StarTech.com RKCONS1908GB rack console
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1.2. 2 Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll to Brightness 3 Press the Menu button to enter 4 Use the Down and Up buttons to adjust the brightness of the display 5 Press the Menu button to save your selection Starlechcom Hard to find made easy Contrast 1 Press the Menu button 2 Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll to Contrast 3 Press the Menu button to enter 4 Use the Down and Up buttons to adjust the contrast of the display 5 Press the Menu button to save your selection Color 1 Press the Menu button 2 Use the Down and Up button to scroll 3 Highlight Color and press the Menu button to enter which will launch the following screen es 9300 K To set CIE coordinates at 9300 K color 7500 K To set CIE coordinates at 7500 K color Ptr osoren CS ee OOO 4 Use the Down and Up buttons to adjust the contrast of the display 5 Press the Menu button to save your selection Position 1 Press the Menu button 2 Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll 3 Highlight Position and press the Menu button to enter which will launch the following screen 10 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy S Tram roosts eumtneomemeee 4 Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll 5 Press the Menu button to save your selection Language 1 Press the Menu button 2 Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll 3 Highlight Language and press the Menu button to select which will launch the following scr
3. Auto Scan mode the OSD displays the name of the selected computer When Auto Scan detects any keyboard or mouse activity it suspends the scanning until activity stops it then resumes with the next computer in sequence To abort Auto Scan mode press the left lt CTRL gt twice or press any front button Scan Type and Scan Rate set the scan pattern Scan Type lt F4 gt More Scan Type determines if scanned computers must also be eye mark selected Scan Rate lt F4 gt More Scan Rate sets the display interval when a computer is selected before selecting the next one Manual Scan Scan through power on computers one by one by keyboard control Scan Type lt F4 gt More Scan Type determines if scanned computers must also be eye mark selected Press the lt f gt key to select the previous computer and the down arrow key to select the next computer Press any other key to abort Manual Scan mode Audio Stick An optional multimedia module can be linked to the back of each KVM Module for selecting microphone and stereo speaker signals There are two options for Audio Stick On and Off When set to On audio selection follows computer selection When set to Off audio selection stops following computer selection It is useful if you want to listen to a particular computer s audio signal while operating other computers The non volatile memory stores the Audio Stick setting Scan Type Ready PC In Scan mode scan through power on and
4. cables Use the cables to connect one of the PC ports on the back of the switch to the computer s keyboard mouse and video ports Note These instructions are for a single KVM switch only Following this plug the 12V DC power adapter into the power port on the KVM module and turn on the computers that will be controlled by the console Note After the initial power up you can hot plug additional computers or slave KVM switches without having to power down your KVM Cascade Configuration You can connect a second level of KVMs to one or more of your Master KVM console s PC ports The KVM switches connected to the Master console are known as Slaves Once connected the KVM switches will automatically configure themselves as either Masters or Slaves You can only connect an equal or smaller KVM to the Master KVM For example a 16 port Master KVM switch can have both 16 port and 8 port slaves An 8 port Master KVM switch can only have 8 port or fewer KVM slaves The 8 port KVM can support 64 PCs with 8 x 8 port Slave KVMs each connected to 8 PCs The 16 port KVM can support 136 computers with 8 16 port Slave KVMs each connected to 16 computers The Slave KVM s must be connected to the 1 8 ports not the A H ports To cascade your KVMs use a 3 in 1 PS 2 KVM cable to connect one of your Master switch s PC ports to the Slave switch s console ports When turning on your cascaded switches turn on the Master switch
5. eye mark selected computers Ready PC In Scan mode scan through power on computers The non volatile memory stores the Scan Type setting Scan Rate Sets the duration of a computer displayed in Auto Scan mode The options are 3 seconds 8 seconds 15 seconds and 30 seconds The non volatile memory stores the Scan Rate setting 15 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Keyboard Speed The Console offers keyboard typematic settings that override similar settings in the BIOS and in Windows Available speed options are Low Middle Fast and Faster as 10 15 20 and 30 characters sec respectively The non volatile memory stores the Keyboard Speed setting Hotkey Menu When you hit the left lt CTRL gt key twice within two seconds the Hotkey Menu appears displaying a list of hot key commands if the option is On The Hotkey Menu can be turned Off if you prefer not to see it when the left lt CTRL gt key is hit twice The non volatile memory stores the Hotkey Menu setting CH Display Auto Off After you select a computer the port number and name of the computer will appear on the screen for 3 seconds then disappear automatically Always On The port number and name of a selected computer and or OSD status are displayed on the screen all the time The non volatile memory stores the CH Display setting Position The position of the selected computer name and or OSD status displayed on screen during operation The actual display
