IOGear MiniView Micro Audio GCS614A Installation Manual

IOGear MiniView Micro Audio GCS614A Installation Manual

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4 Port KVM Switch with Built-in KVM Cables
Installation Manual ( GCS614A)
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  • Page 1 MiniView™ Micro Audio 4 Port KVM Switch with Built-in KVM Cables Installation Manual ( GCS614A) ®...
  • Page 2 ® IOGEAR the IOGEAR logo, MiniView, VSE are trademarks or registered trademarks of IOGEAR Inc. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines, Inc. Macintosh, G3/G4 and iMac are registered ®...
  • Page 3 ® With the MiniView™ Micro Audio by IOGEAR , you can access two to four computers from a single console (keyboard, mouse and monitor), and allow them share multimedia speakers.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Package Contents Overview Features Requirements Pictorial Introduction Installation Operation Specification Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Con’d Tech Support Radio & TV Interference Statement Limited Warranty...
  • Page 5: Package Contents

    Package Contents This package contains: 1 MiniView Micro Micro Audio 4 Port KVM Switch 1 User Manual 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Warranty Registration Card If any items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer.
  • Page 6: Overview

    Overview ® Introducing the four port MiniView™ Micro Audio KVM switch from IOGEAR – A simple solution for those with more PCs than hands. Use one keyboard, one monitor and one mouse to control two/four PCs or Macintosh systems*, and share the multimedia speakers among them.
  • Page 7: Features

    Features • The smallest 4 port KVM switch with audio support available. • Use one keyboard, monitor and mouse to control 4 computers. • Share multimedia speakers among two computers. • 6' long molded-in cables to simplify setup. • Microsoft Intellimouse, Logitech FirstMouse+, MouseMan+, and other special mice are supported •...
  • Page 8: Requirements

    Requirements Console • A VGA, SVGA, or Multisync monitor capable of the highest resolution that you will be using on any computer in the installation. • A PS/2 Style Mouse. • A PS/2 Keyboard. Computers The following equipment must be installed on each computer that is to be connected to the system: •...
  • Page 9 Requirements Cables For optimum signal integrity and to simplify the layout, high-quality 4-in-1 Custom KVM cables have been designed into the GCS614A. There is no need for a separate cable purchase. Note: The KVM cables have PS/2 style keyboard and mouse connectors. The GCS614A does...
  • Page 10: Pictorial Introduction

    Pictorial Introduction 1. KVM Cables These 4-in-1 cables connect to the keyboard, video, mouse, and audio ports on the computers you are installing. (need to add the connectors at the cables’ ends). 2. Port LEDs A LED lights to indicate its corresponding port is the one that has the KVM focus.
  • Page 11: Installation

    Step 1. Before you begin, please turn off the computers you are going to connect to the MiniView™ Micro Audio. NOTE: to prevent damage to your equipment due to static electric discharge, please make sure that all devices on the installation are properly grounded. Connect your monitor to the female VGA port on your MiniView™...
  • Page 12 Installation Step. 2 Connect the VGA cable that is built into the KVM cable of your MiniView™ Micro Audio to the VGA port on your computer. Connect the PS/2 keyboard cable that is built into the KVM cable of your MiniView™ Micro Audio to the PS/2 key-board port on your computer.
  • Page 13 Installation Step 3. Repeat step 2 for the rest of you computers. Step 4. Turn on the power to the computers.
  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation Accessing all of your computers from a single console could not be easier. The GCS614A uses Hotkey combinations to give the KVM focus to the computer of your choice. The GCS614A provides the following Hotkey features: - Selecting the Active Port...
  • Page 15 When Hotkey Mode is active: - The keyboard Caps Lock and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession. They stop flashing and revert to normal status when you exit Hotkey Mode. - Ordinary keyboard and mouse functions are suspended. Only Hotkey compliant keystrokes and mouse clicks (Described in the sections that follow) can be input.
  • Page 16 Auto Scan Mode The Miniview Micro Audio’s Auto Scan feature automatically cycles through the four ports at 5 second intervals. This allows you to monitor the computer activity without having to switch from port to port manually. To start Auto Scan Mode:...
  • Page 17 Operation 2. Press and release [0] Once scanning begins, it continues until you press [Esc] or [Spacebar] to exit Auto Scan Mode. The Port that is active at the time scanning stops remains active. Note: 1. Auto Scan only scans ports that are powered on. It passes over any powered off ports. 2.
  • Page 18 Operation LED Display Activity On (Steady) Flashing Function Port is not selected Port is connected to an active computer Port is connected to an active computer, and is being accessed in AutoScan Mode...
  • Page 19: Specification

    Specifications Function Computer Connections Port Selection LEDs Console Ports CPU Connectors Scan Interval Video Resolution Environment Housing Weight Dimensions (L x W x H) Specification Hot Keys Selected Keyboard 1 x 6 pin mini-DIN female (purple) 1 x 6 pin mini-DIN female (green) Mouse Video 1 x HDB-15 femail (blue)
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Switch needs to be KVM cables. Wait five seconds; then reset plug the cables back in and turn the computers on. Press the [Spacebar] to exit Auto Scan Switch is in Auto Scan Mode. Mode. Resend the Hotkey command Pressing Hot Selected port...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting Con'd

    TroubleShooting Con’d Symptom Possible Cause Switch needs to be Mouse Not reset. Detected, or Does Not Respond Correctly. Mouse set to Serial Mode. Incorrect Mouse Driver. Resolution and/or Video Bandwidth set too Problems high Action Turn off the computers and unplug the KVM cables.
  • Page 22: Tech Support

    Technical Support If you need technical support, please check out our IOGEAR Tech Info Library (T.I.L.) at www.iogear.com/support for the latest tips, tricks, and troubleshooting. The IOGEAR T.I.L. was designed to provide you with the latest technical information about our products.
  • Page 23: Radio & Tv Interference Statement

    Radio & TV Interference Statement WARNING!!! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 24: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK OR ITS DOCUMEN- TATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.
  • Page 26 ® Contact info. 23 Hubble • Irvine, CA 92618 • (P)949.453.8782 • (F)949.453.8785 • www.iogear.com...

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