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1. microphone and speaker connectors to the appropriate sockets at the rear 1 Insert the connector from z of the computer system On most systems the appropriate ports should be the twisted pair cable link labelled and colour coded in a similar way to the cable connectors into the socket marked 38 TO REMOTE Se ea Monitor video mm Blue Pr Keyboard 52525 Purple EEE twisted pair LOCAL Zz Mouse a 7 Mid green cable connector x e T lt amp Speaker amp or SPK Light green Optional power connection F i The LOCAL module usually derives its power from the keyboard connection of Z Microphone o gt or MIC Pink or maroon the host system If the keyboard connection will not be used then you will need to use an external power supply of the same type used for the REMOTE module These are available from your Adder supplier Connections at the REMOTE module Keyboard video and mouse connections The connections to the keyboard video monitor and mouse are all made to the sockets at one end of the REMOTE module 1 Attach the lead from the monitor to the blue D type socket labelled GI on the REMOTE module 2 Connect the keyboard lead to the purple mini DIN socket labelled on the REMOTE module Connection 3 Insert the keyboard c lead into the green bat Connection mini DIN socket be cael labelled Q on the REMOTE module REMOTE Connection from mouse Twisted pair power and serial connect2. AdderLink X2 Series ADDER Remote Extenders AN RRN QS CONTENTS Contents Welcome INEPOCUCU ON PPA S E E S E E E tenes 2 Supplied ICES sorre 3 Installation and operation sur Sa aa iscrttiicceadauapnadciararimshuiantaninblaumaetoanadaitantaladanianmnraitamans 4 Stage A Configuration switch settings cccsssseeeeeeeees 4 LOCAL module sWitches n sen ann 4 REMOTE module switches u 5 Stage B Mounting a module desk or rack neennnnnnnee 6 Installation AdVice au ae 6 Stag C COMMECUIONS wascasasentasaiatsccniseccsteoctberestascccataeccignniiacaate 7 Connections at the LOCAL module 22244440Hnn nennen 7 Connections at the REMOTE module cccccceeseseees 8 operato 1 eee Ree Renee ty ee a trien eerie Mrnene tre eer 10 Power and activity indicators cscccccsssccessssssccrsescecees 10 General MISS saiccindnninnrsetnrautanduudtdntsisiinmmmiamiaabariuntaiadiniammattnnds 10 Locking and unlocking the system uus 40000000000R Han 10 Special configuration COnfGUraA MN PRO cd nce ENDE es acetate acer 11 What ar NOUS een 11 Entering using and exiting configuration mode 11 Password setting ee ent deet einen 12 Password Overtide enun een 12 Hot plugging and mouse restoration uneeerseennnnnnnnnnennnn 13 Which restore setting do use uuusnsssuunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 13 Microsoft and Logitech specific mouse settings 1
3. X2 Series extender modules provide a feature to reinstate mouse communications once the necessary connections have been made There are two main types of data formats used by current PC mice these are the older PS 2 format and the more recent IntelliMouse format introduced by Microsoft These use slightly different data arrangements and it is important to know which type was being used before you hot plugged the X2 Series extender modules The previous setting depends both on the type of mouse and the type of driver as various combinations of PS 2 and Intellimouse are possible Using the incorrect restore function may produce unpredictable results and require the system to be rebooted Which restore setting do I use The general rule is that unless both the mouse and the driver are both Intellimouse compatible then you need to restore the mouse as PS 2 Recognising an Intellimouse style mouse The Intellimouse format was introduced to support among other features the scroll wheel function If your mouse has a scroll wheel then it is likely to support the Intellimouse format If you have a Microsoft mouse then it will usually state that it is an Intellimouse on its underside label Recognising an Intellimouse driver Before hot plugging your X2 Series extender modules or afterwards using only keyboard control access the Windows Control Panel and select either the Mouse option on Windows NT 2000 and XP or the System o
4. This effect is particularly seq9paqo Aarlink apparent when using higher screen resolutions az and some types of category 5e cables ISSSAOS 3 video signal DOoSOSSese SSSSSE 12345678 5 AdderLink green 4 video signal In this situation the X2 Silver and X2 Gold 4 extenders provide internal skew adjustment 2 that can help to rectify the situation The skew adjustment works by delaying or advancing the timing of any of the red green or blue colour signals so that they are all delivered to the monitor at precisely the same time For best results a test pattern is provided and this should be displayed when using skew adjustment 2 AdderLink blue 1 video signal To use skew adjustment 1 Insert the supplied Adder Installation CD ROM into the CD player of the computer 2 Within Windows use the My Computer option usually available as a desktop icon or within the Start menu to view the contents of the CD ROM Double click the Skew entry to display the standard test pattern If necessary maximise the application window so that the image fills the screen The screen will show a series of fine red green and blue crosses which should all be in line vertically and horizontally Skew affects the horizontal placement of the colours and using this pattern it is much easier to discover which if any colours are being adversely affected by the twisted pair cable run 3 Simultaneously press the hotkeys by default em and snit
