VISTA L-SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS MANUAL 10707 Stancliff Road Phone: (281) 933-7673 Houston, Texas 77099 WWW.ROSE.
LIMITED WARRANTY Rose Electronics warrants Vista to be in good working order for one year from the date of purchase from Rose Electronics or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time during this one-year warranty period, Rose Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace the Unit as set forth below. Repair parts and replacement units will be either reconditioned or new. All replaced parts become the property of Rose Electronics.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents Introduction .......................................................................................... 1 Features ......................................................................................... 2 Optional on-screen display (OSD) features ........................................ 2 Compatibility.................................................................................... 3 System overview..............................................................................
Tables Table 1. Compatibility ........................................................................... 3 Table 2. Front panel description............................................................. 6 Table 3. Vista 4UA/8UA description ....................................................... 7 Table 4. Vista 4PCA/8PCA description................................................... 8 Table 5. Keyboard commands ............................................................. 16 Figures Figure 1.
INTRODUCTION Introduction Thank you for choosing the Rose Electronics Vista Universal KVM switch. The Vista switch is the result of Rose Electronics commitment to providing state-of-the-art switching solutions for today’s demanding work place. The Vista switch has proven to be a valuable investment for users that have a need to access multiple CPUs from a single KVM station. A Keyboard, Video monitor and Mouse are referred to throughout this manual as a KVM station.
Features § Available with DB25 or PC (keyboard, video monitor, mouse) CPU connectors. § Access up to 4 or 8 computers from one KVM station. § Select a computer from the front panel or simple keyboard commands. § Models with the on-screen display (OSD) option can select computers from an on-screen menu. § Power is obtained from the attached CPUs, eliminating the need for an external power source. An external power adapter is required for models with the OSD option.
Compatibility CPUs Computers Industry standard PCs, Unix computers such as RS-6000, HP 9000, SGI, DEC Alpha, and others. Monitors SVGA Keyboards US, Korean, Japanese, keyboards with or without Windows keys (101, 102, 104, 105, 106, 109 keys) (Some older XT/AT auto-sensing keyboards may not be compatible).
OVERVIEW System overview The Vista L-series switch is designed to provide seamless, trouble-free switching from a single KVM station to any connected CPU. You can switch to the connected computers by simple keyboard commands or using the front panel buttons. Vistas’ with the On-Screen Display option (OSD) can switch to the connected computers from an on-screen menu. Figure 1 shows a typical configuration using the Vista 8 port switch with DB25 connectors.
UP TO 8 CPUs KVM STATION Figure 1. Typical installation Power connectors The power connector on the Vista switch is for a supplemental power adapter. Supplemental power may be needed if the cable length from the computers to the Vista switch is long or you are using a wireless keyboard. The power adapter is furnished for Vista models with the OSD option. (See Figure 2) Supplemental power adapter is required for Units with the OSD option . Figure 2.
MODELS Vista L-Series models Figure 3. Vista 4 port Figure 4. Vista 8 port Activity LED (ACT) Lit when selected CPU has power. Flashes when Keyboard and mouse data is sent to the unit. Power LEDs Indicates which computers are powered on. Select LEDs Indicates which computer is selected. Reset button Resets the unit and initializes the keyboard and mouse. CPU Select buttons (1 – 4 or 1 – 8) Selects the computer to be accessed. Table 2.
KVL-4UA rear connectors KVL-8UA rear connectors Label Connector type Description (4U) 1,2,3,4 DB25 Computer connectors (*U) 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 DB25 Computer connectors Monitor HD15F KVM monitor connector Mouse MiniDin-6F KVM PS/2 mouse connector Keyboard MiniDin-6F KVM keyboard connector Table 3.
KVL-4PCA rear connectors KVL-8PCA rear connectors Label Connector Type Description Keyboard (MiniDin-6F) Mouse (MiniDin-6F) Video (HD15F) CPU connectors 1-4 on 4PC model 1-8 on 8PC model Monitor HD15F KVM monitor connector Mouse MiniDin-6F KVM PS/2 mouse connector Keyboard MiniDin-6F KVM keyboard connector Table 4.
CABLES Vista cables Vista to CPU cables For the Vista models with DB25 CPU connectors, it is recommended that Rose Electronics cable part number CAB-WX0606Cnnn or CAB-CX0606Cnnn (DB25 to HD15/PS2/PS2) CPU cable be used. For the Vista models with PC connectors, it is recommended that Rose Electronics cable part number CAB-CXV66MMnnn or CAB-WX66MMnnn (VGA & PS/2 Male to Male cable) be used.
INSTALLATION Installation Installation of the Vista switch consists of the following steps: It is recommended that the CPUs be powered off. 1. Connect the KVM station to the Vista switch. (Connect the optional power adapter if the unit has the OSD option.) 2. Connect the CPUs to the Vista switch. 3. Sequentially apply power, boot the CPUs. 4. Verify keyboard, mouse and CPU operation.
Step 2 - Connect the CPUs Connect the CPU keyboard, video monitor and mouse ports to the corresponding Vista switches keyboard, video monitor and mouse ports using the appropriate CPU cables as shown in Figure 6. For attached CPUs that use a serial mouse, use adapter ACC-KVM6F9F to connect to the CPUs serial port (do not substitute). Figure 6.
