Belkin Switch F1DS102L User Manual

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OmniView SOHO KVM  
Switch with Audio  
VGA with USB Console and Host Support  
User Manual  
F1DS102L  
F1DS104L  
 
Introduction  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Belkin OmniView SOHO KVM Switch with  
Audio. Our diverse line of quality KVM solutions exemplifies the Belkin commitment  
to delivering high-quality, durable products at a competitive price. Engineered to  
give you control over multiple computers/servers from one console, Belkin KVM  
Switches come in a variety of capacities suitable for all configurations, large or small.  
This compact, affordable Belkin OmniView KVM Switch is backed by a Belkin 3-Year  
Warranty and free technical support.  
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This User Manual will provide details about your new Switch, from installation and  
operation, to troubleshooting—in the unlikely event of a problem. For easy installation,  
please refer to the Quick Installation Guide included with your KVM Switch.  
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin OmniView SOHO KVM Switch with Audio. We  
appreciate your business and have confidence that you will soon see for yourself why  
over 1 million Belkin OmniView KVM Switches are being used worldwide.  
Package Contents  
Power Supply  
9V, 1.1A DC Adapter  
OmniView  
SOHO KVM  
Switch with Audio  
2/4 SOHO USB  
Cable Kits, 6 ft.  
User Manual  
Quick Installation  
Guide  
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Overview  
Feature Overview  
Video Resolution  
The SOHO KVM Switch is able to support video resolutions of up to 2048x1536, so  
you can use the latest in video display technology for all your computers.  
Flash Upgrade  
With the firmware-upgrade feature, your investment in the KVM Switch is further  
ensured and its lifetime value is maximized. You don’t have to change your KVM  
Switch to solve compatibility problems since you can solve them with easy  
firmware upgrades. A special upgrade cable is not needed; you can use the same  
KVM cable that connects your computer.  
Built-In USB 2.0 Hub  
The SOHO KVM Switch features a built-in Hi-Speed USB 2.0 hub, so you can  
share two USB peripheral devices, such as a printer, with all your computers. There  
are two USB ports on the KVM Switch. One port is located on the back and the  
other is located on the front for easier access.  
Speaker/Microphone Support  
The SOHO KVM Switch allows you to share one set of speakers and one  
microphone with all your computers, so you won’t need to unplug and reconnect  
your speakers and microphone every time you switch access from one computer  
to the next.  
Direct-Access Port Selectors  
Direct-access port selectors, conveniently located on the front face of the SOHO  
KVM Switch, allow you to easily switch access from one computer to the next. You  
can change the KVM port or the audio/mic using these buttons.  
Cables  
All the required cables are 6 feet in length and are included in the box for easier  
installation. The cables are also smaller and easier to manage.  
LED Display  
There are two LEDs on each button. One indicates which port the KVM is on and  
the other indicates which port the audio/mic is on.  
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Overview  
Equipment Requirements  
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Operating Systems  
OmniView SOHO KVM Switches with Audio are for use on  
CPUs using:  
Platforms  
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• Windows 2000, XP, Vista , Server 2003  
• DOS  
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• Linux  
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• Novell  
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• Mac OS * X v10.x  
*with USB support  
Keyboard  
Supports 101-/102-/104-/107-key keyboards  
Mice  
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Mice with 2, 3, 4, or 5 buttons, compatible with Microsoft  
Note: Mouse software is not supported  
Monitor  
VGA  
SVGA  
MultiSync  
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Microphone  
Multimedia microphone/stereo with 3.5mm connectors  
Audio  
Multimedia speaker/stereo with 3.5mm connectors  
Power Supply  
9V, 1.1A DC power supply is required  
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Overview  
Unit Display Diagrams  
Front View  
KVM Switch  
USB Hub  
Port 1  
Audio/Mic Switch  
Back View  
4th Computer 3rd Computer 2nd Computer 1st Computer  
VGA Console  
Port  
Port  
Port  
Port  
Port  
Port Indicators  
Additional Computer Audio/Mic Jacks  
USB Hub  
Port 2  
1st Computer  
Audio/Mic  
Console Jacks  
Audio/Mic  
DC Power Jack  
USB Console  
Port  
Console Jacks  
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Overview  
Specifications  
Part No.:  
Power:  
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F1DS102L, F1DS104L  
9V, 1.1A DC adapter with center  
pin-positive polarity  
PCs Supported:  
Console Keyboard:  
Console Mouse:  
Monitor Supported:  
Max Resolution:  
Audio Input/Output:  
Microphone Input/Output:  
VGA Port:  
2 (F1DS102L), 4 (F1DS104L)  
USB  
USB  
VGA and SVGA MultiSync, LCD  
2048x1536@85Hz  
3.5mm jack  
3.5mm jack  
15-pin HDDB type  
4 (F1DS102L), 8 (F1DS104L)  
High-impact plastic  
LED Indicators:  
Enclosure:  
Dimensions:  
F1DS102L  
12.5 (L) x 5.5 (W) x 5.5 (D) in.  
