Tripp Lite B034-002-R User Manual

User’s Manual

2-Port USB KVM Switch

with Built-in Cables

and Audio

Model #: B034-002-R

NOTE: Follow these instructions and operating procedures to ensure correct
performance and to prevent damage to this unit or to its connected devices.

Copyright © 2004 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of
their respective owners. The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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This package should consist of:

• 1 B034-002-R KVM Switch

• 1 User Manual

• LED display for easy status monitoring

• Superior video resolution - up to 1920x1440;
DDC,DDC2,DDC2B

Table of Contents

Features....................................................................p. 2

System Requirements ..............................................p. 3

Components ............................................................p. 4

Hardware Installation ..............................................p. 4

Operation ................................................................p. 5

Specifications ..........................................................p. 7

Certification/Warranty ............................................p. 8

Features

• Control two USB computers from a single USB
console (monitor, USB mouse and USB keyboard)

• Share speakers between systems

• Built-in cables (6 ft. long)

• Supports Microsoft Intellimouse, Logitech
FirstMouse+, MouseMan+, and others

• Convenient Hot Keys for fast port selection right
from the keyboard

• USB keyboard & mouse emulation for error-free
booting

• Hot pluggable - add or remove computers without
powering off the KVM switch

• Plug-n-Play monitor support

• AutoScan mode for monitoring computers

• Easy to install - No software required, no installation
routines

System Requirements

Console

• A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the
highest resolution that will be used on either of the
computers

• A USB keyboard

• A USB mouse

• Speakers and microphone with 3.5mm plug
(optional for audio)

Computers

Each PC must have:

• A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync port

• A USB port(s) for a keyboard and a mouse

• Speaker and microphone port with a 3.5mm plug
(optional for audio)

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Components

Front View Console Ports:

1 USB keyboard
2 VGA
3 USB mouse

Top View & Cable View:

4 Status indicator LEDs
5 Microphone and

speaker ports

6 Microphone

connectors

7 Speaker connectors
8 USB keyboard/mouse

connectors

9 VGA connectors

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Hardware Installation

Important Warning: Before starting, make sure that

the power to both computers and all the devices you are
planning to connect is off.

Note: To prevent damage due to ground potential differ­ences, make sure that all devices are properly grounded.
Tripp Lite will not be responsible for damage caused in
this way.

Connecting the Console

1. Power off all computers.

2. Connect a USB keyboard to the keyboard port on the
front of the KVM

3. Connect a USB mouse to the mouse port on the front
of the KVM.

4. Connect your monitor cable to the VGA port on the

front panel of the KVM.

5. Connect your speakers and microphone to the correct
ports on the side of the KVM (these are optional)

Connecting the Computers

1. Connect the KVM's built-in USB cable to the USB
port on your first computer.

2. Connect the KVM's built-in VGA cable to the VGA
port on your first computer.

3. Connect the speaker port (green) and the microphone
port (pink) to the appropriate ports on the computer
(optional)

4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for your second computer.

5. Power on your computers, and refer to operation
instruction.

Connecting USB Devices to the KVM (Optional)

1. You can share USB peripherals by connecting a USB
hub to the either USB port on the console side of the
KVM. When the hub is connected, then you can
connect the peripherals to any ports on the hub.
Remember to also connect the mouse if you used the
mouse port (or keyboard if you used the keyboard port).

Operation (Hot Key Port Selection)

The B034-002-R allows you to access either computer
using simple Hot Key keystroke functions directly from
your keyboard.

Switching Ports:

Press the "NUM LOCK" key twice within two seconds
to switch control from one computer to the other.

"[NUM LOCK], [NUM LOCK]"

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Note: The LED on the top of the KVM will illuminate
in green to indicate which port has been selected.

AutoScan Mode:

The AutoScan feature allows you to monitor the activity
of the connected computers at regular 10 second inter­vals without having to take the trouble of switching
ports yourself.

To invoke AutoScan Mode press the "NUM LOCK" key
four times within two seconds.

"[NUM LOCK], [NUM LOCK],
[NUM LOCK], [NUM LOCK]"

Note: 1. The interval between these two keys should be

no more than 0.5 seconds. Once the scanning begins, it
continues until you press "NUM LOCK" twice to exit
AutoScan Mode. 2. The flashing LED on the top of the
unit indicates that the connected computer is currently
in the AutoScan mode. To exit the AutoScan Mode
press the "NUM LOCK" key twice within two seconds.

Specifications

Computer Connections:

Keyboard / Mouse 2 sets: USB A-type
Monitor 2 sets: HB15 Male
Speakers 2 sets: 3.5mm Male
Microphone 2 sets: 3.5mm Male

Console Connections:

Keyboard USB A-type
Mouse USB A-type
Monitor HB15 Female
Speakers 3.5mm Female

Microphone 3.5mm Female
Port LEDs 2
Switching Hotkeys
Scan Interval 10 Seconds
Resolution 1920 x 1440 @75Hz
Dimensions (W x D x H) 3in. x 4in. x 1in.
Weight 1lb
Operating Temp 32° to 104° F
Storage Temp -4° to 140° F
Humidity 0 - 80% RH, non-condensing
Warranty 1 Year

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