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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Features and Functions................................................................................................................................................... 2 Installation ................................................................................................................................
TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1- Mount RACKMUX to a standard rack ................................................................................................................................. 3 Figure 2- Position RACKMUX with clearance to open ....................................................................................................................... 3 Figure 3- Mount to Telco post with optional mounting brackets ......................................................................................
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE INTRODUCTION The RACKMUX-V15/17 Drawer (RACKMUX) consists of a Keyboard, Touchpad, and LCD monitor integrated into a 1RU rack-mountable drawer with wrist pads. When access to a server rack is needed, the drawer can be pulled out and the display lifted up like a notebook computer, revealing the keyboard and mouse.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE 1 2 3 4 5 6 18 15 1 A 7 8 PS/2 Fn 13 Front View RACKMUX-V17 16 9 10 11 12 14 17 21A (RACKMUX-V17) - or - 21B (RACKMUX-D17) 19 20 22 24 Rear View 23 RACKMUX-V17 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE INSTALLATION Rack Mounting Instructions The RACKMUX was designed to be mounted to a rack and includes mounting flanges to make attachment easy. 1. Determine the mounting height in the rack for the drawer. It should be a height comfortable to use the keyboard and see the LCD display. Mark holes in each of the 4 corner cabinet rails at points all level with each other. 2. Secure the rear brackets to the rear rack cabinet rails.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE Optional Telco 2-Post Mounting If the Telco 2-post mounting bracket kit (NTI# RL-T15-TEL) is to be used, secure the short and long brackets to each side of the drawer as shown in Fig. 2. Apply 2 nuts (supplied) per bracket to secure the brackets to the drawer. Apply two #10-32x3/4” screws (supplied) per bracket to the post at the desired height. Slots are provided in the brackets to make minor depth adjustments easy.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE REAR VIEW OF RACKMUX-V17 NTI NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES INCORPORATED 1275 Danner Dr Tel:330-562-7070 Aurora, OH 44202 Fax:330-562-1999 www.networktechinc.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE Connect Extra Device On the front of the RACKMUX is an additional USB Type A port to be used, if desired, for an extra accessory. Any low or full speed USB device may be connected to this port to be used. This port is fully compliant with USB standard 1.1. Note: In order for the optional USB device port to be usable, the USB port on the rear of the RACKMUX must be connected to a USB enabled CPU (a 2 meter USB cable is supplied).
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE DISPLAY FUNCTIONS An NTI RACKMUX with a 17” monitor supports resolutions up to SXGA (1280 x 1024) with a refresh rate at between 55 and 76Hz. When a 15” monitor is present, support for resolutions up to XGA (1024 x 768) apply with a refresh rate at between 55 and 76Hz. The quality of the image on the LCD monitor is adjustable using an On Screen Display (OSD) menu using the control buttons on the RACKMUX.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE Brightness/Contrast Menu Selecting the Brightness/Contrast menu will bring up a screen in which the user can adjust the brightness and contrast levels of the LCD display. Using the Up or Down arrows to navigate the menu, highlight either the BRIGHTNESS or CONTRAST sections and press the Select button to choose the option to adjust. Then use the Up or Down Arrow to adjust the setting. Select EXIT when finished to return to the Main Menu.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE Setup Menu Selecting the Setup menu will bring up a screen in which the user can adjust OSD POSITION-the position of the OSD menus on the LCD display OSD TIME-the length of time the user can be idle before the OSD menu automatically exits (adjustable from 10 to 60 seconds) LANGUAGE-the language that the OSD menus will be presented in With the item highlighted, (use the Up or Down arrow to move between them), press the Select button to c
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS RACKMUX-V15 The keyboard on the RACKMUX-V15 (and RACKMUX–V17) is a standard condensed Windows format. To reduce the keyboard size, some keys have been assigned multiple functions, accessible via the "Fn" key. This section will describe which keys have multiple functions and how to enable them. Use the LEDs to know what special features are enabled.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE Number Pad The functionality of a Number Pad on a standard Windows keyboard has been incorporated into the keyboard of the RACKMUX-V15 (see Fig. 12, page 12 ). To substitute the keys of the Number Pad: 1. 2. Press the "NumLock" key. The NumLock LED ( 1 ) will illuminate. Press the "Fn" key twice quickly (double-click). The "Fn" LED will illuminate. To turn OFF Number Pad functions: 1. Press the "Fn" key twice quickly (double-click).
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE Num Lk Scr Lk & ( * 7 8 9 7 8 9 U I O { [ 4 5 6 Enter J K L : ; " ' 1 2 3 + * ? > M . 0 . / / Figure 12- Keys of the Number Pad Other Uses of the Function Key The Function ("Fn") key (page10) will enable other standard keyboard features in addition to the Number Pad keys (page 11) .
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE Numeric Keypad Option Models with the Numeric Keypad option (-N) (i.e. RACKMUX-V15-N) have a standard Windows keyboard with 17-key numeric keypad. When the Numeric Keypad option is present, the Function (“Fn”) key, (page 10) is only used to toggle between PS/2 and USB keyboard/mouse mode (page 14). Note: When the Numeric Keypad option is present, the "Fn" key does not lock.
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NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE DC POWER OPTION If the RACKMUX has been ordered with the DC Power option (“48V” at the end of the model number), a 3-terminal block has been provided for connection to a 36-72VDC 2A power source. The terminal block can be easily removed from under the protective bracket to make connections. Proper connections are indicated. Note: Be sure to properly secure the terminal block to the RACKMUX after wire insertion.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE SAFETY This NTI product has been designed and fully tested with user safety of the utmost importance. As with all electronic devices, this NTI product should be handled and operated with care. In order to avoid possible injury and to reduce any risk of damage to this product, please read and follow each of these safety instructions. • Follow all instructions found in this manual. • Follow all instructions found on the product.
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE RACKMUX-KVM DRAWER STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS General Specs Case Material.................................................Electro-galvanized steel black powdercoated Dimensions WxDxH (in.)...............................19 x 21.9 x 1.75 Supported Rack Depths………………………..Adjustable 22” – 39” Weight……………………………………………26 lbs. Input Power....................................................AC 100-240V, 50 – 60 Hz Operating Temperature.....................
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE OSD Control Board OSD Control ..................................................5 Keys Power Key .....................................................Power ON/OFF Menu Key.......................................................Activates Menu Up, Down Keys ..............................................Navigation Control Select Key......................................................Select (when in Menu); Auto Adjust (not in menu) LED..........
NTI RACKMUX-V15/17 RACKMOUNT LCD MONITOR WITH KEYBOARD AND MOUSE TROUBLESHOOTING Each and every piece of every product produced by Network Technologies Inc is 100% tested to exacting specifications. We make every effort to insure trouble-free installation and operation of our products. If problems are experienced while installing this product, please look over the troubleshooting chart below to see if perhaps we can answer any questions that arise.