(317.5 x 139.7 x 139.7mm)  
F1DS104L  
12.5 (L) x 5.5 (W) x 5.5 (D) in.  
(317.5 x 139.7 x 139.7mm)  
Weight:  
F1DS102L 1.48 lbs. (0.67kg)  
F1DS104L 1.50 lbs. (0.68kg)  
Operating Temp:  
Storage Temp:  
Humidity:  
32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)  
-4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)  
0-80% RH, non-condensing  
3 years  
Warranty:  
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Installing the KVM Switch  
Pre-Configuration  
Where to Place the KVM Switch  
The compact size of the KVM Switch makes it perfect for desktop placement.  
Consider the following when deciding where to place the KVM Switch: whether  
or not you intend to use the direct-access port selectors; the length of the cables  
attached to your keyboard, mouse, and monitor; the location of your CPUs from  
your console; and the length of the cables you use to connect your computers to  
the KVM Switch.  
Cautions and Warnings  
Avoid having cables near fluorescent lights, air-conditioning equipment, or  
machines that create electrical noise (e.g., vacuum cleaners).  
Single-Switch Installation  
This section provides complete instructions for the hardware setup of a single KVM  
Switch. (F1DS102L or F1DS104L)  
Important Note: Before attempting to connect anything to the KVM Switch or  
into your computer(s), make sure that everything is powered off. Plugging and  
unplugging cables while computers are powered on may cause irreversible damage  
to the computers and KVM Switch. Belkin will not be responsible for damage  
caused by these actions.  
Cable/model types:  
USB models use: VGA/USB combo cable connected to the USB  
connector of the host PC  
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Installing the KVM Switch  
Connecting the KVM Switch  
The KVM Switch is a plug-and-play device for installation. For a quick start on  
installation and operation, please follow the instructions below for the  
setup sequence:  
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Step 1  
Connect the shared keyboard,  
monitor, and mouse (also speaker  
set and microphone) to the console  
port of the KVM Switch.  
Step 2  
Connect each of your  
computers to the KVM  
Switch, using the USB KVM  
cable, and audio and  
mic cables.  
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Installing the KVM Switch  
Audio and Microphone Connections  
Note: Speakers and microphones are not required for use of your KVM Switch.  
Connect the Audio  
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Using the audio cable attached to your speakers, connect the male 3.5mm  
plug to the lime audio jack in the “Console” section of the KVM Switch.  
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Using the mic cable attached to your microphone, connect the male 3.5mm  
plug to the pink mic jack in the “Console” section of the KVM Switch.  
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Using the SOHO USB Cable Kit, connect one end of the lime male 3.5mm  
plug to the speaker jack of your sound card or computer, and connect the  
other end to the audio jack of the KVM Switch.  
Using the KVM Cable, connect one end of the pink male 3.5mm plug to the  
mic jack of your sound card or computer, and connect the other end to the  
pink mic jack of the KVM Switch.  
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Installing the KVM Switch  
Powering Up the Systems  
The KVM Switch must be powered up before the computers.  
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Once all cables have been connected, power up the CPUs that are attached  
to the KVM Switch. All computers can be powered on simultaneously. The  
KVM Switch emulates a mouse and keyboard on each port and allows your  
computer to boot normally. Your KVM Switch should now be ready for use.  
You can select which computer to operate by either the direct-access port  
selectors located on the front panel of the KVM Switch or through keyboard  
hot-key commands. Note that it will take 1–2 seconds for the video to display  
after switching. This is due to the refresh of the video signal. There is also  
re-synchronization of the mouse and keyboard signal that takes place. This is  
normal operation and ensures that proper synchronization is established.  
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Using the KVM Switch  
Selecting a Computer Using Direct-Access Port Selectors  
You can directly select which computer you wish to control by pressing the  
corresponding direct-access port selector next to the appropriate port. The LED  
will be lit to indicate that the port is currently selected.  
KVM LED  
Center Function  
Audio LED  
Pushing the button in the center switches both the KVM Switch  
and audio for that specific computer at the same time.  
Pushing the KVM LED on the left of the button allows you to switch just your USB  
keyboard, video, and mouse to that connected computer.  
Pushing the Audio LED on the right of the button allows you to independently  
switch your audio feed while continuing to work off of a different computer.  
Selecting a Computer Using Keyboard Hot-Key Commands  
A keyboard hot-key sequence consists of at least three specific keystrokes  
(hot-key sequence = [ScrLk] + [ScrLk] + Command key(s)).  
User-definable hot keys also allow you to customize your hot-key sequence.  
