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User ManualCL-1208CL-12162005-04-26

Setup is fast and easy; plugging cables into their appropriate ports is all thatis entailed. Because the CL-1208 / CL-1216 intercepts keyboard inputdi

FeaturesM Integrated KVM console with 15"or 17" LCD monitor - in a SlideawayhousingM Slideaway housing is less than 1U - with top and bot

Hardware RequirementsComputersThe following equipment must be installed on each computer:w A VGA, SVGA or Multisync card.Note: The integrated LCD moni

Note: 1. The CL-1208 / CL-1216 does not support serial mice. You cannotuse Serial-to-PS/2 adapters with the cables. Attempts to do so willnot work.2.

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1 Handle Pull to slide the KVM module out; push to slide the modulein (see item 13 in this table).2 LCD Display After sliding the KVM module out, flip

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1Daisy ChainPortWhen Daisy Chaining Units, the cable plugs in here.2CPU PortSectionThe cables that link to the computers plug in here.Note: The shape

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Chapter 2.InstallationBefore you BeginSingle Stage InstallationIn a Single Stage installation, there are no additional switches daisy chaineddown from

Warning!This is a class A product. In a domestic environment thisproduct may cause radio interference in which case theuser may be required to take ad

4. Power on the switch.5. After the switch is powered on, power on the computers.123422005-04-26CL-1208 / CL-1216 User Manual12

Daisy ChainingTo control even more computers, up to 31 Master View ACS-1208A /ACS-1216A units can be daisy chained down from the CL-1208 / CL-1216.Not

5. Power up the installation according to the following procedure:a) Power on the First Station (CL-1208 or CL-1216).Wait a few seconds for the unit t

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Chapter 3.Basic OperationOpening the ConsoleThe CL-1208 / CL-1216’s console is located under the top cover. To access theconsole, slide the console mo

Closing the ConsoleTo slide the console module back in, close the cover and do the following:1. Pull the safety catches on the unit’s side rails towar

LCD OSD ConfigurationThe LCD ButtonsThe LCD OSD allows you to set up and configure the LCD display. Four buttonsare used to perform the configuration,

The Adjustment SettingsAn explanation of the LCD OSD adjustment settings is given in the tablebelow:Setting ExplanationBrightness Adjusts the backgrou

Port SelectionThe CL-1208 / CL-1216 provides three port selection methods to access thecomputers on the installation: Manual; OSD (On Screen Display)

Packing ListBasic PackageThe basic CL-1208 / CL-1216 package consists of the following equipment:M 1 CL-1208 / CL-1216 KVM Switch with Standard Rack M

Hot PluggingThe CL-1208 / CL-1216 supports hot plugging - components can beremoved and added back into the installation by unplugging their cablesfrom

Powering Off and RestartingIf it becomes necessary to Power Off one of the ACS- 1208A / ACS-1216Aunits, unplug the power adapter cable from the rear p

Port ID NumberingEach CPU port on a Master View installation is assigned a unique Port ID. ThePort ID is made up of two parts: a Station Number, and a

Chapter 4.OSD OperationOSD OverviewThe On Screen Display (OSD) is a menu driven method to handle computercontrol and switching operations. All procedu

When you invoke the OSD, a screen similar to the one below appears:Note: 1. The diagram depicts the Administrator’s Main Screen. The UserMain Screen d

OSD Navigationw To dismiss the menu, and deactivate the OSD, Click the X at the upperright corner of the OSD Window; or press [Esc].w To Logout, Click

OSD FunctionsOSD functions are used to configure and control the OSD. For example, youcan: rapidly switch to any port; scan selected ports only; limit

F2 LIST:This function lets you broaden or narrow the scope of which ports the OSDdisplays (lists) on the Main Screen. Many of the OSD functions only o

F3 SET:This function allows the Administrator and each User to set up their own,individual, working environment. A separate profile for each is stored

(F3 SET: continued)Setting FunctionPORT IDDISPLAYMODESelects how the Port ID is displayed: the Port Number alone(PORT NUMBER); the Port Name alone (PO

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F4 ADM:F4 is an Administrator only function. It allows the Administrator toconfigure and control the overall operation of the OSD. To change a setting

(F4 ADM: continued)Setting FunctionEDIT PORTNAMESTo help remember which computer is attached to a particular port,every port can be given a name. This

