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Edition: 2011-10-11
Draco major
Model:
K474-UX / CX
IHSE GmbH
Maybachstrasse 11
88094 Oberteuringen
Germany
info@ihse.de
www.ihse.de
Tel. +49 7546-9248-0
Fax +49 7546-9248-48

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    User Manual Edition: 2011-10-11 Draco major Model: K474-UX / CX IHSE GmbH Maybachstrasse 11 88094 Oberteuringen Germany info@ihse.de www.ihse.de Tel. +49 7546-9248-0 Fax +49 7546-9248-48...
  • Page 2 Draco major Copyright © 2011. All rights reserved. This information may not be reproduced in any manner without the prior written consent of the manufacturer. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Trademarks All trademark and trade names mentioned in this document are acknowledged to be the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents About This Manual ............... 7 Scope.................. 7 Validity ................7 Cautions and Notes ............7 Spellings ................7 Safety Instructions ............... 8 Description ................... 9 Application ................9 Access Possibilities............. 9 System Overview .............. 10 Product Range ..............11 Accessories...............
  • Page 4 Draco major 4.3.3 Quad-Head Matrix (KVM)........35 4.3.4 Single-Head Matrix (KVM / USB 2.0) ....36 4.3.5 Triple-Head-Matrix (KVM / USB 2.0) ....38 4.3.6 Training System 15 ..........40 4.3.7 Training System 30 ..........42 4.3.8 Crosspoint Matrix ..........44 4.3.9 Parallel Operation (Stacking) ......
  • Page 5 Contents CPU Settings ..............106 5.6.1 CPU Ports ............106 Saving and Loading of Configurations ......109 5.7.1 Saving of Configurations in the Matrix ....109 5.7.2 Saving of Configurations in a File ..... 110 5.7.3 Loading of Configurations ......... 113 5.7.4 Saving and Loading of Configurations from FTP...
  • Page 6 CE Declaration of Conformity.......... 162 10.2 North American Regulatory Compliance ......163 10.3 WEEE ................163 10.4 RoHS ................163 Glossary..................164 11.1 Matrix specific Glossary ..........166 Pos: 1 /806-IHSE/Zu diesem Handbuch/ATB_Zu diesem Handbuch @ 5\mod_1278573163276_6.doc @ 41510 @ 1222 @ 1 2011-10-11...

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    About This Manual About This Manual Scope This manual describes how to install your Draco major, how to operate it and how to perform trouble shooting. Validity This manual is valid for all devices listed on the front page. The product code is printed on the base of the devices.

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Draco major Safety Instructions To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation of your Draco major please note the following guidelines: Installation  Only use the device according to this User Manual. Otherwise the provided safety can be affected.  Only use in dry, indoor environments. ...

  • Page 9: Description

    Safety Instructions Description Application The Draco major matrix is used to switch from consoles (monitor, keyboard, mouse, and other peripheral devices) to various sources (computer, CPU) for establishing a connection. In a maximum configuration, up to 16 independent consoles can be switched with up to 32 independent sources.

  • Page 10: System Overview

    Draco major System Overview A Draco major matrix system consists of a Draco major matrix and one or more CPU and CON units. The Draco major matrix is connected to the CPU and CON units by interconnect cables. The CPU units are connected directly to the source (computer, CPU) by the provided cables.

  • Page 11: Product Range

    Safety Instructions Product Range Part No. Description K474-U8/C8 Draco major matrix for 8 users and 8 CPUs Draco major matrix for 8 users and 16 CPUs K474-U8/C16 Draco major matrix for 8 users and 24 CPUs K474-U8/C24 Draco major matrix for 8 users and 32 CPUs K474-U8/C32 K474-U16/C8 Draco major matrix for 16 users and 8 CPUs...

  • Page 12: Device Views

    Draco major Device Views 3.6.1 Configuration Redundancy Rear View I/O module CPU (Cat X) I/O module CPU (fiber) I/O module console (Cat X) I/O module console (fiber) Connect to network (RJ45) Connect to serial interface (D-sub 9-pole) Connect to power supply unit 2 (redundancy) Connect to power supply 1 (standard) Front View LCD display...

  • Page 13: Configuration Standard 1

    Safety Instructions 3.6.2 Configuration Standard 1 Rear View I/O module CPU (Cat X) I/O module CPU (fiber) I/O module console (Cat X) I/O module console (fiber) Connect to network (RJ45) Connect to serial interface (D-sub 9-pole) Connect to power supply Front View LCD display Plug-in power supply unit...

  • Page 14: Configuration Standard 2

    Draco major 3.6.3 Configuration Standard 2 Rear View I/O module CPU (Cat X) I/O module CPU (fiber) I/O module console (Cat X) I/O module console (fiber) LCD display Connect to network (RJ45) Connect to serial interface (D-sub 9-pole) Connect to power supply Front View Plug-in power supply unit 2011-10-11...

  • Page 15: Diagnostics And Status

    Safety Instructions Diagnostics and Status 3.7.1 Status LEDs The Draco major is fitted with the following LEDs for overall status indication on every I/O module: I/O card Cat X Rear View Status LED left port Status LED right port Pos. LED Status Description Port offline...
  • Page 16 Draco major I/O card fiber Rear View Failure LED left port Status LED left port Status LED right port Failure LED right port Pos. LED Status Description Port offline Failure Status Flashing Port online, SFP module failure signal (red) Port offline Link Status (green) Port online, signal ok...

  • Page 17: Status Of Console Ports

    Safety Instructions 3.7.2 Status of Console Ports All of the connections between the various consoles and CPUs are shown in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: Select Status > CON Ports in the main menu. Menu Status –...
  • Page 18 Draco major The following information is shown in this menu: Field Description  Black: Number of the CON port  Green: Name of the CON port K/M: Number of the CPU port with  keyboard and mouse connection MON: Numbers of the CPU ports with ...
  • Page 19 Safety Instructions You can select between the following buttons: Button Function Reload status of the CON ports Reload LCD Display  Select Status > Ports in the main menu. Status Ports Output Input CPU_01 CON_01 CPU_02 n.c. CPU_03 n.c. CPU_04 n.c.
  • Page 20 Draco major Status Ports Output Input CON_01 CPU_01 CON_02 n.c. CON_03 n.c. CON_04 n.c. CON_05 n.c. CON_06 n.c. CON_07 n.c. CON_08 n.c. Draco major Menu Status – Ports (mouse / keyboard) The following information is shown in this menu: Field Description Name of CON port Output...

