Belkin SE 2-Port User manual

P73039 F1D102
The OmniView™
SE 2-Port
User Manual
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Introduction
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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 daisy-
chain ports, and an optional 19" (48.3cm) rackmount kit. It has complete keyboard and mouse
emulation for error-free boot-ups, plus Microsoft®IntelliMouse®support. The OmniView™SE 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 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.
• Allows a user to control two computers from one keyboard, mouse and monitor
• 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®and IntelliMouse®Pro support
• Up to 1600 x 1200 resolution support
• DB25 Daisy-Chain ports - allows control over more computers by adding more
OmniView™SE 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
• 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 Adapter™
• No software required
• One year product warranty
Package Contents
OmniView™SE 2-Port F1D102
9VDC, 600mA power supply F1D065-PWR (U.S., Canada)
F1D065-PWR-UK (United Kingdom)
This manual P73039
Registration card P72009
Features
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Technical Specifications
Console Connectors:
Keyboard: 6 pin MiniDIN female
Mouse: 6 pin MiniDIN female (for PS/2 mouse)
DB9 male (for spare serial mouse)
Monitor: HDDB15 female
Computer Port Connectors:
Keyboard: 6 pin MiniDIN female
Mouse: 6 pin MiniDIN female (for PS/2 mouse)
DB9 male (for serial mouse)
Monitor: HDDB15 male
Dimensions:
Width: 9.5" (237 mm)
Height: 2.3" (58 mm)
Depth: 6.0" (153 mm)
Weight: 2.5 lbs (1.1 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
SLAVE INPUT
DB25 Daisy-chain port
MASTER INPUT
SLAVE OUTPUT
DB25 Daisy-chain port
DC power
jack DIP switches
Optional
serial mouse
connector
CONSOLE
connectors
Keyboard
connector PS/2 mouse
connector
VGA monitor
connector
PC PORT
connectors
Serial mouse
output
Keyboard
output PS/2 mouse output
VGA signal output
FRONT PANEL
REAR PANEL
Current Active Port
LED Indicators
Current Active Bank
LED Indicators
Bank Select/
Scan Button
Port Select
Button
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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. Cable kits have all the cables you
need to connect one computer to the OmniView™SE:
PS/2 Cable Kit - A3X982
Includes:
•2 x F2N036-06
•1 x F2N025-06-T
AT Cable Kit - A3X939
Includes:
•1 x F3A510-06
•1 x F2N025-06-T
•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
• Standard VGA cable for monitor port
HDDB15 male/female with thumbscrews
Part# F2N025-XX-T
• 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:
• High-resolution/high-refresh rate VGA cable for monitor port
HDDB15 male/female with thumbscrews
Part# A3H981-XX
• 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.
6 pin MiniDIN
6 pin MiniDIN Female 5 pin DIN Male
HDDB15
List of Parts Needed
5 pin DIN
HDDB15
DB9
Daisy-Chain Cable
• DB25 Male/Male,
2’ (61cm) with ferrite
Part # F1D108-CBL
Optional 19" (48.3cm) Rackmount Kit
• 19"(48.3cm), 1.5u high
Part # F1D103
5 pin
DIN Female 6 pin MiniDIN Male
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1. Set the DIP switches. If you have only one OmniView™SE, use the MASTER bank
setting. If the OmniView™SE you are using will be daisy-chained off another unit, use a
unique slave setting. Please refer to the next section for more information regarding
multiple OmniView™SE units.
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.
Hardware Installation
DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
1234
ON ON ON ON BANK 0 MASTER
ON ON OFF ON BANK 1 Slave
ON ON ON OFF BANK 2 Slave
ON ON OFF OFF BANK 3 Slave
BANK ADDRESS
3. Connect the monitor to the OmniView™SE. Using the attached cable, or the one
included with your monitor, connect it to the HDDB15 female port on the back of the
OmniView™SE labeled with the monitor symbol at the CONSOLE section.
