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2005-12-21 User Manual CS-1732 A CS-1734 A.
2005-12-21 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Packing List The complete Master View CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A package consists of: w 1 CS-1732 A or CS-1734 A KVM Switch w 2 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-1732 A ) w 4 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-1734 A ) w 1 F.
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v CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A User Manual Contents 1. Introduction Features ................................2 Hardware Requirements ........................3 Console ..............................3 Computer .............................3 Cables ............
4. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Before You Begin ..........................2 3 Starting the Upgrade .........................2 4 Upgrade Succeeded .......................2 7 Upgrade Failed .........................2 7 Appendix Specifications .........
Chapter 1. Introduction Overview The Master View CS-1732 A and CS-1734 A represent a revolutionary new direction in KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Switches. The CS-1732 A and CS-1734 A are dual function two and four Port KVM Switches combined with 2 Port USB Hubs.
Features w Dual function KVM-USB switch w One console controls 2 (CS-1732 A ) or 4 (CS-1734 A ) computers and two additional USB devices w Dual interface support - PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse data transport* w Independent (asynchronous) switching of KVM and peripheral USB ports w Fully compliant with the USB 1.
Hardware Requirements Console w A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation. w A USB style mouse w A USB style keyboard Computer The following equipment must be installed on each computer: w A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card.
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Chapter 2. Hardware Setup CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A Front View 2005-12-21 5 12 3 12 3.
1. Port Selection Switches w Press a switch for longer than two seconds to bring the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port. w Press a switch for less than two seconds to bring only the KVM focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port.
CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A Rear View 2005-12-21 Hardware Setup 7 1 3 2 6 4 56 1 3 2 6 4 56.
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 Hub Section USB peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.
Before you Begin Cable Connection To set up your Master View CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A installation, refer 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.
6. If you choose to use external power, plug the power adapter cable into the switch’s Power Jack, then plug the power adapter into an AC power source. Note: The power adapter should be DC5V 2.6A with the inside positive and the outside negative: 7.
2005-12-21 Hardware Setup 11 5 USB Cable Connection: 5 PS/2 Cable Connection:.
Hot Plugging The Master View CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A 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.
Chapter 3. Hotkey Operation The CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A provides an extensive, easy-to-use, hotkey function that makes it convenient to control and configure your KVM installation from the keyboard. Hotkeys provide asynchronous (independent) switching of the KVM, USB hub and audio focus.
Going Directly to a Port Hotkey Action [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] [Enter] Brings the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus to the computer attached to the port corresponding to the specified Port ID. Note that the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus all go to this port even if they were on different ports to begin with.
Auto Scanning The CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A ‘s Auto Scan feature automatically cycles the KVM focus through the computer ports at regular intervals. This allows you to monitor the computer activity without having to take the trouble of switching from port to port manually.
Hotkey Setting Mode Hotkey Setting Mode is used to set up your CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A switch configuration. All operations begin with invoking Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM). Invoking HSM To invoke HSM do the following: 1. Press and hold down the Num Lock key 2.
Alternate Port Switching Keys The port switching activation keys can be changed from tapping the Scroll Lock key twice ([Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]) to tapping the Ctrl key twice. To change the port switching activation keys, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see p.
List Hotkey Settings To see a listing of the current hotkey settings, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see p. 16). 2. Press and release the F4 function key. 3. Open a text editor or word processor and use its Paste function to display the settings. USB Reset If the USB loses focus and needs to be reset, do the following: 1.
Restore Default Settings To reset the CS-1732 A / CS-1734 A to its default hotkey settings, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see p. 16). 2. Press [R] [Enter] . All hotkey settings return to the factory default settings. HSM Summary Table After invoking HSM (see p.
Keyboard Emulation Sun Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys.
Mac Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. Note: When using key combinatons, press and release the first key, then press and release the second one.
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Chapter 4. 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 specific for each device.
6. Power the switch back on by plugging in one of the KVM cables. The switch’s front panel LEDs flash to indicate that it is in Firmware Upgrade Mode.
1. 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. 2. As you select a device in the list, its description appears in the Device Description panel.
3. 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. To complete the upgrade: 1. Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. 2. Power off the switch by unplugging the KVM cable that you connected in step 6 of Before You Begin (see p.
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Appendix Specifications Function CS-1732 A CS-1734 A Computer Connections 2 4 CPU Port Selection Front Panel Switches; Hotkey USB Port Selection Hotkey LEDs On Line 2 (Orange) 4 (Orange) USB Link 2 (G.
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Erratic behavior. Unit not receiving enough power. Use a DC 5V power adapter if you are not already using one. If you are already using a power adapter, check that it matches the system specifications (DC 5V), and that it is plugged in and functioning properly.
2005-12-21 The Firmware Upgrade Utility 31 Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM THE DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN - TIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK OR ITS DOCUMEN - TATION.
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