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RackView-Switch Drawer to be in good working order for one year from the date of purchase from Rose Electronics or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time during this one-year warranty period, Rose Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace the Unit as set forth below.
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DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY This is to certify that, when installed and used according to the instructions in this manual, the units listed and described here are shielded against the generation of radio interferences in accordance with the application of Council Directives 2014/30/EU and 2014/30/EU, as well as these standards: ■...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents Disclaimer System Introduction Features Package Contents RackView-Switch Options RackView-Switch Models RackView-Switch Models RackView-Switch Rear Panel Connector Layout Installation Procedure Installation of the RackView-Single Rail (17" and 19" models) Installation of the RackView-Single Rail (20" model) Front Panel Controls and OSD Function Navigating the OSD Menu Auto Tune Input Source...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table 4. 8-port digital KVM switch connector specification ............. 24 Appendices Appendix A — Specifications for RackView 17" and 19" Models Appendix B — Specifications for RackView 20" Model Appendix C — Part Numbers Appendix D — RackView Dimensions Appendix E —...
(See limited warranty). System Introduction Thank you for choosing the Rose Electronics RackView-Switch KVM Drawer, a unique 1U single rail system for the operation of a keyboard, mouse and monitor. The RackView is available in 17, 19, and 20-inch display models, with video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 and on-screen menus that allow for easy display adjustment.
Package Contents The RackView package contents consist of the following: 1 x RackView sliding single rail KVM drawer 2 x Mounting bracket sets (sliding rails) and support brackets (2) 1 x Set of accessories for assembly 2 x Locking keys ...
MODELS RackView-Switch Models The RackView-Switch is available as described below. RackView-Switch Models RackView 17" and 19" Model RackView 20" Model Figure 1. RackView-Switch Models RackView-Switch Manual...
RackView-Switch Rear Panel Connector Layout The RackView-Switch rear panel includes HD15(VGA), DVI-D, PS2, and USB connectors as standard. This diagram shows the approximate positioning of the connectors on the rear panel of the single rail drawer. To view the rear panel layout of the RackView-Switch with the integrated 8-port digital KVM switch, please refer to Appendix E.
INSTALLATION Installation Procedure Installation of the RackView-Single Rail (17" and 19" models) Please check the package contents to ensure all parts are available before you start the installation. 17" Model: Cabinet depth range of 19.84 – 39.37-inches (504-1000mm) 19" Model: Cabinet depth range of 21.81 – 39.37-inches (554-1000mm) Please ensure that all connected electrical equipment is powered off and that reliable grounding is provided for all rack mounted equipment.
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Step 2 Adjust the left and right brackets to fit your cabinet depth Step 3 Install the front and rear brackets on the cabinet on both sides Step 4 Tighten up the rear screws on both sides Step 5 Lift the RackView console and position it into the left and right rails Step 6 Use the key to unlock the front lock.
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Step 7 Locate the rail-lock switch on either side of the mounting rails Rail lock switch Step 8 Install 3 screws in the rear of the RackView console, on each side Step 9 Finish the installation as shown Should you need to use the set of long brackets for a cabinet depth of 32.60-39.37-inches (828-1000mm), follow this procedure to replace the extension brackets.
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Replace Brackets 2 Remove the original short extension bracket Remove original bracket Replace Brackets 3 Locate the 2 rear long brackets and prepare to slide them into the mounting rails Rear long bracket Replace Brackets 4 Adjust the rear long bracket to fit the depth of your rack cabinet.
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Remove 3 Pull the RackView console out until it reaches the lock position Remove 4 Rail release switch Pull the rail release switch on each side. Remove 5 Slowly pull the RackView console out from the mounting rails Remove 6 Push the rail lock switch back into position, and slide the mounting rails back Rail lock switch on the rail...
Installation of the RackView-Single Rail (20" model) Please check the package contents to ensure all parts are available before you start the installation. 20" Model: Cabinet depth range of 26.22 – 37.87-inches (666-962mm) Please ensure that all connected electrical equipment is powered off and that reliable grounding is provided for all rack mounted equipment.
