ADDER ADDERView CCS-MV4228 User Manual

ADDER ADDERView CCS-MV4228 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ADDERView CCS-MV4228 ® User Guide Experts in KVM Switching Connectivity Solutions Solutions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Operation Welcome ........................2 Technical specifications ..................3 Displaying windows ....................21 Supplied items .......................4 Switching between channels ................22 Optional extras .....................5 Managing windows .....................22 Installation Entering and exiting system mode ............22 Taking control of a window ..............22 Connections ......................6 Custom Preset Layouts ................23 Computer connections .................7 Resizing and moving windows ..............23 Console connections ..................8...
  • Page 3: Welcome

    Introduction WELCOME Features Thank you for choosing the ADDERView™ CCS-MV4228 multi-viewer switch for • Automatic switching between ports without the need to press any buttons. Simply working simultaneously with up to eight computers. You can choose to view the move the mouse between windows. output of any computer on either a single 8-port display or dual 4-port displays.
  • Page 4: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Approvals / Compliance Physical design CE, UKCA, FCC class A, TUV US & Canada Robust metal construction Video resolutions 17.28”/439mm(w), 2.28”/58mm(h), 9.33”/237mm(d) 3.8kg/8.38lbs Inputs: Up to 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz. Power supply Outputs: Up to 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz or 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz. 100 - 240V AC, 47/63Hz Software compatibility 12VDC 36W output from power supply unit...
  • Page 5: Supplied Items

    SUPPLIED ITEMS Power adapter with universal mains plug CCS-MV4228 unit Information wallet containing: Four self-adhesive rubber feet Quick start guide Safety document...
  • Page 6: Optional Extras

    OPTIONAL EXTRAS 19” rack-mount kit Part number: RMK14 HDMI cable 1.5m Part number: VSCD15 DisplayPort to DisplayPort video cable Part number: VSCD18 Audio cable 2m USB cable 2m (type A to B) (3.5mm stereo jacks) Part number: VSC24 Part number: VSC22...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Installation CONNECTIONS All connections are made at the rear panel. Use only approved shielded cables, particularly for the video connections. Ensure that all connections are made before applying power. Computer port 1 Console peripherals USB 2.0 keyboard USB 2.0 Remote Keyboard Audio Hi-Speed...
  • Page 8: Computer Connections

    Computer connections The multi-viewer switch has eight computer ports, each of which consists of: dual DisplayPort/HDMI video links, two USB links and a single audio connection. The unit supports video input resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 @ 30Hz. To make connections (to each computer port) 1 Attach either a DisplayPort or HDMI cable between the combined video input port 3 Use 3.5mm audio cable to link the audio jack to the speaker...
  • Page 9: Console Connections

    Console connections The video display(s), keyboard, mouse and speakers are attached to the various connectors on the rear panel that constitute the console port. The unit supports video display resolutions up to 3840 x 2160. 3 Connect the console speakers to the 3.5mm audio output socket on the rear To make console connections panel.
  • Page 10: Remote Control Connection

    Remote control connection Power connection The RCU port allows the switch unit to be connected IMPORTANT: Ensure that the video displays connected to the multi-viewer switch are to, and controlled by an external source. Refer to the API powered on before applying power to the multi-viewer switch itself. Manual (MAN-0000023) for further details.
  • Page 11: Configuration

    OSD menu. Windows operation In addition, a Windows 10 driver is required, which may be downloaded from www.adder. com. On each multiple monitor computer, run the downloaded file. After accepting the licence agreement you will be prompted to choose a destination folder.
  • Page 12: Using The Osd

    USING THE OSD Channel names The OSD deals with settings that may need to be occasionally changed after the initial commissioning process, such as video, channel and USB settings. The various options The front panel display screen clearly shows the currently selected channel number(s) within the OSD are divided into five distinct pages.
  • Page 13 OSD - Video Settings To get here • On the console keyboard, enter the following in succession: Left Ctrl then Left Ctrl then o (upper or lower case accepted) Auto Scaling Maintain aspect ratio - The channel video aspect ratio will be maintained when the user resizes the window.
  • Page 14 OSD - Channel Settings To get here 1 On the console keyboard, enter the following in succession: Left Ctrl then Left Ctrl then o (upper or lower case accepted) 2 Click the Channel Settings menu item. Channel Name Allows you to add a name for each channel. To do so: Select a channel number in the upper section, enter the name in the Channel Name field (up to 8 characters) and press Return.
  • Page 15 OSD - USB Settings To get here 1 On the console keyboard, enter the following in succession: Left Ctrl then Left Ctrl then o (upper or lower case accepted) 2 Click the USB Settings menu item. Mouse Parking Mouse Mode Refers to hiding the mouse when the user moves to the other monitor.
  • Page 16 OSD - Audio Settings To get here 1 On the console keyboard, enter the following in succession: Left Ctrl then Left Ctrl then o (upper or lower case accepted) 2 Click the Audio Settings menu item. Audio Mixing It refers to output only and only applies to digital audio from the HDMI port.
  • Page 17 OSD - Advanced Operation To get here 1 On the console keyboard, enter the following in succession: Left Ctrl then Left Ctrl then o (upper or lower case accepted) 2 Click the Advanced Operation menu item. Reset to Factory Defaults Removes all user entered configuration details.
  • Page 18 OSD - System Information To get here 1 On the console keyboard, enter the following in succession: Left Ctrl then Left Ctrl then o (upper or lower case accepted) 2 Click the System Information menu item. This page is intended to aid technical support. It displays the version number for the System and Video Controllers, plus Front Panel firmware.
  • Page 19: Copy & Paste

