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1. Interfaces to Video see specific features computer PS 2 keyboard mouse 2 x PS 2 socket USB keyboard mouse 1 x USB B socket Audio 3 5 mm jack plug Line In variants AR and ARU 3 5 mm jack plug Line Out USB 1 1 Shared transmission of the signals of variants ARU and U USB devices as well as of keyboard and mouse via USB B socket RS232 1 x RS232 socket variants AR and ARU Interfaces for Monitor see specific features remote console PS 2 keyboard mouse 2 x PS 2 socket USB keyboard mouse 2 x USB A socket Audio 3 5 mm jack plug Speaker variants AR and ARU 3 5 mm jack plug Micro In USB 1 1 2 x USB A socket variants ARU and U RS232 1x RS232 socket variants AR and ARU Interfaces for Monitor see specific features local console Keyboard Mouse 2 x PS 2 socket Graphics Colour depth 24 bits Resolution 60 Hz max 1920 x 1200 pixels Resolution 85 Hz max 1280 x 1024 pixels Pixel rate 25 MHz to 165 MHz Vertical frequency 20 Hz to 100 Hz Horizontal frequency 25 kHz to 130 kHz Audio Transmission type transparent bi directional a DEN nel Resolution 24 bit digital stereo Sampling rate 96 kHz Bandwidth 22 kHz G amp D DVIVision 53 Technical data DVIVISION SERIES USB 1 1 variants ARU and U Specification USB 1 1 Transmission type transparent Transmission rate max 12 Mbit s Su
2. Guntermann amp Drunck G amp D DVIVision TV Dv v Sion CON Powe f Stat Gr us Cons SS ed Grace ae Main Video Os km ice d Installation and Operating Guide About this manual This manual has been carefully compiled and examined to the state of the art G amp D neither explicitly nor implicitly takes guarantee or responsibility for the qual ity efficiency and marketability of the product when used for a certain purpose that differs from the scope of service covered by this manual For damages which directly or indirectly result from the use of this manual as well as for incidental damages or consequential damages G amp D is liable only in cases of intent or gross negligence Caveat Emptor G amp D will not provide warranty for devices that Are not used as intended Are repaired or modified by unauthorized personnel Show severe external damages that was not reported on the receipt of goods Have been damaged by non G amp D accessories G amp D will not be liable for any consequential damages that could occur from using the products Proof of trademark All product and company names mentioned in this manual and other documents you have received alongside your G amp D product are trademarks or registered trade marks of the holder of rights Guntermann amp Drunck GmbH 2011 All rights reserved Version 1 91 04 07 2011 Firmware 1 9 7cpu 1 8 5con Guntermann amp Drunck G
3. G amp D Power Card see figure A further connection at amp the computer casing guarantees the use ofthese buttons x Pwr Sw el Pwr MB NOTE Write down the plug positions of the cables 2 Jn occupied which are leading from the ATX Power button and the Res Sw Reset button of the casing to the motherboard After _Res MB wards disconnect the cables 2 Pwr Sw Connect the ATX Power button cable of the com puter casing to these pins In case the connection cable is not long enough it can be extended with one of the extension cables Pwr MB Connect the pins you have written down before with the plug position of the ATX Power button on the motherboard Use one of the supplied connection cables for this purpose Res Sw Connect the Reset button cable of the computer casing to these pins In case the connection cable is not long enough it can be extended with one of the extension cables Res MB Connect the pins you have written down before with the plug position of the Reset button on the motherboard Use one of the supplied connection cables for this purpose 50 G amp D DVIVision The DVI Power expansion Connecting the G amp D Power Card and the panel with DVIVision Power Card Figure 8 Interface Power Card at the computer module DV Vision CPU Power Card Connect this interface of the computer module to the interface on the back panel ofthe G amp D Power Car
4. How to de activate the hotkey delay 1 Press Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace to enable the setup mode If the hotkey delay is active press the key combination for seven seconds Press one of the setup keys listed below to de activate the hotkey delay Setup mode N 7 activates the hotkey delay 8 deactivates the hotkey delay jan Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system N Use the arrow keys to select the Hotkey Delay row 3 Press the Space key repeatedly to de activate the hotkey delay Yes gt activates the hotkey delay No deactivates the hotkey delay 4 Press the key to save your settings G amp D DViVision 17 Configuration Using single or double hotkeys If many application programs with key combinations are operated on one computer or if different G amp D devices are used in one cascade the number of available key combinations might be restricted In such a case it is appropriate to apply double hotkeys How to activate the use of single or double hotkeys Press Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace to activate the setup mode If the hotkey delay is active press the key combination for seven seconds o 2 2 2 Press one of the setup keys listed below to activate the use of single or double hotkeys S enables single hotkeys A enables double hotkeys Use the terminal emulator
5. see below can also be activated Related topics Changing the timeout of the automatic input lock on page 25 Changing the video mode of user consoles on page 27 Exclusive operation of the DV Vision system For operating the DVIVision system exclusively the function Authorising permanent console access can be activated in the setup menu If this function is switched on the user of the DVIVision system can activate the exclusive operation by pressing the key combination Hotkey PrtScr default Ctrl Prt Scr After having pressed this key combination the input devices of the concurrent con sole are deactivated By pressing the key combination again at the console where the permanent input lock has been activated users at both consoles are again able to operate the DVIVision system After the permanent input lock has been activated at one console the Scroll LEDs are blinking on the keyboards of both consoles Related topics Authorising permanent console access on page 26 Changing the video mode of user consoles on page 27 12 G amp D DVIVision Configuration Configuration The configuration of the DVIVision system can optionally be changed in the setup mode or in the setup menu Enable the setup mode using the console keyboard You can change the configura tion via special setup keys The setup menu is operated with a terminal emulator and provides a user interface to configure the device IMPOR
6. 1 still displays the image with a fast blinking Support of any resolution IMPORTANT Display modes that support interlace are not supported by the DVIVision system The DVIVision system generally supports all resolutions that can be transmitted through a single link interface according to the DVI specification 1 0 This restriction mainly affects the pixel rate which can reach from 25 MHz to 165 MHz Therefore resolutions between 640 x 480 pixels at 60 Hz and 1600 x 1200 pixels at 60 Hz are possible for the common timing standards by VESA DMT and VESA SMT 1920 x 1200 pixels at 60 Hz is transmitted according to VESA CVT RB Almost any refresh rate and resolution within the technical constraints are possible The available display modes are largely dependent on the graphics card the graph ics driver the operating system and the connected monitor The video data that are transmitted from the computer to the computer module DVIVision CPU are transferred to the monitor of the remote console with the same timing The signal s frequency and display position at the computer module there fore correspond to those of the graphics output G amp D DViVision 45 Further information NOTE While generating the video signal some graphics cards differentiate between digital and analog output Such graphics cards generate digitally output image signals with partly non standardised timings Such timings do not comply with
7. 2 x power cable PowerCable 2 Standard 1 x video cable DVI D SL M M 2 1 x PS 2 mouse cable PS 2 M M 2 green 1x PS 2 keyboard cable PS 2 M M 2 purple 1 x USB device cable USB AM BM 2 1 x data cable Update Cable 2 1 x Installation and Operating Guide Expanded package contents of AR and ARU variants If you purchased the AR or ARU variant of the DVIVision series the scope of deliv ery additionally includes the following cables 2 x audio cable Audio M M 2 1 x serial connection cable RS232 M F 2 Additional package contents of multi channel variants The multi channel variants of the DVIVision series provide a separate video cable for each video channel The DVIVision MC2 variant is supplied with two and the MC4 variant with four video cables NOTE The scope of delivery of the multi channel devices provides several rackmount sets 19 RM Set 435 to install the devices to a 19 rack The installation of the devices to the rack can be carried out with both the front panel or the back panel facing forwards Single channel devices are available as desktop or as rackmount variant Rackmount variants must be installed to the rack with the front panel facing forwards G amp D DViVision 3 Installation Installation The computer module is placed close to the computer to be operated by the DVIVision system If desired connect a separate user console to the computer mod ule
8. 444 24444ccnsneensesneeesneneeneenene nenne Selecting the emulation mode for input devices Using th noise filter ia desieiesnstsiseksineiininehie Support of DVI non compliant image SOULCES ee Resetting the default values of the enhanced configuration settings Monitoring nel Sia tat es Seria lesser wlan a a a i re ieia PREQUESt IDin a ir A aides he whe ae oe Listing the commands Querying new events GETLOG Querying the status information GETSTATUS een 40 Querying the diagnosis functions GETDIAG nne 41 Querying firmware and monitor information GETINVENTORY 42 Rebooting the KVM extender DOREBOOT nennen 42 Further information 44440244400ssnsnensennneensnnnnenennnnennennnneenennenennnn Recommendations for twisted pair cables Special advices regarding the MC4 variant Permitted device adjustments Temperature warnings Support of amy resolution ccccceescccccceeeeccessenseeeeececeseeseeeeeeeeeceeeenstteeeeeees Stat us displays 32 ea eas he tea his hak A eats Computer module DVIVision CPU User module DVIVision CON cccccccceesecesceceeeeeensssseeeeeeeeeseeesssseeeeeeeeessenenaaees The DVI Power expansion cs4444sssesseesennnneeeeeeseeennnnnnneneneeenesnnnnen Scope Of delivery ne
