8-Port KVM SWITCH with On-Screen Display MODEL FO-098-8080 1
PREVENTING RADIO & TV INTERFERENCE This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
TABLE OF C ONTENTS CHAPTER 1 : INTRODUCTION............................................... 1 General Information ................................................... 1 Features..................................................................... 2 Package Contents...................................................... 4 Specifications............................................................. 5 Connectors and Cables ............................................. 6 Front & Rear Panel Description .............
CHAPTER 4 : OSD QUICK SARTING GUIDE .................................... 19 CHAPTER 5 : DIP SWITCH SETTING ................................... 22 CHAPTER 6 : LEDS DISPLAY ............................................. 23 CHAPTER 7 : TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................... 24 APPENDIX A : ORDER INFORMATION...................................... 26 APPENDIX B : CONTACT INFORMATION ...................................
1 I NTRODUCTION General Information The Signamax Connectivity Systems CommandView model FO-098-8080 is a Keyboard/Video/Mouse (KVM) controller that provides the easiest and most cost-effective way for one user to access multiple computers. Switching from one computer to another is easily done by pressing Hot Keys or push buttons, or via the most convenient way, the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
a more user-friendly operating environment. The CommandView model FO-098-8080 can control 8 PCs in standalone operation; in case more PCs are needed, up to 8 levels of switching can be chained together to allow a maximum of 64 PCs sharing one console. A powerful SCAN feature scans all powered-on computers one by one and stops upon user requests. The CommandView model FO-098-8080 is ideal for server rooms, control rooms, test rooms, and similar environments.
switching among computers. ♦ Scan mode automatically switches through powered-on computers; scan rate is user-selectable via the OSD menu. ♦ Designed as a desktop and 19” rackmount unit. ♦ Supports chaining ports; allows up to 8 levels, with a maximum of 64 PCs able to share one console. ♦ Saves space, energy and the cost of duplicated equipment.
Package Contents CommandView Model FO-098-8080 KVM Switch x1 DB37 male to male Chain Cable x1 User’s Manual x1 AC Power Adapter x1 Rack mount accessories x2 Rubber foot pad x4 4
Specification Model Power supply Number of PC port PC selection method Scan interval Signal type VGA bandwidth Chain ability Console connectors Keyboard(PS/2) Mouse(PS/2) VGA Monitor Stereo(Speaker) Mono(Microphone) PC port connectors Keyboard(PS/2) Mouse(AT) Mouse(PS/2) VGA Monitor Stereo(Speaker) Mono(Microphone) Chain connector Cable length Enclosure Power Weight Dimension Operating Environment Emission FO-098-8080 AC 16V 1000mA 8 Push-button/Keyboard Hot keys/OSD menu 5/10/20/40 seconds VGA/Keyboard/Mo
Connectors and Cables Console Connectors Four different types of console connectors are built on the rear panel for connection to the keyboard, monitor, and mouse. • PS/2 Keyboard—6-pin mini DIN, female. • PS/2 Mouse—6-pin mini DIN, female • VGA Monitor—HDB15, female • Stereo/Mono—3.5mm audio socket PC Port Connectors Eight groups of connectors are built on the rear panel for connection to PCs using standard keyboard, monitor and mouse cables.
Connectors • Keyboard: PS/2 Mini-DIN 6-Pin Male-Female • Mouse: PS/2 Mini-DIN 6-Pin Male-Female • Video: High-Density 15-Pin Male-Female Function This cable extends the Keyboard / Monitor / Mouse connection to the KVM Switch or a CPU. This single zip cable avoids the typical unsightly snarl and tangle of multiple cables. Its 50 Micron gold–plated connectors combine with labeled, color-coded connector molds for secure, easy, high-quality connections.
Function This cable extends the Keyboard / Monitor / Mouse connection from the KVM Switch to a CPU. This single zip cable avoids the typical unsightly snarl and tangle of multiple cables. Its 50-micron gold–plated connectors combine with labeled, color-coded connector molds for secure, easy, high-quality connections. The video cable also has a ferrite core for the highest video quality.
Front & Rear Panel Description Front Panel Rear Panel 9
2 I NSTALLATION Operating Environment The Signamax CommandView™ KVM Switch must be installed and operated within the limits of the specified operating temperatures and humidity (see previous section under Specifications). Do not place objects on top of the unit. Do not obstruct any vents at the sides of the unit. Do not position the unit near any heating source such as a heater, radiator, or direct exposure to the sun. Prevent entry of water and moisture into the unit.
to “DIP Switch settings” chapter) • Connect the console (keyboard, mouse, monitor) • Connect each PC using the appropriate cable for PC side to the FO-098-8080 PC port. • Connect the AC power adapter to the FO-098-8080. • Power on the FO-098-8080, then turn on the PCs. Installing Multiple FO-098-8080 KVM Switches • Set one FO-098-8080 bank address to 0, the master bank. • Set other FO-098-8080 bank address to 1-7, the slave banks.
