Installation Guide 17” LCD Combo Console 1 GCL1800 PART NO.
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Table of Contents Package Contents 4 Hotkey Commands 26 System Requirements 5 Mac Keyboard Emulation 27 6 Sun Keyboard Emulation 28 8 Firmware Upgrade 29 Overview Rack Mounting Grounding 11 Upgrade Fail 33 Open/Close Console 12 Safety Instructions 34 Installation 14 Specifications 38 Connect to a KVM 17 External Console Ports (Optional) 20 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement 39 CE Statement 40 SJ/T 11364-2006 41 Limited Warranty 42 Contact 43 USB Externa
Package Contents - 1 x 17" LCD Console - 1 x USB KVM Cable - 1 x Firmware Upgrade Cable - 1 x Rack Mount Kit (Long and Short L Brackets) - 1 x Grounding Wire - 1 x Power Cord - 1 x Installation Guide - 1 x Warranty Card 4
System Requirements Computers • VGA, SVGA, or MultiSync video graphics card with an HDB-15 port • PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports (6-pin mini DIN) or 1 USB port 5
Overview 1. Slide Release 2. Handle Bar 3. LCD Display 4. LCD Power Button 5. LCD Controls 6. Keyboard 7. Touchpad 8. External USB Mouse Port 9. Power LED 10.Num Lock/Caps Lock/Scroll Lock LED 11.Reset Button 12.Firmware Upgrade Recovery Switch 13.
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Rack Mounting The following diagram shows the required components to mount the LCD Console to the rack. L Bracket CAUTION: Slide/rail mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a work space. Side Mounting Brackets Note: The Slide Mounting Brackets are pre-installed onto the LCD Console.
Step 1 While one person holding the LCD Console in the proper position in the rack, the second person can lock the screws loosely through the front bracket onto the front of the rack.
Step 2 While the person continue holding the position of the LCD Console, the second person can slide the L brackets from the back of the rack into the Slide Mounting Brackets. Then, you can lock the screws through the rear bracket onto the back of the rack. M4 x 6 Phillips Head Screws Final Step After the rear brackets are completely secured, tighten the front brackets’ screws.
Grounding To prevent damaging your equipment, it is important that all devices are properly grounded. Use the included grounding wire to ground the LCD Console by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object.
Open/Close Console Opening the Console Slide the 2 Slide Releases toward the center of the LCD Console, then pull the console module out while holding the Slide Releases’ position. Then simply open the console by raising the handle bar.
Closing the Console First, close the LCD module with the handle bar, then pull the safety catches on both sides of the console module towards yourself to release the safety lock. Then slide the 2 Slide Releases toward the center of the LCD Console, then push the console module all the way in while holding the Slide Releases’ position. Then simply release the Slide Releases to keep the console module in the lock position.
Installation Please make sure the computer is powered off before you start. Step 1 Connect the power cord to the power outlet and the power socket of the LCD Console.
Step2 Connect a USB KVM Cable (with a green connector) or PS/2 KVM Cable* (with a yellow connector) from the CPU port of the LCD Console to your computer Console USB KVM Cable Connection PS/2-USB CPU or PS/2 KVM Cable* Connection* *PS/2 KVM Cables (Model No.: G2L5202P, G2L5203P and G2L5206P) are available and sold separately, please visit our website at www.iogear.com for details.
Step 3 Turn on LCD Console by using the power switch that’s located in the back of the LCD Console. Console PS/2-USB CPU Final Step Turn on your computer.
Connect to a KVM Note: This LCD Console is ideal for our GCS1808/GCS1716. Please visit our website at www.iogear.com for details about these two KVMs. Step 1 Connect the power cord to the power outlet and the power socket of the LCD Console.
Step 2 Connect the provided USB KVM Cable from the CPU port of the LCD Console to the KVM switch’s console VGA and USB keyboard port.
Step 3 Refer to your KVM’s manual for details on how to connect your computers to your KVM. Step 4 Turn on LCD Console by using the power switch that’s located in the back of the LCD Console. Console PS/2-USB CPU Step 5 Refer to your KVM’s manual for detail on how to turn on your KVM. Final Step Turn on your computers.
External Console Ports (Optional) If you wish to use external monitor, keyboard or mouse rather then the built-in LCD, keyboard or touchpad, you can connect your external VGA monitor, USB or PS/2 keyboard and mouse to the external console ports that are located in the back of the LCD Console.
USB External Mouse Port (Optional) There is an external mouse port in the front of the LCD Console next to the Power LED. Simply plug in any USB connection of the mouse to that USB port to use an external mouse instead of the touchpad.
LCD Configuration There are four buttons for LCD configuration, the functions are as follow: Button Function Menu • If you are currently not in the LCD OSD (On Screen Display) Menu, press this Menu button will bring up the LCD OSD Menu. • If you are currently in the LCD OSD Menu, this button acts as an Enter button. | This button navigates up or right within the OSD Menu. During an adjustment, this button increases the value of the specific adjustment.
