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Introduction The SV231DPDDUA 2-Port USB Dual DisplayPort KVM Switch with Audio and USB 2.0 Hub combines next generation digital display standards with seamless KVM control, allowing you to switch between 2 dual head or twin DisplayPort systems. Also ideal for systems with a single DisplayPort output, and a second video source such as DVI or HDMI, using a low cost accessory adapter.
Installation NOTE: Prior to the installation, please power off all devices that will be connected to this system. Ensure that all devices you will connect are properly grounded. Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that are likely to generate electrical noise.
NOTE: A DisplayPort + USB KVM combo cable is also available which can be used in place of separate individual cables, StarTech.com ID: DP4N1USB6. 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for each PC port on the KVM switch, or each computer you wish to use on the KVM.
Operation Front Panel Port Selection/Link LED The LED turns green when the connected computer is powered-on. The corresponding LED will also illuminate red when that PC port is currently selected. Port Selection Button Each push of the Selection Button on the front of the KVM switch will immediately switch between the two ports on the KVM switch.
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Auto Scan The KVM automatically scans through the powered-on computers in sequence on a fixed time interval (see Scan Time below). Note: The keyboard and mouse are not operable during Auto Scan. To start Auto Scan: Left <CTRL> + Left <CTRL> + <F1> To abort the Auto Scan mode, press the left <CTRL>...
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Audio Lock There are two options for Audio Lock: ON and OFF. When ON, audio selection follows computer selection. When OFF, audio selection stops following computer selection. It is useful if you want to listen to a particular computer’s audio signal while operating other computers.
Alternative Hotkey Commands In addition to the Left <CTRL> + Left <CTRL> hotkeys, there are two alternative hotkey sequences available. 1. For the following operations, users may press <ScrollLock> twice instead of pressing left <CTRL> twice. To select a computer: <ScrollLock>...
Change Leading Hotkey The default leading hotkey sequence involves pressing the left <CTRL> twice in succession (e.g. left <CTRL> + left <CTRL>). This can be changed to the right <CTRL> key instead, to avoid accidental activation due to using the left <CTRL> key for functions such as Copy/Paste.
Specifications Number of Ports 2 x DisplayPort Computer Connectors 1 x USB type B (per port) 2 x 3.5mm mini-jack 2 x DisplayPort Console Connectors 4 x USB type A 2 x 3.5mm mini-jack 2560x1600@60Hz Maximum Video Resolution (higher resolutions may be supported at lower refresh rates) DDC2B Support Audio...
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