Page 1 User Manual Edition: 2014-04-15 Draco tera Model: K480 Compact Series Firmware: V03.00 IHSE GmbH Maybachstrasse 11 88094 Oberteuringen Germany info@ihse.de www.ihse.de Tel. +49 7546-9248-0 Fax +49 7546-9248-48...
Page 2 Draco tera Copyright © 2014. All rights reserved. This information may not be reproduced in any manner without the prior written consent of the manufacturer. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Trademarks All trademark and trade names mentioned in this document are acknowledged to be the property of their respective owners.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents About This Manual ............... 8 Scope.................. 8 Validity ................8 Cautions and Notes ............8 Spellings ................8 Safety Instructions ............... 9 Description ................. 10 Application ................ 10 Access Options ..............10 System Overview .............. 11 Product Range ..............12 Options................
Page 4 Draco tera 3.10 SNMP................42 3.11 System Check ..............46 Installation .................. 48 Package Contents............. 48 System Setup..............48 Example Applications............50 4.3.1 KVM Matrix ............51 4.3.2 Parallel Operation (Stacking) ......52 4.3.3 Matrix Grid ............54 Configuration................56 Command Mode ...............
Page 5 Contents CPU Settings ..............116 Console Settings ............. 121 5.9.1 CON Devices ............ 121 5.9.2 Mouse and Keyboard ........126 5.9.3 Extender OSD........... 129 5.9.4 Favorite List Consoles ........132 5.9.5 Console Macros ..........134 5.9.6 Parallel Operation ..........138 5.9.7 Multi-Screen Control .........
Page 6 Draco tera CON Switch ..............185 Multi-Screen Control ............187 USB 2.0 Switching ............188 Presets................189 Serial Interface..............190 Power On and Power Down Functions ......191 6.9.1 Restart .............. 191 6.9.2 Factory Reset............ 192 6.9.3 Power Down............192 6.10 Summary of Keyboard Commands .........
Page 7 North American Regulatory Compliance ......208 11.3 Product Safety ..............208 11.4 WEEE ................209 11.5 RoHS/RoHS 2..............209 Glossary..................210 12.1 Matrix specific Glossary ..........213 Pos: 1 /806-IHSE/Zu diesem Handbuch/ATB_Zu diesem Handbuch @ 5\mod_1278573163276_6.doc @ 41510 @ 1222 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 8: About This Manual
This symbol indicates best practice information to show recommended and optimal ways to use this product in an efficient way. Pos: 2 /806-IHSE/Zu diesem Handbuch/ATB_Schreibweisen @ 7\mod_1309932297321_6.doc @ 52440 @ 2 @ 1 Spellings The following spellings are used in the manual:...
Page 9: Safety Instructions
 Do not attempt to open or repair the Draco tera. There are no user serviceable parts inside.  Please contact your dealer or manufacturer if there is a fault. Pos: 4 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/UEB_Beschreibung @ 5\mod_1278573379151_6.doc @ 41546 @ 1 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 10: Description
Draco tera Description Pos: 5 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Verwendungszweck/480-xxC @ 8\mod_1345731714258_6.doc @ 67732 @ 2 @ 1 Application The Draco tera matrix is used to establish connections from consoles (monitor, keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral devices) to various sources (computer, CPU). In its maximum configuration, up to 48 independent ports can be defined and switched either as a console or a CPU.
Page 11: System Overview
Description Pos: 8 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/System-Übersicht /480-xx @ 7\mod_1309933171196_6.doc @ 52495 @ 2 @ 1 System Overview A Draco tera matrix system consists of a Draco tera matrix and, for KVM applications, one or more CPU Units / CON Units. The Draco tera matrix is connected to the CPU Units / CON Units by interconnect cables or directly to the video devices where used as a video matrix.
Page 12: Product Range
Draco tera matrix with 8 ports, Cat X, redundancy K480-8C option Draco tera matrix with 8 ports, fiber, vario module B480-8F Draco tera matrix with 8 ports, fiber, redundancy K480-8F option Pos: 10 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Zubehör/480-xxC @ 8\mod_1345732015416_6.doc @ 67772 @ 2 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 13: Options
Java-Tool, Extended Switching, Presets 480-B2 480-B1, API 480-B3 SNMP, Syslog 480-B4 Matrix Grid 480-B5 Multi-Screen Control 459-ADAP RJ45/RS232 adapter Pos: 11 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 Pos: 12 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/480_Geräteansichten @ 7\mod_1310643525018_6.doc @ 54278 @ 2 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 14: Device Views
Draco tera Device Views The following views of the Draco tera matrix illustrate the various available chassis types. Pos: 13 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/480-xxC/Draco tera 80 Port @ 9\mod_1361804972253_6.doc @ 71150 @ 3 @ 1 3.6.1 Draco tera 80 Port Front View I/O ports #1-16...
Page 15 Description Rear View Connect to power supply (standard) Connect to power supply (redundancy) Grounding Pos: 14 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 16: Draco Tera 64 Port
Draco tera Pos: 15 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/480-xxC/Draco tera 64 Port @ 9\mod_1361805160557_6.doc @ 71170 @ 3 @ 1 3.6.2 Draco tera 64 Port Front View I/O ports #1-16 I/O ports #49-64 I/O ports #17-32 I/O ports #33-48 Serial connection (RJ45) Network connection (RJ45)
Page 17 Description Rear View Connect to power supply (standard) Connect to power supply (redundancy) Grounding Pos: 16 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 18: Draco Tera 48 Port
Draco tera Pos: 17 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/480-xxC/Draco tera 48 Port @ 8\mod_1345732287371_6.doc @ 67793 @ 3 @ 1 3.6.3 Draco tera 48 Port Front View I/O ports #1-16 I/O ports #17-32 I/O ports #33-48 Serial connection (RJ45) Network connection (RJ45) Rear View...
Page 19 When mounting a Draco tera matrix with 16, 32 and 48 ports into a 19’’ rack, additional mounting support is recommended. It should be used in addition to the provided mounting brackets. Pos: 18 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 20: Draco Tera 32 Port
Draco tera Pos: 19 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/480-xxC/Draco tera 32 Port @ 8\mod_1345732576769_6.doc @ 67813 @ 3 @ 1 3.6.4 Draco tera 32 Port Front View I/O ports #1-16 I/O ports #17-32 Serial connection (RJ45) Network connection (RJ45) Rear View Connect to power supply (standard)
Page 21: Draco Tera 16 Port
Description Pos: 21 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/480-xxC/Draco tera 16 Port @ 8\mod_1345732664643_6.doc @ 67833 @ 3 @ 1 3.6.5 Draco tera 16 Port Front View I/O ports #1-16 Serial connection (RJ45) Network connection (RJ45) Front View Connect to power supply (standard) Connect to power supply (redundancy) Grounding Pos: 22 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1...
Page 22: Draco Tera 8 Port
Network connection (RJ45) Connect to power supply Connect to 5 V DC power supply (redundancy, optional) Pos: 24 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Geräteansichten/480-xxC/Draco tera 8 Port Vario-Modul @ 9\mod_1360654443120_6.doc @ 71129 @ 3 @ 1 3.6.7 Draco tera 8 Port Vario Module Rear View...
Page 23: Diagnostics And Status
Description Diagnostics and Status Pos: 26 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Diagnose LEDs/480-xxC @ 8\mod_1345732828365_6.doc @ 67853 @ 3 @ 1 3.7.1 Status LEDs Draco tera components are fitted with the following LEDs for overall status indication: Front View Front View Draco tera 8 port...
Page 24 Draco tera LAN Port Rear View Status LED 1 Status LED 2 Status LEDs of the LAN port: Pos. LED Status Description Status 1 Connection to network available (orange) No connection to network Status 2 Flashing Data traffic active (green) Data traffic not active I/O Ports Front View...
