Micro USB KVM Switch
2 Port Micro USB KVM Kit with Audio and Cables
SV211KUSB
Instruction Manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installing the KVM Client application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Connecting console components to the KVM switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Connecting computers to the KVM switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Using the KVM Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Using the face-panel buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Using predefined hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
KVM Switcher software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Accessory Products from StarTech.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 2-port Micro USB KVM Kit. This product
allows you to access and control two USB-enabled computers and features an
independant audio/mic switching function that offers uninterrupted audio, even while
connected to another computer. For PCs running Windows systems, SV211KUSB
provides an easy-to-use KVM Client application to facilitate switching operations such as
PC selection and hotkey sequence programming, autoscanning, autoscan delay time
programming and independent/simultaneous audio and PC switching.
Features
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USB 1.1 compliant
Also switches audio for a complete multimedia sharing solution
Optional Windows-based Switching Software provides configurable hotkeys
LED indicators for easy status monitoring
High VGA resolution 2048 x 1536
Powered by USB
Before You Begin
System Requirements
• Console: USB keyboard (1), USB mouse (1), VGA Monitor (1), speakers (optional),
microphone (optional)
• Controlled systems: USB keyboard and mouse support, VGA video out, speaker out
(optional), microphone out (optional)
Contents
This package should contain:
• Micro USB KVM Switch (1)
• 4 ft. (1.2m) USB + Video Data Cable (2)
• 4 ft. (1.2m) Audio Cable (2)
• Instruction Manual (1)
• Software CD
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Installation
This section details how to install the optional Windows-based software, as well as how
to make the necessary physical connections between your peripherals and the KVM
switch. For best results, ensure that all 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.
Installing the KVM Client application
Please note: The KVM Software supports only the Windows operating system. When
using other operating systems such as Linux, you can still use the keyboard hotkey
ScrLK + ScrLK to switch PCs, however this hotkey is not available on non-PC platforms
such as Mac OS, however an IBM keyboard can be used at the console to control Apple
Mac computers.
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.
2. After the installation is completed, you will see a KVM Switcher icon on the system
tray of your Windows desktop. Right-click to evoke the operation menu, and double-
click to evoke the configuration box. Please see Page 4 for configuration options.
Connecting console components to the KVM Switch
1. Place the KVM switch in close proximity to the keyboard, mouse and monitor you
wish to use as the console controls.
2. Connect the monitor to the VGA port located on the side of the switch, as labeled with
a monitor icon.
3. Connect a USB keyboard to the Type A connector under CONSOLE, marked with a
keyboard icon on the front of the switch.
4. Connect a USB mouse to the Type A connector under CONSOLE, marked with a
mouse icon on the front of the switch.
5. Connect speakers to the green 3.5mm phono connector under CONSOLE (optional).
6. Connect a microphone to the pink 3.5mm phono connector under CONSOLE
(optional).
Connecting Computers to the KVM Switch
This section describes how to connect the computers you wish to control to the KVM
switch.
1. Remove any existing keyboards, mice, monitors, speakers, and microphones from the
computer.
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2. Using a USB + Video Data Cable, connect one end (blue) to the video
out connector on computer 1. (This will be the same connector from which you
disconnected the monitor in step 1, if applicable.) Connect the opposite end to the
VGA port on the back of the KVM Switch.
3. Plug the USB portion of the USB + Video Data Cable into an available USB port on
computer 1.
4. Optional: If you wish to use audio, plug the slim 3-in-1 KVM combo cable into the mic
and speaker out ports. Insert the opposite end of the cable (USB mini-B) into the
port located on the side of the switch denoted as PC1.
5. Repeat the above process to connect the second computer.
Using the KVM Switch
There are three methods of controlling your KVM Switch for PC and Audio/Mic channel
selection:
(1) Using the face-panel buttons: The face-panel button allows you to have direct
control over KVM switching operation. Simply pressing the button will switch to the
corresponding PC port ans audio/mic channel (if enabled). By default, PC port
switching and audio/mic port switching are bound together.
(2) Using predefined hotkeys: SV211KUSB features Universal hotkeys for PC toggle-
switching. Please note: that each keystroke within a hotkey sequence should be
pressed within 2 seconds. Otherwise, the hotkey sequence will not be validated.
Also, please note that hotkeys are only functional after the PCs have fully booted into
the Operating System. If you want to switch PCs prior to fully booting, please switch
manually, using the face-panel buttons to switch. The following table illustrates
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various hotkey sequences that can be used with the switch:
Command Name
Hotkey Sequence
Description
Switches access to the computer connected to the
corresponding port number on the KVM.
([x]= a number on the keyboard)
Select active computer
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[x]
Switches which corresponding port number has access to
the to the devices connected to the KVM’s USB hub.
([Fx] = Function key: F1=Port 1, F2=Port 2, etc.)
Select USB hub control
Select Audio/Mic output
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[Fx]
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[Fy]
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[Z]
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[X]
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[Q]
Switches which port’s speaker and microphone output is
active at the console.
([Fy] = Function key: F5=Port 1, F6=Port 2, etc.)
When either the select active computer or select USB hub
control commands are executed, both functions are
switched to the selected port.
Bind computer and USB hub
control (default)
The computer control and USB hub control can be
executed separately; KVM control and USB hub control
control can be assigned to different ports at one time.
Unbind computer and USB
hub control
When either the select active computer or select
audio/mic output control commands are executed, both
functions are switched to the selected port.
Bind computer and Audio/Mic
control (default)
The computer control and USB hub control can be
executed separately; KVM control and Audio/Mic output
control control can be assigned to different ports at one
time.
Unbind computer and
Audio/Mic output control
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[W]
Selects the next (up arrow key) or previous (down arrow
key) numbered port for control.
Select next/previous port
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[arrow]
Select previous port
Beep sound on/off
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[BkSp] Selects the most recent previously active port.
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[B]
Enables/disables audible responses from the KVM.
Change the standard [ScrLk] hotkey to a new value (see
below).
Define new hotkey sequence [ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[H]+[y]
Automatically switch active ports in sequence every 10
seconds. (Press any key to cancel.)
Autoscan
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[S]
Autoscan with programmable
delay
Autoscan with a delay other than 10 seconds (see below).
Press any key to cancel.
[ScrLk]+[ScrLk]+[S]+[z]
(3) KVM Switching software: To evoke the operation menu from within the KVM
Switching software, right-click on the KVM Switching icon located in the system tray.
By selecting Settings, you will be able to customize the hotkeys to be used with the
CTRL+ALT command (i.e. CTRL+ALT+1 = PC1, CTRL+ALT+2 = PC2), by entering
the desired value into the editable text box. Please note: ALT, CTRL, SHIFT, CAPS,
TAB, ESC, function keys (i.e. F1, F2) and edit keys cannot be selected as hotkeys.
From within the KVM Switcher software, you also have the option to fix the
audio/mic channel to the selected PC. Once this option is check, the audio/mic
channel will be fixed and become non-switchable without re-configuration.
Similarly, the Autoscan feature can also be customized, by selecting the desired Auto
Scan Period from the drop down menu provided. The Autoscan period is the time
your KVM Switch will wait to switch to the next PC.
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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
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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Revised: 19 May 2006 (Rev. B)
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