5. adjustment There are 255 sharpness levels one coarse step jumps 10 levels To autoset sharpness Press F 2 al to make the module calculate and apply an automatic compensation level you can use this as a starting point for your fine tuning Note If the monitor goes blank and switches off due to oversetting the sharpness adjustment press the J key to restore Brightness J gt for adjustment There are 255 brightness levels 3 When no shadows are visible and the displayed images have crisp edges press el to exit configuration mode and permanently save all settings The new compensation setting will be stored even when power is removed or if a complete reset is initiated The setting should not require further changes unless the cabling arrangement is altered ADDER WELCOME CONTENTS INSTALLATION amp OPERATION gt lt Oo u gt on CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION 14 Skew adjustment X2 Silver and X2 Gold only The twisted pair cabling supported by the Gold Extender set category 5 or higher consists of four pairs of cables Three of these pairs are used by the modules to convey red green and blue video signals to the remote video monitor Due to the slight difference in twist rate between these three pairs the red green and blue video signals may not arrive at precisely the same time This is visible as separate colour shadows on high contrast screen images
6. along with g to enter configuration mode The three keyboard indicators Num Lock Caps Lock and Scroll Lock will now begin to flash in sequence Convergence test pattern showing the RGB crosses In this case the green signal can be seen out of line with the other two colours gt lt gt eon NS 4 As appropriate press either the R G or B keyboard keys to select the appropriate colour channel Corresponding keyboard indicators will flash rapidly to show which channel is currently selected for adjustment Num Lock for Red Caps Lock for Green and Scroll Lock for Blue 5 Press the J and J keys to retard or advance the timing of the selected colour channel respectively On screen you will see a change in the position of the selected colour crosses in relation to the other two Restore default skew settings Exit image controls and save settings Advance colour timing SS Q Retard colour timing 6 When the selected colour crosses are correctly positioned press di to exit that colour channel The keyboard indicators will return to flashing in sequence 7 If required repeat steps 4 to 6 to select and adjust any colour channel until the vertical lines of the red green and blue crosses are all aligned 8 When all colours are correctly aligned press dl to exit configuration mode and permanently save all settings Note Once you have made a skew adjustment it may be necessary
7. extension cord do not exceed the cord s ampere rating Also make sure that the total ampere rating of all the devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the wall outlet s ampere rating e Do not attempt to service the X2 modules yourself e The X2 modules and power supplies can get warm in operation do not situate them in an enclosed space without any ventilation e The X2 modules do not provide ground isolation and should not be used for any applications that require ground isolation or galvanic isolation Warran Adder Technology Ltd warrants that this product shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two years from the date of original purchase If the product should fail to operate correctly in normal use during the warranty period Adder will replace or repair it free of charge No liability can be accepted for damage due to misuse or circumstances outside Adder s control Also Adder will not be responsible for any loss damage or injury arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product Adder s total liability under the terms of this warranty shall in all circumstances be limited to the replacement value of this product If any difficulty is experienced in the installation or use of this product that you are unable to resolve please contact your supplier ADDER INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS SPECIAL CONFIGURATION A 2 SE 25 Be Z 20 Radio Frequ
8. in unison are to be designated as hotkeys Hotkeys signal to the REMOTE module that the next key to be pressed is a special configuration command for the module and is not to be passed to the computer system 2 OFF 3 OFF Hotkeys CTRL and SHIFT 2 OFF 3 ON Hotkeys ALT and SHIFT 2 ON 3 OFF Hotkeys CTRL and ALT 2 ON 3 ON Hotkeys disabled REMOTE Switch 4 This switch is reserved for future use ADDER CONTENTS WELCOME Z z lt lt H 2 Z amp OPERATION SPECIAL CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION Stage B Mounting a module desk or rack The X2 Series extender modules can be situated on a desk or floor or alternatively for larger installations mounted within optional rack mount chassis units Desk mount Apply the supplied self adhesive rubber feet to the underside of the module s Rack mount Note The module switches are not accessible once it is inserted into the rack therefore check all settings before insertion 1 Place the rack securing plate available as a separate kit onto the front of the module and secure it with the two countersunk screws 2 Orient the module on its side so that its labelled face is the correct way up and the securing plate is facing away from the rack 3 Slide the module into the required rack position The rectangular cut out in the front upper lip of the rack allows the two screws on the module s upper edge
9. should be white and the character should be black e A BLACK shadow on the right of the character indicates UNDER compensation 7 High trast Black or brigh e A WHITE shadow on the right of the character pisek character eae A A on white on the right indicates OVER compensation eos the need for sharpness adjustment If the image controls cannot provide a crisp image If after adjusting the image controls the screen image remains fuzzy or has coloured shadows you may need to use the Skew adjustment feature X2 Silver and X2 Gold only Please see the next section for details To use the image controls 1 Simultaneously press the hotkeys by default en and snit along with a to enter configuration mode The three keyboard indicators Num Lock Caps Lock and Scroll Lock will now begin to flash in 4 oe sequence The speed of the sequence indicates the Sr J level of the sharpness adjustment currently applied Ss 7 the slower the rate the lower the level of sharpness S being applied 2 While viewing the displayed high contrast screen image use the following keys to adjust the controls Sharpness increase Restore default coarse sharpness and brightness settings Sharpness decrease coarse Sharpness increase fine Exit image controls and save settings Brightness decrease Brightness fine decrease Sharpness t J for fine adjustment e for coarse
