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- Page 1 LINDY CPU Switch Smart DVI Installation and Use Part Model 32340 LINDY CPU Switch Smart DVI CPU Switch Smart - Installation and Use First Edition (February 2002) Part Number 32340 © 2002 LINDY Electronics Ltd. © LINDY ELECTRONICS LIMITED...
- Page 2 Replace the optional power adapter with a manufacturer approved type only. If you use a power extension cord with the CPU Switch Smart DVI, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating.
- Page 3 Kurzanleitung Installation & Betrieb EIGENSCHAFTEN Der LINDY CPU Switch SMART DVI ist für den Betrieb mit PCs mit DVI-D Monitor- anschluss konzipiert. Der DVI-D Anschluss ist der moderne Digitalanschluss für Flachbildschirme. Der LINDY CPU Switch SMART DVI unterstützt die analogen Signalleitungen, wie im DVI-I Anschluss spezifiziert, NICHT.
- Page 4 Computer aktuell als der Aktive selektiert ist! Um diesen Vorgang und das Booten möglichst einfach zu gestalten, schaltet der CPU Switch SMART DVI automatisch auf den Kanel / den Computer, der gerade gebootet wird. Wenn mehrere Computer gebootet werden sollen, muss dies daher der Reihe nach mit kurzer Wartezeit geschehen! Die Voreinstellungen (Defaultkonfiguration) des CPU Switch SMART ist für die meisten...
- Page 5 Cambie el adaptador de potencia opcional solamente con un tipo aprobado por el fabricante. Si utiliza una cable de extensión con el CPU Switch Smart DVI, compruebe que el amperaje nominal total de los equipos enchufados en el cable de extensión no superen el amperaje nominal del cable de extensión.
- Page 6 A n'utiliser qu'à l'intérieur, dans un environnement sec et exempt d'huile. Ne pas assurer soi-même l'entretien de l'CPU Switch Smart DVI. Observer tous les avertissements et instructions marqués sur l'CPU Switch Smart DVI, son adaptateur de courant optionnel et ses accessoires.
- Page 7 Sostituire l’adattatore opzionale di potenza solo con uno di tipo approvato dal produttore. Se si usa una prolunga con l’CPU Switch Smart DVI, controllare che la potenza nominale totale in ampère dei dispositivi collegati alla prolunga non superi la potenza nominale in ampère della prolunga stessa.
- Page 8 Replace the optional power adapter with a manufacturer approved type only. If you use a power extension cord with the CPU Switch Smart DVI, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating.
- Page 9 LINDY’s control. Also LINDY will not be responsible for any loss, damage or injury arising directly or indirectly from the use of this product. LINDY’s total liability under the terms of this warranty shall in all circumstances be limited to the replacement value of this product.
- Page 10 Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectriques publié par le ministère des Communications du Canada. CPU Switch Smart DVI Installation and Use Page 3...
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
2.9 Other useful installation information ............15 2.10 Re-enabling a disconnected PS/2 mouse ..........16 2.11 Hot plugging the CPU Switch Smart DVI into running systems and re-enabling disconnected PS/2 CPU mouse connections ....17 2.12 Upgrading the CPU Switch Smart's flash memory ......18 3. - Page 12 4. CPU Switch Smart DVI configuration options ......29 4.1 Screen saver time delay ................29 4.2 Autoscan lock on mode and delay time ..........29 4.3 Mouse mode and mouse switching of channels ........30 4.4 Keyboard hotkey combination ...............31 4.5 Cycling between all channels or just the active channels ......32 4.6 Firmware functions (version query, mouse restore and reset) ....32...
