OmniView KVM Switch with Audio Control multiple dual-head VGA/USB computers from one keyboard, mouse, and two monitors ™ User Manual SOHO Series F1DH102U F1DH104U...
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView SOHO Series KVM Switch with Audio. We appreciate your business and have confidence that you will soon see for yourself why over 1 million Belkin OmniView KVM Switches are being used worldwide. Contents of Package: •...
Switch. These upgrades will let your Switch continue to be compatible with the latest devices and computers. Firmware upgrades are free for the lifetime of the product. Visit belkin.com for upgrade information and support, or see the enclosed instruction document.
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OVERVIEW Direct-Access Port Selectors Direct-access port selectors, conveniently located on the front face of the Switch, allow for simple, manual port selection. Cable Management The designed enclosure offers built-in cable management to contain connected cables. Once the cables have been connected and the shroud slid into place, the cables are conveniently maintained through the back opening.
Cables must have HDDB15 female to HDDB15 male connectors. Belkin OmniView KVM Cables for SOHO Series with Audio offer the highest quality possible to ensure that your data is optimally transmitted and include PC99 color-coded connectors for easier identification and connection.
OVERVIEW Operating Systems Your KVM Switch is for use on CPUs using: Platforms • Windows ® 98/2000/Me/XP, Mac ® *with USB support Keyboards • Supports 101-/102-/104-/107-key USB keyboards Mice • USB-compatible USB mice with 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons Monitors •...
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The Back of the KVM Switch CPU 4 port B CPU 4 port A CPU 3 port B CPU 3 port A CPU 2 port B CPU 2 port A CPU 1 port B CPU 1 port A CONSOLE VGA port B CONSOLE VGA port A Flash-upgrade port OVERVIEW...
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OVERVIEW Where to Place the Switch The compact size of the Switch makes it perfect for desktop placement. Consider the following when deciding where to place the Switch: whether or not you intend to use the direct-access port selectors; the length of the cables attached to your keyboard, mouse, and monitor;...
STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION GUIDE This section provides complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single Switch. (F1DH102U, F1DH104U) Installing the Switch Base Hold the main housing with one hand and the base with the other. With the narrow part of the base facing toward the rear of the housing, align the hooks of the base to the base holes located underneath the housing.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION GUIDE Connecting the Video, Keyboard, and Mouse to the CONSOLE Ports and the Computers 1. Power down your computers. 2. Remove the rear panel of the Switch to expose the ports. 3. Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse to the CONSOLE ports on your Switch.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION GUIDE Powering Up the Switch 1. Connect the included 9V DC, 1A power supply adapter into an available power outlet. 2. Attach the barrel into the power jack on the Switch to power the unit. The LEDs should illuminate.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION GUIDE Connecting the Computers to the KVM Switch 1. Boot up the computer you wish to connect via USB as you would normally with the USB keyboard, monitor, and USB mouse connected directly to the computer. Once the operating system has loaded, attach the male and female VGA KVM cable connectors to the Switch.
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CONNECTING MICROPHONE AND SPEAKERS–OPTIONAL 1. Connect the speakers and microphone to the CONSOLE section of your KVM Switch. 2. Connect one audio cable from the computer’s audio-output port to the audio port in the CONSOLE section of the Switch. Do the same for the microphone connection.
You can select which computer to operate by either the direct-access port selector located on the front panel of the Switch or through keyboard hot key commands. Note that it will take 1–2 seconds for the video to display after switching. This is due to the refresh rate of the video signal. There is also re-synchronization of the mouse and keyboard signal that takes place.
The same will occur when you are using a streaming device such as the Belkin VideoBus USB video capture device. You can switch from one computer safely to the next, only if the VideoBus is no longer in use by the first computer.
Other standard features found on this unit include: hot key functionality; PS/2 keyboard and mouse emulations for error-free boot up; and a Belkin Two-Year Warranty. F1DB102P 2-Port KVM Switch, PS/2 & VGA F1DB104P 4-Port KVM Switch, PS/2 &...
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BELKIN KVM SWITCHES AND ACCESSORIES OmniView SE Plus Series OmniView SE Plus Series KVM Switches from Belkin create a secure configuration that delivers optimum performance. They offer the advanced features and centralized control today’s IA (Information Assurance) computer environments require. Designed for precise security, the Switches prevent unintended information exchange between connected computers.
(EMI/RFI). PC99 color-coded connectors and modified thumbscrews have been added for easier installation. OmniView E Series KVM Cables Belkin E Series Cables allow you to connect all your PS/2 computers to your KVM switch while offering high performance. • Industry-standard, 14-pin coaxial VGA cabling •...
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F1D9201-XX, USB & DVI Style OmniView PRO Series Plus All-In-One KVM Cables Belkin PRO Series Plus Cables allow you to easily connect all your computers and servers to your OmniView KVM Switches, and are molded together for better cable management.
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BELKIN KVM SWITCHES AND ACCESSORIES OmniView Gold Series All-In-One KVM Cables Belkin Gold Series Cables offer the highest-possible cable performance, providing maximum conductivity and error-free data transmission. These cables allow you to easily connect all your computers and servers to your OmniView KVM Switches, and are molded together for better cable management.
F1D201 – The OmniView 2-Port Reverse KVM Switch gives two users central control of one PC from two sets of keyboards, monitors, and mice. F5U119 – The Belkin PS/2-to-USB Adapter converts PS/2 keyboard and mouse signals to USB format. F1DR200 – The OmniView SOHO Series 2-Port Replacement Kit includes shroud, base, flash cable, two PS/2 extension cables, and SOHO Series User Manual.
15 feet (5 meters) away Q: Does the Switch support Microsoft A: The Switch supports mice from Microsoft, Logitech Belkin. Please contact Belkin Technical Support for compatibility issues you may experience. FAQs ®...
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Q: Does the Switch support the volume up, volume down, mute, and eject keys? A: No, the Switch will not support these keys. Q: Does the Switch support Microsoft keyboards? A: Yes, the Switch is compatible with Microsoft Internet Keyboard PRO, ®...
GENERAL My computer does not boot up when connected to the Switch but works fine when I connect the USB keyboard, video, and USB mouse directly to the computer. • Make sure that the KVM cables are properly connected between the Switch and the computer.
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KEYBOARD The computer does not detect a keyboard and I get a keyboard error reported at boot up. • Activate USB support on boot up on the BIOS. • Try using a different keyboard. • Try connecting the computer to a different port on the Switch. •...
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MOUSE The mouse is lost when I switch to a different port. • Check that the USB mouse you are using is connected properly to the Console of the Switch. • Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable attached to the computer to re-synchronize the mouse connection.
Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its warranty period. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the authorized Belkin dealer from whom you purchased the product.