9. Table 1 Recommended cable lengths depending on the wire gauge NOTE The lengths that are mentioned in the table above must be interpreted as the sum of all segments between the devices The following cables achieved the best results during test operation up to 140 metres Kerpen MegaLine G12 150 S F AWG22 up to 100 metres G amp D K C5 HR up to 80 metres D twyler Uninet flex 4P AWG26 S STP G amp D DVIVision 43 Further information Special advices regarding the MCA variant Permitted device adjustments Please mind the following advices regarding the proper installation and the minimum distances of the devices as well as the additional advices Computer module MC4 CPU User module MC4 CON 3 E upright horizontal prefered upright horizontal prefered 3 E left device side upright left device side upright E A rear side upright rear side upright AA ak Device top and bottom side When Device top side at least 3 cm 2 installing several devices on top of Device bottom side at least 7 9 mm 3 each other please provide a dis equals the height of the device E tance of at least 2 cm every three stands devices a Device sides at least 5 cm g Device bottom side If the device is B standing on a table for example 5 provide a free space of at least b5 7 9 mm equals the height of the device stands Device sides at least 5 cm s Always ensure that the right side Always ensure th
10. cable The optional power pack is connected and provides the required voltage 12 Volt The optional power pack has not been properly connected System ready for operation Defective internal communication Restart the device Activated setup mode only MC4 multichannel variants The temperature in the device exceeds the valid values see page 45 The firmware that has been transmitted to the device by the update wizard is being tranmitted to all components of the system This process might take several minutes The communication with the computer module has been successfully established The communication with the computer module could not be established The incoming image signal at the video input of the computer module is being properly received by the user module No image data are being received at the computer module 48 G amp D DVIVision The DVI Power expansion The DVI Power expansion The DVI Power expansion is provided for the DVIVision AR and ARU variants to control the ATX Power and Reset buttons of the computer at the remote console Scope of delivery The scope of delivery ofthe DVI Power expansion includes the following items G amp D Power Card slot card for installing in the computer connection cable to connect G amp D Power Card and computer module single sided ready made cable for connecting a panel to the user module 2 x two pin connection cable 0 4 metres 2 x
11. keys of such keyboards How to de activate the support for multimedia or special Sun keys 1 Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select the USB Keymode row 3 Press the Space key repeatedly to select between the following settings PC Multimedia activates the support for multimedia keys SUN German Sun keyboard German layout SUN US Sun keyboard American layout PC Standard deactivates the support for special keys 4 Press the key to save yoursettings nn Optional If you changed the keyboard layout of the Sun keyboard from SUN German to SUN US or vice versa the Sun computer must be rebooted G amp D DVIVision 23 Configuration If the console is provided with a Sun keyboard use the Solaris Shortcut Keys of this keyboard after enabling When using a standard keyboard these functions can be performed by using the key combinations listed below Key combination Solaris Shortcut Key of the Sun keyboard Ctrl Alt F2 Again Ctrl Alt F3 Props Ctrl Alt F4 Undo Cirl Alt F5 Front Ctrl Alt F6 Copy Ctrl Alt F7 Open Ctrl Alt F8 Paste Ctrl Alt F9 Find Ctrl Alt F10 Cut Ctrl Alt F11 Help Ctrl Alt F12 Mute Ctrl Alt NUM Loud Cirl Alt NUM Quiet Ctrl Alt NUM Compose Ctrl Alt Pause Shutdown Pause A Stop 24 G amp D DVIVision Configuration Changing the timeout of the automatic input lock NOTE This function can o
12. lists all settings of the DVIVision system in tabular form Setup Menu for DVIVision CPU gt Show System Info sued Show Version Info Show Line Info Show Temperature Info Show Video Info Show Monitor Info Hotkey ctrl Double Hotkey No Hotkey Delay Yes Set System Defaults sant Scancode Set CPU 2 Scancode Set CON 2 PS 2 Keyboard Type CPU Standard PS 2 Keyboard Type CON Standard USB Keymode PC Multimedia Console Access Freeze Image fea Special Extended Options off Video Optimisation EDID Mode Space Toggle The active setting of the various functions is displayed in the right hand column Menu items with submenus containing more settings are indicated with three dots in the right hand column How to operate the setup menu Use the Arrow or ArrowJ keys to select the desired menu item The active row is marked with angular gt arrows Menu items whose settings are displayed in the right column can be changed by pressing the Space key repeatedly A menu item that has a sub dialogue available can be opened by pressing Enter 16 G amp D DVIVision Configuration Configuration settings Activating the hotkey delay Press the Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace key combination for seven sec onds in order to start the setup mode in the default settings You can disable the hot key delay if you want to start the setup mode immediately after pressing the key combination
13. non condensing G amp D DVIVision 55 Technical data Specific features of multi channel devices DVIVISION MC2 CPU Interfaces for Monitor 2 x DVI I socket local console Interfaces to Video 2 x DVI D socket computer Interfaces for to user module 2 x RJ45 socket transmission Casing Material anodised aluminium Dimensions W x H x D 435 x 44 x 210 mm Weight approx 3 1 kg Operating Temperature 5 to 40 C environment Air humidity 20 80 non condensing DVIVISION MC2 CON Interfaces for Monitor 2 x DVI I socket remote console Interfaces for to computer module 2 x RJ45 socket transmission Casing Material anodised aluminium Dimensions W x H x D 435 x 44 x 210 mm Weight approx 3 1 kg Operating Temperature 5 to 40 C ENYIEODMENE Air humidity 20 88 non condensing 56 G amp D DVIVision Technical data DVIVISION MC4 CPU Interfaces for Monitor 4 x DVI I socket local console Interfaces to Video 4 x DVI D socket computer Interfaces for to user module 4 x RJ45 socket transmission Casing Material anodised aluminium top sides galvanized steel plate bottom Dimensions W x H x D 435 x 44 x 285 mm Weight approx 3 4 kg Operating Temperature 5 to 35 C environment Air humidity 20 80 non condensing DVIVISION MC4 CON Interfaces for Moni
14. row USB HID Emulation 4 Press Space repeatedly to switch the USB HID emulation Auto device automatically controls emulation mode PS 2 only emulation of PS 2 input devices USB HID deactivated nn Press Q to leave the Special Extended Options menu 6 Press S to save your settings Using the noise filter By default the computer module analyses and compresses the computer s incoming video signal and transmits it to the user module Due to this compression the data volume to be transmitted can be considerably reduced In order to apply the compression the image segments in the frames must not be changed The device drivers of some graphics cards produce image noises in the video signal The colour values of frames the user perceives as evenly coloured differ slightly NOTE The frames colour values also change for fixed images As a result the compression cannot be applied and all frames of the video signal are transmitted Due to the missing compression a high resolution video signal of a computer with such a device driver leads to a large data volume that is transmitted between computer module and user module This might affect the performance of the DVIVision system Activate the low or high noise filter level if you experience performance losses This way the colour values are adjusted and the compression is possible NOTE With Multichannel variants the selected noise filter level ap
15. the KVM extender can be retrieved with the GETLOG command Command lt GETLOG ReqID 123 gt Exemplary answer of the KVM extender lt LOG Ver 1 ReqIp 123 gt Cable disconnected lt LOG gt Reply if buffer is empty lt FAIL ReqID 123 gt NOTE Calling up an event deletes this event in the buffer G amp D DVIVision 39 Monitoring The following table shows the events logged by the KVM extendeder Notification Event DVI Plug connected connected DVI cable computer side DVI Plug disconnected disconnected DVI cable computer side DVI Signal loss no DVI signal DVI Signal ok detected DVI signal Monitor connected established cable connection to monitor Monitor disconnected no cable connection to monitor Remote Unit Offline interrupted connection to user module CON Remote Unit Online established connection to user module CON Screen Freezing active active Freeze function Screen Freezing inactive inactive Freeze function USB Emulation active established USB connection to computer USB Emulation inactive interrupted USB connection to computer Querying the status information GETSTATUS The GETSTATUS command can be used to query various status information of the KVM extender Command lt GETSTATUS ReqID 123 gt Exemplary answer ofthe KVM extender lt STATUS Ver 1 ReqIp 123 gt lt FreezingActive gt NO lt FreezingActive gt lt LocalVideoInput gt
16. the menu displays the moni tor name and device ID stored in the EDID data 3 Use arrow or arrow to choose the video channel whose EDID mode you want to change 4 Press the Space key repeatedly to select between the following options Auto forward transmit EDID data of connected monitor Keep stored EDID store and use EDID data permanently 5 Optional Use arrow or arrow to edit the EDID mode of another video channel a Press Q to leave the menu x Press to save your settings 28 G amp D DVIVision Configuration Showing the last image after disconnection Freeze NOTE This function can only be de activated in the setup menu If the cable connection between computer module and user module is interrupted during operation the monitor at the user module displays no image when the stand ard setting ofthe KVM extender is applied Activate this function to display the last received image at the user module until the connection has been re established ADVICE The last image can be displayed in a coloured frame to highlight the interrupted connection How to select an option of the Freeze function 1 2 3 Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system Use the arrow keys to select the row Freeze Image Three different display options are provided in case the connection is inter rupted Press the Space key repeatedly to select one of
