FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to 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.
Table of Contents About this Manual ............................................................. 04 How this manual is organized ..................................................................... 04 Document conventions ................................................................................ 05 Special message conventions ..................................................................... 05 Additional help .......................................................................................
Chapter 3 cont. Auto scanning............................................................................................. 21 Setting the scan interval........................................................................ 22 Activating auto scan.............................................................................. 22 Skip mode..................................................................................................... 23 HotKey beeper control................................................
About this Manual Welcome to the 16-Port LCD Console KVM Switch (KL0116) User Manual, which provides information for understanding and using the Altusen KL0116 KVM control unit. How This Manual is Organized The overall organization of this manual is described in the following table: Chapter 1 Introduction provides an overview of the KL0116 control unit’s features and functionality.
Document Conventions This manual uses a variety of formats to identify different types of information, courier Indicates typed information such as syntax statements, on- screen computer text, path, file and drive directory. > Indicates separation between a menu and an option. Start > Run: select the Start menu, then select Run in the Start menu. ALL CAPS Indicates acronyms and abbreviations.
Additional Help Altusen provides the following support options for additional help, advice and information: ALTUSEN Te chnical Support North America Technical Phone Support As a registered ALTUSEN product owner, you are entitled to telephone technical support. To contact the ALTUSEN Technical Support Center, call: 1- 949- 453- 8885 International Technical Phone Support Contact your local dealer or the ALTUSEN Technical Support Center: 1- 949- 453- 8885.
Please have the following information ready before contacting Altusen technical support: • Product model number, serial number and date of purchase. • Your current computer configuration, including operating system, revision level, add-on boards and software. • Error messages displayed at the time the error occurred. • The sequence of computer operations that cause the error. • Any other helpful information.
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Chapter 1 Introduction The Altusen 16-port LCD Console KVM switch offers a highly efficient network management solution. Specially designed high-density CPU connectors allow a 16-port KVM switch to use only a 1U high rack space and control up to 512 computers through daisy chaining.
Features The main features of the KL0116 unit are as follows: • A single LCD console drawer with built-in KVM switch controls up to 16 computers directly • A 16 port KVM switch, keyboard, 15" LCD display, and touchpad all combined into a neatly arranged, 1U high rack-mountable drawer • Dedicated daisy chain port to link up to 31 additional High Density KVM Switches (model KH0116) to control up to 512 computers from a single console • Plug-n-Play; no software required • Convenient computer selection via intu
Benefits The KL0116 KVM switch saves time and money by allowing a single console to manage each connected computer. Installing the KL0116 provides the following benefits: • Eliminates the purchase of a keyboard, monitor and mouse for individual computers • Eliminates the space needed for extra components • Saves on space normally encountered with a standard KVM switch.
Hardware Requirements This section details the required hardware components for successful installation and use of the KL0116. Computers To use and access the KL0116 successfully, your computer requires the following: • A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card. NOTE: For computer resolution settings, do not exceed 1024 x 768 as this is the maximum resolution of the integrated LCD monitor. • A 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style) mouse port.
KL0116 Front View 1. Handle • Pull the handle to slide the KVM module out. Push to slide the module in. 2. LCD Screen • After sliding the KVM module out, flip the cover to access the LCD monitor. 3. Port LEDs • Each port LED provides status information about corresponding CPU ports. The top LED row corresponds to Port 1- 8 and the bottom LED row to Ports 9 - 16. Each Port consists of a left and right LED pair: On Line LED (left port) and Selected Port LED (right port).
KL0116 Front View cont. 7. Touchpad 8. LCD Display Controls NOTE: See the LCD Display Quick Reference Guide (provided with this package) for details 9. Reset Switch • Press the recessed Reset switch with a thin oblect (the end of a paper clip or ballpoint pen) to perform a system reset 10. Lock • Set to the locked position to prevent the unit from sliding out while moving the rack 11.
KL0116 Back View 1. Power Switch • Turn on the KL0116 with the standard rocker power switch. 2. Power Socket • Plug the AC power cord in the power socket. 3. Daisy Chain Port • For Daisy Chained installations, plug the daisy chain cable into the Daisy Chain port. The KL0116 only has a Chain Out port and is used as the master on the chain. 4. CPU Port Section • The cables that link to the computers plug in here. Only cables specifically designed to work with this switch can plug into the CPU port section.
Chapter 2 Installation Before you begin, turn off power to all devices with which you plan to connect. To prevent damage to your equipment due to static electric discharge, properly ground all devices on the installation. Consult your dealer for technical details if necessary. Single Station Installation In a Single Stage installation, no additional switches are daisy chained down from the first unit. To set up a single stage installation, do the following: 1.
