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CS72D / CS74D User Manual FCC Information Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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CS72D / CS74D User Manual Package Contents The CS72D / CS74D package consists of: 1 CS72D / CS74D 2/4-Port USB DVI KVM Switch 1 1.2 m 44-pin Custom KVM Cable Set 1 1.8 m 44-pin Custom KVM Cable Set (for CS74D only) 1 Power Adapter (for CS74D only) 1 User Instructions* Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Contents FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii SJ/T 11364-2006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Online Registration . . . . . . .
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Video DynaSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Mouse Emulation Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Mouse Port-switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Power On Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Keyboard Operating Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CS72D / CS74D User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CS72D / CS74D. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CS72D / CS74D system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described. Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes how to set up your installation.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Monospaced [] Indicates text that you should key in. Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt]. 1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps. ♦ Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The CS72D / CS74D 2/4-Port USB DVI KVM Switch allows you to control two or four computers using one USB mouse, USB keyboard and Digital Visual Interface (DVI) monitor console. It supports digital video devices, such as flat panel displays, data projectors, plasma displays and digital TVs.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Features One DVI console controls two (CS72D) or four (CS74D) USB interface computers Fully compliant with DVI specification (Digital only) Supports multi-function and wireless mouse/keyboard Audio enabled – full bass response provides a rich experience for 2.
1. Introduction Hardware Requirements Console A DVI compatible monitor capable of the highest possible resolution A USB mouse A USB keyboard Speakers (optional) Computers The following equipment must be available on each computer: A DVI port Note: The quality of the display is affected by the quality of the DVI display card. For best results, we recommend you purchase a high quality product. Type A USB port Audio port (optional) Cables DVI-D KVM cable set – 1.2 m 44-pin cable / 1.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below: OS Windows Linux UNIX Version 2000 / XP / 2003 / 2008 / Vista / X86 / X64 / 7 / 8 RedHat 9.0 and higher SuSE 10 / 11.1 and higher Mandriva (Mandrake) Linux 2006 and higher Debian 3.1 / 4.0 Ubuntu 7.04 / 7.10 FreeBSD 5.5 and higher Sun Solaris 8 and higher Novell Netware 6.0 and higher Sun Solaris 9 and higher Mac OS 9 to 10.5 Note: Supports Linux Kernel 2.6 and higher.
1. Introduction Components CS72D Front View 1 2 CS74D Front View 1 2 No. Component Description 1 Port Selection Pushbuttons For manual port selection, press a port selection pushbutton to bring the KVM focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port. See Manual Switching, page 11 for more details. 2 Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual CS72D Rear View 1 2 CS74D Rear View 1 No. 1 2 Component 2 3 Description DVI Console Port The cable from your DVI monitor plugs in here. Computer Port(s) The cable(s) that link the switch to your computers plug in here. Note: The USB keyboard and USB mouse ports are located on the unit’s side panel. Note: You can identify the computers by the port into which they are connected – they are labeled as: PC1 / PC2 for CS72D; PC1 / PC2 / PC3 / PC4 for CS74D.
1. Introduction CS72D / CS74D Side View 1 No. 2 Component Description 1 Audio Port The cable from your speakers plugs in here. 2 USB Console Ports Your USB keyboard and USB mouse plug in here. The USB 2.0 mouse port can be used for connecting a USB hub and USB peripheral sharing (with mouse emulation turned off). An additional power adapter might be required for the hub.
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Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 29. Please review it before proceeding. 2. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be installing has been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Installation Diagram 2 1 3 CS74D 4 6 5 44-pin Cable Set Note: The diagram uses CS74D panels to illustrate the cable connection steps.
Chapter 3 Basic Operation Manual Switching There are three convenient methods to access the computers: Manual – which involves pressing the port selection pushbuttons located on the unit’s front panel; Mouse – which involves clicking the scroll wheel of the mouse; and Hotkey – which involves entering combinations from the keyboard. Hotkey port selection is discussed in the next chapter.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Hot Plugging The CS72D / CS74D supports USB hot plugging – components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the USB hub ports without the need to shut the unit down. Firmware Upgrade Refer to The Firmware Upgrade Utility, page 23 for a step-by-step guide on upgrading the firmware. In summary, do the following steps: 1. Push and hold the Port 1 pushbutton located in the unit’s front panel, and power on the unit. 2.
Chapter 4 Hotkey Operation The CS72D / CS74D provides an extensive, easy-to-use, hotkey function that makes it convenient to control and configure your KVM installation from the keyboard. Hotkey Setting Mode All hotkey operations begin with tapping the Scroll Lock key twice. This invokes the Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM), which can be followed by tapping key combinations and the [Enter] key to perform various operations. The tables below describe the actions that each combination performs.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Alternate Hotkey Setting Mode The port switching activation keys can be changed from tapping the Scroll Lock key twice ([Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]) to tapping the Ctrl key twice ([Ctrl] [Ctrl]). To change the port switching activation keys, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 13). 2. Press [X] or [x] [Enter]. Note: This procedure is a toggle between the two methods.