17. the monitor s default to reduce the frequencies of the digital signals Normally this does not affect the DVIVision system and the digitally connected displays Due to the non standardised timing analog monitors might not be able to display the image size and the image position properly 46 G amp D DVIVision Status displays Status displays The LEDs on the front panel of both the computer module and the user module enable you to control the operational status ofthe DVIVision system at any time Computer module DVIVision CPU LED K M Red Sys Trans Video Status on off blinking flickering flashing on off on off on slow blinking blinking fast blinking eyclic blinking on blinking on blinking Meaning The CPU en or USB is active and ready for operation A local keyboard was found No voltage at PS 2 interface or USB bus The CPU input PS 2 or USB is active and ready for operation A local keyboard was not found Keyboard and mouse inputs are being transmitted to the computer The rhythm of the flickering is determined by the inputs of the user Voltage is provided at the USB input of the computer module but the computer is not yet ready for operation The main power supply provides the necessary voltage The switch for the power supply is turned off or the connection of the device with the mains supply is not established Check the connectio
18. A asia 13 Overview of the functions and default settings uccssseeeeseesseenennnnnneeeeeeeeennn 13 Changing the configuration ee Operating the setup mode en Operating the setup menu ne Configuration settings ueeeeneeenenneenennneneeeennn Activating the hotkey delay Using single or double hotkeys Changing the single hotkey Changing the double hotkey cccccccccccccccesescecceeeceeeesesseeeeeeeeeeseennseeeeeees Changing the scancode set of a PS 2 keyboard 21 Support for special keyboards Support for multimedia or special Sun keys Changing the timeout of the automatic input lock eneenennnen 25 Authorising permanent console access ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeetsteeeeeeeeeeeeenaea 26 Changing the video mode of user consoles ccecceeeeeeteeeeeeeteeeeeenteeeeeaes 27 Choosing the EDID Moders eean aeaa 28 Showing the last image after disconnection Freeze eee 29 Optimising the video image unnneecsencnneseennneneeeeseneennnnneeeeeeeeensnnnnnene 30 Activating or resetting a PS 2 mouse ueeeeeessensesnnneeesssseennnnnneneneneeennenennnn 32 Displaying the system s status information c ccccccceceeeeseteeeeeeeeeeeeneeaeee 33 Resetting the default settings 2 testen Aalen 34 G amp D DVIVision ii Contents Enhanced configuration settings
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20. DVIVision Configuration Changing the video mode of user consoles NOTE This function can only be de activated in the setup menu In the standard configuration of the DVIVision system the computer s video signal is put out at the monitor of the active console and at the monitor of the concurrent console By applying the Changing the video mode of user consoles function the video signal at the concurrent user s monitor is disabled if the user enters data After finishing your inputs the monitor at the concurrent console is reactivated after the automatic input lock has elapsed or the permanent input lock has been deacti vated How to select the video mode of a user console 1 Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select the Console Access row and press the Enter key w Use the arrow keys to select the Videomode CPU row to change this setting for the local console Use the arrow keys to select the Videomode CON row to change this setting for the remote console 4 Press the Space key repeatedly to select your video mode Always On gt always display the video signal of the concurrent user Switch Off switch off video signal for inputs of the other user 5 Press the Q key to leave the Console Access menu lon Press the key to save your settings Related topics Changing the timeout of the automatic input lock on
21. MC2 ARU CON 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 6 0 3A 34W 100VAC 34W 240VAC MC4 CPU 100 120V 210 240V 60 50Hz 0 9 0 4A 44W 10 VAC 44W 240VAC MC4 CON 100 120V 210 240V 60 50Hz 0 7 0 3A 36W 10 VAC 36W 240VAC MC4 U CPU 100 120V 210 240V 60 50Hz 0 9 0 4A 45W 10 VAC 44W 240VAC MC4 U CON 100 120V 210 240V 60 50Hz 0 9 0 4A 43W 10 VAC 42W 240VAC MC4 AR CPU 100 120V 210 240V 60 50Hz 0 9 0 4A 45W 10 VAC 44W 240VAC MC4 AR CON 100 120V 210 240V 60 50Hz 0 7 0 3A 38W 10 VAC 37W 240VAC MC4 ARU CPU 1100 120V 210 240V 60 50Hz 0 9 0 4A 46W 100VAC 45W 240VAC MC4 ARU CON 100 120V 210 240V 60 50Hz 0 9 0 4A 45W 108VAC 43W 240VAC 58 G amp D DVIVision Technical data Redundant power supply Device variant Current consumption Power consumption max CPU 12VDC 1 2A 11W 12VDC CON 12VDC 1 2A 10W 12VDC U CPU 12VDC 1 2A 12W 12VDC U CON 12VDC 2 0A 21W 12VDC AR CPU 12VDC 1 2A 11W 12VDC AR CON 12VDC 1 2A 11W 12VDC ARU CPU 12VDC 1 2A 12W 12VDC ARU CON 12VDC 2 0A 22W 12VDC MC2 CPU 12VDC 1 7A 19W 12VDC MC2 CON 12VDC 1 5A 17W 12VDC MC2 U CPU 12VDC 1 7A 20W 12VDC MC2 U CON 12VDC 2 4A 28W 12VDC MC2 AR CPU 12VDC 1 7A 20W 12VDC MC2 AR CON 12VDC 1 5A 18W 12VDC MC2 ARU CPU 12VDC 1 8A 20W 12VDC MC2 ARU CON 12VDC 2 5A 28W 12VDC MC4 CPU 12VDC 3 2A 37W 12VDC MC4 CON 12VDC 2 6A 30W 12VDC MC4 U CPU 12VDC 3 3A 37W 12VDC MC4 U CON 12VDC 3 2A 36W 12VDC MC4 AR CPU 12VDC 3 2A 37W 12VDC MC4
22. OK lt LocalVideoInput gt lt StatusLocal gt OK lt StatusLocal gt lt StatusRemote gt FAIL lt StatusRemote gt lt USBStatus Mode TRANS gt OK lt USBStatus gt lt STATUS gt 40 G amp D DVIVision Monitoring The following table lists the different fields as well as the possible states Field Description Status FreezingActive active Freeze function YES NO LocalVideoInput valid video signal at computer module OK FAIL CPU StatusLocal status of computer module CPU OK FAIL StatusRemote status of user module CON OK FAIL USBStatus Mode TRANS status of transparent USB bus OK FAIL NOTE Only KVM extenders with USB 1 1 support monitor the status of the trans parent USB bus For devices with USB 2 0 support the line USBStatus Mode Trans always displays FAIL Querying the diagnosis functions GETDIAG The GETDIAG command can be used to query different diagnosis information of the KVM extender Command lt GETDIAG ReqiD 123 gt Exemplary answer of the KVM extender lt DIAG Ver 1 ReqID 123 gt lt Resolution gt 1600x1200 lt Resolution gt lt TemperatureLocal gt 35 lt TemperatureLocal gt lt TemperatureRemote gt 37 lt TemperatureRemote gt lt STATUS gt The following table lists the different fields as well as the possible states Field Description Value Resolution resolution of the incoming video signal in pix width x height els Temp
23. TANT Some functions of the DVIVision system can only be carried out in either the setup mode or the setup menu The following pages provide notes referring to this Overview of the functions and default settings The following table provides an overview of functions that can be configured in the DVIVision system Detailed description of the functions is given in the following pages Function Standard setting Page Activating the hotkey delay enabled 17 Using single or double hotkeys single hotkeys 18 Changing the single hotkey Ctrl 19 Changing the double hotkey Ctrl Shift 20 Changing the scancode set of a PS 2 keyboard scan code set 2 21 Support for special keyboards disabled 22 Support for multimedia or special Sun keys PC Multimedia 23 Changing the timeout of the automatic input lock 1 second 25 Authorising permanent console access disabled 26 Changing the video mode of user consoles enabled 27 Choosing the EDID mode Auto forward 28 Showing the last image after disconnection Freeze disabled 29 Optimising the video image 30 Activating or resetting a PS 2 mouse 32 Displaying the system s status information 33 Resetting the default settings 34 NOTE In addition to the configuration settings further settings are available see page 35 ff that enable the user to adjust special system features to the characteris tics of the operating environment G amp D DViVision 13 Configuration Changing the co
24. The desktop environment of the user includes a monitor a keyboard and a mouse A category 5e or better twisted pair cable connects the user module to the com puter module The remote console is connected to this module Preparation NOTE When choosing a place for the device please ensure to comply with the ambient temperature limit see Technical data on page 53 ff close to the device The ambient temperature limit must not be influenced by other devices When installing the devices make sure to only place a maximum of three devices directly on top of each other Therefore a good circulation of air is enabled and a mutual thermal interference can be avoided After having installed three devices provide for a distance at least 2 cm IMPORTANT Please refrain from using devices with louvres in dusty environ ments Dust in the housing can damage the electronics and may cause failures IMPORTANT Mind the additional information on page 44 when installing a com puter module or a user module of the DVIVision MC4 variant 1 Ensure that the computer to be connected to the DVIVision system is switched off If the computer is provided with keyboard and mouse unplug the cables of the input devices from the interfaces 2 Place the computer module DVIVision CPU close to the computer Please mind the maximum cable length of five metres between the computer module and the computer to be connected 3 Place th
