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4 Port Dual Link DVI USB KVM
Switch with Audio
SV431DVIUAHR
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FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de- vice, 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
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Instruction Manual Instruction Manual Table of Contents Introduction ................................................................................... 1 Features ......................................................................................1 Package Contents .......................................................................1 System Requirements ................................................................... 2 Console Side ......................................................
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Instruction Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 4 Port Dual Link DVI USB KVM Switch. Offering convenient sharing of up to four directly connected com- puters as well as USB peripheral switching between computers, SV431D- VIUAHR connects to a DVI capable display to create the ideal switching solution for a broad range of multimedia environments, including SOHO (Small Office Home Office), HTPC applications etc. Features • All metal chassis for long-term durability •
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Instruction Manual System Requirements Console Side • One DVI monitor • One USB keyboard • One USB mouse • One 3.5mm microphone (optional) • One 3.5mm audio output device (optional) Computer Side • One DVI cable per computer • One USB A-B cable with Type-A and Type-B plug for USB devices Please Note: In place of using individual cables, StarTech.com offers a 6 ft. 4-in-1 USB, DVI, Audio, and Microphone KVM Switch Cable (USBDVI- 4N1A6) that can fulfill the functions of both cables in one
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Instruction Manual Installation PC BIOS Notice The following BIOS setup changes may be necessary for PC users. 1. In STANDARD CMOS, set HALT ON ERROR to ALL BUT KEYBOARD 2. In PNP AND PCI SETUP, set PNP OS INSTALLED to YES and set USB IRQ to ENABLED. Please Note: The SV431DVIUAHR provides USB keyboard and mouse switching from one computer to the other. If you plan to share other pe- ripherals, such as a CCD camera, printer or scanner, it is required to shut down the computer driver befor
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Instruction Manual Computer Connection 1. Use a male-to-male cable to connect from a computer’s DVI port to SV431DVIUAHR’s DVI port of PC side, as shown below. 2. Use a USB A-B Cable to connect from the SV431DVIUAHR’s USB port (B connector, square connector) to the USB port on the corresponding computer (A connector, flat connector), as shown below. Male-to-Male for Video One USB patch cable for both keyboard and mouse. Operation Front Panel 1. On-line LED & Selected LED When the LE
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Instruction Manual Auto Scan Auto Scan automatically scans through the connected computers one by one in a fixed interval (see Scan Time below). Please Note: The keyboard and mouse are inoperable during Auto Scan. Scan Time Scan time sets the interval at which connected computers will be scanned. The Scan Time options are 3, 8, 15 and 30 seconds. Please Note: Scan Time is automatically set to 3 seconds (default) when the SV431DVIUAHR loses power. To activate Auto Scan, hold down front pan
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Instruction Manual “FUNC” Button To ensure optimal video signal strength corresponding to the length or quality of the DVI cable being used, the user can press the “FUNC” button in combination with the other pushbuttons. Step 1. Press the “FUNC” button three times. The “FUNC” LED will flash one time per second. Step 2. Press “1” once or twice to adjust the equalization of the selected port input video strength. One beep will sound to indicate normal operation or two beeps to indicate enha
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Instruction Manual To select the audio signal from any port of 4 connected computers, the user can press “FUNC” button in combination with the other pushbuttons. Step 1. Press and hold the “FUNC” button. Either all 4 green LEDs will illumi- nate or just one green LED. If all four LEDs illuminate, the audio port is operating on the same channel as the selected computer. This is known as “tracking mode.” If just one green LED (the selected audio port) is illuminated, the audio port is not on
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Instruction Manual Rack Mount Kit for SV431DVIUAHR (Optional) The figure below shows how to attach optional mounting brackets and cable support (SV431RACK) to the SV431DVIUAHR for installation in a standard 19-inch rack cabinet. To the rack cabinet back post To the rack USB or monitor cabinet cables to the switch back post Two screws secure the cable support USB or monitor cables to the computer 8
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Instruction Manual Specifica tions Specification SV431DVIUAHR No. of computers supported 4 Front Panel Push Buttons 4 Front Panel Func Buttons 1 Hot plug-and-play Yes Automatic Scan Interval 3, 8, 15, 30 seconds Cable Length (Max) 4.6M(15ft) for USB Computer ON-LINE LED 4 Computer selected LED 4 Monitor Type DVI Peripheral Connectors per Host USB Type B x 1 Monitor DVI female x 1 Audio 3.5mm Microphone x 1 3.5mm Speaker x 1 Console Peripheral Connectors USB Type A x 4
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Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Ensure that all cables are properly connected. Label the cable for each computer to avoid confusion when connected to the SV431DVIUAHR. Symptom Causes Solution The keyboard or mouse In Auto Scan, keyboard Press any front button does not work and mouse are to select a computer, inoperable. then use the keyboard and mouse. Too many keyboards or mouse drivers installed. Remove ALL unnecessary keyboard and mouse drivers. A newly installed USB Improper devic
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Instruction Manual Symptom Causes Solution Computer hangs Device initialization Wait at least 5 up while switching takes too much time. seconds before computers. computer switching to ensure proper USB communication. Turn off the device driver (not keyboard or mouse) before computer switching. Auto Scan does All PCs are off or only Turn computers on. not switch PCs one PC is turned on. automatically and Scan mode works for the SV431DVIUAHR computers only if they beeps. are powered on
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Instruction Manual Technical Support StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commit- ment 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 three year warranty. In addition, StarTech. com warrants its products against defects in materials and workman- ship for the periods
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