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P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Components OmniView™ SE KVM switch. Controlling multiple PCs from one keyboard, mouse and monitor has never been easier! The OmniView™ SE puts you in control. Compatible with AT and PS-2 style computers, it is loaded with features such as Integrated Mouse Conversion Technology, separate DB25 daisychain ports, and an optional 19" (48.3cm) rackmount kit.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 2 Technical Specifications Console Connectors: Keyboard: Mouse: Monitor: Computer Port Connectors: Keyboard: Mouse: Monitor: 6 pin MiniDIN female 6 pin MiniDIN female (for PS/2 mouse) DB9 male (for spare serial mouse) HDDB15 female 6 pin MiniDIN female 6 pin MiniDIN female (for PS/2 mouse) DB9 male (for serial mouse) HDDB15 male Dimensions: Width: Height: Depth: 9.5" (237 mm) 2.3" (58 mm) 6.0" (153 mm) Weight: Operating Temp: Storage Temp: Humidity: 2.
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P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 4 List of Parts Needed Make sure you have the right cables! The OmniView ™ SE requires cables to connect the eight computers you will be controlling. Below are the Belkin part numbers and their descriptions. We recommend purchasing Cable Kits based on the type of mouse port your computer uses.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 5 Hardware Installation PLEASE FOLLOW THIS INSTALLATION PROCEDURE EXACTLY. NOT DOING SO MAY RESULT IN KEYBOARD AND/OR MOUSE ERRORS, OR FAULTY OPERATION. WARNING: Before attempting to connect anything to the OmniView™ SE or the computers, make sure everything is powered off. Plugging and unplugging cables may cause irreversible damage to your computers and the OmniView™ SE. Belkin Components will not be held responsible for damage caused. 1.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 6 Hardware Installation 4. (continued) Connect the keyboard and mouse to the OmniView™ SE. If you have an AT-style keyboard, you will need an AT-PS/2 adapter (Belkin Part# F2N017). Back of OmniView ™ SE PS/2 Style Keyboard 5. PS/2 Mouse Connect the first computer's VGA cable to the OmniView™ SE.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 7 Hardware Installation 7. (continued) Connect the first computer's keyboard cable to the OmniView™ SE. If using a PS/2 cable (Belkin Part# F2N036-XX), connect one end to the PS/2 keyboard port on the computer, and the other end to the PC1 keyboard port on the back of the OmniView™ SE. If your computer has an AT-style keyboard port, you will need a PS/2-AT keyboard adapter (Belkin Part# F2N018).
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 8 Usage (SKIP IF YOU HAVE ONLY ONE OmniView ™ SE) Bank 0 (Master) Bank 1 (slave) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 CONSOLE Keyboard, mouse and monitor Bank 2 (slave) Bank 3 (slave) The OmniView™ SE has the capability to be daisy-chained to additional units for control over more computers. Up to four OmniView™ SE units can be daisy chained together, whether 2-Port, 4-Port, or a mixture of both.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 9 Usage (continued) Daisy-chaining OmniView™ SE units with an OmniView™ PRO Bank 0 (Master) 1 Bank 1 (slave) 2 3 9 10 13 14 15 16 4 5 11 12 17 18 6 7 8 CONSOLE Keyboard, mouse and monitor Bank 2 (slave) Bank 3 (slave) The OmniView™ SE is designed to be able to cascade with the OmniView™ PRO as well. In such a scenario, it is recommended that the OmniView™ PRO be the MASTER unit, and the OmniView™ SE units be slave units.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 10 Usage (continued) Adding Slave Units This assumes you already have a MASTER unit (or MASTER and slave units) set-up and working properly. Below is the procedure of daisy-chaining a new slave unit. • Set the DIP switches of the slave unit to a unique slave BANK setting. • Connect the computers using the same procedure outlined in steps 5 to 9 in the Hardware Installation section, page 6. DO NOT POWER UP THE COMPUTERS YET.
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P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 12 Usage (continued) Selecting which computer to operate can be done either by the CHANNEL button, or through keyboard “Hot” key commands. You will notice that after the OmniView™ SE switches to another computer, the mouse will be inoperative for about 1-2 seconds. This is normal operation and ensures that proper mouse synchronization is established. The CHANNEL Button: Pressing the CHANNEL button cycles you through all the ports, including inactive ports.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 13 Usage (continued) You can switch directly to any port by giving the OmniView™ SE the BANK and PORT numbers. For instance, if you press [SCROLL LOCK] [SCROLL LOCK] [2] [2], the computer on PORT 2 of the OmniView™ SE set to BANK 2 will be selected. In the diagram below, that is PC # 8. Hence, if you only have one OmniView™ SE, the first key (X) must be "0".
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 14 Troubleshooting General Problems: Q: When cascading, the MASTER unit does not see the slave unit(s). A: • Refer to the Hardware Installation section for information on how to properly connect the daisy-chain cable. • Make sure that the daisy-chain cable that you are using is the F1D108-CBL. Using any other cable will not guarantee proper operation or video quality. • RESET the MASTER OmniView™ SE (or OmniView™ PRO), whichever the case may be.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 15 Troubleshooting (continued) Q: The computers boot up fine, but the mouse does not work. A: • Check the cables and make sure they are inserted properly in the correct ports. • Make sure the mouse works when directly plugged into the computer. Rebooting is necessary when trying this. If the mouse pointer still does not move, then either your PS/2 mouse port or the mouse itself has a problem. • Try a different mouse.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 16 Troubleshooting (continued) • Try a different PS/2 mouse at the console. • Make sure the mouse (at the console) is a true PS/2 mouse. A combo mouse will work just as long as it is set for PS/2 mode with the correct adapter. A serial-only mouse with a combo mouse adapter WILL NOT work. • Check to make sure that the power adapter is plugged in and is working properly. It must be 9VDC, 600mA minimum. Make sure the power switch is on.
P73039_F1D102-eng_man.qxd 9/26/00 3:42 PM Page 17 Information FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Components, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product: F1D102 to which this declaration relates: Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
