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1. English Manual 2 3 Connecting your devices Ensure that the power adaptor is disconnected from the C5 KVM and that all the devices which are to be attached are switched off Connect your devices to the C5 KVM as shown in figure 6 Ensure that the cables are no longer than the maximum cable lengths specified in appendix A Any unused computer or peripheral connections can be left unconnected To connect computers with serial mouse connections and AT style keyboard connections you will need to purchase adaptors Please refer to appendix A for cable specifications PS 2 to AT keyboard adaptor Part No 70130 PS 2 to RS232 mouse adaptor Part No AN Connects to J l C5 KVM local transmitter Cable supplied with C5 KVM Connects to computer The C5 KVM is now ready for use and will start to operate as soon the local and remote units are both powered on There is no requirement to switch the C5 KVM units on in any defined order The C5 KVM local unit draws its power from the connected computer via the keyboard cable However if you are connecting to a computer using cables that are longer than 5 metres or are connecting to a lower powered device such as some types of keyboard video mouse switch an optional power adaptor may be required When using the optional power adaptor ensure that it is connected to the mains and powering the C5 KVM before you switch on the connected computers Under these circumstances failure to switc
2. HOTKEYs and TAB selects the remote computer attached to the local unit HOTKEYs and RETURN Enters video compensation configuration mode LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual Examples of common hotkey sequences assuming CTRL SHIFT hotkey option To lock the C5 KVM Press CTRL SHIFT L release L CTRL SHIFT To disable the video signal and blank the monitor Press CTRL SHIFT o release 0 CTRL SHIFT 4 5 Entering and exiting video compensation configuration mode The C5 KVM s video compensation and user selectable options and functions are accessed in compensation configuration mode To enter this mode press the selected hotkey combination together with the RETURN key and to exit this mode press the RETURN key again For example To enter compensation configuration mode rose STR HET i ras era e To exit compensation configuration mode im f Press release 4 6 Setting and using the security password There are many situations where unrestricted access to computers or sensitive information needs to be controlled In such circumstances the C5 KVM local unit may be locked away in a room or secure cabinet and the computer may be controlled remotely from the remote unit The C5 KVM incorporates a security password system that enables the remote unit to be locked so that the secure computer cannot be controlled Once a passw
3. Test the mouse movement by moving the mouse a short distance English Manual 2 12 Using the C5 KVM R with LINDY CPU Switch Dual Quad Pro KVM switches The C5 KVM remote receiver is compatible with the extender ports fitted to LINDY CPU Switch Dual Quad Pro KVM switches A typical installation using a C5 KVM remote receiver and LINDY CPU Switch Dual Pro is shown in figure 9 USER 1 a ej d T Extender CS C5 KVM remote receiver EAN keyboard REMOTE Twisted pair video monitor cable up to and mouse 200 AOD connections long LINDY CPU Switch Dual Pro 8 gt gt 3 2S 2 oS 2S CPUs being controlled Fig 9 A typical installation using a C5 KVM R and a LINDY Switch Dual Pro 8 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use page 26 English Manual 3 Rack mounting C5 Series products in the 19 inch rack mount chassis 3 1 Mounting C5 Series modules into the rack mount chassis C5 Series products may be rack mounted in the C5 Series 19 inch rack mounting chassis Part No 39388 Up to 16 C5 Series modules may be mounted in each 2U chassis You will need to purchase a rack securing plate for each module that you wish to mount in the chassis Part numbers for the rack securing plates are as follows C5 Series module Rack securing plate C5 KVM local transmitter 39360 C5 Skew compensator unit 39369 Each rack securing plate is provided with two counter sunk screws whi
4. EIND Ye COMPUTER CONNECTION TECHNOLOGY KVM Extender C5 Series User Manual English LINDY Art No 39390 C5 Remote Local Unit LINDY Art No 39391 C5 Remote Unit Only LINDY Art No 39389 Skew Compensator Unit LINDY Art No 39388 Rack mount chassis LINDY Art No 39386 Power Distribution module Ce LINDY ELECTRONICS LIMITED amp LINDY ELEKTRONIK GMBH FIRST EDITION August 2003 English Manual About this manual LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use www lindy com First edition October 2003 c 2003 LINDY Computer Connection Technology All rights reserved Whilst every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual LINDY Electronics Ltd assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein We reserve the right to change the specifications functions and circuitry of the product without notice Safety Information For use in dry oil free indoor environments only Warning live parts contained within the power adaptor No user serviceable parts within power adaptor do not dismantle Plug the power adaptor into a socket outlet close to the Extender C5 unit that it is powering Replace the power adaptor with a manufacturer approved type only Do not use the power adaptor if the power adaptor case becomes damaged cracked or broken or if you suspect that it is not
5. mouse protocol signalling Selects Logitech compatible mouse protocol signalling LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 6 Configuring and using the skew compensator 6 1 What is the skew compensator and why is it needed The skew compensator corrects the video colour split that is sometimes introduced when a video picture is transmitted over twisted pair cables Twisted pair cables are typically constructed using four pairs of twisted wires Each of the pairs of wires are normally twisted at slightly different rates to reduce the crosstalk between the pairs This is highly advantageous for digital data transmission but can sometimes cause a problem when the cables are used to carry video signals The reason for this is that three different pairs are used to carry the red green and blue colour components of the video picture If the length of cable used is long enough and the twist rates differences between the twisted pairs are large enough then there will be a significant length difference between the wires that carry the different video colour signals This means that the colour signals will arrive at the C5 KVM remote receiver at different times and the colours on the video picture will appear to split causing the picture clarity to be reduced A typical characteristic of this colour split effect is a red green or blue shadow around bright white objects The skew compensator removes this colour split
6. B is RED and C is GREEN To determine which switch bank controls the delay of which colour you must first install the skew compensator as shown in figure 11 Set all the switches to the OFF position Now set all the switches in one bank e g A1 to A4 to the ON position and observe the change to the video picture The delayed colour should appear as a shadow on the right hand side of white objects that are on a dark background This shadow may best be observed of you have a picture with white objects set against a black background For example if you create a picture similar to that shown below in a drawing package such as Paint then the delayed colour will be seen on the right hand side of the white square Delayed colour shoud appear as White object on a black background a vertical strip directly after the white square Once you have determined which set of switches controls which colour you can switch all the switches OFF and observe the picture Remember that the picture is made up from red green and blue colour signals Use a test pattern similar to that shown above and observe the component colour that is most delayed i e the one that appears as a shadow after a white image on a black background Leave all the switches associated with this colour in the OFF position and start to add delays to the OTHER colours by setting some of their associated switches to the ON position Observe the changes to the picture after you change the switc
7. LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 2 Installation of the KVM Extender C5 2 1 What you will need e A category 5 or better twisted pair cable of the required length to connect the C5 KVM local and remote units together These cables contain 4 pairs of twisted wires Specifications and recommended cable types are given in appendix A The C5 KVM supports cable lengths up to 200 metres Structured wiring within buildings may also be used together with suitable patch cables but the number of cable connections should be kept to a minimum to maximise signal quality e Cables to connect the C5 KVM local unit to your computer A two metre connection cable is provided with the C5 KVM The cable may be extended using standard KVM extension cables Cable specifications are given in appendix A e A monitor with a standard VGA SVGA 15 pin connector that will work when connected directly to your computer C5 KVM supports low and high resolution monitors e Astandard AT or PS 2 style keyboard If you are using an AT keyboard with a 5 pin connector you may connect this to the C5 KVM using a standard AT to PS 2 keyboard adaptor e APS 2 style two or three button Microsoft or Logitech compatible mouse or a Microsoft IntelliMouse compatible mouse The C5 KVM supports Internet Mice that are compatible with the Microsoft IntelliMouse These are fitted with a wheel or other scroll control and sometimes have additional
8. buttons Examples are Microsoft IntelliMouse Logitech Pilot Mouse Logitech MouseMan Genius NetMouse and Genius NetMouse Pro e A suitable mouse driver for your PC s Supported types are PS 2 or RS232 two button mouse driver any manufacturer Microsoft mouse driver including IntelliMouse Logitech mouse driver including two button three button and wheel mouse Use of PS 2 and RS232 style mice with the C5 KVM The mouse connections from the C5 KVM to PCs support either a PS 2 or an RS232 mouse The C5 KVM automatically converts from the PS 2 mouse commands to RS232 serial mouse commands Serial mice types are selected by using an adaptor as described in appendix A The C5 KVM will operate without a mouse connected if you do not wish to use one 2 2 Mounting the C5 KVM The C5 KVM has been designed to be used either on a desktop or mounted in a 19 inch rack If you wish to use the C5 KVM on a desktop then you will need to stick the self adhesive rubber feet onto the underside of each C5 KVM module one is supplied for each corner If the C5 KVM is to be mounted in a 19 inch rack then you will need the optional C5 series rack mounting chassis Part No 39388 and a rack securing plate for each local module that you wish to rack mount Part No 39360 The C5 KVM may also be mounted on a suitable vertical surface such as the side of a desk with the use of strong Velcro strips LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use
9. by deliberately delaying some of the colour signals so that all the signals arrive at the remote receiver at the same time 6 2 Can predict if a skew compensator will be needed It is remarkably difficult to predict if a skew compensator will be needed because twisted pair cables from different manufacturers have substantially different characteristics Although Category 5e and Category 6 cables typically have larger twist rate differences than Category 5 cables there are several types of Category 5e and Category 6 cables with low twist rate differences With similar specification cables the colour split introduced by one cable may be four times the colour split introduced by another apparently similar cable What s more colour split effects become more noticeable at higher screen resolutions The reason for this is that the pixel time on higher resolution screens is shorter and so a given colour delay represents more pixels As a general rule colour signal skew is more of a problem with higher specification cables i e Cat 6 Cat 5e longer cable lengths and higher screen resolutions For example an installation running a screen resolution of 1024 x 768 over 50 metres of Cat 5 cable will probably exhibit minimal colour split whereas an installation running a screen resolution of 1600 x 1200 over 100 metres of Cat 6 cable will probably exhibit some noticeable colour split 6 3 Correcting the colour split If you have a noticeable problem wi
10. compensation configuration mode by pressing the HOTKEYS together with on the keyboard connected to the remote receiver unit The HOTKEYS are those that were set using the option switches CTRL SHIFT by default For example assuming the default hotkeys press these keys together cJ eg a LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual STEP 5 If you have a QWERTY keyboard layout English German etc then press If you have an AZERTY keyboard layout French then press The screen will go blank for a few seconds whilst the C5 KVM applies measurement signals to the cable to measure the length differences between the twisted pairs When the picture is restored a report similar to that shown below will be generated SKEW REPORT RED 0 5M GREEN 1 0M BLUE 0 0M SWITCHES ON A3 B4 The first section of the report indicates the length differences between the twisted pairs that are carrying the red green and blue signals One of the colours will have a reported length difference of 0 0M this colour is carried by the SHORTEST twisted pair The other reported lengths indicated the difference between the twisted pair used to carry the colour signal and the shortest twisted pair The second section of the report indicates the skew compensator switches that should be switched ON to compensate for the twisted pair length differences indicated by the report All other switches should be OFF You will see
11. 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 circuit 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 Canadia
12. procedure STEP 1 M Enter video compensation mode by pressing the HOTKEYS together with on the keyboard connected to the remote receiver unit The HOTKEYS are those that were set using the option switches CTRL SHIFT by default For example assuming the default hotkeys press these keys together cJ eg a STEP 2 The C5 KVM will now be in compensation adjustment mode This is indicated by the NUM CAPS and SCROLL lock lights on your keyboard These will flash in sequence at a rate that indicates the level of compensation a slow rate of flash indicates a compensation setting suitable for short lengths of twisted pair cable and a fast rate of flash indicates a compensation setting that is suitable for long lengths of twisted pair cable NUM CAPS SCROLL LOCK LOCK LOCK N 7 Em 4 A A Active light cycles from num to caps to scroll and back to num again rate of cycling indicates increases with greater levels of video compensation LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual Press HOME to select no video compensation You should now see a fuzzy video picture on your monitor connected to the remote receiver unit STEP 3 You may now use the following keys to select the required video compensation Home Selects no video compensation Peur Increases video compensation to sharpen picture coarse adjustment Y Increases video compensation to sharpen picture fine adjustmen