6. position shifts due to different VGA resolution the higher the resolution the higher the display position The nonvolatile memory stores the Position setting UL as Upper Left UR as Upper Right LL as Lower Left LR as Lower Right MI as Middle Hot key commands A Hot key command is a short keyboard sequence used to select a computer to activate computer scan etc The Console constantly interprets keystrokes for hot keys A hot key sequence starts with two left lt CTRL gt keystrokes followed by one or two more keystrokes A built in alarm generates a high pitch beep for correct hot key command otherwise one low pitch beep for error and the bad key sequence will not be forwarded to the selected computer 16 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy The short form hot key menu can be turned on as an OSD function lt F4 gt more Hotkey Menu every time the left lt CTRL gt key is pressed twice L CTRL is the lt CTRL gt key located at the left side of the keyboard 1 8 A H are the number keys 1 8 at the upper row of the keyboard and character keys A H case insensitive Do not use the keypad at the right of the keyboard To select a computer by hot key command you must know its port number which is determined by the KVM Module connection For a computer connected to a Master its port is represented by the PC port label 1 8 or A H For a computer connected to a Slave two characters represent
7. rails into the cabinet 4 Install the remaining rail repeating Steps 1 3 5 Slide the Module onto the Console side rails connecting the Module and Console using the male Centronics connector provided by the Console and the female Centronics connector provided by the Module Ensure the connection is secure and that the module is firmly seated within the Console side rails 6 Gently but firmly insert the Console with Module attached into the left and right rails Starlechcom Hard to find made easy 7 Unlock the console and pull the left and right rail lock switches towards you simultaneously and hold them in this position while pushing the console into the cabinet Connecting the console module To connect the KVM Console Module to a computer perform the following steps Starlechcom Hard to find made easy 1 Remove the four screws from both sides of the KVM console Be sure to retain these screws for the next installation step oe 2 Attach the mounting brackets to both sides of the KVM console using the screws removed in step 1 3 From the rear of the cabinet slide the KVM console onto the mounting rails Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Connecting computers to the module Attach each of your managed computers to the KVM modules PC ports using ultra thin KVM cables The Module is capable of using either 2 in 1 USB or 3 in 1 PS 2
8. D Rack Console sends one to four beeps indicating scan interval of 3 8 15 and 30 seconds respectively To adjust keyboard typematic rate characters sec this setting over rides that of BIOS and any operating system Left Ctrl left Ctrl F4 The Console will generate 1 to 4 beeps corresponding to 10 15 20 and 30 characters sec respectively Change Configuration while Running A device a computer or a KVM switch at any PC x port can be changed at any time after initial power up If you change any one of the PC 1 to PC 8 ports connection from a computer to a Slave or vice versa or replace the devices of a port the OSD will update this change the next time it is activated Note Any new device must be turned off before it is connected to the Master 18 Hard to find made easy Specifications RACKCONS1708 GB EU RACKCONS1908 GB RACKCONS1716 GB RACKCONS1916 GB EU 8 x DE15 female input 1708 only 8 x DE15 female input 1908 only 16 x DE15 female input 1716 only 16 x DE15 female input 1916 only 1 x VGA female output 1 x VGA female output Gontectore Inactive i Inactive 1 x PS 2 Keyboard 6 pin 1 x PS 2 Keyboard 6 pin Mini Din Female Mini Din Female 1 x PS 2 Mouse 6 pin 1 x PS 2 Mouse 6 pin Mini Din Female Mini Din Female FaneliType Active Matrix TFT LCD Capabilities 1280 x 1024 XGA Pixel Pitch Supports 0 264mm x 0 264mm Supports 0 098mm x 0 294mm ae Right Left view 60 70 Typ Right Left vie
9. M ircceks is sedeesds denver apraide a a Ea ANOA EEEE E Hot key COMMANAS isisisi nesrin eiaei 16 Specification ssi scccccicccsccccevectecseeetcceesseseeeeesicieretenevieres 19 Technical SUPPOFt ceeeecceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseneeeeeneseeeens 21 Warranty Information cccsseeeeeeeeeseeesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeenenees 21 Screen Quality amp Pixel PoliCy ccc eeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeteeeteteeetaeeaes 21 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Introduction Packaging Contents e 1x 1ULCD Rack Console Drawer e 1x 1U Multi Platform KVM Module e 1x Mounting Brackets e 1x Mounting Rails Set e 1 x Power Adapter Installation Hardware Kit Contents Screw kit S Mounting Brackets Side Rails with front and rear brackets 2 Keys 2 Please note These LCD Rack Consoles are comprised of two distinct components a Rack mountable Console and a Rack mountable KVM Module as illustrated below The two devices are attached via a Centronics connector on the Rear panel of the Console and similarly the front panel of the Module Multi Port KVM Module Front Panel Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Rear Panel 16 port module shown Console Front View Open Hardware Installation Mounting the console 1 Loosen the rear screws pre installed in side rails and adjust the length of the rear bracket to fit the depth of your cabinet Starlechscom Hard to find made easy 2 Install the