  • Page 21: Status Of The Cpu Ports

    Safety Instructions 3.7.3 Status of the CPU Ports All of the connections between the various consoles and CPUs are shown in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: Select Status > CON Ports in the main menu. Press the key <F1>...
  • Page 22 Draco major The following information is shown in this menu: Field Description  Black: Number of the CPU port  Green: Name of the CPU port  K/M: Number of the CON port with keyboard/mouse connection  MON: Number of the CON port with video connection Java Tool ...
  • Page 23 Safety Instructions LCD Display  Select Status > Ports in the main menu. Status Ports Output Input CPU_01 CON_01 CPU_02 n.c. CPU_03 n.c. CPU_04 n.c. CPU_05 n.c. CPU_06 n.c. CPU_07 n.c. CPU_08 n.c. Draco major Menu Status – Ports (Video) The menu consists of six pages.

  • Page 24: Network Status

    Draco major The following information is shown in this menu: Field Description Name of CON port Output Name of CPU port connected to the output signal Input (KM) of the CON port. 3.7.4 Network Status The current network configuration is shown in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: The following information is shown in this menu: Field...
  • Page 25 Safety Instructions  Select Status > Network in the main menu. Menu Status – Network LCD Display  Select Status > Network in the main menu. Status Network DHCP IP adress 0.0.0.0 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway 0.0.0.0 MAC ID 00:21:5F:01:00:AE Errors Dropped Station...

  • Page 26: Firmware Status

    Draco major 3.7.5 Firmware Status The firmware version of the built-in modules is shown in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: The following information is shown in this menu: Field Description Assignment of single modules by a slot number Slot Type of module Type...

  • Page 27: Trace Function

    Safety Instructions Java Tool  Select Status > Firmware in the task area. Menu Status – Firmware Trace Function All of the activities and switching operations of the Draco major are logged and recorded in this menu. This function will be used for diagnostic purposes, if there are problems with the matrix.
  • Page 28 Draco major Menu Status – Trace The following information is shown in this menu: Field Description Time specification for the execution of an activity Time or a switching operation Accurate documentation of the execution of an Message activity or a switching operation 2011-10-11...

  • Page 29: Flash Memory Status

    Safety Instructions Flash Memory Status The name and size of the configuration files are shown in this menu. You have the following possibility to access the menu:  Select Status > Flash in the main menu. Status Flash Filename Size config.sys 31284 default.sys...

  • Page 30: Installation

    Draco major Installation Package Contents Your extender package contains the following items:  Draco major matrix  1x power cord per built-in power supply unit  1x serial control cable  1x infrared remote control 2x 19" rack mount  User Manual ...

  • Page 31: System Setup

    Safety Instructions System Setup First time users are recommended to setup the system in the same room as a test setup. This will allow you to identify and solve any cabling problems, and experiment with your system more conveniently. Optimal results can be achieved by the use of identical mice, keyboards and monitors.

  • Page 32: Example Applications

    Draco major Example Applications The Draco major Matrix offers a completely flexible configuration of your Matrix environment: A part of the Draco major can be configured as a Single-Head work station, another part as a Dual-Head or Quad-Head work station. There are configurations with KVM and USB 2.0 additionally available.

  • Page 33: Single-Head Matrix (Kvm)

    Safety Instructions 4.3.1 Single-Head Matrix (KVM) Up to 16 users can have access to up to 32 CPUs in the Single-Head operation mode. Though a non-blocking access is given for all users that means no user can be disturbed by any activity from another user. Single-Head Matrix (KVM) Source (computer, CPU) CPU Unit...

  • Page 34: Dual-Head Matrix (Kvm)

    Draco major 4.3.2 Dual-Head Matrix (KVM) Up to 8 users can have access to up to 16 CPUs in the Dual-Head operation mode. Though a non-blocking access is given for all users that means not user can be disturbed by any activity from another user. Quad-Head Matrix (KVM) Dual-Head source (computer, CPU) CPU Unit...

  • Page 35: Quad-Head Matrix (Kvm)

    Safety Instructions 4.3.3 Quad-Head Matrix (KVM) Up to 4 users can have access to up to 8 CPUs in the Dual-Head operation mode. Though a non-blocking access is given for all users that means not user can be disturbed by any activity from another user. Quad-Head Matrix (KVM) Quad-Head source (computer, CPU) CPU Unit...

  • Page 36: Single-Head Matrix (Kvm / Usb 2.0)

    Draco major 4.3.4 Single-Head Matrix (KVM / USB 2.0) Up to 8 users with an USB 2.0 link (for USB 2.0 devices such as memory sticks, printers additionally to keyboard and mouse) can have access to up to 16 CPUs in the Single-Head KVM/USB operation mode. Up to 4 USB 2.0 peripheral devices can be connected directly to the CON unit;...
  • Page 37 Safety Instructions If you have a Single-Head KVM/USB 2.0 console, you can also get access to a Triple-Head KVM/USB 2.0 CPU. However, if you have a Single-Head CPU, the second monitor will remain black and if you have a Quad-Head CPU, control will only be given at monitor one and two.

  • Page 38: Triple-Head-Matrix (Kvm / Usb 2.0)

    Draco major 4.3.5 Triple-Head-Matrix (KVM / USB 2.0) Up to 4 users with an USB 2.0 link (for USB 2.0 devices such as memory sticks, printers additionally to keyboard and mouse) can have access to up to 16 CPUs in the Triple-Head KVM/USB operation mode. Up to 4 USB 2.0 peripheral devices can be connected directly to the CON unit;...
  • Page 39 Safety Instructions If you have a Triple-Head KVM/USB 2.0 console, you can also get access to a Single-Head KVM/USB 2.0 CPU. However, the second and third monitor will remain black. You cannot use the USB periphery if you try to get access to CPUs without USB 2.0 connection.