Page 25 Description Status LEDs at the ports of the I/O boards: Pos. Status Description 1 & 2 Link status Initialization Green Connection via interconnect cable ok, data traffic active Orange Extender not recognized Power Supply Unit Front View Power supply unit 1 status LED Power supply unit 2 status LED Status LEDs of the power supply units: Pos.
Page 26 Operating condition (red) Left fan Operating condition status 2 Fan off (green) Right fan Operating condition status 2 Fan off (green) Right fan Error indication status 1 Operating condition (red) Pos: 27 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 27: Port Status
Description Pos: 28 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Status/Port-Status/480-xxC @ 8\mod_1345734837197_6.doc @ 67873 @ 3 @ 1 3.7.2 Port Status The connections and the switching status between the various consoles and CPUs are shown in this menu. You have the following option to access the menu: Java Tool The current port configuration of the Draco tera is illustrated in this menu.
Page 28 Draco tera Menu Status – Matrix View (example #2) The colors indicate the connection status: Color Description Grey Port not connected Yellow Video connection Green KVM connection Faulty Port Blue Port connected to another matrix via Grid Line 2014-04-15...
Page 29 Description The symbol indicates the extender that is recognized and defined at a certain port: Symbol Description Port connected to a CPU Unit Port is connected to a CPU Unit that is switched to a CON Unit in Private Mode (see Chapter 3.7.4, Page 32). Port connected to a CON Unit Port connected to a CON Unit with Shared Access to a Port is connected to a CON Unit that is connected to a...
Page 30 In order to reload the Matrix View you have the following options: Press <F5> on a connected keyboard   Execute Edit > Reload in the menu bar Press the Button Reload in the tool bar  Pos: 29 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Status/Port-Status Matrix-Grid/480-xx @ 10\mod_1389080726637_6.doc @ 113070 @ 3 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 31: Port Status Matrix Grid
Menu Status – Grid Port View Functions, colors and symbols used in the Grid Port View are identical to those in the port status of the Matrix View see Chapter 3.7.2, Page 27. Pos: 30 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 32: Extender Osd
Draco tera Pos: 31 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Status/Extender-OSD/480-xx @ 7\mod_1317829749536_6.doc @ 54621 @ 3 @ 1 3.7.4 Extender OSD All extenders used with the Draco tera are provided with their own OSD to display the connection status of the console. Example View Extender OSD...
Page 33: Network Status
Page 89) are used, the name of the console with keyboard / mouse control will be displayed on those consoles that do not have current K/M control. The console is displayed in yellow color under Access. Pos: 32 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Status/Netzwerk-Status/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309935505711_6.doc @ 52680 @ 3 @ 1 3.7.5 Network Status The current network configuration is shown in this menu.
Page 34 Draco tera  Select Status > Network in the main menu. Menu Status – Network 2014-04-15...
Page 35 Use the left mouse button to click on the network port of the CPU board. The corresponding network status will be shown on the right hand side of the working area. Pos: 33 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Status/Firmware-Status/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309935560836_6.doc @ 52699 @ 33 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 36: Firmware Status Matrix
Draco tera 3.7.6 Firmware Status Matrix The current firmware status of the installed boards is shown in this menu. You have the following options to access the menu: The following information is shown in this menu: Field Description Name Description of modules Type Type number Ports...
Page 37 Description Java Tool Select Status > Matrix Firmware in the task area. Menu Status – Matrix Firmware In order to read out the firmware status and store it locally (file extension .dtf), select Matrix > Save Firmware Status to File..In order to read out the overall status of the matrix and store it locally (file extension .zip), select Matrix >...
Page 38: Firmware Status Extender
Description of current firmware version Cur. Date Date of current firmware version  Select Status > EXT Firmware in the task area. Menu Status – EXT Firmware Pos: 34 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Funktion Trace/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309935652618_6.doc @ 52718 @ 2 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 39: Trace Function
 Select Status > Trace IO Board in the main menu to check the events on your current I/O board.  Select Status > Trace Matrix to check the matrix events. Pos: 35 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 40: Syslog Monitoring
Draco tera Pos: 36 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/Syslog Monitoring/480-xx @ 8\mod_1351496895799_6.doc @ 69482 @ 2 @ 1 Syslog Monitoring The complete logging of the Draco tera matrix activities, switching operations and surveillance of the function of critical components like fans or power supply units takes place in this menu.
Page 41 Description Options  Select Extras > Options in the menu bar and open the tab Syslog. The following options are available: Option Description Log File Directory Default directory to store the log files Log File Name Default name of the log file Log File Extension Default extension for the log file Daily Logfiles...
Page 42: Snmp
 In order to stop recording messages, press the Pause button. In order to continue press the button again. Pos: 37 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/SNMP/480-xx @ 8\mod_1352794857131_6.doc @ 69602 @ 2 @ 1 3.10 SNMP The SNMP function allows all function-critical and safety-critical elements of the matrix to be monitored and queried.
Page 43 Description In order to activate the SNMP agent, proceed as follows: Select Configuration > SNMP in the main menu. Menu Configuration – SNMP Set the Enable option to Y (Yes) under SNMP Agent. By activating this option, the permission for an active query of the SNMP agent is granted.
Page 44 Draco tera You can select the following traps: Trap Description Status Notification about matrix status Temperature Notification about temperature within the matrix Insert Board Notification about insertion of a new I/O board into a slot Notification about removal of an I/O board out of a Remove Board slot Invalid Board...
Page 45 Set the IP address of the SNMP within SNMP Server. Activate the requested traps. To activate the SNMP agent function or the SNMP server function, a restart of the matrix is required. Pos: 38 /806-IHSE/Beschreibung/System Check/480_xx @ 9\mod_1375105102198_6.doc @ 78732 @ 2 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 46: System Check
Draco tera 3.11 System Check System Check offers a diagnostic function for checking the matrix configuration. The feature indicates suboptimal and faulty settings. System Check is exclusively used for a confidence check and does not make any active changes in the configuration. You have the following option to access the menu: The following configuration parts are checked: ...
Page 47 Description In order to start System Check, proceed as follows:  Select the System Check symbol in the symbol bar. Menu – System Check Pos: 39 /806-IHSE/Installation/UEB_Installation @ 5\mod_1278574971589_6.doc @ 41768 @ 1 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 48: Installation
Draco tera Installation Pos: 40 /806-IHSE/Installation/Lieferumfang prüfen/480-xxC @ 8\mod_1345735167559_6.doc @ 67893 @ 2 @ 1 Package Contents Your package contains the following items:  Draco tera matrix  1x power cord per built-in power supply unit  1x serial control cable ...
Page 49 Connect the CPU Unit to the matrix using the interconnect cables (Cat X). Connect the 5VDC power supply units to the CPU Units. Start the system. Pos: 42 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 50: Example Applications
Draco tera Pos: 43 /806-IHSE/Installation/Installationsbeispiele/UEB_Installationsbeispiele_480-xx @ 7\mod_1311338893738_6.doc @ 54459 @ 2 @ 1 Example Applications The Draco tera supports a wide and flexible range of system configurations: Pos: 44 /806-IHSE/Installation/Installationsbeispiele/480-xxC_Installationsbeispiele @ 8\mod_1345736002254_6.doc @ 67933 @ @ 1 A part of the Draco tera can be configured as a Single-Head work station, a part as Dual-Head, as Quad-Head or even as a video matrix for example.
Page 51: Kvm Matrix
Any signal source can be switched to any number of monitors that will show the video signal at the same time. Audio may also be switched if required. Pos: 47 /806-IHSE/Installation/Installationsbeispiele/480-xx/Parallelbetrieb (Stacking) @ 7\mod_1309936438040_6.doc @ 52846 @ 3 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 52: Parallel Operation (Stacking)
Draco tera 4.3.2 Parallel Operation (Stacking) If you have special configurations, especially at installations with several monitors per work station or additional support of USB 2.0 transmission paths, the number of connectable CPUs and consoles can be increased by a parallel operation (stacking) of several Draco tera devices. One Draco tera matrix is defined as the Master Matrix and its IP address entered into the Master IP Address field (see Chapter 5.4.1, Page 78).