For example:  
SCROLL LOCK  
CAPS  
F12  
NUM LOCK  
LEFT_CTRL  
RIGHT_CTRL  
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Using the KVM Switch  
Hot-Key Preceding Sequence Configuration  
For users who want to use a preceding sequence other than two consecutive  
Scroll Locks, there is also one convenient way to configure it.  
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1. Press “ScrLk” + “ScrLk” + H, and a beeping sound will signal readiness for  
a new preceding sequence selection [or press and hold down the center  
of the last front-panel button (Button 2 or Button 4) until you hear three  
beeps, then release the button].  
2. Select and press the key you would like to use as your preceding sequence  
(SCROLL LOCK, CAPS, F12, NUM LOCK, LEFT_CTRL, RIGHT_CTRL  
keys are available for selection), and you will hear a beep for selection  
confirmation. Now you can use the new preceding sequence to execute  
your hot-key commands.  
Note: Each keystroke within a hot-key sequence should be pressed within  
two seconds. Otherwise, the hot-key sequence will not be validated.  
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Using the KVM Switch  
To modify the hot-key preceding sequence from the default Scroll Lock, you can  
either hit the hot-key sequence: scrlk – scrlk – H – (y), y = SCROLL LOCK, CAPS,  
ESC, F12, LEFT_CTRL, RIGHT_CTRL, or NUM LOCK (as detailed in the Hot Key  
Quick Reference Table below).  
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You can use another method: Press and hold the last button to enter the hot-key  
setting mode.  
Step 1. Press and hold the last button (i.e., the second button on the 2-port model  
or the fourth button on the 4-port model) till you hear two beeps. Then  
release the button.  
Step 2. Within two seconds, you should hit any of the selectable hot-key triggers  
(y), y = SCROLL LOCK, CAPS, ESC, F12, LEFT_CTRL, RIGHT_CTRL, or  
NUM LOCK, to be your hot-key trigger.  
For example, if you hit CAPS after hearing the two beeps, then the hot key will be:  
CAPS – CAPS – command key.  
For detailed hot-key sequences and their corresponding functional commands,  
please refer to the Hot Key Quick Reference Table below.  
Hot Key Quick Reference Table  
2-/4-Port SOHO KVM Switch with Audio & Mic -- Operation Commands for Hot Keys/Front-Panel Buttons  
Hot-key sequence = [ScrLk] + [ScrLk] + Command key(s)  
* user-definable preceding sequence = SCROLL LOCK, CAPS, F12 or NUM LOCK, LEFT_CTRL, RIGHT_CTRL  
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Hot Keys  
ScrLk + ScrLk + (x)  
(x is a top-row number key)  
x = 1~2 / x = 1~4 for PC  
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Front-Panel Buttons  
Description  
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Select Computer Channel  
Press the computer icon on the  
left of a button to select the  
active computer channel  
Select the active computer channel  
(Hot key: Joint-select PC port/audio & mic, if binding is enabled)  
(Joint-select PC port/audio &  
mic, if binding is enabled)  
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Select Audio & Mic Channel  
(Joint-select PC port and audio  
& mic, if binding is enabled)  
ScrLk + ScrLk + (Fy)  
Fy = F5~F6/Fx=F5~F8 (Fy is a  
function key)  
Select the active audio & mic channel  
(Hot key: Joint-select PC and audio & mic channel, if binding  
is enabled)  
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Bind Computer and  
Audio & Mic Switching  
Enable the binding of PC port and audio & mic switching. (Hot  
key: Once this feature is enabled, any computer and/or audio &  
mic switching by hot keys is bound together) (factory default)  
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ScrLk + ScrLk + Q  
[Default]  
Unbind PC and  
Disable the binding of PC port and audio  
& mic switching  
ScrLk + ScrLk + W  
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Audio & Mic Switching  
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Next lower PC channel  
(Joint-select PC/audio & mic,  
if binding is enabled)  
Select the next lower connected PC channel  
(Hot key: Joint-select PC/audio & mic, if binding is enabled)  
ScrLk + ScrLk + (arrow up)  
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Next higher PC channel  
Select the next higher connected PC channel  
ScrLk + ScrLk +   
(Joint-select PC/audio & mic,  
if binding is enabled)  
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(Hot key: Joint-select PC/audio & mic, if binding is enabled)  
(arrow down)  
Toggle between the previous channel and  
current channel  
Previous PC channel  
ScrLk + ScrLk + Backspace  
Press and hold down last button  
(Button 2 / Button 4) until you  
hear three beeps, release the  
button, and then press (y) key.  
This resets hot-key preceding  
sequence to SCROLL LOCK.  
