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Do not attempt to open or repair the KVM Extender. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please contact your dealer or manufacturer if there is a fault. Pos: 3 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/UEB_Beschreibung @ 5\mod_1278573379151_6.doc @ 41546 @ 1 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Draco KVM Extender Description Pos: 4 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Verwendungszweck/VAR_KVM_Cat X / Glasfaser @ 5\mod_1278933037886_6.doc @ 42823 @ 2 @ 1 Application The KVM Extender is used to increase the distance between a source (computer, CPU) and its console (keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral devices).
Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse) Second monitor (option, only with Dual-Head devices) USB 2.0 devices (option, only with 2x USB 2.0 devices) See Chapter 4.3, Page 33 for installation examples. Pos: 6 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Gerätetypen/477-xx_COMP @ 5\mod_1291120125984_6.doc @ 44563 @ 2 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Example K477-1SHC: CPU Unit: L477-1SHC CON Unit: R477-1SHC All devices in the K477 series are technically compatible with devices in the K474 series. Pos: 7 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Einbauoptionen/477-xx @ 5\mod_1278933558855_6.doc @ 42879 @ 2 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Please note that you will need at least 0,5 U (height unit) for the ventilation above the extenders, if you mount them into racks. Pos: 8 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Zubehör/477-xx_COMP @ 5\mod_1291120662750_6.doc @ 44582 @ 2 @ 1 Accessories Model...
Service port Connect to interconnect cable Connect to interconnect cable To CPU: USB-HID Connect to USB-HID devices To CPU: DVI-D Connect to DVI monitor Pos: 12 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/477-xx_COMP/1SECA (mit Analog-Audio / Seriell) @ 5\mod_1291647476005_6.doc @ 45820 @ 3 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Connect to serial (D-Sub 9) Audio IN Audio IN Audio OUT Audio OUT To CPU: USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices Pos: 13 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/477-xx_COMP/1SESA / -1SEXA (mit Analog-Audio / Seriell) @ 5\mod_1291647640927_6.doc @ 45838 @ 3 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Connect to serial (D-Sub 9) Connect to serial (D-Sub 9) Audio IN Audio IN Audio OUT Audio OUT To CPU: USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices Pos: 14 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/477-xx_COMP/1SECD (mit Digital-Audio) @ 5\mod_1291647722818_6.doc @ 45856 @ 3 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Service port 2 Service port 2 Connect to interconnect cable 2 Connect to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices Pos: 17 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/477-xx_COMP/1STS (USB 2.0 Glasfaser) @ 6\mod_1299603305359_6.doc @ 49208 @ 3 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Service port 2 Service port 2 Connect to interconnect cable 2 Connect to interconnect cable 2 To CPU: USB 2.0 Connect to USB 2.0 devices Pos: 18 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/477-xx_COMP/1SHCV (Single-Head Cat X mit VGA) @ 5\mod_1291647850286_6.doc @ 45892 @ 3 @ 1 2015-11-18...
IR receiver for remote control CPU Unit CON Unit Front View Front View IR receiver for remote control IR receiver for remote control Pos: 19 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/477-xx_COMP/1SHSV / -1SHXV (Glasfaser mit VGA) @ 5\mod_1291647910318_6.doc @ 45910 @ 3 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Service port (DVI-I) IR receiver for remote control CPU Unit CON Unit Front View Front View IR receiver for remote control IR receiver for remote control Pos: 20 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/477-xx/2S4C (Dual-Head Cat X) @ 5\mod_1278934890730_6.doc @ 42958 @ 3 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Description Status LEDs The KVM Extender is fitted with a multi color LED on both sides for overall status indication and with two further LEDs on the back side for indication of the connection status. 1 1 1 2 Rear View Front View LED 1 and 2: Connection Status Pos.
Draco KVM Extender 3.7.1 Status Digital Audio (Option) The KVM Extender with optional digital audio is fitted with a further multi- color LED on the rear side for indication of the connection status: CPU Unit CON Unit Rear View Rear View LED 1: Digital Audio Status LED color Description...
Description 3.7.2 Status USB-HID Add-On (Option) The KVM Extender with optional USB-HID is fitted with three further LEDs on the rear side for indication of the connection status: CPU Unit CON Unit Rear View Rear View Pos. LED Status Description 1, 2 Device LED No USB-HID device or not supported...
Draco KVM Extender 3.7.3 Status USB 2.0 (Option) The KVM Extender with optional USB 2.0 is fitted with a multi color LED on both sides for overall status indication and with two further LEDs on the back side for indication of the connection status. CPU Unit CON Unit Rear View...
