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  • Page 1 User Manual TZ1500...
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  • Page 3 User Manual TZ1500 Copyright ©2003 Raritan Computer, Inc. KVM_TZ1500-0A-E March 2003 255-37-0050 1F61 I.T.E. L I S T E D Raritan Computer Inc. Raritan Computer Europe, B.V. Raritan Computer Japan, Inc. Raritan Computer Taiwan, Inc. 400 Cottontail Lane Eglantierbaan 16...
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  • Page 5 Product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. KVM Drawer, Paragon, and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Raritan Computer, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1: I ..........1 HAPTER NTRODUCTION KVM Drawer TZ1500 Overview ...............1 Product Photos ....................2 Product Features .....................3 Package Contents....................3 2: KVM D Z-CIM I ..5 HAPTER RAWER AND NSTALLATION KVM Drawer Rack Mount Instructions.............5 Z-CIM Connection....................7 Naming Attached Computers................
  • Page 8 Z-CIM Specifications..................33 LCD Panel......................34 Model Differentiation ..................34 B: T ........35 PPENDIX ROUBLESHOOTING Z-CIM Troubleshooting ..................36 C: F ....37 PPENDIX REQUENTLY SKED UESTIONS D: G ..........41 PPENDIX LOSSARY...
  • Page 9 Safety Instructions Please read these safety instructions carefully. Keep this User Manual for later reference. Disconnect this equipment from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or spray detergent for cleaning. Use moisture sheet or cloth for cleaning. For plug-in equipment, the outlet should be located near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
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  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Raritan’s KVM Drawer Model TZ1500 is the first in the industry to offer the convenience of using standard UTP cabling to connect servers up to 1,000 feet away. The KVM Drawer TZ1500 is a 1U 19” rack mount KVM console with built-in keyboard, touchpad, and LCD monitor. It offers highly integrated Raritan Z-Series server management and enables control of up to 42 servers via industry standard UTP cabling.

  • Page 12: Product Photos

    KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Product Photos KVM Drawer TZ1500 UKVMSPD Z-CIM Unit...

  • Page 13: Product Features

    (1) TER-RJ45 Z-CIM Terminator • (1) User Manual • (1) Warranty Card The complete KVM Drawer TZ1500 KIT package consists of: • (1) 1U 19” Rack Mount KVM Drawer console • (1) Mounting Kit (includes short and long brackets for customized fit) •...
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  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Kvm Drawer And Z-Cim Installation

    KVM Drawer due to ground potential difference, make sure that all devices on the installation are properly grounded. Please consult your vendor for any technical issues if necessary or contact Raritan Technical Support at (732) 764-8886 or via email at support@raritan.com, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 8:00pm, EST.
  • Page 16 KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL With the rear of the Drawer facing you, insert the slider into the bracket arm so that the rack mount openings are aimed away from the unit. Attach the slider to the bracket arm using the larger-head screws included in the kit.

  • Page 17: Z-Cim Connection

    Attached Components, for further information). Note: If you are connecting more than one computer/Z-CIM to your KVM Drawer, please see the section that follows, Additional Z-CIM Connections, for additional information. Rear view of KVM Drawer TZ1500 Cat5 cable plugs into “OUT” port on Z-CIM.

  • Page 18: Naming Attached Computers

    KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Z-CIM Terminator Last Z-CIM KVM Drawer K/B Video Mouse Attached Computer KVM Drawer attached to one Z-CIM and Computer Naming Attached Computers You must name the computer attached to the KVM Drawer via Z-CIM, and test for proper operation. On the KVM Drawer keyboard, press the <Scroll Lock>...

  • Page 19: Additional Z-Cim Connections

    2: KVM D Z-CIM I HAPTER RAWER AND NSTALLATION Additional Z-CIM Connections Additional Z-CIMS can be added to the your KVM Drawer to allow control of up to 42 devices from one central location. Repeat steps 1 through 3 below to add computers to the Z-Series chain. Name and test each computer as it is added.
  • Page 20 KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL m. Press the <F2> key to return to the Selection Menu. The Selection Menu will display the new computer name highlighted in white. Press the <Enter> key to switch to the selected computer. Normal computer access and operation indicates a successful connection. Z-CIM Terminator UKVMSPD Last Z-CIM in chain...

  • Page 21: Z-Cim Cabling Information

    2: KVM D Z-CIM I HAPTER RAWER AND NSTALLATION Z-CIM Cabling Information Raritan certifies the following Category 5e UTP and Category 6 UTP cable products for use with the Z-series Z4200U system: Category 5e UTP Cable: Belden DataTwist 350 UT #1700A Solid...