NOTE: For more information on the relationship between the number of both computers and KL0116 units needed to control each computer, see page 46 in the Appendix. It is redundant and expensive to use additional KL0116 built-in console switches for daisy chaining. Instead, use KH0116 switches. These are similar to the KL0116 except for their standard housings, without the built-in, slide-out console. 1. 2. Turn off power to all devices with which you plan to connect.
Hot Plugging The KL0116 supports hot plugging: You can remove or add components to the installation by unplugging their cables from the ports without shutting down the unit. In order for hot plugging to work properly, follow these steps: Switching Station Positions You can switch KVM station positions by simply unplugging from the old parent and plugging into a new one. After you do, in order for the OSD menus to correspond to the change, you must reset the Station IDs in the OSD.
Port ID Numbering Each CPU port on a KL0116 installation has a unique assigned Port ID. The Port ID includes two parts: a Station Number and a Port Number as described below: • The Station Number - A two-digit number indicating the KL0116’s position in the daisy chain sequence. • The Port Number - A two-digit number indicating the corresponding connection port on the KL0116 station. • The Station Number precedes the Port Number.
Chapter 3 Hot Key Operation Hot Keys allow you to use keyboard sequences that perform a variety of actions for KL0116 operations. This chapter provides information about each Hot Key operation and instructions for using the Hot Key port controls. Hot Key Port Control Hot Key Port Control allows you to provide KVM focus to a particular computer directly from the keyboard.
• The screen displays a command line prompt with the word Hot Keys in yellow text on a blue background as well as all subsequent keyed in Hot Key information. • Ordinary keyboard and mouse function have no effect. You may only input Hot Key compliant keystrokes and mouse clicks (as described in the following sections). • Press [Esc] to exit Hot Key Mode.
automatically monitor their activity. (See Scan/Skip Mode of the OSD F3 SET function). Setting the Scan Interval Set the amount of time Auto Scan waits on each port with the Scan Duration setting of the OSD F3 SET function (see page 29). You can also change the scan interval before activating Hot Key Auto Scanning with the following Hot Key combination: 1. Activate Hot Key Mode (see page 20). 2.
rather than Exit Auto Scan mode. With this method, you start from where you left off once scanning resumes. On the other hand, scanning begins from the first computer on the installation if you exit and restart. To resume Auto Scanning, press any key or left-click the mouse. Scanning continues from where it left off. • While Auto Scan mode is in effect, ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended - only Auto Scan mode compliant keystrokes and mouse clicks may be input.
1. Activate Hot Key Mode (see page 20). 2. Press [B] The Beeper toggles On or Off. The command line displays Beeper On or Beeper Off for one second and Hot Key mode stops. Hot Key Summary Table The following table summarizes Hot Key operations on the KL0116: Hot Ke y Action De s cription Action [Num Lock] + [- ] De s cription [Port ID] [Enter] switches access to the computer corresponding to the port ID. [T][n][Enter] Sets the Auto Scan interval to n seconds, where n is a number from 1 - 255.
Chapter 4 OSD Operation The KL0116 On-Screen Display (OSD) provides a visual interface that controls computer and switching operations from your desktop. This chapter provides detailed information about how to navigate and use both the administrator and user OSD features. OSD Overview The On-Screen Display (OSD) uses a menu driven interface. Each menu option activates a function used to configure and control various operations from editing port names to performing operations on multiple computers.
NOTE: 1. The above figure shows the Administrator’s Main Menu. The F4 and F6 functions are reserved for the Administrator and do not display on the User Main Menu. 2. The OSD begins in LIST view with the highlight bar in the same position as the last usage. 3. Only ports set as accessible by the Administrator for the current logged in User are visible (see SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS on page 34).
M ain M e nu He ading De s cription SN - PN List the Port ID numbers (Station Number Port Number) for all CPU ports on the installation. To access a computer, move the highlight bar over a computer in the list and then press [Enter]. QV An arrowhead appears in this column to indicate ports selected for Quick View (see Set Quick View Ports on page 33). A sun symbols appears in this column to indicate powered on computers currently online.
F1 GOTO: To activate the GOTO function, press [F1] or click the F1 menu option located at the top of the Main Menu screen. GOTO allows you to switch directly to a port by typing the port’s Name or Port ID. The last line on the OSD screen prompts you to select by Name or Port ID. • To use the Name method: type 1 and the port Name, then press [Enter]. • To use the Port ID method: type 2 and the Port ID, then press [Enter]. NOTE: You can enter a partial Name or Port ID.
LIST allows you to broaden or narrow the scope of ports listed on the OSD. To activate a submenu option, move the highlight bar to the desired option and then press [Enter]. An icon, indicating your selection, appears to the left of the menu option. The following table provides a description of each F2 LIST submenu option: M ain Option De s cription ALL Lists all the ports on the installation. POWERED ON Lists only those ports with attached computers powered on.