25. annel variants Transmission x DVI VGA Out x Figure 7 Additional interfaces of the multi channel variants at the user module NOTE For each additional video channel the multi channel variants of the user module are provided with the interfaces Transmission and DVI VGA Out The interfaces of each channel are located next to each other The names of the interfaces show the number of the channel Transmission x Connect the category 5e or better twisted pair cable which is avail able as accessories to this interface Connect the other end of the cable to the respec tive interface of the computer module DVI VGA Out x Connect the monitor of the console to this interface Ifthe monitor only provides an analog VGA input connect an optional adapter to this interface Afterwards connect the monitor s VGA cable to the adapter 10 G amp D DVIVision Start up Start up After the DVIVision system has been properly installed it can be immediately put into operation Mind the following activation sequence when starting the system 1 Use the switch above the Power socket to turn on the user module DVIVision CON 2 Use the switch above the Power socket to turn on the computer module DVIVision CPU 3 Turn on the computer that is connected to the computer module NOTE The recommended activation sequence ensures that the DVIVision system is able to read out the features of the connected monito
26. at the sides and 5 and if necessary the bottom side the bottom side are cooled by air ofthe devices are cooled by air Heated air must be able to stream BI Heated air must be able to stream away from the sides and the top away from the left side and if nec side lt essary the top side The incoming streaming air must be cooler than the permissible ambient E m temperature see Technical data on page 53 28 Note the effects of heat sources e g other devices in the immediate 3 vicinity ofthe KVM extender 2 S Do not place the devices into closed constricted spaces Avoid to cover the ventilation openings 44 G amp D DVIVision Further information Temperature warnings The temperature in the user module as well as in the computer module of the DVIVision MC4 variant is permanently moitored IMPORTANT To protect the device from overheating the video signal of the chan nels 2 to 4 is switched off as soon as the temperature reaches the critical value Before the temperature reaches the critical value the user is warned through several alarm signals Alarmlevel Action 270 C Blinking Sys LED at device 271 C All four monitors of the user module display the image with a blinking frame 272 C All four monitors of the user module display the image with a fast blinking frame 273 C Video channels 2 to 4 are switched off the monitors 2 to 4 display no image Demeter of video channel
27. d Control Panel Figure 9 Interface Control Panel at the user module DVIVision CON Control Panel Connect the panel cable to this interface at the user module Operating the expansion DVI Power The functions of the panel buttons correspond to the functions of both the ATX Power and the Reset button at the computer casing NOTE Depending on the BIOS setting of the computer in some cases the panel s ATX Power button has to be pressed for five seconds to turn off the computer If necessary check and change the respective setting within the BIOS of the com puter to deactivate the delay G amp D DViVision 51 The DVI Power expansion Allocating the connection cable for the panel The connection cable that is provided in the scope of delivery has to be fixed to the panel The following figure illustrates how the pins are assigned to the panel s functions 11 SW1_ATXPWR Pin 1 12 SW2_RESET Pin 3 OV Pin 4 I Figure 10 Pin assignment to the functions of the panel To switch one of the ATX Power or Reset signals the signal has to be conductively connected to the shared minus contact pin 4 11 SW1_ATXPWR Pin 1 12 SW2_RESET Pin 3 OV Pin 4 Figure 11 Basic circuit with buttons for ATX Power and Reset 52 G amp D DVIVision Technical data Technical data General features of the DVIVision series DVIVISION SERIES
28. e user module DVIVision CON close to the remote console Please also mind the maximum cable length of five metres between the user module and the devices ofthe user console 4 Take the supplied cables of the DVIVision system and place them ready for install ing the devices The scope of delivery of both the computer module and the user module provides an IEC cable and a set of signal cables which are listed on the following page 4 G amp D DVIVision Installation PS 2 M M 2 2x USB AM BM 2 DVI D SL M M 2 3 Q 5 un EIN gt Q 7 AB lt gt NY m The scope of delivery of the DVIVision AR and ARU variants also provides two audio cables and one RS232 cable for both the computer module and the user module Audio M M 2 2x RS232 M F 2 Device Dvivision EB gt 088 length NOTE The last number 2 of the cable designation corresponds to the cable If you ordered the cable sets with cables of five metres length the cable desi gnation ends with the number 5 G amp D DVIVision 5 Installation Installing the computer module DV Vision CPU The computer whose signals are transmitted to the remote console is connected to the computer module A local console can optionally be connected to the computer module Connecting the computer RS232 Mouse CPU ofres o HEHE J
29. enu Per manent to the DVIVision system is activated Show Version Info Shows version numbers of the different components of the DvVIVision system Show Line Info Shows features and data of the transmission cables Use the R and L keys to switch between the features of the remote remote and the local Jocal module The local module is always the module the data cable is con nected to The numerical keys can be used to switch between the different channels of multi channel devices Show Temperature Info Shows temperature inside of the module Use the R and L keys to switch between the features of the remote and the local module The local module is always the module the data cable is connected to Show Video Info Shows features of the video signal The numerical keys can be used to switch between the different channels of multi channel devices Show Monitor Info Shows monitor features Use the R and L keys to switch between the features of the remote remote and the local local monitor The local monitor is always the module to which the service cable is connected to How to display the status information in the terminal emulator 1 Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select one of the rows mentioned above 3 Press Enter to display the information in the terminal emulation program The displayed information can be updated by pressing the U ke
30. eratureLocal temperature of computer module rounded number CPU in C TemperatureRemote temperature of user module CON rounded number in C G amp D DVIVision 41 Monitoring Querying firmware and monitor information GETINVENTORY The GETINVENTORY command can be sued to query the firmware revisions of the KVM extender as well as information about the connected monitor Command lt GETINVENTORY ReqID 123 gt Exemplary answer ofthe KVM extender lt INVENTORY Ver 1 ReqID 123 gt lt FirmwareLocal gt 1 2 3 lt FirmwareLocal gt lt FirmwareRemote gt 1 2 3 lt FirmwareRemote gt lt MonitorManufacturer gt Samsung lt MonitorManufacturer gt lt MonitorModel gt Syncmaster lt MonitorModel gt lt MonitorSerial gt H9XP4711123 lt MonitorSerial gt lt INVENTORY gt The following table lists the different fields as well as the possible states Field Description Value FirmwareLocal firmware version of the revision number computer module CPU FirmwareRemote firmware version of the revision number user module CON MonitorManufacturer manufacturer of the monitor read out data of DDC MonitorModel model description of the monitor read out data of DDC MonitorSerial serial number of the monitor read out data of DDC Rebooting the KVM extender DOREBOOT Use the DOREBOOT command to reboot the computer module as well as the user module Command lt DOREBOOT ReqID 123 gt Rep
31. ght colour gra diations Latencies The additional processing of the video signal cuase a short latency in the HDIP mode This latency may be noticed during fast mouse movements Deac tivate the HDIP mode to avoid such latencies Use the setup menu to optimise the video image for each video channel Optionally you can use the setup keys to switch between the following profiles that apply to all video channels PROFILE FEATURES SETTINGS Best video quality best video quality HDIP on Default maximum colour depth Colour depth 24 bit short latency no tearing Accelerated desktop high video quality HDIP off maximum colour depth Colour depth 24 bit short latency tearing possible Accelerated video images highest image refresh rate HDIP on reduced colour depth Colour depth 24 bit short latency no tearing Best performance highest image refresh rate HDIP off reduced colour depth Colour depth 24 bit shortest latency tearing possible 30 G amp D DVIVision Configuration How to change the settings to optimise the video quality v ke 2 3 n U N e Press Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace to activate the setup mode If the hotkey delay is active press the key combination for seven seconds Press one of the following setup keys to activate the desired profile for all video channels of the KVM switch F1 gt acti
32. he default values of the enhanced configuration settings 1 u A WwW N Use the terminal emulation program to establish a connection to the DVIVision system Use the arrow keys to select the row Special extended options and press Enter Use the arrow keys to select the row Set Defaults for Spec Options Press Enter to reset the default settings Press Enter to confirm the appearing security request or cancel the function by pressing 0 38 G amp D DVIVision Monitoring Monitoring Various parametres e g status and diagnosis information of the KVM extender can be queried via a serial data connection These parametres are queried with a special protocol This chapter explains the var ious commands as well as the replies of the KVM extender NOTE Communication with the KVM extender is carried out over the Service socket of the computer module CPU Use the provided service cable and the following connection settings to transmit data via this interface Bits per second 38 400 Data bits 8 Stop bits 1 Request ID All commands towards a KVM extender are to be sent using a Request ID This is any unmodified string the KVM extender reproduces in its answer Listing the commands Querying new events GETLOG While the KVM extender is in operation the last 32 events are logged If the buffer for new events is occupied older ones are overwritten with new events New events of