10. to re adjust the image controls to attain an optimum screen image A ADDER WELCOME CONTENTS INSTALLATION amp OPERATION gt lt Q u gt n CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION 15 Miscellaneous settings The following are configuration settings within the modules that are not covered in other sections of this guide These can be achieved once within configuration ADDER mode by pressing the indicated keys Report X2 Series extender firmware version F 1 d m Before initiating this command ensure that the system is running an application that can display typed keys as screen characters e g a word processor a or Windows Notepad The current firmware version will be written to the a application in the form of the letter V followed by three numbers for example A V201 means version 2 01 8 Reset all configuration options to default states F 8 d Returns all user configurable options to the settings that are installed at manufacture The password will be cleared however any current image control m settings or skew adjustments will not be reset gt 55 Be Ss zE BO Zg gt lt Oo je i on CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION 16 Flash upgrade As part of the continual development and improvement process across the range of Adder products software upgrades are occasionally made available The LOCAL and REMO
11. to slide through 4 The rack mount chassis has a series of holes in its floor that are spaced to accommodate the two screws on the module s lower edge Ensure that the screws correctly locate into the two holes of the chosen slot The rack securing plate on the module should now be flush with the front of the rack mount chassis 5 Use the third pan head screw in the top hole of the rack securing plate to fasten the module to the rack Installation Advice e For correct operation the local and remote units must have ground connections At the computer end ensure that the computer or KVM switch that the LOCAL module is connected to has a ground connection At the keyboard monitor mouse end ensure that the REMOTE module s power supply is connected to a grounded power outlet Alternatively a ground connection will be made via the monitor if the monitor is itself grounded e Try to avoid laying the interconnect cable alongside power cables where possible ADDER CONTENTS WELCOME Z z lt lt H 2 Z amp OPERATION SPECIAL CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION Stage C Connections The naming of the LOCAL and REMOTE modules relate to their proximity to the Serial cable connection computer system Hence the LOCAL module connects directly to the system The X2 Series extender modules offer the option to attach an RS232 serial ADDER while the REMOTE i
12. to this rule is switch 1 of the LOCAL module which initiates slightly different functions depending on the power state when it is switched LOCAL module switches OFF Normal operation ON Transparent mode OFF Normal operation ON Reset LOCAL module OFF Normal operation ON Flash upgrade reset password modes OFF Microphone input mode ON Stereo line in mode Note When shipped all switches are set in the OFF positions and this will produce normal operation with normal microphone input at the REMOTE module LOCAL module switches continued LOCAL Switch 1 OFF Normal operation ON Before power is applied Places the LOCAL module into flash upgrade mode so that the internal software can be changed Please see the Flash upgrade section in the Special configuration section ON Whilst power is applied Places the REMOTE module into password override mode This allows any pre configured passwords to be altered particularly useful when they have been lost or forgotten Please see the Password override section in the Special configuration chapter LOCAL Switch 2 OFF Normal operation ON Set transparent mode Use this setting if the GOLD modules are to be used with KVM switches that are not manufactured by Adder Technology Cascaded KVM switches often use special signals to set or identify conditions In transparent mode the GOLD modules will pass the signals without attempting to interpre
13. 3 Image controls sharpness and brightness 14 Skew adjustment X2 Silver and X2 Gold only 15 Miscellaneg s Settings use 16 Hash Upa ade ana aireieeene 17 Stage A Download the upgrade files 17 Stage B Create a startup diskette 2 uummnmr nenn 17 Copy the downloaded files to the disk 17 Stage C Reconfigure the LOCAL connections and begin 18 Stage D Reconfigure the REMOTE connections and begin18 Stage E Return all connections to their usual states 18 Further information Troubleshooting ass 19 Getting QSSISUANGE sccctazistcastecsctcccgunstawentaseadansicinncasincniinussianateanice 19 Radio Frequency Energy 21 ADDER CONTENTS SPECIAL INSTALLATION en amp OPERATION WELCOME FURTHER INFORMATION Welcome Introduction Thank you for choosing one of the AdderLink X2 Series products These compact modules allow you to place the controlling keyboard video monitor mouse and a serial device up to 300 metres from a computer system The range topping X2 Gold modules also allow you to extend your audio accessories away from your computer There are three variants in the X2 Series and each consists of two modules a local module that attaches to your computer system and a remote module to which the peripherals are connected The long distance link between the two modules is made via C
14. TE modules both contain internal flash memory and Adder s unique keyboard link upgrade technique allow you to utilise software upgrades in a straightforward manner Note It is important to upgrade both the LOCAL and REMOTE modules together so that they are both running the same new version of software Note To upgrade the REMOTE module a special keyboard connection cable is required This cable must have 6pin mini DIN male to 6pin mini DIN male plugs with all lines connected this is a common cable used with KVM switches To perform a flash memory upgrade you need to perform the following stages e Stage A Download upgrade files from the Adder website e Stage B Create a startup diskette and copy the files to it e Stage C Reconfigure the LOCAL module connections and begin e Stage D Reconfigure the REMOTE module connections and begin e Stage E Return all connections to their usual states Stage A Download the upgrade files To download the files 1 Access the Adder Technology Ltd website www adder com enter the Support section Choose the upgrade option that best suits your requirements and download it to your system 2 Decompress the downloaded file Depending on the chosen option there will be a collection of suitable files As a minimum there should be the following files e AUTOEXEC BAT directs the computer to run the upgrade programs e XKVMV2 EXE this is the upgrade program that automatically determines whic