4. Hotkey Operation When you use the port switching hotkey or HSM, the mouse cursor must be in the current computer display. While Auto Scan Mode is in effect, ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended – only Auto Scan Mode compliant keystrokes and mouse clicks can be input. You must exit Auto Scan Mode (press the Esc key or the Spacebar) in order to regain normal control of the console.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Mouse Port-switching The Mouse Port-switching function can be enabled or disabled. The default setting is disabled. To enable, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 13). 2. Press [W] or [w] [Enter]. This procedure is a toggle. Repeat to disable. Note: The feature is only supported when mouse emulation is enabled. See Mouse Emulation Control, above.
4. Hotkey Operation (Continued from previous page.) Function Key Operation [F2] [ Enter] Enables Mac keyboard emulation, see Mac Keyboard, page 21 for details. To cancel, press [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [F10] [Enter]. [F3] [Enter] Enables Sun keyboard emulation, see Sun Keyboard, page 22 details. To cancel, press [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [F10] [Enter]. [F10] [Enter] Automatically detects and sets the keyboard operating platform.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Note: nn is a two-digit number that represents the keyboard language code (US English: 33; French: 08; Japanese: 15). Restore Default Settings To reset the CS72D / CS74D to its default hotkey settings, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 13). 2. Press [R] or [r] [Enter]. See Hotkey Summary Table below.
4. Hotkey Operation Key [wheel][wheel] [E] Function If mouse port-switching is active, clicking the mouse wheel twice switches to the next port. Enables/disables Power On Detection. [F2] [Enter] Enables Mac keyboard emulation. [F3] [Enter] Enables Sun keyboard emulation [F10] [Enter] Automatically detects and sets the keyboard operating platform. [F4] [Enter] Lists the current switch settings via the paste function of a text editor. [F5] [Enter] Performs a reset on all USB devices.
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Chapter 5 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Sun Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below.
Chapter 6 The Firmware Upgrade Utility The Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides a smooth, automated process for upgrading the KVM switch’s firmware. The Utility comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device. Check the web site regularly to find the latest packages and information relating to them at http://www.aten.com Before you Begin 1.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual 4. Press and hold the Port 1 pushbutton on the unit's front panel. While holding down the Port 1 pushbutton, connect PC1's USB Keyboard Type A connnector in the Custom KVM cable set to a USB port on your computer. Note: The Computer Port 1 at the rear panel of the unit is labeled accordingly – use the cable that is attached to the PC1 port. 5.
6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility 3. Click Next. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears. The Utility inspects your installation. All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel. 4. As you select a device in the list, its description appears in the Device Description panel.After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade. (Continues on next page.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the device’s firmware level with that of the upgrade files. If the device’s version is higher than the upgrade version, a dialog box gives you the option to Continue or Cancel. If you didn’t enable Check Firmware Version, the Utility installs the upgrade files without checking whether they are a higher level, or not.
6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. After a successful completion, the CS72D / CS74D exits Firmware Upgrade Mode, and resets itself. Upgrade Failed If the Upgrade Succeeded screen doesn’t appear, it means that the upgrade failed to complete successfully, in which case you should do the following: 1.
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Appendix Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. This product is for indoor use only. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. Do not use the device near water. Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes. To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or un-interruptible power supply (UPS).
Appendix Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii. North America Email Support Online Technical Support support@aten-usa.com Troubleshooting Documentation Software Updates Telephone Support http://www.aten-usa.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Specifications Function CS72D CS74D Computer Connections 2 4 Console Connections 1 1 Port Selection Connectors Hotkey, Mouse switch, Front panel pushbuttons Console Ports KB 1 x USB Type A F (Iron) Video 1 x DVI-D F (White) Mouse 1 x USB Type A F (Iron) Speakers 1 x Mini Stereo Jack F (Green) Computer KBMouse/ Port 1 Video/ Speakers 1 x 44-pin Connector F Computer KBMouse/ Port 2 Video/ Speakers N/A 1 x 44-pin Connector F Power N/A 1 x DC Jack 2 (Green)
Appendix Troubleshooting Operation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables are securely attached and seated completely in their sockets. Symptom Erratic behavior. USB devices not responding. Possible Cause Action Unit not receiving enough power. Use a DC 5.3 V power adapter if you are not already using one.
CS72D / CS74D User Manual Symptom Possible Cause Action When switching ports, This can occur when Use the [F10] hotkey to enable keyboard emulation is keyboard emulation. See Hotkey there is a several disabled. Summary Table, page 18. second delay before the change happens. When switching ports The switch needs with the mousewheel, more time to process the mouse input. and I want to switch across two ports (from Port1 to Port 3, for example), sometimes the change doesn’t happen.