Page 53 Master matrix Synchronized matrix Network connection master matrix / synchronized matrix CON Unit Console (2x monitor, keyboard, mouse) Pos: 48 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 Pos: 49 /806-IHSE/Installation/Installationsbeispiele/480-xx/Matrix-Grid @ 10\mod_1389081890171_6.doc @ 113096 @ 3 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 54: Matrix Grid
Draco tera 4.3.3 Matrix Grid You can use a matrix grid for applications where the required number of ports is not sufficient or important connections need to be made to several matrices to provide redundancy. A matrix grid consists of one master matrix and at least one slave matrix. In its maximum configuration, it can consist of up to 16 matrices.
Page 55 Installation Matrix Grid Pos: 50 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/UEB_Konfiguration @ 5\mod_1278575517073_6.doc @ 41846 @ 1 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 56: Configuration
Draco tera Configuration Pos: 51 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Kommando-Modus/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309936855602_6.doc @ 52882 @ 2 @ 1 Command Mode The Draco tera includes a Command Mode that allows several functions to be controlled by keyboard commands during normal use. To enter Command Mode use a 'Hot Key' sequence and to exit Command Mode, press <Esc>.
Page 57 In order to set a 'Hot Key' back to default settings of the extender, press the key combination <Right Shift> + <Del> within 5 s after switching on the CON Unit or plugging in a keyboard. Pos: 52 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Ansteuerung/480-xx/Ansteuerungsoptionen @ 7\mod_1309936958868_6.doc @ 52902 @ 2 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 58: Control Options
 via Java Tool  via serial interface Pos: 53 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Ansteuerung/480-xx/Ansteuerung via OSD @ 7\mod_1309937635540_6.doc @ 52920 @ 3 @ 1 5.2.1 Control via OSD Via OSD (On-Screen-Display) you set the configuration of the Draco tera operating system. The settings of the Configuration menu are described below.
Page 59 Configuration Leaving OSD  Press <Esc> in the main menu or simultaneously <Left Shift> + <Esc> anywhere within the OSD. The OSD will be closed without any further changes and the currently active CPU connection will be displayed. Menu Structure Example View The general layout of the OSD is structured into three areas: ...
Page 60 Draco tera Keyboard control You can select the following keyboard commands: Function Keyboard Command Left cursor - only within an input field or a <Cursor Left> switching screen Right Cursor - only within an input field or a <Cursor Right> switching screen ...
Page 61 Configuration Sorting Function Lists and tables in the Java Tool offer a sorting function for fast and smooth search. The following sorting functions are available: Function Keyboard Command Sort ID numbers in descending order by <F1> pressing the keyboard command once. Sort ID numbers in ascending order by pressing the keyboard command twice (ID).
Page 62 In order to log out a user, press <F10> again. For security reasons, please change the administrator password as soon as possible (see Chapter 5.4.1, Page 78). Pos: 54 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Ansteuerung/480-xx/Ansteuerung via Java-Tool @ 7\mod_1309937697743_6.doc @ 52938 @ 3 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 63: Control Via Java Tool
Configuration 5.2.2 Control via Java Tool Requirements If you want to use the Java Tool, the following requirements have to be fulfilled:  Computer with an executable Java Tool and an installed Java Runtime Environment (JRE, version 1.6 or higher) ...
Page 64 Draco tera Connection to the Matrix At least FTP rights are required. Open the Java Tool. Select Matrix > Connect in the menu bar. Enter the IP address in the popup input field according to the network configuration of the Draco tera (see Chapter 5.2.3, Page 72). Enter the user name and password for the Draco tera (see Chapter 5.4.1, Page 78).
Page 65 Configuration Menu structure Example View (System – System Data) The menu structure of the Java Tools is subdivided into various sections:  Menu bar (top line)  Toolbar (second line)  Tab bar (third line)  Task area (left menu section) ...
Page 66 Draco tera Mouse Control You can select the following mouse commands: Function Mouse Command Menu selection, marking Left mouse button Open function specific selection menus Double click left mouse button Open context specific selection menus Right mouse button Keyboard Control You can select the following keyboard commands: Function Keyboard Command...
Page 67 Configuration Reload Options The information shown in the Java Tool can be reloaded in different ways.  Via <F5> on the used keyboard  Via Edit > Reload in the menu bar  Via "Reload"-Symbol in the symbol bar Context Function The Java Tool offers several context functions that support user-friendly and effective operation.
Page 68 Draco tera An active filter is indicated by an asterix in the header. The filter function is based on the functional principle of common web search engines. Offline Configuration Configuration and system settings via Java Tool can be changed in offline mode without a direct connection between matrix and Java Tool.
Page 69 Configuration Online Configuration Configurations and system settings can be also edited via Java tool in online mode with an active connection between matrix and Java tool. Menu System – System Data In order to edit a configuration in online mode, proceed as follows: Select the menu item Matrix >...
Page 70 Draco tera Options menu The Java Tool can be adapted and customised by editing various default settings. In order to activate or change the default settings, proceed as follows:  Select Extras > Options in the menu bar. The Default Settings tab will open.
Page 71 The report will be created as a PDF file. Menu File > Report The report function can be used in both online or offline mode of the Java Tool. Pos: 55 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Ansteuerung/480-xx/Ansteuerung via serieller Schnittstelle @ 7\mod_1309937747180_6.doc @ 52956 @ 3 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 72: Control Via Serial Interface
 Assign virtual CPUs to real CPUs.  Assign real consoles to virtual consoles. Pos: 57 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Zuordnung/480-xx/Virtuelle CPU @ 7\mod_1309937891305_6.doc @ 53012 @ 3 @ 1 5.3.1 Virtual CPU You can assign virtual to real CPUs in this menu. With this function the effort of switching several consoles to the same CPU can be reduced.
Page 73 Configuration  Select Assignments > Virtual CPU Devices in the main menu. Menu Assignments – Virtual CPU Devices For an assignment, proceed as follows: Select the virtual CPU in the Virtual Devices list that has to be assigned to a real CPU. Press the Edit button.
Page 74 Draco tera Java Tool  Select Assignment > Virtual CPU Devices in the task area. Menu Assignment – Virtual CPU Devices For an assignment, proceed as follows: Select a virtual CPU in the Virtual CPU list. Double click in the Real CPU column to display a list of all available real CPUs.
Page 75: Virtual Console
CPU.  Use the right mouse button to select the respective console or CPU and select Open CON Device or Open CPU Device. Pos: 58 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Zuordnung/480-xx/Virtuelle Konsole @ 7\mod_1309937842805_6.doc @ 52994 @ 3 @ 1 5.3.2 Virtual Console You can assign real consoles to virtual consoles in this menu.
Page 76 Draco tera  Select Assignments > Virtual CON Devices in the main menu. Menu Assignments – Virtual CON Devices For an assignment, proceed as follows: Select the real console in the Real Devices list that has to be assigned to a virtual CPU. Press the Edit button.
Page 77 Configuration Java Tool  Select Assignment > Virtual CON Devices in the task area. Menu Assignment – Virtual CON Devices In order to place an assignment, proceed as follows: Select the required real console in the Real Console table. Double click in the Virtual Console column to display a list of all available virtual consoles.
Page 78: System Settings
Draco tera. The configuration of the system settings can only be done by users with administrator rights. Pos: 60 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Systemeinstellung/480-xx/System Data @ 7\mod_1309938005493_6.doc @ 53050 @ 3 @ 1 5.4.1 System Data The system configuration is set in this menu.
Page 79 Configuration Field Selection Description Load Default activated Starting the matrix after a restart or a switch-on with the default configuration. deactivated Starting the matrix after a restart or a switch-on with the last saved configuration (default). Auto Save Save the current configuration of the matrix activated in the flash memory periodically.
