User Manual CS-1772 CS-1774 2005-03-16
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual Packing List The complete Master View USB 2.0 KVME CS-1772 / CS-1774 package consists of: M 1 CS-1772 or CS-1774 KVM Switch M 2 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-1772) M 4 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-1774) M 1 Firmware Upgrade Cable M 1 Power Adapter M 1 User Manual M 1 Quick Start Guide Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing was damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
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CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual Contents 1. Introduction Features . . . . . . . . Hardware Requirements Console . . . . . . . Computer . . . . . . Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3 3 3 3 2.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual 5. Keyboard Emulation Sun Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Mac Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Before You Begin . . . . . . Starting the Upgrade . . . . . Upgrade Succeeded . . . . . Upgrade Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1. Introduction Overview The Master View CS-1772 and CS-1774 represent a revolutionary new direction in KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) Switches. These two (CS-1772) and four (CS-1774) port USB KVM Switches incorporate a two port USB Hub and an ethernet hub all in the same compact unit. This eliminates the need to purchase separate hubs or standalone peripheral sharers such as print servers, modem splitters, etc.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual Features M Multifunction USB KVM switch integrates a USB hub, ethernet hub, and audio M One console controls 2 (CS-1772) or 4 (CS-1774) computers and USB peripherals connected to two USB 2.
Introduction Hardware Requirements Console M A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation.
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CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual 1. Port Selection Switches Pressing a switch brings the focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port. See p. 13 for operation details. 2. Port LEDs The Port LEDs are built into the Port Selection Switches. The upper ones are the KVM Port LEDs; the lower ones are the USB LEDs: LED KVM: Indication M Lights DIM ORANGE to indicate that the computer attached to its corresponding port is up and running (On Line).
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CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual 1. Ethernet Port Section The Cat5 LAN cable that connects to the computer’s ethernet port can plug into any available port. 2. Console Audio Jacks The cables from your microphone and speakers plug in here. Each jack is color coded and marked with an appropriate icon to indicate itself. 3. Firmware Upgrade Port The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware upgrade data to the CS-1772 / CS-1774 plugs in here. See p. 25 for firmware upgrade details. 4.
Hardware Setup Cable Connection 1. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up have been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. 2. Make sure that all devices on the installation are properly grounded. To set up your Master View CS-1772 / CS-1774 installation, refer to the installation diagram on the following page, and do the following: 1.
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Hardware Setup Port Numbering Each CPU port on the CS-1772 / CS-1774 switch is assigned a port number (1 or 2 for the CS-1772; 1 to 4 for the CS-1774). The port numbers are marked on the rear panel of the switch (see p. 7). The Port ID of a computer is derived from the CPU port number it is connected to. For example, a computer connected to CPU port 2 has a Port ID of 2. The Port ID is used to specify which computer gets the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus with the Hotkey port selection method (see p.
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Chapter 3. Port Switching There are two convenient methods to switch the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus among the ports: Manual - which involves pressing the pushbutton port selection switches located on the unit’s front panel; and Hotkey - which involves entering combinations from the keyboard. Manual Port Switching M Press and release a switch (for less than three seconds) to bring only the KVM focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual Cycling Through the Ports Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [Enter] Action Brings the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus from the port that currently has the KVM focus to the next port on the installation (1 to 2; 2 to 1 for the CS-1772; 1 to 2; 2 to 3; 3 to 4; 4 to 1 for the CS-1774). Note that the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus all go to this port even if they were on different ports to begin with.
Port Switching Going Directly to a Port Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] [Enter] Action Brings the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus to the computer attached to the port corresponding to the specified Port ID. Note that the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus all go to this port even if they were on different ports to begin with. [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [n] [K] [Enter] Brings only the KVM focus to the computer attached to the specified port. The USB hub and audio focus remain where they are.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual Auto Scanning The CS-1772 / CS-1774’s Auto Scan feature automatically cycles the KVM focus through the computer ports at regular intervals. This allows you to monitor the computer activity without having to take the trouble of switching from port to port manually. See the table below for details. Hotkey Action [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] [A] [Enter] Starts Auto Scan. The KVM focus cycles from port to port at 5 second intervals.