Step 4 Pull the rails until they lock. Keep the “Part A” Part A towards the front of the mounting rail Position the RackView console into the left and right mounting rails. Step 5 Pull the mounting rail release switch on each side and push the RackView fully into the rack cabinet Step 6 Position of the rail release switch...
OPERATION Front Panel Controls and OSD Function The OSD control panel is mounted either horizontally or vertically, next to the LCD display. To access the OSD, press the “Menu” button and the OSD will appear on the monitor Figure 4. OSD control panel buttons and OSD display Navigating the OSD Menu There are eight different selectable menu items in the OSD.
Auto Tune Press the “auto tune” button. The panel will adjust the display size automatically and also tune the panel to its optimum video resolution. Input Source Press the “menu” button to enter and you will see: VGA / DVI Use the “Down”...
Position Press the “menu” button to enter and you will see the image below Use the “Down” and “Up” button to scroll. Press the “menu” button to enter. Language Press the “menu” button to enter and you will see: English German ...
Turning on the RackView-Switch Make sure all cables and the power cord are connected properly. Be sure to tighten all connector screws. Pull the RackView console all the way out then lift the panel up. This will disengage the momentary on/off switch and the unit should power on.
PRODUCT SAFETY Safety The RackView-Switch Drawer, like all electronic equipment, should be used with care. To protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the Unit, read and follow these safety instructions. Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this Unit. Except where explained in this manual, do not attempt to service this Unit yourself.
This Unit does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts. In the event a Unit needs repair or maintenance, you must first obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number from Rose Electronics or an authorized repair center. This Return Authorization number must appear on the outside of the shipping container.
APPENDICES Appendix A — Specifications for RackView 17" and 19" Models Chassis Details RackView 17" Model RackView 19" Model Display Monitor 1U, 17" active matrix TFT LCD 1U, 19" active matrix TFT LCD 18.9 x 19.0 x 1.7 inch 20.8 x 19.0 x 1.7 inch Drawer Dimensions 480 x 482 x 43 mm 530 x 482 x 43 mm...
Appendix B — Specifications for RackView 20" Model Chassis Details RackView 20" Model Display Monitor 1U, 20.1" active matrix TFT LCD 20.7 x 19.0 x 1.7 inch Drawer Dimensions 526 x 482 x 43 mm Weight 36.4 lb (16.5Kg) Mounting Rail Distance 26.22 –...
Appendix C — Part Numbers Part Number Description 1U, 17" RackView-Switch, Resolution to 1280 x 1024 (includes one of RV1-CSKVT17/DVI each, VGA/PS2, USB-AB and DVI cables (all 5ft, 1.8m) 1U, 19" RackView-Switch, Resolution to 1280 x 1024 (includes one of RV1-CSKVT19/DVI each, VGA/PS2, USB-AB and DVI cables (all 5ft, 1.8m) 1U, 20"...
Appendix D — RackView Dimensions RackView Dimensions: Package Size and Weight Product Dimension Packing Dimension Gross Model (D × W × H) approx (D × W × H) approx Weight Weight 18.9 x 19.0 x 1.7 inch 26.7 x 22.2 x 8.1 inch 26.5lbs 40.8lbs RackView-Switch 17"...
Appendix E — RackView with Integrated KVM Switch RackView Option with Integrated KVM Switch The RackView-Switch series can be configured with an integrated 8-port DVI USB KVM switch with audio switching function. Using the KVM switch option, up to eight 8 DVI/USB-enabled multimedia computers with DVI video interfaces, USB2.0 devices and a set of speakers can be connected directly to the RackView-Switch drawer.
Appendix F — RackView DC Power Options RackView DC Power The RackView-Switch Drawer can be ordered with optional DC power input for +/-12V, 24V and 48VDC. Select the DC voltage required, then add the voltage to the RackView part number as /nnDC For example, adding 48VDC to a RackView 17”...
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