15. age controls sharpness and brightness section in the Special Configuration chapter e f the overall video image is fuzzy and or has coloured shadows you may need to make skew adjustments X2 Silver and X2 Gold only This procedure allows you to finely tune the red green and blue video signal timings to overcome most colour separation problems Please refer to the Skew adjustment section in the Special Configuration chapter No video image is received at the REMOTE module e Check that the power activity indicators are lit on the LOCAL and REMOTE modules if they are not then there is a power problem The LOCAL module gains its power either from the computer s keyboard socket or by using an optional power supply When keys are pressed or the mouse is moved check that the indicators flicker if they do not respond then there could be a twisted pair link problem or a problem with one of the modules e Check that the Category 5 or higher cable is wired correctly as per the diagram in the Skew adjustment section in the Special Configuration chapter e If possible try using an alternative twisted pair connection between the modules e If the sharpness control is set too high the monitor may not be able to display a picture Try reinstating the factory default sharpness settings Please refer to the Image controls sharpness and brightness section in the Special Configuration chapte
16. andard cabinet Securing plates and screws are supplied separately for each X2 Series module for use with the rack mount chassis Power distribution module part code X PDM4 Provides power for up to four X2 Series modules to reduce mains power socket requirements Rack mount securing plates e for X2 Gold modules part code X RMK GOLD e for X2 Silver modules part code X RMK SILVER e for X2 modules part code X RMK e single slot blanking plate part code X RMK BLANK e quad slot blanking plate part code X RMK BLANK4 Safety information For use in dry oil free indoor environments only e Do not use to link between buildings Ensure that the twisted pair interconnect cable is installed in compliance with all applicable wiring regulations e Do not connect the CATx link interface RJ45 style connector to any other equipment particularly network or telecommunications equipment Warning the power adapter contains live parts e No user serviceable parts are contained within the power adapter do not dismantle e Plug the power adapter into a socket outlet close to the AdderLink unit that it is powering Replace the power adapter with a manufacturer approved type only e Do not use the power adapter if the power adapter case becomes damaged cracked or broken or if you suspect that it is not operating properly If you use a power extension cord with the extenders make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the
17. ategory 5 or higher twisted pair cabling Special circuitry within the remote module allows you to make adjustments to the sharpness and brightness settings to suit your own preferences Additionally the X2 Silver and X2 Gold models also feature Skew adjustment to counteract the effects of uneven lengths of twisted pair cables that are used to carry the video signals MOUSE KEYBOARD VIDEO AUDIO A special multi cable simplifies the connection of the keyboard video mouse and audio ports to the LOCAL Extender Up to 300 metres separation between the local and remote modules via a single Category 5 or higher cable This table indicates the functional differences between the three variants within the X2 Series X2 X2 Silver X2 Gold Keyboard extension 7 v J Video extension S v J Mouse extension FA J J RS232 serial extension 7 v J Digital audio extension A Brightness control J v J Sharpness control S v J Skew adjustment J The video monitor mouse keyboard serial device and audio accessories connect to the REMOTE Extender X2 Gold only ADDER CONTENTS WELCOME SPECIAL INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION amp OPERATION FURTHER INFORMATION Supplied items Optional power supply Switch bank to connection Connection from determine certain computer RS232 modes and serial port functions Pa module Connection L to REMOTE power and signal activity indicat
18. booting immediately from the hard drive keyboard cable 6pin mini DIN bra a a 2 Switch off the computer and disconnect the twisted pair cable from the male to 6pin mini DIN male plugs Pc LOCAL module with all lines connected not acu 3 On the multi cable leave the PC Leave only the keyboard connection supplied Attach one end of the mouse 2 keyboard connector attached Tale cable to the keyboard port of the z to the keyboard port of the RS232 SERIAL f computer Connect the other end video f 5 computer Disconnect the of the cable to the keyboard port AUDIO f 8 multi cable video and mouse of the REMOTE module This is connectors from the ports on the only connection required BE ee ee the computer R T 3 On the REMOTE module change Sate es a 4 So that you can check upgrade to the compiter so that switch 1 to the ON position progress connect a monitor RA RE 4 Attach the power supply unit to the POWER input of the REMOTE module S directly to the video port of the and connect the mains lead to a nearby wall socket 5 computer 5 Switch on the computer The upgrade process will start automatically and gt 5 On the LOCAL module change switch 1 to the ON position Ensure that the confirmation will be given on screen upgrade diskette is in the floppy disk drive of the computer 6 Switch off the computer and disconnect the REMOTE module Return 6 Switch on the computer The upgrade process will start automatically and REMOTE switch 1 to the OFF po
