NewStar NS560UTP User Manual

Kvm extender / splitter

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NS560UTP
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Summary of Contents for NewStar NS560UTP

  • Page 1 KVM Extender / splitter NS560UTP User Manual www.newstar.nl...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ............1 Key Features............2 Specifications............3 Packing Checklist ..........3 Installation .............. 4 Video Compensation ..........4 Operation ..............5 LED Indicators............5 Push Button: Switch to the control status ..7 Hotkeys Control ............. 8 Remote unit Hotkeys Control........
  • Page 3: Introduction

    ------------------------ Introduction The KVM Extender consists of a Local unit and a Remote unit that is suitable to locate a keyboard/monitor/mouse set up to 150 meters away from a computer or KVM switch using an inexpensive Category 5 UTP (unshielded twisted pair) cable. It provides an ideal and convenient way to remotely access the computer which is located in a secure, clean or dirty, harsh environment.
  • Page 4: Key Features

    ------------------------ Key Features Connects the Local unit and Remote unit via Category 5 UTP cable Remotely locates the keyboard, mouse and monitor up to 150m from a computer Supports PS/2 Video compensation can be adjusted by hotkey to ensure the optimum signal quality for any length of cable within the limit.
  • Page 5: Specifications

    ------------------------ Specifications NS560UTP Connection CAT 5 – RJ45 Female Remote unit Connectors Console MiniDIN6, female x 2 HDB15 female x 1 Local unit Connectors Console MiniDIN6, female x 2 HDB15 female x 1 Computer HDB15 female x 1 LED Indicators (Remote unit)
  • Page 6: Installation

    Installation ------------------------ NS560UTP NS560UTP NS560UTP (remote) (local) Figure 4: Connection patterns of KVM Extenders ------------------------ Video Compensation Before operating, you may like to conduct the Video Compensation first. In this case, the hotkeys are used to adjust the Equalization on the Remote Unit to get optimum video signal for various cable lengths.
  • Page 7: Operation

    Local unit and Remote unit. Remote unit Model LED Status Control Description NS560UTP The Remote unit remotely Remote: On (remote) controls the Local unit Table 3.1: LED - Control indication for Remote unit Power Up LED Status Model No.
  • Page 8: Local Unit

    (Auto Mode) take control. Table 4.1: LED - Control indication for Local unit Power Up LED Status Model No. LED Indicators NS560UTP (local) Local/remote: Flashes alternately Table 4.2: The Initial status and indication is displayed when KVM Extender is powered up...
  • Page 9: Push Button: Switch To The Control Status

    There is a button on the panel of Local unit which can be pushed (switched) in sequence to select the operation modes. Button on Local unit NS560UTP The button on the panel of Local unit can be pushed(switched) in sequence to select the following three modes:...
  • Page 10: Hotkeys Control

    To switch to this mode, press left Ctrl twice, hold Alt and press E key(press both keys simultaneously). This function is used to prevent from misunderstanding once the system is connected to NewStar’s KVM Switches. Thus, the user can choose either the control mode of KVM Extender or the number of computer connected to the KVM Switches.
  • Page 11: Remote Unit Hotkeys Control

    Remote unit Hotkeys Control ------------- Hotkey Commands without E optional With E optional Function Description Standard With Compatibility Command Mode Enabled Escape from hotkey mode Ctrl + Ctrl + Esc Ctrl + Ctrl + Esc Two beeps: Enables Compatibility Mode so that the KVM extender will work with a KVM switch Ctrl + Ctrl + Alt+E...
  • Page 12: Local Unit Hotkeys Control

    Beep sounds UTP Cable Length 0 100 feet (0 1 beep 2 beeps 3 beeps 4 beeps 5 beeps ----------------- Local unit Hotkeys Control Hotkey Commands without E optional with E optional Function Description Standard With Compatibility Command Mode Enabled Toggle switch selects Ctrl + Ctrl + Ti Ctrl + Ctrl + Ti...
  • Page 13 Remote Mode: Allows the remote user at Remote unit exclusive access to the computer at Local Ctrl + Ctrl + 2i Ctrl + Ctrl + E + 2i unit; access to the computer from the Local unit is disabled Auto mode selection Ctrl + Ctrl + 3 Ctrl + Ctrl + E + 3 Auto mode latch time: 5,...
  • Page 14: Cascade Configuration

    ----------------- Cascade Configuration The KVM Extender can be connected to the KVM Switch in compliance with the “Cascade Configuration”. In this case, there are some connection patterns may be conducted in a certain situations. However, to prevent from any conflict via hotkey commands among the connections, the E key is added and followed behind the Ctrl + Ctrl, which will enable you to manage the KVM Extender straightly.
  • Page 15: Appendixes

    ----------------- Appendixes Cable Requirements The cable interconnected between Local unit and Remote unit normally used is Category 5(CAT5) terminated with RJ45 connectors. It’s easy to get them from the local stores or call your dealers for help. Besides, CAT5e or CAT6 are applicable to the KVM Extender. This CAT5 is not provided with the standard package mainly because it is subject to the different length you may required.
  • Page 16 Note: CAT5, CAT5e or CAT6 cables are applicable to the extender pair. The above diagram shows the RJ45 connector of a CAT5 cable with its metal contacts facing up.
  • Page 17: Limited Warranty

    For further information, please contact your direct vendor. All the brand names and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Copyright 05/2005 NewStar Computer Products Europe Printed in Taiwan...
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