(F4 ADM: continued)Setting FunctionSET QUICKVIEW PORTSThis function lets the Administrator select which Ports to includeas Quick View ports.w To selec

(F4 ADM: continued)Setting FunctionRESETSTATION IDSIf you change the position of one of the Stations in the daisychain, the OSD settings will no longe

F5 SKP:This function enables you to easily skip backward or forward - switching theKVM focus from the currently active computer port to the previous o

F6 BRC:F6 is an Administrator only function. When this function is in effect,commands sent from the console are broadcast to all available computers o

F7 SCAN:This function automatically switches among the available computers atregular intervals so that you can monitor their activity without having t

F8 LOUT:Clicking the F8 field or, or pressing [F8] logs you out of the OSD, andblanks the Console screen. This is different from simply deactivating t

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Chapter 5. Hotkey Operation Hotkey Port AccessHotkey Port Access allows you to provide the KVM focus to any computeron your installation directly from

Table of Contents1. IntroductionOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Features . .

When Hotkey Mode is active:M The Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock LEDs flash in succession to indicate so.They stop flashing and revert to normal status whe

Auto ScanningAuto Scan automatically switches among all the active CPU Ports that areaccessible to the currently logged on User at regular intervals,

Invoking Auto Scan:To start Auto Scanning, key in the following Hotkey combination:1. Invoke HKM (see p. 41).2. Press [A]. When you press A, you autom

Skip ModeThis feature allows you to switch between computers in order to monitorthem manually. You can dwell on a particular port for as long or as li

Hotkey Beeper ControlThe Beeper can be Hotkey toggled On and Off (see Activate Beeper, p. 33).To toggle the Beeper, key in the following Hotkey combin

Hotkey Summary Table[Num Lock] + [-] [Port ID] [Enter] Switches access to the computer thatcorresponds to that Port ID.[T] [n] [Enter] Sets the Auto

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Chapter 6.The Firmware Upgrade UtilityThe Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility (FWUpgrade.exe) provides asmooth, automated process for upgrading the

PreparationTo prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following:1. From a computer that is not part of your KVM installation go to ourInternet suppor

Starting the UpgradeTo upgrade your firmware:1. Run the downloaded Firmware Upgrade Package file - either by doubleclicking the file icon, or by openi

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3. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screenappears. The devices capable of being upgraded are listed in the DeviceList panel:4

5. After you have made your device selection(s), Click Next to perform theupgrade.If you enabled Check Firmware Version, the Utility compares thedevic

Upgrade SucceededAfter the upgrade has completed, a screen appears to inform you that theprocedure was successful:Click Finish to close the Firmware U

Firmware Upgrade RecoveryThere are basically three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery:M When you invoke Firmware Upgrade Mode (see p.

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AppendixConnection TablesThe following tables indicate the relationship between the number of MasterView units and the number of computers that they c

OSD Factory Default SettingsThe factory default settings are as follows:Setting DefaultOSD Hotkey [Scroll Lock] [Scroll Lock]Port ID Display Position

Clear Login InformationIf you are unable to perform an Administrator login (because the Usernameand Password information has become corrupted, or you

Rack MountingStandard Rack MountingA standard rack mounting kit is provided with your CL-1208 / CL-1216. Thekit enables the switch to be mounted in ra

Optional Rack MountingFor convenience and flexibility, three optional rack mounting kits areavailable: 1) a long bracket (68.0 - 110.0 cm) standard ra

About This ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your CL-1208 /CL-1216 system. It covers all aspects of installation, confi

2. Attach the left and right easy-installation mounting rails to the inside ofthe rack. The flange that supports the switch will be to the inside.a) S

3. Slide the switch onto the support flanges and secure it to the mountingrails at the front.4. Slide the rear attachment sliding bracket along the sl

SpecificationsFunction CL-1208 CL-1216ComputerConnectionsDirect 8 16Max 256 (via Daisy Chain) 512 (via Daisy Chain)Port Selection Push button switches

TroubleshootingProblem SolutionThere are ghost imageson the external monitor.The distance between the external console and theCL-1208 / CL-1216 is too

ConventionsThis manual uses the following typographical conventions:Courier Indicates text that you should key in.[ ] Indicates keys you should press.

Chapter 1.IntroductionOverviewThe Master View CL-1208 / CL-1216 KVM Switch is a control unit thatallows access to multiple computers from a single KVM