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Summary of Contents for ADDER AdderView CATx 1000
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Page 1: User Guide
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction AdderView CATx 1000 features - front and rear ...4 What’s in the box...5 What you may additionally need ...5 Installation Mounting ...6 Connections ...7 Local user ...8 Remote user (via X100/X200 extender) ...9 Computer system (via CAM) ...10 Power in connection ...11... - Page 3 Global Preferences ...43 Setup Options ...45 Advanced Options ...46 Appendix 2 – Cable and connector specifications ...48 AdderView CATx 1000 to power switch cable ...48 Power switch to power switch daisy chain cable ...48 Multi-head synchronisation cable ...48 Warranty ...49 Safety information ...49...
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Page 4: Introduction
The user console can be either connected directly to the Adderview CATx 1000 unit or placed up to 300m (980 feet) away using either Adder X100 or X200 extenders and, once again, standard CATx cabling. In addition to... -
Page 5: Adderview Catx 1000 Features - Front And Rear
AdderView CATx 1000 features - front and rear The AdderView CATx 1000 units pack a great deal of functionality into a compact space. Both models occupy half of a single 1U rack space and provide most of their connectors at the rear face. The smart front face features the remote user link port and the operation indicators. -
Page 6: What's In The Box
What’s in the box AdderView CATx 000 AVX1008 – 8 computer connections, 1 local console connection, 1 remote user connection AVX1016 – 16 computer connections, 1 local console connection, 1 remote user connection O SD w .a er .c on ly What you may additionally need Computer Access Modules One required per connected computer. -
Page 7: Installation
Installation Mounting The AdderView CATx 1000 units offer three main mounting methods: • Supplied four self-adhesive rubber feet • Optional single unit rack brackets • Optional double unit rack brackets Connections T IO 2 .0 T IO T IO T IO 2 .0... -
Page 8: Connections
Connections The AdderView CATx 1000 provides a great deal of flexibility in its configurations. This chapter details the various connections that can be made to achieve the required installation. Local user page 8 LOCAL Power POWER page 11 COMPUTER SYSTEM... -
Page 9: Local User
USER 1 Position a suitable video monitor, keyboard, mouse (and speakers, if X200 required) in the vicinity of the AdderView CATx 1000 unit such that their cables will easily reach. POWER 2 Attach the video monitor, keyboard, mouse (and speaker) connectors to the sockets, collectively labelled as CATx 1000 unit. -
Page 10: Remote User (Via X100/X200 Extender)
In situations where any computer system will be placed a significant distance from the AdderView CATx 1000 unit, ensure that the distance to any remote user is similarly less than 300 metres (980 feet). To connect a remote user 1 Place an Adder X100 or X200 extender unit adjacent to the remote user location. -
Page 11: Computer System (Via Cam)
To connect a computer system 1 Ensure that power is disconnected from the AdderView CATx 1000 unit and the system to be connected. 2 Locate the required CAM (there are five types available) and attach its video, keyboard and mouse (PS/2-style, USB or Sun) and optional audio connectors to the relevant sockets on the computer system. -
Page 12: Power In Connection
3 Connect the power lead to a nearby main supply socket. Note: Both the AdderView CATx 1000 and its power supply generate heat when in operation and will become warm to the touch. Do not enclose them or place them locations where air cannot circulate to cool the equipment. -
Page 13: Power Control Port
The control connector of the first power switch is attached, via serial cable, to the rear panel of the AdderView CATx 1000. Any additional power switches are then attached via a ‘daisy-chain’ arrangement to the first power switch. Each power switch box is then given a unique address and access to each power port (8 ports on each power switch box) is gained using a combination of the switch box address and the port number. -
Page 14: Cascading Multiple Units
Addressing computers in a cascade X200 The cascade tree The diagram shows how multiple AdderView CATx 1000 units can be cascaded to two levels. Computer systems can be connected at any level. The local or remote user can access computer systems situated anywhere within the cascade tree. -
Page 15: Connecting Units In Cascade
The method for cascading AdderView CATx 1000 units is straightforward and requires no hardware settings or lengthy configuration process. The method of linking AdderView CATx 1000 units is the same regardless of the cascade level, or number of devices attached. Put simply: • A single cascade link is made by connecting a... -
Page 16: Addressing Computers In A Cascade
The first time that you make a connection between two AdderView CATx 1000 units, the master unit will detect this and ask (via the on screen menu) if you want to automatically add computers. -
Page 17: Multiple Video Head Connections
(marked OPTIONS rear panel). An AdderView CATx 1000 will switch its channel if it receives the same command on the serial interface. Consequently, by linking the serial interfaces, a master unit may be made to automatically switch one or more slave units as shown in the diagram. -
Page 18: Remote Switching Control
Remote switching control The port switching functions of the AdderView CATx 1000 units can be remotely controlled by an RS232 link to the port on the rear panel. OPTIONS The sending device must use the following RS232 communication settings: Baud rate:... -