Page 80 Draco tera Field Selection Description Ivalid IO- activated Keep I/O boards with incorrect or invalid Boards firmware online in the matrix. deactivated Shut down I/O boards with incorrect or invalid firmware automatically (default). Hor. Mouse Adjustment of the horizontal mouse speed, Speed 1/x 1 = slow, 9 = fast (default value: 4) Ver.
Page 81 Configuration You can select the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes Java Tool Menu System – System Data Pos: 61 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 82: Automatic Id
Draco tera Pos: 62 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Systemeinstellung/480-xx/Automatic ID @ 7\mod_1309938041118_6.doc @ 53068 @ 3 @ 1 5.4.2 Automatic ID Settings for automatic creation of CPU and CON Devices when a new extender unit is connected are made in this menu. You have the following options to access the menu:...
Page 83 Configuration  Select Configuration > System in the main menu. Menu Configuration – System You can select the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes 2014-04-15...
Page 84 Draco tera Java Tool  Select the tab Automatic ID in System > System Data. Menu System – Automatic ID Pos: 63 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 85: Access
Configuration Pos: 64 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Systemeinstellung/480-xx/Zugang @ 7\mod_1309938080446_6.doc @ 53086 @ 3 @ 1 5.4.3 Access The access configuration is set in this menu. You have the following options to access the menu: You can select the following settings: Field Selection Description...
Page 86 Draco tera Field Selection Description Auto activated Upon opening the OSD, the console will Disconnect be automatically disconnected from the current CPU. deactivated Function not active (default) OSD Timeout 0-999 Period of inactivity after which OSD will seconds be closed automatically. ...
Page 87 Configuration  Select Configuration > Access in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Access You can select the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes 2014-04-15...
Page 88 Draco tera Java Tool  Select System > Access in the task area. Menu System – Access Pos: 65 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Systemeinstellung/480-xx/Switch @ 7\mod_1309938125852_6.doc @ 53104 @ 3 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 89: Switch
Configuration 5.4.4 Switch The configuration of the switching parameters is set in this menu. You have the following options to access the menu: You can select the following settings: Field Selection Description Video Sharing activated The user can switch to any CPU as an observer, including ones that are already assigned to another user (observer without keyboard/mouse access).
Page 90 Draco tera Field Selection Description CPU Auto activated If a console is not connected to a CPU, Connect you can establish an automatic connection to the next available CPU by hitting any key or mouse button. deactivated Function not active (default) CPU Timeout 0 –...
Page 91 Configuration  Select Configuration > Switch in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Switch You can select the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes 2014-04-15...
Page 92 Draco tera Java Tool  Select System > Switch in the task area. Menu System – Switch Pos: 66 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 93: Network
Configuration Pos: 67 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Systemeinstellung/480-xx/Netzwerk (Network) @ 7\mod_1309938178305_6.doc @ 53122 @ 3 @ 1 5.4.5 Network The network configuration is set in this menu. You have the following options to access the menu: You can select the following settings: Field Selection...
Page 94 Draco tera Field Selection Description Trace Activate debug messages in Trace (default: NO) Note: The debug messages are exclusively for matrix diagnostics. They only should be activated after consultation with the manufacturer. Otherwise an increased traffic of data might limit the performance of the CPU board.
Page 95 Configuration  Select Configuration > Network in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Network You can select the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes 2014-04-15...
Page 96 Draco tera Java Tool  Select System > Network in the task area. Menu System – Network Pos: 68 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 97: Date And Time
Configuration Pos: 69 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/Systemeinstellung/480-xx/Datum und Uhrzeit @ 7\mod_1309938224352_6.doc @ 53140 @ 3 @ 1 5.4.6 Date and Time Date and Time are set in this menu, based on Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP). You have the following options to access the menu:...
Page 98 Draco tera  Select Configuration > Date+Time in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Date + Time In order to configure a time server, proceed as follows: Set the SNTP Client option to Y (Yes). Enter the IP address of your SNTP server in the SNTP Server field. Select your time zone in the Time Zone field.
Page 99 Set the current time in the Day and Time field. Press the Apply button to set the system time. Option: If you want to receive the time from your currently used computer, press the Get Local Time button. Pos: 70 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 100: User Settings
Draco tera Pos: 71 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Benutzereinstellungen/480-xx/Benutzereinstellungen @ 7\mod_1309938277711_6.doc @ 53160 @ 2 @ 1 User Settings You have the option to configure the following user settings: Pos: 72 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Benutzereinstellungen/480-xx/User @ 7\mod_1309938316977_6.doc @ 53178 @ 3 @ 1 5.5.1 User New users and their user settings and permissions are set in this menu.
Page 101 Configuration  Select Configuration > User in the main menu. Menu Configuration – User You can select the following buttons: Button Function Create a new user Edit Edit an existing user Delete Delete an existing user Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes 2014-04-15...
Page 102 Draco tera Java Tool  Select Definition > User in the task area. Menu Definition – User You can select the following buttons: Button Function Open a new user configuration Delete Delete an existing user Apply Create a new user account Cancel Reject changes In order to configure a user access rights for CPUs, proceed as follows:...
Page 103: Favorite List Users
<V> Add CPU to list No Access <N> Pos: 73 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Benutzereinstellungen/480-xx/Favoritenliste Benutzer @ 7\mod_1321429770828_6.doc @ 54740 @ 3 @ 1 5.5.2 Favorite List Users Individual favorite lists of CPUs that will be switched frequently can be created for different users in this menu. A favorite list can contain up to eight different CPUs.
Page 104 Draco tera  Select Assignments > User Favorites in the main menu. Menu Assignments – User Favorites To create a favorite list for you own user, proceed as follows: Select a CPU to be moved to the favourite list on the CPU Devices list.
Page 105 In order to remove marked CPU Devices from the favorite list, press the < button. If you press the << button, all CPU Devices will be removed from the favorite list. Pos: 74 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Benutzereinstellungen/480-xx/Benutzer-Makros @ 7\mod_1330938207784_6.doc @ 57881 @ 3 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 106: User Macros
Draco tera 5.5.3 User Macros In this menu macro commands for switching, disconnection or user administration can be created. Macro commands are created for each user separately. A macro can execute up to 16 switching commands successively. The execution of the macros is done via 'Hot Key' and the <F1>-<F16> function keys (see Chapter 6.1.3, Page 174).
Page 107 Configuration Field Selection Description Get (P1=CON) The user’s console gets a KVM connection to the CPU that is currently connected to console P1. The connection of console P1 is changed into a video only connection. Get Video The user’s console gets a video only (P1=CON) connection to the CPU that is currently connected to console P1.
Page 108 Draco tera  Select via Configuration > User Macros in the main menu the user for which a user macro has to be created. Menu Configuration – User Macros In order to create a macro for the selected user, proceed as follows: Select in the Key field the function key (F1-F16) for which a macro has to be created.
Page 109 Configuration Java-Tool  Select in the working area of the Definition > User menu the user for which macros are to be created and open the Macros tab. Menu Definition – User In order to create a macro for the selected user, proceed as follows: Select in the Key field the function key (F1-F16) for which a macro has to be created.
Page 110: Extender Settings
Key Macros function and you can reset all macros of the selected key by using the Reset Key Macros function. Pos: 75 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Extender-Einstellungen/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309938366618_6.doc @ 53197 @ 2 @ 1 Extender Settings All extender units are managed in this menu. This includes the creation of new extender units and the deletion of existing extender units.
Page 111 Configuration  Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu. Menu Configuration – EXT Units You can select the following buttons: Button Function Create a new extender unit Edit Edit an existing extender unit Delete Delete an existing extender unit Cancel Reject changes Save...