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Description LED 3: USB 2.0 Status LED color Description Device ready Green Only connection available, no USB 2.0 signal Green / Connection available, no USB 2.0 device light blue connected (only CON unit) flashing Connection and USB 2.0 signal available Light blue (operating status) 2015-11-18...
Video signal not supported; monitor not detected Green Video signal supported; monitor not detected Blue No video signal; monitor detected Violet Video signal not supported; monitor detected Light blue Video signal supported; monitor detected Pos: 23 /806-IHSE/Installation/UEB_Installation @ 5\mod_1278574971589_6.doc @ 41768 @ 1 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Installation Installation Pos: 24 /806-IHSE/Installation/Lieferumfang prüfen/477-xx_COMP @ 5\mod_1291123475078_6.doc @ 44730 @ 2 @ 1 Package Contents Your extender package contains the following items: KVM Extender pair (CPU Unit and CON Unit) 2x 5VDC international power supply unit ...
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USB cable (1.8 m, USB type A to type B) Additional content for VGA option (replaces DVI-D cable): VGA cable (1.8 m, VGA male to DVI-I male) If anything is missing, contact your dealer. Pos: 25 /806-IHSE/Installation/System anschließen/477-xx_COMP @ 5\mod_1291123779531_6.doc @ 44749 @ 233 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Installation System Setup First time users are recommended to setup the system with the CPU Unit and the CON Unit in the same room as a test setup. This will allow you to identify and solve any cabling problems, and experiment with your system more conveniently.
USB-HID devices 2). USB 2.0 Add-On Option: Connect the CPU to the CPU Unit (USB 2.0). Connect the USB 2.0 devices to the CON Unit (Connect to USB 2.0 devices). Pos: 26 /806-IHSE/Installation/Installationsbeispiele/UEB_Installationsbeispiele @ 5\mod_1278581564870_6.doc @ 42759 @ 2 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Installation Example Applications This section illustrates typical installations of KVM Extenders: Pos: 27 /806-IHSE/Installation/Installationsbeispiele/477-xx_COMP @ 5\mod_1291124264328_6.doc @ 44767 @ @ 1 KVM Extender (Single-Head) KVM Extender (Single-Head with Digital / Analog Audio) 2015-11-18...
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Second monitor (option, only with Dual-Head devices) USB 2.0 devices (option, only with 2x USB 2.0 devices) Audio sink (optional, only with devices with Analog Audio / Serial option or Digital Audio option) Pos: 28 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/UEB_Konfiguration @ 5\mod_1278575517073_6.doc @ 41846 @ 1 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Configuration Configuration Pos: 29 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Übertragungsparameter/477-xx @ 5\mod_1278937002401_6.doc @ 43075 @ 2 @ 1 Transmission Parameters The device operates with a proprietary compression method. In default configuration, the device adapts dynamically to monitor resolution and image content. This configuration is suitable for almost all conditions and should only be modified if image quality is not fully satisfactory.
Draco KVM Extender Pos: 31 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Kommando-Modus/VAR_KVM_USB-HID @ 5\mod_1278577943980_6.doc @ 42024 @ 2 @ 1 Command Mode During normal use, the console keyboard functions in the usual manner. However, for all KVM Extenders with USB-HID support, you can set the keyboard into a Command Mode by using a specific 'Hot Key' sequence.
In order to set a 'Hot Key' back to default settings, press the key combination <Right Shift> + <Del> within 5 s after plugging in a keyboard. Pos: 32 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/USB-HID-Ghosting/K477_USB-HID-Ghosting @ 9\mod_1362404683851_6.doc @ 71192 @ 2 @ 1 USB-HID Ghosting This function allows specific keyboard and mice descriptors (device descriptions) to be permanently stored in the CPU unit.
When using a USB combo device as a USB-HID input device, switching to a CPU Unit with activated USB-HID Ghosting may cause limited functionality. Pos: 33 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/474_Konfigurationsdatei/474-xx 477-xx 481-xx 482-xx 483-xx @ 7\mod_1331801555639_6.doc @ 58172 @ 2333 @ 1 Configuration File The KVM Extender contains a configuration file (Config.txt) to set specific parameters and to read out device and video information.
Configuration 5.5.1 Parameters for CPU Units You can write the following parameters into the configuration file of a CPU Unit. DDC-Management Parameter Function ENAHPDET Enable hotplug switch for K238-5x series LOCKEDID Activate DDC write protection Digital-Audio Parameter Function SRC32000 Activate sample rate conversion, sample rate 32 kHz (only with digital audio upgrade module) SRC44100 Activate sample rate conversion, sample rate...