ScrLk + ScrLk + H + (y)  
y = SCROLL LOCK, CAPS, ESC,  
F12, NUM LOCK, LEFT_CTRL,  
or RIGHT_CTRL  
Define Hot-Key  
Preceding Sequence  
Select the hot-key preceding sequence among 6 alternative keys  
Read the version of firmware that is currently on the KVM  
Switch. This is helpful when a firmware upgrade is performed as  
it gives you the ability to read the version of firmware, before and  
after the upgrade, to ensure the firmware has installed correctly.  
Open Note Pad  
Read KVM  
Firmware Version  
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ScrLk + ScrLk + V  
Notes:  
1. The USB keyboard hot keys allow faster and broader control of your KVM Switch and audio/mic switching  
in addition to the front-panel buttons. If you have configured a hot-key preceding sequence other than  
two consecutive scroll locks, you should change your hot-key sequence accordingly. (For hot-key  
preceding sequence configuration, please refer to the Hot Key Quick Reference Table.)  
2. When the binding of PC and audio and mic switching is enabled by the hot-key sequence: ScrLk + ScrLk  
+ Q, any PC and audio and mic switching by hot keys are bound together. (However, the binding will not  
affect the independent front-panel button operation.) To remove this binding, use the hot-key sequence:  
ScrLk + ScrLk + W.  
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Mac User: Standard PC keyboard mapping to MAC keyboard -- ScrLk + ScrLk + C = (CD/DVD drive  
eject key); ScrLk + ScrLk + F10 = F13 ; ScrLk + ScrLk + F11 = F14 ; ScrLk + ScrLk + F12 = F15.  
LED Information:  
Computer LED status (3 states: Lit/Flashing/Off). Lit = Active port with link established between KVM Switch  
and computer (via USB interface); Flashing = Active port but with no link established between KVM Switch and  
computer; Off = Non-active port.  
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Audio LED status (2 states: Lit/Off). Lit = Active port for audio output; Off = Non-active port for audio output.  
 
Using the KVM Switch  
Switching the Audio/Mic  
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The audio/mic is independent to the KVM Switch and can be switched  
independently. This means that if you are working on port 1 of the KVM Switch,  
you can be listening to your music on port 3.  
You can switch the audio/mic in two ways:  
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Using the direct-port selectors: The port selector has an Audio LED that  
indicates which port your audio/mic is on. Push the speaker icon on any of the  
four buttons and the audio/mic will switch to the corresponding port.  
2.  
Using the pre-defined hot key: Please see the Hot Key Quick Reference Table  
for a list of the hot keys.  
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Firmware-Upgrade Guide  
This firmware-upgradeable KVM Switch allows you to upgrade firmware contents  
whenever it is needed to enhance its compatibility to other devices or its  
functionality and performance. We offer both Windows and Mac versions of the  
upgrade utility. You can choose either one depending on the computer platform on  
which you are going to perform the KVM Switch firmware uploading. The correct  
firmware-upgrade procedures using the Windows and Mac upgrade utilities  
are described below. Please follow the instructions to complete your firmware  
upgrade.  
The firmware upgrade is performed through port 1 of the KVM Switch. The  
computer that is connected to port 1 of the Switch is called the “host PC” for  
this process.  
All but one of the cables connected to the KVM ports will be removed from the  
Switch. The cable connected to port 1 will remain connected. The USB connector  
at the other end of the port 1 cable will be plugged into a USB port on the host  
PC. The monitor connector will remain unplugged. The KVM console keyboard,  
mouse, and monitor are disconnected from the KVM Switch and then plugged in  
directly to the host PC.  
Upgrade Using the Windows Version Utility  
Prepare your KVM Switch and the Host PC  
Note: The host PC must be running Windows 2000 or above in order to  
complete the firmware upgrade.  
Step 1.  
Ensure that the power adapter is connected to the KVM Switch. Check to make  
sure that the KVM cables for port 1 remain connected to the KVM Switch and the  
USB connector at the other end is plugged into a USB port on the host PC. The  
monitor connector is not used. The console monitor, mouse, and keyboard are  
disconnected from the console ports of the KVM Switch and plugged in directly to  
the host PC.  
Note: The power supply should also remain connected to the KVM Switch.  
Step 2.  
The cables that are connected to port 1 of the KVM Switch also need to be  
connected to the host PC. Connect the VGA cable and also the USB cable to the  
host PC.  
Important: Some host computers may not have enough USB ports to support  
the use of a USB keyboard, USB mouse, and the USB cable needed to  
perform the upgrade. (An example of this is a Mac mini, which only has two  
USB ports.) If this occurs, the keyboard does not have to be connected to the  
host PC since the mouse is used to perform the upgrade.  
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Step 3.  
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Power on the host PC and copy/download the firmware-upgrade utility,  
“Belkin Soho.exe”, and the firmware-upgrade file, “.blk”, from  
belkin.com/support.  