13. 0058 6 pin mini DIN female 9 pin mini DIN female plugs into cable from C5 KVM plugs into PC serial port CLK N C Q DCD DAT RXD TXD GND T DTR 5V DSR 12V RTS TXD 12V N C CTS N C RI Female Cables should be no longer than 30 metres NOTE There are several common wiring specifications for 6 pin mini DIN to 9 pin serial adaptors If you have an adaptor that has been supplied with a mouse it may have a completely different internal wiring to that shown above and may not be compatible with the C5 KVM LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual A3 Twisted pair cable Many types of twisted pair cables are available You may use unshielded twisted pair UTP or shielded twisted pair STP cable with the C5 KVM Ensure that the cable you use is of Category 5 or better specification The C5 KVM uses the following pairs on the twisted pair RJ45 jack connector If your cable is terminated for networking use then it will probably be wired correctly for the C5 KVM All four twisted pairs within the cable are used by the C5 KVM Electrically the cables should be wired with pin 1 to pin 1 pin 2 to pin 2 3 to 3 4 to 4 5 to 5 6 to 6 7 to 7 and 8 to 8 The usage of the various twisted pairs is shown below 12345678 N 00 SSSOSSCS F aana Signa DSSSOSE 3 video signal SSSOSSC i iaeo signal SSSOSSCE i To signal AO WO aN LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and U
14. 39390 Quantity Description KVM Extender C5 Junior local transmitter unit KVM Extender C5 Junior remote receiver unit Instruction manual Power adaptor for the remote receiver unit Cable to connect the local unit to a computer or KVM switch Self adhesive rubber feet The LINDY C5 Series KVM remote receiver package contents Part No 39391 Quantity Description KVM Extender C5 Junior remote receiver unit Instruction manual Power adaptor for the remote receiver unit Self adhesive rubber feet The LINDY C5 Series skew compensation unit package contents Part No 39389 Quantity Description Skew compensator unit Instruction manual Self adhesive rubber feet Quantity Description Rack mount chassis Instruction manual LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual The LINDY C5 Series rack mount securing and blanking plates Quantity Description 1 Rack mount securing plate Counter sunk screws for fixing the plate to the module 1 Pan head screw for fixing the plate to the rack mount chassis The LINDY C5 Series rack mountable power distribution module package contents Part No 39386 Quantity Description Power distribution module Power adaptor 5V 2 5A Short patch cables Instruction manual Rack mount securing plate for power distribution module Counter sunk screws for fixing the plate to the PDM module Pan head screw for fixing the plate to the rack mount chassis
15. KVM is powered off e In automatic compensation mode the video compensation will be automatically adjusted every time that the C5 KVM is powered on or reset e Anoptional C5 Series skew compensator unit is available to compensate for the colour skew that is introduced by using longer lengths of certain types of Category 5e and 6 cable The C5 KVM reports the cable skew present in your installation and optionally the required skew compensation settings e Mixed AT PS2 keyboards and PS2 RS232 mice supported as standard e Keyboard data is kept in its native format ensuring the additional keys on enhanced keyboards are supported e Password security prevents unauthorised use e Supports keyboard modes 1 2 and 3 and mouse prompt and stream modes for maximum compatibility e Flash upgradeable via the keyboard ports e Power activity indicators confirm correct operation e Robust metal case ensures good shielding and video quality e 19 inch rack mount kit available e Supports IBM PC compatibles Alpha SGI and RS6000 computers e Transparent mode enables extender to be used to link together most cascaded KVM switch systems e Uses patent pending technology LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 1 2 Product information Option switches Fixings for rack mount securing plates Indicator shows power status and data activity Twisted pair cable connection Connection for CPU cable Expansi
16. LL off and finally the SCROLL lock comes on with NUM and CAPS off The rate of flashing indicates the level of video compensation applied by the video compensation amplifiers A slow flash rate indicates a small amount of compensation short twisted pair cable distance A fast flash rate indicates a greater level of video compensation for longer cables NUM and SCROLL lock flash alternately with CAPS lock NUM CAPS SCROLL NUM CAPS SCROLL LOCK LOCK LOCK LOCK LOCK LOCK N 7 gt N 7 N 7 m E E gt M Coe ZA ZA ZA The C5 KVM alternately flashes NUM and SCROLL lock and then CAPS lock on the keyboard attached to the remote unit to indicate that the C5 KVM is currently locked and is awaiting a password to be entered by the user to unlock the C5 KVM 4 4 Keyboard hotkey control The C5 KVM remote unit may be set to respond to various keyboard hotkey combinations These keyboard hotkeys are selected using the option switches on the side of the C5 KVM remote unit see section 2 6 Keyboard hotkeys may be used to switch off the video lock the C5 KVM and enter video compensation configuration mode All of the hotkey control commands are invoked by holding down the two hotkeys and then pressing a command key By default the two hotkeys are CTRL and SHIFT although other combinations can be selected by reconfiguring the hotkeys see section 2 6 Once the hotkey command has been activated you will need to release the hotkeys and the comma
17. able The power distribution module s power outlets are designed to provide 500mA of current at 5 volts Patch cables are available to enable the local transmitter to be connected to the power distribution module Please contact your supplier 3 3 Blanking plates for the 19 inch rack mount chassis The 19 inch rack mount chassis may be populated with any mixture of C5 Series modules Each chassis will house up to 16 modules If the chassis is not fully populated then unused mounting positions slots may be left empty In some installations it is necessary to ensure that there are no gaps in the front face of the chassis assembly so that the airflow and cooling characteristics of the rack are maintained In these installations unused slots may be filled blanked off using C5 Series blanking plates These are available to blank off one or four slots Part numbers are 39361 Single slot blanking plate 39362 Quad slot blanking plate LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 4 Using the Extender C5 This section explains the general operation of the C5 KVM We recommend that you read this section before starting to use the product 4 1 Power on status The C5 KVM is ready for use as soon as the remote receiver and local transmitter have been powered on Remember that the local transmitter draws its power from the computer via the keyboard cable and the remote unit draws its power from the supplied power
18. adaptor If a security password has not been set then the C5 KVM remote unit will power on and immediately establish a link to the remote computer attached to the local unit If a security password has been set then the C5 KVM remote unit will not display any video The C5 KVM will indicate that it is waiting for a password to be entered by alternately illuminating the num and scroll lock lights and then the caps lock light on the keyboard attached to the remote receiver unit 4 2 C5 KVM indicator lights The C5 KVM local and remote unit indicator lights have the following meaning Status Meaning ON C5 KVM is on and there is sufficient power available OFF C5 KVM is off and sufficient power is not available FLASHING C5 KVM is sending or receiving keyboard or mouse data SLOW FLASHING C5 KVM is in upgrade mode 4 3 Keyboard NUM CAPS and SCROLL lock indicators The C5 KVM uses the keyboard NUM CAPS and SCROLL lock lights to indicate various operating conditions as follows NUM CAPS and SCROLL lock lights flash in sequence NUM CAPS SCROLL LOCK LOCK LOCK N 7 eh il Enr TE LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual The C5 KVM flashes the NUM CAPS and SCROLL lock lights in sequence on the keyboard connected to the remote unit to indicate that the C5 KVM is in video compensation configuration mode The NUM lock light comes on first with CAPS and SCROLL off Then the CAPS lock comes on with NUM and SCRO