Page 112: Flex-Port Extender Units
This is the Flex Port function of the matrix. The connection of a fixed port extender unit (e. g. USB 2.0) to a Flex-Port can cause unintended results. Pos: 76 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 113: Usb-2.0-Extender
Configuration Pos: 77 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_USB-Extender/USB-2.0-Extender anlegen @ 10\mod_1389085100598_6.doc @ 113124 @ 2 @ 1 USB-2.0-Extender This chapter helps you to configure and use your USB 2.0 extenders. These extenders will have to be connected to standard I/O boards in this case. USB 2.0 extenders can be configured for independent switching or can be assigned to already existing KVM extenders.
Page 114 Draco tera Enter the port number of the matrix physically connected to the USB 2.0 extender unit into the Port field. In order to configure the created extender as a CON Unit, set the USB-CON (standalone) option to Y (C#1 in the Input Signals column) and confirm by pressing the Okay button.
Page 115 Configuration Java Tool  Select Definition > EXT Units in the task area. Menu Definition – EXT Units Press the New button. A popup window opens. Select (Templates) in the selection box, if you want to use a template for a USB 2.0 CON Unit (USB CON Unit) or a USB 2.0 CPU Unit (USB CPU Unit).
Page 116: Cpu Settings
In order to make a fixed port available again for Flex-Port extender units after deleting a fixed port extender unit, a restart of the I/O board is necessary. Pos: 78 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_CPU-Einstellungen/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309938442055_6.doc @ 53216 @ 2 @ 1 CPU Settings New CPU devices are configured in this menu including their assignment to extenders.
Page 117 Configuration Field Selection Description Allow Private activated Allow switching to the respective CPU Device in Private Mode deactivated Function not active (default). Force Private activated Force switching to the respective CPU only in Private Mode. deactivated Function not active (default). Fix Frame activated Force showing a red frame when...
Page 118 Draco tera You can select the following buttons: Button Function New R. Create a new real CPU Device New V. Create a new virtual CPU Device Edit Edit an existing CPU Device Delete Delete an existing CPU Device Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes Java Tool...
Page 119 Configuration You can select the following buttons: Button Function Open a new CPU Device Delete Delete a new CPU Device Apply Confirm a created CPU Device Cancel Reject changes > Assign selected extender units >> Assign all available extender units <...
Page 120 Select one or more extenders in the Extender assigned list. Remove the assignment with the < button. To remove all existing assignments, press the << button. Confirm the removal with the Apply button. Pos: 79 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Konsolen-Einstellungen/480-xx/Konsolen-Einstellungen @ 7\mod_1309938518774_6.doc @ 53236 @ 2 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 121: Console Settings
Configuration Console Settings You have the option to perform the following console settings: Pos: 80 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Konsolen-Einstellungen/480-xx/CON Devices @ 7\mod_1309938548274_6.doc @ 53254 @ 3 @ 1 5.9.1 CON Devices New CON Devices are created in this menu including access rights and assignment to extenders.
Page 122 Draco tera Field Selection Description Allow CPU activated Allow a scan mode with an automatic Scan change of the video signal for the favorite list (CPU Devices) of the respective console or a logged in user. deactivated Function not active (default). Force CPU Force a scan mode with an automatic activated...
Page 123 Configuration  Select Configuration > CON Devices in the main menu. Menu Configuration – CON Devices You can select the following buttons: Button Function New R. Create a real console New V. Create a virtual console Edit Edit an existing console Delete Delete an existing console Cancel...
Page 124 Draco tera Java Tool  Select Definition > CON Devices in the task area. Menu Definition – CON Devices You can select the following buttons: Button Function Open a new CON Device Delete Delete a new CON Device Apply Confirm a created CON Device Cancel Reject changes >...
Page 125 Configuration You can select the following keyboard commands: Function Keyboard Command Decrease assignment number of the extender <+> unit Increase assignment number of the extender <-> unit In order to create a new console, proceed as follows: Press the New button. Select a real console (Create a real Console) or a virtual console (Create a virtual Console) or a template of an existing console (Choose template).
Page 126: Mouse And Keyboard
<V> Add CPU to list No Access <N> Pos: 81 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Konsolen-Einstellungen/480-xx/Maus und Tastatur @ 7\mod_1309938591211_6.doc @ 53272 @ 3 @ 1 5.9.2 Mouse and Keyboard The OSD configuration for mouse and keyboard is made in this menu. You have the following options to access the menu:...
Page 127 Configuration  Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu. Menu Configuration – EXT Units You can select the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes 2014-04-15...
Page 128 Draco tera Java Tool  Select Definition > EXT Units in the task area. Mouse and keyboard settings are made in the OSD Data tab. Menu Definition – EXT Units Pos: 82 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 129: Extender Osd
Configuration Pos: 83 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Konsolen-Einstellungen/480-xx/Extender OSD @ 8\mod_1351502028499_6.doc @ 69501 @ 3 @ 1 5.9.3 Extender OSD In this menu the settings for the Extender OSD can be adjusted. These are local settings that can be made individually for each console.
Page 130 Draco tera  Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu. Menu Configuration – EXT Units In order to change the Extender OSD settings, proceed as follows: Select the console extender in the EXT Units list whose Extender OSD settings has to be adjusted. When confirming the selection by pressing <Enter>, the respective console extender will be enabled for editing.
Page 131 Select the console extender in the EXT Units list for which the Extender OSD settings are to be adjusted. Open the Extender OSD Data tab. Adjust the desired settings and confirm your changes by pressing the Apply button. Pos: 84 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 132: Favorite List Consoles
Draco tera Pos: 85 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Konsolen-Einstellungen/480-xx/Favoritenliste Konsolen @ 7\mod_1321435290266_6.doc @ 54758 @ 3 @ 1 5.9.4 Favorite List Consoles Individual favorite lists of CPUs to be switched frequently can be created for all consoles in this menu. A favorite list can contain up to 16 different CPUs.
Page 133 Configuration To create a favorite list for your own console, proceed as follows: Select a CPU to be moved to the favorite list on the CPU Devices list. Press <a> to move a CPU Device to the favorite list. Press <r> to remove a CPU from the favorite list.
Page 134: Console Macros
To remove marked CPU Devices from the favorite list, press the < button. If you press the << button, all CPU Devices will be removed from the favorite list. Pos: 86 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Konsolen-Einstellungen/480-xx/Konsolen-Makros @ 7\mod_1330939768963_6.doc @ 57900 @ 3 @ 1 5.9.5 Console Macros In this menu macro commands for switching, disconnection or user administration can be created.
Page 135 Configuration Field Selection Description Push Video The video signal of the current (P1=CON) connection (KVM or video only) is forwarded to console P1. The connection remains unchanged (KVM or video only). Get (P1=CON) The console gets a KVM connection to the CPU that is currently connected to console P1.
Page 136 Draco tera  Select via Configuration > CON Macros in the main menu the console for which a console macro is to be created. Menu Configuration – CON Macros In order to create a macro for the selected console, proceed as follows: Select in the Key field the function key (F1-F16) for which a macro should be created.
Page 137 Configuration Java-Tool  Select the console in the working area of the Definition > CON Devices menu for which a macro has to be created and open the Macros tab. Menu Definition – CON Devices In order to create a macro for the selected console, proceed as follows: Select in the Key field the function key (F1-F16) for which a macro has to be created.
Page 138: Parallel Operation
Paste Key Macros function and you can reset all macros of the selected key by using the Reset Key Macros function. Pos: 87 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Konsolen-Einstellungen/480-xx/Konkurrierende Bedienung @ 9\mod_1375170037949_6.doc @ 79211 @ 3 @ 1 5.9.6 Parallel Operation This menu enables parallel operation of a CPU Device by two or more CON Devices.
Page 139 Configuration  Select Configuration > Switch in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Switch In order to configure parallel operation, proceed as follows: Activate the Enable Video Sharing function. Activate the Force Connect function. Activate the Keyboard Connect function, if taking over control by a keyboard event should be possible.
