AdderView RDX Rack Drawer User Guide
Further information Troubleshooting.........................................................................11 Screen specifications..................................................................11 Getting assistance.......................................................................11 Warranty.....................................................................................12 Safety information.....................................................................12 Radio frequency energy..........
Welcome Thank you for choosing the AdderView RDX Rack Drawer which combines screen, keyboard, mouse and sixteen port KVM switching while occupying only a single rack slot. The screen and keyboard slide out to provide quick access to all systems when working in the server room. All models also facilitate either remote or global access for authorised users who are away from the server room.
Additional items USB Connectors: Analog video and USB keyboard/mouse. Part number: CATX-USB Sun Connectors: Analog video, Sun keyboard/ mouse and 3.5mm audio jack. Part number: CATX-SUNA CD-ROM Console CAM (for RD1716QIP and RD1916QIP only) Connectors: D-Sub 9-way female.
Installation 3 Insert the rack drawer assembly into the mounting brackets. Mounting the rack drawer 1 Determine the appropriate position for the rack drawer within your rack frame. Insert two of the supplied cage nuts in each of the rear vertical rack rails and one cage nut in the lower position of each front rack rail.
Connecting the rack drawer All server, network and power connections are located at the rear of the unit. • An ethernet network link, labelled or , • A remote extender link (to attach an Adder X200), labelled port is NOT a network port. KVM only . Note: This To connect the external link 1 Wherever possible, ensure that power is disconnected from the rack drawer.
Connecting the power adapter to the rear panel power socket. 1 2 ON 2 Connect the IEC connector of the supplied country-specific power lead to the socket of the power adapter. 3 Connect the power cord to a nearby power outlet. Note: Both the rack drawer and the power adapter generate heat when in operation and will become warm to the touch. Do not enclose them or place them in locations where air cannot circulate to cool the equipment. Do not operate the equipment in ambient temperatures exceeding 35oC.
Initial configuration where: xx is either 17 or 19, denoting the LCD screen size yy is the country code, e.g. UK, US, etc. ---> use AdderView CATx 1000 user guide, ---> use AdderView CATxIP 1000 user guide, ---> use AdderView CATxIP 5000 user guide. • RDxx16yy • RDxx16IPyy • RDxx16QIPyy The precise details for configuration of the rack drawer will depend on the model being used.
Operation The compact rack drawer is easy to open and close when required. To close the rack drawer 1 Fold down the screen and locate the black arrow release button on each side of the drawer slider: Note for safe use • Keep all liquids away from the equipment to minimise the risk of accidental spillage. Liquid spilled on to the power supply or on other hardware may cause damage, fire or electrical shock.
Operating the rack drawer The screen controls Using the OSD menu The screen controls are located at the base of the screen: button to display the OSD menu: Power indicator. (green = on, orange = power saving mode). Power button for the screen. Geometry Controls for auto adjust, H position, V position, phase and clock. Not used Display the OSD menu. Scroll buttons to control OSD menus. (To auto adjust screen, press and hold Exit the OSD menu.
Selecting server channels where: xx is either 17 or 19, denoting the LCD screen size yy is the country code, e.g. UK, US, etc. For more information, please refer to the Operation section of the appropriate Adder user guide as appropriate to the rack drawer model being used: • RDxx16yy ---> use AdderView CATx 1000 user guide, • RDxx16IPyy ---> use AdderView CATxIP 1000 user guide, • RDxx16QIPyy ---> use AdderView CATxIP 5000 user guide.
Further information The membrane power light is not ON • Press the Power On / Off button on display membrane to check whether the monitor is switched on. • Check the power cord is properly connected to the rack drawer and power outlet. Screen image is not centered or sized properly • Press the button for five seconds to automatically adjust the image. Auto adjust can also be initiated within the geometry section of the OSD menu. • Adjust the H-position and V-position settings via the OSD menu.
Adder Technology Ltd warrants that this product shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two years from the date of original purchase. If the product should fail to operate correctly in normal use during the warranty period, Adder will replace or repair it free of charge. No liability can be accepted for damage due to misuse or circumstances outside Adder’s control.
Radio frequency energy All interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
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