SET allows an Administrator or User to set up a unique working environment profile. The stored profile activates each time a corresponding user logs into the system. To activate a submenu option, move the highlight bar to the desired option, and then press [Enter]. An icon, indicating your selection, appears to the left of the menu option.
( continued from previous page ) M ain Option De s cription SCAN DURATION Sets the amount of time a port displays on- screen each time you activate SCAN (see F7 SCAN on page 36). Type a value from 1 - 255 seconds and then press [Enter]. The default is 5 seconds. A value of 0 (zero) disables this function. SCAN/SKIP MODE Select the computers accessed in Skip (see F5 SKP on page 35) and Auto Scan (see F7 SCAN on page 36) mode. The default is ALL.
The following tables provides a description of each F4 ADM submenu option: M ain Option De s cription SET USERNAME AND PASSWORD Sets username and passwords for (1) administrator and (4) users as described below: 1. After selecting either the administrator or user fields, a password screen appears. Enter a username. Supply a unique password consisting of up to 15 characters with any combination of letter and numbers. 2. Re- enter the password in the Confirm field and then press [Enter].
( continued from previous page) M ain Option De s cription EDIT PORT NAMES You can assign a unique name to each port to easily recognize a port's corresponding computer. The administrator can create, modify or delete port names. To edit a port name, do the following: 1. Click the desired port or highlight a port using the navigation keys, and then press [Enter]. 2. Type in a new port name or modify/delete an existing name. The maximum number of characters allowed is 12.
( continued from previous page) M ain Option De s cription SET QUICK VIEW PORTS • If you select either the QVIEW or QVIEW + POWER ON options for SCAN/SKIP MODE (see F3 SET on page 29), only those ports selected as Quick View are auto scanned. SET ACCESSIBLE PORTS An administrator can determine user access to computers on the installation on a port- by- port basis as described below: • F (full access) default • V (view only) • Blank (no access): port does not display on user's Main Menu LIST.
Please make sure this documentation and the KVM switches are placed separately and all in secured locations to avoid security breaches. F5 SKP: To activate the SKP function, press [F5] or click the F5 menu option located at the top of the Main Menu screen. SKP enables you to easily skip forward or backward, switching the console focus from the current active computer port to the next or previous available computer port.
The BRC function is especially useful for performing operations on multiple computers, such as a system-wide shutdown or upgrading software. For instance, if you turn Broadcast on and press [Ctrl+Alt+Del], all computers listed on the OSD reboot. F6 BRC works in conjunction with the F2 LIST function. LIST broadens or narrows the focus of ports that appear in the OSD Main Menu list. When you broadcast a command, only those ports that appear in the OSD Main Menu list receive the command.
assigned scan duration time. • The letter S appears in to the left of the Port ID display, indicating that it is being accessed under Auto Scan Mode. • The console does not function normally while in Auto Scan mode. Exit Auto Scan Mode to regain console control. • Press P or left-click the mouse to pause scanning in order to keep focus on a particular computer. • To exit Auto Scan Mode, press [Spacebar] or [Esc].
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Chapter 5 The Firmware Upgrade Utility The Windows Firmware Upgrade Utility provides an automated method to easily upgrade the KL0116 firmware. This software is included as part of a firmware upgrade package, specific for each device. NOTE: Check for the latest information and download new versions of the firmware upgrade package at: http://www.altusen.com/support This chapter provides information on retrieving the firmware upgrade software and systematic instructions to complete the upgrade process.
NOTE: For a daisy-chain installation, connect the cable to the first KVM station. The subsequent KVM stations in the chain receive the upgrade via the daisy chain cables. 4. Turn off all computers on your KVM installation. Do not turn off the KVM stations. 5. From your KVM station console, activate the OSD (see page 25) and then select the F4 ADM function. 6. Scroll down to FIRMWARE UPGRADE and then Press [Enter]. Press [Y] to activate Firmware Upgrade mode.
3. Select the KVM device and then click OK. 4. As you select KVM devices, a detailed description of each appears in the Device Description pane. 5. Click Next to perform the upgrade. Status message appears in the Status Messages pane as the upgrade proceeds. The Progress bar graphically displays how much of the installation has completed • If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the KVM device’s firmware version with that of the upgrade files.
• If you didn’t enable Check Firmware Version, the Utility installs the upgrade files without comparing the device version with that of the upgrade files. NOTE: To recover from a “lost firmware” situation, see the Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch information on page 15.
Click Cancel to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility.
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Chapter 6 Control KL0116 Remotely The Altusen LCD Console KVM Switch can be controlled remotely by using the Remote Console Port and the Remote Console Station (Altusen Part No. KA9250) to control KL0116 from up to 500 feet (150 meters) away. The Remote Console Port of KL0116 allows you to use Category 5E cabling and the Remote Console Station KA9250 to control the KVM from up to 500’ (150m) away. To set up the remote console, do the following: Before you begin, turn off power to KA9250.
