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... 11 Hot Key Quick Reference Table 12 Switching the Audio/Mic 13 5. FAQs 24 7. Troubleshooting 26 Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting 30 8. Introduction 1 Package Contents 1 2. Table of Contents 1. Installing the KVM Switch 6 Pre-Configuration 6 Connecting the KVM Switch 7 Audio and Microphone Connections 8 Powering Up the Systems 9 4. Information 31 Overview 2 Feature Overview 2 Equipment Requirements 3 Unit Display Diagrams 4 Specifications 5 3. Firmware-Upgrade Guide 14 Upgrade Using the Windows Version Utility 14 Upgrade Using the Mac Version Utility 18...
... 11 Hot Key Quick Reference Table 12 Switching the Audio/Mic 13 5. FAQs 24 7. Troubleshooting 26 Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting 30 8. Introduction 1 Package Contents 1 2. Table of Contents 1. Installing the KVM Switch 6 Pre-Configuration 6 Connecting the KVM Switch 7 Audio and Microphone Connections 8 Powering Up the Systems 9 4. Information 31 Overview 2 Feature Overview 2 Equipment Requirements 3 Unit Display Diagrams 4 Specifications 5 3. Firmware-Upgrade Guide 14 Upgrade Using the Windows Version Utility 14 Upgrade Using the Mac Version Utility 18...
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... Power Supply 9V, 1.1A DC Adapter 2/4 SOHO USB Cable Kits, 6 ft. This compact, affordable Belkin OmniView KVM Switch is backed by a Belkin 3-Year Warranty and free technical support. 3 This User Manual will soon see for yourself why over multiple computers/servers from installation and 4 operation, to delivering high-quality, durable products at a competitive price. Our diverse line of quality KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment 1 to troubleshooting-in a variety of a problem...
... Power Supply 9V, 1.1A DC Adapter 2/4 SOHO USB Cable Kits, 6 ft. This compact, affordable Belkin OmniView KVM Switch is backed by a Belkin 3-Year Warranty and free technical support. 3 This User Manual will soon see for yourself why over multiple computers/servers from installation and 4 operation, to delivering high-quality, durable products at a competitive price. Our diverse line of quality KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment 1 to troubleshooting-in a variety of a problem...
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.... A special upgrade cable is on the KVM Switch. Overview Feature Overview Control multiple dual-head VGA/USB computers from one computer to 2048x1536, so you can use the same KVM cable that connects your computer. Built-In USB 2.0 Hub The SOHO KVM Switch features a built-in the box for easier installation. You don't have to change the KVM port or the audio/mic using these buttons. Cables All the required cables are 6 feet...
.... A special upgrade cable is on the KVM Switch. Overview Feature Overview Control multiple dual-head VGA/USB computers from one computer to 2048x1536, so you can use the same KVM cable that connects your computer. Built-In USB 2.0 Hub The SOHO KVM Switch features a built-in the box for easier installation. You don't have to change the KVM port or the audio/mic using these buttons. Cables All the required cables are 6 feet...
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... the Switch, one dual-head VGA/USB cable is powered off. Consider the following when deciding where to place the KVM Switch: whether or not you use the direct-access port selectors; F1D9105-15 6 Single-Switch Installation This section provides complete instructions for the hardware setup of the cables you intend to use to the KVM Switch or into your console; Cable - and the length of a single KVM Switch. (F1DH102L or F1DH104L) Important...
... the Switch, one dual-head VGA/USB cable is powered off. Consider the following when deciding where to place the KVM Switch: whether or not you use the direct-access port selectors; F1D9105-15 6 Single-Switch Installation This section provides complete instructions for the hardware setup of the cables you intend to use to the KVM Switch or into your console; Cable - and the length of a single KVM Switch. (F1DH102L or F1DH104L) Important...