  • Page 40: Training System 15

    Draco major 4.3.6 Training System 15 You can have a flexible access for up to 15 students if you use the 'Training System 15' operation mode. All of the work stations of the students and of the teacher are connected to the Draco major matrix with a interconnect cable.
  • Page 41 Safety Instructions Source (computer, CPU) Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse) CPU Unit CON Unit Interconnect cable Draco major matrix Projector (as an option) The CPU that should be displayed on the respective monitor can be selected by the OSD or by a macro keyboard with control keys. If you use the Follow Me function, the screen content of the teacher can be duplicated to one or more additional monitors (e.g.

  • Page 42: Training System 30

    Draco major 4.3.7 Training System 30 If you want to use the Draco major matrix with the 'Training System 30' operation mode, the access is slightly limited, but still comfortable. The following functions are possible:  The teacher can receive the screen content of every single student, but he cannot take over control.
  • Page 43 Safety Instructions The CPU displayed on the teacher's monitor and on an additional monitor can be selected respectively by the OSD or by a control panel with control keys at any time. 2011-10-11...

  • Page 44: Crosspoint Matrix

    Draco major 4.3.8 Crosspoint Matrix The use of the 'Crosspoint Switch' function allows a flexible performance of the switching functions. This operation mode is generally used to switch up to 32 sources (Computer, CPU) and up to 16 consoles. Reverse Mode In 'reverse mode', up to 16 sources (computer, CPU) can be switched to 32 consoles.
  • Page 45 Safety Instructions Source (e.g. computer, DVD player and video camera) CPU Unit Interconnect cable Draco major matrix CON Unit Console (e.g. monitor, keyboard, mouse and projector) Any signal source can be switched to as many displays as required. On these displays, video can be shown at the same time. In addition to that, even (optional) audio signals can be disposed.

  • Page 46: Parallel Operation (Stacking)

    Draco major 4.3.9 Parallel Operation (Stacking) If you have special configurations, especially at installations with several monitors per work station or additional support of USB 2.0 transmission paths, the number of connectable CPUs and consoles can be increased by a parallel operation (stacking) of several Draco major matrices. One of the Draco major matrices has to be defined as the master matrix, all of the others have to be configured as slave and the IP address of the master matrix has to be entered in the field Master IP Address (see...
  • Page 47 Safety Instructions Dual-Head source (computer, CPU) CPU Unit Interconnect cable Draco major matrix (Master) Draco major matrix (Slave) Network connection Master / Slave(s) CON Unit Console (2x monitor, keyboard and mouse) 2011-10-11...

  • Page 48: 4.3.10 Cascading

    Draco major 4.3.10 Cascading For applications exceeding the number of available ports, the system can be extended by cascading. In this case, the Draco major devices are connected by so-called "tie lines". The tie lines are dynamically configured to support connections in both directions.

  • Page 49: Configuration

    Configuration Configuration Command Mode The Draco major has a Command Mode that allows several functions via keyboard command during normal use. To enter Command Mode use a 'Hot Key' sequence and to exit Command Mode, press <Esc>. While in Command Mode, the LEDs Shift and Scroll on the console keyboard will flash.
  • Page 50 Draco major 'Hot Key' Code 'Hot Key' 2x <Right Ctrl> 2x <Right Alt> In a KVM matrix configuration, choose different 'Hot Keys' for the KVM extender and the Draco U-Switch. 2011-10-11...

  • Page 51: Control Of The Draco Major

    Configuration Control of the Draco major 5.2.1 Control via OSD Via On-Screen-Display (OSD) you can do all of the settings for the Draco major operating system from every single console. The settings are described in the submenu Configuration. All the other submenus are described in later chapters.
  • Page 52 Draco major General layout of the OSD screen Example Main Menu The general layout of the OSD is structured into three areas:  Upper status area (topmost two text lines)  Working area  Lower status area (lowermost two text lines) Keyboard control in the OSD You can navigate within the various screens with the following keys and key combinations:...
  • Page 53 Configuration Function Keyboard Command  In input fields: Line down (with wrap around) <Cursor Down>  In menus: Line down (without wrap around) Previous page in input masks or status <Page Up> screens with several pages Next page in input masks or status <Page Down>...
  • Page 54 Draco major All and None have to be confirmed with Save or rejected with Cancel. Password request in the OSD You have to login with administrator rights to set configurations. Menu Login You have to login with administrator rights to be able to do configuration settings.

  • Page 55: Control Via Java Tool

    Configuration 5.2.2 Control via Java Tool Requirements If you want to use the Java Tool, the following requirements have to be fulfilled:  Computer with an executable Java tool and an installed Java Runtime Environment (JRE)  Available network connection between the computer and the matrix ...
  • Page 56 Draco major Enter the IP address in the appearing input field according to the network configuration of the Draco major (see Chapter 5.3.4, Page 79). In addition to that the user name and password according to the predefined user properties of the Draco major is requested (see Chapter 5.4.1, Page 84).
  • Page 57 Configuration Menu structure Example View The menu structure of the Java tool is subdivided into various sections:  Menu bar (top line)  Toolbar (second line)  Tab bar (third line)  Task area (left menu section)  Working area (right menu section) Operating Instructions The operation of the Java tool is intuitive and corresponds to the user interface of common operating systems.
  • Page 58 Draco major Mouse Control You can select between the following mouse commands: Function Mouse Command Select menu, marking Left mouse button Open function specific Double click left mouse button selection field Open context specific Right mouse button selection field Keyboard Control You can select between the following keyboard commands: Function Keyboard Command...
  • Page 59 Configuration Context Function The Java tool is equipped with several context functions that support a user friendly and effective operation of the tool. The context functions are described in the appropriate chapters.  To execute a context function, use the right mouse button on the corresponding field and select the desired function.
  • Page 60 Draco major Configuration in the Java Tool Configurations and system settings via Java tool can only be done in offline mode without a direct connection between matrix and Java tool. To activate a created configuration in the matrix, proceed as follows: Select File >...
  • Page 61 Configuration Configuration File The Java tool is equipped with an additional configuration file (defaults.cfg) by default. This file allows the user to set various configuration parameters of the Java tool. The file can be opened and edited by standard text editor programs, The following configuration parameters can be edited: Parameter Description...

