Rackmux series, kvm drawer with universal kvm switch (36 pages)
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® RACKMUX Series RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 Rackmount KVM Drawer with Built-In Quad Screen Multiviewer and USB KVM Switch Installation Manual RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 (Front and Rear View) MAN264 Rev Date 8/10/2018...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction..................................1 Materials Included:..............................1 Material Not Supplied, but may need to be ordered ....................1 RACKMUX Single-Person Installation ..........................2 Cable Connections ................................6 Connect Video Sources ............................... 6 Terminal Connection for RS232 ..........................7 Ethernet Connection for Remote User Control......................7 Connect Extra Device ..............................
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TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1- Adjustable rail assemblies ..............................2 Figure 2- Install the cage nuts................................3 Figure 3- Install the rail assemblies ..............................3 Figure 4- Check spacing of the rails ..............................4 Figure 5- Rail guides..................................4 Figure 6- Apply remaining screws to complete installation ........................ 5 Figure 7- Connect each CPU and video source..........................
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER INTRODUCTION ® The RACKMUX KVM Drawer with Built-In Quad Screen Multiviewer and USB KVM Switch combines a rackmount LCD monitor, keyboard, touchpad mouse, and a Quad Screen Multiviewer with USB KVM switch (SPLITMUX) in a space-saving 1RU industrial strength drawer.
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER RACKMUX SINGLE-PERSON INSTALLATION Your NTI RACKMUX Drawer was designed for easy installation by one person with a minimum of tools and effort. Follow the simple steps below to quickly install your RACKMUX Drawer.
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER 3. Install six #10-32 cage nuts at the front of the rack in positions where the RACKMUX will be mounted (three in each side). Install four more cage nuts at the rear of the rack in positions straight across from the upper and lower cage nuts installed in front.
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER 6. Measure the distance between the inside of the rails at the front of the rack. Adjust the distance to 17-1/4” and tighten the flat- head screws to the rail flanges securely.
Figure 6- Apply remaining screws to complete installation 9. Tighten securely the four screws applied to the rear rail flanges in step 4. 10. Make your cable connections according to your RACKMUX Drawer instructions. Your NTI RACKMUX Drawer is now installed and ready for cable connections.
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER CABLE CONNECTIONS Connect Video Sources 1. Connect each of the HDMI or DVI video sources to the ports on the multiviewer (SPLITMUX) marked “HDMI Inx” (x = 1-4). 2. Connect the power cord to the AC input and plug it in.
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER Terminal Connection for RS232 If control via serial connection is going to be used, serial control can be achieved by connecting a control terminal to the “RS232” port . To use the “RS232” port, connect one end of a CAT5 patch cable (supplied) to the port labeled “RS232” on the rear of the SPLITMUX.
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS LABEL PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION Button press to turn only the LCD monitor ON and OFF Power Green/Red LED Indicates operation status Green = Power-ON, Video Input Signal OK Red = Suspend / Stand-by, or no Video Input Signal...
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER CONTROL METHODS The SPLITMUX, when built into a RACKMUX, can be controlled using any of four methods; Command Mode using the local keyboard, and touchpad mouse Using the Command Line Interface either through RS232 or remote connection ...
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER To control the SPLITMUX using the touchpad mouse, move your finger on the pad from side-to-side rapidly. This motion will place the SPLITMUX in Command Mode. While in Command Mode, all 3 status lights on the keyboard will illuminate to indicate that Command Mode is enabled.
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NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER In FULL screen mode, only the active video source will be displayed. The image will be viewed at full size and maximum resolution. In QUAD screen mode, all four video sources share the screen equally.
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NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER In CUSTOM mode (below) the 4 video sources can be placed where ever you want, at what ever size you want. The amount of each source that is viewed is determined by your configuration.
DISPLAY FUNCTIONS An NTI RACKMUX with a 17” monitor supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 with a refresh rate at between 55 and 76Hz. The quality of the image on the LCD monitor is adjustable using an On Screen Display (OSD) menu using the control buttons on the RACKMUX.
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER OSD Main Menu The Main Menu is broken into five sections, Color, Picture, Function, OSD Menu, and Misc. Press one of the arrow buttons to move between them. The Picture and Function sections only apply when the RACKMUX is connected as VGA instead of DVI.
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NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER Colour Adjust submenu Input submenu...
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS Numeric Keypad This RACKMUX has a standard Windows keyboard with 17-key numeric keypad. Figure 13- U.S. (English) keyboard with numeric keypad Figure 14- Keyboard LED Indications Note: If the PS/2 LED illuminates, the keyboard and mouse will quit functioning properly.
This NTI product has been designed and fully tested with user safety of the utmost importance. As with all electronic devices, this NTI product should be handled and operated with care. In order to avoid possible injury and to reduce any risk of damage to this product, please read and follow each of these safety instructions.
NTI RACKMUX-D17HR-N-SUSBHD4 RACKMOUNT DRAWER WITH QUAD SCREEN MULTIVIEWER TROUBLESHOOTING FOR KVM DRAWER Each and every piece of every product produced by Network Technologies Inc is 100% tested to exacting specifications. We make every effort to insure trouble-free installation and operation of our products. If problems are experienced while installing this...
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