StarView USB KVM Switch
4 Port StarView USB KVM Switch With Audio
SV431USBAE
Instruction Manual
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Instruction Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements: Console Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements: Computer Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Console Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Connecting Slave Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Auto Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Optional: Rack Mount Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 4 port USB KVM Switch with Audio. Providing
simple, centralized control of up to 4 computers from a single display and USB peripheral
set (Keyboard and Mouse), SV431USBAE supports audio switching and USB device
sharing between connected computers, providing rich multimedia capability and cost-
effectiveness.
Features
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Audio switching with microphone and speaker connectivity
Auto-scan function automatically selects computer sequentially
Compatible with all USB supported Operating Systems
Supports resolutions up to 1920x1440 pixels
Integrated USB 2.0 hub allows you to share up to three high-speed USB devices
between computers
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System requirements: Console Side
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One VGA, SVGA or Multisync monitor
One USB keyboard
One USB mouse
System requirements: Computer Side
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One HDB15 male-to-female VGA cable for monitor
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One USB A-B cable with Type-A and Type-B plug for USB devices
Package contents:
This package should contain:
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1 X 4 Port StarView USB KVM Switch With Audio
1 X Power Adapter 5V DC 2.0A
1 X Instruction Manual
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Installation
PC BIOS Notice: The following BIOS setup changes are necessary for PC
users but are not required for Mac users:
1) In STANDARD CMOS, set HALT ON ERROR to ALL BUT KEYBOARD.
2) In PNP AND PCI SETUP, set PNP OS INSTALLED to YES and set the USB
IRQ to ENABLED.
Please note: SV431USBAE is capable of switching between computers while
maintaining USB mouse and keyboard control. If you plan to share other
peripherals such as a CCD camera, printer or scanner, you must shut down the
corresponding driver on the computer from which KVM control is being
switched.
Because port switching is equivalent to unplugging the USB cable from one
computer and plugging it in on another, some USB drivers continuously check
attached USB peripherals and do not accept plug and play functionality.
Console Connection
Before installation, please ensure that all devices and computers to be connected to the
KVM Switch have been turned off.
1) Connect the monitor that will be used to the Console VGA port on the rear panel of
SV431USBAE.
2) Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to any two of the Console USB ports as
shown below:
USB Device
USB Device
USB Keyboard
USB Mouse
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Connecting Slave Computers
1) Connect the VGA port located on the rear panel of SV431USBAE to the VGA port
provided by the video connection on the desired computer, using an HDB15 male-to-
female cable. Please note the PC Port number, for steps 2 and 3.
2) Using a USB A-B Cable, connect the USB port that corresponds with the PC port
used in step 1, to the USB port on the corresponding computer, as shown below.
3) Optional: Using an audio cable (Speaker and Mic), connect the Speaker and Mic
ports provided by the PC port used in step 1 on SV431USBAE to the
Speaker and Mic ports located on the computer.
Male-to-female
HDDB15 for VGA
One USB patch cable for
both mouse and keyboard
Audio cable (Speaker and Mic)
4) Repeat steps 1-4 as necessary for each computer you wish to connect. Once all
computers have been connected, you can turn on all devices and computers.
Operation
Front Panel
When the LED turns green, the connected computer is
powered on. When a computer is selected, the
corresponding (red) LED will illuminate.
1. Online and Selected LEDs:
2. Pushbuttons:
Each computer has a button associated with it on the
front panel for selection.
Auto Scan
Auto Scan automatically scans through the connected computers individually, in a fixed
interval.
Please note: Keyboard and Mouse are not operable during Auto Scan.
To activate Auto Scan, press down the 3 and 4 buttons (on the front panel)
simultaneously. To exit Auto Scan, tap any one of the pushbuttons.
To change the Scan Time interval, press both front panel buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously.
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The switch will beep 1, 2, 3 or 4 times for Scan Times of 3, 8, 15 or 30 seconds
respectively.
Optional: Rack Mount Installation
The following illustration depicts how to attach optional mount brackets and cable support
for rack mounting SV431USBAE. To do so, you may wish to use SV431RACK (please
see Accessory Products from StarTech.com for further information).
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To the Rack Cabinet back post
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USB or Monitor cables to switch
Two screws secure the cable
support
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Specifications
Computers supported
4
Front panel push buttons
Hot plug-and-play supported
Automatic scan interval
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Yes
3, 8, 15, 30 seconds
30M(100ft) for VGA
5M(15ft) for USB
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Cable Length (Max)
Computer ON-LINE LED
Computer selected LED
Resolution supported
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1920 X 1440, DDC2B
USB Type B x 4
Computer peripheral connector HDB-15 male x 4
Monitor
SPEAKER Jack x 4
MIC Jack x 4
USB Type A x 4
Console peripheral connector HDB-15 female x 1
monitor
SPEAKER Jack x 1
MIC Jack x 1
Weight (g)
1000
(oz.)
35.27
H x W x D (mm)
(in.)
44 x 220 x 130
1.7 x 8.7 x 5.1
Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry-leading
comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a three-year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in
materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the
products may be returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers
parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their officers, directors,
employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or
otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product
exceed the actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply
to you.
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