10. RKCONSIZ09GB MAN SO TOS MAON LEGNING TAN KASO PETAN Instruction Manual Folding Rackmount Console with KVM Switch J 17 LCD Rackmount Console with 8 16 Port KVM 19 LCD Rackmount Console with 8 16 Port KVM Starlechcom Hard to find made easy FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Use of Trademarks Registered Trademarks and other Protected Names and Symbols This manual may make refere
11. before turning on any of the others Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Turning on the console Make sure all cables and the power cord are connected properly Using two hands grasp the rear of the drawer lift the tab and pull the panel up and forward This will disengage the momentary on off switch and the unit should power on The LED located to the left of the monitor panel should turn from orange to green verifying that the unit is operational Configuring display settings After connecting the drawer and turning on your computer you may need to configure one or more of the following display settings to allow the computer to display at the console s native resolution See Specifications on page 9 for the correct resolution mode for your model e Display mode also called desktop area or video resolution e Refresh rate also called vertical scan rate or vertical sync e Color depth also called color palette or number of colors Each video card has several controls that allow you to adjust the display settings however the software and driver for each video card is unique In most cases you can adjust these settings using a program or utility provided by the manufacturer of the video card Most video cards use the Windows Display Properties control panel to configure the display To open the Windows Display Properties click the right mouse button in a blank area of the Windows desktop and then select Properties The S
12. een English German French Italian Spanish 4 Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll and highlight the preferred language 5 Press the Menu button to save your selection Recall 1 Press the Menu button 2 Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll to Recall Press the Menu button to enter where you will be able to select Yes No using the Down and Up buttons Once you have done so press the Menu but ton Note selecting Yes will return your settings to the factory default state Select No if you do not wish to make this change 11 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Exit To exit the menu scroll to Exit and press the Menu button Power Indicator aren fon _ eo feue Module operation OSD Selection A computer may be selected by issuing hot key commands or by activating the OSD window The Auto Scan function automatically scrolls through your connected computers Toan a port_ KVM MENU 5 6 prey MME 5y Poi 8 address channel a V e Eye mark Dt Highlighted _ by arrow keys ES woo Fl Edit F4 Mo Toa 16 port Security F2 eSmitch Esc Quit slave enabled F3 Security port Prass Entar to the siave SALES 2F F2 Switch F3 Security Esc Quit 12 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy By hitting the left lt CTRL gt key twice within two seconds you may see the Hotkey Menu if it is enabled as an OSD option Or by hitting the left lt CTRL gt key three ti
13. ettings tab usually lets you change the Color Palette and the Desktop Area X by Y pixel resolution Some video cards integrate additional features into the Windows Display Properties control panel giving you an extra setup options that are flexible and easy to use For example the control panel may include an Advanced Properties button an Adjustment tab or a Refresh tab for changing other settings Other video cards have a separate utility for setting display properties T Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Whenever you change the resolution color or refresh rate the image size position or shape may change This behavior is normal You can readjust the image using the monitor on screen controls For more information on the monitor on screen controls refer to Panel controls and OSD functions For more information on configuring the display settings please refer to the manual that accompanied your video card Testing the console To test that the console is working properly perform the following steps 1 Power up the LCD Rack Drawer and then turn on your computer 2 Make sure the video image is centered within the screen area Use the OSD controls to adjust the image see Panel controls and OSD functions or press the Auto button on the right hand side of the monitor Note If the unit does not power up when the panel is pulled up try pushing the soft power on off button on the left side of the monitor panel to p
14. ight it press lt F3 gt then enter the password If you want to access the locked device temporarily simply highlight it and press lt ENTER gt The OSD will prompt for the password After entering the correct password you are allowed to use the device This device is automatically re locked once you switch to another one During Scan mode OSD skips the security enabled device Note Only one device a computer or a Slave can be locked by this function at a time Please note If you forget the password the only way to permanently disable the security function is to remove all possible power sources from the Console You will need to turn off all computers and unplug all power adapters then restart everything Function key lt F4 gt More functions are available by hitting lt F4 gt A new screen pops up displaying more functions as described below Most of them are marked with a triangle lt A gt indicating there are options to choose from Using the lt gt and lt gt arrow keys select the functions and press lt ENTER gt Available options will be shown in the middle of the screen Again using the lt gt and lt gt arrow keys to view options then press lt ENTER gt to select it You can press lt ESCAPE gt to exit at any time 14 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Auto Scan In this mode the Console automatically switches from one powered computer to the next sequentially in a fixed interval During