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Page 13: Introduction
1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the CPU Switch Smart DVI. Your CPU Switch Smart DVI is a high performance keyboard, monitor and mouse sharing device which supports a wide range of PC hardware and software platforms. 1.1 Key features Control multiple PCs from a single keyboard, monitor and mouse. -
Page 14: Package Contents
Includes screen saver, auto-scan and variable hotkey options. Supports Microsoft IntelliMouse, IntelliMouse Explorer and other common wheel mice. Mouse restoration functions to enable ‘hot plugging’ of certain systems. Keyboard, mouse and CPU Switch Smart DVI resets may be performed without disconnecting devices. Supports IBM ThinkPad ‘Y’ cables. -
Page 15: Product Information
Keyboard coloured PURPLE mouse Mouse coloured GREEN (1 to4) Figure 2 - CPU Switch Smart DVI rear view (4 port model) Display is duplicate of front panel display and shows status and mouse / keyboard data Key for changing channels... -
Page 16: Installation
- Logitech mouse driver (including two button, three button and wheel mouse) Use of PS/2 and RS232 style mice with the CPU Switch Smart DVI - All of the mouse connections from CPU Switch Smart DVI to PCs support either a PS/2 or an RS232 mouse. -
Page 17: Mounting The Cpu Switch Smart Dvi
The CPU Switch Smart DVI has been designed for use on a desktop or shelf in close proximity to the user’s monitor and peripherals. The optional remote controller may be used if you wish to locate the CPU Switch Smart DVI on a desk or shelf that is some distance from the monitor and peripherals. -
Page 18: Interface Powered' Operation Without The Optional Power Adapter
A single keyboard connection is normally sufficient to power the CPU Switch Smart DVI provided that the cable is no longer than 5 metres. If more than one computer is connected then the power will be intelligently drawn from all computers. -
Page 19: Configuring The Cpu Switch Smart Dvi
The CPU Switch Smart DVI is supplied pre-configured with factory defaults which are suitable for most applications. There are a number of more advanced options which can be set by the user. These are stored in the CPU Switch Smart DVI's EEPROM memory and are retained when the power is disconnected. -
Page 20: Summary Of Cpu Switch Smart Dvi Configuration Options
L3 - CPU Switch Smart DVI powers on in autoscan mode and locks on to active ports only L4 - CPU Switch Smart DVI powers on in autoscan mode and locks on to all ports CPU Switch Smart DVI Installation and Use... - Page 21 T7 - 30 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port T8 - 60 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port U1 - CPU Switch Smart DVI channels are switchable using a 3 button mouse or IntelliMouse (default)
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Page 22: Resetting The Cpu Switch Smart Dvi Without Disconnecting Your Devices
F8 - RESET all configurations to default settings. (Display confirms with 'r'). P - Sets password - see section 4.6 for instructions. E - Exits configure mode and returns the CPU Switch Smart DVI to normal operation mode. 2.8 Resetting the CPU Switch Smart DVI without disconnecting your... -
Page 23: Re-Enabling A Disconnected Ps/2 Mouse
Unplugging the mouse from the CPU Switch Smart DVI will also cause it to stop operating when it is plugged back in. RS232 mice can usually be unplugged and plugged back in provided that a mouse was connected when the operating system initially booted. -
Page 24: Hot Plugging The Cpu Switch Smart Dvi Into Running Systems And
PC is initially booted. If you have switched off your CPU Switch Smart DVI or you are attempting to ‘hot plug’ it into a system that is already running, you may be able to restore lost mouse movement using the CPU Switch Smart DVI's mouse restoration functions. -
Page 25: Upgrading The Cpu Switch Smart's Flash Memory
DVI: 1) Select the CPU that has lost its mouse movement 2) Press the select key on the front of the CPU Switch Smart DVI for 5 seconds until ‘C’ is displayed. You are now in configure mode. 3) To restore a PS/2 mouse connection press... - Page 26 Connect your computer's serial port to the CPU Switch Smart DVI's options port (labelled OPTIONS/FLASH). Step 2 - Select flash upgrade mode using option switch 7 Move option switch 7 on the underside of the CPU Switch Smart DVI to the ON position. Step 3 - Reset the CPU Switch Smart DVI Reset the CPU Switch Smart DVI by moving option switch 8 to the ON position (halt and reset) and then back to the OFF position (normal operation).
- Page 27 - a common problem on some flash upgradeable products that could effectively be destroyed by a partial upgrade! WARNING - Running faulty or partially upgraded code may have unpredictable results and may damage your CPU Switch Smart or computing equipment. CPU Switch Smart DVI Installation and Use Page 20...
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Page 28: Using The Cpu Switch Smart Dvi
Switch Smart DVI to the OFF position. 3.1 Power on status At power on the CPU Switch Smart DVI selects computer 1 and displays '1'. If a password has been set then ‘P’ will be displayed and the CPU Switch Smart DVI will remain locked until a valid password is entered. -
Page 29: Front Panel Keys And Remote Controller
An optional remote controller is also available which replicates the front panel key and display, but can be located remotely from the CPU Switch Smart DVI. This is particularly useful in applications where the CPU Switch Smart DVI is located away from the desktop. - Page 30 CPU Switch Smart DVI Installation and Use Page 23...