19. ency Energy A Category 5 or better twisted pair cable must be used to connect the X2 modules in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances All other interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a Suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances European EMC directive 89 336 EEC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in the European standard EN55022 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception However there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off the user is encouraged to correct the interference with one or more of the following measures a Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna b Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver c Connect the equipment to an outlet on a c
20. h module is connected and sends the appropriate firmware file e XKVM DAT this file contains information about firmware versions and is used by the XKVMV2 EXE to select the appropriate one e X2GDLxxx HEX X2SLLxxx HEX X2STLxxx HEX these are the firmware files for the X2 Gold X2 Silver and X2 LOCAL modules respectively e X2GDRxxx HEX X2SLRxxx HEX X2STRxxx HEX these are the firmware files for the X2 Gold X2 Silver and X2 REMOTE modules respectively Where xxx is the upgrade version number Now please follow Stage B Stage B Create a startup diskette For this stage you will need a 3 floppy diskette that is either blank or has existing contents that are no longer required The write protect tab must be moved to the unprotected position Depending on your operating system use one of the following to create a startup disk To create a startup disk in Windows XP 1 Insert a diskette into the floppy disk drive 2 Select Start and then My Computer 3 Right mouse click on the 3 Floppy A icon and select Format 4 Check the Create an MS DOS startup disk box and select Start To create a startup disk in Windows 95 98 Me 1 Insert a formatted diskette into the floppy disk drive 2 Select Start then Settings and then Control Panel 3 Double click on the Add Remove Programs icon 4 Select the Startup Disk tab 5 Click Create Disk and follow the
21. he input to this socket OFF microphone ON stereo line input 2 Connect the speaker plug to the socket labelled 4 Microphone or stereo line in connection connection Note When the X2 Gold REMOTE module is rack mounted the audio connections ADDER must be made after the module has been fixed in place Access is required to the rear and above the rack Remember to f remove the audio connections before attempting to slide out the REMOTE 2 module z zZ Q ea Q a gt Z z lt lt H 2 Z amp OPERATION SPECIAL CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION Operation Power and activity indicators On the front panel of both modules are small recessed indicators which provide confirmation of power and activity as follows e Constant red power applied no communication activity e Flickering red power applied mouse or keyboard activity occuring e Slow flashing red module is in flash upgrade mode Note Both modules contain internal automatic cut out fuses to protect against power surges To reset remove power or for the LOCAL module the keyboard connection from the module for one second and then reconnect Activity power indicators General use In use the X2 Series extender modules should be transparent the system and its peripherals should operate exactly as normal the only difference being
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23. instructions To create a startup disk in Windows 95 98 alternative method 1 Insert a diskette into the floppy disk drive 2 Right mouse click on the 3 Floppy A icon and select Format 3 Select the Full format option and ensure that the Copy system files box is checked 4 Select Start to format the disk To create a startup disk from MS DOS or a DOS window within Windows 95 98 1 Insert a diskette into the floppy disk drive and check that the drive is configured as drive A it usually is 2 At the DOS prompt C gt type FORMAT A S and follow the instructions given by DOS Copy the downloaded files to the disk Once the diskette has been formatted using Windows Explorer or the My Computer option copy the downloaded and decompressed files from your computer to the floppy diskette Now please follow Stage C ADDER WELCOME CONTENTS INSTALLATION amp OPERATION gt lt O u gt on CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION 17 Re C Reconfigure the LOCAL connections and begin On the computer from which you will run the upgrade ensure that its BIOS Stage D Reconfigure the REMOTE connections and begin 1 Disconnect all cables from the REMOTE module and take it to the computer u settings will allow it to boot from the floppy diskette drive rather than 2 Use a KVM switch type Use a KVM switch type keyboard ADDER
24. ions 1 Insert the connector from the twisted pair cable link into the socket marked TO LOCAL 2 Attach the output connector of the power supply to the socket at the front edge of the REMOTE module labelled POWER 3 Ifa serial connection is to be used attach the fond lead from your serial device supply device to the 9 way connechon male connector on the REMOTE module labelled AfL Twisted pair connection REMOTE Power supply connection 1 Insert the IEC connector of the supplied power lead into the corresponding socket of the power supply Connect the other end of the power lead to a nearby mains socket IEC power connector ADDER CONTENTS WELCOME Z z lt lt H 2 Z amp OPERATION SPECIAL CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION Audio connections X2 Gold only On the X2 Gold REMOTE module audio connections are available at the two 3 5 jack sockets mounted on the side same side as the switch bank Note The microphone input labelled e has a dual function whereby it can either support a mono channel microphone or alternatively receive stereo line input Switch 3 on the LOCAL module controls the setting of this port LOCAL switch 3 OFF microphone LOCAL switch 3 ON stereo line in 1 Connect the microphone or stereo line input plug to the REMOTE module socket labelled Note Ensure that the setting of switch 3 on the LOCAL module matches t
