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- Page 1 MultiVideo DVI Matrix Switch with RS232 Control INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS MANUAL 10707 Stancliff Road Phone: (281) 933-7673 Houston, Texas 77099 WWW.ROSE.COM...
- Page 2 LIMITED WARRANTY Rose Electronics® warrants the MultiVideo DVI to be in good working order for one year from the date of purchase from Rose Electronics or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time during this one-year warranty period, Rose Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace the Unit as set forth below.
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Page 3: Radio Frequency Energy
DECLARATION of CONFORMITY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ACCORDING TO COUNCIL DIRECTIVE 93/68/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC This equipment is in conformity with the protection requirements of the following Council Directives: The Declaration of Conformity is based upon compliance of the product with the following harmonized standards: EN55022: Radio Frequency Energy All interface cables used with this equipment must be shielded in order to maintain compliance... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE of CONTENTS Contents Page # Disclaimer ..........................1 System Introduction........................1 Features ..........................1 Models ............................2 Rear View ..........................2 Front View ..........................3 Installation..........................4 1- User Console Connections ....................4 2- Connecting the USB peripherals to the unit...............4 3- Connecting the Computers to the unit ................5 4- Applying power .........................5 System Operation........................6 Selecting / switching to a computer ..................6... -
Page 5: Disclaimer
Thank you for choosing Rose Electronics MultiVideo DVI for your DVI video distribution applications. The MultiVideo DVI features full dual link DVI video or high definition analogue video. The advanced emulation technology of the MultiVideo DVI allows USB HID devices to be truly emulated to each computer, even specialty keyboards and mice. -
Page 6: Models
MODELS Models The MultiVideo DVI is available in 3 different configurations. All models operate the same and computers and peripherals are switched in the same manor. Rear View 1x4 (dual, tri, quad) Computer Connections: Video – DVI-I Dual-Link USB 2.0 – Type B Audio - 3.5mm stereo jack... -
Page 7: Front View
Front View LED display Peripherals switched to selected computer Select computer (1-4) Select Peripherals (KVM, SPK, USB1 / 2) Selected V1-V4 video monitors Computer switched to selected computer The front panel display indicates which computer port is selected and which peripherals (KVM, Speakers, USB1 or USB2) are switched to the current computer. -
Page 8: Installation
The following installation instructions are a guide to properly connecting all of the equipment to the MultiVideo DVI unit. No special order is required but it is recommended that power to the equipment and to the MultiVideo DVI unit be applied after all connections have been made. -
Page 9: 3- Connecting The Computers To The Unit
Each unit is supplied with a 110-240 VAC 50/60Hz power adapter that supplies a +5 VDC, 4A, 20 watts to the MultiVideo DVI unit. There is no on/off power switch on the unit. Operation begins as soon as power is supplied to the unit. -
Page 10: System Operation
OPERATION System Operation Selecting / switching to a computer There are four ways to switch to a computer: Using the front panel controls Using hotkeys Using mouse button presses Serial command to the “Option” port 1- Front panel controls The front panel controls (Figure 1) consist of two buttons, “Computer” and “Mode”, and a LED display showing which peripherals are connected to the selected computer (top indicator row), and which video monitors are switched to the selected computer (bottom indicator row). -
Page 11: 2- Hotkey Switching
2- HotKey switching The User Console USB keyboard can be used to issue Hotkey commands to the MultiVideo DVI unit. These hotkey commands can quickly switch the keyboard, monitor(s), mouse, speakers, and the USB peripherals to any computer channel. The default hotkey is the Ctrl + Alt key pressed simultaneously. If the default hotkey setting conflicts with other software or hardware, it can be easily changed to one of seven choices or the hotkey switching can be disabled. -
Page 12: 4- Serial Command To The "Option" Port
To switch channels using serial commands to the “Option” port, connect a serial cable from a computer’s serial port to the “Option” port on the MultiVideo DVI unit. The serial cable is usually an 8p8c connector on one end and a DB9F connector on the other end. -
Page 13: Configuration Mode
Configuration mode When you enter the configuration mode, each menu mode offers several settings that can be used to customize the actions of the MultiVideo DVI unit. To enter the configuration mode, press and hold the front panel “Computer” button for approximately five (5) seconds. -
Page 14: Managing Edid Video Display Information
The hotkey default is now set to ‘Ctrl + Shift’. Managing EDID video display information Whenever a MultiVideo DVI unit is powered on (or when the refresh EDID option is selected from the configuration menu), it will interrogate the connected monitor(s) to determine whether EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) information is available. -
Page 15: Auto Scanning
+ channel number. Installing / synchronizing multiple units If your system requires more than the four head video that the MultiVideo DVI provides, the unit can be connected to a second unit to double the capability. The main unit is connected to the second unit using a serial synchronization cable. -
Page 16: Service
Technical Support If you are experiencing problems, or need assistance in setting up, configuring, or operating your MultiVideo DVI, consult the appropriate sections of this manual. If, however, you require additional information or assistance, please contact the Rose Electronics Technical Support Department at: Phone: (281) 933-7673 E-Mail: TechSupport@rose.com... -
Page 17: Safety
Like all electronic equipment, the MultiVideo DVI should be used with care. To protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the Unit, read and follow these safety instructions. -
Page 18: Appendix A - Specifications
APPENDICES Appendix A – Specifications Part Number Description MDM-4T2DDL/A1 1x4 Dual-Video MDM-4T3DDL/A1 1x4 Tri-Video MDM-4T4DDL/A1 1x4 Quad-video (All models feature Dual-Link video, USB 2.0, and Audio support) Dimensions: Width Depth Height Weight (in / cm) (in / cm) (in / cm) (lbs / kg) 10.24 / 26 5.9 / 15... -
Page 19: Appendix B - Default Video Modes
VESA STD Appendix C – Synchronizing multiple units The MultiVideo DVI unit can be connected to another unit to switch up to eight video heads simultaneously. The units are connected together with a special synchronizing cable connected to the “Option” port on each unit. Video heads are connected 1-4 on the master unit and 5-8 on the slave unit. - Page 20 10707 Stancliff Road Phone: (281) 933-7673 Houston, Texas 77099 WWW.ROSE.COM...
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