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User Manual CS-1732 CS-1734 2003-07-17.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The se limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interf erence in a residential installation.
Packing List The complete Master View CS-1732 / CS-1734 package consists of: M 1 CS-1732 or CS-1734 KVM Switch M 2 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-1732) M 4 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-1734) M 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable M 1 User Manual M 1 Quick Start Guide Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing was damaged in shipping.
Contents Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Hardware Requirements .
Overview The Master View CS-1732 and CS-1734 represent a revolutionary new direction in KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Switches. The CS-1732 and CS-1734 are dual function two and four Port KVM Switches combined with 2 Port USB Hubs.
Features M Dual function KVM-USB switch M One console controls 2 (CS-1732 ) or 4 (CS-1734 ) computers and two additional USB devices M Dual interface support - PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse data transport * M Independent (asynchronous) switching of KVM and peripheral USB ports M Fully compliant with the USB 1.
Hardware Requirements Console M A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monit or capable of the highest resolut ion that you will be using on any computer in the installation. M A USB style mouse M A USB style keyboard Computer The following equipment must be installed on each computer: M A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card.
Introduction CS-1732 Front View 1. Port Selection Switches M Press a switch to access the computer attached to its corresponding port. M Pressing Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds starts Auto Scan Mode . See p. 14 for details. 2. Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Swit ches.
CS-1734 Front View 1. Port Selection Switches M Press a switch to access the computer attached to its corresponding port. M Pressing Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 2 seconds performs a keyboard and mouse reset. M Pressing Buttons 3 and 4 simultaneously for 2 seconds starts Auto Scan Mode .
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1. Console Audio Jacks The cables from your microphone and speakers plug in here. Each jack is marked with an appropriate icon to indicate itself. 2. USB Peripheral Section USB peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can plug int o any available port .
Installation Before you Begin Cable Connection To set up your Master View CS-1732 / CS-1734 installation, ref er to the installation diagrams on the following pages, and do the following: 1. Plug your USB keyboard and USB mouse into the USB Ports located on the unit’s front panel.
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Operation Hot Plugging The Master View CS-1732 / CS-1734 supports USB 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.
Hotkey Operation The CS-1732 / CS-1734 provides an extensive, easy-to-use, hotkey funct ion that makes it convenient to control and configure your KVM inst allat ion from the keyboard. All hotkey operations with the exception of Skip Mode (see p. ) begin by invoking Hotkey Mode.
Hotkey Port Access Hotkey Port Access allows you to select which computer has the KVM focus and/or which computer has access to the USB peripherals. Note: CPU Port selection and USB Port assignment can be done independently (asynchronously). One computer can have the KVM focus while another has access to the USB peripherals.
M Auto Scan Mode The CS-1732 / CS-1734’s Auto Scan feature automatically cycles through the computer ports at regular 5 second intervals. This allows you to monit or the computer activity without having to take the trouble of swit ching from port to port manually.
Alternate Hotkey Invocation Keys An alternate set of Hotkey Invocat ion keys is provided in case the def ault set conflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alternate Hotkey Invocation set , do the following: 1. Invoke HKM (see p.
Hotkey Configuration The CS-1732 / CS-1734’s default port configuration is for a PC Compatible keyboard operating platform, and a US English keyboard language code. If your requirements call for different port settings (you have a Mac or Sun attached to a port, e.
Keyboard Emulation Sun Keyboard The PS/2 (101/104) key keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with ot her keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below. Note: When using [Ctrl] combinatons, press and release the Ctrl key, then press and release the activation key.
Mac Keyboard The keyboard emulation mappings from the Mac keyboard to the PS/2 keyboards (101 key and 104 key), are listed in the table below. Note: When using key combinatons, press and release the first key (Ctrl or Alt), then press and release the activation key.
The Firmware Upgrade Utility The Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides a smooth, automated process for upgrading the KVM switch’s firmware. The Utility comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specif ic for each device.
Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware: 1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file - either by double clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears: 2.
3. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears: The Utility inspects your installation. All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel. 4. As you select a device in the list, its description appears in the Device Description panel.
5. After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade. If you enabled Check Firmware Version , the Utility compares the device’s firmware level with that of the upgrade files.
Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility.
Upgrade Failed If the upgrade failed to complete successfully a dialog box appears asking if you want to retry. Click Yes to retry. If you Click No , the Upgrade Failed screen appears: Click Cancel to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. See the next sect ion, Firmware Upgrade Recovery , for how to proceed.
Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: M When you begin a firmware upgrade, but decide not to proceed with it. M When the Mainboard firmware upgrade fails. M When the I/O firmware upgrade fails.
Appendix Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Erratic behavior. Unit not recei ving enough power. Use a DC 5V power adapter if you are not already using one. If you are al ready using a power adapter, check that it matches the system specificati ons (DC 5V), and that it i s plugged in and functi oning properly.
Specifications Function CS-1732 CS-1734 Computer Connections 2 4 CPU Port Selec tion Front Panel Switc hes; Hotkey USB Port S election Hotkey LEDs On Line 2 (Orange) 4 (Orange) USB Link 2 (Green) 4 (G.
Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LI ABI LI TY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM THE DIRECT , INDI RECT , SPECI AL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAG ES RESULT ING FRO M THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK OR ITS DOCUMENTAT ION.
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