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November 2006
ACU5114A
ACU5116A
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- Page 1 Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500) SUPPORT FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 INFORMATION Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Special configuration Introduction .................2 Configuration ................14 Supplied items - ACU5114A variant ...........3 What are hotkeys? ............14 Supplied items - ACU5116A variant ..........4 Entering, using and exiting configuration mode...14 Password setting ..............15 Installation and operation Password override..............15 Hot plugging and mouse restoration ........16 Installation ...................5... -
Page 3: Introduction
984 ft (300m) away (656 feet [200m] up to 300 metres from a computer system. Two users can simultaneously view maximum for the ACU5116A variant) and handles the remote peripherals. The the output of the host system and either can take control, providing it is not long distance link between the two modules is made via Category 5, or higher, being used by the other user. -
Page 4: Supplied Items - Acu5114A Variant
Supplied items - ACU5114A variant ® Optional power supply connection Connection from Switch bank to computer RS232 determine certain serial port modes and functions Connection to REMOTE module Keyboard, video and mouse connections to peripherals Multi-cable for keyboard, video and mouse connections between computer and LOCAL Power... -
Page 5: Supplied Items - Acu5116A Variant
Supplied items - ACU5116A variant ® Optional power supply connection Connection from Switch bank to computer RS232 determine certain serial port modes and functions Connection to REMOTE module Keyboard, video and mouse connections to peripherals Multi-cable for keyboard, video, mouse and audio... -
Page 6: Installation And Operation
Installation and operation ® Installation LOCAL module switches (continued) The installation of the Wizard extenders is straightforward and can best be LOCAL Switch 1 achieved in most cases by following these stages for each module: OFF: Normal operation. • Stage A Check or set the configuration switch settings ON: (Before power is applied) Places the LOCAL module into flash upgrade •... -
Page 7: Remote Module Switches
REMOTE module switches REMOTE module switches (continued) ® REMOTE Switch 1 Determines configuration of hotkeys in conjunction OFF: Normal operation. with switch 3 ON: (Before power is applied) Places the REMOTE module into flash upgrade Reserved for mode so that the internal software can be changed. Please see the ‘Flash future use upgrade’... -
Page 8: Stage B - Mounting A Module - Desk Or Rack
Stage B - Mounting a module – desk or rack Installation Advice ® • For correct operation, the local and remote units must have ground The Wizard extender modules can be situated on a desk (or floor) or alternatively connections. At the computer end, ensure that the computer or KVM switch for larger installations, mounted within optional rack mount chassis units. -
Page 9: Stage C - Connections
984 feet (300 metres) for ACU5114A variants or 656 feet (200 metres) Monitor (video) Blue for ACU5116A variants. 1 Insert the connector Keyboard Purple from the twisted pair cable link into... - Page 10 ® The LOCAL module provides extra ports to accommodate a keyboard, video The ACU5116A variant of the LOCAL module allows a pair of speakers to be monitor and mouse in the vicinity of the host system. connected and used in the vicinity of the host system.
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Page 11: Connections At The Remote Module
Connections at the REMOTE module ® Keyboard, video and mouse connections Twisted pair, power and serial connections The connections to the keyboard, video monitor and mouse are all made to the 1 Insert the connector sockets at one end of the REMOTE module. from the twisted pair cable link into the 1 Attach the lead from... - Page 12 Audio connections (ACU5116A only) ® On the ACU5116A REMOTE module, audio connections are available at the two Note: When the REMOTE module 3.5” jack sockets mounted on the side (same side as the switch bank). Note: is rack mounted, the audio...