Page 19: Configuration
With security disabled (default setting), a local or remote user attached to the AdderView CATx 1000 will have full and unrestricted access to all computers and all AdderView CATx 1000 settings. In larger installations, you are strongly recommended to enable security and set up individual user accounts with access privileges. -
Page 20: Configuration Menus
• Set individual and global settings for users, • Run various functions, such as mouse restore operation, • Save and load AdderView CATx 1000 configuration settings, and more. To access the configuration menu 1 If the main menu is not already displayed, press and hold press using a keyboard attached to a AdderView CATx 1000 user port. -
Page 21: Configuration Menus Layout
What to do if the ADMIN password has been To change the hotkeys AdderView CATx 1000 units use as their standard hotkeys. These can be changed if they clash with other software or hardware within the installation. -
Page 22: Registering Users (Edit User List)
Registering users (edit user list) To create/edit user accounts Configuration menu. Note: You must be logged-in as the 1 Display the ADMIN user. 2 Highlight ‘Edit User List’ and press ADDERVIEW CATx 1000 Edit User List admin Oliver Johnny Ins-Add Del-Delete... -
Page 23: Registering Computers (Edit Computer List)
To create/edit computer entries Configuration menu. Note: You must be logged-in as the 1 Display the ADMIN user. 2 Highlight ‘Edit Computer List’ and press ADDERVIEW CATx 1000 Edit Computer List Computer 1 Computer 2 Computer 3 Computer 4 Computer 5... -
Page 24: Video Compensation
Video compensation The AdderView CATx 1000 units allow a remote user to be extended by a maximum of 300m (980 feet). Such long cable lengths can affect video signals, especially when higher screen resolutions are used. In order to eliminate any video signal degradation, all Adder X100 and X200 extenders provide effective software-based video compensation features. -
Page 25: Remote User Skew Adjustment
Remote user skew adjustment The category 5, 5e and 6 cabling supported by the AdderView CATx 1000 consists ) along with of four pairs of wires per cable. Three of these pairs are used to convey red, green and blue video signals to the remote video monitor. -
Page 26: Contents
To use skew adjustment 1 Display a skew pattern on the appropriate computer. You can either use the supplied skew pattern or create your own: Using the supplied skew pattern i Insert the supplied Adder Installation CD-ROM into the CD player of the computer. -
Page 27: Autoscanning
• All PCs – This mode visits, in turn, each computer that is connected directly to the AdderView CATx 1000. This mode should be used with care due to the reasons given in the warning below. Computers connected to cascaded switches will not be viewed in this mode. -
Page 28: Saving And Restoring Configuration Settings
Saving and restoring configuration settings The AdderView CATx 1000 can store up to 256 computer names and 5 sets of user access rights in addition to the ADMIN user account. Particularly in cascaded configurations, manually re-entering all computer names, port numbers and access rights can be a lengthy process. - Page 29 Admin, Roger and Pete are permitted to access this number computer - where there is not a ‘1’, the corresponding user is not permitted to access this computer. ADDER TECHNOLOGY DATA TRANSFER FILE. Users. User names [ADMIN [SAM [ROGER [PETE Passwords.
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Page 30: What To Do If The Admin Password Has Been Forgotten
If the ADMIN password becomes mislaid or forgotten, you will not be able to access the AdderView CATx 1000 to add or edit users and computer names. This situation may be resolved by performing a complete reset to return the AdderView CATx 1000. -
Page 31: Power Switching Configuration
Power switching configuration Power switch configuration comprises two main steps: • Configure the serial port to the same speed as used by the POWER CONTROL power switch box(es) via the configuration • Configure power ON and OFF strings for each relevant host computer. For each power port there needs to be a valid ‘Power ON string’... -
Page 32: Performing Upgrades
6 - Query the AdderView CATx 1000 unit Click the Query Unit button to confirm that communication is possible with the AdderView CATx 1000 and to establish the firmware details of the main unit and all connected CAMs. Note: The computer to which each CAM is connected must be powered before the respective CAM can be accessed. - Page 33 1000 will operate using the new firmware. Issues to consider when performing flash upgrades The upgrade program rewrites the AdderView CATx 1000 firmware code. If the upgrade process is interrupted then the AdderView CATx 1000 will have invalid code and will not be able to operate. It is therefore good practice to ensure that the upgrade process is always fully completed.
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Page 34: Operation
Note: The keys when pressed in combination are called ‘hotkeys’ and they signal to the AdderView CATx 1000 that you wish to control it, rather than the host computer. However, if these particular hotkeys clash with another device or program, then your administrator may change them to a different combination. - Page 35 At this point, depending on the security settings and the current log in situation, one of two things will be displayed, either the login screen, or the Selection menu: ADDERVIEW CATx 1000 Computer Computer 1 pressed down until all other...
