Input Device compatibility testing with KVM & KM switches

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Wootenblatz, I was unable to get any Koolertron macros to fire for me so I don't have much insight to share. You may want to import some of the sample macros that should be in the smkd72\Example\Example_Macro folder and see if they can give you any insights.

The initial post at the top of the thread has been updated with everything up to this post. Thanks for submissions thus far and please post to the end of this thread any corrections or new submissions. Please link to original sources if from other threads/sites and I will try to include the links in the summary.

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Wootenblatz, I was unable to get any Koolertron macros to fire for me so I don't have much insight to share. You may want to import some of the sample macros that should be in the smkd72\Example\Example_Macro folder and see if they can give you any insights. ...

I was kinda bummed that the 48 key Koolertron only supports 8 macros so I also ordered the 23key Koolertron that supports 24 macros (more than 1 per key) so the entire keypad is hardware macro-able.

Was pretty bummed that the macros on the 23 key Koolertron also did not seem to work (like my 48 key Koolertron) when testing late last night...

I then turned off everything in my system tray and they started working (at least on the 23 key Koolertron as I haven't retested the 48key Koolertron)... So it looks like one of the many utilities I have been testing is somehow interfering with my Koolertron macros... If I decide to keep using either Koolertron and figure out by trial and error which of those utilities is causing the issue I will try to remember to report back...

Mainly sharing the info that if you are testing a Koolertron and are having issues with macros not working I suggest you turn off things in your tray and retest to see if you have conflicts like I did.

[krumbl]

I picked up the Aimos 4 port and did some testing with good results.

Corsair K70 works with hardware actions through KM but first needs to be plugged directly into computer running iCue software to create and store profile to keyboard. Do not use the software actions those are only available when plugged in directly to a computer running the iCue software.

Razer Naga Trinity works if you load the profile from only one computer. Again plug directly into one computer running Synapse and set the onboard profile then unplug and quit Synapse (also important do not have running on any other computer) before plugging into KM switch. This will keep the onboard profile and send key mappings to all devices.

edit: it seems there may be different naga trinity models, I have this model - additional info is posted here

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The initial post at the top of the thread has been updated with everything up to this post. Thanks for submissions thus far and please post to the end of this thread any corrections or new submissions. Please link to original sources if from other threads/sites and I will try to include the links in the summary.

[bloodshot]

After seeing Wootenblatz's post on getting koolertron working with the Aimos 8 port, I decided to retest it on my side and managed to get my 48 koolertron to work with the Aimos 4 port. The problem I seemed to have was with the boot process. When I initially tested the koolertron, I customized a few keys and saved over the default profile. I also kept plugging it into the ShuOne which would halt the boot process. I'm not exactly sure which is to blame but after this, I started to experience random boot issues where the koolertron would get stuck and do nothing even when directly connected to my PC. To solve the issue, I restored the backup I had over the default profile and the boot issues seemed to go away. I then retested with the AIMOS and the basics seemed to work good! As for as the advanced features, I refer users to see Wootenblatz's earlier post as I have not had a chance to dive deeper.

[sgtopus]

steelseries Rival 500 mouse all buttons work with Shuone 8 port/Aimos 4 port confirmed FYI after running it through test

[Wootenblatz]

Wootenblatz, I was unable to get any Koolertron macros to fire for me so I don't have much insight to share. You may want to import some of the sample macros that should be in the smkd72\Example\Example_Macro folder and see if they can give you any insights.

The initial post at the top of the thread has been updated with everything up to this post. Thanks for submissions thus far and please post to the end of this thread any corrections or new submissions. Please link to original sources if from other threads/sites and I will try to include the links in the summary.

Also, you can include the Red Dragon M990 Legend Chroma as GOOD for the 8 port AIMOS. I've been using it constantly since I got my 8 Port and it works identically to the 4 port.

I can test the K585 Red Dragon keypad and K588 tenkeyless Red Dragon keyboard soon. I'll update this post once I can do that. I think it is safe to say that anything that works on the 4 port AIMOS will work the same on the 8 port. Unless we find an indication they're somehow different, you might be able to combine them to save space in the posts?

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Also, you can include the Red Dragon M990 Legend Chroma as GOOD for the 8 port AIMOS. I've been using it constantly since I got my 8 Port and it works identically to the 4 port.

I can test the K585 Red Dragon keypad and K588 tenkeyless Red Dragon keyboard soon. I'll update this post once I can do that. I think it is safe to say that anything that works on the 4 port AIMOS will work the same on the 8 port. Unless we find an indication they're somehow different, you might be able to combine them to save space in the posts?

Thanks and I look forward to the updates. I may combine them and just denote a 4 or an 8 (or 4+8) for which switch we have confirmed testing for.

I think part of the issue with the space is that it may be counting the text of the URLs that I am including as hyperlinks to the original source thread/post where the testing was documented (even if in this same thread). Maybe I can also replace the regular/full URLs with some Tiny URLs.

[bloodshot]

steelseries Rival 500 mouse all buttons work with Shuone 8 port/Aimos 4 port confirmed FYI after running it through test

Thanks for the update! I just returned my Razer Naga Trinity as it wasn't ergonomic and the synapse software is terrible. This seems like a perfect candidate to update from my G502. I just ordered it off amazon =)

[bpkdasbaum]

FJ Gear US-108
8 ports KVM switch USB synchronizer 8 ports synchronous controller
Official Website: http://www.fj-gear.com/US108/show/217.html
Stay on chinese version and use google translate, the english website does not have any content/info
Basically identical with ShuOne 8 port Synchronouse KM switch (some different shortcuts)

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3301...70075cefmlny63
They are shipping worldwide, couldn't buy the Shuone from Amazon.com, as they don't deliver to EU.
My order arrived after about a week. Faster than estimated on aliexpress.


GOOD to OK: Corsair K70 RBG Rapidfire
Functions as normal keyboard & macros/profile can be saved to device if plugged in normally before.
No access to iCUE software when connected through KVM.

GOOD to OK: Mouse Logitech G700S
Functions as normal mouse & macros/profile can be saved to device if plugged in normally before (all additional 10 buttons work and send keyboard strokes)
No access to Logitech Gaming software when connected through KVM.

NOTE: The FJ Gear US-108 KVM has a 3 key rollover limit.
Meaning when you walk forward (1), strafe(2) and rightlick mouselook(3) at the same time, the mouse will sometimes lose focus due to signal updates of continuous mouse, but catches itself again.
When additionally pressing a spell button (4) the mouse will always lose focus.

Did anyone experience this limit with the ShuOne?