  • Page 62: Control Via Lcd Display

    In normal operation of the LCD displays the 'Home' screen is shown. In this view you can find various device information: Draco major 07.10.10 F02.09 IHSE GmbH Maybachstr. 11 88094 Oberteuringen Germany Fon +49 7546 9248 0 Fax +49 7546 9248 48 www.ihse.de...
  • Page 63 Configuration Infrared Remote Control The LCD display at the Draco major can be controlled by an infrared remote control. The following keys are applicable for the use with the LCD display: Description Open OSD and select menu. Open OSD and select menu. ...
  • Page 64 Draco major Description Delete contents in the input field. Switch between two input fields. Navigate to the beginning or the end of an input field. Scroll page by page in multilateral menu items.  Navigate within the menu level. Navigate within the input field. ...
  • Page 65 Configuration Description Select between different possibilities in the selection field. 2011-10-11...

  • Page 66: Control Via Serial Interface

    Draco major 5.2.4 Control via Serial Interface The Draco major comes with widespread functions for an operation via serial interface (see Chapter 7.4, Page 152). There are telegrams for Switching single or all connections available, both unidirectional and bidirectional. In addition to that, there are telegrams for an overall definition of the total switching status and for saving and loading such switching states.

  • Page 67: System Settings

    Configuration System Settings 5.3.1 System You can configure the parameters for the system configuration in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: You can only set a selection of system parameters in the LCD display, in contrast to the OSD.
  • Page 68 Draco major Field Selection Description Y (Yes) Save the current configuration of the Auto Save matrix in the flash memory periodically. N (No) Function not active (default) Y (Yes) Send echoes of all switching commands Enable done by the matrix. COM Echo N (No) Function not active (default)
  • Page 69 Configuration  Select Configuration > System in the main menu. Menu Configuration – System 2011-10-11...
  • Page 70 Draco major Java Tool  Select System > System Data in the task area. Menu System – System Data LCD Display  Select Configuration > System in the main menu. Sub Matrix Slave Matrix Menu Configuration – System 2011-10-11...

  • Page 71: Access

    Configuration 5.3.2 Access You can configure the parameters for the access configuration in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: You can select between the following settings: Field Selection Description Y (Yes) The user has to login with an user name Enable Login and a password once to enter OSD.
  • Page 72 Draco major Field Selection Description Seconds Period of inactivity after OSD will be OSD Timeout closed automatically. If you select 0 seconds, there will be no timeout (default: 0 seconds). Note: The timer is inactive during OSD is open. Minutes Period of inactivity after a user is Auto Logout automatically logged out from the OSD...
  • Page 73 Configuration Java Tool  Select System > Access in the task area. Menu System – Access LCD Display  Select Configuration > Access in the main menu. Configuration Access Enable Login User Matrix CON Matrix Auto Disconnect OSD Timeout [sec]: 0 Auto Logout [min]: 0 Cancel...

  • Page 74: Switch

    Draco major 5.3.3 Switch You can configure the parameters for the matrix configuration in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: You can select between the following settings: Field Selection Description The user can switch the video signal Allow Sharing Y (Yes) from any CPU to his monitor (observer).
  • Page 75 Configuration Field Selection Description Y (Yes) After opening the OSD, the user attains KVM Listview to the mask KVM List. This list only contains the CPU ports available at this console (default). N (No) Function not active. After opening the OSD, the user attains to the extended switching mask KVM-Switch.
  • Page 76 Draco major  Select Configuration > System in the main menu. Menu Configuration – System 2011-10-11...
  • Page 77 Configuration Java Tool  Select System > Switch in the task area. Menu System – Switch LCD Display  Select Configuration > Switch 1 or Configuration > Switch 2 in the main menu. Configuration Switch 1 Allow Sharing Force Connect Force Disconnect KVM Listview KVM Auto Close...
  • Page 78 Draco major Menu Configuration – Switch 2 2011-10-11...

  • Page 79: Network

    Configuration 5.3.4 Network You can configure the network parameters in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: You can select between the following settings: Field Selection Description Y (Yes) Selection whether network settings are DHCP supplied automatically N (No) Function not active (default) Byte...
  • Page 80 Draco major  Select Configuration > Network in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Network 2011-10-11...
  • Page 81 Configuration Java Tool  Select System > Network in the task area.. Menu System – Network LCD Display  Select Configuration > Network in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Network 2011-10-11...

  • Page 82: Date And Time

    Draco major 5.3.5 Date and Time You can configure date and time in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu. You can select between the following settings: Field Selection Description 1 -12 Select month Month 1 – 31 Select date Date 1 –...
  • Page 83 Configuration  Select Configuration > Date + Time in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Date + Time LCD Display  Select Configuration > Date + Time in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Date + Time 2011-10-11...

  • Page 84: User Settings

    Draco major User Settings 5.4.1 User Properties You can configure the various user properties and add new users in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: You can select between the following settings: Field Selection Description Text User name (case sensitivity) Name...
  • Page 85 Configuration  Select Configuration > User in the main menu. Menu Configuration – User 2011-10-11...
  • Page 86 Draco major Java Tool  Select User > User Data in the task area. Menu User – User Data You can select between the following buttons: Button Function Copy marked user to clipboard Copy User Paste user from clipboard Paste User Delete selected user Delete User 2011-10-11...

  • Page 87: User Matrix

    Configuration 5.4.2 User Matrix In this menu you can unlock a specific selection of CPU ports for every single user. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: The use of the User Matrix can be activated in the system settings (see Chapter 5.3.1, Page 67).
  • Page 88 Draco major You can select between the following buttons: Button Function Selection of all CPUs None Deselection of all CPUs Cancel Abort data transfer without saving Save Data transfer with saving The options All and None have to be confirmed with Save or rejected with Cancel.