Appendix KL0116 Connection Table It is redundant and expensive to use additional KL0116 built-in console switches for daisy chaining. Instead, use KH0116 switches. These are similar to the KL0116 except for their standard housings without the built-in, slide-out console.
OSD Factory Default Settings The factory default settings are as follows: Se tting De fault OSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Port ID Display Position Upper left corner Port ID Display Duration 3 seconds Port ID Display Mode Port Number + Port Name Scan Duration 5 seconds Scan/Skip Mode All Screen Blanker 0 (disabled) Logout Timeout 0 (disabled) Beeper Y (activated) Accessible Ports F (full) for all users on all ports 49 47
Specifications Function Computer Connections Console Connectors Spe cification Daisy Chain or Cascading 512 Direct 16 Flash ROM Upgrade 1 x RJ11 Remote Control 1 x RJ45 Port Selection OSD / Hotkey Daisy Chain 1 DB25M (Daisy Chain Out) Switches LEDs Emulation ( continued) 450 8 Power 1 x Rocker switch FW Recover 1 x Slide switch Reset 1 x Semi- recessed pushbutton Remote Control 1 x Locking pushbutton On- line 16 (Green) Selected 16 (Red) Power On 1 (Blue) Keyboard PS/2 Mou
( continued from previous page) Function Spe cification Reset Switch 1 x Semi- recessed push button Voltage 110 - 220V Auto- sensing Video Resolution 1024 x 768; 15" TFT LCD Power Consumption 120V, 60Hz, 26W; 230V, 50 Hz, 26W Operating Temperature 0 - 50° C (32° F - 122° F) Storage Temperature - 20 - 60° C (- 4° F - 140° F) Humidity 0 - 80% RH Housing Metal Weight 30 lbs (13.7 kg) Dimensions (LxWxH) 24" x 19" x 1.75" (60.96cm x 48.26cm x 4.
WARNING! Performing the tasks from pages 50 - 52 improperly could void your warranty. Continue at your own risk. If you are uncertain as to what to do, please contact Altusen service support Clear Login Information If you are unable to perform an Administrator login for any reason (i.e. corrupted or forgotten username and password), follow these steps to clear the login: 1. Power off the switch and then remove the top cover of the switch module case. 2.
Removing the KVM Module You can conveniently remove the KVM module from the unit chassis for maintenance. To remove the KVM module from the unit chassis, follow these steps: 1. Slide the unit to the out position. 2. Remove the eight module attachment screws (four above and four below). 3. Unscrew the thumb screws and unplug the data cable. 4. Pull the KVM module away. Note: The slider brackets and extender arm go with the KVM module.
Removing the Keyboard Touchpad LCD OSD QuickandReference You can easily remove the keyboard and touchpad for repair or maintenance. Follow these steps to remove the keyboard and touchpad: 1. Remove the five cover plate screws. 2.
LCD Display Quick Reference The LCD Display allows you to set up and configure the LCD display parameters: • To bring up the LCD Display main menu, press the button marked menu. • Use the and buttons to navigate and make adjustments with; after navigating to a setting choice, use the Menu button to bring up the adjustment screen. • When making adjustments, increases the value; decreases the value. • When you are satisfied with your adjustment, press Exit to return to the OSD main menu.
Rack Mounting The KL0116 can be mounted in a 1U system rack. For convenience and flexibility, a rack mounting kit that allows several mounting options is provided with your KL0116 package. The various options are explained in the sections that follow. Standard Rack Mounting The standard rack mounting brackets that come attached to the KL0116, allow the unit to be installed in standard 1U racks. If the unit can fit into your rack “as is,” simply slide it into the rack and screw it securely in place.
Note: Be sure to leave a 13mm gap between the flange and the rear of the chassis in order to have enough room to screw the tab to the flange (see step 4). 3. Slide the unit into the rack. 4. Screw the metal tabs to the rear flanges. 5. Secure the unit to the rack with the front flanges and rear tabs.
Limited Warranty Altusen warrants this product against defect in material or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase. If this product proves to be defective, contact Altusen's support department for repair or replacement of your unit. Altusen will not issue a refund. Return requests can not be processed without the original proof of purchase. When returning the product, you must ship the product in its original packaging or packaging that gives an equal degree of protection.
Index A G-I Activate Beeper .......................................... 3 3 ADM .......................................................... 3 1 Administrator functions .............................. 3 1 Auto Scanning ....................................... 21, 36 GOTO ...................................................... 2 8 Hardware requirements ............................. 1 2 HotKey Beeper Control ........................... 3 3 HotKey Control ....................................... 2 0 Hot Plugging .