Step 3 - Applying power It is recommended that each connected CPU be booted up starting with the CPU connected to Port #1. Switch the Vista to the CPU port by pressing the appropriate numbered button on the front panel (1-4 or 1-8). Boot that CPU. Verify that the mouse and keyboard function properly. If the keyboard or mouse does not respond, see the troubleshooting section. Verify that the CPU functions and applications perform properly before booting up the next CPU.
The keyboard, video monitor, and mouse signals can be driven up to 1,000 feet using our CrystalView KVM extenders. LOCAL REMOTE CrystalView UP TO 1,000’ CAT-5 CABLE VISTA SWITCH UP TO 8 CPUs CAN BE ACCESSED FROM A SINGLE KVM STATION FROM UP TO 1,000’ AWAY Figure 7. Vista to CrystalView Figure 8.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating instructions The Vista switch is very easy to operate. Computer selection and set-up functions are entered from the keyboard. You can also select computers manually from the Vista’s front panel by using buttons 1-4 or buttons 1-8 depending on your model. The Vista models with the on-screen display (OSD) option can select computers by choosing from an on-screen list of the computers. Keyboard command Following is a description of the Vista keyboard command functions.
Keyboard commands (continued) Command Key Sequence Description Mode command M x Where: x = 1 for mode 1 x = 2 for mode 2 x = 3 for mode 3 x = 7 for mode 7 x = 8 for mode 8 x = 9 for mode 9 First select the CPU port to configure, and then enter the mode command. Mode 1, 2, 3 for keyboard: Mode 7, 8, 9 for mouse Maximum computers P x (x = 1 – 4 or 1 – 8) Limits scanning to maximum port number Typematic value Factory setting = 43 Rate = 10.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Keyboard commands (continued) Command Key Sequence Description Computer disconnect. L Disconnects from computer. Scan (On) S Turns scan mode on, causing the Vista to start scanning sequentially from the current port through the remaining ports and start again at Port 1. Scan (Off) X Turns scan mode off. Reset mouse command O Sends reset mouse command to the currently selected computer. Will recover stuck NT mouse Table 5.
Scan mode (On) To enable the “Scan mode”, press and release the left key, then type S. The Vista switch will begin scanning sequentially from its current computer through the remaining computers (as set by the maximum computers command), and then begin again at computer 1. Scan mode (Off) To stop the “Scan mode”, press and release the left key and then type “X”. Issuing a computer select command also turns off scanning.
Keep command Press and release the left key, then type “K”. The Keep command saves all settings. Mode command The Vista switch supports keyboard modes 1, 2 and 3 and mouse modes 7,8, and 9. To issue the “Mode” command, press and release the left key, type “M”, then enter the mode number (1,2,3,7,8,9) followed by .
Reset to initial factory settings The settings that have been previously set and saved in non-volatile memory can be returned to their initial factory settings by holding in buttons “1" and “2” on the front panel and press and release the ”Reset" button. At least one CPU must be connected to the unit, so that the unit can be powered. The activity LED will flash three times to signify that the non-volatile memory has been returned to the original factory settings.
MENUS On-screen display option The on-screen display (OSD) option is available for the Vista L-series models. You can use the OSD to configure the Vista switch, select a computer from a list, display what computer you are switched to and set up security options for the switches’ configuration and for computer access.
Main menu To access the main configuration menu, press and release the left key, then the F12 key. The main menu will display on the KVM stations video monitor. (See Figure 10) To use the main menu, press the up/down arrow keys to select (highlight) the option needed. Once selected, press enter and that options menu will display. Vista main menu version 2.
Configure computer name Each computer is initially assigned a computer name, “computer x”, where “x” = 1-8. To change the computer name to one of your choosing, use the up/down arrow keys to select (highlight) the computers name to change. Once selected (highlighted), press enter to clear the present name. Enter the new computer name (up to 16 valid ASCII characters) and press . The new name will be changed and saved immediately in non-volatile memory.
Configure appearance The “Configure appearance” menu allows you to change the foreground and background colors, position the computer name on the screen, change the name fadeout time, font, and set up a screen saver type. Figure 12 shows the “Configure appearance” menu. Use the up/down arrow keys to select (highlight) the selection to change. Once selected, press the space bar to cycle through the list of available options or press enter for that selection.
Appearance options: Foreground/Background color: Change the foreground and background colors of the computer label showing the selected computer. Solid colors are black, red, green, yellow, blue, magenta, cyan, and white. The transparent colors are: clear, red, green, yellow, blue, magenta, cyan, and white. To change the foreground or background color, first select (highlight) the option and press the space bar to cycle through the list of all the available colors.
Screen saver type: To change the “Screen saver type”, first select (highlight) the option and press the space bar to cycle through the list of all the available screen savers. Stop when the desired screen saver displays. The choices are: § Blank screen § Fireflies § Weaving § Bounce Screen saver time: This sets the time in seconds when the screen saver activates when no keyboard or mouse activity has occurred.
