkey Mode
All Hotkey operations begin by tapping the Scroll Lock key twice. The tables on the following page describe the action that each hotkey opera­tion performs.
Please Note: The default hotkey invocation key is the Scroll Lock key, but the Ctrl key can also be used.
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Hotkey Summary Table
Once Hotkey mode has been invoked, key in one of the following values (keys) to perform the corresponding function:
Hotkey Sequence Action
Toggles the KVM and Audio focus between the
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]
[Enter]
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]
[x] [Enter]
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]
[k] [Enter]
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]
[s] [Enter]
[Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]
[a] [Enter] [n]
two ports.
Note: If the KVM and Audio focus are on different ports, only the KVM focus switches.
Toggles the hotkey invocation key between the Scroll Lock key and the Control key
Only toggles the KVM focus.
Only toggles the audio focus.
Starts Auto Scan. KVM focus cycles from port to port at n second intervals.
Note: The n stands for the number of seconds that the focus dwells on a port before switching to the other one.Replace the n with a number between 1 and 4 when entering this hotkey combination.
Scan Interval Table
n Seconds
1 3
2 5
3 10
4 20
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Keyboard Emulation Mapping
To initialize Mac keyboard mapping, please execute the following hotkey sequence:
[scroll],[scroll], [F2], [Enter]
or
[ctrl] [ctrl] [F2] [Enter]
Once this has been done, the following keyboard mapping will apply:
PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard
[Shift] Shift
[Ctrl] Ctrl
[Ctrl], 1
[Ctrl], 2
[Ctrl], 3
[Ctrl], 4
[ÿ]
F12
[Alt] L Alt/Option
[Prt_Sc] F13
[Scroll Lock] F14
[Desktop Menu] =
PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard
[Enter] Return
[Back Space] Delete
[Ins] Help
[Ctrl] [Win] F15
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Specications
Function Specification
Computer Connection 2
Port Selection Hotkey, Pushbutton
Keyboard
Video 1 x HDB-15 Male (Blue)
Console
Ports
Connectors
KVM Ports
Remote Switch 1 x Mini Stereo Jack
LEDs Selected 2 (Green)
Cable
Length
Emulation Keyboard/Mouse USB
Console
Computers 0.6m, 1.2m
Video 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz; DDC2B
Mouse 1 x USB Type A Female (Black)
Speaker
Microphone
Keyboard 2 x USB Type A Male (Purple)
Video 2 x HDB15 Male (Blue)
Mouse 2 x USB Type A Male (Black)
Speaker
Microphone
KB/Mouse 0.15m
Video 1.2m
1 x USB Type A Female
1 x Mini Stereo Jack Female
1 x Mini Stereo Jack Female
2 x Mini Stereo Plug Male
2 x Mini Stereo Plug Male
(Purple)
(Green)
(Pink)
(Green)
(Pink)
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Function Specification
Operating Temp. 0-50°C
Environment
Physical
Properties
Storage Temp. -20-60°C
Humidity 0-80% RH, Non-condensing
Housing Plastic
Weight 0.40kg
Dimensions (L x W x H) 8.10 x 6.90 x 2.60 cm
Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Unplug the keyboard/mouse from the Console Keyboard Port, then plug it back in.
Resend the Hotkey command ­press and release each key in the sequence individually.
Turn off the computers; wait 5 seconds; turn the computers back on
Select a lower resolution and/or bandwidth.
Keyboard and/or Mouse Not Responding
Video Problems
Keyboard/Mouse need to be reset.
Hotkey sequence has been input incorrectly.
Switch needs to be reset.
Resolution and/or Refresh rate set too high
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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 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
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