25. ircuit different from that to which the receiver is connected d Consult the supplier or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Compliance Statement United States This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio communication It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of part 15 of FCC rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Canadian Department of Communications RFI statement This equipment does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de la classe A prescrites dans le r glement sur le brou
26. ly useful when passwords have been lost or forgotten To override the REMOTE password 1 Remove power from the REMOTE module 2 With power to the system and LOCAL module still applied change LOCAL switch 1 to the ON position 3 Re apply power to the REMOTE module The REMOTE module will go directly into configuration mode so that the old password can be cleared and a new one set e To clear a password within configuration mode Press PJ followed by and followed by g again e You can now enter a new password using the procedure outlined in steps 2 to 5 of the Password setting section or press c to exit configuration mode 4 Return LOCAL switch 1 to its OFF position Note If switch 1 remains ON then the REMOTE module will enter configuration mode whenever it is repowered and will not operate normally ADDER WELCOME CONTENTS INSTALLATION amp OPERATION gt lt O je gt n CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION 12 Hot plugging and mouse restoration It is strongly recommended that you switch off the computer system before attempting to connect it via the X2 Series extender modules However if this is not possible then you need to hot plug the X2 Series extender modules while power is still applied to the system There is not normally a danger of damage to the system however when mouse communications are interrupted often they fail to reinitialise when reconnected
27. nfiguration mode 2 Enter the appropriate protocol code e Microsoft compatible press m 3 el e Logitech compatible press m 4 3 To exit configuration mode press el ADDER WELCOME CONTENTS INSTALLATION amp OPERATION gt lt Oo u gt on CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION 13 Image controls sharpness and brightness The X2 Series extender modules incorporate special controls to compensate for losses incurred within long cable links Using these controls you can adjust the picture sharpness and brightness to improve your remote picture quality The need for image control adjustment is best discovered when viewing high contrast images with vertical edges such as black lines on a white background When doing so if you notice that the screen image is fuzzy or dark then the image controls may be able to solve this condition Note If the high contrast images exhibit shadows with separate colours then there may be a skew problem which requires a different image adjustment see the Skew adjustment section for details To display a suitable high contrast image The best way to clearly view the effect of sharpness and brightness adjustments is to display a high contrast image with vertical edges on the screen e Open a word processor type the capital letter H or M and increase the point size to 72 or higher For best results the background
28. ng as described above press a to clear the incorrect attempt 2 If the correct password is entered the screen will be restored and normal operation can continue To enable the video Simultaneously press the currently configured hotkeys by default em and snit long with 1 This command will be required to restore the video if en and sn along with 4 is used when no password has been set To disable the video E o Simultaneously press the currently configured hotkeys by default en and shit along with oJ ADDER CONTENTS WELCOME Z z lt lt H 2 Z amp OPERATION SPECIAL CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION Special configuration ADDER Configuration Entering using and exiting configuration mode You can alter the way that the X2 Series modules operate to suit your To enter and use configuration mode 2 requirements This is done using the Configuration mode and you can affect the 1 Simultaneously press the currently configured Z following settings hotkeys by default en and shit along with 5 e Password setting allows you to lock the remote module to prevent The three keyboard indicators Num Lock Caps S unauthorised system access Lock and Scroll Lock will now begin to flash in e Mouse restoration and settings allows you to restore mouse operation and sequence to show that you are in configuration also to change the mouse ty
29. odule is ready to receive a new command 2 3 ON Hotkeys at and shit 2 Press d z 20N The three indicators will return to their normal states y 2 3 OFF Hotkeys en and at E 2 ON Re 3 ON Hotkeys disabled Z 11 Password setting Password protection allows you restrict access to the system only to authorised personnel A password first needs to be set and then using the keyboard attached to the REMOTE module a simple key sequence allows the system to be quickly and securely detached from its peripherals To set a password o f 1 Simultaneously press the hotkeys by default en and shit along with rl to enter configuration mode 2 Press P followed by g 3 Now enter your new password within the following constraints e Passwords are NOT case sensitive e Passwords may be any length from one character to a maximum of forty characters e The following keys may NOT be used en at shit or ce 4 When you have entered the password press d to signal its completion 5 Press dl once more to exit configuration mode For full details about how to lock and unlock the system using your password please see the Locking and unlocking the system section in the Installation and operation chapter Password override This mode allows you to override the password that has been set at the REMOTE module and place it into configuration mode so that a new one may be set This feature is particular