    Some devices, such as user displays, are not recognized if connected after the switch is already powered on. 2 Download the Copy & Paste driver file from the Adder website: www.adder.com 3 Install the driver file separately onto each computer that will use the Copy & Paste function.
  • Page 20: Enabling The Usb Device Mode

    Enabling the USB Device mode This mode allows you to copy & paste text and files using an external USB storage device as the temporary memory. Each host computer must have a USB link between it and the switch. To enable the USB Device mode 1 Connect an external FAT32-formatted USB storage device to one of the USB 3.0 a On the taskbar, locate the setup icon and right-click on it to open the menu below: Console ports on the rear panel of the switch.
  • Page 21: Ccs-Mv Upgrade Process

    CCS-MV UPGRADE PROCESS Troubleshooting 1 Download and install Adder CCS-MV Firmware Upgrade tool from Adder.com on a Issue Remedy PC not connected to the multi-viewer switch. “STM Device in DFU mode” does not 1 Check the driver installation under C:\ 2 Power up the multi-viewer and open the OSD (Left Ctrl | Right Ctrl | O).
  • Page 22: Operation

    Operation Audio Hold The multi-viewer switch allows the user to view the video outputs of up to eight host computers simultaneously, either on a single display or dual displays. Keyboard and mouse The Audio Hold button prevents switching the audio port when changing control is assigned to a single host computer at a time and is switchable using a number the other console peripherals (keyboard, mouse, video) to another of methods (see page 23).
  • Page 23: Displaying Windows

    DISPLAYING WINDOWS You can choose how to view the windows of the various host computers. Custom layouts If custom layouts have been saved (see page 24), you can select one as follows: Full screen • Press: L Ctrl | L Ctrl | F# (where F# is the required function key: F1 to F8) Shows a single window on the whole screen.
  • Page 24: Switching Between Channels

    SWITCHING BETWEEN CHANNELS MANAGING WINDOWS In everyday use, the multi-viewer switch has two main modes of operation: • Press the required channel button on the front panel: • User mode - this is the normal mode of operation, where the switch is essentially transparent.
  • Page 25: Custom Preset Layouts

    Custom Preset Layouts Resizing and moving windows In system mode, the mouse cursor is also responsible for re-sizing and moving windows There are a number of options available when resizing windows, including the options to around within the display canvas. It is advisable to begin with one of the predefined retain the aspect ratio or select only a partial element of the computer’s display.
  • Page 26: Using Copy & Paste

    USING COPY & PASTE The optional Copy & Paste function allows you to copy text and files from one host PC to another. There are two ways to use the Copy & Paste function: Mode 1: Using the internal COM Device - used for transferring only text, up to 1,000 characters and requires no external storage device.
  • Page 27: Further Information

    If you are still experiencing problems after checking the information contained within this • Getting assistance - see right guide, then please refer to the Support section of our website: • Appendix A - Hotkey commands www.adder.com • Appendix B - Open Source Licenses...
  • Page 28: Appendix A - Hotkey Commands

    APPENDIX A - Hotkey commands This section provides a summary of hotkey commands used on the multi-viewer switch. Note: The hotkeys assume the use of a US keyboard. To invoke the OSD Unpin all windows F11 f r Press and release Left Ctrl then Right Ctrl then o Pin/unpin window toggle F11 F# (where # is the required function key: F1 to F8)
  • Page 29: Appendix B - Open Source Licenses

    APPENDIX B – OPEN SOURCE LICENSES by such license terms with regard to such third party software. This product includes binaries that are derived from the open source community. 8 STMicroelectronics has no obligation to provide any maintenance, support or updates for the software package.
  • Page 30 © 2023 Adder Technology Limited All trademarks are acknowledged. Documentation by: www.ctxd.com Part No. MAN-000032 • Release 1.0...
  • Page 31: Index

    Index Advanced Settings 16 Displays Settings Window configurations 22 Audio Hold 21 initial setup 10 audio 15 Windows Audio Settings 15 channel 13 managing 23 Autoscaling 24 USB 14 resizing and moving 24 Focus layout 22 video 12 Software upgrade 20 Channel button Speakers 8 Hotkeys 27...

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