User Manual CS-9134 CS-9138 2001-05-21
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Packing List The complete Master View KVM Switch package consists of: w One CS-9134 or CS-9138 KVM Switch with Stacking Brackets w One Power Adapter w One User Manual Check to make sure that the unit was not damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer. Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of the devices connected to it. ©Copyright 2001 ATEN International Co., Ltd. Manual Part No.
Contents Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Hardware Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Computer System . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview The Master View CS-9134 and CS-9138 KVM Switches are control units that allow access to multiple computers from a single console (keyboard, monitor, and mouse). Before the development of the Master View, the only way to control multiple computers from a single console was through a complex and costly network. Now, with the Master View CS-9134/CS-9138, you can easily access multiple computers in a cost effective manner.
Features w Cascadable To Three Levels - Control Up to 64 (CS-9134) or 512 (CS-9138) Computers From a Single Console w No Software Required - Computer Selection via Front Panel Switches, Hot Keys, or On Screen Display (OSD) w Quick View Scan Feature for Monitoring Selected Computers w PS/2 and Serial Mouse Emulation Provided For System Bootup w Console’ s PS/2 Mouse Controls All Connected Computers - Even Those With Serial Mice w PS/2 Compatible Mouse Support - Microsoft Intellimouse Pro, Logitech FirstM
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 PS/2 style mouse w A PS/2 style keyboard Computer System The following equipment must be installed on each computer system: w A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card. w Either a 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style), or DB-9 (standard serial), mouse port.
Cables Use of substandard cables may damage the connected devices or degrade overall performance. For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout, we strongly recommend that you use the following high quality CS Custom Cable sets: Function CS Part Number AT (5 pin DIN) Keyboard and Serial Mouse PS/2 (6 pin mini-DIN) Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse 2L-1001P/C (1.8 m) or 2L-1003P/C (3 m) Cascade Master View Units Note: 1.
Introduction CS-9134 Front View 1 K/M RESET AUTO SCAN 2 3 4 5 1. Port Selection Switches Press a switch to access the computer attached to the corresponding port. M Pressing Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 3 seconds performs a Key- board and Mouse reset. M Pressing Buttons 3 and 4 simultaneously starts Auto Scan Mode. 2. Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches.
CS-9138 Front View 1 K/M RESET AUTO SCAN 2 3 4 5 1. Port Selection Switches Press a switch to access the computer attached to the corresponding port. M Pressing Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously for 3 seconds performs a Keyboard and Mouse reset. M Pressing Buttons 7 and 8 simultaneously starts Auto Scan Mode. 2. Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches.
CS-9134 / CS-9138 Rear View 1 2 1 2 3 3 1. Power Jack The unit is designed to be non-powered (no external power required). It gets the necessary power for its operation from the computers it connects to. In general, there are two conditions when the CS-9134/CS-9138 requires external power: 1. When you cascade it; 2. If operation becomes erratic because the unit isn’ t obtaining enough power from the computer connections. If you decide to use external power, the power adapater cable plugs in here. 2.
Installation Before you Begin 1. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up have been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. Otherwise, the switch will receive power from the system. 2. To prevent damage to your equipment due to ground potential difference, make sure that all devices on the installation are properly grounded. Consult your dealer for technical details, if necessary.
Two Stage Installation To control even more computers, up to four (CS-9134) or eight (CS-9138) additional Master View units can be cascaded from the CPU ports of the First Stage unit. The cascaded Master Views that connect back to the First Stage unit are considered Second Stage units. As many as 16 (CS-9134) or 64 (CS-9138) computers can be controlled in a complete two stage installation.
Three Stage Installation The procedures for setting up a three stage installation are essentially the same as for a two stage installation. With a three stage setup, as many as 64 (CS-9134) or 512 (CS-9138) computers can be controlled in a complete installation. A table showing the relation between the number of computers and the number of Master View units needed to control them is provided in the Appendix. Note: Master View units cannot be cascaded beyond the third level.
4. Repeat steps 1 - 3 for any other Third Stage units you wish to connect. 5. For each Third Stage unit: Plug the power adapter into an AC source; plug the power adapter cable into the Master View’ s Power Jack. 6. For each Second Stage unit: Plug the power adapter into an AC source; plug the power adapter cable into the Master View’ s Power Jack. 7. For the First Stage Master View unit: Plug the power adapter into an AC source; plug the power adapter cable into the Master View’ s Power Jack. 8.
Operation Hot Plugging The Master View CS-9134/CS-9138 supports hot plugging - components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the ports without the need to shut the unit down. In order for hot plugging to work properly, however, these procedures must be followed: w Hot Plugging CPU Ports: When hot plugging cables from the CPU ports: 1. The cable must be plugged back into the same port it was removed from. 2.
2. Wait 10 seconds, then plug the Master Views back in, starting with the last station in the chain and working back to the station you originally shut down. 3. After all the Master View’ s are up, power On the computers, starting with the ones attached to the last station in the chain and working back to the station you originally shut down. Port Selection The Master View CS-9134/CS-9138 provides three methods to obtain instant access to any computer in your installation: Manual; Hotkey; and OSD.
Port ID Numbering 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 by specifying the Port ID of the CPU port that the computer is connected to - either with the Hotkey port selection method, or with the OSD. The Port ID is a one, two, or three digit number. It is determined by the Stage Level and CPU port number of the Master View unit that a computer is connected to.
