Cables to Go TruLink 35555 User manual

TruLink™
4-Port USB 2.0 and PS2
KVM Switch
Part #35555 (USB 2.0 Version-Black Model)
User Manual

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Index
1. INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………………………3
1.1 FEATURES …………………….…..……………………………………………………………… 3
1.2 PHYSICAL DIAGRAM…………………………………………..…………………………………..4
1.3 PACKAGE CONTENTS…………………………………...…………………………………………4
2. SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………………………………………………..5
2.1 GENERAL………………………………………………………………………………………….5
2.2 LED INDICATORS………………………………………………………………………………….6
3. INSTALLATION……………………..………………………………………………………………7
3.1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS…………………………………………………………………………..7
3.2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION………………...………………...……………………………………7
3.3 POWERING UP THE SYSTEMS……..…………….….……………………………..……………..7
3.4 HOT PLUGGING……………………………………………………………………………………7
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR USB KEYBOARD/MOUSE USERS………………………….7
3.5 NOTICE FOR SUN MICRO SYSTEMS USERS…………………………………………………………7
3.6 USING THE OSD PROGRAM.………………………………………………………………………8
4. OPERATION……………………………………...………………………………………..…….…10
HOT KEY TABLE……………………………………………………………………………………11
*AUTO-SWITCH FUNCTION-USB KEYBOARD/MOUSE USERS, PLEASE READ..….……12
*AUTO-SCAN FUNCTION…………………………………………………………………………..12
*SUN MICRO SYSTEM FUNCTION KEY EMULATION……..………………………………..14
APPENDIX A-WINDOWS 98 DRIVER INSTALLATION…………………………………………15
DISCLAIMER AND FCC STATEMENT…………………...…………………………………………18

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1. Introduction
The TruLink 4-Port USB 2.0 and PS2 KVM Switch by Cables To Go allows you to
control up to four computers with a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor. For added
convenience, this KVM switch works with both USB and PS2 mice and keyboards.
The TruLink USB/PS2 KVM Switch also features a 3-port USB hub, so any of the
four connected computers can share USB devices.
1.1 Features
1. Controls 4 computers from a single console (Keyboard/Mouse) over USB
connection using standard USB cables.
2. Supports PS/2 and USB Keyboard/Mouse.
3. Fully compliant with the USB 2.0 specification.
4. Supports Windows, Linux, Mac OS9/OSX, SunMicro Solaris 8.
5. 4 computers can share 3 USB Downstream ports via front panel USB hub.
6. Supports 3 types of switching: hardware push button, Hot-Keys (supported only
via PS/2 keyboard), and On-Screen-Display (OSD) utility software (for
Windows only).
7. OSD and LED display for easy status monitoring.
8. OSD utility indicates:
1. Power status of connected computer(s).
2. Active host computer.
9. USB HUB can be switched in conjunction with the PC selection (Auto Switch
mode) or independently.
10. Auto-Scan function (Time interval can be adjusted between 5-20 seconds when
the Auto-Scan function is enabled).
11. Supports VGAresolutions up to 2048x1536 @ 85HZ.
12. Plug and Play (Windows 98/SE users might need your Windows CD to install
the HID driver for USB Keyboard/Mouse).

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1.2 Physical Diagram
1.3 Package Contents
The product you purchased should contain the equipment and accessories as follows:
1. TruLink 4-Port USB 2.0 and PS2 KVM Switch
2. CD with user manual and On-Screen-Display(OSD) utility
3. Four sets of USB+VGA cables
4. Power Supply
5. Printed manual
HUB SWITCH LED (GREEN) PC HOST LED (RED)
HUB LED (GREEN)
PUSH BUTTON

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2. Specifications
2.1 General
Specification
Operating Temperature 5~ 40°C
Humidity 0%~80%RH
Cables Included 4
Cable Length 1.8M
Dimensions (LxWxH) 200 x 82 x 44mm
Unit Weight 721g
Number Of Computer Controlled 4
PS/2 Keyboard & Mouse Support Yes
Keyboard Hot-Key Switching Supported Yes (By PS/2 Keyboard only)
USB Downstream ports 3
Compliant with USB Version USB1.0 / USB1.1/ USB 2.0
Compliant with HID Version USB HID 2.0
Power By Host or External Adaptor (Optional)
Bus-Power limit current protection 500mA (When external adaptor applied)
Output Voltage 5V
Output Current 2A
OSD (On Screen Display) Yes (Application Program, Windows only)
DDC, DDC2 monitor Yes (Max. Resolution: 2048x1536)
Hot Pluggable Yes (USB & PS/2)
Auto-Scan function Yes (5 ~20 seconds)
Support Sun Micro Series Yes
Support Mac Series Yes
Support Linux Series Yes
Device driver No

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2.2 LED Indicators
•Power status LED indicator:
PC1 HUB LED On (Green): The power is connected and the device is ready to work.
•PC Host LED Indicator (Red):
ON (static): Indicates which Host PC is selected and PC is connected.
ON (flash): Indicates which Host PC is selected but PC is not connected.
•HUB Switch LED Indicator (Green):
ON (static): USB HUB shifts with PC selection
ON( flash): Auto Scan function is on
OFF :USB HUB works in the independent mode and does not shift with PC selection
Note: If an over-current situation occurs, the corresponding USB indicator will turn
OFF to indicate that this port is disabled. When the over-current situation is resolved,
the USB indicator will turn ON again.

