Belkin OmniView MATRIX F1D208-OSD User manual

P73235 F1D208-OSD
The OmniView™
MATRIX
User Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Components OmniView™MATRIX KVM switch. Controlling 8 PCs from two
keyboards, mice and monitors has never been easier!
The OmniView™MATRIX gives you the ultimate in control. Compatible with AT and PS/2
style computers, it is loaded with features such as On-Screen Display, Integrated Mouse Conversion Technology and
separate DB25/HDDB15 Daisy-Chain ports. It has complete keyboard and mouse emulation for error-free boot-ups,
plus Microsoft®IntelliMouse®support. The OmniView™MATRIX is also designed to handle the most demanding
resolutions up to 1600 x 1200, without any noticeable degradation in image quality. Switching can be done through
the advanced On-Screen Display Menu, convenient front-panel pushbutton, or keyboard Hot key commands. And if
you wish to control a Macintosh®computer, simply add the Belkin MAC Adapter™for even more system control. To
control a Sun®workstation, use a Belkin Sun Adapter. It’s that simple. No other KVM switch lets you and a colleague
control 8 computers separately and simultaneously from one central location!
Introduction
• Allows two users to control eight computers from two keyboards, mice and monitors
• On-Screen Display menu gives the user a visual interface for naming and selecting computers
• Integrated Mouse Conversion Technology allows connection of AT-style computers that have serial mouse ports
while using a PS/2 mouse only at the console
• Keyboard and mouse emulation for error-free boot-ups
• Microsoft®IntelliMouse®support and emulation
• Up to 1600 x 1200 resolution support
• DB25/HDDB15 daisy-chain ports - allows control over as many as 128 computers through 16 banks of OmniView™
MATRIX units
• Supports both AT and PS/2-style keyboards (AT requires AT-PS/2 adapter)
• Supports VGA, SVGA and Multisync monitors
• Uses inexpensive and commonly found standard cables
• On-Screen Display, pushbutton or keyboard Hot key command switching
• AutoScan mode for even more convenience
• Audible feedback when switching
• Recalls CAPS LOCK, NUM LOCK and SCROLL LOCK keys' status for each
computer automatically
• Front-panel status LEDs
• Works with OmniView™PS/2 MAC and Sun Adapter™
• No software required
• One year product warranty
Package Contents
OmniView™MATRIX 2 x 8 F1D208-OSD
12VDC, 1000mA power supply F1D108-PWR
This manual P73234
Registration card P72009
Two rackmount brackets with F1D208-BRKT
Mounting screws
Features
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Technical Specifications
Console Connectors:
Keyboard: 6 pin MiniDIN
Mouse: 6 pin MiniDIN (for PS/2 mouse)
DB9 male (for spare serial mouse)
Monitor: HDDB15 female
Computer Port Connectors:
Keyboard: 6 pin MiniDIN
Mouse: 6 pin MiniDIN (for PS/2 mouse)
DB9 male (for serial mouse)
Monitor: HDDB15 male
Dimensions:
Width: 17.5" (444.5 mm)
Height: 2.5" (63.5 mm)
Depth: 6.5" (165.1 mm)
Weight: 6 lbs. (2.7 kg)
Operating Temp: 32 to 104 deg. F (0~40 deg. C)
Storage Temp: -4 to 140 deg. F (-20 ~ 60 deg. C)
Humidity: 0~80% RH, non-condensing
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Product Detail
FRONT PANEL
REAR PANEL
Current Active
Bank Displays Bank Select
Scan Button Port Select Buttons Power
Switch
DB25 daisy-chain ports
DC power
jack
Optional serial
mouse
connectors
CONSOLE
B
connectors
CONSOLE
A
connectors
Keyboard
connectors
PS/2 mouse connector
VGA monitor
connectors
PC PORT connectors
Serial mouse
output
Keyboard
outputs PS/2 mouse output
VGA signal
output
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Make sure you have the right cables!
The OmniView™MATRIX 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. One cable kit has all the cables you need to connect one computer to the
OmniView™PRO 16-Port:
PS/2 Cable Kit - A3X983
Includes:
•2 x F2N036-06
•1 x F3H981-06
(see below for descriptions of each)
AT Cable Kit - A3X1848
Includes:
•1 x F3A510-06
•1 x F3H981-06
•1 x F2N209-06-T
•1 x F2N017
(see below for descriptions of each)
Individual Cables and Adapters:
•PS/2 cable for keyboard and mouse ports
6 pin MiniDIN male/male
Part# F2N036-XX
•High-resolution/high-refresh rate VGA cable for monitor port
HDDB15 male/female with thumbscrews
Part# F3H981-XX
•Serial extension cable for serial mouse
DB9 male/female with thumbscrews
Part# F2N209-XX-T
•AT keyboard cable for AT-style keyboard port
5 pin DIN male/male
Part# F3A510-XX
•AT to PS/2 keyboard adapter
5 pin DIN female/6 pin MiniDIN male
Part# F2N017
Other Cables and Adapters:
•Standard VGA cable for monitor port
HDDB15 male/female with thumbscrews
Part# F2N025-XX-T
•PS/2 to AT keyboard adapter - for use with a computer having an AT-style keyboard port
6 pin MiniDIN female/5 pin DIN male
Part# F2N018
NOTE: The “-XX” in the part number represents the length in feet.