LCD Adjustment Setting There are ten functions in the LCD OSD Menu, and they are as follow: Setting Function Brightness This function adjusts the brightness of the LCD Contrast This function is to eliminate pixel jitters or horizontal line noise Phase This function is to eliminate vertical banding Clock If a port has been given a name, its name appears in this column.
Reset Button Use a paper clip or any kind of small object to press the reset button, you will then hear a beep sound which indicates that it will perform a system reset on the LCD Console.
Keyboard Function Keys There are 6 sets of Keyboard Function Keys on the built-in keyboard and they are as follow. Simply press and hold the [Fn] key then press the function key and release the [Fn] key to trigger the specific function.
Hotkey Commands Combination Description [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][P][C][Enter] Set keyboard operating platform to PC compatible [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][S][U][N][Enter] Set keyboard operating platform to SUN compatible* [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][M][A][C][Enter] Set keyboard operating platform to MAC compatible* [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][U][P][G][R][A][D][E][Enter] Trigger Firmare Upgrade Mode [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][L][Enter] Enable Internal Console and disable External Console [Ctrl][Alt][Shift][R][Enter] Enable External Con
Mac Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard [Alt] Alt [Shift] Shift [Print Screen] F13 [Crtl] Ctrl [Scroll Lock] F14 = [Ctrl] [1] [Enter] Return [Ctrl] [2] [Backspace] Delete [Ctrl] [3] [Insert] Help [Ctrl] [4] [Ctrl] F15 *Note: When using key combinations, press and release the first key (Ctrl), then press and release the second key.
Sun Keyboard Emulation The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below.
Firmware Upgrade Note: In order to perform a firmware upgrade, you need to use a set of computer that is not connected to the LCD Console. Step 3 Go to www.iogear.com to download the latest available firmware or the specific firmware that you wish to upgrade to. Step 1 Connect the provided firmware upgrade cable to the firmware upgrade port of the LCD Console and the serial port of the computer that you will be using to perform the firmware upgrade.
Step 7 Choose the correct device* that you wish to perform firmware upgrade from the “Device List” and then click “Next” to continue. Then the Firmware Upgrade Utility will verify if the device is connected to the computer via the firmware upgrade cable. (Check Firmware Version checkbox is optional) Step 6 Read the License Agreement and click “I Agree” then click “Next” if you wish to continue with the firmware upgrade. Otherwise, click “Cancel” to exit.
Step 9 Warning window may popup again for 2nd part of the firmware upgrade (KB). Step 8 If you have checked the “Check Firmware Version” checkbox, then the utility will check the current firmware that is on your LCD Console. If the current firmware is newer than the firmware that you wish to upgrade to, a window will popup and prompt you to ask if you wish to proceed. Simply click “Yes” to start the upgrade and “No” to cancel the upgrade.
Step 10 When the firmware upgrade is done, you will see “Firmware upgrade OK” in the “Status Messages” window. Then simply click “Finish” to complete the whole firmware upgrade process. Final Step Now the LCD Console will reset by itself and it will be ready for usage after the reset.
Upgrade Fail If you don’t see “Firmware upgrade OK” in the “Status Messages” window, it means the utility has failed to complete the firmware successfully. If that occurs, please do the following: Step 3 Repeat the firmware upgrade process. (Please refer to Firmware Upgrade Section) Step 4 After the firmware upgrade has completed, turn off the LCD Console. Then, unplug the power cord from the LCD Console. Step 1 Unplug the power cord from the LCD Console.
Safety Instructions General • Please read all of these instructions and save them for future reference. • Carefully follow all warning and instructions marked on the device. • Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage may result. • Do not use the device near water. • Do not place the device near or over any radiator, heat register or other heat source.
• In order to prevent damage once installed, it is important that this device and all devices connected to it are properly grounded. • As a safety feature, the device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding plug. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, please contact an electrician to repair/replace the outlet. You should never attempt to override or modify the plug. Always follow your local and/or national wiring codes. • Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables.
• If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair: - The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed; - Liquid was spilled into the device; - The device was exposed to rain or water - The device was dropped, or the cabinet was damaged; - The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service • When following the operating instructions, the device does not operate normally.
Rack Mounting • • • • • • • • • • Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack. Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item in the rack first. Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack.
Specifications Model GCL1800 Power Consumption Physical Properties 29.6W Housing Metal + Plastic Weight 25.94lb Dimension (W x H x D) Environment 17in. x 1.75in. x 21in.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This product 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. This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.
CE Statement This device has been tested and found to comply with the requirements set up in the council directive on the approximation of the law of member states relating to EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC. The product has been approved for LVD and covered the following countries: Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, U.K.
SJ/T 11364-2006 The following contains information that relates to China.
Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.
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