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Locations.......................................................................................5 Mounting......................................................................................5 Making connections.....................................................................6 System connections ................................................................6 Keyboard and mouse connections..........................................7 Optional power supply connections....................................
Welcome The Adder TS4 is a robust keyboard and mouse switch created specifically for trading floors and control rooms, where information must be controlled across numerous systems and screens. The TS4 allows a single keyboard and mouse to fulfil the function that previously required four separate sets. This provides immediate savings in both desk space and also the time required to access information spread across up to four systems and screens.
Full instructions on how to install and configure Synchrony, please see the Installing Synchrony section in this guide. Cursor position data sent to primary system via standard network links The primary system runs the Synchrony utility in Server mode. All other systems run the utility in Client mode.
Standard items Adder TS4 unit Adder P/N: CCP2U Additional and optional items RC4 Remote control plus link cable (not usable when Synchrony auto switching is in use) Optional power supply (required only when long cables are used) plus country-specific mains cable Adder P/N: PSU-IEC-5VDC-2A Sychrony/flash upgrade link cable CCP2U converter (required when connecting to a system that uses a USB keyboard and mouse - two VSC3 cables are also required) CD-ROM
Installation Before you begin connecting to the keyboard, mouse and source systems, it is advisable to mount the Adder TS4 unit in place, either: • On a horizontal surface using the supplied self adhesive feet, or • Amongst the cabling at the rear of the desk. Please consider the following important points when planning the position of the Adder TS4 unit: • Situate the Adder TS4 unit close to the systems to which it will be connected.
Keyboard and mouse link cables from Adder TS4 Symbols indicate the keyboard and mouse sockets 3 Attach the other end of the VSC3 link cable to the keyboard socket (usually coloured purple) on the first system. 4 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the mouse connection (green) between the Adder TS4 port 1 and the first system. Note: For neatness and accessibility it is advisable to join the keyboard and mouse link cables, that lead to each system, using several cable ties.
Optional power supply connections Note: The Adder TS4 can obtain its power from the keyboard connections of any of the four connected systems. Thus, an external power supply is not required unless the connection cables used exceed 2 metres. Important: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information given within the Safety information section of this guide. In particular, do not use an unearthed power socket or extension cable.
Installing Synchrony This section covers the connections, switch setting and software installation procedures required to use the Synchrony application with the Adder TS4 unit. Connections for Synchrony 4 On the underside of the Adder TS4 unit, remember to set switch 5 to ON to enable the auto switching mode. ON To connect the Synchrony serial link cable 1 Locate the Synchrony serial link cable.
Configuration for Synchrony Repeat this procedure within the copy of Synchrony on each system. 5 On the ‘primary system’ only (the one that has its serial port connected to the Adder TS4 unit), select the ‘Use this computer as the server...’ radio button and then click the ‘Configure’ button: Note the ‘Hostname’ as you will need to reference this system using this name.
10 You now need to define the positional relationships between the various screens of the systems, using the lower part of the Screens & Links window. 0 to 100% of the right of PC1-Primary goes to 0 to 100% of PC2 The above setting will change to PC2 when the mouse exceeds the right border of PC1-Primary. 11 Use the drop down controls (ringed in red), to select the border (left, right, top or bottom) of a screen, and the screen to which it should switch, e.g.
0 to 100% of the left of PC2 goes to 0 to 100% of PC1-Primary 0 to 100% of the bottom of PC2 goes to 0 to 100% of PC4 Screens arranged in a square formation PC1 PC2 (PRIMARY) PC3 PC4 0 to 100% of the top of PC4 goes to 0 to 100% of PC2 0 to 100% of the bottom of PC1-Primary goes to 0 to 100% of PC3 0 to 100% of the right of PC1-Primary goes to 0 to 100% of PC2 14 When all of the screen switching entries have been entered, click the OK button to return to the main window.
Configuration switch settings 2,3,4 Reserved ON OFF: Cycle between all system ports ON: Cycle between active ports only 8 OFF: Normal operation ON: (while power applied) Reset unit 1 6 The underside of the TS4 unit features a block of eight switches which are used to configure various fundamental settings. When shipped, all switches are set to OFF, which produces normal operation within the TS4 unit.
The general rule is that unless both the mouse and the driver are both IntelliMouse compatible then you need to restore the mouse as ‘PS/2’. An IntelliMouse can operate in either mode, whereas a PS/2 mouse cannot. Recognising an IntelliMouse-style mouse The IntelliMouse format was introduced to support, among other features, the scroll wheel function. If the mouse has a scroll wheel, then it is likely to support the IntelliMouse format.
Operation Main digit indicates currently selected system or other modes - see below for details. Flashing dot indicates keyboard and/or mouse activity. Typical SYSTEM readout displays are: , , or Indicates the currently selected system. The selected channel will also be indicated on the remote control. The Adder TS4 is disabled, no system is currently selected. The remote control will not show any channel indication. The Adder TS4 is password protected.
Configuration options The Adder TS4 provides numerous configuration options to ensure that it best suits your circumstances and the tasks carried out by the connected systems. To lock the system (invoking password protection) • Press and hold the hotkeys (usually and ) and press . The SYSTEM readout should show p. Note: If the SYSTEM readout shows , there is no password currently set. To enter a password and unlock the system 1 Enter the current password (upper and lower cases are not differentiated).
To change SELECT button channel cycling 1 Remove power from the Adder TS4. If any systems are active, either switch them off or remove their keyboard link connectors from the Adder TS4. If an optional power supply is used, remove it. 2 On the rear panel, click mini switch 6 to the required position, as follows: • To cycle between all system ports, set switch 6 to OFF. • To cycle between active ports only, set switch 6 to ON. 3 Re-apply power to the Adder TS4.
6 Locate and run the application ‘KVMUploader’ to display this window: To upgrade the Adder TS4 1 Download the latest TS4 firmware upgrade file from the Adder website: www.adder.com. The upgrade files are compressed using pkzip format which you will need to decompress them. If you do not have pkzip, go to www.pkware.com to download the latest version. Place the decompressed upgrade files onto the Windows system that will be connected (via a vacant serial port) to the Adder TS4 unit.
Further information Mouse does not move cursor on screen. • If you move the mouse and the activity indicator (dot on 7 segment display) does not flash then the Adder TS4 is not receiving data from the mouse. Check the mouse connection to the Adder TS4, try resetting the mouse using the reset function or re-powering the Adder TS4. If you are attempting to connect the Adder TS4 to a system with a PS/2 mouse connection that has not been powered down then you will need to use the mouse restoration functions.
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.
Emissions and Immunity 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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