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Connect the keyboard and mouse (also speaker 4 set and microphone) to the console port of the KVM Switch. 5 6 Step 2 Connect each of your computers to the console ports marked A and B. For a quick start on installation and operation, please follow the instructions below for installation. section Installing the KVM Switch Connecting the KVM Switch 1 The KVM Switch is a plug-and-play device for the 2 setup sequence: Step 1 3 Connect the monitors to the KVM 7 Switch, using the USB KVM cable, and audio and mic cables. 8 7
Connect the keyboard and mouse (also speaker 4 set and microphone) to the console port of the KVM Switch. 5 6 Step 2 Connect each of your computers to the console ports marked A and B. For a quick start on installation and operation, please follow the instructions below for installation. section Installing the KVM Switch Connecting the KVM Switch 1 The KVM Switch is a plug-and-play device for the 2 setup sequence: Step 1 3 Connect the monitors to the KVM 7 Switch, using the USB KVM cable, and audio and mic cables. 8 7
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... your KVM Switch. Using the mic cable attached to the pink mic jack in the "Console" section of the KVM Switch. 8 Using the KVM Cable, connect one end of the lime male 3.5mm plug to the speaker jack of your sound card or computer, and connect the other end to the pink mic jack of the KVM Switch. 3. Connect the Audio 1. Using the SOHO USB Cable Kit, connect one...
... your KVM Switch. Using the mic cable attached to the pink mic jack in the "Console" section of the KVM Switch. 8 Using the KVM Cable, connect one end of the lime male 3.5mm plug to the speaker jack of your sound card or computer, and connect the other end to the pink mic jack of the KVM Switch. 3. Connect the Audio 1. Using the SOHO USB Cable Kit, connect one...
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...use. You can be powered on simultaneously. Once all cables have been connected, power up before the computers. All computers can select which computer to the KVM Switch. There is established. 6 7 8 9 Your KVM Switch should now be ready for the video to display after switching... direct-access port selectors located on each port and allows your 3 computer to the refresh of the KVM Switch or through keyboard 4 hot-key commands. section Installing the KVM Switch Powering Up the Systems 1 The KVM Switch must be powered up the CPUs that takes place. The KVM Switch emulates...
...use. You can be powered on simultaneously. Once all cables have been connected, power up before the computers. All computers can select which computer to the KVM Switch. There is established. 6 7 8 9 Your KVM Switch should now be ready for the video to display after switching... direct-access port selectors located on each port and allows your 3 computer to the refresh of the KVM Switch or through keyboard 4 hot-key commands. section Installing the KVM Switch Powering Up the Systems 1 The KVM Switch must be powered up the CPUs that takes place. The KVM Switch emulates...
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... button in the center switches both the KVM Switch and audio for that specific computer at least three specific keystrokes (hot-key sequence = [ScrLk] + [ScrLk] + Command key(s)). For example: SCROLL LOCK CAPS F12 NUM LOCK LEFT_CTRL RIGHT_CTRL 10 Using the KVM Switch Selecting a Computer Using Direct-Access Port Selectors You can directly select which computer you wish to control by pressing the corresponding direct-access port selector next to work...
... button in the center switches both the KVM Switch and audio for that specific computer at least three specific keystrokes (hot-key sequence = [ScrLk] + [ScrLk] + Command key(s)). For example: SCROLL LOCK CAPS F12 NUM LOCK LEFT_CTRL RIGHT_CTRL 10 Using the KVM Switch Selecting a Computer Using Direct-Access Port Selectors You can directly select which computer you wish to control by pressing the corresponding direct-access port selector next to work...
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... & mic channel (Hot key: Joint-select PC and audio & mic channel, if binding is a top-row number key) x = 1~2 / x = 1~4 for PC channel no link established between KVM Switch and computer (via USB interface); Notes: 1. The USB keyboard hot keys allow faster and broader control of PC port and audio & mic switching. (Hot key: Once this feature is enabled) Hot Key Quick Reference Table 2-/4-Port SOHO KVM Switch with no . LED Information: Computer LED status (3 states: Lit/Flashing/Off). Flashing = Active port but...
... & mic channel (Hot key: Joint-select PC and audio & mic channel, if binding is a top-row number key) x = 1~2 / x = 1~4 for PC channel no link established between KVM Switch and computer (via USB interface); Notes: 1. The USB keyboard hot keys allow faster and broader control of PC port and audio & mic switching. (Hot key: Once this feature is enabled) Hot Key Quick Reference Table 2-/4-Port SOHO KVM Switch with no . LED Information: Computer LED status (3 states: Lit/Flashing/Off). Flashing = Active port but...