30. or LOCAL X2 module Multi cable connection from computer Switch bank to determine certain Power supply connection i Connection to RS232 serial device P modes and fuunctions ee Connection to LOCAL Connections for module microphone and speakers FE Bowe X2 Gold only and signal activity indicator REMOTE X2 module Connection to video monitor Connection to keyboard Connection to keyboard Serial for RS232 connection between computer and LOCAL module Multi cable for keyboard video mouse and X2 Gold only audio connections between computer and LOCAL module Self adhesive rubber feet Power supply and country specific mains cable ADDER CONTENTS WELCOME SPECIAL INSTALLATION CONFIGURATION amp OPERATION FURTHER INFORMATION Installation and operation Installation The installation of the X2 Series extender set is straightforward and can best be achieved in most cases by following these stages for each module e Stage A Check or set the configuration switch settings e Stage B Mount the module e Stage C Connect the cables Stage A Configuration switch settings The basic operation of the LOCAL and REMOTE modules are controlled by the banks of four switches located on the side of each module The switches are monitored at all times and may be changed when power is on or off the only exception
31. ould be set ON Getting assistance If you are still experiencing problems after checking the list of solutions in the Troubleshooting section then we provide a number of other solutions e Adder Technology website www adder com Check the Support section of our website for the latest solutions e Email support adder com e Fax in the UK 01954 780081 in the US 1 883 275 1117 e Phone inthe UK 01954 780044 inthe US 1 888 275 3337 ADDER INSTALLATION WELCOME CONTENTS SPECIAL CONFIGURATION A 2 SE 25 Be Z 19 Products in the X2 Series range The following related X2 Series items are also available X2 Gold Extender part code X2 Gold This pair of modules allow you to extend not only keyboard video and mouse signals up to 300 metres but also similarly support microphone stereo speaker and an RS232 serial channel X2 Silver Extender part code X2 Silver As per the X2 Gold with the exception of the audio extension facility X2 Extender part code X2 As per the X2 Silver with the exception of the skew adjustment feature Dual Video Transmitter part code XDVT Allows one system to be controlled from two locations or permits a second video channel to be sent to a remote location Used in conjunction with two X2 Silver or X2 Remote modules Rack mount chassis part code RMK CHASSIS This 19 chassis allows multiple X2 Series modules to be neatly arranged within a st
32. pe mode s e Image controls sharpness amp brightness allows you to manually adjust the 3 video image to ensure that it is crisp and bright 2 ie e first fae a required configuration i option for instance E e Skew adjustment X2 Silver and X2 Gold only allows you to manually p ae S compensate for possible video errors introduced by long uneven cable All three keyboard indicators will illuminate connections continuously e Miscellaneous functions report firmware version and restore settings 3 Press the number of the required configuration Zz f f GG oo option for instance 8 p What are hotkeys a sr 2 DEREN 43 Hotkeys are two normal keyboard keys that when pressed simultaneously with ee n oe en a ze lt a a third key signal to the X2 Series modules that you are sending a message ie SLO ANO EADS Loch IIGICHOI Ni 29 specifically to them and not to the computer The hotkeys are ordinarily er and A Pies J i conttmyoureption ae san while a third keypress determines what you want the modules to do If the standard er and sht hotkeys are also needed for computer tasks you nn a a o an 6 can change them for another combination using switches 2 and 3 on the a u es ak ere a 43 REMOTE module en 55 2 OFF To exit from configuration mode 5 3 3 OFF Hotkeys en and sht default setting 1 Within configuration mode the three keyboard indicators should be flashing Z 2 OFF in sequence to show that the m
33. ption on Windows 95 98 ME Look for the name of the driver which will usually include the words PS 2 or Intellimouse To restore mouse operation when hot plugging 1 Carefully connect the X2 Series extender modules to the system and its keyboard mouse monitor audio and serial device f 2 Simultaneously press the hotkeys by default em and sat along with c to enter configuration mode 3 Enter the appropriate restore function code e PS 2 press m 6 el e IntelliMouse press m 7 el 4 To exit configuration mode press el Move the mouse a short distance and check for appropriate on screen cursor movement If the mouse cursor darts erratically around the screen then cease moving the mouse This is an indication that the chosen restore function is incorrect Try again using the other restore function Note The restore functions predict the likely mouse resolution settings but may not restore the exact speed or sensitivity settings that were originally set uw Microsoft and Logitech specific mouse settings In certain installations some Logitech mouse drivers may lose the action of the mouse buttons when used with the standard Microsoft compatible signalling protocol used between the modules To solve this problem select the Logitech compatible mouse signalling protocol To change mouse signalling protocols u u 1 Simultaneously press the hotkeys by default en and snit along with c to enter co
34. r e Temporarily disconnect the video link to the LOCAL module connect a monitor directly to the computer video port and check for a correct video image output The keyboard indicators are flashing between the Caps Lock and the Num Lock Scroll Lock and the computer does not respond to any key board or mouse inputs e The modules are currently locked and require a valid password to be entered Please refer to the section Locking and unlocking the system for details Power is applied via the power supply but the REMOTE module opera tion has stopped e Each module has an internal automatic cut out fuse to protect against power surges To reset remove power from the module for one second and then reconnect The on screen mouse pointer does not respond to mouse movements e The mouse connection may have been interrupted Either reboot the system and re power the REMOTE module power supply or try using the mouse restoration command Please refer to the Hot plugging and mouse restoration section in the Special Configuration chapter Sound from the microphone cannot be heard or is very quiet e Check the setting of LOCAL switch 3 if a microphone is connected at the REMOTE module the switch should be set OFF Sound input from the stereo line input is distorted tinny sounding and only one channel is working e Check the setting of LOCAL switch 3 if a stereo line input is connected at the REMOTE module the switch sh