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20. an usually be unplugged and plugged back in provided that a mouse was connected when the operating system initially booted Keyboard and mouse mode switching The C5 KVM keeps a log of the keyboard and mouse mode and resolution settings requested by the connected PC These settings are automatically communicated to the keyboard and mouse as required to ensure maximum software compatibility The keyboard num caps and scroll lock states are an obvious example of this process 2 11 Hot plugging the C5 KVM into running systems and re enabling disconnected CPU PS 2 mouse connections It is advisable to switch off the systems that are going to be connected to the C5 KVM before installation However if this is not possible then most systems can be hot plugged by using the C5 KVM s mouse restoration functions The keyboard connection will normally restore itself automatically On many PCs mouse movement will be lost if the PS 2 mouse is unplugged and plugged back in whilst the PC is running Mouse movement can then only be restored by rebooting the PC This is because the mouse drivers only setup and enable the mouse when the PC is initially booted If you have switched off your C5 KVM or you are attempting to hot plug it into a system that is already running you may be able to restore lost mouse movement using the C5 KVM s mouse restoration functions Mouse restoration functions should be used with care as unpredictable results may occur if th
21. been accepted and the num caps and scroll lock lights will go back to flashing in sequence m When you have finished selecting options return to normal operation by pressing LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 2 9 Summary of C5 KVM functions and options Full details of each of the configuration options and their uses are given in section 4 Reports the C5 KVM s firmware version The connected computer must be running an application that displays typed keys as screen characters e g a word processor or command prompt Force the C5 KVM to calculate and apply the automatic video compensation setting For users with QWERTY keyboard layouts reports the length difference skew between the twisted pairs that are carrying the video colour signals between the local and remote units Also reports the best settings for a skew compensation unit if needed The connected computer must be running an application that displays typed keys as screen characters e g a word processor or command prompt See section 6 4 for more details For users with AZERTY keyboard layouts reports the length difference skew between the twisted pairs that are carrying the video colour signals between the local and remote units Also reports the best settings for a skew compensation unit if needed The connected computer must be running an application that displays typed keys as screen characters e g a w
22. ch may be used to attach the securing plate to the C5 Series module 1 Attach the securing plate to the module using the two counter sunk screws provided 2 Offer the assembly into the rack mounting chassis as shown in figure 10 and locate the module so that the two pan head screws fit inside the mating fixing holes in the base of the rack mount chassis 3 Use the pan head screw to attach the securing plate to the rack mount chassis M3 pan head screw for fixing securing plate to the rack mount chassis vo C5 Series gee al lt 3 module Rack securing plate M3 pan head screw for fixing securing plate to the rack mount chassis Figure 10 Rack mounting C5 Series modules LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 3 2 Installing and using the rack mountable power distribution module If you are rack mounting multiple C5 KVM R units then it is undesirable to use separate power supplies for each of these modules The C5 Series power distribution module Part no 39386 may be used to power these units and create a neater installation The power distribution module enables you to power up to 4 C5 KVM R units from the single power adaptor supplied with the power distribution module Short patch cables are provided with the power distribution module to connect its four power outlets to the rack mounted C5 KVM R modules A power indicator on the power distribution module confirms that power is avail
23. d IBM PC AT PS 2 RS 6000 and ThinkPad are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks and IntelliMouse is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation Logitech MouseMan and Pilot Mouse are trademarks of Logitech Inc Velcro is a trademark of Velcro USA Inc LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual Radio Frequency A Category 5 or better twisted pair cable must be used to connect the LINDY Extender C5 units 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
24. e wrong mouse type is selected If in doubt restore the mouse by powering down the PC normally Standard PS 2 mouse data uses a different data format to IntelliMouse data and so two reset functions are provided on the C5 KVM The type of data format expected by the PC depends upon the driver and the type of mouse that was connected when the driver was booted The following table may be used as a guide Note that the mouse reset functions predict the likely mouse resolution settings but may not restore the speed or sensitivity of the mouse exactly as they were when the PC originally booted Type of mouse system Driver type Likely expected Suggested Connected at bootup data format restoration PS 2 PS 2 only PS 2 M6 PS 2 IntelliMouse PS 2 M6 IntelliMouse KVM Switch PS 2 only PS 2 M6 IntelliMouse KVM Switch IntelliMouse IntelliMouse M7 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual To restore lost mouse movement on a CPU connected to the C5 KVM 1 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use Ensure that the video picture of the CPU that has lost its mouse movement is displayed on the monitor connected to the remote unit Enter the configuration mode by pressing HOTKEYS and RETURN on the keyboard connected to the remote unit For example CTRL SHIFT To restore a PS 2 mouse connection press m Or to restore an IntelliMouse connection press M Exit from configuration mode by typing
25. ensation amplifiers In manual compensation mode the video compensation setting may be adjusted by the user LOCAL unit Switch 1 Set this switch to the OFF position for normal operation This switch is used to set the C5 KVM local unit into upgrade mode so that new firmware can be downloaded into its flash program memory LOCAL unit Switch 2 This switch sets transparent mode operation This mode is useful if the C5 KVM is to be used to linked to a KVM switch Cascaded KVM switches often use undocumented data to signal special conditions In transparent mode the C5 KVM will enable this undocumented data to be transferred between devices LOCAL unit Switch 3 If this switch is set to the ON position then the remote unit will go directly into compensation configuration mode at power on This enables a password locked remote unit to be reset See section 4 6 for further details LOCAL unit Switch 4 This switch may be used to reset the local unit without disconnecting the power In the OFF position the C5 KVM will operate normally In the ON position the C5 KVM will suspend all operation and reset itself to the power off condition Cycling the switch from the OFF position to the ON position and back to the OFF position again will perform a reset without having to disconnect the computer connection cable LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual Top of Extender C5 REMOTE Automatic video m
26. h the C5 KVM and computers on in the correct order can lead to the mouse and or keyboard not being recognised by the computers when they are switched on LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual Keyboard Monitor Keyboard mouse and monitor connect 5e 6 or 7 directly to remote unit twisted pair Extension cables may cable up to by used see appendix 200 metres A for maximum cable long Panto 2 8 2 EuLeiITere REMOTE Extender C5 www lindy com Connection for power adapter Remote Connection Port Category 5 lengths nn KVM connection cable supplied mt ej ad E Extender C5 Remote Connection Port YoOuUMS Nd YALNdWOD Computer www lindy com Figure 6 A typical C5 KVM extender application LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 2 4 Configuring your PC s Configure your PC in the same way that you would if your keyboard mouse speakers microphone and monitor were all connected directly to your PC but bearing in mind the following points e C5 KVM emulates Microsoft compatible serial IntelliMouse and PS 2 mice so ensure that your PC software is configured for a Microsoft mouse of the correct type Refer to the list of supported drivers in section 2 1 e C5 KVM supports VGA SVGA XGA XGA2 type monitors but does not support the automatic detection features available with some plug and play