  • Page 22: Z-Cim On-Screen User Interface (Osui) Functions

    KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Z-CIM On-Screen User Interface (OSUI) Functions The Z-CIM On-Screen User Interface allows you to control, configure, and operate all facets of Z-series functionality. Press <Scroll Lock> twice rapidly to invoke the OSUI. RESS <F1> View the Help Menu –...

  • Page 23: Help Menu

    2: KVM D Z-CIM I HAPTER RAWER AND NSTALLATION Help Menu The Help Menu lists all the functions keys for quick and easy reference. Selection Menu The Selection Menu lists connected computers, serial numbers, scan rates, and the number of servers currently detected by the system, sorted by computer name in alphabetical order.

  • Page 24: Edit Menu

    KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Edit Menu The Edit Menu <F3> can be used to make changes to the computer channel name and its scan rate. Scan rate is the time interval, measured in seconds, that a computer will remain displayed on monitor during scanning.

  • Page 25: System Profile Menu

    2: KVM D Z-CIM I HAPTER RAWER AND NSTALLATION System Profile Menu The System Profile Menu <F4> can be used to make changes to parameters that effect overall system functionality. Select fields to be edited by pressing <Tab> (moves forward) <Shift-Tab> (moves backward), <...
  • Page 26 KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL • Green Mode (PowerSave Mode): Turns off the video at the LCD panel if the user console is idle for a pre-specified amount of time. Two fields control it: On/Off: Use < > and < > keys to toggle between on and off. Time: Use <...

  • Page 27: Lcd Panel

    2: KVM D Z-CIM I HAPTER RAWER AND NSTALLATION LCD Panel Factory Preset Timing for Reference H. F V. F ESOLUTION IXEL 640 x 350 31.469 Non-interlaced 25.175 640 x 350 37.861 Non-interlaced 31.50 640 x 400 37.861 Non-interlaced 31.50 720 x 400 31.469 Non-interlaced...

  • Page 28: Other Rear Panel Ports

    Admin. The Admin. Port is a proprietary serial port used to upgrade KVM Drawer firmware. When new firmware is available, it will be posted on the Raritan website: http://www.raritan.com/public/support/firmware_updates.aspx. Video Adjustment Port Administration (Admin.) Port...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3: Kvm Drawer Operating Instructions

    RAWER PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Chapter 3: KVM Drawer Operating Instructions LCD Panel and OSD Controls Buttons on the TZ1500 LCD front panel: ONTROLS ESCRIPTION Power On/Off button Soft power on/off button on front of the KVM Drawer (there is also an on/off switch on the rear panel of the KVM Drawer).
  • Page 30 KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Use the buttons located below the LCD panel to view the On Screen Display (OSD). The menu functions on the OSD allow you to optimize working with and viewing screen images on the KVM Drawer.

  • Page 31: Osd Main Menu Functions

    3: KVM D HAPTER RAWER PERATING NSTRUCTIONS OSD Main Menu Functions • Press the MENU button to display the OSD Main Menu. • Press the UP ARROW ( ) or DOWN ARROW ( ) button to highlight an OSD Menu option, and then press the MENU button to execute the highlighted option.

  • Page 32: Brightness

    KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Brightness Select the Brightness function to dim or brighten the backlighting of the LCD panel. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD Main Menu. Press the or the button to highlight Brightness and then press the MENU button to view the Brightness control panel.

  • Page 33: Color

    3: KVM D HAPTER RAWER PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Color Select the Color function to adjust the amount of Red, Green, and Blue in the LCD panel in the same way you would adjust the RGB values on a television set. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD Main Menu. Press the or the button to highlight Color and then press the MENU button to view...
  • Page 34 KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Use the buttons to increase or decrease the color in the selected color’s control panel. ‘Red’ Control Panel iii. Press the MENU button to return to the Color Main Menu. iv. Select the Return option and press the MENU button to return to the Color Main Menu.

  • Page 35: Quality

    3: KVM D HAPTER RAWER PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Quality Select the Quality function on the OSD Main Menu to adjust the size and clarity of the appearance of text and graphics displayed on the LCD panel. Quality options include Size, Phase, Noise, Text/Graphics, and Sharpness.
  • Page 36 KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Phase: On the Phase control panel, use the buttons to adjust the vertical timing of images on the LCD panel. Press the MENU button to return to the Quality Main Menu. PHASE Phase Control Panel Noise: On the Noise control panel, use the buttons to adjust electrical interference or “snow”...

