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Sequoia 2H2U
One of a kind multiviewing
Revision 1.0.3, (May, 2014)

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  • Page 1 User Manual Sequoia 2H2U One of a kind multiviewing Revision 1.0.3, (May, 2014)

  • Page 2: About This Manual

    To assist us in making improvements to this user manual, we welcome any comments and constructive criticism. Please email us at: sales@avitechvideo.com. WARNING Do not attempt to disassemble the Sequoia 2H2U. Doing so may void the warranty. There are no serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel. TRADEMARKS All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1. Getting Started ......................1 1.1 Package Contents ......................1 1.2 Product Features ....................... 3 1.3 Specifications ........................4 1.4 Connections to the Sequoia 2H2U ................... 5 2. System Configuration ....................7 2.1 Getting the Sequoia 2H2U Ready ..................7 2.1.1 Basic Setup When Connecting to an Regular or Touch-screen Display..
  • Page 4 Appendix C Using the Touch-to-Mouse Utility (for Windows XP only) ..... 27 Appendix D Resetting to the Factory-Default State ............ 28...

  • Page 5: Warranty

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Avitech is not responsible for any radio or Limitation of Liability television interference caused by using other than recommended Avitech’s liability under this warranty shall not exceed the purchase...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    1. Getting Started The Avitech Sequoia 2H2U is a highly innovative device. The Sequoia integrates the functions of a KVM (keyboard video mouse) switch and a robust multi-viewer into one enclosure. The Sequoia 2H2U provides a simple solution for any user who works in an environment with multiple computer systems and Pro A/V equipment.
  • Page 7 Rubber Foot (4 pcs) USB-A to USB-B Cable HDMI Cable (optional) Sequoia 5-in-1 Cable (optional) DVI to HDMI Adapter (optional) Table 1-1 Package Contents The following items are included if optional rack mount kit is ordered. Front Bracket Power Adapter Tray...

  • Page 8: Product Features

    23 presets and even program a list of display layouts for the Sequoia to automatically cycle through (“Briefing” feature – refer to Sequoia 2H2U Phoenix-G manual for more details). Moreover, with Avitech’s Hook utility (patent pending), a laptop can be used to control the Sequoia 2H2U via the USB port on the front panel For larger applications cascade up to 5 Sequoia 2H2U’s and control up to 10 computers and 10 video...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    1.3 Specifications Input Automatic sensing  HDMI mode:  480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p HDMI or DVI  DVI-D mode: (through DVI to HDMI adapter)  Up to 1920×1200 Transmission of audio signal is not included when using the DVI to HDMI adapter.

  • Page 10: Connections To The Sequoia 2H2U

    (Volume can be adjusted and output can be enabled/disabled.)  PWR  Glows green when the Sequoia 2H2U is turned ON.  MODE  Glows green when the Sequoia is in Host operation mode.  Glows amber when the Sequoia is in Remote operation mode.
  • Page 11 For setup using the Phoenix-G software (Galaxy) and control using ASCII Z commands via a network connection Ethernet (IP) (Protocol: TCP/IP, UDP) Dip Switches Resets the Sequoia to factory-default settings; or updates firmware Power Switch Turns the Sequoia 2H2U power ON and OFF Table 1-4 Sequoia 2H2U Component Description...

  • Page 12: System Configuration

    This chapter discusses the process of setting up Sequoia 2H2U. 2.1 Getting the Sequoia 2H2U Ready The Sequoia 2H2U can be connected to most monitors and some touch-screen displays. It can also be cascaded with up to five (5) Sequoias for larger applications.
  • Page 13 USB connection. Step 2. Connect the first A/V device’s audio output to the Sequoia 2H2U’s SOURCE 2 input (DB15 connector on rear panel) via the 5-in-1 cable. Repeat this process for the second A/V device and connect to SOURCE 4.
  • Page 14 When connecting to touch-screen display Press Ctrl + T on the keyboard to perform a screen calibration. This is necessary when connecting to a touch-screen for first time or upon resetting the Sequoia 2H2U.  The following symbol will appear in the top left portion of the screen: ...

  • Page 15: Basic Setup When Cascading Sequoia Devices

    Figure 2-3 Cascading Three Sequoia 2H2U’s Setup Step 1. Perform steps 1 – 7 for the first Sequoia 2H2U as outlined for Regular Display in the previous section “Basic Setup When Connecting to a Regular or Touch-screen Display.”...
  • Page 16 The Sequoia’s (Host) keyboard & mouse will now control the selected computer.  This item is not applicable for Sequoia 2H2U with touch-screen display cascaded setup or with PS/2 connection – “Surfer” feature (default setting is “on”) is enabled, moving the mouse to the same border that is shared with another remote computer will cause the Sequoia’s (Host) keyboard and...

  • Page 17: Basic Operations

     USB host – refers to mouse/keyboard USB ports located on the Sequoia 2H2U front panel.  USB device – refers to the DB15 connector (source 1 and 3 ports) located on the Sequoia 2H2U rear panel that connects to the computer’s USB port through the 5-in-1 cable.