33. iguration Operating the setup menu The setup menu provides a convenient alternative to view and edit the configuration of the DVIVision system The system can be operated through the setup menu which both easy operation and adjustment of several settings within a session The setup menu can be operated via any terminal emulator e g HyperTerminal or PuTTY Use the supplied service cable to connect the computer on which the termi nal emulator is installed with the Service port ofthe device How to establish a connection within the terminal emulator Start any terminal emulator e g HyperTerminal or PuTTY Establish a new connection in the terminal emulator and enter the following settings Bits per second 38400 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 Flow control None Use the provided data cable to connect the computer to the Service port at the front panel front panel of the computer module or the user module How to call up setup menu Start the terminal emulator Load the connection settings of the setup menu and establish the connection Press the Enter key in the terminal emulation program If the connection has been successfully established the setup menu is displayed within the terminal emulation program see figure on page 16 How to end the setup menu Press Ctrl X twice to end the setup menu G amp D DVIVision 15 Configuration Operating the setup menu The setup menu
34. lt Set PLL bandwidth Set Defaults for Spec Options Space Toggle Selecting the emulation mode for input devices NOTE This function can only be de activated in the setup menu The computer module either emulates PS 2 or USB input devices that are detected and used by the connected computer If a PS 2 interface mouse or keyboard of the computer module is connected to the computer the PS 2 emulation is activated independently from a possible connec tion to the USB interface If however only the USB interface is connected to the computer the USB emulation is applied For this purpose the computer is provided with a USB HID Human Interface Device If a special characteristic of your operating environment requires the USB HID emu lation to be permanently deactivated the emulation of the input devices can be switched to the PS 2 only mode IMPORTANT In this case establish a connection between the PS 2 interfaces of the computer module and the computer If U or ARU variants are applied the USB input devices can also be connected via transparent USB 1 1 interfaces G amp D DVIVision 35 Enhanced configuration settings How to select the emulation mode for input devices 1 Use the terminal emulation program to establish a connection to the DVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select the row Special extended options and press Enter U Use the arrow keys to select the
35. ly directly before the KVM extender is rebooted lt REBOOT ReqiID 123 gt Reply if the command failed lt FAIL ReqID 123 gt 42 G amp D DVIVision Further information Further information Recommendations for twisted pair cables The transmission of all signals of the DVIVision system is carried out through one twisted pair cable category 5e or better NOTE It is permitted to connect several segments of a cable connection with patch panels and connection ports It is however not permitted to connect active com ponentss such as network switches hubs or repeaters are not permitted The data transmission is reliable over a distance of at least 100 metres using a regu lar standard twisted pair cable category 5e or better The distance that can actually be bridged depends on the quality of the applied cable High quality S STP cables with an AWG22 wire gauge coding can bridge a distance of up to 140 metres Patch cables with an AWG26 wire gauge coding can only bridge a maximum of 80 metres In order to ensure a reliable operation even in environments with interferences installation cables with at least AWG24 coding have to be used for lengths over 80 metres Wire gauge Cable type Category Recommendation AWG22 Installation 5e 6 or 7 up to 140m AWG23 Installation 5e 6 or 7 up to 130m AWG24 Installation 5e 6 or 7 up to 120m AWG26 27 Patch cable 5e 6 or 7 up to 80m
36. mbH Dortmunder Str 4a 57234 Wilnsdorf Germany Phone 49 2739 8901 100 Fax 49 2739 8901 120 http www GDsys de sales GDsys de i G amp D DVIVision Contents Contents Safety instr ctions u ieihetleniladitst itiuhdeichallbadn eater hig 1 The DVIVision series 2244422444402s2sseensennnenennnneensnnnneneennne nennen 2 Package contents oi ci scsseh a sheticeiens shi ettealiadia nissan lien sdaash alien Ran 3 Installation 34s 4 2 4200 40 E E nn reis ansehen pl Preparation nalen nme wen teen need odeecieane Installing the computer module DVIVision CPU uesessnsseesnesseesneneenennnn Connecting the computer nnee Optional Connecting the local console Connections for data transmission and power supply Additional interfaces of the multi channel variants Installing the user module DVIVision CON cccccsssecceeesseceeesneeeteenneeeeeeteeeeeees Connecting the remote console cccccccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseneeeeeeeeeeesesstaaeeeeees Connections for data transmission and power supply Additional interfaces of the multi channel variants e Operation arena oe aa a nando A a Ea eia 12 Concurrent operation of the DVIVision system ueeeeeeennenesnneeesessssnennnnnneneseseennnnnn 12 Exclusive operation of the DVIVision system eeeeeeeeeeeesenneennneneeeeeseennnnnnnneenneeen 12 Configuration cnoca nn ar en a a
37. n CON Both the computer module and the user module are connected through a twisted pair cable category 5e or better The keyboard mouse and digital video signals of the connected computer are transmitted through this cable and enable you to oper ate the computer remotely The computer can either be operated at the remote console of the user module or at the local console of the computer module The DVIVision series provides further devices that enable the transmission of addi tional signals and the usage of several monitors Variant Video Keyboard amp Audio amp USB 1 1 channels Mouse RS232 DVIVision 1 v DVIVision AR 1 v v DVIVision ARU 1 v v v DVIVision MC2 2 v DVIVision MC2 AR 2 v v DVIVision MC2 ARU 2 v v v DVIVision MC4 4 v DVIVision MC4 AR 4 v v DVIVision MC4 ARU 4 v v v NOTE Optionally the DVI Power expansion is available for DVIVision AR and ARU variants This expansion enables you to control both the ATX Power button and the Reset button remotely For detailed information regarding the expansion DVI Power also see the chapter The DVI Power expansion on page 49 2 G amp D DVIVision Package contents Package contents Standard package contents of the DV Vision series The KVM extenders of the DVIVision series consist of a computer module DVIVision CPU and a user module DVIVision CON Additionally the devices package contents include the following accessories
38. n of the IEC cable The optional power pack is connected and provides the required voltage 12 Volt The optional power pack has not been properly connected System ready for operation Defective internal communication Restart the device Activated setup mode only MC4 multichannel variants The temperature in the device exceeds the valid values see page 45 or the fan is not working The firmware that has been transmitted to the device by the update wizard is being tranmitted to all components of the system This process might take several minutes The communication with the user module has been successfully established The communication with the user module could not be established Stable image signal at video input The video signal coming in from the computer could not be detected or its quality is insufficient to be processed by the system G amp D DVIVision 47 Status displays User module DVIVision CON LED K M Main Red Sys Trans Video Status on blinking on off on off on slow blinking blinking fast blinking eyclic flashing on blinking on blinking Bedeutung Keyboard PS 2 or USB was found No keyboard PS 2 or USB was found The main power supply provides the necessary voltage The switch for the power supply is turned off or the connection of the device with the mains supply is not established Check the connection of the IEC
39. nfiguration The configuration can either be changed in the setup mode or in the setup menu The descriptions of the configurable functions on the following pages include instructions on how to configure both the setup mode and the setup menu Operating the setup mode The setup mode can be enabled using the console keyboard After enabling the con figuration of the DVIVision system can be changed by using various step keys NOTE Only one setup function can be performed after the calling of the setup mode If you want to perform more functions please restart the setup mode How to enable the setup mode Press the Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace key combination to enable the setup mode IMPORTANT The key combination for enabling the setup mode needs to be pressed for seven seconds After the first call of the setup mode the hotkey delay can be disabled by pressing the setup key 8 see page 17 The successful activation of the setup mode is displayed by the blinking NUM 2 and Scroll control LEDs on the keyboard Additionally the yellow User LED will blink at both the computer module and the user module Now you can perform a setup function How to perform a setup function After enabling the setup mode press one of the setup keys described on the fol lowing pages How to end the setup mode without performing a function Press ESC to end the setup mode 14 G amp D DVIVision Conf
40. nly be de activated in the setup menu If a user makes inputs through keyboard or mouse the DVIVision system automati cally locks the input devices of the concurrent console The lock is lifted if no input is being made at the active console within the adjusted timing of the input lock default 1 second After the lock has been lifted both users can operate the computer again The timing of the input lock can be adjusted from 1 to 90 seconds How to set the timeout of the automatic input lock 1 Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system Use the arrow keys to select the Console Access row and press the Enter key Use the arrow keys to select the Timeout row Rw N Use the numerical keys of the keyboard to enter the desired value and press the Enter key M Press the Q key to leave the Console Access menu 6 Press the S key to save the settings Related topic Exclusive operation of the DVIVision system on page 12 G amp D DVIVision 25 Configuration Authorising permanent console access NOTE This function can only be de activated in the setup menu If the user makes no inputs at the active console during the adjusted timeout of the automatic input lock default 1 second the default settings of the DVIVision system also permit to operate the system from the other console If the Authorising permanent console access function is activated in the se