15. its port The first character is the port number of the Master unit 1 8 and the second one is the port number of the Slave 1 8 or A H Please note that only Master s PC 1 PC 8 ports can be connected to a Slave Left Ctrl left Ctrl 7 Selects a computer connected to port 7 of the Master Left Ctrl left Ctrl 6 C Selects a computer connected to port C of a Slave connected to port 6 of the Master To start Auto Scan automatically scan power on computers one by one at a fixed interval Left Ctrl left Ctrl F1 When Auto Scan detects any keyboard or mouse activity it suspends the scanning till activity stops it then resumes with the next computer in sequence The length of the Auto Scan interval Scan Rate is adjustable see below To abort the Auto Scan mode press the left Ctrl key twice Note Scan Type determines whether an eye marked computer is to be displayed during Auto Scan 17 Starlechcom Hard to find made easy Manual Scan enables you to manually switch back and forth between power on computers Left Ctrl left Ctrl F2 Press lt gt or lt gt to select the previous or the next computer in sequence Press any other key to abort the Manual Scan Note Scan Type determines whether an eye marked computer is to be displayed during Auto Scan To adjust Scan Rate which sets the duration before switching to the next computer in Auto Scan Left Ctrl left Ctrl F3 The LC
16. mes within two seconds you will see a KVM MENU screen below showing a list of the computers with corresponding channel addresses names and status The port number of the currently selected computer is displayed in red at the right corner of the OSD menu The color of a device name is green if it has power and is ready for operation or the color is white if it has no power The OSD menu updates the color when it is activated Use the lt gt and lt gt arrow keys to highlight a computer and the lt ENTER gt key to select it Or you may press lt ESCAPE gt to exit the OSD and remove the OSD menu from the display the status window returns to the display and indicates the currently selected computer or operating status A triangle mark to the right of a name indicates the port is cascaded to a Slave the number at the left of the triangle mark shows the number of ports the Slave has i e 8 for an 8 port switch The lt ENTER gt key brings you one level down and another screen pops up listing the names of the computers on that Slave The name of the Slave will be shown at the upper right corner of the OSD menu It is useful to group computers and still be able to see the group name An eye mark to the right of a name indicates the computer is selected to be monitored in Scan mode In OSD this mark can be switched on or off by function key lt F2 gt Press the lt ESCAPE gt key to exit OSD and to return to the selected compu
17. nce to trademarks registered trademarks and other protected names and or symbols of third party companies not related in any way to StarTech com Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech com or an endorsement of the product s to which this manual applies by the third party company in question Regardless of any direct acknowledgement elsewhere in the body of this document StarTech com hereby acknowledges that all trademarks registered trademarks service marks and other protected names and or symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the property of their respective holders Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Table of Contents IMTOO UCU OM isos ceeeoicectoie ds cases cane sedateces ccassedvestueeseieetdedeieicsxee 1 Packaging Contents INStallAtiON ccc eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeanneeeeeeeenees 1 Hardware Installati n sseccseccs tects sect easdeceel aad hee An 2 Connecting the console module ccceeeeceteeeteeeeeeeeteeeteeeees 4 Connecting computers to the MOAUIE e eeeeeeeeetetteeeteeeeeeee 6 Cascade Configuration sesioan er ialtie ecient 6 TUPAN OM the CONSE iecccssiissscssipeecssecscidarensccsavsessccmeaserresetiesusen T Configuring display settings POSTING ANE coNSol Osses aseran ea Panel controls and OSD fUNC ONS siiin 9 Module operation OSD Sele Ct O
18. ower up the unit Note You can adjust the horizontal and vertical position contrast and brightness to better suit your video card and your personal preference Before you begin make sure that power to all of the devices you will be connecting to the console have been turned off To prevent damage to your installation due to ground potential difference make sure that all of the devices being installed are properly grounded Once all peripherals have been connected please power them on Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Panel controls and OSD functions The following controls are located on the left side of the console monitor conos escriptions Soft power on off Adjacent LED is lit when on ato Auto synchronize and scale down display to any valid factory preset timings u Press to scroll to the function you want to adjust Down Press to scroll to the function you want to adjust Men To access the main menu This button also acts as the Enter button Auto tune Press the Auto tune button The panel will adjust the display size automatically and also tune the panel to its optimized state Input Source 1 Press the Menu button 2 Use the Down and Up buttons to scroll 3 Press the Menu button to enter and you will see VGA DVI 4 Use the Down and Up buttons to select the input signal source 5 Press the Menu button to save your selection Brightness 1 Press the Menu button
