USB DVI KVM with Cables
Dual Port Compact USB DVI KVM with Cables and Audio Switching
SV211KDVI
Instruction Manual
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Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Hardware Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
KVM Switcher Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Front Panel Pushbuttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Keyboard Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
KVM Switcher Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Start Auto-scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Stop Auto-scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
KVM Switcher Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Fix Audio Port at PC x . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Auto-scan Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
USB Device Sharing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com Dual Port Compact USB DVI KVM with Cables
and Audio Switching. Supporting both digital and analog video signal transmissions for
display resolutions of up to 1600x1200 (digital) and 2048x1536 (analog), this compact and
attractive switch provides access and control of two DVI enabled computers, as well as
independent audio/microphone switching that provides an uninterrupted audio experience,
even if you switch to the secondary computer.
Features
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Support for high display resolution: 1920 x 1200 (digital), 2048 x 1536 (analog)
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Compact design
Compatible with all USB supported Operating Systems
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USB 2.0 Hub
System requirements:
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Two PC or Mac-based computers with DVI Video out and USB control capability
A USB capable operating system installed on each computer
A peripheral control set (Mouse, Keyboard)
A DVI monitor
Package contents:
This package should contain:
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1 x Dual Port Compact USB DVI KVM Switch
1 x Power Adapter
2 x 4’ DVI, Audio and Mic combo cables
2 x 4’ USB cables
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Hardware Guide
Front Panel
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Rear Panel
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Microphone IN port
Speaker OUT port
Console Display DVI OUT port
Shared USB ports
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Power Button
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DC 5V Power IN port
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USB Connection (for control peripherals) to Computer 2
DVI Input (from Computer 2)
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USB Connection (for control peripherals) to Computer 1
DVI Input (from Computer 1)
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Installation
This section details how to install the optional software, as well as how to make the
necessary physical connections between your peripherals and the KVM switch. For best
results, ensure that all of the computers to be controlled are located as close as possible
to the KVM switch and console peripherals (monitor, keyboard, mouse), as this will reduce
the length of cabling required and reduces the chance of interference.
KVM Switcher Software
1. For each computer that will be connected to the KVM switch, please insert the
companion CD ROM into your CD drive. The installation program USBKVMIn.exe should
run automatically, however if it does not, please locate the file on the disk and double-click
on the icon to launch the application:
Please note: If the installation software does not launch from the included Software CD, please copy
it to your local hard disk and attempt to install it locally.
Please note: The KVM Switcher software is recommended for use on computers running Windows
98SE or higher, or Mac OS 10.4 (Tiger) or higher.
2. When the software Welcome Screen appears, please click on Software Installation for
Windows/Mac to begin installation, and follow the on-screen instructions to completion.
Once the software has been installed, you will see a KVM Switcher icon on the system tray
of your desktop. Right-click on the icon to launch the operation menu, or double-click to
evoke the configuration box.
KVM Switcher Icon (Windows)
KVM Switcher Icon (Mac)
Other icons:
Windows
Mac
No live connection detected
Current Active connection on port 1
Current Active connection on port 2
Please note that the KVM Switcher Software supports both Windows and Mac OS
operating system; for other operating systems such as Linux, the hotkey combination
Scroll Lock + Scroll Lock can still be used as long as the computer is PC-based.
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3. Connect the shared USB keyboard, mouse, monitor, speaker/headphone and
microphone to the corresponding port on the front panel of the KVM Switch.
4. Connect each of the Computer connections (USB and DVI) to the computers you wish
to control, using the included 3-in-1 KVM combo cables.
5. Optional: Connect the shared speaker and microphone to the appropriate ports on the
front panel of the KVM Switch.
Configuration Diagram
PC 1
PC 2
Please note: On some older computers, you may be required to manually enable the USB option in
the BIOS, prior to being able to use a USB control set (mouse and keyboard).
Operation
There are three methods to control your KVM Switch for PC and Audio/Mic channel
selection: front panel pushbuttons, hotkey sequences or the KVM Switcher Software.