Page 140 Activate the Mouse Connect function, if taking over control by a keyboard movement should be possible. Define a Release Time of inactivity (0 - 999 sec.) after which control can be taken over. Pos: 88 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Konsolen-Einstellungen/480-xx/Multi-Screen-Kontrolle @ 8\mod_1360595667772_6.doc @ 71051 @ 3 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 141: Multi-Screen Control
Configuration 5.9.7 Multi-Screen Control This menu configures the USB-HID switching operation, allowing a CON Device with several monitors to control several connected sources (computers, CPUs). Smooth switching can be performed for up to four connected sources by dragging the mouse pointer beyond the respective monitor to an adjacent one.
Page 142 Draco tera  Select Assignments > Multi-Screen Control in the main menu. Menu Assignments – Multi-Screen Control In order to configure the Multi-Screen Control, proceed as follows: In the Arrangement field, select the layout for the CON Device you want to configure (1 x 4 or 2 x 2). The fields for the configuration of the individual displays will be arranged accordingly.
Page 143 Configuration When using the Owner function, you can determine which control display is permitted for USB-HID switching to the different displays. Select that display from the list. In order to make a display accessible to all neighboring control displays, set the Owner function to shared. Use the Frame function to configure a red frame that shows the current display with mouse control after the expiration of a selectable timer.
Page 144 The frame to fade in can be individually activated by using a timer >0 seconds. Pos: 89 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Speichern und Laden von Konfigurationen/480-xx/Speichern und Laden von Konfigurationen @ 7\mod_1309938757899_6.doc @ 53292 @ 2 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 145: Saving And Loading Of Configurations
(see Chapter 5.3.2, Page 75). Pos: 91 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Speichern und Laden von Konfigurationen/480-xx/Speichern von Konfigurationen (intern) @ 7\mod_1309938789321_6.doc @ 53310 @ 3 @ 1 5.10.2 Saving of Configurations (internal) In this menu the current matrix configuration is saved to predefined storage locations.
Page 146 Draco tera The storage location to be overwritten by the current configuration must be selected explicitly. The current configuration will be saved to this storage location and will be shown immediately in the menu. The previously saved configuration saved to this storage location is deleted. You have the possibility to save the created configuration within eight storage locations in the matrix (File #1 –...
Page 147 Next button. Select the storage location in that the configuration has to be saved (default or config01 – config08) and confirm with the OK button. Menu File – Upload Pos: 92 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 148: Loading Of Configurations (Internal)
Draco tera Pos: 93 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Speichern und Laden von Konfigurationen/480-xx/Laden von Konfigurationen (intern) @ 7\mod_1309938889118_6.doc @ 53346 @ 3 @ 1 5.10.3 Loading of Configurations (internal) Previously saved configurations are loaded in this menu. You have the following options to load configurations from files: In Active, the currently loaded configuration is displayed.
Page 149 Java Tool Select Administration > Activate Configuration during online-mode in the task area Select the desired configuration. Load the configuration by pressing the Activate button. Menu Administration – Activate Configuration Pos: 94 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 150: Saving Of Configurations (External)
Draco tera Pos: 95 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Speichern und Laden von Konfigurationen/480-xx/Speichern von Konfigurationen (extern) @ 7\mod_1309938846930_6.doc @ 53328 @ 3 @ 1 5.10.4 Saving of Configurations (external) Configurations can be saved as a files that can be stored independent of the matrix.
Page 151: Loading Of Configurations (External)
Confirm the process with the Activate button. The opened configuration is activated. Menu File – Open… Pos: 97 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Export und Import von Listen/480-xx/Export und Import von Listen @ 7\mod_1309939181868_6.doc @ 53390 @ 2 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 152: Export And Import Options
You have the following option to export or import configuration lists: Pos: 98 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Export und Import von Listen/480-xx/Export von Listen @ 7\mod_1309939231696_6.doc @ 53408 @ 3 @ 1 5.11.1 Export Options Configuration lists are exported in this menu. In order to export, proceed as follows: Select File >...
Page 153: 5.11.2 Import Options
Configuration Pos: 99 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Export und Import von Listen/480-xx/Import von Listen @ 7\mod_1309939264649_6.doc @ 53426 @ 3 @ 1 5.11.2 Import Options Configuration lists are imported in this menu. In order to import, proceed as follows: Select File > Import in the menu bar of an offline configuration.
Page 154: Matrix Cascading
Draco tera 5.12 Matrix Cascading This simple method of cascading allows a switchable connection between two matrices via so called Tie Lines. The Matrix Cascading does not require Bundle 4. This kind of configuration may become necessary, if the number of ports in the entire system has to be increased or if certain important connections should be distributed to several matrices due to reasons of redundancy.
Page 155 Configuration  Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu of the master matrix. Menu Configuration - EXT Units Press the New button. A new Extender Unit will be created that is needed for the connection of Tie Lines. Enter an appropriate extender name into the Name field.
Page 156 Draco tera If you have created a Master/Slave CON Unit, select Configuration > CON Devices in the main menu of the master matrix and press the New R button. A switchable CON Device will be created. If you have created a Master/Slave CPU Unit, select Configuration > CPU Devices in the main menu of the master matrix and press the New R button.
Page 157 Configuration Java Tool Connect to the Master Matrix and activate the Online Configuration Mode. Select the menu Definition > EXT Units in the task area and press the New button. A popup window opens. Menu Definition - EXT Units If the Tie Line should be directed from the Sub to the Master, select Master/Slave CON Unit in the Choose Extender Type selection box.
Page 158: Matrix Grid
The Matrix Cascading is now configured and can be used. Additional Tie Lines are configured accordingly. The use of cascading is described in Chapter 6.1.4, Page 175. Pos: 101 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Matrix/Matrix-Grid @ 10\mod_1389091114008_6.doc @ 113198 @ 2 @ 1 5.13 Matrix Grid In this menu you can configure a Matrix Grid in order to connect two or more matrices.
Page 159 Configuration The number of Grid Lines in the system specifies, if a CON Device can be switched to a CPU Device in Non-Blocking Access or in Blocking Access and has to be separately determined for each Grid environment. In this case Non-Blocking Access means that a Grid Line for a cross- matrix switching operation of a CON Device to a CPU Device is available at any time.
Page 160 Draco tera General Preparation The following requirements have to be fulfilled before starting the Matrix Grid configuration: The Matrix Grid function (Bundle 4) must be activated on all matrices to be connected to the Grid by a license key (see Chapter 5.15, Page 170).
Page 161 Configuration Enter a unique name for each matrix into the Device field. Each name only may exist once within the Matrix Grid. Enter a unique Grid name into the Name field. The Grid name has to be same within all Grid matrices. Select Configuration >...
Page 162  In order to use the Matrix Grid execute the configuration wizard in the menu System > Matrix Grid. It guides you through the configuration of Matrix-Grids. Menu System – Matrix Grid Pos: 102 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Firmware Aktualisierung/480-xx/Firmware-Aktualisierung @ 7\mod_1313482000731_6.doc @ 54542 @ 233 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 163: Firmware Update
Configuration 5.14 Firmware Update 5.14.1 Matrix Update The firmware of the matrix can be updated in this menu. You have the following option to access the menu: Java Tool Only use computers to update the matrix that are not integrated into the KVM extender / matrix setup.
Page 164 Draco tera Performing the Update Take the following steps in order to be prepared for the matrix update: Select Administration > Update Matrix Firmware in the task area. All updateable components of the matrix will be automatically selected and highlighted in green. Menu Administration –...
Page 165: 5.14.2 Extender Update
Configuration 5.14.2 Extender Update The firmware of the extenders connected to the matrix can be updated in this menu. You have the following option to access the menu: Preparation Take the following steps in order to be prepared for the extender update: Save the matrix configuration externally (see Chapter 3.9, Page 40).
Page 166 Draco tera Performing the Update in Standard Mode (parallel Update) Select Administration > Update EXT Firmware in the task area. The standard mode for the parallel update will be selected by default and the Upload Firmware tab will be opened. Menu Administration –...