27. hen option switch 1 is in the ON position Y jl Option switch 1 set to m nie m ON position OFF m Enable flash upgrade mode Monitor and mouse connected directly to computer Connect the C5 KVM remote receiver s keyboard port to the computer s keyboard Computer with MS DOS boot disk STEP 6 upgrading the remote receiver Set the C5 KVM s option switch 1 to the ON position Power the C5 KVM remote receiver by connecting the power adaptor Insert the DOS disk into your computer s floppy drive and power on your computer The upgrade should be performed automatically When the upgrade has completed switch off your computer and disconnect the remote receiver Set option switch 1 back to the OFF position Reconnect the upgraded C5 KVM as shown in figure 6 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual Appendix A Cable and connector specifications IMPORTANT NOTE The maximum cable lengths supported vary widely between devices and cables It may be possible to use cables that are longer than those specified below with certain PCs and peripherals but this cannot be guaranteed If you experience problems try using shorter cables A1 Keyboard monitor and mouse connections All of these devices plug directly into the relevant ports of the C5 KVM If you use an AT style keyboard you will need an AT 5 pin DIN female to PS 2 6 pin mini DIN male converter Cable specification for connection
28. hes Switches 1 and 2 each introduce a 10 nanosecond delay Switch 3 introduces a 5 nanosecond delay and switch 4 introduces a 2 5 nanosecond delay A process of trial and error is required to find the best switch settings LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 7 Upgrading the Extender C5 s flash memory The C5 KVM uses flash memory technology which enables the firmware code to be upgraded by the user Upgrades are performed by using a PC program to download the new firmware via the keyboard connection The local transmitter and remote receiver both contain microprocessors with flash rewritable program memory They may be independently upgraded but we highly recommend that you always upgrade both the local and remote units when performing an upgrade To perform a flash upgrade you will need to create an MS DOS boot disk This boot disk is used to run the upgrade program automatically without the need for keyboard control From DOS systems a boot disk can be created using the DOS FORMAT command e g FORMAT A S For Windows 95 and 98 DOS boots disks can be created in a similar manner For other versions of Windows refer to Windows Help for instructions For example a DOS disk can be created from Windows XP by selecting My Computer right clicking on the A disk icon selecting Format and then selecting Create an MS DOS startup disk To upgrade the C5 KVM s firmware STEP 1 Create an MS DOS boot disk u
29. it aad tik Gia en atandee 34 6 4 Reporting the cable skew and configuring the skew compensator ceeeeeeeeees 36 6 5 Setting up the skew compensator manually ccceeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeaeeeeeeeceeeeeeaeeeeneeeeaees 38 7 Upgrading the Extender C5 s flash Me MOSY ccccccccccscecseeseeeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeees 39 Appendices A Cables and connector specifications cccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeecaaeeeeaaeseneeeseaeeesaeeseneeeseas 42 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product from the LINDY C5 Series of KVM Extenders This manual covers the following products LINDY KVM Extender C5 Junior Part No 39390 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Remote Unit Part No 39391 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Skew Compensator Unit Part No 39389 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Rack Mount Chassis Part No 39388 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Power Distribution Module Part No 39386 The KVM Extender C5 Junior is designed to transfer keyboard video and mouse signals up to 200 metres over Category 5 or higher specification twisted pair cable The KVM Extender C5 consists of a transmitter local and a receiver remote unit that are connected together by a twisted pair cable The remote unit connects to your keyboard monitor and mouse and the local unit connects to the computer system that is to be controlled The optional C5 Series skew compensator rack mount chassis and po
30. le to the computer Leave the other cables Computer with disconnected MS DOS boot disk STEP 4 upgrading the ocal transmitter Set the C5 KVM s option switch 1 to the ON position Insert the DOS disk into your computer s floppy drive and power on your computer The upgrade should be performed automatically When the upgrade has completed switch off your computer and disconnect the local transmitter Set option switch 1 back to the OFF position LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual STEP 5 connecting the remote receiver Power down your computer Power down the remote receiver Disconnect the twisted pair cable from the remote receiver Do not power any of the devices yet Connect the remote receiver to your computer as shown below To do this you will need a keyboard cable 6 pin mini DIN male to 6 pin min DIN male all lines connected If you have a KVM switch product the chances are that you will have one of these connecting the switch to a computer You only need to connect the keyboard cable between the remote receiver and the computer Plug the monitor directly into the back of the computer This configuration might seem strange to you because the keyboard port on the C5 KVM remote receiver would normally be connected to a keyboard and not to a computer keyboard port The product is designed to reverse the operation of the keyboard port during the flash upgrade process Only connect power w
31. m Normal operation compensation mode Manual video m m Enable flash upgrade mode compensation mode m m Hotkeys CTRL SHIFT command key default Hotkeys ALT SHIFT command key m m Hotkeys CTRL ALT command key aie Hotkeys disabled Figure 7 C5 KVM remote module option switches LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual Top of Extender C5 LOCAL Enable normal operation Disable operation and force a unit reset Normal operation Enable flash upgrade mode Normal operation configure mode at power on Force unit to go into m m Normal operation m Set transparent mode Figure 7 C5 KVM local module option switches LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 2 7 Setting the video compensation manually The C5 KVM incorporates fine video compensation amplifiers to maximise the picture quality for any given length of twisted pair cable The C5 KVM can be set to automatically adjust the compensation amplifiers to match the cable or you can adjust the amplifiers manually Automatic compensation is enabled by setting option switch 4 on the remote unit to the OFF position Manual compensation is selected if switch 4 is in the ON position The best video compensation setting is often a matter of personal preference and so for the best picture quality we recommend that you fine tune the amplifiers manually To do this use the following