Activate the Firmware-Upgrade Utility Program  
Note: You should close any unnecessary running programs such as antivirus,  
system-monitoring, or automatic updates; otherwise, the stability of the  
system during the firmware-upgrade process might be undermined.  
Step 4.  
Double-click the icon of “Belkin Soho.exe”, the firmware-upgrade utility  
program. A warning message box may appear if you have antivirus software  
running on the PC.  
Read it carefully for information (and close any unnecessary programs before  
upgrading).  
Click “OK”. A firmware file-selection dialog box appears.  
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Connect your KVM Switch to the Host PC  
Step 5.  
Now press the first front-panel button on the KVM Switch until you hear three  
beeps. The KVM Switch has now entered into the upgrade mode.  
Step 6.  
Check to make sure the KVM cables from port 1 are connected to the host PC.  
Note: A special upgrade cable is not needed to perform the upgrade since you can  
use the same KVM cable that you use for connecting to the computers. However,  
depending on the different models, the KVM cables you use will vary.  
Step 7.  
Click the “Browse” button and locate the firmware-upgrade file, which is indicated  
with a file extension such as “.blk”.  
Select the upgrade file (for example: “UCF-30-11-07.blk”) and click  
“Open” to load the file. Then click “Upgrade” to make it ready for upload.  
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Begin the File Upload  
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Note: Before hitting the “Upgrade” button on the utility program, you should  
make sure that you are focused on port 1 of the KVM Switch where you  
have the computer connected. If not, switch to that computer before hitting  
the “Upgrade” button. Once the “Upgrade” button is pressed, the focus is  
immediately switched to the last button (port 2 on the 2-port model, port 4 on  
the 4-port model) and then back to port 1 after the completion of the upgrade.  
Step 8.  
After you click the “Upgrade” button, the file-transfer progress will begin in seconds  
and can be monitored through the advancement of the progress bar. Wait until the  
progress bar runs to its full length for the upgrade process to be completed.  
Note: Meanwhile, be careful not to power off the computer or disconnect  
the USB-cable connection. Otherwise, the file upload will be interrupted and  
the upgrade process will be aborted. If that does happen, please refer to the  
“Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting” section.  
The file upload is finished when the progress bar runs through 100 percent  
and a prompt tells you that the upgrade is OK.  
Click “OK”. The firmware-upgrade process is complete.  
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Step 9.  
Finally, unplug the power cable from the back of the KVM Switch and all other  
cables from the KVM Switch, and perform a cold reset. Reconnect all the cables  
again to the KVM Switch.  
Now you can enjoy the newly added functionality and compatibility of the new  
firmware version.  
Note: After you have finished the firmware-upgrade process, try the port switching  
and other functionalities of the KVM Switch to see whether it works fine with the  
new firmware. If it does, then this upgrade process was successfully completed.  
Congratulations!  
If the file-upload process encounters an error and cannot complete successfully,  
please refer to the “Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting” section.  
Upgrade Using the Mac Version Utility  
Prepare your KVM Switch and the Mac Host  
Step 1.  
Ensure that the power adapter is connected to the KVM Switch. Check to make  
sure that the KVM cables for port 1 remain connected to the KVM Switch. The  
monitor, mouse, and keyboard should be disconnected from the console port of  
the KVM Switch and plugged in directly to the host computer. The power supply  
should also remain connected to the KVM Switch.  
Step 2.  
Power on the Mac host and copy/download the firmware-upgrade utility, “Belkin  
Soho.pkg”, and the firmware-upgrade file, “.blk”, to it.  
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Install and Activate the Firmware-Upgrade Utility Program  
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Note: You should close any unnecessary running programs such as antivirus,  
system-monitoring, or automatic updates; otherwise, the stability of the  
system during the firmware-upgrade process might be undermined.  
Step 3.  
Double-click the icon of “Belkin Soho.pkg”, the firmware-upgrade utility  
program, and a message box appears that will guide you through the  
installation process.  
Click “Continue” and a firmware file-selection dialog box appears.  
Click the “Choose” button to select the installation path of the upgrade utility.  
Then go through the guided steps to install the upgrade utility.  
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After you have installed the program, you can find the upgrade-utility icon in the  
“Application” folder.  
Step 4.  
Now, double-click the “Belkin Soho FW” icon to activate the upgrade utility.  
Now the upgrade utility program is ready.  
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Connect your KVM Switch to the Mac Host  
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Step 5.  
Press the first front-panel button on the KVM Switch until you hear three  
beeps. Now the KVM Switch has entered into the upgrade mode.  
Step 6.  
Check to make sure the KVM cables from port 1 are connected to the  
Mac host.  
Note: A special upgrade cable is not needed to perform the upgrade since you  
can use the same KVM cable that you use for connecting to the computers.  