  • Page 18: Host Operation Mode

    (only USB connections are hot-pluggable). 3.1.2 Functions The Sequoia 2H2U allows the swapping of window position, window size adjustment, and audio output selection. Following are the summarized Host operation mode functions. Function...

  • Page 19: Hot-Keys

    3.1.3 Hot-keys Hot-keys are available when utilizing the Sequoia 2H2U under the Host operation mode. Following are the summarized Host operation mode hot-keys. Keys Use Alt + F1 – F12 function keys (up to F23 with special keyboard) to load Alt + F# (F1 –...

  • Page 20: Remote Operation Mode

    (Ctrl + Y) list in memory. 3.2 Remote Operation Mode 3.2.1 Hot-keys The following hot-keys are only available when utilizing Sequoia 2H2U under Remote operation mode. Keys Pause Exit from the Remote operation mode to the Host operation mode.
  • Page 21 Ctrl + Pause forth. The controlling function is available only if the computer and Break Sequoia 2H2U are connected via the 5-in-1 cable. Note: 1. If only one computer is connected, then no switching would occur. 2. Not applicable after pressing the above-mentioned Ctrl + Esc hot-key.

  • Page 22: Appendix A Using The Surfer Feature

    Appendix A Using the Surfer Feature “Surfer” feature is not available for Sequoia 2H2U with touch-screen display setup or with PS/2 connection. The “Surfer” feature is designed for ease of transferring control from one remote computer window to another. Just moving the mouse to the nearest side border of another remote computer will cause the Sequoia’s (Host) keyboard and mouse to transfer control to next selected computer.
  • Page 23 Figure A-2 “Surfer” Feature on Default Preset 2 Figure A-3 “Surfer” Feature on Default Preset 3...

  • Page 24: Surfer" Feature On Non-Uniform Quad Layout

    “Surfer” Feature on Non-uniform Quad Layout  Below figure shows possible “Source” window control switching action upon moving the mouse to the window sides “with arrow” and “line” indicators. Moving the mouse from one “Source” window to the other transfers control from the former window to the target window. No “Source”...

  • Page 25: Surfer" Feature On Cascaded System

    Legend: Host operation mode action (moving between Sequoia 2H2U) = dotted line and arrow (no fill) Remote operation mode action (within a particular Sequoia 2H2U) = shaded line and arrow (with fill) Figure A-6 “Surfer” Feature on Cascaded System Up to 5 Sequoia 2H2U can be cascaded.

  • Page 26: Appendix B Using The Touch-Screen

    Using the Touch-screen When using a touch-screen monitor with the Sequoia 2H2U for the first time or after a factory reset make sure to perform a screen calibration. (For details refer to Chapter 2.1.1, “Basic Setup When Connecting to a Touch-screen Display.”)

  • Page 27: Pop-Up Selection

    Pop-up Selection Use a stylus (or finger) to tap the top right corner of a window and the following icons will appear: ). To execute an icons’ function press on it for approximately 1 second. To perform the “swap window function,” press on the icon for 1 second, and then tap twice on the destination window.

  • Page 28: Move/Resize Window

    Move/Resize Window To move a window, tap anywhere near the center of the window and when the symbol appears, drag the window to a new position. To resize a window, tap anywhere near the edge of the window and when the directional arrows appear, drag the windows’...
  • Page 29 To exit from (Full Screen) Remote operation mode; press the upper or lower inch of the touch-screen for approximately 1.5 seconds. Note: Figure B-5 indicates these areas with the black rectangles. Figure B-5 Touch-screen: Exit Remote Operation Mode (When in Full Screen)

  • Page 30: Switch Control (Cycle) Between Windows

    Switch Control (Cycle) Between Windows To switch control from window 1window 2; press anywhere on window 2 for approximately 0.5 second. When the “Swap with Active Window” parameter is set to (ON) then switching control from window 1window 2 will also swap the locations of the windows. The “Swap with Active Window” parameter can only be adjusted using the Phoenix-G (Galaxy) control software.
  • Page 31 To switch Sources (cycle) while in Full Screen Remote operation mode; press within an inch of the left or right edges of the touch-screen and hold for approximately 1.5 seconds. (Refer to Figure B-7.) Cycle forward: press right side of screen: ...
  • Page 32 Appendix C Using the Touch-to-Mouse Utility (for Windows XP only) The Touch-to-Mouse utility is designed for use with a touch-screen monitor and a remote computer running Windows XP. To start the Touch-to-Mouse utility, perform the following steps: Step 1. Copy the file “Sequoia USB Touch Tool.exe” to the designated computer. Step 2.
  • Page 33 Appendix D Resetting to the Factory-Default State To reset your Sequoia to its factory-default state, perform the following steps: Step 1. Power-off the Sequoia by pressing the power switch. Step 2. Push number 2 (middle) dip switch located on Sequoia’s rear panel downward to ON position. Figure D-1 Push the Number 2 (Middle) Dip Switch Step 3.

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