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Page 36: User Arbitration - Simultaneous Local And Remote Users
Control of the selected host system (and switching operations) is arbitrated by the AdderView CATx 1000 on a first come, first served basis. In the idle state, control is available to both users and their keyboard indicators both show the current Num Lock, etc. -
Page 37: Logging In And Out
. You will be logged out and the login window will be re-displayed. Selecting cascaded computers The AdderView CATx 1000 is not limited to sharing just eight or sixteen computers. By joining numerous AdderView CATx 1000 products together in a... -
Page 38: The Confirmation Box
The confirmation box The AdderView CATx 1000 provides the option of a confirmation box that is displayed on screen for three seconds after a computer is selected. The confirmation box indicates the current user port and your user name, the selected computer and the connection status. -
Page 39: Power Switching (Via Configuration Menu)
Power switching (via configuration menu) When used in conjunction with optional power switch boxes, the AdderView CATx 1000 allows you complete remote control over the connected computers. The primary function of the power switching option is to remotely power down and reset computers that are failing to respond. -
Page 40: Further Information
If you are still experiencing problems after checking the list of solutions in the Troubleshooting section then we provide a number of other solutions: • Adder Technology website – www.adder.com Check the Support section of our website for the latest solutions and driver files. -
Page 41: Appendix 1 - Configuration Menus
Appendix 1 – Configuration menus The AdderView CATx 1000 configuration menus allow a range of settings to be made both to the installation as a whole and to parts of the system accessed by each user. To access the configuration menus 1 Select the on-screen main menu in one of two ways: •... -
Page 42: Functions
Reset to Factory Defaults Returns all key settings within the AdderView CATx 1000 to their original states. WARNING: This function will clear all computer and user lists that are stored within the AdderView CATx 1000. -
Page 43: User Preferences
You can select the colour of the reminder banner. The BLUE/TRANS and PINK/ TRANS select blue or pink text with a transparent background. The BLUE/WHITE and WHITE/RED settings select blue and white text on solid white and red backgrounds. ADDERVIEW CATx 1000 User Preferences OSD Colour : SCHEME 1... -
Page 44: Global Preferences
User Timeout : 2 SECONDS units. If you wish to scan the ports on the current AdderView CATx 1000 then you may select ALL the available computers or just the available computers that are currently powered on (the ACTIVE computers). Scanning just the active... - Page 45 When no keyboard or mouse data has been received from the active user port for the user timeout period, the AdderView CATx 1000 will allow the other user to access the computer. The new port then becomes the active port until it too times out.
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Page 46: Setup Options
If a user forgets to logout when they have finished accessing the AdderView CATx 1000 then the user console may unintentionally be left with full access to all the computers. The AdderView CATx 1000 can be set to automatically logout unattended user consoles when the screen saver kicks in. -
Page 47: Advanced Options
DDC Refresh Settings: AT START, DISABLED AT START sets the AdderView CATx 1000 to read DDC information from the selected source at power up. When DISABLED, no new DDC data is sought and existing information is used. When viewing this menu, press F7 to discover DDC information from the chosen source immediately. - Page 48 If a country code is not found then the AdderView CATx 1000 will use the current value of the Default Country option. In MANUAL mode, the connected local keyboard is not queried for country information and instead the Default Country value is reported to all computers that request country information.
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Page 49: Appendix 2 - Cable And Connector Specifications
Appendix 2 – Cable and connector specifications RS232 serial flash upgrade cable pin D-type female pin D-type male AdderView CATx 1000 to power switch cable pin D-type female Power switch to power switch daisy chain cable pin RJ Multi-head synchronisation cable... -
Page 50: Warranty
• If you use a power extension cord with the AdderView CATx 1000, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. -
Page 51: Radio Frequency Energy
Radio Frequency Energy A Category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable must be used to connect the units in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. All other interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. - Page 52 © 2008 Adder Technology Limited All trademarks are acknowledged. Release 1.0e November 2008 Part No. ADD0075 Adder Technology Limited, Technology House, Trafalgar Way, Bar Hill, Cambridge, CB23 8SQ, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1954 780044 Fax: +44 (0)1954 780081 Documentation by: www.ctxd.com...
- Page 53 Index Compensation for computer links 23 Access for remote user links 23 local and remote users 33 Computer Addressing connection 10 cascaded computers 15 name editing 22 power switch boxes 12 ports 4 ADMIN registering 22 forgotten password 29 selecting 33 password 20 Computer Access Module Advanced options 46...
- Page 54 Safety information 49 Troubleshooting 39 Saving configuration settings 27 Security Upgrade enabling 20 firmware 29,31 general steps 20 User list Selecting editing 21 cascaded computers 36 User preferences 42,45 computers 33 with hotkeys 33 with mouse buttons 35 Video compensation 23 with on-screen menu 34 Setup options 41,45 Skew adjustment 24...
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