However, depending on the different models, the KVM cables you use  
will vary.  
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Step 7.  
Click the “Browse” button and locate the firmware-upgrade file, which is indicated  
with a file extension such as “.blk”.  
Select the upgrade file (for example: “UCF-30-11-07.blk”) and click “Choose” to  
load the file. Then click “Upgrade” for upload.  
Begin the File Upload  
Note: Before clicking on the “Upgrade” button on the utility program, you  
should make sure that you are focused on port 1 of the KVM Switch where you  
have the Mac host connected. If not, switch to that port before clicking the  
“Upgrade” button.  
Step 8.  
After you click the “Upgrade” button, the file-transfer progress will begin in  
seconds and can be monitored through the advancement of the progress bar. Wait  
until the progress bar runs through its full length for the upgrade process  
to complete.  
Note: Meanwhile, be careful not to power off the computer or disconnect the  
USB-cable connection. Otherwise, the file download will be interrupted and  
the upgrade process will be aborted. If that does happen, please refer to the  
“Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting” section.  
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The file upload is finished when the progress bar runs through 100 percent  
and a prompt tells you that the upgrade is OK.  
Click “OK”. The firmware-upgrade process is complete.  
Step 9.  
Finally, unplug the power cable from the back of the KVM Switch and all  
other cables from the KVM Switch, and perform a cold reset. Reconnect all  
the cables again to the KVM Switch.  
Now you can enjoy the newly added functionality and compatibility of the  
new firmware version.  
Note: After you have finished the firmware-upgrade process, try the port  
switching and other functionalities of the KVM Switch to see whether it  
works fine with the new firmware. If it does, then this upgrade process was  
successfully completed. Congratulations!  
If the file-upload process encounters an error and cannot complete  
successfully, please refer to the “Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting” section.  
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FAQs  
Which operating systems does the KVM Switch support?  
The KVM Switch will support any operating system that runs on a USB platform.  
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It will also work with non-USB-enabled Sun and Mac operating systems using  
the appropriate adapter. Compatible operating systems include, but are not  
limited to, Windows 2000, Server 2003, XP, and Vista; Linux; and Mac OS.  
What does flash-upgrade capability mean?  
You can update your KVM Switch firmware with flash upgrades, when needed,  
by going to belkin.com. This ensures that your KVM Switch works with the most  
current computers and devices.  
How does the KVM Switch allow the user to switch between ports?  
The KVM Switch supports two methods of port selection. You can select  
computers using specially designated keyboard hot keys, or independently  
access the desired port by pushing the direct-access port selectors.  
What is the maximum video resolution that the KVM Switch supports?  
The advanced video circuit in the KVM Switch supports a maximum resolution of  
2048x1536@85Hz. Such higher-resolution support is ideal for graphic artists and  
designers who depend on high-quality video.  
What are the benefits of the SOHO KVM Switch’s supporting audio and  
microphone inputs and outputs?  
The SOHO KVM Switch is perfect for the home- and small-office user who  
commonly uses multimedia applications. With multimedia support, you do not  
need an extra set of speakers for each computer that is connected to your KVM  
unit. The audio and mic also switch independently to the KVM Switch.  
Do I have to install any software to use the KVM Switch?  
No, the KVM Switch does not require any drivers or software to be installed in  
your computers. Simply connect all your computers to the PC ports on the KVM  
Switch, then attach one keyboard, monitor, and mouse to the “Console” port and  
it is ready for use.  
Does the KVM Switch require an AC adapter?  
Yes, the KVM Switch requires a 9V, 1.1A DC power adapter with center  
pin-positive polarity.  
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Can I use the KVM Switch to switch video signals only?  
Yes, you may use the KVM Switch to switch between video signals only  
without having to connect the keyboard and mouse. The keyboard and  
mouse should be connected directly to the computer that the video signal is  
taken from to ensure that your computer functions properly.  
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Can I use the SOHO KVM Switch on my Sun computer that supports USB?  
Yes, the KVM Switch works with any USB-capable computer.  
Does the SOHO KVM Switch support Linux?  
Yes, the KVM Switch works with all Linux kernels configured for  
USB support.  
Does the KVM Switch support Microsoft keyboards?  
Yes, the KVM Switch is compatible with Microsoft Internet Keyboard PRO,  
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107-key support only.  
How long is the warranty for the KVM Switch?  
The KVM Switch comes with a 3-Year Limited Warranty.  
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Troubleshooting  
VIDEO  
Problem:  
I am getting ghosting, shadowing, or fuzzy images on my monitor.  
Solution:  
• Check that all video cables are inserted properly.  
• Check that the monitor you are using supports the resolution and  
refresh-rate setting on your computer.  
• Check that the graphics card you are using supports the resolution  
and refresh-rate setting on your computer.  