19. st defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted following the initial date of purchase During this period the products may be returned for repair or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion The warranty covers parts and labor costs only StarTech com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from misuse abuse alteration or normal wear and tear Limitation of Liability In no event shall the liability of StarTech com Ltd and StarTech com USA LLP or their officers directors employees or agents for any damages whether direct or indirect special punitive incidental consequential or otherwise loss of profits loss of business or any pecuniary loss arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages If such laws apply the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you Screen Quality amp Pixel Policy During the manufacturing process certain cosmetic imperfections can occur which do not constitute defects in the screen requiring an RMA replacement Defective or dead pixels or sub pixels are common to all manufacturers of LCD displays Visual imperfections are caused by one or more defective pixels or sub pixels A pixel is comprised of one red one green and one blue sub pixel If a defective whole pixel is alwa
20. ter the computer name is also shown on the screen Function key lt F1 gt To edit the name entry of a computer or a Slave first use the lt gt and lt V gt arrow keys to highlight a port then press lt F1 gt followed by name entry Valid characters are A Z 0 9 and the dash character Lowercase letters are converted to uppercase ones Press lt BACKSPACE gt to delete one letter at a time Non vola tile memory stores all name entries until you change even if the unit is powered down 13 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Function key lt F2 gt Use this key to switch the eye mark of a computer on or off First use the lt 7 gt and lt gt arrow keys to high light it then press lt F2 gt to switch its eye mark on or off If Scan Type reads Ready PC only the power on and eye mark selected computers will be displayed sequentially in Scan mode Function key lt F3 gt To lock a device a computer or a Slave from unauthorized access use Security Security is effective for only one device a computer or a Slave To lock a device use the lt gt and lt gt arrow keys to highlight it then press lt F3 gt Now enter up to 4 characters A Z 0 9 followed by lt ENTER gt as new password A Security enabled device is marked with a lock following its port number To permanently disable the security function from a locked device highl
21. w 140 Typ plowing angle Ups Down View 45 60 Re Up Down View 140 DP Contrast Ratio 450 1 500 1 Brightness White 250cd m2 Center 1 point Typ Supported 16 2M Colors Colors 6 bit with FRC D o O e o 3 7 Rising Time 2ms Rising Time 2ms Response Time Decay Time 14ms Decay Time 10ms System Cables VGA 2 x PS 2 cable Keyboard 106 key PS 2 keyboard Mouse with touchpad Keyboard USA UK German French Spanish Italian Portuguese Dutch Swiss anguage Belgium Swedish Norwegian Danish Japan Taiwan Russian 45 80KHz Power Source 100 240 VAC input Power Adapter 12VDC 4A Consumption 25W 19 05W for Panel 25W 21 05W for Panel 19 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy RACKCONS1708 GB EU RACKCONS1908 GB RACKCONS1716 GB RACKCONS1916 GB EU ee 504mm 1000mm 554mm 1000mm gunn 19 84in 39 37in 21 8in 39 37in pth 440 x 470 x 44mm 490 x 470 x 44mm E 12750 Chassis Heavy auy Seal Regulatory CE FCC UL CUL CE RoHS 20 Starlechscom Hard to find made easy Technical Support StarTech com s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry leading solutions If you ever need help with your product visit www startech com support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools documentation and downloads Warranty Information This product is backed by a one year warranty In addition StarTech com warrants its products again
22. ys on it will appear as a bright spot typically white yellow or other bright color while if it is always off it will appear as a dark brown of black spot visible on a bright background A defective sub pixel is less visible than a defective whole pixel as it is smaller and dependent on the color of the defective sub pixel as contrasted to the background color A display is not deemed defective if it contains less than and up to 3 bright dots pixel always on e 5 dark dots pixel always off e 5 total bright and dark dots on and off pixels If your display appears to have defective pixels or sub pixels or if you should have any questions relating to this policy please contact StarTech com technical support either by phone online live chat or email 21 Starlechcom Hard to find made easy StarTech com has been making hard to find easy since 1985 providing high quality solutions to a diverse IT and A V customer base that spans many channels including government education and industrial facilities to name just a few We offer an unmatched selection of computer parts cables A V products KVM and Serv er Management solutions serving a worldwide market through our locations in the United States Canada the United Kingdom and Taiwan Visit www startech com today for complete information about all our products and to access exclusive interactive tools such as the Cable Finder Parts Finder and the KVM Reference Guide
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