41. nnel number Transmission x Connect the category 5e or better twisted pair cable which is avail able as accessories to this interface Connect the other end of the cable to the respec tive interface of the user module DVI VGA Out x Connect the monitor of the local console to this interface Ifthe monitor only provides an analog VGA input connect an optional adapter to this interface Afterwards connect the monitor s VGA cable to the adapter DVI CPU x Connect the digital video output of the computer to this interface For this purpose use the DVI D SL M M 2 cable 8 G amp D DVIVision Installation Installing the user module DV IVision CON Connecting the remote console RS232 Mouse Speaker Micro In oo Ce USB 1 1 o DVI VGA Out Keyb Mouse Keyb Devices Figure 5 Interfaces to connect the user console to the user module DVI VGA Out Connect the console monitor to this interface Ifthe monitor only provides an analog VGA input connect an optional adapter to this interface Afterwards connect the monitor s VGA cable to the adapter NOTE Both mouse and keyboard ofthe remote console can either be connected as a PS 2 device or as a USB device USB Keyb Connect the USB keyboard to this interface USB Mouse Connect the USB mouse to this interface Keyb Connect the PS 2 keyboard to this interface Mouse Connect the PS 2 mouse to this interface Additional USB i
42. nterfaces of DV Vision ARU and U variants USB 1 1 Devices Any USB device can be connected to these interfaces Two USB interfaces are located on the back panel of the device another two can be found on the front panel The data rate of the interfaces is 12 MBit s USB 1 1 The USB devices are provided to the computer module DVIVision CPU which is connected to the computer Additional interfaces of DVIVision AR and ARU variants Speaker Connect the speakers of the console to this interface Micro In If desired connect the console microphone to this interface RS232 Connect the serial device to this interface The serial end device ist provided to the computer which is connected to the com puter module DVIVision CPU G amp D DViVision 9 Installation Connections for data transmission and power supply Power Heu Power Ei Transmission 12VDC Figure 6 Interfaces for data transmission and power supply Transmission Connect the category 5e or better twisted pair cable which is availa ble as accessories to this interface Connect the other end of the cable to the respec tive interface of the computer module Power Insert the supplied PowerCable 2 Standard TEC cable Red Power The Power Set 12 Type 2 power pack can optionally be connected using this plug This enables a second redundant power supply ofthe user module Additional interfaces of the multi ch
43. o DVI CPU Keyb CPU USB CPU Figure 1 Interfaces to connect the computer to the computer module DVI CPU Connect the digital video output of the computer to this interface For this purpose use the DVI D M M 2 cable NOTE The mouse and keyboard signals of both consoles can either be transmitted to the computer through the USB interface USB CPU or the PS 2 interfaces Mouse CPU and Keyb CPU USB CPU Connect the USB interface of the computer to this interface For this pur pose use the USB AM BM 2 cable Keyb CPU Connect the PS 2 keyboard interface of the computer to this interface For this purpose use the PS 2 M M 2 cable purple plugs Mouse GPU Connect the PS 2 mouse interface ofthe computer to this interface For this purpose use the PS 2 M M 2 cable green plugs Additional interfaces of DVIVision AR and ARU variants Line Out Connect the Line In interface of the computer to this interface For this purpose use the Audio M M 2 cable Line In Connect the Line Out interface of the computer to this interface For this purpose use the Audio M M 2 cable RS232 Connect the nine pin serial interface of the computer to this interface For this purpose use the RS232 M F 2 cable 6 G amp D DVIVision Installation Optional Connecting the local console Mouse DVI VGA Out Keyb Figure 2 Interfaces to connect the local console to the computer module DVI VGA Out Connect
44. page 25 Authorising permanent console access on page 26 G amp D DVIVision 27 Configuration Choosing the EDID mode The KVM extender reads out EDID features Extended Display Identification Data of the monitor connected to the user module These data are forwarded to the computer Among these features are information about the preferred resolution and the sup ported monitor frequencies Use the setup menu ofthe KVM extender to choose between the following EDID modes Auto forward Standard The EDID data of the monitor connected to the user module are read out when starting the KVM extender and are auto forwarded to the computer The integrated cache function ensures that the computer connected to the computer module can access the features ofthe remote monitor during the start up Even ifthe computer module or the user module are not connected or turned off either the fea tures of the last connected monitor or the default settings are still provided in the DvVIVision system Keep stored EDID The EDID data ofthe monitor shown in the Current EDID column is stored and always used in this mode When connecting another monitor the EDID data is not read in Instead the exi sting data is still used How to choose the EDID mode 1 Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select the EDID mode row and press Enter For each video channel ofthe KVM extender
45. plies for all video channels 36 G amp D DVIVision Enhanced configuration settings How to change the noise filter level 1 Press the key combination Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace to activate the setup mode If the hotkey delay is active press the key combi nation for seven seconds Setup mode 2 Press one ofthe setup keys listed below to activate a noise filter level Y deactivated noise filter level default X low noise filter level C gt high noise filter level 1 Use the terminal emulation program to establish a connection to the DvVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select the row Special extended options and press Enter 3 Use the arrow keys to select the row Video Input Noise Filter 4 Press Space repeatedly to activate a noise filter level Off gt deactivated noise filter level default Low gt low noise filter level High gt high noise filter level 5 Press Q to leave the Special Extended Options menu 6 Press S to save your settings Support of DVI non compliant image sources NOTE This function can only be de activated in the setup menu A resolution higher than 1600 x 1200 pixels causes stripes within the image if for example the screensaver of a Mac mini is displayed This affects the way the image is displayed on both the monitor of the computer module as well as the monitor of the user module NOTE This factor is caused by
46. pported devices high power devices bis 500 mA RS232 variants AR and ARU Transmission type transparent Transmission rate max 115 200 bit s Supported signals RxD TxD RTS CTS DTR DSR DCD Update Mode local service socket Interface 2 5 mm jack plug Main power supply Type internal power pack Connection TEC plug IEC 320 C14 Voltage AC100 240V 60 50Hz Redundant power Type external power pack supply Connection miniDIN 4 Power socket Voltage 12VDC 54 G amp D DVIVision Technical data Specific features of single channel devices DVIVISION CPU Interfaces for Monitor 1 x DVI I socket local console Interfaces to Video 1 x DVI D socket conputer Interfaces for to user module 1 x RJ45 socket transmission Casing Material anodised aluminium Dimensions W x H x D 210 x 44 x 210 mm Desktop 19 x 1 HU x 210 mm Rackmount Weight approx 1 3 kg Operating Temperature 5 to 45 C environment Air humidity 20 80 non condensing DVIVISION CON Interfaces for Monitor 1 x DVI I socket remote console Interface for to computer module 1 x RJ45 socket transmission Casing Material anodised aluminium Dimensions W x H x D 210 x 44 x 210 mm Desktop 19 x 1 HU x 210 mm Rackmount Weight approx 1 3 kg Operating Temperature 5 to 45 C environment Air humidity 20 80
47. r and to transmit them to the computer After the DVIVision system has been turned on the LEDs on the front panel of both the computer module and the user module signal the system s operating status For further advices on this topic also see the chapter Status displays on page 47 ff G amp D DVIVision 11 Operation Operation The computer which is connected to the computer module DVIVision CPU can be operated at the remote console of the user module as well as at the local console of the computer module After both consoles have been initiated they are enabled to operate the computer NOTE In the default setting the monitors of both the remote and the local console of the DVIVision system always display the same image at the same time indepen dently from the input lock The paragraph Changing the video mode of user consoles on page 27 explains how this setting can be changed Concurrent operation of the DV Vision system If a user carries out a keyboard or a mouse input the DVIVision system automati cally locks the input devices ofthe concurrent console The lock is lifted if no inputs are made at the active console during the adjusted timing of the automatic input lock default 1 second After the automatic input lock has been lifted both consoles are again able to operate the computer As an alternative to operate the computer concurrently through the consoles the exclusive operation
48. r scancode set 2 activates the scancode set 2 for PS 2 keyboard inputs 3 gt activates the scancode set 3 for PS 2 keyboard inputs Restart the DVIVision system After the restart the keyboard is initialised and the selected scan code set does apply Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system Use the arrow keys to select the Scancode Set CPU row to change this setting for the local console Use the arrow keys to select the Scancode Set CON row to change this setting for the remote console Press the Space key repeatedly to activate a certain scancode set 2 activates the scancode set 2 for PS 2 keyboard inputs 3 gt activates the scancode set 3 for PS 2 keyboard inputs Press the key to save the settings Restart the DVIVision system After the restart the keyboard is initialised and the selected scan code set does apply G amp D DViVision 21 Configuration Support for special keyboards In addition to standard PS 2 keyboards the DVIVision system also supports PixelPower Clarity blue and SKIDATA1 keyboards Select the keyboard type if you want to use such a keyboard at the console NOTE The PS 2 keyboard type can only be selected in the setup menu How to enable disable the support for special keyboards 1 Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select the PS 2 Keyboard T