NOTE: When the FO-098-8080s are configured as a chain operation, only the front panel push button of the MASTER bank is functional.
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3 O PERATION You can access any PC by the push buttons on the front panel or Hot Keys on the console keyboard, or the most convenient way, the OSD menu. For a quick starting guide to the OSD menu, please refer to the next chapter. Front Panel Push Buttons Select PC by the front panel push buttons: There are two different modes of push button functions corresponding to the setting of the rear panel MODE DIP SW. With the MODE DIP SW set to ON: • The left button is BANK+.
bank boundary. • The right button is CH+. Push this button to advance to the next powered-on PC in the cycle, and it will cross the bank boundary. If the CH+ button is pushed and held over 1 second, the SCAN LED will be lit, and the buzzer will beep twice; now the FO-098-8080 KVM Switch is in SCAN mode. To return to NORMAL mode, either push the CH+ button on the front panel and release within 1 second, or press the SPACE bar on the keyboard.
On Screen Display (O Interface Select a PC by the OSD menu: Press the Scroll Lock key twice within 1 second to e Key mode. In Hot Key mode, press the SPACE ba up the OSD menu. EDIT AREA BANK ： 0 CPU SWITCH MENU ：CURSOR UP 01 ：12345678 ：CURSOR DN 02 ： ：PREV.
on-line help. The following are descriptions of each s EDIT AREA ♦ When the “EDIT AREA” is blinking, it indica this area is selected and you can edit or area. ♦ The “BANK” indicates the current BANK l You can use the LEFT/RIGHT arrow key to to other banks if those banks are available. ♦ The “ ” symbol represents the cursor, in which PC is currently selected. You can UP/DOWN arrow key to move the curso desired location. ♦ 01~08: indicates the PC number.
♦ Pressing the F2 key will exit OSD MENU a SCAN operation. NOTE: Only PCs that are powered on can be switc SCAN INTERVAL ♦ While the EDIT AREA is active, press the F switch to this area, and the “SCAN INTERV blink; then you can use the LEFT/RIGH keys to select the desired scan interval. A selection is made, press the ENTER key to r the EDIT AREA.
How to call up the OSD MENU: (1) To call up the OSD MENU, press the Scroll L twice rapidly (within 1 second), and press the key. How to edit the PC name: Call up the OSD MENU. (2) Make sure that “EDIT AREA” is blinking and (1) INTERVAL” is not blinking. (3) Use the Left/Right arrow key to select BANK. (4) Use the Up/ Down arrow key to move to the you’d like to edit. Press the INS key to enter edit mode and star the PC name. (6) Press the ENTER key to save after editing.
Make sure “EDIT AREA” is blinking, “SCAN INT is not blinking, and the unit is not in PC name mode. (3) Use the Left/Right arrow key to select BANK. (2) Use the Up/Down arrow key to move to the you’d like to switch to. (5) Press the ENTER key to switch to the desired (4) exit the OSD MENU. NOTE: Only PCs that are powered on can be switc How to use the OSD MENU to trigger the MODE: Call up the OSD MENU. (2) Select SCAN TIME if necessary. (1) Make sure “EDIT AREA” is blinking.
D IP S WITCH S ETTIN DIP SWITCHES 1-3 are used to set the Bank Addr 1 ON OFF ON OFF ON DIP Switch Number 2 3 ON ON BANK 0 ON ON BANK 1 OFF ON BANK 2 OFF ON BANK 3 ON OFF BANK 4 21 Ma Sl Sl Sl Sl
L ED D ISPL BANK LED: For the master bank, BANK LED displays the select number. For the slave banks, BANK LED displays the bank of the bank. CHANNEL LED: For the master bank, CHANNEL LED displays the s PC number. For the slave banks, CHANNEL LED is blank.
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is operating in SCAN mode. or press the s bar to exit SC There is no mode before response when Hot Key pressing the commands. Hot Key. The selected PC Wait for PC to currently doesn’t complete its accept keyboard boot-up sequ input. (often occurs or change po in a PC boot-up the push-butt sequence) Improper keyboard Unplug, then reset. the keyboard into the conne There is no The FO-098-8080 Press ESC ke response when is operating in HOT exit HOT KEY pressing the KEY mode. mode. front panel push buttons.
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FO-098-8080I Command View 8-Port KVM Switc 110V-AT&PS/2; Rackmountable KVM Switches: Associated Cables C-65-T-6 Plugged-In Hydra Cable (Keyboar Video & Mouse to KVM Switch)— C-65-T-10 Plugged-In Hydra Cable (Keyboar Video & Mouse to KVM Switch)— C-69-T-6 Plugged-In Hydra Cable (KVM Sw CPU)---6 ft. C-69-T-10 Plugged-In Hydra Cable (KVM Sw CPU)---10 ft. C-69-T-20 Plugged-In Hydra Cable (KVM Sw CPU)---20 ft. C-69-T-30 Plugged-In Hydra Cable (KVM Sw CPU)---30 ft.
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