35. s at the other end of the twisted pair cable and attaches to device such as a touch screen input via the remote link The link supports the keyboard mouse etc software or hardware handshaking up to a maximum baud rate of 56Kb s To make the serial connection between the LOCAL module and your computer r Connections at the LOCAL module system use the supplied serial link cable z Multi cable connection 1 Attach male connector z Most of the connections between the computer system and the LOCAL module of the serial link cable 5 are made via the supplied multi cable This has a single connection to the to the 9 pin port on the 9 module is two metres in length and splits out to the keyboard video mouse LOCAL module and for the X2 Gold microphone and speaker ports of the system labelled ML J 1 Attach the 2 Connect the other end supplied multi of the serial link cable a cable to the 25 to the appropriate serial way socket at the port of the computer end of the LOCAL system Male connector gt module of the serial cable 2 At the other end of the multi cable attach the keyboard mouse and video plus optionally on X2 Gold the Twisted pair connection i The link between the LOCAL and REMOTE modules is made via twisted pair e er cable specified to Category 5 or higher Ensure that the total twisted pair cable length including patch boxes does not exceed 300 metres Z z lt lt H 2 Z amp OPERATION
36. sition 5 confirmation will be given on screen EE 7 Switch off the computer and disconnect the multi cable Leave the monitor NOW DIESSe TRIOW SIA e gt p a e the lappy Gisk atver Return LOCAL Stage E Return all connections to their usual states 29 Once the upgrade process has been completed perform the following to return Now please follow Stage D the system to its previous state 1 Ensure that switch 1 on both the LOCAL and REMOTE modules are set to their OFF positions 2 Refer to the Installation and operation chapter for detailed instructions on correctly connecting the LOCAL and REMOTE modules to the computer its peripherals the REMOTE power supply and the twisted pair cable 3 Remove the diskette from the system and reboot The upgrade process is now complete gt lt Oo u gt on CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION 18 Further information Troubleshooting If you experience problems when installing or using the X2 Series extender modules please check through this section for a possible solution If your problem is not listed here and you cannot resolve the issue then please refer to the Getting assistance section Video image at the REMOTE module is distorted or shadows appear to the right of displayed objects Adjustments are required to compensate for the length of the twisted pair cable being used If video problems persist e Please refer to the Im
37. t them LOCAL Switch 3 OFF Microphone input on REMOTE module Use this setting if a standard mono channel microphone is connected to the MIC input on the REMOTE unit ON Stereo line in input on REMOTE module Use this setting if a stereo input is applied to the MIC input on the REMOTE unit LOCAL Switch 4 OFF Normal operation ON Suspend operation and reset the LOCAL module Use this setting momentarily to produce the same effect as removing and restoring power if incorrect operation has occurred Return the switch to the OFF position to allow normal operation to continue ADDER CONTENTS WELCOME Z z lt lt H 2 Z amp OPERATION SPECIAL CONFIGURATION FURTHER INFORMATION REMOTE module switches Determines configuration of hotkeys in conjunction with switch 3 Reserved for future use OFF Normal operation ON Flash upgrade Determines configuration of hotkeys in conjunction with switch 2 Note When shipped all switches are set in the OFF positions and this will produce normal operation REMOTE module switches continued REMOTE Switch 1 OFF Normal operation ON Before power is applied Places the REMOTE module into flash upgrade mode so that the internal software can be changed Please see the Flash upgrade section in the Special configuration chapter REMOTE Switches 2 and 3 Switches 2 and 3 determine which two keyboard keys when pressed
38. that they are now up to 300 metres apart In some installations you may see some shadows to the right of high contrast screen characters This can be caused by an incorrectly selected sharpness setting and it may be necessary to make adjustments to correct this Please see Image controls sharpness and brightness in the Special configuration section Locking and unlocking the system In situations where the computer system and the LOCAL module can be locked away the X2 Series extender modules offer a viable security system to deter unauthorised use Once a password has been set a simple key sequence allows the system to be quickly and securely detached from its peripherals Only the correct password will reconnect the remote and local modules To lock the system 1 First set a password For further details please refer to the Password setting section in the Special configuration chapter 2 Simultaneously press the currently configured hotkeys by default en and srit along with LJ The screen will go blank and the three keyboard Ke indicators will begin alternately flashing between the SSX Num Lock and Scroll Lock and Caps Lock This CE I sequence indicates that a password is required To unlock the system i 1 Enter the correct password and press el Note Passwords are NOT case sensitive Note If an invalid password has been entered and the keyboard indicators are not flashi
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