• Connect the monitor directly into the computer with which you are having  
trouble to see if the problem still appears.  
Problem:  
I am getting a black screen on my monitor.  
Solution:  
• Check that all video cables are inserted properly.  
• If you are not using a power adapter, check that the keyboard  
cable is connected and inserted properly between the computer  
and KVM Switch for the appropriate port.  
• Connect your monitor directly to the computer to verify that your  
monitor is functioning properly.  
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KEYBOARD  
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Problem:  
Computer does not detect keyboard and I get a keyboard error reported  
at boot up.  
Solution:  
• Check that the keyboard cable between the KVM Switch and the  
computer is connected properly. Tighten any loose connections.  
Try swapping your keyboard with a different one.  
Try connecting the computer to a different port.  
• If you are using the keyboard software that was included with  
your keyboard, uninstall it and install the standard Microsoft  
keyboard driver.  
MOUSE  
Problem:  
Mouse is lost when I switch to a different channel.  
Solution:  
• Check that the mouse you are using is connected properly to the  
console of the KVM Switch.  
• If you are using a mouse driver that was included with your  
mouse, uninstall it and install the standard Microsoft mouse driver.  
• Disconnect and reconnect the mouse cable attached to the channel  
with which you are experiencing problems to resynchronize the  
mouse connection.  
• Attach the mouse directly to the computer with which you are experiencing  
mouse problems.  
• If the computer just awoke from standby mode, allow up to one  
minute to regain mouse function.  
• Deactivate power-management schemes on the PC with which you are  
experiencing problems.  
Try swapping the mouse with a different one.  
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Problem:  
The mouse is not detected at boot up.  
Solution:  
• Check the cables and make sure that they are inserted properly.  
Problem:  
The computer boots up fine, but the mouse does not work.  
Solution:  
• Make sure it is plugged in properly.  
• Make sure the mouse works when directly plugged into the  
computer. Rebooting may be necessary when trying this.  
Try a different mouse.  
Problem:  
When I switch from one port to another, mouse movement is completely erratic.  
Solution:  
• Make sure you do not have more than one mouse driver installed.  
• Make sure that the driver is either for a standard USB mouse or a  
PS/2 or USB mouse compatible with Microsoft.  
• Avoid moving the mouse or pressing the mouse button when  
switching ports on the KVM Switch.  
You can reset the mouse and resume proper mouse movement  
simply by unplugging the mouse from the front of the KVM Switch  
or about 2–3 seconds, and then plugging it in again.  
GENERAL  
Problem:  
My computer does not boot when connected to the KVM Switch and works  
fine when I connect the keyboard, video, and mouse directly to it.  
Solution:  
• Make sure that the keyboard and mouse cables are connected  
tightly between the KVM Switch and the computer.  
• Check that the keyboard and mouse cables are not crossed.  
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Problem:  
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my keyboard and mouse do not work.  
Solution:  
• Prior to connecting the SOHO KVM Switch, make sure that the HID  
USB driver is installed on each computer. (To install the HID USB driver,  
connect a USB mouse and USB keyboard to the computer. Windows should  
automatically install the drivers.)  
Problem:  
Some of the keys on my keyboard are not functioning properly when I  
use a Mac computer.  
Solution:  
• Because you are using a PC keyboard on a Mac computer, a few of the  
option keys on your PC keyboard may be reversed. All major keys will  
function as labeled.  
AUDIO AND MICROPHONE  
Problem:  
I have connected the speakers to the KVM Switch and I am not getting  
any sound from my computer.  
Solution:  
• Check that the sound is enabled on the computer by going into the system setting.  
• Check that the volume is turned up in your sound configuration.  
• Make sure that the audio cable is connected properly and connected to the  
appropriate connector.  
• Check that the speakers you are using are functioning properly.  
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Firmware-Upgrade Troubleshooting  
Problem:  
The progress bar stops for a long time without any advancement.  
Solution:  
Press and hold down the first front-panel button until three beeps are heard, and  
click the upgrade button on the upgrade utility program. The firmware-upload  
process will begin immediately, and you will see the progress bar advance  
gradually to full length. However, if the progress bar just stops somewhere in the  
middle and goes no further for a long time (longer than five minutes), there might  
be some problem.  
If so, simply unplug all the cables from the KVM Switch and start the whole  
firmware-upgrade procedure again as described in the Firmware-Upgrade Guide.  
However, if you find that the mouse and keyboard no longer work from the  
console of your KVM Switch, you can connect them directly to the host computer  
(although the USB cable still has to be reconnected to the KVM Switch), and  
complete the rest of the firmware-upgrade procedure.  
Note: Make sure that you have closed any unnecessary running programs on  
the host computer, such as antivirus, system-monitoring, or automatic updates,  
before you perform the upgrade procedure.  
