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CS-12 / CS-12C
Read this guide thoroughly and follow the installation and operation proce-
dures carefully in order to prevent any damage to the units and/or any de-
vices that connect to them.
This package contains:
M 1 Master View CS-12 KVM Switch
M 2 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-12C only)
M 1 User Manual
If anything is damaged or missing, contact your dealer.
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© Copyright 2003 ATEN
International Co., Ltd.
Manual Part No. PAPE-1143-300
Printed in Taiwan 06/2003
All brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.
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Summary of Contents for Master View CS-12
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Page 1: User Manual
This package contains: M 1 Master View CS-12 KVM Switch M 2 CS Custom KVM Cables (CS-12C only) M 1 User Manual If anything is damaged or missing, contact your dealer. - Page 2 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause...
- Page 3 Now, with the CS-12 / CS-12C, you can easily access two computers in a cost effective manner. The Master View CS-12 / CS-12C provides two convenient...
- Page 4 Features One console controls two computers Easy to install - no software required - connecting cables to the computers is all it takes Easy to operate - computer selection via push button switch or hotkeys Auto Scan function to monitor computer operation Hot pluggable - add or remove computers for maintenance without powering down the switch LED display for easy status monitoring...
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Page 5: Hardware Requirements
Hardware Requirements Console A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation. A PS/2 Style Mouse. A PS/2 Style Keyboard. Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer that is to be connected to the system: A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card. - Page 6 Components 1. CPU Port A Connectors* The KVM cables that connect to the keyboard, monitor, and mouse ports of the computer you are designating as Computer A plug in here. Each port is identified by an appropriate icon. 2. Console Port Section Your keyboard, monitor, and mouse cables plug in here.
- Page 7 3. CPU Port B Connectors* The KVM cables that connect to the keyboard, monitor, and mouse ports of the computer you are designating as Computer B plug in here. Each port is identified by an appropriate icon. 4. LEDs A lit LED indicates that its corresponding Port is the one that has the KVM focus.
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Page 8: Installation
Installation Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up have been turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. To prevent damage to your equipment, make sure that all devices you will be connecting up are properly grounded. -
Page 9: Operation
Manual Port Selection With Manual Port Selection, you simply press the Port Selection button on the Master View’s side panel to toggle the KVM access between the computers. The Selected LED on the top panel lights to indicate which port has the focus. - Page 10 Selecting the Active Port - Default Method: The default method to toggle the KVM focus between the two ports from the keyboard is to tap the left or right Ctrl key twice: [Ctrl] [Ctrl] Note: The combination must be on the same side (both Left, or both Right).
- Page 11 Auto Scan Mode: The Auto Scan feature automatically switches between the two computers at regular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself. Invoking Auto Scan To invoke Auto Scan Mode, press and simultaneously release the left Shift key, then press and release the right Shift key: [Left Shift] [Right Shift].
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Page 12: Hotkey Summary Table
Once scanning begins, it continues until you press the [Spacebar] to exit Auto Scan Mode. The port that has the KVM focus at the time scanning stopped remains active. Note: While Auto Scan Mode is in effect, the console will not function normally. -
Page 13: Specifications
Specifications Function Specification Computer Connections Port Selection Push Button Switch / Hotkeys LEDs 2 x Selected Connectors Keyboard 1 x 6 pin mini-DIN female (PS/2 style) - Console 2 x 6 pin mini-DIN female (PS/2 style) - CPU Ports Mouse 1 x 6 pin mini-DIN female (PS/2 style) - Console 2 x 6 pin mini-DIN female (PS/2 style) - CPU Ports Video... -
Page 14: Selected Led Display
Selected LED Display: Activity Meaning Port is not selected. On (Steady) The computer connected to the LED’s corresponding port is the one that has the KVM focus. Flashing (On and Off equal) The computer connected to the LED’s corresponding port is the one that has the KVM focus and is being accessed in Auto Scan mode. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Action Keyboard Loose cables. Check all cable connections to and/or make sure they are completely Mouse seated in their sockets. Responding Switch is in Auto Press the Spacebar to exit Auto Scan Mode. Scan Mode. Keyboard / Mouse Unplug the keyboard / mouse needs to be reset. -
Page 16: Limited Warranty
Troubleshooting Notes: 1. The unit is designed to work with PS/2 keyboards and mice. XT (84 key) and AT keyboards will not work. Serial mice will not work. 2. Some Notebooks, notably the IBM Thinkpad and Toshiba Tecra, have trouble when their mouse and keyboard ports are used simultaneously.
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