49. s en nahe feed nahen Functionality va lese cat evdatia lea dunaseds a aa DNES TSE dates nahe Installation guidelines cueeeeeesenenesennneeeeeennennennn Installing the G amp D Power Card into the computer Connecting the signal lines to the slot card eeeeseesesssssssenenneeeeessennnnnnn Connecting the G amp D Power Card and the panel with DVIVision Operating the expansion DVI Power ccccccccceessceceeeeeeseeseeeeeeeeeeesenettaeeeeees Allocating the connection cable for the panel eecececccccceeeeeeeestteeeeeeeeeeees Technicaldatar u el detiiiitesettetelestiilisbntkntaeikntlebnlikes General features of the DVIVision series Specific features of single channel devices Specific features of multi channel devices Current and power CONSUMPTION cc cceccccecceesteteeeeeeeeeeeeenteeeeeeeeeesetttteeeeeeeeees iii G amp D DVIVision Safety instructions Safety instructions Please read the following safety instructions carefully before you start operating the G amp D product The instructions well help in avoiding damages to the product and in preventing possible injuries Keep this manual handy for all persons who will be using this product Follow all warnings or operating instructions which are on the device or stated in this user manual A Beware of electric shocks To avoid the risk of electric shock do not open the de
50. s not detect the input device To enable or reset the PS 2 mouse the DVIVision system can be used to send a spe cial command to the computer Since the commands differ depending on the mouse type and the installed operating system four different setup keys are provided How to activate or reset aPS 2 mouse 1 Press Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace to activate the setup mode If the hotkey delay is active press the key combination for seven seconds Setup mode 2 Press one of the following setup keys to activate or reset the PS 2 mouse activates the PS 2 mouse ofa Linux computer activates the PS 2 wheel mouse of a Linux computer activates the PS 2 wheel mouse with additional keys of a Linux computer resets the PS 2 mouse interface of a Windows computer gt gt gt gt M E R 32 G amp D DVIVision Configuration Displaying the system s status information NOTE The status information can only be viewed in the setup menu Detailed status information of the DVIVision system can be viewed in the setup menu Therefore the setup menu provides entries that are described in the following Show System Info Lists different information number of video channels connection type of the input devices etc about the DVIVision system NOTE The row Console Access shows which console CPU or CON currently oper ates the DVIVision system and if the permanent access display in setup m
51. the following display options at the console monitor Off show no image standard On show last image Inverted show last image and coloured frame Optional Use arrow or arrow to edit the EDID mode of another video channel Press S to save your settings G amp D DViVision 29 Configuration Optimising the video image The video signal is usually transmitted between the computer module and the user module in a compressed way Thanks to this compression the image on the console monitors are normally displayed without losses and judders The video data to be transmitted and the preset video settings can cause the follo wing effects Tearing The monitor image consists of two subsequent frames that are partly dis played The lower part of the image shows a part of the old frame the upper part shows a part of the new frame At the point where both frames touch the image appears to be torn NOTE The HDIP mode High Dynamic Image Processing prevents the tearing effect and provides the best image quality even for moving images Studdering The number of transmittable pixels is limited by the transmission band width If you have selected a high resolution and the image contents change fast some image may be skipped The video image may seem jerky By reducing the colour depth to 18 bits you can maximise the number of pixels to be transmitted Depending on the image contents this may cause sli
52. the monitor of the local console to this interface Ifthe monitor only provides an analog VGA input connect an optional adapter to this interface Afterwards connect the monitor s VGA cable to the adapter Keyb Connect the keyboard of the local console to this interface Mouse Connect the mouse of the local console to this interface Connections for data transmission and power supply J Transmission Figure 3 Interfaces for data transmission and power supply Transmission Connect the category 5e or better twisted pair cable which is availa ble as accessories to this interface Connect the other end of the cable to the respec tive interface of the user module Power Insert the supplied PowerCable 2 Standard IEC cable Red Power The Power Set 12 Type 2 power pack can be optionally connected using this plug Through this a second redundant power supply of the computer module is achieved G amp D DVIVision 7 Installation Additional interfaces of the multi channel variants Transmission x DVI VGA Out x DVI CPU x Figure 4 Additional interfaces of the multi channel variant at the computer module NOTE For each additional video channel the multi channel variants of the com puter module are provided with the interfaces Transmission DVI VGA Out and DVI CPU The interfaces of each channel are located next to each other The names of the interfaces show the cha
53. tion of the double hotkeys see page 18 Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system Use the arrow keys to select the Hotkey row BP U N gt a Press the Space key repeatedly to activate the desired double hotkey Ctrl Shift activates the Ctrl Shift double hotkey Alt Shift activates the Alt Shift double hotkey Alt Gr Ctrl activates the Alt Gr Ctrl double hotkey Win Ctrl gt activates the Win Ctrl double hotkey Shift Win activates the Shift Win double hotkey 5 Press the S key to save your settings Related topic Using single or double hotkeys on page 18 20 G amp D DVIVision Configuration Changing the scancode set of a PS 2 keyboard Ifa key is pressed on the PS 2 keyboard the keyboard processor sends a data packet that is called scan code The two common scan code sets sets 2 and 3 contain dif ferent scan codes The DVIVision system interprets all inputs of the PS 2 keyboard with scan code set 2 If the pipe cannot be entered or if the arrow keys of the keyboard do not work as expected it is recommended to switch to scan code set 3 How to change the setting of the scancode set v 3 fe 2 3 n Press Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace to activate the setup mode If the hotkey delay is active press the key combination for seven seconds Press one of the setup keys listed below to activate a particula
54. tkey 1 Use the terminal emulatr to establish the connection to the DVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select the Hotkey row 3 Press the Space key repeatedly to activate a certain hotkey Ctrl gt activates Ctrl hotkey Alt gt activates Alt hotkey Alt Gr activates Alt Gr hotkey Win activates Win hotkey Shift activates Shift hotkey 4 Press the key to save your settings Related topic Using single or double hotkeys on page 18 G amp D DVIVision 19 Configuration Changing the double hotkey Ifthe use of double hotkeys is enabled see page 18 press the double hotkey and the Backspace key simultaneously to start the setup mode DVIVision system If an application program or another G amp D device uses the same hotkey within the cascade the hotkey can be changed How to change the current double hotkey 1 Requirement enabling of the double hotkeys see page 18 2 Press Double Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Shift Backspace to activate the setup mode If the hotkey delay is active press the key combination for seven seconds Setup mode 3 Press one of the setup keys listed below to activate the desired double hotkey Ctrl gt activates the Cirl Shift double hotkey Alt gt activates the Alt Shift double hotkey Alt Gr activates the Alt Gr Ctrl double hotkey Win gt activates the Win Ctrl double hotkey Shift gt activates the Shift Win double hotkey Requirement activa
55. to establish the connection to the DVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select the Double Hotkey row w Press the Space key repeatedly to activate the use of single or double hotkeys No gt enables use of single hotkeys Yes gt enables use of double hotkeys 4 Press the key to save the settings Depending on your settings the active hotkey is converted into a double hotkey or vice versa Single hotkey Double hotkey Ctrl Ctrl Shift Alt Alt Shift Alt Gr Alt Gr Ctrl Win Win Ctrl Shift Shift Win Related topics Changing the single hotkey on page 19 Changing the double hotkey on page 20 18 G amp D DVIVision Configuration Changing the single hotkey Press the hotkey and the Backspace key simultaneously to start the setup mode of the DvVIVision system If an application program or another G amp D device uses the same hotkey within the cascade the hotkey can be changed NOTE The single hotkey Ctrl is preset at default How to change the current hotkey lt 4 1 Press Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace to activate the setup mode If the hotkey delay is active press the key combination for seven a seconds VA 2 Press one of the setup keys listed below to activate a certain hotkey Ctrl gt activates Ctrl hotkey Alt gt activates Alt hotkey Alt Gr activates Alt Gr hotkey Win gt activates Win hotkey Shift activates Shift ho
56. tor 4 x DVI I socket remote console Interface for to computer module 4 x RJ45 socket transmission Casing Materials anodised aluminium top sides galvanized steel plate bottom Dimensions W x H x D 435 x 44 x 285 mm Weight approx 3 4 kg Operating Temperature 5 to 35 C environment Air humidity 20 80 non condensing G amp D DVIVision 57 Technical data Current and power consumption Main power supply Device variant Current consumption Power consumption max CPU 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 4 0 2A 14W 100VAC 15W 240VAC CON 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 4 0 2A 13W 100VAC 14W 240VAC U CPU 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 4 0 2A 15W 100VAC 15W 240VAC U CON 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 5 0 3A 26W 100VAC 26W 24eVAC AR CPU 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 4 0 2A 14W 108VAC 15W 240VAC AR CON 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 4 0 2A 14W 100VAC 15W 240VAC ARU CPU 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 4 0 2A 15W 108VAC 16W 240VAC ARU CON 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 5 0 3A 27W 100VAC 27W 240VAC MC2 CPU 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 5 0 2A 23W 100VAC 23W 24eVAC MC2 CON 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 4 0 2A 20W 100VAC 21W 240VAC MC2 U CPU 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 5 0 2A 24W 100VAC 24W 240VAC MC2 U CON 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 6 0 3A 33W 100VAC 33W 240VAC MC2 AR CPU 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 5 0 2A 23W 100VAC 24W 240VAC MC2 AR CON 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 4 0 2A 21W 100VAC 22W 240VAC MC2 ARU CPU 100 240V 60 50Hz 0 5 0 2A 24W 100VAC 24W 240VAC