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... the KVM Switch firmware uploading. The KVM console keyboard, mouse, and monitor are connected to port 1 of the KVM Switch also need to be connected to the 14 host PC since the mouse is not used to perform the upgrade. The console monitor, mouse, and keyboard are described below. Connect the VGA cable and also the USB cable to the KVM Switch. We offer both Windows and Mac versions of the KVM Switch. Note: The power supply should...
... the KVM Switch firmware uploading. The KVM console keyboard, mouse, and monitor are connected to port 1 of the KVM Switch also need to be connected to the 14 host PC since the mouse is not used to perform the upgrade. The console monitor, mouse, and keyboard are described below. Connect the VGA cable and also the USB cable to the KVM Switch. We offer both Windows and Mac versions of the KVM Switch. Note: The power supply should...
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.... section Firmware-Upgrade Guide Step 3. A warning message box may appear if you have antivirus software running programs such as antivirus, system-monitoring, or automatic updates; otherwise, the stability of "Belkin Soho.exe", the firmware-upgrade utility program. A firmware file-selection dialog box appears. 15 Power on the host PC and copy/download the firmware-upgrade utility, 1 "Belkin Soho.exe", and the firmware-upgrade file, ".blk", from belkin.com/support. 2 Activate the Firmware-Upgrade Utility...
.... section Firmware-Upgrade Guide Step 3. A warning message box may appear if you have antivirus software running programs such as antivirus, system-monitoring, or automatic updates; otherwise, the stability of "Belkin Soho.exe", the firmware-upgrade utility program. A firmware file-selection dialog box appears. 15 Power on the host PC and copy/download the firmware-upgrade utility, 1 "Belkin Soho.exe", and the firmware-upgrade file, ".blk", from belkin.com/support. 2 Activate the Firmware-Upgrade Utility...
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... button on the different models, the KVM cables you use for example: "UCF-30-11-07.blk") and click "Open" to the Host PC Step 5. The KVM Switch has now entered into the upgrade mode. However, depending on the KVM Switch until you use will vary. Select the upgrade file (for connecting to the host PC. Step 6. Note: A special upgrade cable is indicated with a file extension such as ".blk". Firmware-Upgrade Guide Connect...
... button on the different models, the KVM cables you use for example: "UCF-30-11-07.blk") and click "Open" to the Host PC Step 5. The KVM Switch has now entered into the upgrade mode. However, depending on the KVM Switch until you use will vary. Select the upgrade file (for connecting to the host PC. Step 6. Note: A special upgrade cable is indicated with a file extension such as ".blk". Firmware-Upgrade Guide Connect...
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... the advancement of the KVM Switch where you 2 have the computer connected. The firmware-upgrade process is OK. Once the "Upgrade" button is pressed, the focus is immediately switched to the last button (port 2 on the 2-port model, port 4 on port 1 of the progress bar. Click "OK". If not, switch to the "Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting" section. Otherwise, the file upload will be interrupted and 8 the upgrade process will begin in...
... the advancement of the KVM Switch where you 2 have the computer connected. The firmware-upgrade process is OK. Once the "Upgrade" button is pressed, the focus is immediately switched to the last button (port 2 on the 2-port model, port 4 on port 1 of the progress bar. Click "OK". If not, switch to the "Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting" section. Otherwise, the file upload will be interrupted and 8 the upgrade process will begin in...
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... KVM cables for port 1 remain connected to the host computer. Finally, unplug the power cable from the console port of the KVM Switch and all the cables again to see whether it does, then this upgrade process was successfully completed. If it works fine with the new firmware. Power on the Mac host and copy/download the firmware-upgrade utility, "Belkin Soho.pkg", and the firmware-upgrade file, ".blk", to the "Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting" section. The power supply...
... KVM cables for port 1 remain connected to the host computer. Finally, unplug the power cable from the console port of the KVM Switch and all the cables again to see whether it does, then this upgrade process was successfully completed. If it works fine with the new firmware. Power on the Mac host and copy/download the firmware-upgrade utility, "Belkin Soho.pkg", and the firmware-upgrade file, ".blk", to the "Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting" section. The power supply...
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... upgrade process to power off the computer or disconnect the USB-cable connection. Click the "Browse" button and locate the firmware-upgrade file, which is indicated with a file extension such as ".blk". Select the upgrade file (for upload. Wait until the progress bar runs through the advancement of the KVM Switch where you click the "Upgrade" button, the file-transfer progress will be careful not to complete. Firmware-Upgrade Guide...
