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- Page 1 Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500) SUPPORT FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 INFORMATION Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents ® Welcome Special configuration Introduction..................2 Configuration................9 What.are.hotkeys?..............9 Installation & Operation Entering,.using.and.exiting.configuration.mode....9 Password.setting..............10 Connections..................4 Hot.plugging.and.mouse.restoration........11 Cable.length.advice..............4 Which.restore.setting.do.I.use?........11 Connections.at.the.SAM.(local).unit........5 Microsoft.and.Logitech.-specific.mouse.settings....11 Connections.at.the.CX.Remote.module.........6 Video.compensation.(sharpness.and.brightness)....12 Operation..................8 Miscellaneous.settings............13 General.use................8 Performing.flash.upgrades............14 Locking.and.unlocking.the.system.........8 Further information Getting.assistance...............15 Safety.information..............15 Radio.Frequency.Energy............16 Certification.notice.for.equipment.used.in.Canada. -
Page 3: Introduction
Thank you for choosing the ServSwitch CX extender Two types of CX extender sets are avilable: Special circuitry within the remote module allows set from Black Box. These compact modules allow ACU5001A for PS/2-style keyboard and mouse you to make adjustments to the sharpness and... -
Page 4: Supplied Items
Supplied items ® ServSwitch CX Computer Access Module (SAM) Remote Module Package variants ACU5001A For analogue video plus PS/2-style keyboard and mouse connections ACU5002A For analogue video plus USB-style keyboard and mouse connections Four self-adhesive Power adapter rubber feet and country- specific power CD-ROM lead... -
Page 5: Installation & Operation
Installation & Operation ® Connections Cable length advice Installation of the ServSwitch CX extender set is straightforward and minimal The ServSwitch CX extender set supports twisted-pair structured cabling within configuration requirements in most cases. The moulded SAM (Server Access categories 5, 5e and 6. Of these three cable types, category 5 generally provides Module) connects directly to the system, while the CX Remote module is at the the best transmission of video signals because its four pairs of conductors are the most evenly twisted. -
Page 6: Connections.at.the.sam.(Local).Unit
Connections at the SAM (local) unit ® 1 Where possible ensure that power is disconnected from the system to be 4 Attach the connector of the cable run to the socket of connected. the SAM. The other end of the cable run will attach to the CX Remote module. -
Page 7: Connections.at.the.cx.remote.module
Connections at the CX Remote module ® 1 Place the CX Remote module adjacent to the remote user location. 3 Attach the connector of the cable run leading from the SAM to the socket of the CX Remote module. TO LOCAL 2 Attach the video monitor, keyboard and mouse connectors to the sockets of the CX Remote module. - Page 8 CX Remote module switches ® Certain aspects of operation can be affected by the switches on the CX Remote module. Switch Determines configuration of hotkeys in conjunction OFF: Normal operation. with switch ON: (Before power is applied) Places the CX Remote module into flash upgrade Reserved for Flash.
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Page 9: Operation
Operation ® Locking and unlocking the system General use In situations where the computer system (and its local SAM) can be locked away In use, the CX Remote modules should be transparent - the system and its the CX Remote modules offer a viable security system to deter unauthorised use. peripherals should operate exactly as normal, the only difference being that they Once a password has been set, a simple key sequence allows the system to be are now up to 100 metres apart. -
Page 10: Special Configuration
Special configuration ® Configuration Entering, using and exiting configuration mode You can alter the way that the ServSwitch CX extender modules operate to suit your requirements. This is done using the Configuration mode and you can To enter and use configuration mode: affect the following settings: 1 Simultaneously press the currently configured •... -
Page 11: Password.setting
Password setting ® Password protection allows you restrict access to the system only to authorised personnel. A password first needs to be set and then, using the keyboard attached to the CX Remote module, a simple key sequence allows the system to be quickly and securely detached from its peripherals. -
Page 12: Hot.plugging.and.mouse.restoration
Hot plugging and mouse restoration ® To restore mouse operation when hot plugging: It is strongly recommended that you switch off the computer system before attempting to connect it via the ServSwitch CX extender modules. However, 1 Carefully connect the ServSwitch CX extender modules to the system and its keyboard, mouse and monitor. -
Page 13: Video.compensation.(Sharpness.and.brightness)
Brightness: for adjustment. There are 255 brightness levels. Note: The Word processor method is accurate and quick. However, for the very Sharpness finest video compensation, use the latest Black Box “skew” test pattern Restore default increase sharpness and program which shows both the skew pattern and a section of mixed size Hs... -
Page 14: Miscellaneous.settings
Miscellaneous settings ® The following are configuration settings within the modules that are not covered in other sections of this guide. These can be achieved once within configuration mode by pressing the indicated keys: Report firmware version - Before initiating this command, ensure that the system is running an application that can display typed keys as screen characters - e.g. -
Page 15: Performing.flash.upgrades
SAM unit. Once completed, the CX Remote will return to its normal operation. The kVM Firmware Uploader utility is available from Black Box and allows you to check the current revision of the CX Remote firmware. Full instructions are... -
Page 16: Further Information
Further information ® Getting assistance Safety information If you are still experiencing problems after checking the list of solutions in the • For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only. Troubleshooting section then please refer to the customer support information •... -
Page 17: Radio.frequency.energy
Radio Frequency Energy ® A Category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable must be used to connect the Wizard IP unit in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. -
Page 18: Certification.notice.for.equipment.used.in.canada
Certification notice for equipment used in Canada ® The Canadian department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications-network protective, operation, and safety requirements. The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. -
Page 19: Normas.oficiales.mexicanas.(Nom)
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) electrical ® safety statement Instrucciones de seguridad 15 En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las 1 Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de lineas de energia. que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. - Page 20 ® © 2006 Black Box Corporation All trademarks are acknowledged. Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018, United States of America Tel: +1-724-746-5500 Fax: +1-724-746-0746 Documentation by: www.ctxd.com...
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Page 21: Blackbox.subsidiary.contact.details
BlackBox subsidiary contact details ® Country Web Site/Email Phone United States www.blackbox.com 724-746-5500 724-746-0746 Austria www.black-box.at +43 1 256 98 56 +43 1 256 98 56 support@black-box.at Belgium www.blackbox.be +32 2 725 85 50 +32 2 725 92 12 support.nederlands@blackbox.be support.french@blackbox.be support.english@blackbox.be denmark... - Page 22 ® ® NETWORK SERVICES © Copyright 2006. Black Box Corporation. All rights reserved. 1000 Park Drive • Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 • 724-746-5500 • Fax 724-746-0746...
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