Configuration password: Assigning a “Configuration password” prevents unauthorized changes to the Vista switches’ configuration. To change the password, highlight the configuration password field and press to clear the existing password. Type in a new password (8 characters max / case sensitive) and press . An input box will then appear requesting confirmation of the password. Re-type the password and press .
Configure mouse type The “Configure mouse type” menu allows you to change the mouse type for each connected CPU. Change the mouse type on your computers Port 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Mouse Type PS/2 PS/2 PS/2 PS/2 PS/2 PS/2 PS/2 PS/2 F1 for help Figure 14. OSD Configure mouse You should only have to change the mouse type if you un-plug the mouse or change the mouse from the auto-detected type.
Configure keyboard type The “Configure keyboard type” menu allows you to change the keyboard type. Change the keyboard type on your computers Port 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Keyboard Type PC2 PC2 PC2 PC2 PC2 PC2 PC2 PC2 F1 for help Figure 15. OSD Configure keyboard You should only have to change the keyboard type if you un-plug the keyboard or change the keyboard from the auto-detected type.
Configure miscellaneous This menu allows you to change the maximum computer ports and scan time. Miscellaneous Maximum ports Scan time (seconds) 8 5 F1 for help Figure 16. OSD Configure miscellaneous Maximum ports: The “Maximum ports” configuration allows you to change the total number of computer ports that are in use. If your using an 8-port switch and only connecting 6 CPUs, changing the maximum ports from 8 to 6 will skip computer ports 7 and 8 during the scan function.
Save The “Save” function, saves all configuration changes that have been made to flash memory. Vista main menu version 2.
Computer select window The OSD option allows you to switch to the connected computers from a list of computer names. Select computer Port Computer 1**computer 1 2 computer 2 3 computer 3 4 computer 4 5 computer 5 6 computer 6 7 computer 7 8 computer 8 Figure 18. OSD Computer select window To access the computer select window, press and release the left key, then press the escape key. The computer select window shown in Figure 18 will display.
TROUBLESHOOTING TroubleShooting CPU does not boot, keyboard or mouse error received § Cable is loose, reseat cable and hit F1 to continue or reboot computer. § Wrong cable plugged in, keyboard and mouse cables reversed. § Cable is defective; try using a cable from another CPU. If the problem goes away cable is defective. § Port on the Vista switch is defective; try using another port. If the problem goes away port is defective. § Port on CPU is defective, try plugging in keyboard or mouse directly.
Video fuzzy § Cable too long or wrong type. Use coax cable for high resolution. Mouse does not move § The Vista is turned off after or not connected when CPU was booted or the application using the mouse was run. Exit and re-enter application or operating system using mouse or issue reset command. § PS/2 mouse was not connected when the Vista was powered up or the mouse was disconnected and reconnected. Issue the reset command. § Mouse translation set incorrectly.
SERVICE Maintenance and repair This unit does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts. In the event a unit needs repair or maintenance, you must first obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number from Rose Electronics or an authorized repair center. This Return Authorization number must appear on the outside of the shipping container. See Limited Warranty for more information.
SAFETY Safety This Vista switch has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. Like all electronic equipment, the Vista switch should be used with care. To protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to this Unit, read and follow these safety instructions. § Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this Unit. § Do not attempt to service this Unit yourself. § Do not use this Unit near water.
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APPENDICES Appendix A. Initial factory settings Setting Default Value Foreground Color White Background Color Blue X-position 45 Y-position 90 Fadeout Time 20 seconds Font 8 x 16 modern Screen Saver Fireflies Screen Saver Time 10 minutes Maximum Ports 8 Scan enable Off Scan Time Interval 5 seconds Caps/Num lock/Scroll lock On PC keyboard Mode 2 Typematic Value 43 Rate=10.9 chars/sec Delay = 500 millisec.
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Appendix C. General specifications Size 13.2" W x 1.75" H x 4.5" D Weight 3 lb. Environment 0 to 55°C.
Appendix D. Rack mount instructions The optional rack mount kit includes the following items: § Two black anodized mounting brackets. § Four 6 - 32 x 3/8” flat head mounting screws. To rack mount your Vista switch, attach the two rack mounting brackets to your unit with the short flange against the unit using the four screws provided. Using hardware other than that provided could cause damage to the electronics and/or result in loss of mounting integrity.
Appendix E. Rack mount illustration Rack mount kits come with two (2) mounting brackets and four (4) screws to attach the Vista KVL chassis to the mounting brackets.
Appendix F. Typematic rate Typematic Command Press the left key, type “A”, enter the typematic value (1-3 digit) followed by . The typematic value is determined from the following tables using the equation: Typematic Value = Rate value + Delay Value. Pick the desired rate in keys/sec. and the delay in milliseconds from tables below. Add the Rate Value and the Delay Value. The sum of these values is the typematic value to enter. For example to use a Rate of 16.0 keys/sec.
INDEX Index Appearance ..................................................................................23, 24 Button........................................................................ 2, 3, 19, 27, 38, 40 Cables ..................................................................3, 9, 10, 11, 32, 33, 41 Colors................................................................................... 1, 2, 23, 24 CPU .....................................................................................
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