KVM312IC / KVM314IC 2/4 PORT PS/2 KVM Switch User Manual
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1. any warranty of merchantability fitness for a particular purpose and non infringement If any implied warranty cannot be disclaimed in any territory where a product is sold the duration of such implied warranty shall be limited to ninety 90 days Except as expressly covered under the limited warranty provided herein the entire risk as to the quality selection and performance of the product is with the purchaser of the product Limitation of Liability To the maximum extent permitted by law AMCONN is not liable under any contract negligence strict liability or other legal or equitable theory for any loss of use of the product inconvenience or damages of any character whether direct special incidental or consequential including but not limited to damages for loss of goodwill work stoppage computer failure or malfunction loss of information or data contained in stored on or integrated with any product returned to AMCONN for warranty service resulting from the use of the product relating to warranty service or arising out of any breach of this limited warranty even if AMCONN has been advised of the possibility of such damages The sole remedy for a breach of the foregoing limited warranty is repair replacement or refund of the defective or non conforming product Governing Law This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the state of California Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or2. from material defects in workmanship and materials from the date of original retail purchase of the Hardware for the period set forth below applicable to the product type Warranty Period if the Hardware is used and serviced in accordance with applicable documentation provided that a completed Registration Card is returned to an Authorized AMCONN Service Office within ninety 90 days after the date of original retail purchase of the Hardware If a completed Registration Card is not received by an authorized AMCONN Service Office within such ninety 90 period then the Warranty Period shall be ninety 90 days from the date of purchase Product Type Warranty Period Product excluding power supplies and fans One 1 Year Power Supplies and Fans One 1 Year Spare parts and spare kits Ninety 90 days AMCONNN s sole obligation shall be to repair or replace the defective Hardware at no charge to the original owner Such repair or replacement will be rendered by AMCONN at an Authorized AMCONN Service Office The replacement Hardware need not be new or of an identical make model or part AMCONN in its discretion may replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that AMCONN reasonably determines is substantially equivalent or superior in all material respects to the defective Hardware The Warranty Period shall extend for an additional ninety 90 days after repaired or replaced H
3. ANICONN KVM312IC KVM3141C 2 4 PORT PS 2 KVM Switch User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Intro ductiohi eee reta anand P1 Equipment Requirements P1 Features T P2 Package Contents errore rne P2 e P3 OVetVIeW cin vean e a e ER ER E e EP naga P4 Display Diagrams oco ce ap eene ace to P6 Installations rire tton dde P7 Pre Config ratioh n Nine ana eee P7 Hardware Installation P8 iru EPEa ie P11 Powering Up the P11 Selecting Computers Using Front panel Selectors P11 Selecting Computers Using keyboard Hot Key Commands 11 AMCONN INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing AMCONN s ExsorVew PS 2 KVM Switch The ME series allows users to control 2 KVM312IC and up to 4 KVM314IC PS 2 computers from a single PS 2 console PS 2 keyboard PS 2 mouse and monitor The KVM312IC KVM314IC is both compact and portable its small desktop footprint is ideal for on or under your desktop Setup is fast and easy There is no software to configure It has keyboard mouse and video emulation for error free boot ups and support is also provided for Microsoft Intellimouse The KVM3121C KVM314IC supports high video resolutions up to 1920 x 1440 without deterioration of the image
4. GA port on your on the back of the KVM Switch Monitor Powering Up the KVM Switch Optional 1 Connect the barrel of 9V 600mA power adapter to the power jack on the rear of the Switch Then plug the power adapter cable into an available power outlet 2 Connecting the Computers 1 Using AMCONN s all in one cable set see Cables section connect the PS 2 keyboard and PS 2 mouse from your first computer 2 Connect the male VGA connector to the corresponding female VGA port on the back of the computer Take the other male VGA cable end and connect it to the rear of the Switch designated as PC1 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for all computers 4 Power on your computers Your computer s operating system should recognize your KVM Switch AMCONN OPERATION Powered Up and Ready Once all cables have been connected and all computers have been powered up the Switch emulates mouse and keyboard signals on each port allowing your computer to boot normally Your KVM312IC KVM314 IC is now ready for use Controlling your computers with the KVM312IC KVM314IC couldn t be easier The KVM312IC KVM314IC allows you to instantly access the computers using two methods of port selection Manual Port Selectors Simple Hot Key combinations from the keyboard Selecting computers via Manual Port Selectors You can instantly select any computer by pressing the Port selectors on the top of the KVM S