Draco KVM Extender Shared Operation Parameter Function KBDCON Activate Keyboard Connect (only with redundant CPU Units) Activate Mouse Connect (only with redundant MOUCON CPU Units) RELEASETIME=n Release timer n = 0...9 seconds for Mouse and Keyboard Connect, without parameter = 10 seconds General Settings Parameter...
USB-HID CON upgrade module) USB 2.0 embedded Parameter Function Activate USB 1.1 mode for USB 2.0 embedded ENAUSB11 upgrade modules (only with USB 2.0 embedded upgrade module) Pos: 34 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/UEB_Betrieb @ 5\mod_1278577614980_6.doc @ 41970 @ 1 @ 1 2015-11-18...
The DDC information of the console monitor was loaded once. Reloading is possible by repeating the operation. Pos: 36 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Parallelbetrieb/474-xx_Parallelbedienung redundanter CPU Units @ 9\mod_1373962269987_6.doc @ 77387 @ 2 @ 1 Shared Operation of redundant CPU Units CPU Units with a redundant connector for interconnect cables offer the possibility for a competing control by two connected CON Units.
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When using redundant CPU Units in combination with a KVM matrix, the function of competing control will be automatically deactivated in the extender and will have to be performed by the KVM matrix. Pos: 37 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/UEB_Technische Daten @ 5\mod_1278578165261_6.doc @ 42096 @ 1 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Connector wiring must comply with EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T), with RJ45 connectors at both ends. All four cable wire pairs are used. Pos: 45 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Schnittstellen/Glasfaser SFP Typ LC @ 5\mod_1278937700855_6.doc @ 43149 @ 3 @ 1 7.1.6 Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect) Communication of fiber devices is performed via Gigabit SFPs that are connected to suitable fibers fitted with connectors type LC ().
2x 3.5 mm stereo jack plug (audio in & audio out) Connections CON Unit 2x 3.5 mm stereo jack plug (audio in & audio out) Pos: 48 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Schnittstellen/477-xx (Digital Audio-Schnittstellen) @ 6\mod_1304585776832_6.doc @ 51309 @ 3 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Draco KVM Extender 7.1.9 Digital Audio Interface The digital audio option supports the unidirectional transmission of digital audio data. Up to three sources can be connected to the CPU Unit. The active source is transmitted. If several sources are active, the XLR signal takes priority, otherwise the first active signal.
Optical (S/PDIF; TOSLINK) Pos: 49 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Verbindungskabel/UEB_Verbindungskabel @ 5\mod_1279191107845_6.doc @ 43870 @ 2 @ 1 Interconnect Cable Pos: 50 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Verbindungskabel/Verbindungskabel (Cat X) @ 5\mod_1278578406026_6.doc @ 42205 @ 3 @ 1 7.2.1 Cat X A point-to-point connection is required. Operation with several patch fields is possible.
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The use of flexible cables (patch cables) type AWG26/8 is possible, however the maximum possible extension distance is halved. Pos: 51 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Verbindungskabel/Verbindungskabel (Cat X)_Kabellänge 477-xx @ 5\mod_1278937761105_6.doc @ 43167 @ @ 1 Maximum Acceptable Cable Length Cat X Installation Cable...
Draco KVM Extender Supported Peripherals Pos: 55 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Unterstützte Peripherie/USB-HID-Geräte @ 5\mod_1278578523558_6.doc @ 42260 @ 3 @ 1 7.3.1 USB-HID Devices The KVM Extender will support most USB-HID devices, including the vast majority of keyboards and mice currently on the market. Many other kinds...
Specifications Connector Pinouts Pos: 58 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Pinbelegungen/Buchse DVI-D Single-Link @ 5\mod_1278578723073_6.doc @ 42333 @ @ 1 Connector DVI-D Single-Link 1......8 C1 C2 17......24 C3 C4 Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal T.M.D.S data 2 – 9 T.M.D.S data 1 – 17 T.M.D.S data 0 –...
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V-sync Hot Plug T.M.D.S clock– recognition Red signal Blue signal Green signal H-sync Pos: 60 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Pinbelegungen/Buchse USB Typ B @ 5\mod_1278578750464_6.doc @ 42351 @ @ 1 Connector USB Type B Picture Signal Color VCC (+5VDC) Data – White Data +...
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Picture Signal Color VCC (+5VDC) Data – White Data + Green Black Pos: 62 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Pinbelegungen/Buchse Mini-USB Typ B @ 5\mod_1278578794167_6.doc @ 42387 @ @ 1 Connector Mini USB Type B Picture Signal Color VCC (+5VDC) Data – White ..5...