32. monitors and video cards If you have this type of video card and monitor you should select the video mode manually instead of relying upon the automatic detection feature 2 5 Configuring the C5 KVM The C5 KVM is supplied in a default state that is suitable for most applications By default the automatic compensation mode is selected In this mode the video compensation amplifiers will be automatically adjusted to suit the twisted pair cable whenever the C5 KVM is switched on Some users may wish to manually fine tune the video compensation because the perfect adjustment for any given length of cable is subjective and depends upon personal preference If manual compensation is selected then the video only needs to be compensated once during setup as the compensation value is stored by the C5 KVM and retained even when the power is off The KVM Extender C5 Junior is configured using the following 1 Option switches see section 2 6 The option switches on the side of the C5 KVM select automatic or manual video compensation mode and the keyboard hotkey combination that is used to access video compensation configuration mode They also control some other hardware related functions 2 Video compensation configuration mode see section 2 7 This mode is entered by typing the hotkey combination selected using the option switches on the keyboard attached to the remote receiver Once within video compensation configuration mode you can adjust
33. mt ej od E Extender C5 Remote Connection P Computer www lindy com YoOuMS Nd YILNAWOOD Figure 11 Installing the skew compensator LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 6 4 Reporting the cable skew and configuring the skew compensator The skew compensator is specifically designed for use with C5 Series KVM extenders but may also be used with most analogue KVM extenders The C5 Series KVM extenders report the required skew compensator settings making setup and configuration easy For other extender systems the skew compensator may be setup manually To get the C5 KVM to report the skew compensator settings STEP 1 Connect the C5 KVM local transmitter and remote receiver together with the twisted pair cable s that you are going to use If you already have a skew compensator then connect this as shown in figure 11 but set all the switches to the OFF position STEP 2 Ensure that the video picture is correctly compensated see section 2 7 If the video picture is not correctly compensated then the reported skew settings may be less accurate STEP 3 Open a text editor DOS command prompt or word processor application on the computer that is being controlled Any application that displays typed keys as characters on the screen will do The C5 KVM reports the skew compensation by generating a set of faked key presses as if you had typed the report from the keyboard STEP 4 Enter video
34. n 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 brouillage radio lectriques publi par le minist re des Communications du Canada LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual Contents Ae AAUFOGUGHOR sy snaa e eae ana a paene SE osa ae ree eS ere ONENE SoSo aene Seaia 6 1 1 LINDY KVM Extender C5 features 0 cecccceceeeeeeseeeeeneeeeeeee cae eeeeaeeeeeeeeseaeeeeaaesseneeeeeeees 7 1 2 ProductinformatlOn rats inei aa a a ai a a aE 8 Ta Fackage COMES erie a e eT EA N T 11 2 Installation of the KVM Extender C5 Junior cccccccsssssssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseneeees 13 2 1 What you Will need oo eee ce eeeecceeeceeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeeeeecaaeeeaaeeeaaeeecaaeeseaaesganeeseaeessaaesseaeeeseeeeeeaae 13 2 2 Mounting the C5 KVMe ase caer sts aad eee hee deny aaia ariaa a eae E aAA Ara EUNE ta ede 13 2S Connecting VOU C6VICES A a slid Ta r in ea ee eee a ee 14 2 4 Contiguring your PC viscsccivices Mes en dieesie ein Avieds Hil etecety adn Avie a dee eda duaauin uaa td 16 2 5 Configuring the C5 KVM ccccccceeeeeseneeeeeeeeeeeeeeceaeeeeaaeseeeeese
35. nd key before a new hotkey command is accepted by the C5 KVM The hotkey commands are summarised below IMPORTANT NOTE the numbers on the numeric keypad do not form part of a valid hotkey HOTKEYs and 0 switches off the video signal on the remote unit and disconnects the keyboard and mouse from the computer that they are currently controlling This will cause some monitors to go into standby mode or switch off The video signal can be re enabled by selecting a computer using HOTKEYs and TAB or HOTKEYs and 1 HOTKEYs and L Disconnects the C5 KVM remote s keyboard and mouse from the computer that they are controlling The video signal is switched off If a password has not been set then the C5 KVM can be re enabled by using HOTKEYs and TAB or HOTKEYs and 1 If a password has been set then the C5 KVM will alternately flash the NUM and SCROLL and then the CAPS lock lights on the keyboard connected to the remote unit This indicates that a valid password must be entered to unlock the C5 KVM Simply type the same key combination as was set during configuration see section 4 6 followed by the RETURN key Note if anyone has typed at the keyboard whilst in secure mode it will be necessary to press RETURN first to clear the invalid password then type the valid password followed by RETURN again HOTKEYs and 1 selects the remote computer attached to the local unit
36. oard are displayed on the screen Enter configuration mode by pressing HOTKEYs and RETURN together see section 4 5 Now type the following on the keyboard connected to the remote unit AO a The version number will be reported on the computer screen as the letter V followed by three numbers For example it the C5 KVM reports V118 the the firmware version is 1 18 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 5 C5 KVM Configuration options All the options described in this section are entered in C5 KVM s configuration mode see section 4 5 for instructions on entering configuration mode 5 1 Resetting all configuration options to their default state To reset all the C5 KVM s configuration options to the default state press the following whilst within configuration mode By resetting all the configuration options to their default state you will also clear the password but you will not change the video compensation setting 5 2 Selecting a mouse signaling protocol Most mouse drivers are compatible with Microsoft mice and so a Microsoft compatible mouse signaling protocol is suitable for most systems In some installations Logitech mouse drivers may disable the action of the mouse buttons when used with the Microsoft compatible signaling protocol implemented by the C5 KVM To solve this problem select the Logitech compatible mouse signaling protocol Sets Microsoft compatible
37. on port for optional power Connection cable and management f features supplied with C5 KVM Figure 1 C5 Series KVM local transmitter Option switches O rq Twisted pair cable connection Sonneeton Connection C ti onnection pelleted for PS 2 for PS 2 Monitor Indicator shows power style keyboard style mouse Connection status and data activity Figure 2 C5 Series KVM remote receiver LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual Switches for skew adjustment A B C and D Fixing for rack ae mount securing iw plate Twisted pair cable connections Fixing for rack mount securing plate Figure 3 C5 Series skew compensator unit M3 pan head screw for fixing security plate to the rack mount chassis 2 x M3 counter sunk screws for fixing security plate to C5 Series module Rack securing plate Figure 4 C5 Series rack mount chassis and securing plates LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual POWER ADAPTER AND RACK SECURING oe PLATE SUPPLIED Fixings for rack mount securing plate 4 power outlets Connection for Indicator shows suitable for powering power adapter power status C5 series units supplied Figure 5 C5 Series power distribution module LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 1 3 Package contents The LINDY C5 Series KVM package Part No