57. tup menu the users of the DVIVision system are enabled to permanently activate the input lock by pressing Hotkey PrtScr default Ctrl PrtSer After this key combination has been pressed the input devices of the concurrent console are deactivated By pressing the key combination again at the active con sole both consoles are again able to operate the DVIVision system after the automatic input lock has elapsed If the permanent input lock is activated at one console the Scroll LEDs are blinking on the keyboards of both users How to de activate the Authorising permanent console access function 1 Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system 2 Use the arrow keys to select the Console Access row and press the Enter key 3 Use the arrow keys to select the Permanent Access CPU row to change this set ting for the local console Use the arrow keys to select the Permanent Access CON row to change this set ting for the remote console 4 Press the Space key repeatedly to de activate this function Yes gt activation of the permanent input lock possible No gt activation of the permanent input lock not possible 5 Press the Q key to leave the Console Access menu 6 After you selected the desired setting press the S key to save your settings Related topics Changing the timeout of the automatic input lock on page 25 Changing the video mode of user consoles on page 27 26 G amp D
58. two pin extension cable 0 4 metres Functionality The remote control of both the ATX Power and the Reset function is carried out through a panel with two buttons The panel is installed at the remote console NOTE The panel to operate DVI Power is not included in the scope of delivery of DVI Power and has to be built by an expert The panel is connected to the system through a four pole modular socket on the back panel of the user module DVIVision CON The connection cable that is pro vided in the scope of delivery has to be fixed to the panel see Allocating the connection cable for the panel on page 52 G amp D DViVision 49 The DVI Power expansion Installation guidelines Installing the G amp D Power Card into the computer At first install the G amp D Power Card into the computer 1 Take the manual ofthe computer and ofthe motherboard that is installed within the computer 2 Open the casing ofthe computer to gain access to the expansion slots 3 Assemble the G amp D Power Card ofthe DVI Power expansion to a free expansion slot ofthe computer NOTE The G amp D Power Card requires no slot at the motherboard ofthe computer The installation only serves as assembly position for the ATX module at the back panel ofthe computer Connecting the signal lines to the slot card In the following the signal lines ATX Power and Reset of the motherboard are connected to the pin bar of the
59. vate profile for Best video quality F2 activate profile for Accelerated desktop F3 activate profile for Accelerated video images F4 activate profile for Best performance Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system Use the arrow keys to select the row Video Optimisation and press Enter Optional Use the arrow lt or arrow keys to select the column of the video channel whose settings you want to edit Use the arrow or arrow keys to select the row HDIP and press the Space key repeatedly to choose between the following options on gt actiate High Dynamic Image Processing off gt deactivate High Dynamic Image Processing Use the arrow or arrow keys to select the row Colour depth and press the Space key repeatedly to choose between the following options 24b gt transmit images with a colour depth of 24 bit 18b gt transmit images with a reduced colour depth of 18 bit Optional Use the arrow lt or arrow gt keys to select the column of another video channel whose settings you want to edit Press the key to save your settings G amp D DVIVision 31 Configuration Activating or resetting a PS 2 mouse NOTE A PS 2 mouse can only be activated or reset in the setup mode Compared to USB mouses PS 2 mouses do not support hot plug technology You can therefore insert the PS 2 plug during operation but it may be possible that the computer doe
60. vice or remove the covers If service is required please contact our technicians Disconnect the main power plug or the power supply before installation Before installation ensure that the device has been disconnected from the power source Disconnect the main power plug or the power supply of the device Ensure constant access to the power plugs During the installation of the devices ensure that the power plugs remain accessible Do not cover the ventilation openings Ventilation openings prevent the device from overheating Do not cover them Ensure proper installation position For reasons of electric safety the device has to be installed upright and horizontally Avoid tripping hazards Avoid tripping hazards while laying cables Only use a grounded voltage source Operate this device by using a grounded voltage source Use only the provided G amp D power pack Operate this device with the provided G amp D power pack or with the power pack listed in the manual Operate the device only in designated areas The devices are designed for indoor use Avoid exposure to extreme cold heat or humidity G amp D DViVision 1 The DVIVision series The DVIVision series The KVM extenders of the DVIVision series consist of a computer module and a user module The computer to be operated as well as an optional console are connected to the computer module DVIVision CPU The remote console is connected to the user module DVIVisio
61. weak or disturbed DVI signals of the connected computer The DVI signals of the connected computer that are transmitted to the DVIVision sys tem are not DVI compliant To improve the image signal of computers that provide a DVI signal which is not DVI compliant a special button is implemented in the setup menu This button is used to modify the PLL bandwidth G amp D DVIVision 37 Enhanced configuration settings How to change the PLL bandwidth to support image sources that are not DVI compliant 1 A U N o ON A Use the terminal emulation program to establish a connection to the DvVIVision system Use the arrow keys to select the row Special extended options and press Enter Use the arrow keys to select the row Set PLL bandwidth and press Enter Optional If you apply a multichannel variant use the arrow keys to move the cursor to the channel whose bandwidth you want to change Press Space repeatedly to select one of the following bandwidths 4 MHz default 3 MHz 6 MHz 5 MHz Optional If necessary repeat steps 3 and 4 Press Q to leave the Set PLL bandwidth menu Press Q to leave the Special Extended Options menu Press to save your settings Resetting the default values of the enhanced configuration settings A special function provides the possibility to reset all configuration settings of the Special extended options menu to default values How to reset t
62. y 4 Press the Q key to return to the main menu G amp D DVIVision 33 Configuration Resetting the default settings This function resets the default settings of the DVIVision system By performing this function the default settings of the DVIVision system mentioned on page 13 are reactivated How to reset the default settings Press Hotkey Backspace default Ctrl Backspace to activate the setup mode If the hotkey delay is active press the key combination for seven seconds o 3 2 gt 2 2 Press the setup key listed below to reset the default settings D gt resets the default settings Use the terminal emulator to establish the connection to the DVIVision system Use the arrow keys to select the Set System Defaults row Press the Enter key to reset the default settings Press the Enter key to respond to the prompt for confirmation or cancel the process by pressing Q 34 G amp D DVIVision Enhanced configuration settings Enhanced configuration settings IMPORTANT The settings described in this paragraph must only be changed when requested by the support team The enhanced configuration settings in the setup menu enable you to adjust special features of the DVIVision system to the specialties of your operating environment Special extended options Check manual use with caution USB HID Emulation Auto default VidIn Noise Filter off defau
63. ype CPU row if you want to change this setting for the local console Use the arrow keys to select the PS 2 Keyboard Type CON row if you want to change this setting for the remote console 3 Press the Space key repeatedly to to de activate the support for a special keyboard PixelPower Blue gt activates the support of the PixelPower Blue keyboard SKIDATA1 activates the support of the SKIDATAI keyboard Standard deactivates the support of PixelPower keyboards 4 Press the S key to save your settings 22 G amp D DVIVision Configuration Support for multimedia or special Sun keys NOTE The support of multimedia or special Sun keys can only be changed in the setup menu Various manufacturers added special keys to the standard keyboards Some keyboards are provided with multimedia keys which enable the user to easily operate special multimedia functions of the computer For example the keyboard of the Apple Mac mini is provided with a key to open the DVD drive Compared to standard keyboards Sun desktops and servers are provided with sepa rate keys Solaris Shortcut Keys to operate special system functions These keys can be used at the console after enabling the keyboard mode for Sun desktops and serv ers Ifthe console only has a standard keyboard available several key combinations are provided to emulate Solaris Shortcut Keys see page 24 Several USB Keymodes are provided for using the special

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