  • Page 89: Console Settings

    Configuration Console Settings 5.5.1 Console Ports (CON Ports) The name, type, OSD view and the currently related CPU port for every single console are shown and can be configured in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: If you want to configure the console ports, you will have to consider the following notes for a correct selection of the port types: ...
  • Page 90 Draco major You can select between the following settings: Field Selection Function Text Name of the console connected to this Name port Single-Head port Type Dual-Head port Quad-Head port USB-2.0 port Single-Head port with USB 2.0 port Triple-Head port with USB 2.0 port OSD embedded to current resolution (default) OSD display screen filling:...
  • Page 91 Configuration  Select Configuration > CON Ports in the main menu. Menu Configuration – CON Ports Consider the following notes to configure the OSD:  If you select VAR, the OSD will be embedded in the current screen resolution. If the monitors have different resolutions, the OSD will be displayed in different sizes at the various consoles.
  • Page 92 Draco major Java Tool  Select Console > CON Ports in the task area. Menu Console – CON Ports You can select between the following buttons: Button Function Copy the settings of the selected console to the Copy CON clipboard Paste the console settings from the clipboard Paste CON Reset settings of the selected console to default...

  • Page 93: Console Matrix (Con Matrix)

    Configuration 5.5.2 Console Matrix (CON Matrix) You can unlock a specific selection of CPU ports for every single console in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu:  Select Configuration > CON Matrix in the main menu. Unlocked ports are marked in green;...
  • Page 94 Draco major Button Function Save Save data transfer The options All and None have to be confirmed with Save or rejected with Cancel. Java Tool  Select Console > CON Matrix in the task area. Menu Console – CON Matrix You can select between the following buttons: Button Function...

  • Page 95: Mouse And Keyboard

    Configuration 5.5.3 Mouse and Keyboard Mouse and keyboard specific adjustments can be made in this menu. You can select between the following settings: Field Selection Description Adjustment of the horizontal mouse Hor. Speed 1/x speed (default: 4). Adjustment of the vertical mouse speed Ver.
  • Page 96 Draco major  Select Configuration > System in the main menu. Menu Configuration – System 2011-10-11...
  • Page 97 Configuration Java Tool  Select Console > Keyboard/Mouse in the task area. Menu Console – Keyboard/Mouse You can select between the following buttons: Button Function Copy keyboard/mouse settings of the selected Copy K/M console to clipboard. Paste keyboard/mouse settings of the selected Paste K/M console from clipboard.

  • Page 98: Touch Screen

    Draco major 5.5.4 Touch Screen In this menu you can make touch screen specific adjustments. The OSD of the Draco major supports the control by a touch screen. You have the following possibility to access the menu: USB-HID based touch screen protocols are supported. Support of manufacturer specific protocols by request.
  • Page 99 Configuration The control by touch screen corresponds to the mouse control as far as possible. For a smoothly control of the OSD by a touch screen, the activation of the mouse/keyboard setting Single Click in the OSD is recommended (see Chapter 5.5.3, Page 95). 2011-10-11...

  • Page 100: Macro Keys

    Draco major 5.5.5 Macro Keys The programming of the macro commands for switching can be done in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu. The macros are separately deposited for each console. For the use of the macros, you need a macro keyboard from the range of accessories that is connected to one of the USB-HID ports of the appropriate CON unit.
  • Page 101 Configuration  Select Configuration > Macro Keys in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Macro Keys 2011-10-11...
  • Page 102 Draco major Java Tool  Select Console > Macro Keys in the task area. Menu Console – Macro Keys You can select between the following buttons: Button Function Copy macro key settings of the selected key into the Copy KEY clipboard Copy macro key settings of the selected console into Copy CON...

  • Page 103: Multicast (Follow Me)

    Configuration 5.5.6 Multicast (Follow Me) The function Follow Me allows the user to show the own monitor screen to other consoles. You have the following possibilities to access the menu. The appropriate consoles are connected to the own CON port. Thereby they loose their keyboard/mouse control and the ability to switch.
  • Page 104 Draco major By selecting available CON ports, these consoles can be selected that should be used for the function Follow Me function. The following color combinations are available: Color CON Port Color CPU Port Description Green n. c. Available CON Port Number of CON port that is connected to the number of the CPU port or to the number of the...
  • Page 105 Configuration Java Tool  Select Console > Multicast in the task area. Menu Console – Multicast  To make various assignments between consoles, use the tab Assignment in the working area. 2011-10-11...

  • Page 106: Cpu Settings

    Draco major CPU Settings 5.6.1 CPU Ports The name, type und and the currently assigned console port are displayed and defined for every single console port in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: Consider the configuration information during configuration (see Chapter 5.5.1, Page 89).
  • Page 107 Configuration  Select Configuration > CPU Ports in the main menu. Menu Configuration – CPU Ports 2011-10-11...
  • Page 108 Draco major Java-Tool  Select CPU > CPU Ports in the task area. Menu CPU – CPU Ports You can select between the following buttons: Button Function Copy the settings of the selected CPU to the Copy clipboard. Paste CPU settings from the clipboard Paste Reset settings of the selected CPU to factory settings Reset...

  • Page 109: Saving And Loading Of Configurations

    Configuration Saving and Loading of Configurations 5.7.1 Saving of Configurations in the Matrix You have the following possibility to save the configurations in the matrix:  Select Configuration > Save in the main menu. By selecting this menu item, the current configuration of the matrix is saved in the matrix memory.

  • Page 110: Saving Of Configurations In A File

    Draco major 5.7.2 Saving of Configurations in a File In this menu you can save the current matrix configuration in a file on the matrix. But this does not replace the saving of the configuration in the matrix memory (see Chapter 5.7.1, Page 109). You have the following possibilities to save the configuration into files: ...
  • Page 111 Configuration Field Description Name and detailed information of the Default saved configurations File #1 to File #8 Note: These memory positions can be overwritten.  Select the memory location that has to be overwritten with the current configuration. The current configuration is saved on this memory location and is immediately displayed in the menu.
  • Page 112 Draco major Serial Interface Use the following telegram structure: Telegram Reply STX, 0x66, 0x8C, <Config File No>, ETX Assignment of a configuration file to telegram: Configuration file Telegram Default.sys 0x80 Config01.sys 0x81 Config02.sys 0x82 Config03.sys 0x83 Config04.sys 0x84 Config05.sys 0x85 Config06.sys 0x86 Config07.sys...