38. operating properly e If you use a power extension cord with the Extender C5 make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does 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 outlets ampere rating Warranty information LINDY warrants that this product shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three years from the date of original purchase If the product should fail to operate correctly in normal use during the warranty period LINDY will replace or repair it free of charge Any faulty items are to be returned to LINDY at the owner s expense No liability can be accepted for damage due to misuse or circumstances outside LINDY s control Also LINDY will not be responsible for any loss damage or injury arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product LINDY s total liability under the terms of this warranty shall in all circumstances be limited to the replacement value of this product This warranty goes on top of any applicable legal regulation and does not limit any customer rights compared to the legal regulations Trademarks All trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the respective trademark owners Compaq is a registered trademark of Compaq Computer Corporation Hewlett Packard is a registered trademark of Hewlett Packar
39. ord has been set the C5 KVM remote unit may be disabled by pressing the hotkeys together with the L lock key The remote unit may only then be unlocked by entering the password For example if the hotkeys are set to CTRL and SHIFT then pressing the following key combination would cause the C5 KVM remote unit to lock CTRL SHIFT L When the remote unit is locked the video is switched off and the keyboard and mouse are disconnected from the computer Locking the remote unit does not affect the operation of the local unit LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual To unlock the C5 KVM remote unit enter the password followed by the RETURN key e g AAS g w A e o NOTE The password consists of a combination of key strokes rather like the code to a safe The key strokes are not case sensitive and can include all the keys on the keyboard except CTRL ALT SHIFT and ENTER Consequently the following password would be valid AAO es To set the password enter configuration mode by typing HOTKEYS and RETURN on the keyboard attached to the remote unit see section 2 8 When in configure mode type P then RETURN Now enter the password which may be up to 40 characters The password is not case sensitive and can be any combination of key strokes including the function keys but excluding the CTRL ALT SHIFT and RETURN keys When you have typed in your password press RETURN to register i
40. ord processor or command prompt See section 6 4 for more details Resets all user configurable options to the default state see 4 3 See section 5 1 for more details E le Selects Microsoft compatible mouse protocol signalling l G Selects Logitech compatible mouse protocol signalling See section 5 2 for more details E B B lel i fb Reset mouse function See section 2 11 E L Reset IntelliMouse function See section 2 11 E S password Sets a security password See section 4 6 E 5 5 Clears the security password See section 4 6 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 2 10 Other useful installation information PC boot up sequence When your PCs are powered on they communicate with any attached keyboards and mice and setup parameters required by the particular operating system It is necessary for the C5 KVM to be attached and powered on during this sequence so that it can give the required responses and keep track of all the modes and settings requested by each of the connected PCs Mouse characteristics do not unplug a PS 2 mouse connection from a PC whilst the PC is on Due to the design of PS 2 mice communications the mouse function on the PC will be lost and you will have to re boot the PC to regain normal operation Unplugging the mouse from the C5 KVM will also cause it to stop operating when it is plugged back in RS232 mice c
41. s from the remote unit to the keyboard monitor and mouse Ideally keyboard monitor and mouse cables should not be longer than 10 metres Many keyboards and mice will also operate at distances of 20 metres but this cannot be guaranteed If you are using a monitor extension cable then you should ensure that this is a high quality tri coax type LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual A2 Computer connections Cables for connection to PCs When used without the auxiliary power adaptor cables to PCs may be up to 5 metres long With the optional power adaptor the cables may be extended up to 30 metres using standard extension cables Video extension cables should be good quality with a coaxial construction Please contact your supplier if you have any questions C5 KVM Local module connector cable Connects to PC Mouse 6 pin Connects to C5 KVM Sy Local module Keyboard 6 pin Video 15 pin Adaptors LINDY PS 2 Keyboard to AT Port adaptor Part No 70130 If your PC has a 5 pin DIN AT style keyboard connector you will need a PS 2 to AT keyboard adaptor 6 pin mini DIN female to 5 pin DIN male PS 2 to AT Keyboard adaptor Part No 70130 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual LINDY PS 2 Mouse to Serial Port adaptor This is required if you wish to connect a computer that has a ane 9 pin serial mouse connection PS 2 to RS232 mouse adaptor Part No 7
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44. sing a blank floppy disk STEP 2 Download the latest firmware upgrade files from the LINDY website www lindy com The firmware upgrade is available as a compressed ZIP file containing the following files xxx is the version number of the firmware for example 108 is version 1 08 XKVMxxx EXE The download program e g XKVM108 EXE this automatically selects the firmware to use by detecting the unit that is connected during download XREMxxx HEX The firmware file for the remote receiver e g XREM108 HEX XLOCxxx HEX The firmware file for the local transmitter e g XLOC108 HEX AUTOEXEC BAT The autoexec file for the DOS boot disk that automatically runs the upgrade file XKVM EXE Copy these four files to the root directory of the MS DOS boot disk you will need to overwrite the AUTOEXEC BAT file that is currently on the DOS disk LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual STEP 3 connecting the local transmitter Power down your computer Disconnect the twisted pair cable from the local transmitter and connect the local transmitter to your computer as shown below You only need to connect the keyboard cable between the local transmitter and the computer Plug the monitor directly into the back of the computer NO NOM ON vy ez jj Option switch 1 set to m ma m ON position OFF m Enable flash upgrade mode Monitor and mouse connected directly to computer Connect keyboard cab
45. t Pe on Decreases the video compensation coarse adjustment VJ Decreases the video compensation fine adjustment Various other keys may also be used to select operating options see section 2 10 As you change the video compensation setting you will see the sharpness of the picture change The C5 KVM calculates the required brightness automatically You will need more video compensation for longer twisted pair cable distances Adjust the video compensation until you achieve the best picture If you add too much compensation then the picture may be lost If this happens reduce the compensation to restore the picture The best compensation setting may be set using the following technique Press until you observe white trailing edges on the right hand side of black text or graphics Press and release until the white trailing edge just disappears LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual STEP 4 Press to exit from compensation mode The C5 KVM saves the selected video compensation setting when you exit from compensation mode This setting is retained even when the power is off and so unless you change the twisted pair cable you will not need to re adjust the compensation setting again If automatic video compensation mode has been selected using option switch 4 then the C5 KVM will automatically calculate and store a new compensation setting the next time the remote unit is powered on or rese
