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User Manual CS-1004 /CS-1008 /CS-1016 2001-01-13.
2001-01-13.
Packing List The complete Master View package consists of: M One Master View Pro KVM Switch (CS-1004, CS-1008, or CS-1016) M One Power Adapter M One User Manual Check to make sure that the unit was not damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
Contents Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Hardware Requirements .
Overview The Master View Pro KVM Switch is a control unit that allows access to mult iple computers from a single console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse). Bef ore the development of the Master View, the only way to control mult iple comput er configurations from a single console was through a complex and costly network system.
Features w Daisy Chain Up To 31 Additional Units - Control Up to 512 PCs From a Single Console w No Software Required - Computer Selection via Front Panel Switches, Hotkeys or OSD (On Screen Display) .
Hardware Requirements Console w A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monit or capable of the highest resolut ion that you will be using on any computer in the installation. w A PS/2 style mouse w A PS/2 style keyboard PC The following equipment must be installed on each computer: w A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card.
Unpacking CS-1016 Front View: * T The figure shows a CS-1016 model. The only difference between it and the other models is in the number of Port Selection Switches. 1. Status LEDs OnLine: Lights ORANGE to indicate that the PC attached to the corresponding port is up and running Selected: Lights GREEN to indicate the currently select ed port .
CS-1016 Rear View: * T The figure shows a CS-1016 model. The only difference between it and the other models is in the number of Port Selection Switches. 1. Daisy Chain Section If you daisy chain units, the cables plug in here. 2. CPU Port Section The cables that link to the computers plug in here.
Installation Before you begin, make sure that power to all the devices (Master View Pro and PCs) you will be connecting up have been turned off. First Stage Installation In a Single Stage installation, there are no additional Mast er View ’ s daisy chained down from the first unit.
6. Turn on the power to the Master View. Note: When you turn the unit On, it undergoes a Power On Self Test. If there is a problem, Port LEDs 1 - 4 flash repeatedly according to a pattern that indicat.
4. Use Daisy chain cable set 2L-1700 (as described in the Hardware Requirements section), to connect from the Chai n Out Port of the parent Master View unit to the Chain In Port of the child Mast er View unit (F irst Station Out to Second Station In, Second St at ion Out to Third St at ion In, et c.
Operation Hot Plugging The Master View Pro supports hot plugging - components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the CPU ports without the need to shut the unit down.
Port Selection Controlling all the PCs connected up in your Master View installation from a single console could not be easier. Three methods are available that provide instant access to any PC on the chain: Manual; Hot Key ; and OSD. w Manual Simply press the appropriate Port Selection Switch on the Master View ’ s front panel.
Port ID Numbering Since each CPU Port on a Master View installation is assigned a unique Port ID, you can directly access any computer on any level of the installation using the Hot Key port selection method or from the OSD Main Menu by specifying the Port ID that the computer is connected to.
Port Numbering Tabl e Port Numbering is summarized in the following table: Number of Digits Meaning 4 First two for Station Number; s econd two for Port Number 3 First two for Station Number; thi rd f.
Hot Key Operation Hotkey Port Selection Hot key port selection allows you to conveniently access any computer directly form the keyboard, in stead of having to manually select it with a Port Selection switch. Note: Make sure that DIP Switch 6 (located on the Mast er View ’ s rear panel), is set to ON to enable the Hot Key feature under OSD.
Hot Key Broadcasting Commands to all attached PCs (to install software or shut down all the PCs, e.g.), can be broadcast from the console ’ s keyboard with the following Hot Key combinations: w [Ctr.
OSD Operation On Screen Display (OSD), provides a menu driven interface to handle the computer switching procedure. Using OSD is a great deal more convenient - especially in large, daisy chained installations where it is difficult to keep track of which port a particular computer is attached to.
OSD Main Menu Headings Heading Explanation SN-PN This column l ists the Port ID numbers (S tation Number - Port Number) for all the CPU ports on the ins tallation. The si mplest method to acces s a particular computer is move the Highlight B ar to it, then press [Enter].
w F2 Scan: Pressing [F2] initiates Quick View Scanning , in which the OSD cycles through all the ports that are currently selected in the List view (see F3 , below), and displays each one for the amount of time set with the Scan Duration setting under the F6 Set function (see p.
To make a choice move the Highlight Bar to the choice you want, then press [Enter]. An icon appears before the choice to indicate that it is the currently selected one. Note: 1. You can access any port on any list by using the Navigation Keys then pressing [Enter].
w F6 Set: When you press [F6] a submenu appears that allows you to configure the OSD settings. To change a setting, use the Up and Down Arrow Keys or mouse to move the highlight bar to it, then press [Enter] or Double Click the left mouse button.
Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows: Setting Default Display Duration Always On Display Mode The Port Number plus the Port Number Scan Duration 5 Seconds 2001-01-13 20.
OSD Security Features In order to prevent unauthorized access to the computers, the OSD provides two security features: Password; and Lock/Unlock Console. If a password is set , the console can only be locked/unlocked, by first specifying the password.
Lock/Unlock Console: To lock/unlock the console: 1. Highlight this item, then press [Enter]. 2. If no password has been set, the system locks the console (if it is unlocked), or unlocks the console (it is locked).
Appendix Station Numbering Table The first Master View Pro (the one that the console connects to), is considered the First Station; the Master View Pro that daisy chains to it is considered the Second Station; the Master View Pro daisy chained to the Second Stat ion is considered the Third Station, etc.
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Pressing the HotKeys gets no response under OSD. DIP Swit ch 6 is set to OFF. Make sure that DIP Swi tch 6 is set to ON. Pressing Hot Keys gets no response. The connection from the selected port to the target computer has been broken, or the PC is turned OFF.
Specifications Function CS-1004 CS-1008 CS-1016 Power Consumption DC 9V 500mA DC 9V 600mA DC 9V 800mA PC Connections Direct 4 8 16 Max. (via Daisy Chain) 128 256 512 Port Selection Front Panel Switc h.
Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interf erence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including int erf erence that may cause undesired operation.
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