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Page 13: Operation
Operation ® General use Power and activity indicators In use, the Wizard extender modules should be almost transparent - the system On the front panel of both modules are small recessed indicators which and its peripherals should operate almost exactly as normal, the only difference provide confirmation of power and being that they are duplicated (see ‘User arbitration’... -
Page 14: Locking And Unlocking The System
Locking and unlocking the system ® In situations where the computer system (and the LOCAL module) can be locked away, the Wizard extender modules offer a viable security system to deter unauthorised use. Once a password has been set, a simple key sequence allows the system to be quickly and securely detached from its peripherals. -
Page 15: Special Configuration
Special configuration ® Configuration Entering, using and exiting configuration mode You can alter the way that the Wizard extender modules operate to suit your To enter and use configuration mode: requirements. This is done using the Configuration mode and you can affect the 1 Simultaneously press the currently configured following settings: hotkeys (by default,... -
Page 16: Password Setting
Password setting Password override ® Password protection allows you restrict access to the system only to authorised This mode allows you to override the password that has been set at the REMOTE personnel. A password first needs to be set and then, using the keyboard module and place it into configuration mode so that a new one may be set. -
Page 17: Hot Plugging And Mouse Restoration
Hot plugging and mouse restoration ® To restore mouse operation when hot plugging: It is strongly recommended that you switch off the computer system before attempting to connect it via the Wizard extender modules. However, if this is not 1 Carefully connect the Wizard extender modules to the system and its keyboard, mouse, monitor, audio and serial device. -
Page 18: Image Controls - Sharpness And Brightness
Image controls - sharpness and brightness ® To use the image controls The Wizard extender modules incorporate special controls to compensate for losses incurred within long cable links. Using these controls you can adjust the 1 Simultaneously, press the hotkeys (by default, ) along with to enter configuration mode. -
Page 19: Skew Adjustment
Skew adjustment ® The twisted pair cabling supported by the Wizard extender modules (category 4 As appropriate, press either the R, G or B keyboard keys to select the 5, or higher) consists of four pairs of cables. Three of these pairs are used by the appropriate colour channel. -
Page 20: Miscellaneous Settings
Miscellaneous settings ® The following are configuration settings within the modules that are not covered in other sections of this guide. These can be achieved once within configuration mode by pressing the indicated keys: Report firmware version - Before initiating this command, ensure that the system is running an application that can display typed keys as screen characters - e.g. -
Page 21: Flash Upgrade
2 Right mouse click on the ‘31⁄2 Floppy (A:)’ icon and select ‘Format’. 1 Contact Black Box technical support (see front cover) for details about how 3 Select the ‘Full format’ option and ensure that the ‘Copy system files’ box is to locate and download the appropriate upgrade file. -
Page 22: Stage C - Reconfigure The Local Connections And Begin
Stage C - Reconfigure the LOCAL connections and begin Stage D - Reconfigure the REMOTE connections and begin ® 1 On the computer from which you will run the upgrade, ensure that its BIOS 1 Disconnect all cables from the REMOTE module and take it to the computer. settings will allow it to boot from the floppy diskette drive, rather than 2 Use a ‘KVM switch-type’... -
Page 23: Further Information
Further information ® Troubleshooting If you experience problems when installing or using the Wizard extender modules, please check through this section for a possible solution. If your problem is not listed here and you cannot resolve the issue, then please refer to the ‘Getting assistance’... -
Page 24: Other Products In The Wizard Range
Other products in the Wizard range Safety information ® • For use in dry, oil free indoor environments only. The following related Wizard items are available: • Do not use to link between buildings. • Wizard Extender ACU5013A • Ensure that the twisted pair interconnect cable is installed in compliance Allows one system to be controlled from two locations or permits a second with all applicable wiring regulations. -
Page 25: Radio Frequency Energy
Radio Frequency Energy ® A Category 5 (or better) twisted pair cable must be used to connect the Wizard extender modules in order to maintain compliance with radio frequency energy emission regulations and ensure a suitably high level of immunity to electromagnetic disturbances. -
Page 26: Certification Notice For Equipment Used In Canada
Certification notice for equipment used in ® Canada The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications-network protective, operation, and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. -
Page 27: Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (Nom) Electrical Safety
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) electrical ® safety statement Instrucciones de seguridad 1 Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de 15 En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. lineas de energia. -
Page 28: Blackbox Subsidiary Contact Details
BlackBox subsidiary contact details ® Country Web Site/Email Phone United States www.blackbox.com 724-746-5500 724-746-0746 United Kingdom www.blackbox.co.uk +44 118 965 6000 +44 118 965 6001 techhelp@blackbox.co.uk Austria www.black-box.at +43 1 256 98 56 503 +43 1 256 98 56 100 support@black-box.at Belgium www.blackbox.be... - Page 29 ® © 2006 Black Box Corporation All trademarks are acknowledged. Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018, United States of America Tel: +1-724-746-5500 Fax: +1-724-746-0746 Documentation by: www.ctxd.com...
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