5. Item Qty Remark KVM312 3141C 1 PS 2 KVM Switch K5C4 1 2 1 2m Cable s K5C6 1 2 1 8m Cable s User Manual 1 AMCONN SPECIFICATIONS Computer connections Keyboard Mouse Monitor 2 4 sets HDDB 15 pin Female Console Connections Keyboard Mouse Monitor Port LEDs Hot Keys Resolution Dimensions W x D x H Weight Operating Temp Storage Temp Humidity Power Supply Optional Warranty 1 set PS 2 Mini Din 6 pin Female 1 set PS 2 Mini Din 6 pin Female 1 set HDDB15 pin Female 2 4 Yes 1920 x 1440 75Hz 133 x 64 x 22mm 214x 79 x 22mm 125g 213g 32 to 104 F 0 40 C 4 to 140 F 20 60 C 0 80 RH non condensing DC 9V 600mA adapter 18 months Note Specifications are subject to change without notice OVERVIEW Hot Keys The Hot key feature allows you to use designated keyboard commands to select ports start AutoScan and enable disable the beeper sound You can control multiple computers by using a simple hot key sequence on your keyboard AutoScan The AutoScan function allows you to automatically scan and monitor all computers one by one that are connected to your KVM Switch Superior Video Resolution With a 400MHz video bandwidth the KVM312IC KVM3141C can support video resolutions of up to 1920 x 1440 75Hz To preserve signal integrity at high resolutions a 75 Ohm coaxial VGA cabling is required Easy Console Access Logically designed front panel consol
6. al AMCONN AutoScan Mode The AutoScan feature allows you to monitor the activity of the connected computers at regular 10 second intervals so that you can monitor the computer activity without having to take the trouble of switching yourself This time interval cannot be changed To invoke Auto Scan Mode press SCROLL LOCK SCROLL LOCK 0 Note 1 The interval between these two keys should be no more than 0 5 seconds Once the scanning begins it continues until you press any key to exit AutoScan Mode 2 A flashing port LED indicates that the connected computer is under Auto Scan mode 2003 AMCONN Labs All rights reserved The ExsorView series is a trade mark of AMCONN All trade names are registered trademarks of their respective owners FCC CERTIFICATIONS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment of
7. anted by AMCONN for the Software The Warranty Period shall extend for an additional ninety 90 days after any replacement Software is delivered If a material non conformance is incapable of correction or if AMCONN determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non conforming Software the price paid by the original licensee for the non conforming Software will be refunded by AMCONN provided that the non conforming Software and all copies thereof is first returned to AMCONN The license granted respecting any Software for which a refund is given automatically terminates What You Must Do For Warranty Service Registration Card The Registration Card provided at the back of this manual must be completed and returned to an Authorized AMCONN Service Office for each AMCONN product within ninety 90 days after the product is purchased and or licensed The addresses telephone fax list of the nearest AMCONN Authorized AMCONN Service Office is provided in the back of this manual Failure to properly complete and timely return the registration card may affect the warranty for this product Submitting A Claim Any claim under this limited warranty must be submitted in writing before the end of the Warranty Period to an Authorized AMCONN Service Office The claim must include a written description of the Hardware defect or Software non conformance in sufficient detail to allow AMCONN to confirm the same The o
8. ardware is delivered If a material defect is incapable of correction or if AMCONN determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware the price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by AMCONN upon return to AMCONN of the defective Hardware All Hardware or part thereof that is replaced by AMCONN or for which the purchase price is refunded shall become the property of AMCONN upon replacement or refund Limited Software Warranty AMCONN warrants that the software portion of the product Software will substantially conform to AMCONN s then current functional specifications for the Software as set forth in the applicable documentation from the date of original delivery of the Software for a period of ninety 90 days Warranty Period if the Software is properly installed on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation AMCONN further warrants that during the Warranty Period the magnetic media on which AMCONN delivers the Software will be free of physical defects AMCONN s sole obligation shall be to replace the non conforming Software or defective media with software that substantially conforms to AMCONN s functional specifications for the Software Except as otherwise agreed by AMCONN in writing the replacement Software is provided only to the original licensee and is subject to the terms and conditions of the license gr
9. consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the foregoing limitations and exclusions may not apply This limited warranty provides specific legal rights and the product owner may also have other rights which vary from state to state Trademarks Copyright 2005 AMCONN Technology Inc Contents of product are subject to change without prior notice Copyright Statement No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation transformation or adaptation without permission from AMCONN Technology Inc as stipulated by the United States Copyright Act of 2005
10. e keyboard amp mouse ports for a hassle free setup Manual Port Selectors Push buttons conveniently located on the top panel of the KVM312IC KVM314IC provide simple manual port selection AMCONN LED Display Port LEDs allow for easy status monitoring A lit LED indicates which computer the KVM console currently has control of The LED will light with the corresponding active port when switching between the computers PS 2 Interface Support The Switch supports computers with PS 2 input devices keyboard and mouse Optional Beeper Setup Users can customize their setup to enable disable the sound when switching between computers DISPLAY DIAGRAMS Front View KVM3121C KVM314IC 1 Console PS 2 keyboard and PS 2 mouse ports 2 Direct access port selector s Lights RED indicating that the connected computer has the KVM focus SELECTED 3 LEDs Rear View ME201 ME401 1 Console VGA port 2 Computer VGA ports Side View 1 Power Jack 9V DC 600mA AMCONN INSTALLATION Where to Place the KVM Switch The ExsorView KVM Switch is small portable and designed to fit right on the desktop Before installation consider the following when deciding where to place the KVM Switch whether or not you intend to use the manual port selectors for port switching the length of the cables attached to your keyboard mouse and monitor the location of your computers from your console