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Signal Signal n.c. 1....5 6...9 n.c. Pos: 67 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Pinbelegungen/Stereo-Klinkenbuchse 3,5 / 6,35 mm @ 5\mod_1291128765156_6.doc @ 44901 @ @ 1 3.5 / 6.35 mm Stereo Jack Plug Picture Signal Audio IN / OUT L Audio IN / OUT R Pos: 68 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Pinbelegungen/RCA (Cinch) @ 5\mod_1291128877593_6.doc @ 44920 @ @ 1...
1.8 kg (4.0 lb) Dual-Head Devices and Devices with Optional Modules CPU Unit / CON Unit 0.4 kg (0.9 lb) Shipping Box 2.3 kg (5.1 lb) Pos: 75 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/UEB_Hilfe im Problemfall @ 5\mod_1278579113839_6.doc @ 42536 @ 1 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Pos: 76 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/Allgemeine Störung/474-xx @ 9\mod_1373964024756_6.doc @ 77427 @ 2 @ 1 General Failures Diagnosis Possible Reason Measure Config.txt Parameter not set or Write parameter into Config.txt parameter saved file and save changes. without function Start Commanc #CFG ...
CPU Unit quality of interconnect cables between the units. Download DDC information from console monitors (see Chapter 6.1, Page 42). Reboot CPU if necessary. Pos: 78 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/Störung am USB-HID-Anschluss/477-xx @ 5\mod_1278938993948_6.doc @ 43307 @ 2 @ 1 2015-11-18...
USB device No USB-HID device Connect USB-HID device. without function USB-HID device is not Contact dealer if necessary. supported Pos: 79 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/Störung am seriellen Anschluss/477-xx_COMP @ 5\mod_1291129551234_6.doc @ 45035 @ 2 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Touch screen Hardware handshake Adjust serial interface to X-ON / not operational X-OFF software handshake. Pos: 80 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/Störung am Analog-Audio-Anschluss/477-xx_COMP @ 5\mod_1291129755687_6.doc @ 45057 @ 2 @ 1 Analog Audio Diagnosis Possible Reason Measure CON Unit: No audio connection to ...
No signal / Digital Silence at active Check LEDs at CPU Unit. LEDs 1 OK audio source Check audio format. Change audio input. Pos: 82 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/Störung am USB-HID-Modul-Anschluss/477-xx_COMP @ 5\mod_1291129758421_6.doc @ 45095 @ 2 @ 1 2015-11-18...
LED 2 off and supported also the necessary drivers. USB 2.0 device New connection of the USB 2.0 without function device. Contact dealer if necessary. Pos: 83 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/Störung am USB-2.0-Anschluss/477-xx_COMP @ 6\mod_1299604653562_6.doc @ 49230 @ @ 1 2015-11-18...
/ light supported also the necessary drivers. blue and New connection of the USB 2.0 USB 2.0 device device. without function Contact dealer if necessary. Pos: 84 /806-IHSE/Technische Unterstützung/ATB_Technische Unterstützung @ 5\mod_1278579487089_6.doc @ 42650 @ 122 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Note your RMA number visibly on your shipment. Devices that are sent in without a RMA number cannot be accepted. The shipment will be sent back without being opened, postage unpaid. Pos: 85 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/UEB_Zertifikate @ 5\mod_1278579534933_6.doc @ 42668 @ 1 @ 1 2015-11-18...
Certificates Certificates Pos: 86 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/ATB_Europäische Konformitätserklärung @ 5\mod_1278579640901_6.doc @ 42686 @ 2 @ 1 10.1 CE Declaration Of Conformity The products listed below in the form as delivered comply with the provisions of the following European Directives: 2004/108/EG Council Directive on the approximation of the laws of...
All power supplies are certified to the relevant major international safety standards. Pos: 87 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/ATB_WEEE @ 5\mod_1278579673292_6.doc @ 42704 @ 2 @ 1 10.3 WEEE The manufacturer complies with the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on the prevention of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
Glossary Glossary The following terms are commonly used in this guide or in video and KVM technology: Term Explanation AES/EBU Digital audio standard that is officially known as AES3 and that is used for carrying digital audio signals between devices. Cat X Any Cat 5e (Cat 6, Cat 7) cable Color Graphics Adapter (CGA) is an old analog...
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Draco KVM Extender Term Explanation Dual Link A DVI-D interface for resolutions up to 2560x2048 by signal transmission of up to 330 MPixel/s (24-bit) Dual-Head A system with two video connections Digital video standard, introduced by the Digital Display Working Group (http://www.ddwg.org). Single Link and Dual Link standard are distinguished.
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Glossary Term Explanation Single Link A DVI-D interface for resolutions up to 1920x1200 by signal transmission of up to 165 MPixel/s (24-bit). Alternative frequencies are Full HD (1080p), 2K HD (2048x1080) and 2048x1152. Single-Head A system with one video connection Single-mode 9µ...
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