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It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CS1762 / CS1764 system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.
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KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switch functionality by combining a 2 port (CS1762) or 4 port (CS1764) KVM switch with a 2 port USB hub at the same time as it provides an interface for a digital monitor (DVI).
CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual There is no better way to save time and money than with a CS1762 / CS1764 installation. Since a single console manages all of the computers, the CS1762 / CS1764 setup: eliminates the expense of having to purchase separate console components for each computer;...
Either two (CS1762), or four (CS1764) cable sets are provided with this package. Note: The quality of the display is affected by the quality and length of the cables.
CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual Components CS1762 / CS1764 Front View 1&2 1&2 Component Description Port Selection Press a switch for longer than two seconds to bring the KVM, USB Pushbuttons hub, and audio focus to the computer attached to its corresponding port.
Firmware The Firmware Upgrade Cable that transfers the firmware upgrade Upgrade Port data from the administrator’s computer to the CS1762 / CS1764 plugs into this connector. See p. 21 for firmware upgrading details. USB Hub USB peripherals (printers, scanners, etc.) can plug into these ports.
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Keyboard Power On function. Cable Connections To set up your CS1762 / CS1764 USB DVI KVMP Switch installation, refer to the installation diagram on the following pages (the numbers in the diagrams correspond to the steps, below), and do the following: 1.
Hot Plugging The CS1762 / CS1764 supports USB hot plugging – components can be removed and added back into the installation by unplugging their cables from the USB hub ports without the need to shut the unit down.
Each CPU port section on the CS1762 / CS1764 switch is assigned a port number (1 or 2 for the CS1762; 1 to 4 for the CS1764). The port numbers are marked on the rear panel of the switch (see page 5 for details).
Chapter 4 Hotkey Operation The CS1762 / CS1764 provides an extensive, easy-to-use, hotkey function that makes it convenient to control and configure your KVM installation from the keyboard. Hotkeys provide asynchronous (independent) switching of the KVM, USB hub, and audio focus. Therefore, you can give one computer the KVM focus, another the USB hub focus, while a third has the audio focus.
CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual Going Directly to a Port Hotkey Action [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock] Brings the KVM, USB, and audio focus to the computer [n] [Enter] attached to the port corresponding to the specified Port Note that the KVM, USB, and audio focus all go to this port even if they were on different ports to begin with.
See the table below for details. Note: 1. The n stands for the number of seconds that the CS1762 / CS1764 should dwell on a port before moving on to the next. Replace the n with a number between 1 and 99 when entering this hotkey combination.
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CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual When HSM is active, the Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession to indicate that HSM is in effect. They stop flashing and revert to normal status when you exit HSM. Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended – only Hotkey compliant keystrokes and mouse clicks (described in the sections that follow), can be input.
4. Hotkey Operation Alternate HSM Invocation Keys An alternate set of HSM invocation keys is provided in case the default set conflicts with programs running on the computers. To switch to the alternate HSM invocation set, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (page 13) 2.
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CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual Keyboard Operating Platform The CS1762 / CS1764’s default port configuration is for a PC compatible keyboard operating platform. If your console uses a PC compatible keyboard and you have a Mac attached to a port, for example, you can change the port’s keyboard operating platform configuration so that the PC compatible keyboard emulates the Mac keyboard.
4. Hotkey Operation List Hotkey Settings To see a listing of the current hotkey settings, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 13 for details). 2. Press and release the F4 function key. 3. Open a text editor or word processor and use its Paste function to display the settings.
Note: To exit Firmware Upgrade Mode, you must power off the switch. Restore Default Settings To reset the CS1762 / CS1764 to its default hotkey settings, do the following: 1. Invoke HSM (see page 13 for details). 2. Press [R] [Enter].
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4. Hotkey Operation HSM Summary Table After invoking HSM (see page 13), key in one of the following keys to perform the corresponding function: Function Toggles between the default and alternate HSM invocation keys. Toggles between the default and alternate Port Switching keys.
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Chapter 5 Keyboard Emulation Mac Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Mac keyboard. The emulation mappings are listed in the table below. PC Keyboard Mac Keyboard [Shift] Shift [Ctrl] Ctrl [Ctrl] [1] [Ctrl] [2] [Ctrl] [3] [Ctrl] [4] [Alt]...
CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual Sun Keyboard The PC compatible (101/104 key) keyboard can emulate the functions of the Sun keyboard when the Control key [Ctrl] is used in conjunction with other keys. The corresponding functions are shown in the table below.
1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to our Internet support site and choose the model name that relates to your device (CS1762 or CS1764) to get a list of available Firmware Upgrade Packages.
CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual 4. Shut down the computers on your CS1762 / CS1764 installation. 5. Invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode (see page 18). The front panel LEDs flash together to indicate Firmware Upgrade Mode is in effect. Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware: 1.
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6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility 3. Click Next. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears: The Utility inspects your installation. All the devices capable of being upgraded by the package are listed in the Device List panel. 4. As you select a device in the list, its description appears in the Device Description panel.
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CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual 5. After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform the upgrade. If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares the device’s firmware level with that of the upgrade files. If it finds that the device’s...
6. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. After a successful completion, the switches exit Firmware Upgrade Mode, and reset themselves.
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Appendix Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. ...
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CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed. Liquid has been spilled into the device. The device has been exposed to rain or water. The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
CS1762 / CS1764 User Manual Specifications Function CS1762 CS1764 Computer Connections Port Selection Front Panel Pushbuttons; Hotkey Console Keyboard 1 x USB Type A Connectors Mouse 1 x USB Type A Video 1 x DVI-I F Speakers 1 x Mini Stereo Jack F (Green)
Appendix Troubleshooting Operation problems can be due to a variety of causes. The first step in solving them is to make sure that all cables are securely attached and seated completely in their sockets. In addition, updating the product’s firmware may solve problems that have been discovered and resolved since the prior version was released.
Appendix About SPHD Connectors This product uses SPHD connectors for its KVM and/or Console ports. We have specifically modified the shape of these connectors so that only KVM cables that we have designed to work with this product can be connected.
What is covered by the Limited Hardware Warranty ATEN will provide a repair service, without charge, during the Warranty Period. If a product is detective, ATEN will, at its discretion, have the option to (1) repair said product with new or repaired components, or (2) replace the entire product with an identical product or with a similar product which fulfills the same function as the defective product.