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An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the CE680 / CE690 system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.
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Introduction Overview The CE680 / CE690 is a DVI Optical KVM Extender that overcomes the length restriction of standard DVI cables by using optical fiber to send high definition audio, video and control signals over long distance. It accepts audio-video stream from a local source and serializes the data to pass over a single 3.125...
Superior video quality of up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz (24-bits) – get an excellent, crisp image on your screen over long distance transmissions (up to 600 m for CE680; up to 20 km for CE690) Dual console operation – control your system from both the local and remote USB keyboard, monitor, and mouse consoles Pushbutton operating mode selection –...
Note: It is recommended that you use a Single Mode optical fiber cable that conforms to IEC 60793-2-50 B1.1 or ITU-T G.652.B specifications. If you wish to utilize the CE680 / CE690’s high-end serial controller function, you need to purchase an appropriate RS-232 cable...
CE680 / CE690 User Manual Maximum Cable Distances Connection Distance Computer to Local Unit (CE680L / CE690L) Local Unit (CE680L / CE690L) 600 m (CE680) 20 km (CE690) to Remote Unit (CE680R / CE690R) Remote Unit (CE680R / CE690R) to monitor...
Chapter 1. Introduction Components CE680L / CE690L (Local Unit) Front View Component Description KVM Port Use the Custom KVM cable supplied with this unit: DVI Input port: The DVI connector of the provided Custom KVM cable that connects to your computer plugs into this port.
CE680 / CE690 User Manual CE680R / CE690R (Remote Unit) Front View Component Description RS-232 Serial Port RS-232 serial devices – such as barcode scanners – plug into this port. Wake Up PC Press the Wakeup PC pushbutton to wake the Pushbutton computer at the local site through the RS-232 port.
Chapter 1. Introduction CE680 / CE690 (Local / Remote Unit) Rear View Component Description Cable Tie Slot If you want to use a cable tie to gather the cables together, you can run it through this slot to attach it to the unit.
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Keyboard Power On function. Mounting For convenience and flexibility, the CE680 / CE690 can be mounted on system racks. To rack mount a unit do the following: 1. Using the screws provided in the Mounting Kit, screw the mounting bracket into the bottom panel of the unit: 2.
CE680 / CE690 User Manual Installation Setting up the CE680 / CE690 DVI Optical KVM Extender system is simply a matter of plugging in the cables. Make sure that all the equipment to be connected up is powered off. Refer to the installation diagrams (the numbers in...
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup RS-232 Function Steps 7–8 are for incorporating a serial terminal or other serial devices into your installation. Do the following steps: 7. (Optional) For control of serial devices and/or to use Wake Up PC feature (see page 18), connect a local computer to the RS-232 Serial port on the local unit.
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Rear View 10 10 Touchscreen CE680L / CE690L Fiber Optic cable 10 10 Touchscreen CE680R / CE690R Note: The serial port on the CE680L / CE690L connects to the computer; the serial port on the CE680R / CE690R connects to a serial device (optional).
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(page 18). The LEDs on the front panel indicate the operating status of the device (page 19). Operating Modes The CE680 / CE690 DVI Optical KVM Extender has three operating modes – Local, Auto, and Remote, as described in the table below: Mode...
CE680 / CE690 User Manual Mode Selection The Operating Mode Selection switch, located on each unit’s front panel, controls the operating mode of the DVI Optical KVM Extender system. Pressing the switch toggles the operating mode as follows: CE680R / CE690R...
Chapter 3. Operation LED Display The CE680 / CE690 Local and Remote units have front panel LEDs to indicate their operating status, as shown in the tables, below: CE680L / CE690L (Local Unit) Indication Local (Green) Lights when the local console is active (the Remote LED is off).
Remote unit to enter the firmware upgrade mode. 2. Connect a computer to the RS-232 port of the local/remote unit. 3. Use ATEN Firmware upgrade utility to do the firmware upgrade. Note: Do these steps for the Local and Remote units individually (Single Unit Mode, page 26).
Chapter 3. Operation Hotkey Setting Mode The administrator and users can use hotkey combinations to configure a number of the DVI Optical KVM Extender’s working environment parameters. All Hotkey operations begin by invoking Hotkey Setting Mode (HSM). Invoking HSM To invoke HSM (CE680L / CE690L only), do the following: Control and F12 Keys 1.
CE680 / CE690 User Manual When Hotkey Mode 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. A Command Line appears on the monitor screen. The command line prompt is the word Hotkey: in yellow text on a blue background.
Chapter 3. Operation Keyboard Operating Platform The CE680 / CE690's default configuration is for a PC Compatible keyboard operating platform. If you have a Mac or a Sun on your installation, you can change the keyboard operating platform as follows: 1.
CE680 / CE690 User Manual Hotkey Summary Table After invoking HSM (see page 19), key in one of the following keys to perform the corresponding function: Function Toggles between the default ([Ctrl] [F12]) and alternate ([Num Lock] [–]) Hotkey invocation keys.
Chapter 4 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]...
CE680 / CE690 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.
Upgrade Methods You can upgrade the CE680 / CE690 firmware using the following methods: Single Unit Mode – Upgrade the CE680L / CE690L (Local Unit) or CE680R / CE690R (Remote Unit) individually Local and Remote Mode –...
CE680 / CE690 User Manual Single Unit Mode To prepare for the Firmware Upgrade, do the following: 1. Turn off the CE680L / CE690L or CE680R / CE690R and unplug the power adapter. 2. Push and hold the Operation Mode pushbutton on the CE680L / CE690L or CE680R / CE690R front panel.
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Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility 2. Read and agree to the License Agreement (enable the I Agree radio button). 3. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears: The Utility inspects your installation. The Local/Remote Unit is listed in the Device List panel and automatically selected for upgrade.
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CE680 / CE690 User Manual As the upgrade proceeds, status messages appear in the Status Messages panel, and the progress toward completion is shown on the Progress... bar. The highlight / color of the device name in the Device List panel also...
Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Local and Remote Mode To prepare for the Firmware Upgrade of both Local and Remote units, do the following: 1. Turn off both CE680L / CE690L and CE680R / CE690R units and unplug their power adapters. 2.
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CE680 / CE690 User Manual Starting the Upgrade To upgrade your firmware: 1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file (CE680_CE690_Vx.x.xxx.exe)) – either by double clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it.
Chapter 5. The Firmware Upgrade Utility 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 version is higher than the upgrade version, it brings up a dialog box informing you of the situation and gives you the option to Continue or Cancel.
CE680 / CE690 User Manual Upgrade Failed For the Single Unit upgrade mode, if the Upgrade Succeeded screen does not appear, then the upgrade failed to complete successfully. You should repeat the upgrade procedure from the beginning. For the Local and Remote Unit upgrade mode (upgrading both units at the same time), if the CE680L / CE690L upgrade failed, switch to Single Unit Mode.
Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. This product is for indoor use only. 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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CE680 / CE690 User Manual If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.
CE680 / CE690 User Manual Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii: North America Email Support support@aten-usa.com Online Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support Technical Documentation Support Software Updates...
Appendix Specifications Function CE680L / CE690L CE680R / CE690R Connectors Video 1 x DVI-D Female Ports (White) Speakers 1 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green) Mic. 1 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Pink) 1 x USB Type B (Keyboard / Female (White) Mouse) 1 x USB Type B...
Function CE680L / CE690L CE680R / CE690R Fiber Optics Operating Distance 600 m (CE680) / 20 km (CE690) with Single Mode (SM) fiber Wavelength 1310 / 1550 nm for SM Data Rate Single fiber: 1920 x 1200 @60 Hz (24-bits;...
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