  • Page 113: Loading Of Configurations

    Configuration 5.7.3 Loading of Configurations You can load previously saved configurations in this menu. You have the following possibilities to access the menu The current configuration is shown under Active. Apart from the default configuration, up to eight further configurations can be loaded.
  • Page 114 Draco major  Select Configuration > Open… in the main menu. Menu Configuration – Open... Field Description Currently active configuration Active Current configuration that is used as Default default In the memory locations stored File #1 – File #8 configurations Up to eight further configurations can be loaded besides the default configuration.
  • Page 115 Configuration Java-Tool  Select File > Open in the menu bar. Menu File – Open Serial Interface Use the following telegram structure: Telegram Reply STX, 0x67, 0x8C, <Config File No>, ETX Assignment of a configuration file to telegram: Configuration file Telegram Default.sys 0x80...

  • Page 116: Saving And Loading Of Configurations From Ftp

    Draco major 5.7.4 Saving and Loading of Configurations from FTP If a matrix is connected to the network and the network interface is configured accordingly (see Chapter 5.3.4, Page 79), the configuration files can be read out via FTP and saved externally. At the same time already externally saved configuration files can be read in via FTP.
  • Page 117 Configuration Open the directory. Save the required configuration file on an external storage medium. Note that these configuration files only work with the latest matrix firmware. Compatibility to firmware updates at a later time is possible, but cannot be guaranteed. 2011-10-11...

  • Page 118: Firmware Update

    Draco major Firmware Update The firmware of the matrix can be updated in this menu. You have the following possibility to access the menu: Only use computers to update the matrix that are self-sustaining and not integrated in the KVM extender / matrix setup. Select Administration >...
  • Page 119 Configuration If the expected period of time for one update will exceed 20 minutes, cancel the update. Open the file defaults.cfg and set the parameter safemode to true. Restart the matrix after the update by pressing the button Restart matrix in the appearing popup window. 2011-10-11...

  • Page 120: Operation

    Draco major Operation The Draco major can be operated in three different ways:  Direct Switching – by a keyboard connected to a CON port and the 'Hot Keys' – by a macro keyboard connected to a console port  –...

  • Page 121: Scan Mode

    Configuration Direct Switching of Video Start Command Mode with the 'Hot Key'. For control, the LEDs Shift and Scroll flashes at the keyboard, if command mode is activated. Enter the number of the new CPU port and confirm with <Space>. At the same time the Command Mode is closed and the console is connected to the new CPU with video only.

  • Page 122: Addressing Of Main And Sub Matrix

    Draco major 6.1.3 Addressing of Main and Sub Matrix The Draco major system can be cascaded in two steps. You can optionally send the commands (including opening the OSD) to the main level or the sub matrix. Whenever command mode is activated, you can select by a <m> or a <s>, if all of the following commands should be handled in the main or in the sub matrix.

  • Page 123: Macro Keyboard

    Configuration 6.1.4 Macro Keyboard The control of the Draco major can be efficiently performed by a macro keyboard that is available as an accessory. For the use of a macro, the macro keyboard has to be connected to a USB-HID port of the CON unit. If you want to use keyboard, mouse and macro keyboard at the same time, you will have to use an extender with four USB-HID ports or an USB hub.

  • Page 124: Kvm Mode

    Draco major KVM Mode In this menu, the user can only switch the own console. To switch other consoles, the user needs the Crosspoint Mode (see Chapter 6.3, Page 132). You have the possibility to do the following switching operations. 6.2.1 KVM-List The menu KVM-List will be opened as a standard, if you login to the OSD.
  • Page 125 Configuration selection of Allow Sharing, Force Connect and/or Force Disconnect (see Chapter 5.3.3, Page 74). The following color combinations are available: Color CPU Color CON Description Port Port CPU port not connected bidirectionally. Green n. c. Video connection to another console CPU port not connected bidirectionally.

  • Page 126: Kvm-Switch Function

    Draco major 6.2.2 KVM-Switch Function You have the following possibilities to access the menu: The menu KVM Matrix will be opened, if you login to the OSD and the function KVM Listview in Configuration > System is activated. The complete and current switching status is shown in this view. Menu KVM-Switch The following color combinations are available: Color CPU...
  • Page 127 Configuration Color CPU Color CON Description Port Port Yellow Yellow CPU port connected to the own console CPU port connected to a different console Yellwo CPU Port connected with a different console, video connected to the own console Black n.c. CPU Port not available By default the user is only able to switch to available CPU ports.
  • Page 128 Draco major Java Tool  Select KVM Switch > CON Ports in the task area. Menu KVM Switch – CON Ports 2011-10-11...

  • Page 129: Follow Me Function (Multicast)

    Configuration 6.2.3 Follow Me Function (Multicast) The function Follow Me allows to duplicate the display content of the own console to further monitors. For this purpose the appropriate CON ports are linked with the own CON port. If you set this link, these Con ports will lose their own opportunity for switching and controlling.
  • Page 130 Draco major Menu Follow Me The following color combinations are available: Color CON Color CPU Description Port Port Green n.c. CON Port available CON port # connected to CPU Port # or with CON Port # in the 'Follow Me' mode Black Black Own CON port connection...
  • Page 131 Configuration Java Tool  Select Console > Multicast in the task area. Menu Console – Multicast 2011-10-11...