Chapter 4. Hotkey Setting Mode Invoking Hotkey Setting Mode Hotkey Setting Mode is used to set up your CS-1772 / CS-1774 switch configuration. All operations begin with invoking Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM). To invoke HSM do the following: 1. Press and hold down the Num Lock key 2. Press and release the minus key 3. Release the Num Lock key Note: There is an alternate key combination to invoke HSM. See below for details.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual Alternate HSM Invocation Keys An alternate set of HSM invocation keys is provided in case the default set conflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alternate HSM invocation set, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see above) 2. Press and release the H key The HSM invocation keys become the Ctrl key and F12 (instead of Num Lock and minus). Note: This procedure is a toggle between the two methods.
Hotkey Setting Mode Keyboard Operating Platform The CS-1772 / CS-1774’s default port configuration is for a PC Compatible keyboard operating platform. If your requirements call for different port settings (you have a Mac or Sun attached to a port, e.g.), you can change a port’s keyboard operating platform configuration as follows: 1. Bring the KVM focus to the port you want to set. 2. Invoke HSM (see p. 17) 3. Press and release the appropriate Function key (see table).
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual List Hotkey Settings To see a listing of the current hotkey settings, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see p. 17). 2. Press and release the F4 function key. 3. Open a text editor or word processor and use its Paste function to display the settings. USB Reset If the Console USB keyboard and/or mouse loses focus and needs to be reset, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see p. 17). 2. Press and release the F5 function key.
Hotkey Setting Mode Disable Port Switching Keys To disable the Port Switching Keys ([Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] / [Ctrl] [Ctrl]), do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see p. 17). 2. Press [X] [Enter]. Note: This procedure is a toggle. To enable the Port Switching keys repeat steps 1 and 2. Restore Default Settings To reset the CS-1772 / CS-1774 to its default hotkey settings, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see p. 17). 2. Press [R] [Enter]. All hotkey settings return to the factory default settings.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual HSM Summary Table After invoking HSM (see p. 17), key in one of the following keys to perform the corresponding function: Key Function H Toggles between the default and alternate HSM invocation keys. T Toggles between the default and alternate Port Switching keys. F2 Sets the Mac keyboard operating platform. F3 Sets the Sun keyboard operating platform. F4 Lists the current hotkey settings via the Paste function of a text editor or WP. F5 Performs a USB reset.
Chapter 5. Keyboard Emulation 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. Note: When using [Ctrl] combinations, press and release the Ctrl key, then press and release the activation key.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual 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. Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key, then press and release the second one.
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. New upgrade packages are posted on our web site as new firmware revisions become available. Before You Begin 1.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware: 1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file - either by double clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Welcome screen appears: Note: The screenshots in this section are for example purposes. The screens that appear during your firmware upgrade may vary slightly as to their wording and descriptions. 2.
The Firmware Upgrade Utility 3. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears: M The Utility inspects your installation. All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel. M As you select a device in the list, its description appears in the Device Description panel.
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual 4. After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade. M If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the device’s firmware level with that of the upgrade files. If it finds that the device’s version is equal to, or higher than, the upgrade version, it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to Continue or Cancel.
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 switch 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 repeat the upgrade procedure from the beginning.
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Appendix Specifications Function CS-1772 CS-1774 Computer Connections 2 CPU Port Selection Front Panel Switches; Hotkey USB/Audio Port Selection Hotkey LEDs KVM 2 (Orange) 4 (Orange) USB 2 (Green) 4 (Green) Link 3 (Green) 5 (Green) 10/100Mbps 3 (Green) 5 (Green) Keyboard 1 x USB Type A female Mouse 1 x USB Type A female Video 1 x HDB -15 female Audio 1 x Speaker jack 1 x Microphone jack KVM data 2 x SPHD - 15 female 4 x SPHD - 15 female Audio 2 x Speaker jacks 2 x Micropho
CS-1772 / CS-1774 User Manual Function CS-1772 CS-1774 Housing Metal Weight 0.71 kg 0.92 kg Dimensions (L x W x H) 21.0 x 8.8 x 5.55cm 27.0 x 8.8 x 5.55cm OS Support Windows 98 or higher, Mac OS 8.6 or higher, SUN Blade 2000/100 (Sun Solaris 8), Linux RedHat 7.1 or higher, FreeBSD 3.51, 4.2, 4.3, 4.
The Firmware Upgrade Utility Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Erratic behavior. Unit not receiving enough power. Use a DC 5.3V power adapter if you are not already using one. If you are already using a power adapter, check that it matches the system specifications (DC 5.3V), and that it is plugged in and functioning properly. Keyboard and/or Mouse not responding. Keyboard and/or mouse need to be reset. Use the USB Console Reset hotkey combination (see p. 20).
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