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Page 31: Keyboard Hotkey Control
CPU Switch Smart DVI can be re-enabled by selecting a channel. If a password has been set then the CPU Switch Smart DVI displays 'P' to indicate that a valid password must be entered to unlock the switch. Simply type the same key combination as was set during configuration (see section 4.7) followed by the... -
Page 32: Mouse Control
Hold down centre button ( Hold down centre button ( Press and release left hand button Press and release right hand button ) to select next computer ) to select previous computer CPU Switch Smart DVI Installation and Use Page 25... -
Page 33: Rs232 Control
‘3’ of the CPU Switch Smart DVI which is connected into port ‘2’ of the first CPU Switch Smart DVI unit A. For example to connect to port 3 on the CPU Switch Smart DVI cascaded off port 2 of your first CPU Switch Smart DVI use:... -
Page 34: Synchronising Cpu Switch Dvis For Multiple Video Head Applications
The slave units will require the optional power adapters because they cannot draw their power from the video link alone. CPU Switch Smart DVI Installation and Use Page 27... - Page 35 Appendix A requires option power adapter CPU Switch Smart Slave unit switches in B (slave) synchronisation with master unit Synchronised CPU Switch Smart DVIs used for a dual head video switching application CPU Switch Smart DVI Installation and Use Page 28...
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Page 36: Cpu Switch Smart Dvi Configuration Options
4.2 Autoscan ‘lock on’ mode and delay time CPU Switch Smart DVI can be set to select each channel in turn for a period of time set by the autoscan delay time. Autoscan mode is entered by typing the hotkey keys together with ‘A’. -
Page 37: Mouse Mode And Mouse Switching Of Channels
L3 - CPU Switch Smart DVI powers on in autoscan mode and locks on to active ports only L4 - CPU Switch Smart DVI powers on in autoscan mode and locks on to all ports T1 - 2 seconds autoscan delay time before switching to next port (default) -
Page 38: Keyboard Hotkey Combination
If you are using RS232 CPU connections then you will need to select mouse options U4 or U5 to enable the IntelliMouse features. U1 - CPU Switch Smart DVI channels are switchable using a 3 button mouse or IntelliMouse (default) -
Page 39: Cycling Between All Channels Or Just The Active Channels
4.5 Cycling between all channels or just the active channels The CPU Switch Smart DVI can be set to cycle between all channels or just the active channels when using ‘Hotkeys + Tab’ or a three button mouse to switch the channel. -
Page 40: Setting A Security Password
To set the password in configure mode, first type ‘P’ then (return). The display on CPU Switch Smart DVI will change to show ‘=' and you can then type your password. The password is not case sensitive and can be any combination of key strokes, including the function keys, but excluding the (ctrl), (alt), (shift) and (return) keys. -
Page 41: Cascade Query Code
Either query code may be used but you should make sure that all cascaded CPU Switch Smart DVI and CPU Switch Junior units are set to use the same query code. If any of the cascaded CPU Switch Juniors have firmware versions less than 1.09 then the cascade query code for all the CPU Switch Smart... -
Page 42: Exit Configure Mode
When you have finished configuring any special options, simply type ‘E’ followed by (return) to exit configure mode and return to normal operation mode. The attached computers can now be switched on. CPU Switch Smart DVI Installation and Use Page 35... -
Page 43: A - Cable And Connector Specifications
Keyboard and mouse extension cables can be used to increase the distance from the CPU Switch Smart DVI up to 10 metres. Most keyboards and mice will also operate up to distances of 20 metres. See above for DVI video cable specifications (these don’t change significantly from the “interface powered”... - Page 44 30 metres. RS232 serial mice - these require a special converter to connect the RS232 lines present on the CPU Switch Smart DVI mouse ports to the RS232 port on a PC. Cables should be no longer than 30 metres.
- Page 45 DVI-D dual-link cable, 5 meters long A3. Options port pin assignments The 15 way D connector located on the back of the CPU Switch Smart DVI (labelled OPTIONS / FLASH) provides connections for the remote control module and allows an external RS232 device to control the CPU Switch Smart DVI. See section 3.6 for more details.
- Page 46 A.4 Flash upgrade cable connection The cable connections shown below are to connect either COM1 or COM2 of a PC to the CPU Switch Smart DVI to allow flash upgrades. A.5 RS232 synchronisation cable pin assignments The cable connections shown below are to connect two CPU Switch Smart DVIs together for synchronised operation (see section 3.8)
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Page 47: B - Problem Solving
(PS/2 or RS232). If you move the mouse and the activity indicator (dot on 7 segment display) does not flash then the CPU Switch Smart DVI is not receiving data from the mouse. Check the mouse connection to the CPU Switch Smart DVI, try resetting the mouse using the reset function (section 2.10) or re-powering the CPU Switch Smart DVI. - Page 48 CPU Switch Smart DVI Intelligent CPU Switches...