  • Page 132: Crosspoint Mode

    Draco major Crosspoint Mode In Crosspoint Mode, assignments of inputs to outputs can be made. As the video signals of a CPU port can be connected to several CON ports, the KM signal can only be connected to a CON port that includes the corresponding video signal at the same time.
  • Page 133 Configuration  Select Status > Crosspoint Switch in the main menu. Menu Crosspoint Switch  The data for a maximum of four CON ports are shown in the columns.  The 32 CPU ports are shown in the lines (two lines with respectively 16 CPUs).
  • Page 134 Draco major Java Tool  Select in the task area CP Switch > CON Ports. Menu CP Switch – CON Ports To set a connection between a console and a source (Computer, CPU), proceed as follows:  Double click with the mouse on the according matrix field and select the desired type of connection (Video Only or KVM-Access).
  • Page 135 Configuration  Use the right mouse button to click in the respective number in the line CPU of the matrix and afterwards select the menu item Clear All CPU Channels in the opening selection list. You can select between the following buttons: Button Function Activate the switching operations done by the Java...

  • Page 136: Crosspoint Switch Function (Cpu Ports)

    Draco major 6.3.2 Crosspoint Switch Function (CPU Ports) In the menu Crosspoint Switch, the various CPUs are shown that can be switched to available consoles. For the best overview, a matrix display is used in this case. You have the following possibilities to access the menu: The switching function is done immediately.
  • Page 137 Configuration  The 32 CPU ports are shown in the columns.  In the lines the 16 possible CON ports are shown for every single CPU. In the upper line (MON) of any CPU port is shown, on which console ...
  • Page 138 Draco major If connections should be established or closed, a popup window will open after the respective change to confirm the operation by Yes or to reject by No (online check mark has to be set). To connect all available CON units to a video signal from a CPU unit at the same time, proceed as follows: ...

  • Page 139: Serial Interface

    Configuration Serial Interface The Draco major offers the possibility to switch via a serial interface (RS232). For the control of the Draco major via serial interface, certain parameters are used. Set up the following format of the serial data transfer for the communication: 115.2 KBaud, 8, 1, NO (115.2 KBaud, 8 Data bit, 1 Stop bit, no parity)

  • Page 140: Power On And Power Down Functions

    Draco major Power On and Power Down Functions 6.5.1 Restart You have the following possibilities to access the menu If the parameter Load Default is enabled in the menu System, the matrix will be restarted with the default configuration, otherwise a request will appear before restart, whether the matrix should be started with the default settings.

  • Page 141: Reset

    Configuration 6.5.2 Reset You have the following possibilities to access the menu: If a firmware update has been done since the delivery, the matrix will be set to the state defined there.  Select Configuration > Reset in the main menu. If you select the option Reset, the Draco major will be set back into delivery status.

  • Page 142: Specifications

    Draco major Specifications Interfaces 7.1.1 RJ45 (Interconnect) The communication of the Cat X devices requires a 1000BASE-T connection. Connector wiring must comply with EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T), with RJ45 connectors at both ends. All four cable wire pairs are used. 7.1.2 Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect) The communication of fiber devices is performed via Gigabit SFPs that have to be connected to suitable fibers fitted with connectors type LC (see Chapter 7.2.2, Page 144).

  • Page 143: Interconnect Cable

    (1000BASE-T). The use of flexible cables (patch cables) type AWG26/8 is possible, however the maximum possible extension distance is halved. Pos: 46 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Verbindungskabel/Verbindungskabel (Cat X)_Kabellänge 477-xx @ 5\mod_1278937761105_6.doc @ 43167 @ Maximum Acceptable Cable Length 140 m (400 ft)

  • Page 144: Fiber

    Draco major 7.2.2 Fiber A point-to-point connection is necessary. Operation with multiple patch panels is allowed. Routing over active network components, such as Ethernet Hubs, Matrixes or Routers, is not allowed. Type of Interconnect Cable (Cable notations according to VDE) Type of cable Specifications Single-mode 9μm...
  • Page 145 Multi-mode 62.5μm 200 m (650 ft) If you use single-mode SFPs with multi-mode fibers, you normally can double the maximum acceptable cable length. Pos: 48 /806-IHSE/Technische Daten/Verbindungskabel/Verbindungskabel (LWL)_Steckverbinder 477-xx @ 5\mod_1278954447542_6.doc @ 43740 @ Type of Connector LC Connector Connector...

  • Page 146: Supported Peripherals

    Draco major Supported Peripherals 7.3.1 KVM Extender The Draco major matrix has been tested with the following KVM extenders and can be run with them: KVM Extender with Cat X Connection, K459 Series Type Description L459-0ES Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head R459-0ES Draco KVM CON Unit, Single-Head L459-0ED...
  • Page 147 Specifications KVM Extender with Cat X Connection, K477 Series Type Description L477-1SHC Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head, 2x USB-HID R477-1SHC Draco KVM CON Unit, Single-Head, 2x USB-HID L477-1S4CA Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head, Analog Audio, 4x USB-HID R477-1S4CA Draco KVM CON Unit, Single-Head, Analog Audio, 4x USB-HID L477-1S4CD Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head, Digital Audio, 4x...
  • Page 148 Draco major KVM-Extender with Fiber connection (Multi-Mode), K459 Series Type Description L459-0MS Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head R459-0MS Draco KVM CON Unit, Single-Head L459-0MD Draco KVM CPU Unit, Dual-Head R459-0MD Draco KVM CON Unit, Dual-Head L459-AMS Draco KVM CPU Unit, Audio, Single-Head R459-AMS Draco KVM CON Unit, Audio, Single-Head L459-AMD...
  • Page 149 Specifications KVM Extender with Fiber Connection (Multi-Mode), K477 series Type Description L477-1SHM Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head, 2x USB-HID R477-1SHM Draco KVM CON Unit, Single-Head, 2x USB-HID L477-1S4MA Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head, Analog Audio, 4x USB-HID R477-1S4MA Draco KVM CON Unit, Single-Head, Analog Audio, 4x USB-HID L477-1S4MD Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head, Digital Audio, 4x...
  • Page 150 Draco major KVM Extender with Fiber Connection (Single-Mode), K459 Series Type Description L459-0SS Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head R459-0SS Draco KVM CON Unit, Single-Head L459-0SD Draco KVM CPU Unit, Dual-Head R459-0SD Draco KVM CON Unit, Dual-Head L459-ASS Draco KVM CPU Unit, Audio, Single-Head R459-ASS Draco KVM CON Unit, Audio, Single-Head L459-ASD...
  • Page 151 Specifications KVM Extender with Fiber Connection (Single-Mode), K477 Series Type Description L477-1SHS Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head, 2x USB-HID R477-1SHS Draco KVM CON Unit, Single-Head, 2x USB-HID L477-1S4SA Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head, Analog Audio, 4x USB-HID R477-1S4SA Draco KVM CON Unit, Single-Head, Analog Audio, 4x USB-HID L477-1S4SD Draco KVM CPU Unit, Single-Head, Digital Audio, 4x...

