CL-1200 User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
CL-1200 User Manual User Notice All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
CL-1200 User Manual Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.
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The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair. CL-1200 User Manual...
CL-1200 User Manual Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.
Package Contents Basic Package The basic CL-1200 package consists of: 1 CL-1200 KVM Console with Standard Rack Mounting Kit 1 Custom KVM Cable Sets 1 Power Cord 1 User Manual* 1 Quick Start Guide Optional Equipment Depending on any optional equipment that you may have purchased, one of the...
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It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CL-1200 system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.
CL-1200 User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in. Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt].
Overview The CL-1200 is a KVM console module featuring an integrated 15" or 17" LCD panel, full keyboard, and touchpad in a 1U, rack-mountable, Slideaway™ housing. It was developed in response to the enormous popularity of the Slideaway™ console found on the CL-1208 and CL-1216 KVM switches. The CL-1208 / CL-1216 models are made up of two major modules: the front-end Slideaway™...
CL-1200 User Manual Features Integrated KVM console with 15"or 17" LCD monitor - in a Slideaway™ housing Slideaway™ housing is less than 1U - with top and bottom clearance for smooth operation in a 1U high system rack Supports an external console...
Hardware Requirements Computers The CL-1200 supports most Master View KVM switches that have PS/2 console port connectors. If you are unsure whether your switch is supported or not, check with your dealer or call Aten Customer Service. The integrated LCD monitor's maximum resolution is 1024 x 768 @75Hz (15"), or 1280 x 1024 @75Hz (17").
CL-1200 User Manual Components Front View Component Handle Pull to slide the KVM module out; push to slide the module in. Slide Release In order to slide the console out, you must first release it by moving this tab sideways. See p. 11 for details on sliding the console in and out.
(see Console Selection, p. 16 for details). KVM Port The cable that links the CL-1200 to the KVM switch plugs in here Note: The shape of this 15-pin connector has been specifically modified so that only KVM cables designed to work with this switch can plug in (see Cables, p.
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Keyboard Power On function. Standard Rack Mounting A standard rack mounting kit is provided with your CL-1200. The kit enables the switch to be mounted in rack with a depth of 42 - 72 cm.
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CL-1200 User Manual To rack mount the switch, do the following: 1. While one person positions the switch in the rack and holds it in place, the second person - using the screws provided with the rack mounting kit - loosely screws the front brackets to the rack.
Console Section of the CL-1200. The ports are color coded and marked with an icon for easy identification. 4. Plug the power cord into the CL-1200's power socket and into an AC power source.
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CL-1200 User Manual Note: The example diagram shows the CL-1200 connecting to an ACS-1216A KVM switch, but the CL-1200 can connect to most ATEN KVM switches that have PS/2 port console connectors. If you are connecting to a different model, the console port connectors may be in a different...
Opening the Console The CL-1200's console is located under the top cover. To access the console, slide the console module out and raise the cover. Note: As a safety precaution, to keep the console from accidentally sliding out, the console is locked into the In position. Before you can pull the console module out, you must release it by pushing the catches on the unit's front panel toward the center of the switch.
CL-1200 User Manual Closing the Console To slide the console module back in, close the cover and do the following: 1. Pull the safety catches on the unit's side rails toward you and push the module in until it stops.
Operating Precautions The maximum load bearing capacity of the keyboard module is 30kg. Failure to heed the information below can result in damage to the keyboard module. Right! Rest your hands and arms lightly on the keyboard module as you work. Wrong! DO NOT lean your body weight on the keyboard module.
CL-1200 User Manual LCD OSD Configuration The LCD Buttons The LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display. Four buttons are used to perform the configuration, as described in the table, below: Button MENU When you have not entered the LCD OSD Menu function, pressing this button invokes the Menu function, and brings up the Main Menu.
The Adjustment Settings An explanation of the LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the table below: Setting Brightness Contrast Phase Clock H-Position V-Position Color Temperature Language OSD Duration Reset Explanation Adjusts the background black level of the screen image. Adjusts the foreground white level of the screen image.
3. If the KVM switch connected to the CL-1200 uses the [Ctrl] [Alt] [Shift] combination to invoke its hotkey mode, you won't be able to access any of its hotkey operations because the CL-1200 will capture the combination for console selection first.
Optional Rack Mounting For convenience and flexibility, three optional rack mounting kits are available: A long bracket standard rack mounting kit for 68.0 - 100.0 cm racks; A short bracket Easy-Installation rack mount kit for 42.0 - 70.0 cm racks; A long bracket Easy-Installation rack mount kit for 68.0 - 105.0 cm racks.
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CL-1200 User Manual 2. Attach the left and right easy-installation mounting rails to the inside of the rack. The flange that supports the switch will be to the inside. LEFT RAIL a) Screw the front flanges to the rack first.
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3. Slide the switch onto the support flanges. Use the screws supplied with this package to loosely attach the front of the switch to the front of the rack (only tighten the screws part way). Phillips I head M4 x 6 4.
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CL-1200 User Manual 5. Slide the switch open and closed a couple of times to be sure that it is properly aligned and operating smoothly. (See p. 11 for opening and closing procedures.) 6. After determining that the switch is properly lined up and operating correctly, finish up by fully tightening down the partially tightened front attachment screws inserted in step 3.
Replace the VGA cable with one of an appropriately short length. If the KVM switch connected to the CL-1200 uses the [Ctrl] [Alt] [Shift] combination to invoke its hotkey mode, you won't be able to access any of its hotkey operations.
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