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3. Installation
3.1 System Requirements
-One available USB port and one available VGAport
-Windows 98 or later, Mac OS9/OSX, Solaris 8 (SUN BLADE 100), Linux Kernel
2.3 or later
3.2 Hardware Installation
1. Make sure that the USB port of your computer is enabled and working properly.
2. Connect the USB cable Type-A end to the USB port of your computer, and the USB
cable Type-B end to any available port on the KVM Switch.
3. Connect the VGAmale-to-female cable between the video port of your computer
and video port that corresponds to the USB port you selected in step 2.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 for any other computers you are connecting up. Up to 4 computers
can be connected at the same time.
5. Plug the power adapter cable into the KVM switch.
3.3 Powering Up The Systems
Boot the computers. For best performance from your display, make sure to select a
port first, and let that PC completely boot before switching to another port. Sun Micro
users; this is required. For other users, this is highly recommended.
3.4 Hot Plugging
The KVM switch supports USB plug & play technology. USB devices can be added
and removed to the front panel hub at any time without the need to shutdown.
Note: Windows 98 users will need to install drivers. See Appendix A.
3.4 Notice for Sun Micro System Users
Since some Sun Micro systems do not support the USB 2.0 HUB feature during the
booting period time, it is possible you may get a “keyboard not detected” error, the
screen to go blank for few minutes, and then the login screen to appear.
If you are using a USB keyboard and/or mouse as your primary means of input, you
will need to enable the Auto Switch function. See page 12 for details.

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3.5 Using the OSD program; examples
a. “No PCs Found” means that the KVM Switch cannot acquire the PC status. This
is either because the PC did not connect or is powered off.
b. The large red “4” and small green “2” mean that two PCs are connected to Port 1
and Port 4 of your KVM Switch respectively, and you have switched to Port 4
already. So the OSD program will display “PC 4 On” underneath. You can click
the “2” to switch to this available host.
c. The large red “4” and small green “1, 2, 3” means that four PCs are connected to
Port 1 and Port 4 of your KVM Switch respectively, and you have switched to
Port 4 already. So the OSD program displays a “PC 4 On” underneath. You can
click on “1, 2 or 3” to switch to a certain available host.

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d. The OSD function can be hidden or shut off.
1) When you click the “Hide” button, the OSD program window will hide in the
Taskbar.
2) When you click on the “Close” button, the OSD program will exit.
3) If the OSD program is hidden in the Taskbar, you can use the right mouse button to
show or exit program.
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4. Operation
The KVM Switch supports three methods to switch between computers: Pushbutton,
Hot Keys, and OSD. Due to the refresh of the video and re-synchronization of the
mouse and keyboard signal, it can take up to 3 seconds before control is re-established
after switching to ensure proper signal synchronization.
Note for users with connected USB devices (other than keyboard/mouse):
The drivers for most USB devices (Mass Storage device, CCD Cameras, Scanners,
Card Reader, Printers, e.g.) require the device to be disabled before you disconnect
the device. Follow the “Safely Remove” process provided in Windows before you
disconnect the device to avoid system freezes or other problems. When you switch
computers via the KVM, it is the equivalent of disconnecting the device. Therefore, if
you have peripheral devices (other than a second keyboard and mouse) connected to
these ports, you must be sure to shut down or safely remove the USB driver for them
before switching computers.
1. Manual Switch by pushbutton:
You can switch to any other available active USB host connection by simply pushing
the appropriate switch button on the KVM Switch. The LED will be lit to indicate
which port is currently selected.
2. Two Step Hot Key Switch by PS/2 keyboard:
You can switch to any available PC by entering a two step Hot Keys sequence directly
from the PS/2 keyboard. To send commands to the KVM Switch, [Scroll] must be
pressed twice (Step 1). Then you can press [1] to [4] (Step 2) to switch between ports.
Note: Hot keys are supported by PS/2 Keyboard only. USB keyboard users must use
manual switch method or OSD.
*After invoking the Hot Key function with the [Scroll] , [Scroll] , you must press
the corresponding final command (Step 2) within 3 seconds for each key press.
(The Scroll Lock LED on the keyboard will start blinking and wait for the final
command. After completing the hot key sequence or 3 seconds have elapsed, the
keyboard LED will revert back to its original state.)