Note: This firmware is crash-proof. If the upgrade has failed before its  
completion, just repeat the procedure again for another try.  
Problem:  
In the middle of the firmware-file transfer, my computer was shut down  
by an unexpected power failure or the USB connection was broken. What  
should I do now to restart the whole firmware-upgrade procedure?  
Solution:  
Follow the instructions as described in the previous question.  
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Information  
FCC Statement  
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Declaration of Conformity with FCC Rules  
for Electromagnetic Compatibility  
We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220,  
declare under our sole responsibility that the products:  
F1DS102L, F1DS104L,  
to which this declaration relates:  
Comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that  
may cause undesired operation.  
CE Declaration of Conformity  
We, Belkin International, Inc., declare under our sole responsibility that the products  
F1DS102L and F1DS104L, to which this declaration relates, are in conformity  
with Emissions Standard EN55022 and with Immunity Standard EN55024, LVP  
EN61000-3-2, and EN61000-3-3.  
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This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil  
numérique de la classe A est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
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Information  
Belkin International, Inc., Limited 3-Year Product Warranty  
What this warranty covers.  
Belkin International, Inc. (“Belkin”) warrants to the original purchaser of this Belkin product  
that the product shall be free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship.  
What the period of coverage is.  
Belkin warrants the Belkin product for three years.  
What will we do to correct problems?  
Product Warranty.  
Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge (except for  
shipping charges for the product). Belkin reserves the right to discontinue any of its products  
without notice, and disclaims any limited warranty to repair or replace any such discontinued  
products. In the event that Belkin is unable to repair or replace the product (for example,  
because it has been discontinued), Belkin will offer either a refund or a credit toward the  
purchase of another product from Belkin.com in an amount equal to the purchase price of  
the product as evidenced on the original purchase receipt as discounted by its natural use.  
What is not covered by this warranty?  
All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin  
for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin  
determines that the Belkin product has been improperly installed, altered in any way, or  
tampered with. The Belkin Product Warranty does not protect against acts of God such  
as flood, lightning, earthquake, war, vandalism, theft, normal-use wear and tear, erosion,  
depletion, obsolescence, abuse, damage due to low voltage disturbances (i.e. brownouts or  
sags), non-authorized program, or system equipment modification or alteration.  
How to get service.  
To get service for your Belkin product you must take the following steps:  
1. Contact Belkin International, Inc. at 501 W. Walnut St., Compton CA 90220,  
Attn: Customer Service, or call (800)-223-5546, within 15 days of the Occurrence. Be  
prepared to provide the following information:  
a. The part number of the Belkin product.  
b. Where you purchased the product.  
c. When you purchased the product.  
d. Copy of original receipt.  
2. Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then instruct you on how to forward  
your receipt and Belkin product and how to proceed with your claim.  
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Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping  
the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If  
Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged  
equipment to Belkin, Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair  
facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment. The cost, if any,  
of shipping the equipment to and from such repair facility and of such estimate shall  
be borne solely by the purchaser. Damaged equipment must remain available for  
inspection until the claim is finalized. Whenever claims are settled, Belkin reserves the  
right to be subrogated under any existing insurance policies the purchaser may have.  
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THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN. THERE ARE  
NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR, EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW,  
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY,  
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND SUCH  
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TERM OF  
THIS WARRANTY.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the  
above limitations may not apply to you.  
IN NO EVENT SHALL BELKIN BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT,  
INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED  
TO, LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF THE SALE OR USE OF ANY  
BELKIN PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which  
may vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of  
incidental, consequential, or other damages, so the above limitations may not apply  
to you.  
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Switch with Audio  
VGA with USB Console and Host Support  
Belkin Tech Support  
Belkin Ltd.  
US: 800-223-5546 ext. 2263  
310-898-1100 ext. 2263  
UK: 0845 607 77 87  
Australia: 1800 235 546  
New Zealand: 0800 235 546  
Singapore: 65 64857620  
4 Pioneer Avenue  
Tuggerah Business Park  
Tuggerah, NSW 2259, Australia  
+61 (0) 2 4350 4600  
+61 (0) 2 4350 4700 fax  
Belkin B.V.  
Boeing Avenue 333  
Belkin International, Inc.  
501 West Walnut Street  
Los Angeles, CA 90220, USA  
310-898-1100  
1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands  
+31 (0) 20 654 7300  
+31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax  
310-898-1111 fax  
Belkin Ltd.  
Express Business Park, Shipton Way  
Rushden, NN10 6GL, United Kingdom  
+44 (0) 1933 35 2000  
+44 (0) 1933 31 2000 fax  
© 2008 Belkin International, Inc. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered  
trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Mac OS and Mac are trademarks of Apple  
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows, Windows Vista, and Microsoft are  
either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States  
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