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SEPTEMBER 2003
ACU2001A
ACU2009A
ACU2022A
ACU2028A
ACU2201A
ACU2222A
ACUR001A
ACUR002A
ACURA001A
ACURA002A
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THE SERVSWITCH FAMILY Welcome to the ServSwitch™ Family! Thank you for purchasing a BLACK BOX® ServSwitch™ Brand CATx KVM Extender model! We appreciate your business, and we think you’ll appreciate the many ways that your enhanced keyboard/video/mouse system will save you money, time, and effort. That’s because our ServSwitch family is all about breaking away from the traditional, expensive model of computer management. You know, the one-size-fits-all-even-if-it-doesn’t model that sa
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SERVSWITCH BRAND CATX KVM EXTENDER FAMILY Copyrights and Trademarks ©2003. 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 and the manufacturer shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of this material. All trademark and trade names mentioned in this document are
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FCC/CDC STATEMENTS FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS RADIO-FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in S
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SERVSWITCH BRAND CATX KVM EXTENDER FAMILY EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WARNING! This is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user might be required to take adequate remedial measures. This product complies with the following harmonized standards: EN55022 (1998), EN55024 (1998), EN61000-4-2 (1995), EN61000-4-3 (1995), EN61000-4-4 (1995), EN61000-4-5 (1995), EN61000-4-6 (1996), EN61000-4-11 (1994), E
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NOM STATEMENT NORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS (NOM) ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
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SERVSWITCH BRAND CATX KVM EXTENDER FAMILY 14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante. 15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia. 16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo. 17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Safety Precautions and Installation Guidelines To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation please note the following installation guidelines: · Do not use to link between buildings. · Only use in dry, indoor environments. · If the building has 3-phase AC power, try to ensure that equipment connected to the Local and Remote units is on the same phase. · Try not to route the CATx link cable alongside power cables. · Ensure that the syst
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SERVSWITCH BRAND CATX KVM EXTENDER FAMILY Contents 1. Quick Setup 10 1.1 Command Summary 11 2. Overview 12 2.1 Introduction 12 2.2 Glossary 12 2.3 Features 14 2.4 Product Range 15 2.5 Compatibility 16 2.6 How to Use This Guide 17 3. Installation 18 3.1 Package Contents 18 3.2 Interconnection Cable Requirements 19 3.3 Remote Unit Installation 20 3.4 Local Unit Installation 22 3.5 Connection to Rackmount Hub Local Units 25 4. Remote Unit Configuration & Operation 28 4.1 Vi
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CONTENTS Appendix A: Example Applications 47 Appendix B: Rack Mount Options 52 Appendix C: Remote Unit: Flash Upgrading & External Configuration 54 Appendix D: Advanced Cabling Issues (Skew) 55 Appendix E: Audio/Serial Ports 58 Appendix F: Calling Black Box 60 Appendix G: Specifications 61 9
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SERVSWITCH BRAND CATX KVM EXTENDER FAMILY 1. Quick Setup This section briefly describes how to install your KVM extender system and optimize the video signals. Unless you are an experienced user, we recommend that you follow the full procedures described in the rest of this manual. Refer to the command summary on the next page when following this procedure. Install system Any Problems? See . Installation and 1. Connect Remote unit to KVM and audio/serial devices Troubleshooting
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QUICK SETUP 1.1 Command Summary The following table summarizes the ‘hot’ key command sequences used in system configuration and video tuning on a Remote unit console. Command Mode Enter Command Mode + + Exit Command Mode & Save Exit Command Mode Without Save + Video Channel Selection Select Channel For Adjustment <1>, <2> Select BOTH Video Channels <0> Assisted EQ Next Assisted EQ Setting + Prev
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SERVSWITCH BRAND CATX KVM EXTENDER FAMILY 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The ServSwitch Brand CATx KVM Extender Series enables high-resolution video, PS/2 keyboard and mouse, stereo audio, and serial port signals to be communicated up to 1000ft (300m) over Category 5, 5e, 6 or higher (CATx) cable. A basic KVM extension system comprises a Local unit (transmitter) and a Remote unit (receiver). The Local unit connects directly to the computer (or a KVM switch system) using the supplied
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OVERVIEW Local Access ACU2009A, ACU2028A only. LOCAL unit KVM extension over CATx cables up to 1000ft (300m). REMOTE unit Serial and Audio Dual Video Support Transmission ACU2201A, ACU2222A ACU2022A, ACU2028A ACUR002A, ACURA002A ACU2222A, ACURA001A only ACURA002A only Figure 1 KVM extender system 13
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SERVSWITCH BRAND CATX KVM EXTENDER FAMILY 2.3 Features All members of the ServSwitch Brand CATx KVM Extender Series offer the following features: · Support for high video resolution over extended distances: 1600x1200@60Hz over 650ft (200m) 1280x1024@75Hz over 1000ft (300m) · Fully integrated skew compensation allows operation with CATx cables by canceling color shift and enhancing sharpness. · Independent low frequency (LF) and high frequency (HF) cable equalization control ensure
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OVERVIEW 2.4 Product Range There are ten products in the range: Single Video Channel Kits (Standard) ACU2001A Single Video Channel, PS/2 KB & Mouse Local Unit + Remote Unit (Single Access) ACU2009A Single Video Channel, PS/2 KB & Mouse Local Unit + Remote Unit (Dual Access) Single Video Channel Kits (Audio) ACU2022A Single Video Channel, PS/2, Serial, Stereo Audio Local Unit + Remote Unit (Single Access) ACU2028A Single Video Channel, PS/2, Serial, Stereo Audio Local Unit + Remote
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SERVSWITCH BRAND CATX KVM EXTENDER FAMILY 2.5 Compatibility Interface Compatibility · PS/2 Keyboard: Compatible with all standard keyboards. Certain keyboards with enhanced features may also be supported with custom firmware. · PS/2 Mouse: Compatible with all standard 2-button, 3-button and wheel mice. To connect to a PC which does not have a PS/2 mouse port, an active serial converter is required – Model No: AC244A. · Audio: Input and output are line-level. Amplified speakers are re
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OVERVIEW 2.6 How to Use This Guide This guide describes the installation and configuration of the ServSwitch Brand CATx KVM Extender Series. Although the connection and operation of the system is relatively straightforward, you should consider the following before getting started: Connection & Compatibility If you have purchased an Extender Kit, this will contain all the cables required to connect the Local unit to your PC or KVM switch. The Remote console (keyboard, monitor and mouse)
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SERVSWITCH BRAND CATX KVM EXTENDER FAMILY 3. Installation For first-time users, we recommend that you carry out a test placement, confined to a single room, before commencing full installation. This will allow you to identify and solve any cabling problems, and experiment with the KVM extender system more conveniently. 3.1 Package Contents You should receive the following items in your extender package. If anything is missing, please refer to Appendix F to obtain Technical Support. ·
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INSTALLATION 3.2 Interconnection Cable Requirements To connect the Local and Remote units you will need CATx (any category 5, 5e, 6 or higher) cable terminated with RJ45 plugs. Interconnect cables must be solid-core type. Stranded patch cable will give poor results over longer distances. The pairing of the cable and pinning of its connectors should normally be in accordance with EIA-568B (see page 56). One CATx cable is required for each video channel. · The Primary interconnect cable