  • Page 37: Position

    3: KVM D HAPTER RAWER PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Sharpness: On the Sharpness control panel, use the buttons to increase or decrease the crispness of the image edges on the LCD panel. Press the MENU button to return to the Quality Main Menu. SHARPNESS Sharpness Control Panel On the Quality Main Menu, select Return and press the MENU button to return to the...
  • Page 38 KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Select Image Pos. to adjust the position of the images on the LCD Panel. MAIN MENU HORIZONTAL VERTICAL CENTER RETURN 800X600 H37.8KHZ V:59.8HZ Image Position Main Menu Select OSD Pos. to adjust the position of the On Screen Display panel on the LCD panel.
  • Page 39 3: KVM D HAPTER RAWER PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Select Vertical to move the entire contents of the LCD panel up or down. When the Vertical control panel appears, use the or the button adjust the image(s) and then press the MENU button to return to the Image Position or OSD Position Main Menu.

  • Page 40: Language

    H37.8KHZ V:59.8HZ Language Main Menu Recall Select the Recall function to revert any changed LCD panel settings to the original factory settings set by Raritan before shipment. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD Main Menu. Press the or the button to highlight Recall and press the MENU button to view the Recall Control Panel.

  • Page 41: Exit

    3: KVM D HAPTER RAWER PERATING NSTRUCTIONS Exit Select the Exit function to close the OSD Main Menu. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD Main Menu. Press the or the button to highlight Exit and press the MENU button to close the OSD Main Menu.
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  • Page 43: Appendix A: Specifications

    A: S PPENDIX PECIFICATIONS Appendix A: Specifications KVM Drawer TZ1500 Standard Meets EIA RS-310C 1U 19” rack mount standard Dimension (W x H x D) 17.34” x 1.73” x 19.5” (440mm x 44mm x 495 mm) Display Type LCD, TFT panel display, 15” (381mm) diagonal Tempered Glass for LCD .08”...

  • Page 44: Lcd Panel

    • The TP1500 offers another way to access the power of Paragon, Raritan’s all Category 5 UTP cable-based KVM switch, which is built for small to mid-sized data centers, server rooms, call centers and hardware/software test labs.

  • Page 45: Appendix B: Troubleshooting

    B: T PPENDIX ROUBLESHOOTING Appendix B: Troubleshooting ROBLEM ESCRIPTION UGGESTION • Press soft power button. Check if power LED is lit. Blank Screen • If LED turns green, check if PC has been powered on. Confirm that all cables are connected. •...

  • Page 46: Z-Cim Troubleshooting

    KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL Z-CIM Troubleshooting ROBLEM ESCRIPTION UGGESTION The Z-Series chain is installed, but Be sure the computers are powered ON and that each there is no indication of active Z-CIM requiring a power supply is also plugged in. Be computers on the Selection Menu (no sure the KVM Drawer is plugged in.

  • Page 47: Appendix C: Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes. Z-Series is Paragon Ready™, for convenient, clustered added directly to Paragon access and control of high-density rack mounted servers in without the KVM Drawer? large-scale data centers. Connect the first Z-CIM in the chain directly to Raritan’s Paragon with a single Category 5 UTP cable.
  • Page 48 UTP Cabling Frequently Asked Questions UESTION NSWER What UTP cable does Raritan Raritan certifies the following Category 5e UTP and Category 6 recommend for use with UTP cable products for use with its family of industry-leading  data center solutions: Paragon , Paragon Ready™,...
  • Page 49 Raritan product applications. Can I use Cat 6 cable? Yes. Currently only one Category 6 UTP cable product is Raritan certified for use with Raritan products. Raritan continues to test new Category 6 UTP cabling products as they are released to the market.
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  • Page 51: Appendix D: Glossary

    D: G PPENDIX LOSSARY Appendix D: Glossary HRASE EFINITION Active A channel is active when a connected device is powered on. See also Channel. Channel Channe There are up to 42 “channels” in a Z-series configuration. A channel represents the path to a certain computer on the Selection Menu.
  • Page 52 KVM D T1500 U RAWER ANUAL HRASE EFINITION Local Keyboard, monitor, and mouse (KVM Drawer) plugged into local Z-CIM port. Console Menu A Z-Series On-Screen User Interface (OSUI) display. Menu <F> Function keys for On-Screen User Interface (OSUI) menus. (<F1>, <F2>, etc.) Keys PowerSave Allows a properly equipped monitor to operate in energy save mode.

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