Page 167 Configuration After finishing the upload process successful completion will be confirmed by a popup message. If you want to directly start the actual update process, you will have to confirm this by pressing the Yes button. You will be immediately forwarded to the Update Firmware tab.
Page 168 Draco tera Performing the Update in Expert Mode (sequential Update) Take the following steps in order to be prepared for the extender update: Select Administration > Update EXT Firmware and select Expert Mode in the upper part of the working area. All updateable extenders will be automatically selected and highlighted in green.
Page 169 Verify after the update in the Java tool via Administration > Update EXT Firmware in the Protocol tab of the Expert Mode, if the updates for all extenders have been installed correctly. Pos: 103 /806-IHSE/Konfiguration/480_Lizenzmanagement/480-xx @ 8\mod_1352795644169_6.doc @ 69622 @ 2 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 170: License Management
License Key field. In order to activate the license key press the Activate button. The new functions will be immediately enabled, a restart of the matrix will not be necessary. Pos: 104 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/UEB_Betrieb @ 5\mod_1278577614980_6.doc @ 41970 @ 1 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 171: Operation
Operation Operation Pos: 105 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309939496086_6.doc @ 53444 @ @ 1 The Draco tera can be operated in three different ways: 1. Direct Switching  via a keyboard connected to a CON port and the favorites  by a macro keyboard connected to a console port 2.
Page 172: Operation Via 'Hot Keys
Draco tera Pos: 107 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Bedienung über HotKeys/480-xx/UEB_Bedienung_über_Hotkeys @ 7\mod_1309939558243_6.doc @ 53464 @ 2 @ 1 Operation via 'Hot Keys' Pos: 108 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Bedienung über HotKeys/480-xxC_Direktumschaltung @ 8\mod_1345793277182_6.doc @ 68001 @ 3 @ 1 6.1.1 Direct Switching The direct switching by favorites on a keyboard is the fastest possibility for a user to switch at his console between different CPUs.
Page 173 Shift and Scroll LEDs on the keyboard will flash, if Command Mode is activated. Press the key <Backspace> of your keyboard. The Command Mode is closed and the console is disconnected from the previous connected CPU. Pos: 109 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 174: Scan Mode
Optimal results can be achieved by the use of as identical resolutions as possible. This contributes to a smooth and seamless function of the scan mode. Pos: 111 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Bedienung über HotKeys/480-xxC_Funktionstasten <F1> - <F16> @ 8\mod_1345793800423_6.doc @ 68021 @ 3 @ 1 6.1.3 Function Keys <F1>–<F16>...
Page 175: Addressing Of Main And Sub Matrices
Operation Pos: 113 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Bedienung über HotKeys/480-xx/Adressierung von Main-Matrix und Sub-Matrix @ 7\mod_1309940780680_6.doc @ 53526 @ 3 @ 1 6.1.4 Addressing of Main and Sub Matrices The Draco tera can be cascaded over two levels. You can either send the commands (including opening the OSD) to the main or the sub matrix.
Page 176: Kvm-Switching
Draco tera Pos: 115 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/KVM-Schaltung/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309940863555_6.doc @ 53563 @ 22 @ 1 KVM-Switching You have the following option to perform switching operations with the Draco tera:  Select Switch in the main menu. By pressing <F8>, inactive CPU Devices can be hidden in order to ensure a better overview.
Page 177 Operation Switching operations from the own CON Device can only be performed on CPU Devices that are available in the CPU Devices list. Listed CPU Devices highlighted in red color are currently connected in Private Mode and are blocked by the connected CON Device. Switching via Selection List for CPU Devices The matrix offers the ability to execute KVM switching operations by means of a selection list for CPU Devices next to the OSD in full screen.
Page 178 Draco tera Example view Selection list CPU Devices Activating the automatical Scan Mode for CPU Devices The matrix offers the ability to use a scan mode based on the favorite list of each console or user. Scan mode allows the matrix to switch in sequence between the CPU Devices in the favorite list within a predefined time.
Page 179: Extended Switching
Operation Select one of the CPU Devices in the CPU selection list that are defined in your favorite list. Confirm your selection by pressing the CPU Scanner button. The scan will automatically start. If you have enabled the Force CPU Scan option, the scan will automatically start after switching the respective CON Device to any CPU Device from the favorite list without the need to press the CPU Scanner button.
Page 180 Draco tera Menu Extended Switch Select in the CON Devices list on the left hand side that one that should be switched to a CPU Device and open it by pressing <Enter>. Select in the CPU Devices list on the left hand side that one that should be connected to the open CON Device.
Page 181 Operation Field Description CPU device Assigned physical extender unit (CPU Unit) CPU assigned Real CPU Device that is assigned to a virtual CPU Device Currently connected CON Device connected CPU status Current connection status (CPU Device) EXT list List of all available physical extender units (CPU Units) You can select the following switching functions: Function...
Page 182 Draco tera Java Tool You have two options to perform switching operations for the Draco tera via Java Tool: Possibility 1:  Select Control > Extended Switch in the task area. Menu Control – Extended Switch All connected consoles and the associated CPU connections are shown in columns in the working area in this menu.
Page 183 Operation  In order to set a KVM connection between a console and a CPU, double-click on the corresponding selection box within the Full Access column and select the requested CPU.  In order to set a video connection between a console and a CPU, double-click on the corresponding selection box within the Video Only column and select the requested CPU.
Page 184 Draco tera Possibility 2:  Select Status > Matrix View in the task area or select Status > Grid Port View when using a Matrix Grid. Menu Status – Matrix View In order to perform switching operations between CON and CPU Devices proceed as follows: Move the mouse cursor to the port that has to be switched.
Page 185: Con Switch
Pos: 116 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/480_CON Switch/480_CON Switch @ 9\mod_1375172364133_6.doc @ 79232 @ 2 @ 1 CON Switch KVM extender CON Units connected to a local source (computer, CPU) can be locally switched via the matrix.
Page 186 Draco tera  Select Switch in the main menu. Menu – CON Switch In order to switch to a local source, proceed as follows: If you are not in the Switch menu of the OSD, start Command Mode with the 'Hot Key' (see Chapter 5.1, Page 56). Press <o>...
Page 187: Multi-Screen Control
Switching to the local source <'Hot Key'>, <l>, <Enter> (computer, CPU) Pos: 117 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/480_Multi-Screen_Kontrolle/480_Multi-Screen-Kontrolle @ 8\mod_1360600488238_6.doc @ 71072 @ 2 @ 1 Multi-Screen Control The Multi-Screen function contains a switching of the USB-HID signal between different statically connected sources (computer, CPU) within a...
Page 188: Usb 2.0 Switching
<current 'Hot Key'>, Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #4 <Num 4> Pos: 118 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/USB-2.0-Umschaltung/480_USB-2.0-Umschaltung @ 8\mod_1345794455672_6.doc @ 68043 @ 2 @ 1 USB 2.0 Switching Switching of USB 2.0 extender basically works like switching of KVM extenders. The following scenarios to switch USB 2.0 extenders are possible.
Page 189: Presets
Operation Pos: 120 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Schaltmakros/480-xx @ 7\mod_1324449399385_6.doc @ 56882 @ 2 @ 1 Presets Predefined macros to switch the matrix without loading a new configuration can be created and activated in this menu. You have the following option to access the menu: ...
Page 190: Serial Interface
Pos: 121 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Serielle Schnittstellen/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309940914961_6.doc @ 53582 @ 2 @ 1 Serial Interface The Draco tera offers the option to switch via a serial interface (RS232).
Page 191: Power On And Power Down Functions
Operation Pos: 123 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Ein- und Ausschaltfunktionen/UEB_Ein-_und_Ausschaltfunktionen @ 7\mod_1309940964258_6.doc @ 53601 @ 2 @ 1 Power On and Power Down Functions Pos: 124 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Ein- und Ausschaltfunktionen/480-xx/Neustart @ 7\mod_1309941015165_6.doc @ 53620 @ 3 @ 1 6.9.1 Restart You have the following options to perform a restart: Select Configuration >...