11. f and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Shielded interface cables must be used in order to comply with emission limits You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures AMCONN VCCI Warning EE LIMITED WARRANTY AMCONN provides this limited warranty for its product only to the person or entity who originally purchased the product from AMCONN or its authorized reseller or distributor Limited Hardware Warranty AMCONN warrants that the hardware portion of the AMCONN products described below Hardware will be free
12. quality Switching between PCs can be accomplished in two ways via keyboard Hot Key commands or by using the convenient front panel pushbutton controls The series comes standard with AMCONN s limited warranty EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS Cables You will need the following equipment for each PS 2 computer to connect to the AMCONN ExsorView Series KVM Switch Switch Port Computer Port PS 2 Mini Din 6 pin Male Keyboard HDDB 15 pin Male lt i gt HDDB 15 pin Male wC Jo PS 2 Mini Din 6 pin Male Mouse The following all in one AMCONN cable sets are recommended K5C6 1 8m e K5C9 3 0m e K5C0 4 8m FEATURES Allows users to control 2 KVM312IC or up to 4 KVM314IC computers from single PS 2 console PS 2 mouse PS 2 keyboard and monitor Easy switching via Hotkeys or manual port selectors Easy installation no software to install Easy access logically designed front panel keyboard amp mouse ports Keyboard and mouse emulation allows error free booting Caps Lock Scroll Lock and Num Lock status is stored for each PC Supports high resolution video up to 1920 x 1440 75MHz VGA SVGA monitors and MultiSync monitors AutoScan mode for convenient automatic switching Front panel status LEDs give a clear indication of the active computer Audible feedback when switching between computers Works with Windows 95 98 ME 2000 NT XP Linux Free BSD PACKAGE CONTENTS
13. riginal product owner must obtain a Return Material Authorization RMA number from the Authorized AMCONN Service Office and if requested provide written proof of purchase of the product such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice for the product before the warranty service is provided After an RMA number is issued the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or other suitable shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit and the RMA What Is Not Covered This limited warranty provided by AMCONN does not cover Products that have been subjected to abuse accident alteration modification tampering negligence misuse faulty installation lack of reasonable care repair or service in any way that is not contemplated in the documentation for the product or if the model or serial number has been altered tampered with defaced or removed Initial installation installation and removal of the product for repair and shipping costs Operational adjustments covered in the operating manual for the product and normal maintenance Damage that occurs in shipment due to act of God failures due to power surge and cosmetic damage and Any hardware software firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other than AMCONN Disclaimer Of Other Warranties Except for the limited warranty specified herein the product is provided as is without any warranty of any kind including without limitation
14. the length of the cables you use to connect your computers to the KVM Cable Distance Requirements For PS 2 computers VGA signals are best retained when transmitted up to 25 feet 7 5m Beyond 25 feet 7 5m probability of video degradation increases with an increase in distance For this reason your PS 2 computer should be placed within 25 feet 7 5m of the KVM Switch Cautions and Warnings Avoid placing cables near machines that create electrical noise such as fluorescent lighting air conditioning equipment etc HARDWARE INSTALLATION This section provides you complete instructions for the basic hardware setup of a single KVM312IC KVM314IC Important Note Before you begin make sure that the powers to the entire your computer you will be connecting up have been powered off To prevent damage to your installation due to ground potential difference make sure that all computers on the installation are properly grounded Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to computers and or the Switch AMCONN Corporation will not be responsible for damaged caused in this way Connecting the Console 1 Power off all computers 2 Connect your PS 2 keyboard and PS 2 mouse directly into the PS 2 keyboard and mouse ports as designated by the console keyboard and mouse symbols on the front of your KVM Switch AMCONN 3 Connect the male VGA connector HDDB 15 pin from your monitor to the console V
15. witch The corresponding LED will light RED to indicate current port selection Selecting computers via Hot Keys You can directly switch the KVM focus to any computer via the simple keyboard command sequence using the SCROLL LOCK key and entering the switch port number Each computer is assigned a numeric ID To invoke the Hot key mode press the SCROLL LOCK key twice within two seconds Note that a signal beep will be given as confirmation 2 Enter your desired switch port number 1 4 For example if you press SCROLL LOCK SCROLL LOCK 2 the computer on port 2 will be selected Alternatively you can switch the KVM focus to any computer via the simple keyboard command sequence using the SCROLL LOCK key and Up and Down arrow keys 1 To invoke the Hot key mode press the SCROLL LOCK key twice within two seconds Note that a signal beep will be given as confirmation 2 Press the Up or Down arrow keys to switch to the Previous or Next port respectively Hot Key Commands Switch to PC X Ee Eo Previous active PC Next active zo Auto Scan e Stop Auto Scan Enable Disable Beep Sound gt lt x ny key scRoLL SCROLL Lock Lock S X 1 2 3 4 Note After switching ports there is a delay of up to 1 2 seconds before the video displays This is normal and is due to the refresh rate of the video sign
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