Front Panel Pushbuttons
The front panel pushbuttons provide direct control over KVM switching operation. Simply
press the button to switch to the corresponding PC port (as well as the audio/mic
channel ports if binding is enabled). By default, PC port switching and audio/mic port
switching are bound together, unless you bind the audio to a specific port.
Please note: You can use the front panel pushbuttons to switch to an empty port (not
connected to a slave computer), but the keyboard hotkeys or KVM Switcher Software
cannot perform the same function.
Keyboard Hotkeys
Please note: Each keystroke within a hotkey sequence should be pressed within two
seconds. Otherwise, the hotkey sequence will not be validated
Please note: After switching ports, you must wait until the KVM Switcher icon updates
accurately in the taskbar, before switching again.
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Please note: Hotkeys are only functional while the computer is operating system is
running. If you wish to switch computer control during the boot phase, please use the
front panel pushbuttons as necessary.
User Definable Hotkeys: Hotkey sequence = Ctrl + Alt + [command key]. Please note
that these three keys must be pressed simultaneously. Upon the release of the keys, the
switching action will be executed.
Universal Hotkeys Sequence: Scroll Lock + Scroll Lock switches to the next port.
KVM Switcher Software (Windows platform only)
Right-click on the KVM Switcher icon in the taskbar to evoke the operation menu, then
select whichever PC is available for switching. Once you select a PC channel, it will
immediately switch to the selected channel. Please note that the unconnected ports or
the active port will be grayed out (non-selectable).
Windows:
Operating
Menu
Configuration
Dialog Box
Mac:
Configuration
Dialog Box
Operating
Menu
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To change the command key, simply enter it into the field provided in the Configuration
Dialog Box. Depending on the command key you’ve designated in the KVM Switcher
Software, to switch to PC ‘x’:
Hotkey sequence = Ctrl + Alt + [command key]*
*The default hotkey setting is CTRL + ALT + 1/2 for PCs 1 and 2. You
can also use Scroll Lock + Scroll Lock to switch to the other computer
Please note: If you intend to modify the command key, you have to modify them
on each of the computers computers connected to the switch.
Start Auto-scan
Right-click the KVM Switcher icon in the taskbar to evoke the operating menu, then
select Start Auto-scan to activate auto-scanning.
Stop Auto-scan
While auto-scanning, right-click the KVM Switcher icon to evoke the operating menu,
then select Stop Auto-scan to de-activate auto-scanning. Alternatively, you can press
any button on the front panel to stop this function.
KVM Switcher Configuration
Right-click the KVM Switcher icon and select Settings or double-click the icon to bring
up the configuration dialog box.
Fix Audio Port at PC x
Check this option, then select the PC to which you wish to fix the audio/mic channel.
Once selected, the audio/mic channel will be fixed, and become non-switchable.
Auto-scan Period
Select the Auto-scan period from 10 - 60 seconds, available in increments of 5 seconds.
This setting will define the length of time the KVM Switch will wait before switching to the
next PC.
USB Device Sharing
The USB ports on the front panel of the switch are normally used for keyboard and mouse
connections. However, they are USB 2.0 hub ports, and can easily be connected to any
USB devices so that you can easily switch and share the connected devices among the two
connected computers:
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Specifications
Dimensions
(LxWxH)
154 mm (6.06”) x 65.5 mm (2.58”) x 27 mm (1.06”)
Regulatory
Certifications
ROHS, CE, WEEE, FCC
PC Port
2 x USB Type B
Connectors
2 x DVI-I (integrated with audio&mic)
2 x USB Type A (Keyboard & Mouse & USB 2.0/1.1 Devices)
1x DVI 15-pin female
1 x 3.5mm audio jack
Console Port
Connectors
1 x 3.5mm mic jack
VGA Resolution
Power Type
1920 x 1200 (digital) / 2048 x 1536 (analog)
DC 5V2A power receptacle
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
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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