46. t To stop this happening and keep you re manually selected setting permanently select manual compensation mode by setting option switch 4 on the remote unit to the ON position 2 8 Performing special functions and selecting user configurable options The C5 KVM supports a number of special functions and user configurable options These functions and options are accessed whilst the C5 KVM is in video compensation configuration mode m To enter configuration mode press the HOTKEYS together with on the keyboard connected to the receiver unit The HOTKEYS are those that were set using the option switches CTRL SHIFT by default m For example assuming the default hotkeys press these keys together CTRL SHIFT Functions and options are accessed by pressing a letter key followed by a number key followed by the RETURN key For example to run the function that resets the C5 KVM to its factory default settings Whilst within configuration mode press The num caps and scroll lock lights will indicate correct acceptance of the command as follows e In compensation configuration the num caps and scroll lock lights will flash in sequence e After pressing the first key of a command sequence the num caps and scroll lock lights will all be illuminated e After pressing the second key of acommand sequence the num and caps lock lights will be on and the scroll lock light will be off e After pressing RETURN the command will have
47. t in the stored memory Do not worry if you type the password incorrectly you can always re enter configure mode and set the password again For example to enter OPENUP as the password type the following whilst in configuration mode B AIO EN ed What to do if you re C5 KVM is locked and you have lost or forgotten the password If your C5 KVM is locked and you have lost or forgotten the password then you may clear the password if you have access to the local unit To clear the password power down the remote unit and switch option switch 3 on the local unit to the on position See section 2 6 When you next power on the remote unit it will go straight into configuration mode allowing you to clear or change the password You will then need to set option switch 3 on the local unit back to its default off position or the remote unit will go into configuration mode every time that you switch it on 4 7 Querying the C5 KVM s firmware version For technical support purposes it is sometimes useful to know the firmware version of the C5 KVM The C5 KVM can report its firmware version using a configuration mode function To find the firmware version of your C5 KVM will first need to be running a program on your computer that displays text when you type at the keyboard Suitable programs are text editors word processors or command prompts It doesn t matter what program you use provided that the characters typed in at the keyb
48. th colour split then you have several choices You could use a shorter length of twisted pair cable or a different type of twisted pair cable Alternatively you could reduce the screen resolution that you are using If none of these are possible then the colour split may be corrected using the C5 Series skew compensator The skew compensation unit is inserted into the twisted pair cable connection between the local transmitter and remote receiver as shown in figure 11 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual REMOTE Mul ej Pus Extender C5 ia Remote Monitor Connection Port www lindy com Cc F Category 5 5e 6 or 7 twisted pair cable up to 200 metres long If you Switches A B C and D add selected delays are running through ee to compensate for the length differences structured wiring and a patch introduced by the twisted pair Each switch panel this may be several Keyboard Mouse JI0SNO9 amp 1 2 3 4 consists of 4 individual sliders that cables joined together should be moved together PPP ad ENA ae a ERER AINA 2 Cat 5 6 Extender C5 m B a gee a SR nn Exes Skew compensator ba pe ead ore D Cat 5 6 Port www lindy com Skew unit may be located near the local or remote unit If the skew Short twisted unit is located near the local unit pair patch cable Os then use the short patch cable LOCAL between the skew and the local units
49. that each of the switches is constructed using 4 individual sliders To set the switch ON all four sliders must be moved to the ON position To set the switch OFF all four sliders must be set to the OFF position The example skew report shown above indicates that switches A3 and B4 should be ON and all the other switches should be OFF To compensate for colour split setup the skew compensator as indicated and insert it in the twisted pair cable run between the local transmitter and remote receiver as shown in figure 11 You will need a short patch lead to do this The settings that are reported represent the compensation required to remove the skew that is introduced by the twisted pair cable There is sometimes some colour skew present on video signals being generated by the computer Consequently the video picture can sometimes be slightly improved by using skew compensator settings that are slightly different to those reported see section 6 5 STEP 6 Exit from the compensation configuration mode by pressing LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 6 5 Setting up the skew compensator manually If the skew compensator is to be used with a KVM extender that does not have a skew setting reporting feature then you will need to setup the skew compensator manually To do this you will first need to determine which of the switch banks controls which of the colours on all C5 Series products switch bank A is BLUE
50. the video compensation and select other options using the keyboard The selected options are saved and stored in the remote unit when you exit compensation configuration mode 2 6 Setting the option switches The option switches on the side of the C5 KVM remote and local units are used to select operating options The switches are continuously read by the C5 KVM and may be changed whilst the C5 KVM is powered on The default setting all switches OFF is suitable for most installations The switches are shown in figures 7 and 8 and have the following functions REMOTE unit Switch 1 Set this switch to the OFF position for normal operation This switch is used to set the C5 KVM remote unit into upgrade mode so that new firmware can be downloaded into its flash program memory REMOTE unit Switches 2 and 3 These switches select the hotkey combinations that are recognised by the C5 KVM The chosen hotkey combinations are used to enter compensation configuration mode lock the C5 KVM and disable the C5 KVM s video LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual REMOTE unit Switch 4 This switch is used to select the required video compensation mode When the switch is in the OFF position automatic video compensation is selected In automatic compensation mode the C5 KVM will check the length of twisted pair cable linking the local and remote units when it is powered on It will then adjust the video comp
51. wer distribution module may be used together with your KVM Extender C5 Junior Throughout this document the LINDY KVM Extender C5 Junior is commonly abbreviated to C5 KVM LINDY KVM Extender C5 Series Installation and Use English Manual 1 1 LINDY KVM Extender C5 Junior features e Enables a keyboard monitor and mouse to be located up to 200 metres from a computer or KVM switch e Uses a single Category 5 or better twisted pair cable to carry all the keyboard video and mouse signals e The C5 KVM product is part of a family of complimentary extender products that are designed to meet a wide range of KVM extension requirements e Supports high bandwidth monitors at resolutions up to 1600 x 1280 e Includes CPU connection cable for easy installation e The local module of the C5 KVM may be neatly rack mounted in the C5 Series 19 inch rack mount chassis Other C5 Series products may also be mounted in this chassis Each 2U high chassis will house up to 16 modules e Supports Microsoft IntelliMouse IntelliMouse Explorer and other common wheel mice e Fine user adjustable video compensation enables the video quality to be maximised for any given length of cable Supports automatic and manual video compensation compensation mode selectable by option switch e In manual compensation mode the video compensation only needs to be adjusted once during setup The chosen compensation setting is retained in EEPROM memory even when the C5

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