  • Page 152: Serial Control

    Draco major Serial Control 7.4.1 Telegram Structure Command <STX>, <command byte (CMD)>, [data bytes (D0…DN)], <ETX> [ ] = Optional elements Response <ACK> , [<ECHO>] [ ] = Optional elements <ECHO> reports the matrix sequences solicited by a command and thus the new switching status of the matrix.
  • Page 153 Specifications (Special) characters: 0x06 0x15 0x02 0x03 0x0D 0x1B HTAB 0x09 0x0A Sequence of a Data Communication Draco major Matrix Control CPU – Sending of a command Acquiring of a command, – processing of a command, blocking of further commands a) Errors occurred: <NAK>...

  • Page 154: Telegrams, Switching Functions

    Draco major 7.4.2 Telegrams, Switching Functions Console Receipt (Video Signal) Function Telegram Reply CON# output signal from STX, 0x47, <CON#>, ACK, ECHO CPU# <CPU#>, ETX CON# output off STX, 0x48, ACK, ECHO <CON#>, ETX CON01…CON16 output STX, 0x49, ACK, ECHO signal from <CPU#1>, <CPU#2>, CPU#1…CPU#16...
  • Page 155 Specifications Bidirectional Connections Function Telegram Reply Establish a bidirectional STX, 0x4F, ACK, ECHO connection <CON#>, CON#  CPU# <CPU#>, ETX Disconnect CON# STX, 0x50, ACK, ECHO <CON#>, ETX Switch Matrix Function Telegram Reply Set switch matrix STX, 0x51, ACK, ECHO (complete setup): <CPU#1>, <CPU#2>, ...

  • Page 156: Connector Pinouts

    Draco major Connector Pinouts RJ10 (Serial Control) Picture Signal LED + 1..4 LED - Dry Contact D-Sub 9 (Serial) Picture Signal Signal n.c. 1....5 6...9 n.c. RJ45 (Network) Bild Signal Signal D2– 8..1 RJ45 (Interconnect) Picture Signal Signal D3– D2– 8..1 2011-10-11...

  • Page 157: Power Supply

    Specifications Fiber SFP Typ LC Picture Diode Signal Data OUT Data IN Power Supply 100-240V~, 50-60 Hz, 2A max. Voltage 230 V/2000 mA - 115 V/4000 mA Power Requirement T2A, L250V Fuse Panasonic BR1225, 3 V, 48 mAh Battery Environmental Conditions 41 to 113°F (5 to 45°C) Operating Temperature –13 to 140°F (–25 to 60°C)

  • Page 158: Troubleshooting

    Draco major Troubleshooting In the following chapters support for problems with the Draco majormatrix is provided. This help is based as regards content on a functional extender route. Ensure before running your extenders with the matrix that they work over a peer-to-peer connection. This can be supported by the use of a Cat X or fiber coupler.

  • Page 159: Blank Screen

    Specifications Blank Screen 1 1 1 2 Rear View Front View Diagnosis Possible Reason Measure Monitors Switching to a CPU Port  Switching to a CPU Port with an remains dark without active Source active source (computer, CPU). after switching (computer, CPU).

  • Page 160: Video Interference

    Draco major Video Interference Diagnosis Possible Reason Measure Opening the No OSD jumper set  Set jumper 11 on the CON unit OSD not CON unit connected  Switch to another port possible with the wrong port (e.g. USB 2.0 port of a 1U, 2U or 3U port configuration.

  • Page 161: Technical Support

    Technical Support Technical Support Prior to contacting support ensure you have read this manual, and then installed and set-up your Draco major as recommended. Support Checklist To efficiently handle your request it is necessary to complete our checklist for support and problem cases (Download). Keep the following information available before you call: Company, name, phone number and email ...

  • Page 162: Regulatory And Standards Compliance

    This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Pos: 79 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/ATB_North American Regulatory Compliance_NUR in EN @ 5\mod_1280395355750_6.doc @ 43979 @ 2 2011-10-11...

  • Page 163: North American Regulatory Compliance

    All power supplies are certified to the relevant major international safety standards. Pos: 80 /806-IHSE/Zertifikate/ATB_WEEE @ 5\mod_1278579673292_6.doc @ 42704 @ 2 10.3 WEEE The manufacturer complies with the EC Directive 2002/96/EG on the prevention of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

  • Page 164: Glossary

    Draco major Glossary The following terms are commonly used in this guide or in video and KVM technology: Term Explanation AES/EBU Digital audio standard that is officially known as AES3 and that is used for carrying digital audio signals between devices. Cat X Any Cat 5e (Cat 6, Cat 7) cable The Color Graphics Adapter (CGA) is an old analog...
  • Page 165 Glossary Term Explanation DVI-I A combined signal (digital and analog) that allows running a VGA monitor at a DVI-I port – in contrast to DVI-D (see DVI). Fiber Single-mode or multi-mode fiber cables The Enhanced Graphics Adapter (EGA) is an old analog graphic standard, introduced by IBM in 1984.

  • Page 166: Matrix Specific Glossary

    Draco major Term Explanation TOSLINK Standardized fiber connection system for digital transmission of audio signals (F05 plug connection) Triple-Head A system with three video connections USB-HID USB-HID devices (Human Interface Device) allow for data input. There is no need for a special driver during installation;...
  • Page 167 Glossary Term Explanation Force Connect Matrix function that allows to switch with the own console to a CPU that is already used and in doing so to take keyboard and mouse control. The connected console so far loses K/M control, but keeps video.

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