Page 192: Factory Reset
Draco tera Pos: 126 /806-IHSE/Betrieb/Ein- und Ausschaltfunktionen/480-xx/Factory Reset @ 7\mod_1309941081774_6.doc @ 53638 @ 3 @ 1 6.9.2 Factory Reset You have the following option to perform a reset of the system: If you perform a (factory) reset, all current settings and all configurations stored in the matrix will be lost.
Page 193: Summary Of Keyboard Commands
Operation 6.10 Summary of Keyboard Commands In the following you find a summary of keyboard commands that can activate extender and matrix functions after executing the 'Hot Key'. Extender Keyboard Command Description <'Hot Key'>, <a> Download of DDC information for the monitor connected to the CON Unit into the CPU Unit <'Hot Key'>, <k>, <1>, Switch to the KVM connection 1 (only with...
Page 194 Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #2 <'Hot Key'>, <Num 3> Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #3 <'Hot Key'>, <Num 4> Switching of the USB-HID signals to display #4 Pos: 129 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/UEB_Technische Daten @ 5\mod_1278578165261_6.doc @ 42096 @ 1 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 195: Specifications
Specifications Pos: 130 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Schnittstellen/UEB_Schnittstellen @ 5\mod_1278578201870_6.doc @ 42114 @ 2 @ 1 Interfaces Pos: 131 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Schnittstellen/RJ45 (Netzwerk) @ 7\mod_1309942049133_6.doc @ 53692 @ 3 @ 1 7.1.1 RJ45 (Network) The communication of the Cat X devices requires a 1000BASE-T connection.
Page 196: Interconnect Cable
Draco tera Pos: 135 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Verbindungskabel/UEB_Verbindungskabel @ 5\mod_1279191107845_6.doc @ 43870 @ 2 @ 1 Interconnect Cable Pos: 136 /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.
Page 197: Connector Pinouts
Picture Signal Signal D1– D2– 8..1 Pos: 144 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Pinbelegungen/UEB_E/A Port Cat X @ 8\mod_1346319740686_6.doc @ 69161 @ 3 @ 1 7.3.1 I/O Port Cat X Pos: 145 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Pinbelegungen/RJ45 @ 5\mod_1278578820011_6.doc @ 42405 @ @ 1 RJ45 Picture Signal Signal D3–...
Page 198: Power Supply
Draco tera 16C / 16F max. 40 W Draco tera 8C / 8F max. 13 W Pos: 147 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Einsatzbedingungen/ATB_Einsatzbedingungen @ 5\mod_1278578980026_6.doc @ 42480 @ 2 @ 1 Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature 41 to 113°F (5 to 45°C) Storage Temperature –13 to 140°F (–25 to 60°C)
Page 199: Size
Specifications Pos: 149 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Abmessungen/480-xxC @ 8\mod_1345797036853_6.doc @ 68182 @ 2 @ 1 Size Draco tera 80C / 80F Matrix 443 x 435 x 90 mm (17.4" x 17.1" x 3.5") Shipping Box 602 x 526 x 200 mm (23.7" x 20.7" x 7.9")
Page 200: Shipping Weight
220 x 146 x 45 mm (8.7" x 5.7" x 1.8") Shipping Box 550 x 365 x 115 mm (21.7" x 14.4" x 4.5") Pos: 150 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Transportgewicht /480-xxC @ 8\mod_1345797215021_6.doc @ 68202 @ 2 @ 1 Shipping Weight Draco tera 80C / 80F Matrix 7.2 kg (15.9 lb)
Page 201: Mtbf
0.9 kg (1.9 lb) Shipping Box 3.4 kg (7.5 lb) Pos: 151 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/MTBF/480-xxC_MTBF @ 9\mod_1375259363271_6.doc @ 79901 @ 2 @ 1 MTBF The following table contains the mean time between failure (MTBF) in power-on hours (POH). The estimate is based on the FIT rates of the parts included.
Page 202: Maintenance
(see Chapter 10, Page 206). For the use in a 24/7 operation it is recommended to keep a hot spare matrix available. Pos: 153 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/UEB_Hilfe im Problemfall @ 5\mod_1278579113839_6.doc @ 42536 @ 1 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 203: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Pos: 154 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/Hilfe im Problemfall (480-xx) @ 7\mod_1309943852774_6.doc @ 54002 @ @ 1 In the following chapters, support for problems with the Draco tera matrix is provided. It is assumed that fully operational CPU and CON Devices are available, which can be tested over a peer-to-peer connection using Cat X or fibre cables.
Page 204: Malfunction Of Power Supply Units
Restart of the matrix not  Restart the matrix. settings are not yet completed. assumed after editing. Pos: 160 /806-IHSE/Hilfe im Problemfall/Störung an der Matrix/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309944331383_6.doc @ 54040 @ 2 @ 1 Failure at the Matrix Diagnosis Possible Reason Measure Serial control CPU and matrix ...
Page 205: Blank Screen
CPU/CON Unit offline, CPU/CON Unit connected to the wrong port) LED 3 off Power supply  Check power supply units and the connection to the power network. Pos: 162 /806-IHSE/Technische Unterstützung/ATB_Technische Unterstützung @ 5\mod_1278579487089_6.doc @ 42650 @ 122 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 206: Technical Support
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: 163 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/UEB_Zertifikate @ 5\mod_1278579534933_6.doc @ 42668 @ 1 @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 207: Certificates
Certificates Certificates Pos: 164 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/ATB_Europäische Konformitätserklärung @ 5\mod_1278579640901_6.doc @ 42686 @ 2 @ 1 11.1 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...
Page 208: North American Regulatory Compliance
All power supplies are certified to the relevant major international safety standards. Pos: 165 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/474-xx_Produktsicherheit @ 9\mod_1373964601786_6.doc @ 77511 @ 2 @ 1 11.3 Product Safety The product safety of the devices is proven by the compliance to the following standards: ...
Page 209: Weee
The manufacturer complies with the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on the prevention of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The device labels carry a respective marking. Pos: 167 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/ATB_RoHS @ 5\mod_1278579714214_6.doc @ 42722 @ 2 @ 1 11.5 RoHS/RoHS 2 This device complies with the Directive 2011/65/EU of the European...
Page 210: Glossary
Draco tera 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 The Color Graphics Adapter (CGA) is an old analog...
Page 211 Glossary Term Explanation Digital video standard, introduced by the Digital Display Working Group (http://www.ddwg.org). Single Link and Dual Link standard are distinguished. The signals have TMDS level. DVI-I A combined signal (digital and analog) that allows running a VGA monitor at a DVI-I port – in contrast to DVI-D (see DVI).
Page 212 Video Graphics Array (VGA) is a computer graphics standard with a typical resolution of 640x480 pixels and up to 262,144 colors. It can be seen as a follower of the graphics standards MDA, CGA and EGA. Pos: 169 /806-IHSE/zz_Layout/Seitenumbruch @ 8\mod_1348581820516_0.doc @ 69462 @ @ 1 2014-04-15...
Page 213: Matrix Specific Glossary
Glossary Pos: 170 /806-IHSE/Glossar/480-xx @ 7\mod_1309944815290_6.doc @ 54151 @ 2 @ 1 12.1 Matrix specific Glossary Term Explanation Auto Disconnect Matrix function that allows an automatic disconnect between a console and a CPU, if OSD is opened via this console.
Page 214 Draco tera Term Explanation Keyboard Matrix function that allows taking over the keyboard Connect control of an inactive console. Programmable keys that can execute a stringing Macro Keys together of commands to the matrix. Mouse Connect Matrix function that allows taking the mouse control of an inactive console.

Ihse Draco tera K480-80C User Manual

1 About this Manual

2 Safety Instructions

3 Description

4 Installation

5 Configuration

6 Operation

7 Specifications

8 Maintenance

9 Troubleshooting

10 Technical Support

11 Certificates

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