1. Information 1.1 Overview The LCD drawer, a modularized design, has a 19”-wide screen TFT LCD panel, a 105-key keyboard, and a touchpad. “KVM-8901” is the 3-in-1 model (LCD, Keyboard, and Touchpad), “KCM-0832” and “KCM-1632” is the 8 / 16-port KVM module. The power source of all the models is +12V DC-in from an external power adapter.
1.2 Features ⚫ 1U-19” rack mount size design ⚫ 19 inches wide screen LCD with on screen display (OSD) setting ⚫ Touch-pad (compatible with PS/2 mouse interface) ⚫ Standard 105 keyboard plus 18 push-buttons (hotkeys) ⚫ KVM functions ◼ Hot Plug - add PCs or remove connected PCs for maintenance without powering down the KVM switch or PCs ◼...
1.3 Product Specifications Model Name KVM-8901 KVM-8901 + KVM-8901+ KCM-0832 KCM-1632 Numbers of Ports Dimension (W x L x H), in mm 482 x 610 x 44 Net Weight 20 KGS Gross Weight 24 KGS Display Size 19 inch Wide Screen Panel Type Resolution 1440 x 900 / 1366x 768 (16:10 / 16:9)
Panel Control and OSD Function LCD OSD Menu-Tree 1. Color a. Contrast b. Brightness c. Color Adjust d. Color Temp Auto-Tune (A): [1] Auto setting 2. Image Setting [2] Exit a. Clock Menu (M) : b. Phase [1] Activate OSD menu c.
(5) Use the “Up” or “Down” button to adjust the contrast of the display. (6) Press the “Menu” button to save and finish this setting. 2.3 Brightness (1) Press the “Menu” button. (2) Use the “Up” or “Down” button to scroll to the item “Color”. (3) Press the “Menu”...
Contrast Brightness Color Adjust Color Temp (5) Press the “Menu” button to enter. (6) Use the “Down” and “Up” button to adjust the Color Temp of the display. (7) Press the “Menu” button to save and finish the setting. 2.6 Language The LCD_OSD support 7 languages, English, French, German, Spanish, Tradition Chinese, Simple Chinese and Japanese by selecting the item in the menu by the item “English”, “Français”, “Deutsch”, “Español”, “繁體中文”, “简体中文”, and “日本語”, respectively.
Touch Pad FUNCTION Basic Function Cursor Move This function is enabled when the finger moving on touchpad device. Scroll Multiple Function Finger Vertical Scroll 1 Finger (Left Button) It’s same as the left button of vertical scrolling is enabled when tap right mouse.
4. KVM Module 4.1 Introduction The 4-in-1 LCD drawer includes KVM module which provides efficient way to control many computers. Powerful model-detection design will enable all connected PCs to identify KVM model correctly to meet server versatility and reach optimum setup. Stackable function (by daisy-chain) enables to link other KVM switches at any time to expand connected computers.
4.2 KVM Features ⚫ Use One KVM Console to control 8/16 PCs ⚫ Scan Interval: 5-99 Seconds ⚫ Automatic KVM signal simulation, able to boot-up PC simultaneously ⚫ Support advanced function of Logitech and Microsoft mouse ⚫ Support Plug & Play, Software free ⚫...
4.3 KVM’s Switch Operation (1) Switch Ports by Hotkey Commands You can conveniently command KVM Switch via a simple hotkey sequence. To send commands to KVM Switch, you must press the hotkey (default is Caps Lock) twice within 2 seconds. You will hear a beep sound confirming you are in the hotkey mode.
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Example 1: To bring up the OSD by hotkey, press “Caps Lock”, “Caps Lock” and the “Space Bar”. Immediately, the OSD overlay screen will appear. The superimposed menu screen is generated by the KVM Switch, and does not affect your computers or software function in any way. within 2 seconds Caps Caps...
(2) Switch Ports by KVM-OSD “M” Press the button = To activate KVM-OSD menu Use the up / down arrow to select the desired port. Figure KVM-OSD Menu of KVM Switch 4.4 Remarks (1) Please plug KVM switch adapter and use high quality 3-in-1 KVM cable for optimum operation. (2) To prevent potential power damage, please don’t use 2-wire extension cord and ensure AC outlets at PCs and monitors are on the same phase and have correct grounding.
5. Installation 5.1 Cabinet Installation Below is the steps to install the LCD drawer with the standard 19-inch cabinet. Step 1: Figure 1: Attach the left and right mounting rails to the rack Step 2: Figure 2: Remove the screws Step 3: - 14 -...
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Figure 3: Let the LCD drawer slide-in the rack mount bracket Step 4: Figure 4: Screw–in the LCD drawer at the left/right position - 15 -...
5.2 Connection Diagrams ⚫ For 3-in-1 LCD Drawer (KVM-8901)r ⚫ Plug the DC12V to the drawer. ⚫ Plug HDB-15 end of the KVM cable to the drawer and plug the other end of the cable (with the sequence mouse, keyboard, then video) to PC’s ports. FIG.1 Single Console Connection between drawer and PC KVM-8901 1.8M cable...
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⚫ For 3-in-1 LCD Drawer (KVM8901) to external KVM Box ⚫ Plug the DC12V to the drawer. ⚫ Plug HDB-15 end of the KVM cable to the drawer and plug the other end of the cable (with the USB and video) to the external KVM box’s console. FIG.2 Single Console Connection between the drawer and the external KVM Module KVM-8901 1.8M cable...
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For 4-in-1 LCD Drawer (KVM-8901+ KCM-0832/KCM-1632) ⚫ Plug the DC-power adapter to the drawer. ⚫ Plug HDB-15 end of the KVM cable to a selected switch channel and plug the other end of the cable (with mouse/keyboard/video) to PC’s ports. FIG.3 Connection between 4-in-1 drawer and PC KVM-8901 + KCM-0832...
6. Package Contents KVM-8901 Control Center LCD drawer 1 PCS User’s manual 1 PCS AC to DC Power Adapter 1 PCS Rack Mount Kit * 1 SET KVM cable 1 SET - 19 -...
7. Certifications This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must accept any interference received. CE –...
APPENDIX-1 Notes on 3-in-1 LCD Drawer Ensure that all cables are well seated. Label all of cables with the number for each respective computer to avoid confusion. The recommended VGA cable distance is 5 meters maximum without ghosting and degradation. Normally, the cable length is based on driver capacity of your VGA card.
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