OSD OSD Overview On Screen Display (OSD), provides a menu driven interface to handle the computer switching procedure. Although Hotkey switching still works, using OSD is a great deal more convenient - especially in large, cascaded installations where it is difficult to keep track of which port a particular computer is attached to. All operations start from the OSD Main Menu. To pop up the Main Menu, tap either Ctrl key twice. Note: 1. The keys must be on the same side (both left, or both right). 2.
OSD Navigation w [Esc] cancels the current selection, or dismisses the current menu and moves back to the menu one level above. If you are at the highest menu level, it deactivates OSD. w Use the Up and Down Arrow Keys or Click the Up and Down Triangle symbols (▲▼) to move up or down through the list one line at a time. w Use [Pg Up] and [Pg Dn] or Click the Up and Down Arrow symbols (éê) to move up or down through the list one screen at a time.
OSD Main Menu Headings Heading Explanation PN This column lists the Port ID numbers (Station Number - Port Number) for all the CPU ports on the installation. The simplest method to access a particular computer is move the Highlight Bar to it, then press [Enter]. QV If a port has been selected for Quick View scanning (see F2 and F4, below), an arrowhead displays in this column to indicate so. PC A plus sign ( + )displays in this column to indicate the computers that are Powered On and are On Line.
w F2 SCAN: Pressing [F2] initiates Quick View Scanning, in which the OSD cycles through all the ports that have been selected for this with the QV feature (see F4 QV, below). It stays on each port for the amount of time set with the Scan Duration setting under the F6 SET function (see p. 20). When you want to stop at a particular location, press the [Spacebar] to stop scanning. Note: 1.
Note: 1. You can access any port on any list by using the Navigation Keys then pressing [Enter]. 2. If you select a port that does not have a computer attached to it, or if the attached computer is powered Off, the OSD will still switch to it, and will not show an error. w F4 QV: QV lets you select which ports you want to include for automatic scanning under the Quick View Scanning function (see F2, above). [F4] is a toggle. To select/deselect a port, move the highlight bar to it, then press [F4].
w F6 SET: Pressing [F6] brings up the OSD configuration menu. To change a setting: 1. Move the highlight bar to the item you want to change, then press [Enter]. 2. On the submenu that appears, an icon of a pointing finger indicates the currently selected setting. Move the highlight bar to the choice you want and press [Enter].
Setting Function SET PASSWORD Allows you to set a password in order to control access to: Clearing the Name List; Restoring Default Values; and Locking/Unlocking the Console. See the OSD Security Features section, below, for password setting details. CLEAR THE NAME LIST* Clears all Port Names from the Name List. You are asked to confirm before the procedure goes on. Key in Y, then press [Enter] to confirm. While the names are being cleared, a message appears on the display to indicate so.
Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows: Setting Default Display Duration Always On Display Mode The Port Number plus the Port Name Scan Duration 3 Seconds OSD Security In order to prevent unauthorized access to the computers, the OSD provides a password security feature. If a password has been set, the OSD will request that the user specify it before allowing entry. To set a password: 1. Press [F6] to bring up the setup configuration menu. 2.
Appendix Master View - computer Connection Tables The following tables indicate the relationship between the number of Master View Units and the number of computers that they control: w CS-9138: MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computers MVs Computers 1 8 20 134 - 141 39 267 - 274 58 400 - 407 2 8-15 21 141 - 148 40 274 - 281 59 407 - 414 3 15 - 22 22 148 - 155 41 281 - 288 60 414 - 421 4 22 - 29 23 155 - 162 42 288 - 295 61 421 - 428 5 29 - 36 24 162 - 169 43 29
w CS-9134: MVs computers MVs computers MVs computers MVs computers 1 4 7 19 - 22 13 37 - 40 19 55 - 58 2 4-7 8 22 - 25 14 40 - 43 20 58 - 61 3 7 - 10 9 25 - 28 15 43 - 46 21 61 - 64 4 10 - 13 10 28 - 31 16 46 - 49 5 13 - 16 11 31 - 34 17 49 - 52 6 16 - 19 12 34 - 37 18 52 - 55 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Erratic behavior.
Specifications Function Computer Connections Connectors CS-9138 Direct 4 8 Max 64 (via Cascade) 512 (via Cascade) Port Selection LEDs CS-9134 Front Panel Switches Hotkeys On Screen Display Power 1 (Blue) On Line Port 4 (Green) 8 (Green) Selected Port 4 (Orange) 8 (Orange) Keyboard 5 x 6 pin mini-DIN female 9 x 6 pin mini-DIN female Mouse Video 1 x HDB-15 female 4 x HDB-15 male 8 x HDB-15 male Resolution 1920 x 1440; DDC; DDC2; DDC2B Scan Interval (OSD Select) 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30
Stacking and Mounting w Stacking: 1. The unit comes with the stacking brackets already attached. Note that there is a top and bottom half to each bracket. The top half has a convex surface; the bottom half has a concave surface. 2. Line up the four bottom brackets of the top unit with the four top brackets of the bottom unit; then fit the top unit down onto the bottom unit. w Rack Mounting To rack mount the unit do the following: 1.
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