2. Find a convenient place to put your OmniView™SE. Take note of the length of your
cables so that your computers, OmniView™SE, keyboard, mouse, and monitor are
distanced properly.
Monitor
NOTE: ON is down
Use this setting if
you have only one
OmniView™SE
DIP switches 1 & 2 set the SCAN_TIME. See the USAGE section regarding
this setting.
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6. Connect the first computer's mouse cable to the OmniView™SE. 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™SE. 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™SE.
F2N209-XX-T for serial mouse
OR
F2N036-XX for PS/2 mouse
Back of OmniView™SE
Back of PC
4. 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).
5. Connect the first computer's VGA cable to the OmniView™SE. 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 on the PC1 VGA port at the back of
OmniView™SE.
PS/2 Style Keyboard
F2N025-XX-T
Back of OmniView™SE
Back of OmniView™SE
Back of PC
PS/2 Mouse
Hardware Installation (continued)
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Hardware Installation (continued)
7. 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). If using an AT-cable (Belkin Part# F3A510-XX), connect
one end to the AT keyboard port on the computer, and the other end to an AT to
PS/2 keyboard adapter (Belkin Part# F2N017). Then, connect the adapter to the PC1
keyboard port on the back of the OmniView™SE.
F2N036-XX
Back of OmniView™SE
Back of PC
8. Double check all 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™SE. Plug this into any available AC outlet. You should see the LED or Port 1
on the front panel blink, and hear a beep. Power up your monitor.
11.You can now power up all of your computers simultaneously. The first computer will
show up on the monitor. Check to see if the keyboard and mouse work, as well as the
image displayed on the screen. If this is okay, press the CHANNEL button and check
the functionality of the other computers. If you find any errors, double-check all of the
cable connections.
NOTE: Avoid pressing any keys on the keyboard or moving the mouse if the currently
selected port has a computer that is in the process of booting up. This may cause
the computer to not detect, or initialize the keyboard or mouse drivers properly.
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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. The example above shows two OmniView™SE 2-Port units
and two OmniView™SE 4-Port units daisy-chained together.
Each OmniView™SE unit is defined as a BANK. See diagram above for more information.
BANK numbers range from 0 to 3 for a total of 4 BANKs. BANK 0 is the MASTER bank, while
banks 1 through 3 are slave banks. The MASTER bank is the unit that connects to the console
keyboard, mouse, and monitor.
The DIP switches must be set correctly for proper identification and usage. See page 5 for the
actual settings. If you are using the OmniView™SE in a single-unit configuration, it must be
set as the MASTER (BANK 0). If it is to be used as a slave unit, then it must be set to any
unused unique bank number from 1 through 3.
CONSOLE
Keyboard,
mouse and
monitor
Bank 0 (Master)
Bank 1 (slave)
Bank 2 (slave)
Bank 3 (slave)
12
3456
78910
11 12
(SKIP IF YOU HAVE ONLY ONE OmniView™SE)
Usage
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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. This is shown in the diagram above. The OmniView™PRO
is an 8-Port, 19" (48.3cm) rackmountable OmniView™, having the same features as the
OmniView™SE, but adding On-Screen Display. When the OmniView™PRO is used as
MASTER, all of the other OmniView™units in the chain will benefit from the On-Screen
Display of the MASTER OmniView™PRO.
When the OmniView™PRO is used as the MASTER unit, 15 more OmniView™units
(SE and/or PRO) can be daisy-chained to the master. Only BANKs 1 to 3 can be used by
OmniView™SE units. BANKs 4 to 15 must be used by PRO units.
Daisy-chaining OmniView™SE units with an OmniView™PRO
CONSOLE
Keyboard,
mouse and
monitor
Bank 0 (Master)
Bank 1 (slave)
Bank 2 (slave)
Bank 3 (slave)
1234567 8
9101112
13 14
15 16 17 18
Usage (continued)
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