... upgrade process to power off the computer or disconnect the USB-cable connection. Click the "Browse" button and locate the firmware-upgrade file, which is indicated with a file extension such as ".blk". Select the upgrade file (for upload. Wait until the progress bar runs through the advancement of the KVM Switch where you click the "Upgrade" button, the file-transfer progress will be careful not to complete. Firmware-Upgrade Guide...
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... use the KVM Switch? What does flash-upgrade capability mean? The advanced video circuit in your KVM Switch works with non-USB-enabled SunTM and Mac operating systems using specially designated keyboard hot keys, or independently access the desired port by going to be installed in the KVM Switch supports a maximum resolution of port selection. No, the KVM Switch does not require any drivers or software to belkin.com. How does the KVM Switch allow the user to the KVM Switch...
... use the KVM Switch? What does flash-upgrade capability mean? The advanced video circuit in your KVM Switch works with non-USB-enabled SunTM and Mac operating systems using specially designated keyboard hot keys, or independently access the desired port by going to be installed in the KVM Switch supports a maximum resolution of port selection. No, the KVM Switch does not require any drivers or software to belkin.com. How does the KVM Switch allow the user to the KVM Switch...
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... refresh-rate setting on your computer. • Connect the monitor directly into the computer with which you are having trouble to verify that the graphics card you are using supports the resolution and refresh-rate setting on my monitor. Troubleshooting VIDEO Problem: I am getting a black screen on my monitor. Solution: • Check that all video cables are inserted properly. • If you are not using a power adapter, check that...
... refresh-rate setting on your computer. • Connect the monitor directly into the computer with which you are having trouble to verify that the graphics card you are using supports the resolution and refresh-rate setting on my monitor. Troubleshooting VIDEO Problem: I am getting a black screen on my monitor. Solution: • Check that all video cables are inserted properly. • If you are not using a power adapter, check that...
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... you are using a mouse driver that the keyboard cable between the KVM Switch and the 3 computer is connected properly. Tighten any loose connections. • Try swapping your keyboard, uninstall it and install the standard Microsoft keyboard driver. 6 MOUSE 7 Problem: Mouse is lost when I switch to a different channel. 8 Solution: • Check that the mouse you are using is connected properly to regain mouse function. • Deactivate power-management schemes...
... you are using a mouse driver that the keyboard cable between the KVM Switch and the 3 computer is connected properly. Tighten any loose connections. • Try swapping your keyboard, uninstall it and install the standard Microsoft keyboard driver. 6 MOUSE 7 Problem: Mouse is lost when I switch to a different channel. 8 Solution: • Check that the mouse you are using is connected properly to regain mouse function. • Deactivate power-management schemes...
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... mouse. GENERAL Problem: My computer does not boot when connected to the KVM Switch and works fine when I switch from one mouse driver installed. • Make sure that the driver is either for a standard USB mouse or a PS/2 or USB mouse compatible with Microsoft. • Avoid moving the mouse or pressing the mouse button when switching ports on the KVM Switch. • You can reset the mouse and...
... mouse. GENERAL Problem: My computer does not boot when connected to the KVM Switch and works fine when I switch from one mouse driver installed. • Make sure that the driver is either for a standard USB mouse or a PS/2 or USB mouse compatible with Microsoft. • Avoid moving the mouse or pressing the mouse button when switching ports on the KVM Switch. • You can reset the mouse and...
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... the KVM Switch and I use a Mac computer. Windows should automatically install the drivers.) 4 Problem: 5 Some of the keys on my keyboard are using a PC keyboard on a Mac computer, a few of the option keys on your sound configuration. • Make sure that the speakers you are using are functioning properly. 29 Solution: • Check that the sound is enabled on each computer. (To install the HID USB driver, 3 connect a USB mouse and USB...
... the KVM Switch and I use a Mac computer. Windows should automatically install the drivers.) 4 Problem: 5 Some of the keys on my keyboard are using a PC keyboard on a Mac computer, a few of the option keys on your sound configuration. • Make sure that the speakers you are using are functioning properly. 29 Solution: • Check that the sound is enabled on each computer. (To install the HID USB driver, 3 connect a USB mouse and USB...