For cable kits in longer lengths, please contact your Belkin Sales Representative.
6 pin Mini DIN
HDDB15
5 pin
DIN Female 6 pin
MiniDIN
Male
6 pin MiniDIN
DIN Female 5 pin
DIN Male
Note:
Cable kits also available with
standard VGA cables (F2N025-XX-T)
under part numbers:
A3X982 - PS/2 Cable Kit
A3X939 - AT Cable Kit
List of Parts Needed
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Hardware Installation
Single-unit operation or Daisy-chained operation
The OmniView™ MATRIX has the capability to be daisy-chained to 15 more units (for a total of 16), giving the users
control over a maximum of 128 computers!
Each OmniView™MATRIX unit is defined as a BANK. See diagram above for more information. BANK numbers
range from 0 to F (hexadecimal), for a total of 16 BANKs. BANK 0 is the MASTER bank, while banks 1 through F are
slave banks. The MASTER bank is the unit that connects to the console keyboards, mice, and monitors.
The OmniView™MATRIX automatically sets its Bank number when daisy-chained off the MASTER unit.
CONSOLES
Keyboards,
mice and
monitors
Bank 0 (Master)
etc...
Bank (slave)
12345678
9 10111213141516
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128
etc...
5
Bank 2 (slave)
Bank 1 (slave)
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Hardware Installation (continued)
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™MATRIX or the computers,
make sure everything is powered off. Plugging and unplugging cables may cause irreversible damage
to your computers and the OmniView™MATRIX. Belkin Components will not be held responsible for
damage caused.
1. Find a convenient place to put your OmniView™MATRIX. Its 19" form factor makes it ideal for 19" racks. When
mounting to a rack, attach the included brackets to the sides of the OmniView™MATRIX. Take note of the
length of your cables so that your computers, OmniView™MATRIX, keyboards, mice, and monitors are
distanced properly.
2. Connect the monitor to the OmniView™MATRIX. Using the attached cable, or the one included with your
monitor, connect it to the HDDB15 female port on the back of the OmniView™MATRIX this part is labeled
with the monitor symbol and is at the CONSOLE A section.
Back of OmniView™MATRIX
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3. Connect the keyboard and mouse to the OmniView™MATRIX. If you have an AT-style keyboard, you will need
an AT-PS/2 adapter (Belkin Part# F2N017).
5. Connect the first computer's VGA cable to the OmniView™MATRIX. Using the VGA cable (Belkin Part#
F2N025-XX-T or A3H981-XX), connect the male end of the cable to the VGA port on the computer, and the
female end to the PC1 VGA port at the back of OmniView™MATRIX.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 for CONSOLE B.
PS/2 Style Keyboard
F2N025-XX-T
Back of OmniView™MATRIX
Back of OmniView™MATRIX Back of PC
PS/2 Mouse
Hardware Installation (continued)
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Hardware Installation (continued)
6. Connect the first computer's mouse cable to the OmniView™MATRIX. If using a PS/2 cable (Belkin Part#
F2N036-XX), connect one end to the PS/2 mouse port on the computer, and the other end to the PC1 PS/2
mouse port on the back of the OmniView™. If using a serial mouse cable (Belkin Part# F2N209-XX-T), connect
one end to a DB9 serial port on the computer, and the other end to the PC1 DB9 serial mouse port on the
back of the OmniView™MATRIX.
F2N036-XX for PS/2 mouse
OR
F2N209-XX-T for serial mouse
Back of OmniView™MATRIX
Back of PC
7. Connect the first computer's keyboard cable to the OmniView™MATRIX. Using another 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™MATRIX. If your computer has an AT-style keyboard port, you will
need a PS/2-AT keyboard adapter (Belkin Part# F2N018).
Back of OmniView™MATRIX
Back of PC
8. Double check all of the connections. Make sure the keyboard and mouse cables go to the correct ports.
9. Repeat steps 5-7 for the remainder of the computers.
10. Attach the power supply to the power supply connector at the back of the OmniView™MATRIX. Plug this
into any available AC outlet. Flip the power switch on the front of the OmniView™MATRIX. You should see the
LED for Port 1 on the front panel blink, and hear a beep. Power up your monitors.
11. You can now power up all your computers simultaneously. The first computer will show up on the monitor.
Check to see if the keyboard, mouse and monitor work. If all are operating okay, press the SELECT button and
check the functionality of the other computers. If you find any errors, double-check all of the cable connections.
F2N036-XX
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